Give something back this festive season with the UK’s Best restaurants supporting StreetSmart

Kioku by Endo offers an elevated Japanese dining experience defined by artistry and memory in Whitehall, London. Located within the prestigious The OWO building, this is a destination restaurant whose rooftop terrace offers sweeping views across the city, providing a spectacular setting for any festive season gathering. The restaurant is the creation of chef Endo Kazutoshi, a third-generation sushi master who fuses his treasured memories in Yokohama and Tokyo with world-class culinary skill. For the essential experience, don’t miss the Taste of Kioku 9-courses menu, and embark on a journey of exquisite flavours, featuring standouts like wagyu with seasonal mushrooms, black cod with yakimiso, and the indulgent twig tea crème brûlée for dessert. Choosing to dine here means supporting StreetSmart while indulging in world-class cuisine and creating new memories this Christmas.

Camille offers authentic, rustic French bistro dining in the heart of Southwark, London. Located centrally within the bustling Borough Market, the restaurant captures the casual energy of a regional French table, making it a perfect spot for a lively festive season gathering. Head chef Elliot Hashtroudi’s menu is focused on capturing rustic French energy, available through an à la carte menu and a tempting ‘daily specials’ board. The small bar features a curated selection of “living wines”—wines that eschew chemicals—from across France, perfect for a joyful Christmas toast. Guests can enjoy the casual bistro-style dining room or the outdoor terrace. By choosing to dine here, supporting StreetSmart becomes a simple, delicious act of giving back to those most in need this winter.

Filtering seasonal produce through a French lens, Bistro Freddie is a warm, characterful British Bistro in Shoreditch. Located centrally on Luke Street, the bistro combines nostalgic charm with a contemporary edge, featuring rich burgundy interiors and an open kitchen, making it perfect for vibrant gatherings this festive season. The French-inspired menu, led by Alexandre Reynold, showcases hearty bistro classics, pies to share, and larger cuts cooked over fire. Guests rave about the classic confit duck leg with beans and smoked sausage and the highly-praised veal chop. The all-French wine list, curated by Alex Price, focuses on living wines that reflect a true sense of place. Bistro Freddie is an ideal spot for generous dinner parties, making supporting StreetSmart feel effortlessly refined this Christmas.

St. JOHN Smithfield is the iconic British nose-to-tail pioneer located in Farringdon, London. Set within a former smokehouse and butchery, the restaurant is famously minimalist with stark white walls, which places all the focus squarely on the plate and its ingredients. It is the foundational site established by Chef Fergus Henderson, whose uncompromising philosophy of respecting every part of the animal earned the restaurant a MICHELIN Star. This focus on simple, seasonal cooking makes it a revered spot for a sophisticated festive season gathering. The menu, which changes daily, always features legendary dishes like the roasted bone marrow and parsley salad, followed by the classic eccles cake with lancashire cheese. Its uncompromising quality and genuine, lively atmosphere make it an ideal choice for a celebratory Christmas lunch. By dining at this iconic London institution, supporting StreetSmart this winter is simply part of the unforgettable experience.

Restaurateur Amy Poon just launched Poon’s, her her first permanent restaurant in the new wing at the historic Somerset House. The restaurant’s philosophy of Chinese home cooking is centred on the warmth and authenticity of family and conviviality. The venue is ideal for private hire and generous gatherings this festive season. A perennial signature dish is the famous wind-dried meats claypot, where the meats are gently steamed by the rice, along with other award-winning signature Chinese fine goods and dim sum. Poon’s is an ideal spot for sophisticated dinner parties that value both tradition and high-quality cuisine.

Elevated above Broadgate Circle, Los Mochis London City offers a thrilling Pan Pacific pairing of Mexican and Japanese cuisine near Liverpool Street. This vibrant space features a main dining area with a sushi bar, a luxurious agaveria and lounge, and a scenic rooftop terrace offering breathtaking city views—the perfect setting for an upscale festive season gathering. The menu specializes in fusing the rich flavours of Mexico and Japan, resulting in complex combinations found in fresh sashimi, unique tacos, and ceviches. The restaurant hosts the exclusive LUNA Omakase experience and the dramatic TENrei Tuna Ceremony. With extensive menus for cocktails and sake, Los Mochis provides an unparalleled, high-energy dining adventure. By choosing this vibrant spot, supporting StreetSmart is a sophisticated way to give back this Christmas.

The iconic British pioneer of nose-to-tail dining, The Quality Chop House is an enduring British institution located in Farringdon. Celebrated for its Grade II-listed benches and minimalist atmosphere, the restaurant places the focus squarely on high-quality, seasonal British produce, overseen by Executive Chef Shaun Searley. The festive feasting menu returns and is available for £90 per person to be shared by the table, featuring a hearty roll-call of QCH classics. For weekend enjoyment, they serve a renowned Sunday set lunch—three courses for £59, which always includes a splendid selection of Sunday roasts. Its uncompromising quality and genuine, lively atmosphere make it an ideal choice for a sophisticated Christmas lunch or dinner party.

Considered one of the last bastions of ‘old Soho’, Andrew Edmunds offers charming Modern European dining in Soho, London. Located in an atmospheric 18th-century town house on Lexington Street, the restaurant is a beloved spot, having attracted loyal customers for over thirty years. Its relaxed atmosphere and unique charm make it ideal for romantic dining this festive season, frequently chosen by guests as the spot to celebrate something special. The menu is hyper-focused on being seasonal, changing daily to reflect the finest available produce. The true signature feature is the famous but reasonably priced wine list, celebrated for its older vintages and accessible mark-ups. This enduring popularity and dedication to quality make Andrew Edmunds a classic choice for a sophisticated Christmas gathering.

