The restaurant scene in London is unparalleled the world over, with some of the finest restaurants and drinking holes on earth verdant. Sadly, this type of real estate comes from the kind that’s only available to the biggest celebrities – and you wouldn’t know that a handful of the best bars in the capital are owned by celebrities.
Thanks to the Betway team, we have inside information on all the biggest pubs, bars and restaurants owned by celebrity millionaires. We even have their TripAdvisor points, so you know which one has to arrive first. Thanks later.
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Porte Noire – Owned by Idris Elba (4.8 stars, 57 reviews)
Everyone’s favorite actor, DJ, and Bond candidate Idris Elba recently opened a shop in King’s Cross. Porte Noire offers some great international wines, cheeses, and charcoal drinks, as well as an extensive brasserie-style menu. The space hosts up to 70 guests, so if you have several friends and you can convince them all to hang out with you at once, Idris’ Place might be the best shout out.
location: Gasholder 10, unit A, London N1C 4BY
The Fox and the Pheasant – Owned by James Blunt (4.5 stars, 129 reviews)
If you’ve just seen someone on a subway and want to take a pint to tell them they’re beautiful, maybe try the James Blunt Pub. The singer co-owns The Fox and Pheasant with his wife Sophie Wellesley and the two live nearby. In business since 1846, Londoners will be happy to know that this pub offers a spacious conservatory for those sunny months ahead.
location: 1 Billing Street, London SW10 9UJ
Nate Burger – Owned by Lewis Hamilton (4.5 stars, 81 reviews)
Vegetarian food has taken over the capital and soon taken over the world – and if anyone is going to make that dream come true it is Lewis Hamilton. His chain of all-vegan burger joints is spread across London (located in Camden, Finsbury, Princes, Soho and Westfield Stratford), which means Lewis definitely started a small fast food empire. get it? Fast food.
location: Camden, Finsbury, Princes, Soho, Westfield Stratford
Nobu – Owned by Robert De Niro (4.0 stars, 2432 reviews)
Robert De Niro has owned properties in London since before the weather was great, and it never was. Japanese restaurant Nobu opened back in the 1990s. Today, Nobu is a burgeoning empire of 29 restaurants, the perfect place to meet friends for sushi and cocktails.
location: 19 Old Park Ln, London W1K 1LB
The Grapes – owned by Sir Ian McKellen (4.0 stars – 414 reviews)
Everyone who lives in Limehouse is familiar with Ian McKellen’s ownership of The Grapes because the Lord of the Rings star is often seen mingling with gamblers – even taking part in the singles pub quiz. It has been a thriving establishment since the 16th century and is currently owned by Sir Ian and his former partner Sean Mathias, along with Evgeny Lebedev, owner of the London Evening Standard and The Independent.
location: 14 Lime Street, London EC3M 7AN
Walmer Castle – owned by David Beckham and Guy Ritchie (4.0 stars, 189 reviews)
Believe it or not, the Becks Joint Company owns Walmer Castle with Guy Ritchie of all people. The £3 million pub is located in Notting Hill and features towering ceilings and cozy interiors. There is even a Thai restaurant on the first floor.
location: 58 Ledbury Street, London W11 2AJ
Bertie Blossoms – owned by Ed Sheeran (3.5 stars, 15 reviews)
It wouldn’t surprise you to learn that Ed Sheeran, one of the richest musicians of all time, stands firmly on the London real estate ladder. The pub’s name is believed to refer to his wife Sherry after “cherry blossoms”.
location: 323 Portobello Road, London W10 5SY
Crepes and Cones – Owned by Krept and Konan (3.0 stars, 388 reviews)
At the end of the list, we have the Krept and Konan Croydon crepe joint. The couple inspired huge queues when they first opened Crepes and Cones, and the South London establishment remains a popular draw among locals and tourists, serving delicious cuisine, innovative cocktails, and desserts.
location: 24-26 S End, Croydon CRO 1DN
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