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DINING & NIGHTLIFEOrreryLondon’s ability to showcase cuisine beyond its countryboundaries is one of its unique assets. One such example isOrrery, a French restaurant that celebrates the rich tapestryof Gallic gastronomy.Its Marylebone location, stylish interiors and discreetservice ensures an evening as chic as the clientele. Thefoie gras parfait is a superb introduction to a French staplewhile the Dorset crab with beetroot and artichoke presentsa tantalising mix of sweet and earthy flavours. For mains, theexcellent roast Cornish bass was served with a traditionalProvençal barigoule broth while Orrery’s stand-out, signaturedish, pig’s trotters with mashed potato, Madeira and truffle,was a wholesome delight, fusing robust ingredients withsharp presentation. Desserts include a sublime apple tartin,or sample the award-wining cheese board for a savouryfinale. Susannah O’Grady55 Marylebone High Street, W1. % 020 7616 8000.: orrery-restaurant.co.uk Ë Regent’s Park. Map A4.7734 4479. : polpo.co.ukË Oxford Circus. Map B5.SpaGHETTI HouSECelebrating 56 years inbusiness, this bustling,family-run chain offersa convivial atmosphereand a range of classicItalian dishes such aspasta, pizza and risotto atreasonable prices. Shoppersshould make a pit-stop at thelatest Westfield branch(The Loft, W12. % 0208749 5252). £.24 Cranbourn Street, WC2(and branches). % 0207836 8168. : spaghettihouse.co.uk Ë LeicesterSquare. Map C6.Japanesenothing gimmicky aboutInamo’s bold flavours. ££.4-12 Regent Street, SW1.% 020 7484 0500.: inamo-stjames.comË Piccadilly Circus.Map C5.kyaSHIIThis Japanese fusionrestaurant’s décor hasserious wow factor and it’sa top spot for cocktails. Thefood is well worth it too: astarter of seafood tartarewith truffle dressing wasdelicate yet tasty. Great for aglam night out. ££.4a Upper St Martin’s Lane,WC2. % 020 7836 5211.: kyashii.co.ukË Leicester Square.Map C6.AUTHENTIC THAI CUISINEat the award winningTHAI POTsince 1992INamo ST JamESIn keeping with tech-lovingJapan, it’s fitting that InamoSt James should be socutting edge. Enjoy the funkydesign of this restaurant,then order from your table– literally – as it’s a touchscreencomputer. But despitethe novelty value, there’smorIOffering the lunchtimecrowd-pleasers of sushi,salads and bento boxes, thiselegant little chain also opensin the evenings, and has adelivery service. Try warmingnoodle soups, crystal rolls,yummy dumplings or afreedom food sushi box with020 7379 4580www.thaipot.bizAwarded:Authentic Thai Food –Ministry ofCommerce, Thailand4 stars –Master Chef UKThai Select Award –Department of ExportPromotion, Ministry ofCommerce, Thailand1 Bedfordbury,Covent Garden,London WC2N 4BPbehind ENO, Coliseum,Ë Charing Cross Station(Covent Garden exit)4 stars restaurant at 2 stars price!– food and service others talk about –112 | visitlondon.com | LONDON PLANNER | June 2011