Hidden above a bustling café on Portobello Road, the Fat Badger is one of Notting Hill's best kept secrets. The dining room feels like a country farmhouse transported to West London, with wood panelling, candlelight and the warm scent of beeswax setting the mood for an intimate evening. Head chef George Williams, who honed his craft at the River Café, serves a seasonal British set menu that changes daily and is as unfussy as it is delicious.
One of London’s oldest working cinemas, originally opened in 1910. Known for its luxurious screening rooms with leather armchairs, sofas, and even front row beds.
Blankets, footstools, and table service turn a film into a slow, indulgent experience.
A place where going to the cinema feels more like settling into a private lounge than a public screening.
Premium neighbourhood butcher and fishmonger offering high-quality, fresh produce. Wide selection of expertly sourced meats, seafood, and specialty cuts. Knowledgeable staff providing preparation tips and tailored recommendations. A go-to spot for elevated home cooking and standout dinner ingredients.
Dishoom's more relaxed, bar-forward sibling, Permit Room opened its first London outpost on Portobello Road in 2025, housed in the former Portobello Road Distillery. Named after the drinking dens that sprang up in Bombay after prohibition was lifted in the 1970s, it serves all-day Bombay-inspired small plates, smoky grills and Dishoom classics alongside inventive cocktails and resident DJs, with the walls covered in art and two boutique hotel rooms upstairs for those who want to make a proper night of it.
Buzzing Notting Hill spice store packed with over 2,500 aromas from around the world. Knowledgeable staff offering cooking tips and flavour inspirations.
A sensory destination for adventurous cooks and global cuisine lovers.
Saucy Books is London's first romance-focused bookshop. Curated shelves of contemporary romance, from sweet to spicy reads. Hosts events, book clubs, and a welcoming community for BookTok lovers.
Established in 2012, this is a vibrant tea shop known for creative loose-leaf blends and tea lattes. Wide range of flavours from classic to quirky (dessert teas, matcha, wellness). Friendly staff offering tastings and expert recommendations. Popular spot for unique gifts, refill options, and eco-conscious tea lovers.
