Top 5 Most Historic London Restaurants

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Here are the oldest and most famous London restaurants that I love to visit! These beautiful establishments each have their own unique decor and delicious dishes. I'll share what makes each restaurant special.
TOP 5 MOST HISTORIC RESTAURANTS IN LONDON
5. The Ivy - 🇬🇧 Shepherds's Pie
4. Simpson's In The Strand - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's 🔍 fav!
3. Sweetings - 🦪🍤🦞!
2. Wilton's - 🦪 + Fresh Langoustine's🦞!
1. Rules - (est. 1798), Game 🦌, 🪶, 🍸!
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@casparclipson7384 3 года назад

“the red grouse” *shows picture of pheasant*

@michaelgray9118 3 года назад

I saw that too

@carykain9659 2 года назад

Kirby!! That Grouse looked a lot like a pheasant.

@kirbyallison 2 года назад

Haha. Yeah. We messed that one up.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@sham1r6 3 года назад

Your content just keeps on getting more and more entertaining. Thank you for filling such an interesting niche

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

I appreciate that!

@olafpayne 3 года назад

6:56 That's a pheasant

@phoenixw2 Месяц назад

:-) quite so haha

@timblacker37 3 года назад

Kirby, your London content is out of this world. Absolutely outstanding. You genuinely know more about the city than many who live there, and certainly produce more fascinating and informative videos than others. I hope you continue to produce London content as there is so much to cover! Private members clubs, ancient shops and wine merchants, historic bars, traditional pubs, and of course the clothing and tailoring scene. We welcome you back to the city at your earliest convenience. You are an honorary Londoner as far as I’m concerned!

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Kind words! I cannot wait to get back there. I aim to be over in July, so hopefully some more filming then!

@johnkean6852 2 года назад

@@kirbyallison Try the hotel restaurants they're excellent:- Claridge's Hotel Connaught Hotel Dorchester Hotel Selfridge's Savoy (all changed now but maybe.) 4 Seasons Hotel Basil Hotel - roast Sunday Lunch Ritz - good breakfast Also good food at:- Fortnums Valeries What about the Clubs? Garrick Club Groucho Whites Travel Club Athenaeum ?

@johnkean6852 2 года назад

@@kirbyallison Shoes: l used to wear Church's always but l think they went down in quality about 15 years ago 🤔 l only wera mocassins in North Cyprus now l'm retired.

@Chiguybrirob Год назад

Excellent vid... however, Simpson's was founded in 1828, not 1928

@ReginaRedding 24 дня назад

Can you imagine how exquisite their 200th anniversary celebration is going to be in 4 years??

@fafsl394 8 месяцев назад

im just reaching 40, i guess that could be a reason i am starting to watch kirby's cigar and all sorts of history related etiquettes and gentleman culture. it is a huge education and influence brought on me. thank you

@ossiespencer4982 3 года назад

Thank you for the video. I am subscribed to your channel and enjoy watching your videos. Thanks again.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you!

@remifjelldal7299 2 года назад

great concept for a tasting!

@johngunn386 2 года назад

August the 12th is opening day for Grouse shooting, the bird you show in your video clip of the five best restaurants in London is a Pheasant just an observation and i agree with your choice of Rules as i have been lucky enough to have eaten there.

@head-Keeper Год назад

I too have had the pleasure of dining at Rules, with their history and importance to details I was a bit disappointed in their spelling of whiskey, in reference to Scotch Whisky on their drinks menu, ie Macallan, etc. Scottish whisky or Irish/American Whiskey is the correct spelling. As a Gunn, you no doubt will know and agree. 😀

@movieclipz3881 Год назад

Good video however that is a pheasant and the hardest and most prized bird on the shoot is a woodcock. Ive only shot one so far due to their speed, small size and flight angles making them hard to hit

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@paulleggett9735 Год назад

Working through some of your back catalogue and enjoying it! My only minor note, is that the Red Grouse you pictures is actually a Pheasant.

@professorpelotard7925 3 года назад

Excellent video! Made me really hungry! Having lived in London for the last 30 years I have been lucky enough to sample all of those establishments more than once. I can only agree with Kirby's assessments which are all spot-on. Kirby, once the travel bans are lifted I hope to see you there.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

I plan to be back July 11-17!! Fingers crossed!

