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Oi Spaghetti
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Very Expensive
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Contemporary Italian
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5
(354)
My name is Francesco and I cook spaghetti in this cabin restaurant with 3 tables, since 2015. I work solo. I don't serve more than 15 diners a day, and I will take care of your dinner like I would for my mother.
You can watch me LIVE on Twitch under "Francescocooksspaghetti".
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Pedro's Wine Bar
Price: Moderate
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Portuguese
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4.8
(162)
At Pedro's Wine bar, our mission is to bring the best wines of Portugal to the UK - affordable, higher-quality alternatives to the well-known wine varieties that fill supermarket shelves and restaurant menus.
Welcoming space, dog-friendly, serving unique, and hand-selected Portuguese wines & spirits, as well as traditional Portuguese bites, just 1 min away from Maltby Street food market. We are bringing a new concept to the of the Bermondsey beer mile. Book your table, and sample some of the wines before you buy.
We want London and the wider UK to open their minds, fill their glasses and drink with us, and enjoy a taste of the best in Portugal.
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Utter Waffle Herne Hill
Price: Moderate
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Modern European
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4.8
(472)
Utter Waffle - a gem within the South London brunch scene! We opened our Herne Hill restaurant in 2021, and since have become an institution in Herne Hill's small but awesome food scene. Since our launch, we've collected a small cabinet of trophies and awards, and have even cooked our savoury waffles on Masterchef, Sunday Brunch & Saturday Kitchen!
Our busy brunch restaurant serves everything from fried chicken & waffles and our signature avo smash, to bottomless brunch & craft beers. For those with a sweet tooth - fret not as the desserts are pretty good too - (we're even the proud winners of The Best Dessert in the UK (British Street Food Awards)), so there really is something for everyone!
We pride ourselves on a super-inclusive menu and ability to cater for those with dietary requirements; We're co-owned by a coeliac, don't handle any gluten on-site, plus we boast loads of vegetarian and vegan options too! So what are you waiting for!?
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Sapore Vero - Hither Green
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Pizzeria
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4.9
(126)
We pride ourselves on our fresh, authentic Italian food and are passionate about bringing this taste to London. Our ingredients are carefully sourced from the best suppliers and many of our dishes are made with speciality Denominazione di Origine Protetta (DOP) foods direct from Italy.
As well as sourcing the best Italian ingredients, we’ve also developed our own special pizza base recipe. Our UNICA pizza dough is made with a multigrain blend of flours that is vitamin-rich and packed with fibre while delivering the same delicious taste. Low in sugar and high in antioxidants, this is pizza that is good for you!
Our restaurants are a little corner of Italia in south east London. Cosy but elegant, with the warmth of family-friendly service delivered with the best wood-fired pizza you’ll find outside of Naples. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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CHIMICHURRIS
Price: Moderate
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Argentinian
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4.8
(601)
Nico Modad original from Argentina, ex Head Chef at Brindisa, is opening the doors of what he has always dreamed about. A traditional Argentinean restaurant in SE1.
Chimichurris - La Parrilla!!
Why “Chimis”? Well, it’s Argie, spicy, saucy, juicy and tasty!
He will offer a great variety of dishes including fish and fresh pasta with a focus on charcoal grilled Argentine meats! followed by a casual service, a cosy atmosphere and great drinks to wash it all.
See you soon! All welcome!
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Restaurant Story London
Price: Very Expensive
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British
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4.8
(1,081)
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.
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Zeret Kitchen
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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Ethiopian
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4.9
(538)
Lovers of Ethiopian cuisine and adventurous foodies will appreciate this bright, clean and modern restaurant in Camberwell that prides itself on its family recipes and dedication to authentic Ethiopian traditions. Zeret itself is a name that comes from a small village in northern Ethiopia, and the menu includes mostly chicken, lamb and beef stews made with butter, garlic and ginger served on pancake-like flatbread called enjera. All the food here is delicious, and the dining room is decorated with colourful placemats, potted palms and simple white walls. Perfect for communal/sharing meals with friends and family, the Zeret Kitchen has attentive staff and a relaxed atmosphere – don't miss the Ethiopian style chicken cooked with green chillies, herbs and spices.
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Café Britaly
Price: Expensive
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Cafe Dining
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4.8
(32)
Café Britaly is a cheeky addition to Peckham's exciting food scene. Specialising in Britalian food made by ex-Bouchon Racine chef Alex Purdie, served in an informal airy mid-century café environment. Whilst the Britalian Carbonara with Cream, deep-fried Pizzetta Crunch, and 'superior-to-tiramisu' Zuppa Inglese trifle, have been shocking Italian Instagram there are many other classic dishes that focus on British-Italian provenance also. Situated on Rye Lane it is a centrally located Peckham restaurant, between the station and the Rye (Peckham Common).
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Oblix West
Price: Very Expensive
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Global, International
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4.5
(285)
Located on the 32nd floor of the Shard, with panoramic views across the London skyline, Rainer Becker’s Oblix offers a contemporary, sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience. Stir the senses as you enter the main dining room through the excitement of the kitchen; or head to the bar and relax while you dine in the ambience and energy of the lounge. The wood fired oven, charcoal grill and spit roast are the heart and soul of the Oblix kitchen.
Thank you for choosing to dine with us at Oblix WEST.
- Your reservation is subject to a 2-hour return time.
Menus may vary according to date, time, please check menus prior to booking.
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The Florence
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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British
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4.5
(498)
A grand old dame of a pub in the centre of Herne Hill and opposite Brockwell Park. In the front, we are large, light and airy around our central island bar. Out the back, we have our large decked garden, with some shade. To eat, we serve traditional pub food with a modern approach. We go for product quality over marketing for our draught and bottled beer collection and have a range of rotating ales. Dog friendly, date-night friendly, spot of food and then drinks for a celebration friendly, bring your folks for lunch when they are visiting friendly. You get the idea - we are quite friendly.
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Canada Water Cafe
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(601)
We are a friendly neighbourhood restaurant and cafe open 7 days a week, from early in the morning until dinner. We serve breakfast & brunch as well as an Italian lunch and dinner menu. Our pizza dough, most of our pasta and our delicious dolci are freshly made in-house.
We are located right outside Canada Water Station in London SE16.
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Market Brasserie - InterContinental London – The O2
Price: Expensive
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British
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4.3
(523)
The lively Market Brasserie boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and an open plan kitchen with fresh bread and pastries made daily, impressive displays of British cured meats and sides of smoked salmon. During dinner, guests can choose from a selection of regionally sourced meat and fish from the British Isles and enjoy it against the stunning backdrop of Canary Wharf and the River Thames.
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Aqua - Bromley
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Mediterranean
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4.6
(1,926)
Following the success of Aqua Meze Bar & Grill in buzzing South Croydon and Galu Mediterranean Bar & Grill of leafy Nork in Banstead, Surrey. Founder Chef Dasos Charalambous has returned his culinary expertise to his routes on Bromley’s East Street to present Aqua bar & Grill at the former Hollywood bowl site.
Dasos has worked in some of London’s finest hotels but seized the chance to head Galu and open Aqua Meze bar & Grill. His two decades of expertise and Greek heritage will bring you a unique contemporary fusion of Greek, Italian and modern Mediterranean dishes.
Our gorgeous, fully renovated premises offer a warm relaxed atmosphere where you’ll be able to have a west end dining experience at the convenience of our locality. Our attentive and welcoming team of staff will ensure your experience at Aqua will want to be repeated.
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Indian Gourmet
Price: Expensive
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Indian
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4.7
(538)
Indian Gourmet is located in the London Bridge, just a stones throw away from the busy hustle and bustle of the historic Borough Market. It offers freshly cooked authentic home-style appetising, wholesome and real Indian food from different parts of India and Indian Sub-continent. The Sub-continent stretches from The Himalayas to the Indian Ocean, from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. In addition, the menu consists of popular Indian street food and regional delicacies.
At Indian Gourmet, you can make a great start of the gastronomic tour of India without having to leave the table.
The interior is influenced by Indian rural homes - rustic look with muddy and woody effect, still minimalist and modern.

