Eat Here in January, from fresh pasta in Victoria to destination Thai dining in Courchevel, these are the latest restaurant openings and seasonal menus worth booking this winter. We have you covered to find your ideal spot this January.
For Authentic Pasta: Emilia’s Crafted Pasta
What: Emilia’s Crafted Pasta has opened its fifth London location in Victoria, expanding its much loved fresh pasta offering to another central neighbourhood. Known for its focus on traditional Italian methods and simple, high quality ingredients, this is a reliable go to for comfort driven dining. This is where you go if you want to test authentic Italian pasta.
The Food: All pasta is made fresh on site every day. Standout dishes include the four hour slow cooked bolognese pappardelle and the truffled cacao e pepe casarecce. The menu also caters well for vegetarian and vegan diners, without compromising on flavour. Great for sharing and recommended for an excuse to get the whole group together to get a taste of all the dishes!
Where: Various Search Here, Newest store open in Victoria
For Vegan Sister Restaurants: Mildreds and Mallow
What: Plant based favourites Mildreds and sister restaurant Mallow are marking Veganuary with special menus, collaborations and events across London. Both restaurants are known for redefining vegetarian and vegan dining with bold flavours and creative dishes.
The Food: Highlights include Mallow’s viral tiramisu French toast and a series of seasonal plant based dishes designed to feel indulgent and celebratory. Mildreds Soho is also hosting a collaboration event with alcohol free beer brand Lucky Saint.
Where: Mallow, 1 cathedral street,borough market, london, se1 9de. Mildreds various search here
For Pre Theatre Thai: Thai Square
What: Thai Square has launched a new pre theatre menu across selected London locations, offering a polished dining option before an evening show or city plans.
The food: The menu features a selection of signature dishes including green curry, pad thai, beef panang curry, tamarind duck and volcano fish. It is designed to deliver authentic Thai flavours in a concise and well balanced format. 3 courses with a glass of Monsoon Valley Thai Wine or Chang Beer – £30.00 or 2 courses (without dessert) – £23.00 you wont get much better value.
Where: Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, The Strand and Windsor
For an Asian-Fusion Steakhouse: Meet Bros
What: Meet Bros has opened in Shoreditch, bringing its premium halal Asian fusion steakhouse concept to East London. Building on the success of its Paddington restaurant, the new site reflects the creative energy of the area.
The Food: The menu pairs high quality steaks with bold Eastern flavours and classic steakhouse techniques. Dishes are designed to feel elevated yet approachable, making it suitable for both casual meals and special occasions.
Where:Meet Bros Shoreditch, 2 King John Ct, London, EC2A 3EZ
For Afternoon Tea in the Sky: Duck and Waffle
What:Duck & Waffle is set to launch its first-ever afternoon tea on Wednesday 4th February, bringing its signature sense of theatre to the classic British ritual. Served forty floors above the city. Priced at £55 per person, the experience runs Monday to Friday from 2:30–4:30pm, with a vegetarian menu also available.
The Food: The Sky High Afternoon Tea arrives with a showstopping hand-painted duck egg cracked tableside to reveal an edited selection of sweet and savoury bites, from Duck Liver Tartlets and Lobster Rolls to a Jaffa Macaron, Sticky Toffee Waffle and hazelnut-filled croquembouche. Guests can elevate the occasion with optional Champagne and bespoke cocktail pairings, and for a limited time, every booking includes a complimentary glass of Veuve Clicquot until the end of March 2026.
Where: 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY
And one for those with a winter ski trip planned…
For Dinner on The Slopes: Pom Thaï, Courchevel 1850
What: Pom Thaï has opened in Courchevel 1850, bringing the cult Thai restaurant known for its Ibiza following to the French Alps. Designed as a permanent dining destination on the slopes, it offers a refined and modern alternative to classic Alpine restaurants.
The Food: The menu showcases Thai dishes rooted in ancient techniques, with bold flavours and sharing plates at its core. A carefully curated wine list and relaxed hospitality make it ideal for both après ski dinners and long evening meals.
Where: Courchevel 1850, French Alps
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