@truthlifefishing1730 2 года назад

I am hungry now Boss. Thanks.

@ramizabdulahad8419 2 года назад

Love those videos

@rolle820 3 года назад

This suit-tie-shirt combo is something special, so fresh and summery :)

@CarlosGutierrez-ii1gm 3 года назад

Will visit them next Xmas

@Olieats Год назад

So well presented thank you so much Kirby I would love to blog about food with you one day once my channel grows to a size you would consider. happy new year and all the finest for 2023.

@siphotheguy1870 Год назад

What about Dave's Kebabs in Dagenham?

@user-pb4zq2ck4k 4 месяца назад

That just give me a good old laugh. Cheers whoever you are.

@joseperez1085 3 года назад

Very good content, love your channel Kirby, nice work.

@robertmcduck6712 3 года назад

FINALLY SOME GOOD FOOOOD!

@Noneofyourbusiness99999 2 года назад

Top job Kirby

@teakcore5261 3 года назад

Great video Kirby!

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Thanks!

@Abebe345 2 года назад

Kudos to your knowledge, your focus, your passion and production. Your easy going manner belies the pithy content and direction. Recently discovered your channel. Enjoying it.

@amadejpesko 3 года назад

I love this video. Very informative. 👍👍

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@burakozgelen7659 2 года назад

Excellent. I really enjoyed. Hope to meet you one day in person.

@cdibona 3 года назад

Modern restaurants you're maybe saving for your next video: Wolseley, Kiln, Kitty Fishers, St John's at Spitalfields and maybe Hawksmoor Air St.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

The Wolseley is featured on a forthcoming video on my favorite breakfast spots.

@granthogg2824 2 года назад

st johns is a must

@johnkean6852 2 года назад

@@kirbyallison Valeries SoHo was good for Breakfast when l lived in London. Big crunchy croissants eaten alone and brioche with apricot jam mmm mmm Amazing coffee. Check out some new hotels in the City of London they're excellent for breakfast lunch dinner ... (I live abroad now North Cyprus.)

@llindstad Год назад

Great tips Chris! This is however the Kirby Allison channel that focuses more on inheritated traditions that in this case is restaurants est over several hundred years and not 1-50 years ago.

@johnmoore9862 Год назад

Surf ‘n’ turf at Harvesters.

@jameshill8711 Год назад

Thankyou so much Kirby, that was an extremely informative review.

@verwestt 2 года назад

I rarely leave a comment on a youtube video, but this one is exceptional, this is a very entertaining video. Thanks, Kirby!

@chandlerdickson9620 2 года назад

Interesting).

@vforvictor3320 3 года назад

What timepiece do you wear as it is a very important aspect of attire

@IamNotANumber 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us Kirby.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@downingbethune8758 3 года назад

Great video, Kirby. I'll definitely visit all of them next time I'm in London. Btw, I see you're now at 185K subscribers. Congratulations! I remember the live streaming party you threw when you hit 100K. That was just a couple of years ago. It's definitely Kirby Allisons's world, and we're all just living in it.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

I have a special cigar resting in the humidor for 200,000! And, yes, we will certainly celebrate with another Black Tie Livestream!

@terrybear5398 2 года назад

I am new to your channel, and can't tell you how much I thoroughly enjoyed your tour of classic London restaurants. I could almost smell and taste the essence of each restaurant. As I will never be able to go to these grand places, you certainly took me there in my imagination. Thank you.

@movieclipz3881 Год назад

Would love to discuss shooting with you as we have a place in the country so tend to go there when its in season

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@eknight88 3 года назад

As a Londoner, I approve. Come visit soon.

@aitornavarro6597 Год назад

A video on London's top 5 or 10 luxury hotels would be interesting. The Goring Hotel, Claridge's, Dorchester, Savoy, Rosewood, etc.

@AstepAbove21 3 года назад

This is an excellent video. Makes me want to hop on a plane to London.

@joeholland4144 3 года назад

Thanks Kirby for whetting my appetite. Can’t wait to return to London and beyond later this year…

@alexxfreedom 3 года назад

Sounds like they all need reservations to eat at these fantastic restaurants. Really need to visit Rules as I love game.

