Eat The Tube: The Best Restaurants Near London Bridge
Nestled between Borough Market and Bermondsey Street, London Bridge is foodie heaven, with a feast in store for every palate and pocket.
From tapas and tacos, to pasta perfection and Michelin-starred dining, here’s where you’ll find some of the best food in London Bridge. Scroll down to see these spots mapped out.
The Best Restaurants Near London Bridge
Pizarro
Sharing’s caring, and Pizarro knows it. Spanish chef Jose Pizarro’s stylish Bermondsey restaurant boasts modern wooden tables, Spanish-inspired tiles and an open kitchen alongside ‘pica pica’ dishes like Padrón peppers, Jamón Ibérico, and daily changing croquetas.
Larger plates feature wild mushroom rice with apple and fino sherry; Ox cheek cannelloni with confit seasonal mushrooms and jamón; and Iberian pork shoulder, with chocolate tart and sweet sherry for dessert. If you’re after something a little more informal, tapas bar José is just down the street.
Where: 194 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ
Website: josepizarro.com
Trivet
Sometimes, only the best will do. Enter Michelin-starred Trivet, where chef Jonny Lake and master sommelier Isa Bal (both Fat Duck alumni) bring you a fresh take on fine dining in an informal setting.
Imagine high quality dishes like squab pigeon roasted over charcoal, spiced heritage carrots and kale; and grilled monkfish, Pied de Mouton mushrooms and roast chicken beurre blanc, paired with a globe-trotting wine list. And when you’re feeling a bit more casual, the attached wine bar is worth a visit for a quick bite and wines by the glass.
Where: 36 Snowsfields, London SE1 3SU
Website: trivetrestaurant.co.uk
The Coal Shed
The Coal Shed is a carnivore’s dream, where sizzling steaks take centre stage and even the sides, like the triple cooked chips, are impressive in their own right.
The cool vibe of this London outpost mirrors its Brighton roots, with a jazzy soundtrack as you tuck into the likes of sustainably sourced fish, mouthwatering steaks cooked over coals, creamed spinach and truffle mac ‘n’ cheese for two.
Where: 4 Crown Square, One Tower Bridge, London SE1 2SE
Website: coalshed-restaurant.co.uk
Aqua Shard
Skip the viewing platform fee and enjoy the height of indulgence, drink in hand, at London Bridge’s glittering restaurant Aqua Shard. Perched on the 31st floor of The Shard, it offers modern British dining with iconic views of the city.
Gaze out over the lights below while enjoying dishes like Smoked Ham Hock & Chicken Terrine; Herefordshire Dry Aged Beef Fillet; and ‘The Shard’ dessert with guava, raspberry and passion fruit. Sure, mains are in the £40s, but consider it an investment in both food and skyline views.
Where: Level 31, The Shard, 31 St Thomas St, London SE1 9RY
Website: aquashard.co.uk
Barrafina Borough Yards
The no reservations trend? You can thank Barrafina for that. But if you don’t fancy a queue, their Borough Yards spot is actually bookable.
Marble, steel, Spanish wines and sherry set the scene at this restaurant as you tuck into dishes like ham croquetas, red prawns, squid ink tortillas and Spanish cheeses. With six locations in London, it’s practically tapas royalty.
Where: 2 Dirty Ln, London SE1 9AB
Website: www.barrafina.co.uk
Pique-Nique
This French bistro, brought to you by Hervé Durochat of Casse Croute fame, is the perfect blend of snug and chic. Picture this: a cosy interior meets a sunny terrace, where you can dive into a delightful a la carte menu.
Enjoy home smoked salmon to start, share the iconic bar en croute for mains, and finish off with a pear souffle with chocolate sauce and caramelised almonds. Whether it’s a quick bite or a leisurely feast, the vibe is the perfect balance for both.
Where: Tanner St, London SE1 3LD
Website: pique-nique.co.uk
Hawksmoor Borough
Upgrade your steak night at Hawksmoor Borough, the British restaurant known for its quality cuts and carefully-sourced meat. But it doesn’t stop at steak – there’s also whole native lobster, whole roasted sea bream and monkfish grilled over charcoal.
And because you can’t have steak without fries, Hawksmoor truly delivers with their sides, including triple-cooked and beef dripping chips, mash, creamed spinach, sweet potato, and gooey macaroni cheese.
Where: 16 Winchester Walk, London SE1 9AQ
Website: thehawksmoor.com
Swan London
The Swan is just a leisurely 10-minute stroll along the Thames from London Bridge station with a seasonal menu featuring the likes of Cornish crab, corn-fed chicken breast, roast monkfish, and a blackberry bavarois with chocolate soil and raspberries for dessert.
Enjoy views of the River Thames, Shakespeare’s Globe, and St. Paul’s Cathedral from the first-floor restaurant as you tuck into the River View menu, starting at £29. There’s brunch and a Sunday roast up for grabs too.
