Belly Enters The MICHELIN Guide
A Milestone for Modern Filipino-French Cooking in London
We’re proud to share that Belly Bistro has officially been selected for the Michelin Guide.
For us, this recognition is less about prestige and more about validation, validation of the quiet, consistent work that happens every single day in our kitchen, our dining room, and behind the scenes.
What Being in the Michelin Guide Means
Inclusion in the Michelin Guide highlights restaurants that demonstrate quality cooking, strong identity, and consistency. It’s not about hype or trends, it’s about craft, care, and clarity of vision.
Belly was created as a modern bistro rooted in technique-driven French cooking, layered with Filipino flavours, memories, and ingredients. This acknowledgement tells us that our voice, understated but intentional, is being heard.
Our Approach to Food
At Belly, everything starts with respect for ingredients and process.
We focus on:
Classical technique applied thoughtfully, not rigidly
Filipino flavours integrated with restraint and purpose
Seasonal produce and carefully sourced proteins
Plates that feel considered, not overworked
Many of our dishes evolve slowly, refined over time rather than rushed out for attention. That patience is core to who we are.
A Recognition Shared With Our Team
This milestone belongs to our entire team, the chefs shaping flavour day after day, the front-of-house guiding the experience, and everyone who helps maintain the standards we hold ourselves to.
It also belongs to our guests. Those who return, recommend us, and trust us enough to sit at our tables and let the food speak for itself.
Looking Forward
Being included in the Michelin Guide doesn’t change how we cook. It reinforces why we cook the way we do.
We’ll continue focusing on thoughtful food, warm service, and an experience that feels grounded rather than grand.
Thank you for being part of the journey.
We’ll see you at the table.