Core by Clare Smyth
Three Michelin stars, zero stuffiness, and British produce treated like visiting royalty.
Notting Hill, London · ££££
Clare Smyth's three-Michelin-star Notting Hill restaurant, celebrated for championing British produce without stiffness. Warm service, two tasting menus and a glass-fronted chef's table for ten make it a standout for client dinners and top-performer rewards.
The chef's table seats up to ten guests overlooking the kitchen; private events are arranged directly with the restaurant. Lunch runs Thursday to Saturday and dinner Tuesday to Saturday.
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Sources · facts checked October 2026
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