@adamfairbrother40 3 года назад

That picture is a Pheasent, not a Red Grouse. Also, the 12th is only for Grouse, not the Shooting Season. The main Season isn't until October

@snotrat2 3 года назад

Now I don’t have to be ‘that guy’

@adamfairbrother40 3 года назад

@@snotrat2 lol

@Jazzyk83 2 года назад

What is that dish called again served on Tuesdays?

@clintsoo1 2 года назад

Thanks for this Kirby. Often in London. Some good tips!

@nbooky 2 года назад

Brilliant. Well done.

@nycdapperdan 3 года назад

5. The Ivy - 🇬🇧 Shepherds's Pie 4. Simpson's In The Strand - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's 🔍 fav! 3. Sweetings - 🦪🍤🦞! 2. Wilton's - 🦪 + Fresh Langoustine's🦞! 1. Rules - (est. 1798), Game 🦌, 🪶, 🍸!

@treasuretim3 3 года назад

Quality content

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

very kind words

@nathanbeard513 2 года назад

Why, when mentioning red grouse, was there an image shown of a ring-necked pheasant? It just seemed odd.

@syrah96 3 года назад

I saw the pic of Churchill in Rules but a thought he was known for lunch at the Savoy ?

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@juliansutherland6364 2 года назад

This is hysterical!

@gmosi8198 3 года назад

Kirby is an old soul...... bon apatite Mr. Alyson.... your are a gentleman and a scholar.

@Avidcomp 3 года назад

When my friend managed Wilton's I used to dine there a good number of times. I got "the special treatment" thanks to my friend, but I can honestly say it's a very special restaurant indeed. I no longer live in London, but I'm sure I will visit again one day. I have one of their plates sssshhh. (a gift).

@johnkean6852 2 года назад

Does anyone remember _Café Gstaad_ lovely coffee? Kensington High St Station? 🤔

@chriswright4677 3 месяца назад

I recently went to Wilton’s and was unable to find “Oyshters” on the menu...

@leanmachinepainting3966 3 года назад

All amazing places to eat.

@thomtompkins9696 2 года назад

Great video but in this case you have a pheasant posing as a grouse. Not the same bird. Beautiful none the less.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@Rog5446 2 года назад

What about Tubby Issac's Welk stall in the east end?

@brentbrevard4387 3 года назад

After your mention, I read the Dying Detective short story. Simpsons is right there in the last sentence. Thanks for this. Enjoyable video.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Lol you read the entire book just to read about Simpsons and it was in the last sentence 😂😂😂 what a waste of time 😂😂😂😂😄😄😄

@Alan_Mac 2 года назад

Good selection - and pleased to see Sweetings on the list. I've eaten there 20+ times and it's always a treat. NB, it is only open at lunchtime. Oh and what you showed as a red grouse is actually a pheasant!

@ahpadt 3 года назад

While the original Ivy may still hold its luster, the brand was sold and branched out as a vast amount of chain restaurants all over the UK a couple of years ago so the brand is not quite what it used to be. I have been to Rules and agree has exceptional personality. It's not high fine dining any more but the food is good and the dining room is unforgettable.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Yes. Definitely not talking about any of the franchised stores. It’s like Bob’s Chophouse in the United States. The original here in Dallas is incomparable to the chain.

@johnkean6852 2 года назад

Fortunately, l frequented these restaurants before l retired to North Cyprus, years ago when they were all excellent. Ive heard they're not so special now but still quite good.

@integratedmarketinglondon 9 дней назад

👍👍

@shayed9930 5 месяцев назад

You might want to come east london try a curry in brick lane.

@rzk8302 2 года назад

This is very nice, Kirby.

@taufanandriansyah7174 Год назад

Menu makan Nasi goreng ayam Ati ayam goreng tepung Pindang resep Bakwan Kerupuk belut

@rightmarker1 2 года назад

At 6 minutes 58 seconds you speak of Grouse whereas the bird displayed is a Pheasant (m) which are also delicious and the shooting of which wouldn’t start until October (for gentlemen).

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@kenrehill8775 2 года назад

What is “flaming yarn”?

@geezerbutler4582 3 года назад

Simpson’s on the Strand has a very nice cocktail bar up the staircase so arrive early and enjoy an aperitif. Then check out all the historic chess memorabilia. It is part of the Savoy Hotel business and you can or used to be able to walk thru between the two. Just be careful which dining room you end up in. I believe you can also book a carving lesson to replicate the trolley service at home.

