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Gay Friendly Restaurants in London
Today London’s gay scene has grown to such a point that London is considered the gay capital of Europe. When you go for a walk around London’s known gay neighbourhoods like, Islington, Hoxton, Soho and Vauxhall you are sure to find some restaurant gems!
Below is a list of some of these gems we have came across…
Alisan
Alisan is an exciting restaurant conveniently located for the new Wembley Stadium. It's named after the Alisan Mountain in Taiwan, made famous in an old Mandarin folksong. It specialises in dim sum and Cantonese cuisine and there's a mezzanine cocktail lounge serving yummy snacks and drinks. The decor is bold and contemporary with blues, purples and pinks creating a dramatic ambience.
Address:
The Junction, Wembley Retail Park,
Engineers Way,
Wembley
Middlesex
HA9 0EG
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8903 3888
Balans Café
A real institution, the Soho branch of Balans Café has become a hotspot for visitors from around the world. The vibe is relaxed and friendly, the food is well priced but it's the location – bang in the middle of happening Old Compton Street – that really attracts the crowd. Happily, you'll also find branches of Balans in Kensington, in Chiswick, and in Earl's Court.
Address:
60 Old Compton Street
Soho
London,
W1D 4UG
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7439 2183
Bistrotheque
Slightly off the beaten track in Hackney, the very stylish Bistrotheque is well worth a visit. Inspired by traditional English and French cuisine, the food is superb and immaculately served. When it comes to entertainment, Bistrotheque likes to camp it up with acts that include Spanky is a Gang-Star, Lipsinkers and Baby Dee.
Address:
23-27 Wadeson St
Bethnal Green
London
E2 9DR
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8983 7900
Coffee, Cake and Kink
The coffee is fairtrade and freshly roasted, the cakes are homemade and delicious and the kink comes in the form of exotic books, prints, art and cards. The cheery proprietor at Coffee, Cake and Kink says his vision for his café is to "provide people with the sweeter things in life."
Address:
61 Endell Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9AJ
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7419 2996
First Out Cafe
A cosy and very popular restaurant in St Giles Street, the First Out Café claims to be the first gay café in the West End. As well as serving delicious vegetarian food, First Out also hosts exhibitions and party nights.
Address:
52 St. Giles High Street
Charing Cross
London
WC2H 8LH
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7240 8042
Les Trois Garcons
The interior of the gloriously flamboyant Les Trois Garcons is almost museum worthy. Resplendent with stuffed animals covered in jewels, antiques and chandeliers, this restaurant takes high-camp to extremes. It's a firm favourite with the glitterati who come not just for the décor but also for the very fine food.
Address:
1 Club Row
Whitechapel
London
E1 6JX
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7613 1924
Steph's
Over the last 17 years, the gorgeous Step’s has received a variety of awards for its food and ambience. Featuring classic British comfort food, diners can expect delicacies like fish and chips served in real newspaper and homemade pie of the day served with mash. The high-kicking line of painted flamingos set the scene in the totally fabulous Steph's.
Address:
39 Dean Street
Soho
London
W1D 4PU
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7734 5976
The Providores and Tapa Room
Run by the superb chef Peter Gordon, The Providores and Tapa Room provides Marylebone High Street with its very own foodie heaven. At street level, the Tapa Room offers fantastic casual dining, while upstairs the Providores dining room serves unbelievable food in slightly more formal surroundings.
Address:
109 Marylebone High Street
Mayfair
London
W1U 4RX
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7935 6175
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