Best City of London Restaurants

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23 of the best restaurants in City of London

Thonglor Express

  • 4.9
  • £10+
  • Thai
  • 📍 Bloomsbury

At its core: Authentic Thai street food in the heart of London with affordable buffet options.

Otto's French Restaurant

  • 4.6
  • £100+
  • French
  • 📍 Bloomsbury
  • Nominated for World Restaurant Awards

At its core: Old-school, traditional French fine dining with theatrical tableside service and antique silver duck and lobster presses.

Kung Fu Mama Covent Garden

  • 4.5
  • £8.85+
  • Taiwanese
  • 📍 Covent Garden

At its core: Contemporary Taiwanese noodle bar focusing on healthy, light dishes inspired by Taiwan's night markets.

Bouchon Racine

  • 4.8
  • £50+
  • French
  • 📍 Farringdon
  • Ranked #5 in National Restaurant Awards

At its core: A traditional French bouchon inspired by the eateries of Lyon and bistros of Paris, offering classic French cuisine with uncompromising flavors.

Morchella

  • 4.6
  • £50+
  • Mediterranean
  • 📍 Clerkenwell
  • Michelin Bib Gourmand (2025)

At its core: Modern interpretation of classical Mediterranean dishes using high-quality seasonal produce.

The Shoap

  • 4.7
  • £1+
  • British
  • 📍 Islington

At its core: London's first Scottish deli, cafe and bakery showcasing authentic Scottish cuisine and artisanal products.

The Eagle Farringdon

  • 4.5
  • £20+
  • British
  • 📍 Clerkenwell
  • First gastropub in London (est. 1991)

At its core: London's original gastropub serving Mediterranean-inspired food with a focus on quality ingredients in a casual, unpretentious setting.

St. John

  • 4.5
  • £55+
  • British
  • 📍 Clerkenwell
  • Michelin Star

At its core: Nose-to-tail dining in a converted smokehouse, pioneering the use of unusual cuts of meat with a focus on seasonal British ingredients.

The Quality Chop House

  • 4.6
  • £41+
  • British
  • 📍 Clerkenwell
  • Michelin Guide: Good cooking

At its core: Historic British chophouse serving contemporary dishes with a focus on quality meat and seasonal ingredients.

Spinach & Agushi Exmouth Market

  • 4.8
  • £3+
  • West African
  • 📍 Clerkenwell

At its core: Authentic Ghanaian street food serving traditional dishes with modern presentation.

Dans le Noir ? London Restaurant

  • 4.5
  • £65+
  • European
  • 📍 Clerkenwell

At its core: Dining in complete darkness guided by visually impaired waitstaff, offering surprise menus that challenge sensory perceptions.

Le Relais de Venise l'Entrecôte

  • 4.5
  • £30+
  • French
  • 📍 City of London

At its core: Traditional French bistro serving a set menu of steak-frites with secret sauce since 1959.

DODAM KOREA

  • 4.7
  • £10+
  • Korean
  • 📍 Clerkenwell

At its core: Traditional Korean cuisine with fusion elements, offering both authentic dishes and creative interpretations.

Plaza Khao Gaeng

  • 4.7
  • £20+
  • Thai
  • 📍 Bloomsbury
  • Bib Gourmand - Michelin Guide

At its core: Authentic Southern Thai canteen-style restaurant serving fiery curries and stir-fries with fresh ingredients grown in the chef's own nursery.

Black Bear Burger

  • 4.6
  • £20+
  • American
  • 📍 Clerkenwell
  • 2025 National Burger of the Year - Double Miso Bacon

At its core: High-quality, dry-aged British beef burgers with house-made sauces and sides.

YORI Shoreditch

  • 4.7
  • £25+
  • Korean
  • 📍 Shoreditch

At its core: Authentic Korean BBQ and traditional dishes in the heart of vibrant Shoreditch.

Shawarma Bar

  • 4.8
  • £20+
  • Middle Eastern
  • 📍 Clerkenwell

At its core: Levantine cafe culture with mezze sharing plates and slow-cooked, spit-roasted meats.

Nest Restaurant Old Street

  • 4.8
  • £70+
  • British
  • 📍 Shoreditch
  • Michelin Guide Listed

At its core: Hyper-seasonal tasting menus exploring four distinct British landscapes with a focus on sustainability and using only one meat at a time to minimize waste.

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