@trevorbain4637 3 года назад

Wow Kirby that was really enjoyable can you maybe have a tour next time in these restaurants a bit like you did the Jermyn St and picadilly arcade and also sample the menu from each when you're in London?

@arunaniermann2003 2 года назад

I love your videos. We always go to Rules when we visit London and come in May. Do you have new information about Simpsons in the strand? It seems to be closed and I can't find information about reopening. This is very strange because it is an institution. We liked it very much there some years ago 😢

@jeffreyking279 7 месяцев назад

Im not trying to be snarky, but pic of the game bird shown is a pheasant, not a red grouse. Huge difference.

@chriswright4677 Год назад

I can’t find “trafargar” square anywhere!

@janneolsson2353 2 года назад

Why do you class veal as game?

@masserspyder5737 2 года назад

Hi Kirby, Great video of London can i point out you used a photo of a pheasant when you were speaking about red grouse just a pointer.

@chrisselner5005 2 года назад

What about breakfast at the Ned?

@kingbeastie 7 месяцев назад

Enjoyed the video. If you don't mind a couple of small points regarding pronunciation; langoustines are pronounced "lang-oh-steens" or more commonly "lang-ih-steens", there is only one letter 'n'. The hills where Rules having their own shooting range is the Pennines, it's pronounced "pen-nines" (pen-9's). Hope you don't mind me pointing this out. Thanks.

@ukrandr 5 месяцев назад

I would add this. When followed by a word that begins with a vowel, the word THE is pronounced with a long E. Not the Ivy, but THEE Ivy.

@bomber_g 3 года назад

this man woke up and choose "CLASS".

@a.s.j.g6229 3 года назад

Could you please do a video on the best private members clubs in London.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

That’s a tough topic!! Will see. Going to put out a few more videos like this as travel begins to open up.

@a.s.j.g6229 3 года назад

Thank you Kirby, I always enjoy your content and look forward to more.

@ukrandr 5 месяцев назад

Simpson's sign says 1828. The graphic states 1928.

@Philo68 3 года назад

The mixed grill (at Wilton’s) is to die for Kirby. They have never let me down. At Rules I always start dinner with an excellent ‘Old Fashioned ‘. Can it get any better?

@rovercoupe7104 3 года назад

I guessed number one correctly. I love afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason. M.

@geezerbutler4582 3 года назад

Fortnum’s have a restaurant on Jermyn Street - whatever you do there make sure to order the soufflé for desert

@rovercoupe7104 3 года назад

@Geezer Butler Thank you. I will definitely try. M.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

@@geezerbutler4582 ok boomer this isn’t story time

@geezerbutler4582 Год назад

@@greglinski2208 Past your bedtime?

@greglinski2208 Год назад

@@geezerbutler4582 past yours I think boomer. You’re getting cranky. 👴🏻♿️♿️♿️

@karldelavigne8134 3 года назад

I would add The Criterion for a wonderful historic interior.

@bl00dhoney 3 года назад

it's a uninspiring pizza restaurant now. You have to look past all the cheap organza to see the mosaics.

@karldelavigne8134 3 года назад

@@bl00dhoney Oh dear, well I haven't been into it for 20 years.

@karldelavigne8134 3 года назад

@@bl00dhoney A bit of research shows that the pizza restaurant has closed and the restaurant is still mothballed following a change of ownership.

@bl00dhoney 3 года назад

@@karldelavigne8134 hopefully it'll be revived. Would love if Corbin & King or maybe even Fortnum's took it over.

@martinlove7073 2 года назад

The grill room in cafe royal was a special dining room

@clivejohnson9515 3 года назад

The Ivy and Simpsons In The Strand are two of may favourite restaurants!

@Silverpenguin197 Год назад

That’s a photo of a pheasant not red grouse….

@mrpeel3239 2 года назад

Sweetings is truly fantastic!

@tpius345 3 года назад

Hi Kirby. Could you make a cocktail bar video too? Thanks, T.

@jacoboochoa4635 2 года назад

I thought you were only ‘in and around Mayfair’

@danielfurlong1458 Год назад

Discovering your remarkable videos have been the topic of conversation at work. Often there are times we Brits get a bashing by the media. Your videos are a welcome reminder of the things this country can be proud of 👏

@matt3997 2 года назад

How is the dress code at these historic restaurants?

