Pizza with a side of live music is always on the menu at PizzaExpress’ flagship restaurant. Found in the heart of Chelsea – a short walk from both Sloane Square and South Kensington tubes – the Grade II listed building, known locally as The Pheasantry, has been a go-to on the London social scene since 1997 and it’s still the place to be for a romantic evening, catch-up with the girls, big celebration, or even a pizza making party (yup, every weekend).

Formerly a private members club which counted Lou Reed, Germain Greer, Richard Burton and Humphrey Bogart among its A-list tribe, the three-floor restaurant still exudes that cosy, classy members club vibe (wood-panelled walls, marble tables and brown leather banquettes), a unique charm which adds to the dining experience. That and the super roster of cabaret, jazz and stage acts that perform in the spacious basement area seven nights a week.

PizzaExpress The Pheasantry King's Road Chelsea

There’s even a ground floor heated garden area for al fresco dining where if you close your eyes you might as well be sipping on an Aperol Spritz in Naples. Saluti to that.

The Pheasantry, 152/154 King’s Rd, London SW3 4UT. PizzaExpress.com.

PizzaExpress, King’s Road, Chelsea

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