Gordon Ramsay

Superlative and possibly beyond superlative is Gordon Ramsay's flagship restaurant in Chelsea. On the former site of the renowned Tante Claire, Gordon Ramsay, the restaurant, is a buff-coloured dining salon of intimate proportions that always seems to have a jolly atmosphere as a select group of diners - some of whom have flown over oceans or waited many weeks for this meal - enjoy some of the most blissful grub on the planet. There are amuse-bouches before the starter and dessert, and all the little extras you'd expect at such a high-end eaterie. The haute cuisine is of an intensity and lightness that you float out the door at the end of the meal. Staff are

fleet-footed and graceful of service, and the sommelier may in fact have an encyclopaedia's worth of wine knowledge in his brain. What's cooking? Superstarry French with impeccable sourcing and preparation. Dishes have included -tortellini of lobster with a vinaigrette of crustace and herb veloute; sauteed loin of venison with creamed cabbage and bitter chocolate sauce; millefeuille of caramelised apple with rum ganache and vanilla anglaise; heavenly French cheeses. Presentation is perfect. A joyous experience.

Top tips for booking Gordon Ramsay:

Getting into London's top restaurants can be tough. Here are some top tips for booking success:

- Book in advance.Restaurant Gordon Ramsay only takes reservations exactly two calendar months prior to the requested booking date.

- Look for alternative days. Friday and Saturday evenings are the most popular times to dine out. Try dining earlier in the week - Mondays or Tuesdays are good bets.

- Be flexible with times. The most popular booking times are in the mid-evening, so take a look at dining earlier in the evening or even late at night, around 10pm or after.