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  • Gillian
    London •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great meal at the Garrison. Good advice on the wine, they tweaked meal for me and when the food came it was all delicious. Great ambience - buzzy but not loud - friendly service - excellent place for a delicious and relaxing meal.
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    The GarrisonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Bermondsey
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    4.6
  • Chris
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Booked early. Arrived early. Got a window seat. Staff were very nice. Food was excellent. View amazing. Great experience! A little pricey but understandable given the view, location etc…
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    GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, LondonPrice: Very Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• London Bridge
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    4.4
  • Dave
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 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
  • Jack
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Everything was great. The comte frites and the bread were amazing at the start - the butter was to die for. The beef starter was superb and tender and the tomato starter was equally as good. We then shared the monkfish and the gnocchi which were both 10/10. The sauce on both was outrageous. Would like to come back Not overly priced
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    LevanPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Peckham
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    4.6
  • George
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 3 Dec 2024
    A quiet, beautifully hidden space in the heart of Peckham. The menu is minimal and well-executed, and Francesco was a brilliant host. Furthermore, the tiramisu is the best I’ve had in London. We will definitely be coming back:)
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    Oi SpaghettiPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Peckham
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    5

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The best reviewed restaurant in South East London is Oi Spaghetti

The best vegan restaurants in South East London are Swan London, Utter Waffle Herne Hill and TĪNG Restaurant and Lounge, Shangri-La The Shard, London

The best vegetarian restaurants in South East London are Swan London, Afternoon Tea at Roast and GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

The restaurants with the best service in South East London are The Aycorn Shoppe, Magazzino and Sripur

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