Quaglino's

Quaglino's is a central London restaurant that opened in 1929, shuttered in 1977, and reopened in 1993. It was a favorite haunt of London's café society from the 1930s to the 1950s and was frequented by the British aristocracy, including the royal family, many of whom were regulars. Dinner, music, and dancing were all part of the package. It was sold to a series of hotel corporations in the 1960s, and its reputation waned; it closed in 1977.

In 1993, the name was resurrected for a new restaurant at the same site, with the goal of "reviving the spirit of the original". The food at Quaglino's was never as well-known as the perceived glitz and glam that came with being seen there, as well as the champagne. Quaglino's was updated to its current shape in 2014 as part of the D&D portfolio, which purchased the restaurant from Sir Conrad in 2007. Expect a little retro (say, a shellfish cocktail), a healthy focus on "British" staples, and the occasional push into something a little more daring when it comes to food. Nonetheless, like so many others on our list, it's about more than just the cuisine — the 80s decor and live music make for a truly immersive experience.

Location: 16 Bury St, St. James's, London SW1Y 6AJ, UK

Phone: 020 7930 6767

Website: quaglinos-restaurant.co.uk