Star quality hangouts

Oh my God, it's Derek the doorman! Dustin Hoffman gets star-struck at the Ivy

11 April 2012

Whether you're a struggling thespian hoping to hang-out in the right places with the right people, or you're simply looking to add a few more signatures to your A-list autograph book, we give you a rundown of the places you're most likely to bump into a Hollywood star...

Film star favourite: The IvyLocation shot: 1 West Street WC2H. Tel: 020 7836 4751Starring: This is the place to head if you want to rub shoulders with the A-listers. Dining regulars include Tom Cruise, Kevin Spacey, Jack Nicholson, and Dustin Hoffman when they’re in town. If you’re a fan of J-Lo you might be disappointed though — the screen and pop star was reported to have been banned from the exclusive London restaurant after she changed her booking three times and demanded a security sweep of the restaurant.Red carpet rating: *****
Film star favourite: NobuLocation shot: 19 Old Park Lane, W1. Tel: 020 7447 4747Starring: Robert de Niro has a stake in this Japanese restaurant located on the first floor of the Metropolitan Hotel so its star quality is guaranteed. Its chic cuisine and decor attracts the likes of Woody Allen, Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman and Goldie Hawn.Red carpet rating: *****
Film star favourite: Soho HouseLocation shot: 40 Greek Street, Soho, W1D. Tel: 0207 734 5188Starring: Founded in 1985 for film and media bods, this is a private members' club so you'll have to get your name on the list. Once you do you could be enjoying the screening room or relaxing on the roof terrace with Nicole Kidman or Jude Law.Red carpet rating: ****
Film star favourite: HakkasanLocation shot: 8 Hanway Place, W1P. Tel: 020 7670 2000Starring: Gwyneth Paltrow has been spotted here dining with husband Chris Martin as has Kevin Bacon and Jennifer Love Hewitt who was overheard commenting that "the service in England stinks".Red carpet rating: ***
Film star favourite: The Cinnamon ClubLocation shot: Old Westminster Library, Great Smith Street, SW1. Tel: 020 7222 2555Starring: Cate Blanchett, Pierce Brosnan and Christian Slater have all been spotted in the intimate bar located beneath the Indian restaurant of the same name.Red carpet rating: ***
Film star favourite: The WolseleyLocation shot: 160 Picadilly, W1. Tel: 020 7499 6996Starring: Scarlett Johanssen was a regular at the breakfast table during her stay at this stylish London hotel. For those of your particularly desperate to get into the movies, The Wolseley is also favourite of British director Michael Winner.Red carpet rating: ****
Film star favourite: ClaridgesLocation shot: 55 Brook Street W1A. Tel: Tel: 020 7499 0099Starring: When a fire broke out at this exclusive London hotel, Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Matt Damon had to postpone their Ocean's 12 press conference in the exclusive ballroom while the hotel was evacuated. They were joined out in the cold by Jim Carrey, who is also in London promoting his film Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events.Red carpet rating: *****
Film star favourite: Triyoga CentreLocation shot: 6, Erskine Road, Primrose Hill, NW3. Tel: 020 7483 3344Starring: This is where Gwyneth Paltrow heads when she's in the mood for a bit of body-bending and new-age chanting. You could also find yourself nose-to-bum cheek with Jude Law and Rachel Weisz at this exclusive Primrose Hill hang-out.Red carpet rating: ***
Film star favourite: Richard JamesLocation shot: 29 Savile Row, W1X. Tel: 020 7434 0605Starring: Tom Cruise and Hugh Grant get togged-up for their latest premiere appearance at this bespoke tailor.Red carpet rating: ***
Film star favourite: Baker and SpiceLocation shot: 47 Denyer Street, Chelsea, SW3. Tel 020 7589 4734. Also branches in Queen's Park and Belgravia. Check www.bakerandspice.com for details.Starring: You'll need a Hollywood salary if you want to shop in this pricey bakery but if you shop there regularly enough you could bump into the likes of Michael Caine, Julia Roberts and Meg Ryan stocking-up on fresh pizza and loaves of rosemary bread when they're in town.Red carpet rating: **

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