Focused on raw beauty and the British Isles, Counter 71 offers sophisticated Modern British cuisine in a chef’s table format in Shoreditch. This distinctive venue, led by Chef Joe Laker, operates with a philosophy grounded in working in harmony with the soil and sea, earning it a selection in the MICHELIN Guide 2025. The core experience is the luxurious 10-course dinner tasting menu (£130 per person), showcasing the finest seafood and rare heritage-breed meats, alongside a 6-course lunch menu (£70 per person, Saturdays). For a quick indulgence, guests can opt for the early dinner menu (£50 per person). With Christmas packages available and its elegant cocktail bar, Counter 71 is an ideal spot for an exclusive festive season gathering, making supporting StreetSmart feel deeply intentional this winter.

A modern “London-Italian” venture, Motorino brings a sophisticated Italian dining experience to Soho, alongside its lively Bar Motorino. Located on Pearson Square, the restaurant is the joint vision of Stevie Parle (chef-owner of Town and Pastaio) and Irish chef Luke Ahearne (formerly of MICHELIN-starred Lita), bringing refined Italian sensibilities to a relaxed, contemporary London setting. The menu showcases both classic and original Italian dishes, complemented by an extensive wine list spanning old- and new-world varietals. Bar Motorino is a standout feature, serving seven beers on draught and a curated list of classic cocktails and aperitifs. This highly social yet elegant environment is ideal for festive gatherings with friends, where every guest can also make a difference by supporting StreetSmart.

The British expression of modern French cuisine, MICHELIN-starred Pavyllon is an acclaimed French restaurant in Mayfair. Located within the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, the venue is the inaugural venture of multi-MICHELIN-starred Chef Yannick Alléno, whose philosophy blends culinary artistry with relaxed elegance. Pavyllon was recently awarded its first MICHELIN Star, cementing its status as a top spot for festive season celebrations. For an exceptional value, the festive menu lunch experience (3 courses) is available for £75 per person. For high-end events, go foe the six-course Christmas Day lunch and dinner menu, or the extravagant six-course New Year’s Eve Dinner complete with live entertainment and a midnight toast.

A cosy, Italian little neighbourhood spot, Little Capo offers refined Italian cuisine in Edinburgh’s New Town. Located on Howe Street, the restaurant is centred around a beautiful aperitivo bar and dining counter, providing an intimate, focused atmosphere for this festive season. The restaurant’s philosophy is built on serving high-quality, seasonal dishes in a relaxed setting, encouraging guests to enjoy the spirit of Italian hospitality. The menu focuses on simple, expertly executed antipasti and pasta dishes, and the bar offers a compact list of high-quality wine and cocktails. By choosing this relaxed, intimate gem, supporting StreetSmart is a heartfelt way to share your Christmas joy with others this winter.

One of the UK’s most famous steakhouses, Hawksmoor Manchester offers an acclaimed steak experience in the city’s Spinningfields financial district. The restaurant occupies a grand Victorian courthouse on Deansgate, with interiors that respect the building’s heritage using reclaimed materials, creating a moody, sophisticated atmosphere perfect for festive season celebrations. Hawksmoor champions animal welfare and sustainability by serving native-breed, grass-fed British beef. For Christmas, the festive sharing menus (available as 2/3 courses) feature their popular 35-day dry-aged steaks and hearty dishes like the charcoal-grilled monkfish. By dining here, supporting StreetSmart is a classic way to give back this winter.

Glasgow’s newest public house offering contemporary pub fare and cold pints, Hope & Vincent is a relaxed gastro pub located in the city centre on St. Vincent Street in Glasgow. This venue offers a modern take on the classic public house, making it the perfect spot for casual festive season gatherings, complete with live sports and entertainment experiences. The menu focuses on reliable pub grub and comforting dishes, complemented by a full bar specializing in whisky and cold beer. Hope & Vincent promotes a “proper pub” experience, emphasizing a warm, welcoming atmosphere ideal for catching up with friends or colleagues this Christmas. By dining here, supporting StreetSmart is an easy, social way to contribute to the cause this winter.

A neighbourhood pub with a mission to serve rewarding food, The Drapers Arms is a beloved Gastro Pub located in Angel, Islington. Situated on Barnsbury Street, the venue is known for its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, featuring a charming garden and a dedicated private hire room for larger groups. The menu is focused on seasonal ingredients and often features hearty, beautifully executed dishes that elevate classic pub fare. The Drapers Arms is famous for delivering one of the best Sunday roasts in London, making it a perfect spot for weekend festive season gatherings, and renowned for its excellent wine and beer list. This commitment to quality food and drink in a relaxed setting makes it an ideal spot to easily support StreetSmart this winter.

Housed in a medieval 13th-century Dominican friary, Blackfriars Restaurant delivers gutsy, traditional British food in Newcastle upon Tyne. Believed to be the oldest dining room in the UK, the historic venue offers a truly unique backdrop for a festive season celebration. The cuisine is dedicated to traditional British cooking using impeccably sourced seasonal produce, specializing in comforting, high-quality dishes. From Sunday lunch to afternoon tea to seasonal menus and Christmas feasts, explore a deeply historic setting this Christmas.

Showcasing what is possible in plant-first food, Tendril is a vibrant vegetarian and vegan kitchen and bar located near Oxford Circus in Soho. Tendril’s philosophy is focused on helping London eat less meat by putting brilliant vegetables back in the spotlight, moving the conversation on from heavily processed substitutes. The menu offers a set menu throughout the week, alongside an à la carte selection, but the bar is equally compelling, serving vegan wines from small European producers and inventive cocktails utilizing produce and techniques directly from the kitchen. With the festive season bookings now open, Tendril is an ideal spot for conscious dinner parties and gatherings this Christmas, making supporting StreetSmart feel ethical and delicious.