Gilgamesh Bar and Restaurant, London

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Saunter through London’s Camden Market and you may discover the sumptuous world of Gilgamesh, an extraordinarily lavish bar that attempts to recreate ancient Babylonian civilization.

The legend of a mortal king, half-divine and half-human, sets the scene – literally – with two enormous three-tonne Gilgamesh statues gazing down over diners. And every available surface is smothered with intricate decoration: from carved seats to marble pillars, hand-carved teak wall panels and elaborate ceilings.

A retractable roof also reveals al-fresco dining. The food is Asian fusion from an open-hatched kitchen, and the bar resonates with ambient DJ grooves. So, whether you’re hoping to hold a birthday celebration of grand magnitude or enjoy an intimate dinner, this top London restaurant will prey on your senses.

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