@graemesimpson6881 2 года назад

Didn't even need to click on this to know that Rules would be No.1! You have to try the jugged hare next time, it's delicious. Excellent summary of quality restaurants that any chap will like.

@rcmast3rtract0rking 3 года назад

Buh, I live in England and I just love a kebab and a fish n chips from time to tome

@michaelgray9118 3 года назад

Good information, but we now know you are not a hunter or ornithologist. The picture shown is a Chinese Ringneck Pheasant. Keep up the good work.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

Haha. I don’t know how we missed that. I’m certainly it was googled....

@greglinski2208 Год назад

@Michael Gray This entire channel is satire and you are too stuck-up to realise so the joke’s on you 😂😭

@paulmcgee1867 2 года назад

Please check the photo, grouse is not pheasant. Thanks for the ideas. I was booked in Wiltons but then covid came along. Up until 30-40 years ago shot was fairly normal in game

@Abebe345 2 года назад

Do they capture and kill the game through other means since?

@paulmcgee1867 2 года назад

@@Abebe345 I assume it’s not wild game

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@e.t.4824 2 года назад

historical

@steffan683 Год назад

I’m not even trying to cap but London has the best restaurants in the world, great place for a vacation too.

@johnwilson4283 Год назад

You think so? …. I haven’t been to London tho but my family and I plan on spending our next vacation there.

@steffan683 Год назад

@@johnwilson4283 Mine wasn’t even a planned vacation, I made profits from an investment so I decided to take myself out, toured around London and dined at some of their top restaurants such as The Araki, and Dinner by Heston to name a few. I really enjoyed myself there, you should definitely try it too. ☺

@jaluriaja6294 Год назад

@@steffan683 That’s great to hear, you mentioned about investments, pls could you tell me more about that?

@steffan683 Год назад

@@jaluriaja6294 Oh yeah so I’ve been working with a broker for about a year now, she owns a trading platform where you can copy her trades and I’ve been making profits. I make 5% of my daily investments, that’s better than my salary lol 😂

@steffan683 Год назад

@@jaluriaja6294 It’s safer than losing your money to unprofessional brokers.

@paulonapolitano9671 2 года назад

My son and I made reservations at Ivy and Rules based upon your suggestions. We are looking forward to have dimner in both places.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@tu1949 2 года назад

Excellent reviews Mr Alison but just one point of order, hope you don't mind. The review of game served at Rules, shows a cock Pheasant but describes it as Grouse. Please keep up the excellent work.....all of which is fascinating and informative!!

@p-ran7034 2 года назад

Indeed, just came on the comments to point that out. The second point of order is that the first day of the season is called "the Glorious Twelfth" not the "Glorious Twelfth of August"

@greglinski2208 Год назад

@@p-ran7034 omg! What a stupid mistake! Now people will be confused! May as well take down the video!

@r.markclayton4821 5 месяцев назад

Yes agree. Also whilst one want shellfish as fresh as possible, the same is not true for game. Young grouse may be consumed on 12 th August, but almost anything else needs to be hung for a week or more. Definitely agree with your no. 1. Before its refurb' Rule's waiters all wore different coloured jackets according to their function and the restaurant was cluttered with cook at table equipment and the walls covered with 19th C cartoons. Best to visit Rules during the main game season (October to February)

@scottbrandon6244 Год назад

I didn't see any Langostino lobster on the menu at Wilton's.

@eleveneleven572 2 года назад

Two of my best dinners were at Simpsons and in a private room at Rules. Fantastic food, service... and great company.

@greglinski2208 Год назад

Ok boomer this isn’t story time

@ds5256 2 года назад

The Ivy is probably my favorite restaurant anywhere

@rickmorty4094 8 месяцев назад

that is a pheasant

@bl00dhoney 3 года назад

Have you got the right Simpsons ? Simpsons Chop House in Balls Court, Cornhil dates back to 1757. Simpson's on the Strand is a relative newcomer.

@kirbyallison 3 года назад

The Simpsons you mention certainly is old! However I am correct in the Simpsons I was meaning. This one is the Simpsons that is famous for their Sunday roasts, and Sherlock Holmes. I think they were established in 1828, so I guess that is a newcomer compared to 1757!