Where: 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT
Website: swanlondon.co.uk
Padella
Craving pasta perfection just minutes from Borough Market? This humble pasta spot dishes out small yet indulgent plates. Picture yourself tucking into fettuccine with fennel and chilli sausage ragu; or tagliarini with Dorest crab, chilli and lemon. The star of the show? Pici cacio e pepe – a popular fixture on the menu.
These pasta dishes have a cult following, so yes, long queues are a part of the experience. Grab a drink while you join the virtual line, and get ready for a carb-fuelled afternoon – you’ll want to try them all.
Where: 6 Southwark St, London SE1 1TQ
Website: www.padella.co
Wright Brothers
Wright Brothers in bustling Borough Market is where historic charm meets high quality seafood. Picture barrels as tables, pints, prawns, and a relaxed vibe that lets the flavour shine.
From Moules Marinière with fries to fish pie, every dish is a seafood classic. And if you’re looking for oysters, make sure to visit on Wednesday between 3pm-6pm when they’re a pound a pop. Seafood cravings, sorted.
Where: Borough Market, Stoney St, London SE1 9AD
Website: thewrightbrothers.co.uk
Berenjak
You’ll find the vibrant flavours of Iran at Berenjak, the second site of this Persian restaurant, inspired by Chef Kian Samyani’s family feasts. Picture generous servings of aubergine stew, fire-cooked lamb kebabs, rotisserie chicken, creamy sabzi and clay baked flatbreads made for sharing.
Where: 1 Bedale St, London SE1 9AL
Website: berenjaklondon.com
Kolae
Fire up your tastebuds for Kolae – a culinary technique of marinating in coconut and charring over open flames, and now, one of London Bridge’s best restaurants.
From the team behind Som Saa, the industrial-chic restaurant is housed in a converted coach house on Park Street, and serves up a small but spectacular menu of Southern Thailand-inspired dishes. It’s one of the hottest tickets in town right now.
Where: 6 Park St, London SE1 9AB
Website: kolae.com
Hutong
For an elevated dining experience with skyline views, Hutong can be found in The Shard. Northern Chinese cuisine gets a sleek makeover at this London Bridge restaurant – picture polished renditions of Sichuan style deep fried lobster, stir fried Angus beef, fried prawns, and dim sum.
There’s also a private dining room if you’re celebrating an extra-special occasion.
Where: 33 St Thomas St, London SE1 9RY
Website: hutong.co.uk
Restaurant Story
At Restaurant Story, Tom Sellers spins an epic culinary tale that unfolds through no menu at all – just a legendary Michelin-starred saga of nine courses, lasting three or four hours.
And for a touch of theatrics? The ‘beef candle’ on your table is actually lit, and you mop up the melted juices with your bread. This high-end dining experience is legendary in London.
Where: 199 Tooley St, London SE1 2JX
Website: tomsellers.co.uk
Bar Duoro
Experience a slice of Lisbon and Porto right in the heart of London Bridge at Bar Douro in Flat Iron Square. Decorated with blue and white tiles, this railway arch restaurant serves up authentic Portugeuse dishes – think salt cod hash, sausage croquetes, duck rice with chorizo, and the must-try pastel de nata.
As a bonus, the impressive Portuguese wine list champions value and quality. Don your metaphorical sun hat and head out for a dining experience that’s Lisbon-approved.
Where: 85B Southwark Bridge Rd, London SE1 0NQ
Website: www.bardouro.co.uk
Bao Borough
Fluffy Taiwanese buns steal the spotlight at Bao Borough, stuffed with fillings like soft pork, curry cheese, and even chicken nuggets. But it’s not all about the buns; help yourself to 40 day aged beef with Taipei butter rice and grilled prawn skewers for the full experience.
There’s also a hidden karaoke room downstairs, if you happen to be in the mood.
Where: 13 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD
Website: baolondon.com
Rambutan
In the heart of Borough Market, Rambutan is a Sri Lankan restaurant that comes with an open-fire kitchen, earthy interiors, and delicious small plates.
Dive into jaffna-style lamb skewers; deep fried roti with anchovy katta sambol; and grilled chicken saffron pongal rice, or make your way through the dishes with a feasting menu at £38pp. The coveted counter seats offer an exclusive front-row seat to the magic happening in the kitchen.
Where: 10 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD
Website: rambutanlondon.com
Santo Remedio
It’s a flavour-filled fiesta at Santo Remedio near London Bridge. The two-story space has a Latin soundtrack and serves up a feast for the senses.
With low-lit interiors and innovative dishes like soft shell crab tacos with jalapenos and mint mayonnaise; hibiscus enchiladas; and guacamole with a sprinkle of grasshoppers, traditional Mexican meets contemporary. Wash it all down with a ‘Margarita de la Casa’ or a shot of mezcal.
Where: 152 Tooley St, London SE1 2TU
Website: www.santoremedio.co.uk
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