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With the largest borough in the city being in south London, the area is home to all different types of restaurants. From delicious middle-eastern halal food to traditional British grub, you’re spoilt for choice with options.
Some popular options include Levan, offering contemporary European plates or Zeret Kitchen, a well-renowned restaurant serving traditional Ethiopian food. So, whatever you fancy there will definitely be something available to satisfy your tastebuds.
Serving a selection of contemporary dishes, Levan located in Peckham is inspired by various cities across Europe. Open for lunch and dinner, they have an à la carte menu and 6 course chef’s menu, And for those vegetarians and vegans, you’ll be pleased to know Levan also includes plant based dishes.
If you’re not feeling too hungry, you could always check out their bar. Bar Levan is a natural wine bar that offers a range of organic and biodynamic wines from across Europe. So, no matter if you’re hungry or not, why not head down to Levan and enjoy the warm and cosy atmosphere.
If you fancy or want to try the tastes of east Africa, then Zeret Kitchen is the spot for you. Offering traditional Ethiopian food, this restaurant serves a range of meat dishes as well as several plant based options.
Not only is the food good, but the restaurant’s atmosphere is as well. Decorated with modern African art all round, Zeret Kitchen definitely offers a unique dining experience.
Located just 1.5 miles from our Marsons Place development is Padella. This modern bistro is well known for serving its range of pasta dishes, as well as a variety of wine and drinks.
All the pasta here is freshly made by hand, giving you a true taste of Italy. Padella has 9 different pasta dishes accompanied by an extensive drinks menu. To top this all off, they even have a wide range of starters to choose from as well.
And don’t worry if you can’t get to the Borough Market store, they also have a location in Shoreditch for those located further east.
Sit back and relax whilst you enjoy panoramic views of the city 14 stories up, whilst tucking into some seafood. Seabird at The Hoxton, is a rooftop restaurant that aims to take its diners on a coastal escape.
They use a range of fresh flavours from all across southern Europe, serving things like lobster paella and fresh oysters. Open from midday everyday, their extensive menu will be sure to please you.
Their unique food makes them one of the best restaurants in south London. So if you’re in Shoreditch, you definitely need to check them out!
Paladar is a “vibrant Latin American restaurant”, located just south of the river. With a 100% gluten-free menu, a cocktail bar, and outdoor seating area, it really is the perfect location for summer.
If you’re struggling to choose what you want on their daily menu, then why not take a look at their set menu or even their tasting menus. This should help you make up your mind on what dishes to go for! And for those wine lovers, Paladar offers an extensive menu, with a vast selection of different types of wine.
Remember though, reservations are required, so give them a call or book online!
It’s now time to take a trip over to Asia! Pho, located in Battersea, is known for selling some of the best noodles in south London. Their well priced but tasty Vietnamese food is a great choice for all, they even have a kids menu.
If you have any dietary requirements don’t worry, Pho has gluten free, allergen, and vegan menus. And if you don’t fancy Noodles, they also sell a selection of rice and salad dishes as well. This makes it a suitable choice for pretty much anyone!
Our next stop brings us back to traditional British food. The Castle in Tooting serves traditional pub grub. From fish & chips, to sausage rolls and roast dinners their menu is endless… They even have their own burger shack, serving burgers made from British beef with a selection of toppings and sides.
If you think their food is good, wait until you see the drinks menu. Their summer drinks packages include beer buckets and cocktail trees. Perfect for enjoying on a hot summers day in their beer garden.
So if you want to soak up some rays and indulge into some traditional British food, The Castle is the spot!
Last, but definitely not least is Mezza Me. This unique restaurant offers a taste of the middle-east, serving traditional Lebanese food. They have vegan options like hummus, lentil soup, and fattoush salads on top of meat dishes, like shawarma wraps and a mixed grill plate.
However, it doesn’t stop there Mezza Me also serves a selection of drinks. This includes fresh juices, Lebanese wines, cocktails and beer.
If you fancy a catch-up with friends or a romantic date night with your other half, you should definitely take a trip to Mezza Me.
