It wouldn't be Christmas without slathering hot, gooey cheese on every meal possible. If you're so over fondue, turn your attention to raclette. This Swiss export has been popping up all over the city, from dedicated cheese bars to winter restaurants with tiny grills to make your own creations. Keen to discover more? Check out our pick of where to eat raclette in London restaurants and get stuck in.
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Last updated on 20th November 2024
Situated on the Southbank, Fire & Fromage is a cosy winter pop-up that promises warming firepits, cosy cabana tables and amazing views of the Thames and beyond. Cosy up with toasted s'mores and raclette burgers here, complete with hot drinks from the bar.
They also offer an unlimited raclette option for just £35 per person. This also comes with plenty of sides, as well as mini doughnuts and hot chocolate.
@ Sky Garden Bars on Various dates from Monday 25th November 2024
To eat raclette while enjoying stunning views from a 37th-floor alpine-themed terrace? It can only be Sky Garden at 37th-floor terrace at 20 Fenchurch Street. Dig into raclette for two, served with a choice of meat or vegetarian accompaniments, alongside four glasses of mulled wine for £79.50. Or make it two glasses of Champagne for £90.
Better yet, you'll get access to Sky Garden's festive music nights in partnership with Moët & Chandon afterwards - the ultimate way to round off a wintery date night.
All-day bistro and wine bar The Laundry is a renowned neighbourhood favourite founded by Melanie Brown; the woman behind Specialist Cellars, also located just minutes away. In honour of Mel's Swiss heritage, they've teamed up with Swiss cheesemakers, Jumi Cheese, for a raclette experience.
It's available throughout November on their seasonal board, featuring cheese to melt at your table and pour over unlimited potatoes and cornichons.
These guys are renowned for being the go-to for anything cheesy (as their name suggests). Swing by The Cheese Bar in Camden and you can dine on bottomless raclette, with sides of potatoes, glazed ham, veggies and cornichons.
La Fromagerie Bloomsbury is home to some of the best raclette in London. A restaurant as well as an excellent grocers, it's helping warm your cockles with its own take on the classic dish. Enjoy hot new potatoes with shallots, mustard and caper relish covered in mouthwatering melted cheese.
If you fancy adding a dash of French flair to your feasting, look no further than Champagne and Fromage. Their Covent Garden and Brixton spots are offering droolworthy cheese accompanied by cured meats or truffle, as well as a range of sides, like baguette with roasted garlic. It's truly one of the best raclette restaurants in London.
Looking for somewhere to eat dairy delights with a view? Then Boundary Rooftop Bar & Grill is a firm choice with their sharing bowl for two. Soak up the winter city sights and top-tier Alpine-inspired raclette menu. Think melting cheese paired with Austrian beers. Mmm.
