The Big Red
A unique restaurant in Deptford with great bites and value for money grub? It's all aboard The Big Red as this converted double decker promises a casual and easy to digest menu of pizzas, BBQ wings, burgers and more.
Best Bars and Restaurants in Deptford
Need proof that London can sustain a casual and local culture? You need only head to Deptford. Brimming with independent businesses, friendly nooks and lifelong patrons, it's got history and diversity all wrapped up. So what to eat and drink when you're headed over? From vegan burgers and unusual teapot cocktails to chilled pints, check out our recommendations for the best bars and restaurants in Deptford.
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Little Nan's Deptford Bar
Hailed as the kings and queens of kitsch in London, Little Nan's is a quirky Deptford bar found in the heart of its railway arches. From a homage to Pat Butcher to cocktails in teapots, it should be top of your list for something special to do in the area.
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Sylva
Happy Hour - Buy 2 get 1 free on cocktails, beers and house wines.
Tucked away in Folkestone Gardens near Deptford and New Cross, Sylva is a unique independent restaurant with a focus on seasonal ingredients and sustainability. Inspired by Mediterranean and Middle Eastern home cooking, every dish is made from fresh ingredients, bringing the true stars of nature to your table.
With upcycled interiors and a commitment to local partnerships, Sylva is as eco-friendly as it is delicious. Whether you're here for a casual meal or planning a special celebration, Sylva offers an unforgettable dining experience.
Gin & Beer
Resolution Way is where to head when it comes to any gin you're looking for in Deptford. Home to over 100 types of the good stuff, not only are cocktails on the menu, this venue is a dedication to all things beer, bringing you international bottles and flavours in a cool archway setting.
Buster Mantis
Buster Mantis is a Jamaican bar, cafe and creative
space that you'll find in the arches below Deptford rail station.
The venue - so named after Alexander Bustamante, the country’s
first prime minister…
