Why: The Holborn Dining Room’s elegant, chandelier-decked space and courtyard is simply stunning – come here for a great traditional British menu, filled with all kinds of foodie delights. The grand brasserie serves up seasonal, locally sourced British cuisine with a twist in a vibrantly bustling dining salon. Combining reclaimed oak with antique mirrors, red leather banquettes with tweed detailing, and two antique patina copper-topped bars, it’s a place for enjoying a meal with friends.

Executive chef Calum Franklin’s British brasserie is popping up in the Edwardian courtyard of its parent hotel The Rosewood for the summer, in partnership with whisky brand Macallan. The hotel has fashioned a kind of garden oasis to emote the Scottish countryside in Central London, with grasses, wildflowers and heathers, whilst the food will be hearty, including pies from Franklin’s famous Pie Room, washed down with whisky cocktails. 252 High Holborn London, United Kingdom

A grand brasserie set in the heart of London, Holborn Dining Room serves up Seasonal British cuisine with a twist in a vibrantly bustling dining salon. Combining reclaimed oak with antique mirrors, red leather banquettes with tweed detailing, and two antique patina copper-topped bars, it's a place for enjoying a convivial meal with friends, from beautifully hand crafted pies to fish and chips - all served by our friendly team who are always happy to help.

The female chef once at the helm of some of London’s most well-known kitchens, including London House and Bob Bob Ricard, Dublin-born Haugh now heads up her own restaurant. Her menus at Myrtle use as much Irish produce as possible, and she's an effortless TV presence too, featuring as a judge on Masterchef: The Professionals, as well as guest hosting Saturday Kitchen and appearing as one of the chefs on the BBC's rebooted Ready, Steady, Cook.

There’s no way you’ll be stuck for inspiration at Holborn Dining Room‘s pie masterclass. It all takes place in a dedicated pie room, for Pete’s sake. Here, surrounded by antique copper pie tins and the glow of candlelight, you’ll learn to master the perfect hand-raised pork pie under the tutelage of the most talented piesmiths in the game – and get to take home the most delicious kind of homework.

Don’t ever let anyone tell you that British cuisine is no good – if they try, send them to Holborn Dining Room for an education. This ever-popular brasserie serves up amazing British fare (the pies are to die for) in an elegant yet vibrant atmosphere. It’s a favourite amongst both locals and visitors, so you’d best book a table and find out what the fuss is about.

The Rosewood Hotel’s dining room is furnished with copper, wood and leather, giving off an elegant and welcoming vibe for enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a G&T from the dedicated bar. The menu features an unexpected highlight in the form of the humble British pies, as well as other British staples, for example Cornish sirloin. 252 High Holborn, Holborn

Sorry, you need to accept cookies from Instagram to view this content. Let’s face it: you’re going to Holborn Dining Roomfor the pies. Eating in the restaurant’s private pie room is a one-of-a-kind dining experience; however, even if you’re in the main room sampling the normal menu, it’s those flaky, weighty pies that you’ll want to be getting in a round of.

Holborn Dining Room, the home of British pie perfection, has become a London legend for a very good reason: The Pie Room. This dedicated, slightly secretive space is where the kitchen team crafts exceptional pastry and fillings. You can hire it out privately for a unique, intimate dining experience, or take a seat in the main dining area.

The sumptuous surroundings of Holborn’s brasserie, with its cherry-red banquettes and stylish bar, is another great place to go for a mid-morning meeting, and the eggs benedict won’t disappoint. With a talented kitchen and great front of house staff, the Rosewood’s city centre restaurant is one of our go-to brunch destinations.

Another good alternative is the Gin Bar at Holborn Dining Room (252 High Holborn, WC1V 7EN) – with over 500 types of gin and 30 tonics to explore, this is certainly one fun place to pair different brands and find your favourites.

Holborn Dining Room - as you might imagine the New Year's Eve menu here includes not one but two Wellington options (beef or beetroot). The six course menu starts with Champagne and costs £290 per person.