Best City of London Restaurants
Discover City of London’s finest dining experiences with London Best Eats. This is your go-to guide for top food spots, from hidden gems to iconic restaurants.
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.