Hello August – fancy sneaking up on us like that! Summer in London just hits different doesn’t it? Maybe it’s the alfresco cafe culture, the hundreds of pop-ups, events and new summer menus? Grab your phone calendar (or your diary if you’re old skool) and have a peruse through The Luxe List London – August.
Press for Idris at Bob Bob Ricard!
The restaurant famed for its ‘press for champagne’ button have teamed up with Idris Elba’s Porte Noire until the end of September for a game season menu of indulgent pies and Champagne cocktails. Highlights include Champagne and chicken pie, Champagne and truffle pie, and Cognac and grouse, paired with a Porte Noire Brut and Cognac cocktail. Diners can also purchase a limited-edition Bob Bob Ricard x Porte Noire pie whistle (£15). Available at both Soho and City locations. Book here.
Sparkle & Stay at London Marriott Hotel Park Lane
Injecting some serious bling into your London hotel visit, London Marriott Hotel Park Lane has launched Sparkle & Stay – a luxurious partnership with Mayfair jeweller Hirsh London. Guests enjoy an exclusive private tour and consultation at Hirsh’s atelier, followed by a stay featuring a handcrafted jewellery tray, gemstone-inspired patisserie, and a bottle of bubbles. Relax with a swim and a three-course dinner at Lanes of London, with chauffeur service included. Perfect for special occasions, this intimate experience blends luxury, craftsmanship and indulgence from £733 per night, available year-round.
Freak Scene at 100 Wardour Street
Running until November 2025, you can hit the Freak Scene at 100 Wardour Street with some seriously good food courtesy of Australian chef Scott Hallsworth. Bringing his cul pan-Asian concept to this Soho staple in partnership with Evolv Collection, you can expect signature hits like chilli crab wonton bombs and red curry duck donut buns, alongside new Soho-inspired dishes. Known for blending Japanese izakaya flair and Aussie irreverence, Hallsworth’s pop-up also features a cool Saturday brunch with hip-hop beats and street-art vibes. This marks Freak Scene’s Soho homecoming and the only Asian concept in Evolv’s portfolio. Book at freakscene.100wardourst.com.
Yauatcha’s Yum Cha Brunch
Yum yum – Yauatcha’s popular Infinite Yum Cha brunch is now available daily throughout August at both Soho and City locations. Priced at £45 per person, this unlimited dim sum feast features Cantonese favourites like venison puff, scallop shui mai, and stir-fried rib eye beef. Start with a strawberry spiced margarita or upgrade to select wines or sparkling options, and enjoy this decadent dim sum between 11am-6pm every day in August.
New BBQ & Spritz Menu at Fremantle
This summer you can enjoy Fremantle Bar & Kitchen at Royal Victoria Dock’s new BBQ & Spritz Menu. Featuring global flavours with an Australian twist, highlights include spiced salmon with cauliflower couscous, char siu chicken, and smoked brisket flatbreads. Breakfast and brunch run until 2pm with dishes like poached pear and blueberry brioche, while the Spritz Menu, crafted with East London Liquor Co. and FAIR Spirits, offers refreshing cocktails such as ‘Sun on the Docks’ and ‘A Mule Glow Up’. Enjoy relaxed vibes, cocktails, and a spacious outdoor terrace.
Free Pizza from Re-Vamped Santa Maria Ealing
Santa Maria, one of London’s top pizzerias, is celebrating 15 years with a refurbished Ealing restaurant at 11 Bond Street. Founded in 2010 by Neapolitan friends Angelo Ambrosio and Pasquale Chionchio, the brand began in Ealing before expanding across London, with the revamp honouring their roots with a fresh look, more space, and the same authentic pizzas that made them famous. To mark the reopening on Thursday 28th August, they’re giving away 150 free pizzas to thank the local community!
New Opening: Michael Caines at The Stafford
Here’s a biggie for next month – Michael Caines at The Stafford opens on 17th September, marking Michael Caines MBE’s first London restaurant. Housed in the iconic Stafford London in St James’s, the modern European menu will celebrate seasonal British produce with dishes like warm lobster salad and pan-roasted Brixham turbot, alongside Stafford classics such as beef wellington. The a la carte and signature tasting menus will reflect Caines’ renowned style, blending the hotel’s rich heritage with exceptional hospitality. Bookings open 11th August, click here to book.
