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London is too big of a city and that’s a double-edged sword. On one hand, there is no shortage of places to go or venues to visit. On the other hand, if you’re not from London, you’ll have quite a hard time figuring out which areas are the best and where you should stick around to make the most of your trip. This quick guide is all about luxurious and glamorous experiences and where to find them in London. Exclusive nightclubs, exciting bars, and elegant, Michelin-starred restaurants. Read on and start planning your trip.

Mayfair

• Sexy Fish

Sexy Fish in Mayfair is not just an elegant Japanese-inspired restaurant, but it’s part of the world-renowned brand and concept. With a glamorous and breathtaking interior, Sexy Fish is a visual treat for anyone who steps foot inside. Picture art pieces by Damien Hirst in a contemporary, colourful space. Not to mention, the restaurant’s menu is full of Japanese-inspired delights, carefully crafted cocktails, and a selection of robata-grilled dishes.

While the Sexy Fish bar holds the world’s biggest Japanese whiskey selection, what makes the venue stand out are their parties. During the night time, the lights dim and the Sexy Fish DJ turns the restaurant into a party hub.

• Tape London

Mayfair’s Tape London is an exclusive nightclub located in Hanover Square known for its elegance, sophisticated crowd, glamorous champagne shows, and wild parties. More than that, Tape is one of the best clubs in Central London that often hosts celebrities. While you’re more likely to find groups of celebrities at Tape during the Wireless Festival and other big events, the club hosts a steady stream of celebrity performers throughout the year. Of course, in order to book, it’s important to do that as early as possible since the club has a limited number of tables.

Soho

• Gauthier

The widely acclaimed and Michelin-starred Gauthier is a French restaurant that is redefining fine dining history with every dish. Focusing on plant-based dishes, Chef Alexis Gauthier creates an unforgettable fine dining experience for his patrons. There are two menus, an 8-course set menu and a 5-course one, both breathtaking and fully vegan of course. Unlike the concept behind the menu, the atmosphere inside Gauthier is very traditional, almost a trip back in time. It’s warm and intimate with the right touch of nostalgia to tie it all together.

• Cirque Le Soir

Cirque Le Soir is one of London’s exclusive clubs that’s not just famous for its crowd and wild parties but for its entertainment as well. The entire club embodies a fun yet slightly dark freak-show aesthetic which makes for an interesting concept – and a great venue to take a few photos for your feed. For the entertainment and shows, the club leans into its concept, providing everything, from dancers and acrobats to fire performers and snake charmers. While the shows are the perfect mix between exciting and raunchy, that’s only a part of the party. Don’t forget the vibrant atmosphere and the elegant crowd.

Covent Garden

• Novikov Restaurant & Bar

Located in Covent Garden, Novikov boasts a unique dual-concept dining experience. Divided into three rooms. One room contains the Novikov Italian restaurant with its warm and intimate atmosphere and a traditional menu with a modern twist. The second room contains the dark and seductive Novikov Asian restaurant. With a menu inspired by Chinese and pan-Asian cuisine, it’s perfect for an elegant meal or a business dinner. Meanwhile, the third room is a bar and lounge known for its perfectly crafted cocktails, a great choice for after-work or pre-clubbing drinks.

• Mr Fogg’s Tavern

The whimsical Mr Fogg’s Tavern is a concept bar inspired by Jules Verne’s “Around the World in Eighty Days.” Located right in the heart of London’s West End, it’s perfect for after-theatre drinks or pre-theatre drinks if that’s your vibe. Either way, it won’t be just a drink, but an experience: exposed brick walls, old portraits and memorabilia everywhere, and exciting singalongs. Once you set foot inside the Victorian-themed bar, you’ll be transported back in time to a much older London. As for the drinks, Mr Fogg’s Tavern menu is full of delicious, creatively-named cocktails inspired by the Jules Verne classic.

While you’ve got yourself six great venues to visit here, don’t think that this sums up the three areas. Mayfair is a notorious shopping district, home to luxury boutiques and department stores. Meanwhile, Soho is known for its lively atmosphere, artistic significance and of course for being one of London’s oldest risqué districts. Meanwhile, Covent Garden is a known tourist hotspot and home to the Covent Garden market. In other words, make sure to give each area its time when you’re exploring – and don’t forget to always book your tables ahead of time to avoid any disappointments.