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The sun is (finally) shining in London, and what better way to embrace the long-awaited summer glow than with a glass of Champagne in one of the city’s best al fresco spots? The Champagne Bureau UK have hand-picked 5 terraces to kick back and relax with a glass of bubbles in hand.

Bubbledogs at 45 Park Lane

The Lowdown: This summer, Dorchester Collection’s 45 Park Lane has welcomed the return of famed Champagne and hotdog concept Bubbledogs for an al fresco pop-up at the hotel’s exclusive terrace – CUT Out. The bespoke menu is comprised of gourmet hotdogs, which are topped with ingredients such as lobster, Beluga Caviar, A5 Wagyu striploin and summer truffle, and Champagnes of various styles, including Brut, Blanc de Blancs and Rosé.

What to Drink: The extensive Champagne list includes a selection of wines by the glass, as well as a variety of options to order by the bottle, with an array of vintages – dating as far back as 2002 – on offer, too.

Where: 45 Park Lane, London, W1K 1PN

Louie London, Covent Garden

The Lowdown: Located in Covent Garden, Louie London combines the cultures of Paris and New Orleans to offer guests a unique culinary and live music experience. The terrace can be found adjacent to Louie’s iconic Alligator Bar, which provides the backdrop for their live music evenings, including Tuesday Jazz Nights, Soulful Wednesdays, and All About Rhythm Thursdays.

What to Drink: For an al fresco experience this summer, guests can enjoy the venue’s terrace, where a wide selection of Champagnes, including Blanc de Blancs, Rosé, Blanc de Noirs and Vintage Champagnes, are on offer, both by the glass and by the bottle.

Where: 13-15 West Street, London, WC2H 9NE

Gordon’s Wine Bar, Embankment

The Lowdown: Yes, we know every man and his dog knows about Gordon’s Wine Bar, but it would be wrong if we didn’t include the bar (known mostly for first dates from Hinge) in this list. Having welcomed wine lovers for over 130 years, Gordon’s Wine Bar is London’s oldest wine bar. With outdoor seating available year-round, the venue offers a unique al fresco experience that creates an ideal environment for enjoying a glass of Champagne.

What to Drink: The venue’s wine list includes a section dedicated to Champagne, with Blanc de Blancs, Brut and Rosé styles on offer.

Where: 47 Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NE

Photo credit: Gordon’s Wine Bar

Julie’s Restaurant, Notting Hill

The Lowdown: With a fresh makeover, Julie’s is ideal for moments when the sun is shining; the restaurant’s outdoor terrace provides a gorgeous setting for enjoying the pinnacle of sparkling wine al fresco style this summer.

What to Drink: With an extensive wine list that includes a range of Grand Marques, Grower, and Rosé Champagne, Julie’s Restaurant has long since been considered a West London icon.

Where: 135 Portland Road, London, W11 4LW

The Petersham, Covent Garden

The Lowdown: With a focus on local produce, The Petersham offers guests Italian cuisine in a Central London location. Offering a foilage-filled, culinary oasis, expect menus are based on a slow food ethos, sticking firmly to seasonal ingredients, with as few food miles as possible

What to Drink: The restaurant’s extensive wine list includes an array of Champagnes of different styles, with Vintage and Non-Vintage Champagnes to choose from, all of which can be enjoyed in the restaurant’s outdoor dining space.

Where: 1 Floral Court, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9FB