KXU Chelsea’s U-Cycle Classes – Battle of the DJs
If you’re anything like us, you need the tunes to power you through the exercise and if you love your high energy beats, these workouts at KXU Chelsea are for you! U-Cycle: Battle of the DJs lets you ride to the beats of Calvin Harris, Fred Again, Avicii, and more in six exclusive rhythm-fuelled spin sessions from 18th – 23rd August. Met-U blends strength and cardio in a sweat-inducing metabolic challenge using ergs, treadmills, dumbbells, and bodyweight moves, every Wednesday and Saturday. Book via the KXU app to train smart, sweat hard, and push your limits.
Monday 18th August 7am – David Guetta, Francis Mercier, Sub Focus, Van Helden and 7:30pm – Fred Again, Avicii, Calvin Harris, Wilkinson
Tuesday 19th August 9:15am – David Guetta, Francis Mercier, Sub Focus, Van Helden Thursday 21st August 10am – Fred Again, Avicii, Calvin Harris, Wilkinson
Saturday 23rd August 11:30 am – David Guetta, Francis Mercier, Sub Focus, Van Helden and 1pm – Fred Again, Avicii, Calvin Harris, Wilkinson
Celebrate National Dog Day!
Celebrate National Dog Day on the 26th August with a getaway for you and your pup at one of England’s top dog-friendly hotels. Stay in Leeds Castle’s historic Kent cottages (from £640/2 nights, £25 per dog) surrounded by scenic walks like the Leeds Castle and Kingswood Circular. At The Belfry, Warwickshire (from £169 B&B), enjoy dog beds, bowls, woodland walks and a dog-friendly bar, with £1 donated to Birmingham Dogs Home per stay. De Vere Latimer Estate, Buckinghamshire (from £129 B&B, £30 per dog), offers 30 acres of grounds, cosy dog beds, and treats—perfect for a countryside escape.
Meanwhile at Sticks ‘n’ Sushi London on 26th August, you’ll get free Pooch & Mutt salmon and fennel treats for pups, plus sushi, skewers, and izakaya bites for humans—perfect for a stylish post-park pitstop!
Sunday Sessions at Milk Beach
Sunday Sessions returns to Soho’s Aussie hotspot Milk Beach, running every Sunday until the end of September. From 12–6pm, enjoy Papa Salt Coastal Gin cocktails, live DJs from 1pm, and an all-day menu of brunch favourites and robata barbecue. Set in a sun-soaked courtyard with beachy interiors, it’s the perfect spot for slow afternoons, shared plates, and laid-back Aussie hospitality.
The Kapara Rosé Terrace
Soho’s Kapara brings summer vibes with its rosé terrace in James Court, running until 21st September. Sip Minuty, Lady A, or La Coste rosés, plus playful spritzes Thelma and Louise, alongside bold Eastern Mediterranean plates like date and miso aubergine, black and gold baby squid, and hummus and short rib chickpea. Sundays feature DJs from 1pm with neighbours Milk Beach and The Little Scarlet Door. Book your spot here.
The Cîroc Colada Terrace London Bridge
Perched above London Bridge’s Summer by the River festival, the Cîroc Colada Terrace is the perfect place to sip on tropical cocktails with panoramic Tower Bridge views. Open daily 12–10pm until September, the rooftop serves Cîroc creations like the new ready-to-drink Cîroc Colada can, City Break Spritz, Cote du Coco, and Frozen Piña Colada Slushie. Perfect for sunny catch-ups or post-work drinks, pair your cocktails with tasty pizza and enjoy the festival’s DJs, films, and riverside vibes.
Jack Stein Seafood Odyssey x Anna Haugh
Jack Stein’s Seafood Odyssey concludes on 18th September at Rick Stein Barnes with a five-course feast inspired by Irish myth and Cornish flavours, created with chef Anna Haugh. Highlights include tea-pickled sardines, lemon sole ragout, and wild salmon inspired by the legend of the ‘Salmon of Knowledge’, ending with carrageen chocolate mousse and Guinness cake. It’s £80pp including a welcome drink with wine pairing optional. Book here.
Nyetimber Terrace Takeover
Until 9th September, Harrods’ The Grill on Fifth hosts the Nyetimber Terrace Takeover, a rooftop oasis serving award-winning English sparkling wines and rare vintages. Guests can enjoy three curated wine flights paired with seasonal dishes like short rib croquettes, prawns, and strawberries and cream. The perfect summer rooftop hangout.
