Where to eat in Southwark and Bermondsey?

Antico

Comfortable atmosphere and the best Italian food is the Antico philosophy – simple dishes allowing the flavour of each ingredient to make an impact. This old favourite close to London Bridge changes its menu with the seasons.

Address: 214 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ
Tel: +44 20 7407 4682  Website: http://www.antico-london.co.uk/

Browns

Refined cooking in elegant surrounds takes the culinary experience to the next level. Browns has been doing the business since 1973, so they’ve got it down. Try something from the specials board, such as the market-fresh fish.

Address: Tea Trade Wharf, 26, Shad Thames, London SE1 2YG
Tel: +44 20 7378 1700  Website: http://www.brownsrestaurants.co.uk/restaurants/london/butlers-wharf

Blueprint Café

For good food with spectacular views of the city skyline, this is the place to be. Set within the Design Museum, it has, of course, great aesthetics and a dining room that is streamlined and light-filled. Chef Jeremy Lee delivers simple seasonal cooking, preferring substance over style and always prepared to experiment with flavour. The best modern European dishes with a hint of Scotland!

Address: Design Museum, London SE1 2YD
Tel: +44 20 7378 7031
Website: http://www.blueprintcafe.co.uk/

Azzurro

A wine bar and restaurant alongside one of the city’s top tourist attractions, London Dungeon. Italian cuisine using fresh and healthy ingredients with the Italian classics to give a contemporary edge – plus the finest European beers. The decor features heavy wooden tables and old church pews.

Address: 35 Tooley St, London Bridge, London SE1 2QJ
Tel: +44 20 7407 5267
Website: http://azzurro-restaurant.co.uk/

Butlers Wharf Chop House

In the shadows of Tower Bridge, this restaurant will appeal equally to lovers of simple traditional food or innovative cooking. The secret lies in exceptionally sourced home-grown produce bursting with flavour and requiring no flourished refinements. It is also a bar where you can grab a delicious full English breakfast from 8am.

Address: 36e Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE
Tel: +44 20 7403 3403
Website: http://www.chophouse-restaurant.co.uk/

Velo

This casual Vietnamese street food cafe and takeaway offers some of the best Pho and spring rolls, freshly made with the best Asian herbs and delivered quickly. They cater to various food allergies, vegans and halal.

Address: 104 Tooley St, London SE1 2TH
Tel: +44 20 7407 9310
Website: http://www.velorestaurant.com/

José

José is your local rustic Spanish bar in plain brick, tiles and timber. It’s run by co-founder José Pizarro, one of the best Spanish chefs in the UK, who is an exceptional culinary adventurer. You get classic traditional tapas and a good range of wine.

Address: 104 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3UB
Tel: +44 20 7403 4902  Website:
http://www.josepizarro.com/news/jose-at-bermondsey-street-festival/

Cantina del Ponte

Italian sunshine at Butlers Wharf in the Shad Thames. Diners at this top Italian restaurant can enjoy sunny days and Tower Bridge views outside under the huge canopy. Quality seasonal products, cooked well to bring out the best flavours – the best Italian classics and an ever-changing menu.

Address: 36c Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE
Tel: +44 20 7403 5403
Website: http://www.cantinadelponte.co.uk/

St John Bakery Room

St. John Bakery Room is the part of the big St. John food and restaurant empire. Opened in 2010 at this weekend foodie market a short stroll from Bermondsey, it is a must-visit destination for all pastry and cake lovers. Choose from a huge range of filled doughnuts, breads and pastries. Note: not taste-testing their vanilla doughnuts would be a mistake.

Address: Ropewalk, London SE1 2HQ
Website: https://www.stjohngroup.uk.com/bakery/

Cecil’s

Behind its Victorian tea house facade, Cecil’s has a touch of Hollywood glam. This subterranean 1920s Shanghai-style speakeasy near London Bridge is one of the best bars and live music venues in the area, serving a huge selection of cocktails and liquors plus regular music offerings – from folk rock to blues. You can stay at this cocktail joint until late.

Address: 8 Holyrood St, London SE1 2EL
Tel: +44 20 7403 8293
Website: http://www.cecilslondon.com/

Champor-Champor

One of the finest restaurants in London delivers a complete culture of its own. ‘Champor-Champor means ‘mix and match’ in Malay – and the menu is inspired by Thai and modern Malay cuisine. There is also a candlelit balcony available for private celebrations.

Address: 62-64 Weston St, London SE1 3QJ
Tel: +44 20 7403 4600
Website: http://www.champor-champor.com/

 

 

Dining out in the best restaurants, sampling the local cuisine, visiting popular attractions and and markets – this is what Southwark and Bermondsey is all about. Food and entertainment options here are a force to be reckoned with!

 

 

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