The Best Restaurants in Croydon

A charming Italian restaurant and wine bar in Croydon, Basil & Grape is a perfect place for a date night, group dinner or birthday. Head on over and you'll find a restaurant with a laid-back feel, ample menu of authentic cuisine and some of the best Italian wine in South London. 

Serving cocktails by day and breakfast by night, The Breakfast Club Croydon is a top choice for boozy brunches with a quirky twist. Nestled in Boxpark, this unique haunt totes 70s-inspired decor that perfectly matches the menu of stacked pancakes, Full English brekkies and hearty sarnies. 

Located in the heart of Croydon, Smoothbean! is a gorgeous independent spot. Starting out as a coffee shop, the gorgeous venue now also serves cocktails, Mediterranean-inspired small plates and a selection of brunch classics - perfect for a slow Sunday.

Housed in an old Sainsbury's building, The Store is a charming all-day restaurant that's oozing with character. Whether you're coming in for a hearty brunch or one of their seasonal plates from the a la carte menu, a perfect meal here is rounded off by exploring the 100+ craft spirit selection.

You can always rely on the Slug and Lettuce for an affordable dinner made up of delicious dishes and classic cocktails. With its regular food and drink deals, including burger and a drink for £7 and 2-for-1 G&Ts every Thursday, this place will save you pennies but not scrimp on experience. 

Got a hankering for classic pub grub? Turn your gaze to The Spread Eagle. One of Croydon's best boozers, this place specialises in homemade pies with unique twist, such as mutton with ginger and apricot or spicy chicken madras, alongside other traditional British dishes. 

Having gained notoriety for hosting some of the city's most exciting foodies, Boxpark brought over 30 new places to eat in Croydon when it launched in 2016. From devilishly decadent MEATliquor burgers to pizza and arancine from Arancina, there's plenty of drool-inducing plates to try.