Best Casual Restaurants in Forest Hill

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1. Upstairs

4.8

Exceptional(404)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Clapham

Booked 10 times today

Almost three years on from its culinary christening, Upstairs has sparked a reputation for casual dining in its finest form. A self-contained dining space, Upstairs offers guests a selection of small plates from our daily-changing menu, all of which are cooked to order from an open island kitchen and designed to share.As well as being available for reservations and exclusive hires, Upstairs proudly plays host to a variety of exciting events and special evenings for our guests to enjoy; from expertly-led wine masterclasses to convivial Sunday lunches.Our aim has always been to offer our guests the opportunity to get closer to the cooking process than ever before, and with the unfaltering passion and dedication of our team, a recently (and very proudly) received Bib Gourmand Award, and the continued support of our wonderful guests, we truly see nowhere to go but up.

2. Hausu

4.7

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• International • Peckham

Booked 2 times today

Hausu is a restaurant and bar in the heart of Peckham, bringing an appreciation for taste and sound together with the creative spirit of South East London.We serve our own brand of flavours against the backdrop of a vintage hi-fidelity sound system, with the belief that music and food can bring people together. Please note: bookings after 10pm are for drinks only

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3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Canary Wharf

Booked 53 times today

Canary Wharf, once a bustling harbour and now home to one of our restaurants, blends industrial history with modern elegance. Enjoy our Japanese menu in an artistic setting where exposed pipeworks meet fairytale ships. Perfect for any dining occasion. Expect quality sushi, salads and sticks from the grill. A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.

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4. Camille - Borough Market

4.6

Exceptional(190)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Southwark

Booked 8 times today

A neighbourhood restaurant on Stoney Street, Borough Market - Camille is a reflection of imagined jaunts through regional France. The menu from head chef Elliot Hashtroudi celebrates the magic of local and seasonal produce - his simple approach to cooking captures the rustic energy of a regional French table.An intimate casual bistro-style dining space with small bar and window counter seating is the back drop to our a-la-carte menu and ‘daily specials’ board.Like in our other restaurants Ducksoup, Little Duck and Emilia you’ll find a weekly changing menu of wines by the glass and bottle from small independent producers.

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5. Restaurant Story London

4.8

Exceptional(1081)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • London Bridge

Booked 4 times today

At Restaurant Story the premise is simple; we seek to tell our story through the food we serve.We opened in April 2013 gaining our first Michelin star only five months after opening and in 2021 we were awarded our second Michelin star. Finally in 2023 we launched Story 3.0 hosting a 2nd floor.Inspired by chef Tom Sellers’ culinary career and the history of British food, our dishes are an edible story, each one inspired by a memory. We want to share these memories with you through what you see, smell and taste.To help achieve this, we select only the freshest seasonal British produce and then pair it with an exclusive wine list featuring small wine producers and select British craft ales sourced locally.

6. Trinity

4.9

Exceptional(3561)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Clapham

Booked 12 times today

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham. An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink. Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting. The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

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7. Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

4.6

Exceptional(1596)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tower Hill

Booked 23 times today

Emilia’s SKD is a fresh pasta restaurant located in the heart of St Katharine Docks with a beautiful al fresco dining terrace overlooking the marina, just a few minutes’ walk from Tower Bridge.At Emilia’s all our pasta is made fresh every morning in our restaurant in full view of passers-by and served from our fully open kitchen. In true respect of Italian tradition, we use certified Italian produce and try our best to ensure no additives, artificial ingredients, preservatives or anything unnatural is in our food. We believe that food is much better when it’s 100% natural.Our restaurant has a mixture of chef’s bar/counter seating (overlooking the open kitchen), window seating (overlooking our terrace and the marina), normal tables and an outdoor terrace (overlooking the marina).P.S. We care for our people, our communities and the world around us. Please visit our website (www.emiliaspasta.com) if you would like to learn more about our approach to Sustainability.

8. The Garrison

4.6

Exceptional(2423)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Bermondsey

Booked 19 times today

The Garrison Public House is a bustling neighbourhood restaurant at the heart of Bermondsey Streets creative community and just a short skip from the comestible delights of Borough Market. We take full advantage of being an independent restaurant; from our quirky, inimitable interior to our considered wine list and engaging staff, we make sure everything we do is done with The Garrison style. We are open everyday for lunch and dinner and our menu focuses on seasonal produce from our favourite artisan suppliers. Downstairs, our Cinema Room is available for private hire

9. Trivet

4.6

Exceptional(122)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • London Bridge

Booked 6 times today

2024: awarded 2 Michelin stars!Trivet derives from the age-old cooking utensil - an iron tripod placed over fire to support a cooking pot or kettle - reflecting the warmth and balance which forms Head Chef Jonny Lake and Master Sommelier Isa Bal’s values for the restaurant, as well as their working relationship.From the very beginning of the creative process, Jonny, Isa and the team think about how food and drink work together. The menu features their explorations of ingredients, dishes and drinks from around the world, inspired by the culinary history and diversity around us. The wine list is set out chronologically, following the historic beginnings of wine to present day, with over 350 wines from classic producers to the New World, as well as acknowledging the root of viti-vinoculture with wines from Georgia, Armenia and Turkey.As well as the welcoming main dining room, Trivet has a terrace, wine bar and private dining space. Monday nights transform into the LaBombe Wine Bar.

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10. Grind London Bridge

4.3

Awesome(67)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • London Bridge

Booked 34 times today

Grind, at London Bridge is a buzzing riverside cocktail bar, espresso bar and all-day restaurant just above the famous Borough Market.

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AnthiVIP
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and drinks as always! We visit this restaurant almost every weekend for the past 3 years and it never disappoints!
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary WharfPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Canary Wharf
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4.7
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Dave
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely loved it!! Friendly service, but not overbearing, wait staff had really good knowledge of wine list and menu. Also got to hear a bit of the origin story which is always really cool. Food absolutely banging! Fish selection was really good, lamb belly, chicken skewers and pork belly were standouts! Lamb belly might be the dish of the night! Dad’s broth was a fun addition and story. Best dinner in Peckham for a while! Definitely a returning customer!
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HausuPrice: Expensive• International• Peckham
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4.7
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DebraVIP
Atlanta Metro •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous dinner. The menu remains a "surprise" until serving which is such a treat. For those of you who like to have control in every aspect of your life: just let go and trust the Team. Every plate was balanced, providing perfect layers of subtly in the mouth. There were so many components to each dish...we can't imagine how much time is put into creating the perfect bite! Beautiful presentation as well. The wine pairings and descriptions by the sommeliers were interesting, introducing us to several vintages that were previously unknown to us. And the servers were so professional and friendly. It felt like they had prepared the dinner in their homes and were treating us to a great meal. Such a breath of fresh air! Thank you for a lovely evening!
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Restaurant Story LondonPrice: Very Expensive• British• London Bridge
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4.8
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Peter
London •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A five star review is well earned. The food is exceptional - every plate offering new sensations. Service is excellent A place to go!
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Camille - Borough MarketPrice: Very Expensive• French• Southwark
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4.6
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photisVIP
London •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
Brilliant as always. I honestly can’t fault it. The service and quality of the food is exceptional and I’m looking forward to my next visit!
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UpstairsPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Clapham
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4.8

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492 restaurants available nearby

1. Upstairs

2. Hausu

3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

4. Camille - Borough Market

5. Restaurant Story London

6. Trinity

7. Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

8. The Garrison

9. Trivet

10. Grind London Bridge

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