London’s December chill has a way of sharpening appetites, and this year the city has a host of new foodie spots ideal for cosy winter dinners or lingering lunches over the holidays. From a buzzy new dim-sum spot to a Turkish dining destination in Mayfair, these are the new openings we’re excited for this December:  

 Chargal

Chargal is set to be a new three-storey Turkish dining destination from Serdar Demir of Knightsbridge’s The Mantl, which brings together modern, fire-led cooking with Mayfair elegance. At the refined ground-floor dining room, you can enjoy dishes such as wagyu iskender, pulled lamb hummus and sucuk “candies,” or head to the first-floor mezze bar where you can enjoy cocktails alongside sharing plates.

opens on 11th December
where: Berkeley St, Greater London, W1J 8DS
website: www.chargal.com

Chargal is set to be a new three-storey Turkish dining destination to visit in Mayfair.

Fuego at Arros QD

Fitzrovia’s open wood-fire restaurant Arros QD is opening a new bar, Fuego, that’s set to be a dimly lit, warm space that celebrates the restaurant’s passion for fire and smoke. The cocktail list reimagines classics through a smoky lens, from the Fuego Negro—a bourbon-led mix with cacao bitters and orange zest smoked over apple wood. Or try Sol Y Humo, lifted with red vermouth, grapefruit and smoked paprika syrup, finished with cava. A modern snack menu rounds out the experience, including a “Socarrat” rice cracker that turns a crispy layer of paella into a single bite.

open now
where: 64 Eastcastle Street, London, W1W 8NQ
website: www.arrosqd.com

TOKKIA

Matcha lovers, this one’s for you. TOKKIA is Europe’s first luxury Korean matcha house, where you can slow down and experience the full ritual of Korean tea-making. Founded by Sooji Im, formerly of be-oom on Exmouth Market, the serene new spot (named after the Korean phrase for “hey bunny,” a nod to Im’s pet rabbit) will offer Korean matcha lattes, hojicha and festive specials like the Persimmon cinnamon matcha latte. Alongside its artisan drinks, TOKKIA will have the cult-famous Korean saltbreads in classic salted butter plus cream-filled matcha and hojicha varieties.

where: 3 Monmouth Street, London, WC2H 9DA
website: www.coventgarden.london

Honest Burgers

For great, dependable burgers that you just can’t go wrong with – there’s always an Honest Burger. With locations across the UK, Honest Burgers is still rapidly expanding – and the team has announced three new London locations in Old Brompton, East Dulwich and Wimbledon. While you’re there, try the new festive special – the Camembert burger with smoked bacon, deep-fried Camembert, cranberry sauce and rocket.

Where: Old Brompton, East Dulwich & Wimbledon
website: www.honestburgers.co.uk

Dim Sum Library

Helmed by the Aqua Restaurant Group, the acclaimed Hong Kong concept, Dim Sum Library, will open at Covent Garden on 8th December 2025 – a date chosen with intention, as the number 8 is considered highly auspicious in Chinese culture. Designed as an all-day dining destination, it is a space that transforms throughout the day – from casual, quick lunches to leisurely afternoon tea, after-work drinks and dim sum, to pre-theatre dinners. To mark the occasion, diners will be treated to a special opening-day surprise: a giveaway of 888 dim sums – a triple dose of luck.

opens on 8th december
where: 136 Long Acre, London WC2E 9AD
website: www.dimsumlibrary.co.uk

From casual, quick lunches to leisurely afternoon tea, this looks like a great all-day dining spot.

Guinness Open Gate Brewery

The much-awaited House of Guinness is coming to London this month, with plenty of excitement. in-store. The Guinness Open Gate Brewery London tour includes an intimate 360-degree immersive experience that tells the story of Guinness’s heritage, plus exclusive brewery access and a guided tour of the brand’s working brewery in the heart of Covent Garden. Plus, with the Brewer’s Room Tasting Experience, you can master the art of pouring and Guinness’ famous surge and settle ritual at a private bar just for tour visitors.

opens on 11th december
where: Brewery London, 1 Mercer Walk, London, WC2H 9FA
website: www.opengatelondon.guinness.com

Corenucopia

Acclaimed Chef Clare Smyth is opening her new luxury bistro, Corenucopia, this month. The bistro will offer a contemporary take on British cuisine and will celebrate the best of British food culture, reimagining classics with a modern lens. Look forward to signature dishes like fish and chips – Dover sole fillets with lobster mousse and Toad in the Hole, featuring Cumberland sausage, black pudding, smoked bacon lardons, and a rich charcuterie sauce. Plus, there is set to be an exceptional wine programme.

opens on 3rd december
where: 18–22 Holbein Place, London,
website: www.corenucopia.com

Acclaimed Chef Clare Smyth is opening her new luxury bistro, Corenucopia, this month.

Orion by Alex Webb

This winter, MasterChef: The Professionals winner Alex Webb will open his first restaurant, Orion, in Wimbledon Village. Serving as a tribute to his late father and two grandfathers, whose influence inspired his love of cooking and approach to hospitality, the restaurant’s name references the Orion constellation, symbolising the three men whose memory has inspired the space and the menu.

Designed to be a British/French sharing style and seafood-led restaurant, there will be a fish counter with the day’s freshest catch, premium king crab, and oysters, with dishes like mini crab waffles crowned with brown crab mayonnaise, crème fraîche, lime and a touch of caviar; Webb’s celebrated lobster and prawn toast with black sesame and chilli jam; and an ever-evolving fish of the day.

opens on 5th december
where: 75-77 Ridgway, London SW19 4ST, UK
website: www.orionbyalexwebb.com

Food & Drink, Restaurants

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