Eat The Tube: The Best Restaurants Near London Fields
Is it just us, or has London Fields suddenly become the it-girl spot for foodies and young people alike? In the blink of an eye, restaurant fronts have popped up like a virus around the area, providing a warm hug for the iconic Pub On The Park. We’re not complaining. If London Fields is becoming a cool spot for the summer, then we’ll all be flocking there, too. From new Italian bistros to old iconic gold mines, this is the foolproof guide to eating across London Fields.
Auguste
One of London Fields’ most interesting new openings, Auguste brings a fresh, confident take on central Italian cooking, drawing inspiration from Abruzzo without feeling too bound by it. The menu leans into honest and simple creativity, from coal-fired arrosticini (the lamb skewers are a must) to rich, deeply comforting capolletti in lamb brodo, made with an unexpected cream cheese filling. Dishes feel thoughtful without being overworked, balancing simplicity with originality, while the space itself hits a sweet spot between relaxed and intentional — a pillar of London Fields spots. Add in excellent-value drinks (£8 Negronis), and it has instantly become a neighbourhood favourite.
Read our full Auguste review.
Where: 373 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3DQ
Website: www.instagram.com
Cafe Kowloon
Don’t be fooled by the “hidden” label — Cafe Kowloon makes itself known. Slip past the quiet front (Wonton Charlie’s) and you’ll find a packed, low-lit room out back, where trains rumble overhead, and the atmosphere is loud, lively and a little chaotic.
The menu leans modern Cantonese, with plenty to explore. Highlights include plump prawn wontons in hot and sour sauce, comforting lo bak go (turnip cake with sausage and chilli oil), and prawn toast topped with crispy heads for the more adventurous. Drinks are fun too — especially the citrusy Pocari Sweat cocktail.
Save room for the Hong Kong French toast — golden, fluffy, stuffed with molten peanut butter — easily the thing everyone remembers after. Come for the noise, the crowd, the hype and the sense that anything could land on the table.
Read our full Cafe Kowloon review.
Where: 392-393 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3PH
Website: www.cafekowloon.co.uk
Wonton Charlie’s
By day, this is the calmer counterpart to Cafe Kowloon. Wonton Charlie’s runs out of the same space, but the mood shifts entirely — bright, open, and centred around bowls of wonton soup. The dumplings are the focus: thin skins, well-seasoned fillings, broths that are clean but full of depth. There are a few extras on the menu, but it’s not somewhere you need to over-order. Go for a bowl, maybe something on the side, and take it as it comes before the room flips into something louder later on.
Where: 392-393 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3PH
Website: www.linktr.ee
E5 Bakehouse
Under the railway arches, E5 Bakehouse has been doing its thing long before London Fields became what it is now. Bread is baked on site throughout the day, and you can taste (and smell) it — proper sourdough with a deep crust, pastries that don’t hang around for long, and sandwiches that feel built around the bread rather than the other way round. It’s always busy, with a constant flow of people in and out, coffees in hand. Best approached without too much planning: see what’s just come out, order it, eat it warm. Plus, it’s the perfect example of how London Fields is a true community, as you’ll see E5 bread listed on many a menu of the surrounding area.
Where: 396 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3PH
Website: www.e5bakehouse.com
Pub On The Park
Right on the edge of London Fields, this is less a pub you plan to go to and more one you end up at. When the weather’s good, it spills straight into the park — pints outside, people perched wherever they can find space. Inside, it’s classic pub territory: burgers, Sunday roasts, sharers, all built for groups and long afternoons. It can get busy, loud, and a bit chaotic, but that’s all part of the fun of being surrounded by young people the way you are in London Fields. If you’re after that full London Fields, London summer atmosphere, this is where it’s happening.
Where: 19 Martello St, London E8 3PE
Website: www.pubonthepark.com
Bambi 2.0
Bambi sits somewhere between restaurant, bar, and listening space. Records line the walls, the sound system matters, and the crowd is there as much for the music as the food. The menu leans European, built around seasonal ingredients and plates that are easy to share, with a wine list that follows the same thinking. It’s a place that shifts as the night goes on — start with dinner, stay for a drink, and before long, it feels more like a party.
Where: Netil House, 1 Westgate St LDN E8 3RL
Website: www.bambi-bar.com
Tempo
Small, counter-led, and always changing, Tempo runs on a daily menu shaped by what’s available, with no fixed format or set expectations. It’s a chef-run space, with a focus on seasonal British produce and a short, tight list of dishes that might shift completely from one day to the next. You sit right up against the kitchen, watching everything come together in real time, from prep to plate.
The cooking leans modern European, but without sticking too closely to one lane — it’s more about ingredients and timing than labels. Dishes tend to be stripped back to a few components, handled carefully, with a clear sense of restraint. The wine list follows suit, with a concise selection that changes regularly and leans natural.
Where: 252 Paradise Row, London E2 9LE
Website: www.tempo.restaurant
Sune
Sune keeps things focused — a tight menu, a strong wine list, and a room that fills up quickly and comfortably. The cooking leans towards clean, balanced flavours, with influences that move between Scandinavian and wider European styles. Dishes arrive unique but not overworked, the kind you can share across the table easily and casually. It’s a perfect place to settle into for the evening, especially if you’re in the mood for a few plates and a bottle that turns into two.
Where: 129A Pritchard’s Rd, London E2 9AP
Website: www.sune.restaurant
Café Cecilia
Cafe Cecilia has become one of the hardest tables to land in East London, and for good reason. Run by chef Max Rocha, the menu changes daily and sticks closely to what’s in season, but the approach stays the same — simple dishes, done properly, with no overcomplications.
There are a few signatures people come back for, like the Guinness bread or a perfectly cooked piece of fish, but it’s less about chasing specific dishes and more about how consistent everything feels. The room is stripped back, almost to the point of feeling bare, which puts all the attention on what’s on the plate. It’s busy from the moment it opens, especially at lunch, and once you’re in, you tend to settle — a couple of plates, a glass of wine, and no rush to leave.
Where: 32 Andrews Rd, London E8 4FX
Website: www.cafececilia.com
Bistrotheque
Up a set of stairs in a warehouse space, Bistroteque has been flying under the radar, holding its ground for years. The dining room is bright and open, a contrast to its industrial surroundings, and the menu leans French with a London sensibility — steak tartare, roast meats, and good puddings. It works across the day, whether you’re in for brunch or dinner, and still feels like one of those places people in the know keep coming back to.
Where: 23-27 Wadeson St, London E2 9DR
Website: www.bistrotheque.com
