London for New Yorkers [food]

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Rustic British comfort food mixes with bustling scene and beautiful people. Roast chicken for 2 is a distant substitute for Locanda Verde but still a great dinner to share.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Stroller gridlock in the Parlour? Skip the scones and head to the food hall for an almost hidden wine bar of F&M snacks and wines. If alone, read your new Hatchard's book and enjoy a glass at the bar

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Hands down the best burger in London. Yes, this is cheating a bit since BB is open in NYC, but needs must when burger craves hit. Conveniently located across st from Harvey Nichols.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Stylish Chelsea pan-Asian for post-shopping on Kings Road, or a perfect couples date night spot. Bonus: go for the duck salad.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Don't come expecting Lombardi's, but if you're with friends and want a buzzy spot with snacks, wine, and pizza, this is hard to beat by London standards. Perfect for late Sunday afternoons.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: One of the best spots in media-town. Inspired by Spanish tapas but retains a British flavor. Great wine list. Perfect for when you don't commit to a full meal.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Without a doubt the best steak in London. Everyone knows it, too, so reservations are essential. Or do what @keithtiley and I do, show up for drinks and eat at the bar.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Borough Market is a tourist swamp, so make the best of it with a plate of raw bar and a bottle of crisp white wine. Classic.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Surprisingly good fish & chips if you don't want to tempt fate with the dirty chippies around town. Fun drink spot in the narrow streets behind Claridge's for after-Bond shopping.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Neighbor to Mews. Great tuna sashimi salad. Best in warm weather when tables crowd the courtyard outside. Indifferent service lets you sit for hours. Always a solid choice.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Gorgeous sushi restaurant as a non-Nobu Nobu.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: If you're with an Arsenal fan who insists on going to Emirates Stadium, insist on dinner here. But you must make reservations!

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Yes, this is Guy Ritchie's pub. Also a gorgeous old pub on a Mayfair side street. 'Thank Krug It's Friday' = half a bottle of Krug Grande Cuvee with two gourmet fish and chip meals for £75.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Power breakfast a la Balthazar. But British. Always a scene. Full English, indeed.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Great informal setting. Go for Sunday lunch, aka a roast, because chances are you won't find a good brunch.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Seasonal in Shoreditch. Good scene, good views, good spot. Drinks.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Order on the table and food appears. The British equivalent of the Larry David bell. Pretty, pretty, good pan-Asian in Soho.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Mini iberico burgers on a real charcoal grill. No, you are not hallucinating. Best stop for post-Covent Garden shopfest.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Birthday? Promotion? Anniversary? Expense account? Only worth the money if one of those 4 occasions. Very very very good but very very very expensive by NYC standards.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Hidden gem. The Sushi of Gari of London. Worth the wait.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Modern beautiful gastropub. Reliable. Friendly. Solid.

Lauren Rubin Tiley: Sister to Princess of Shoreditch. Upstairs dining a must.