Picture the scene. You arrive at North Greenwich station and follow the hordes of people until you reach the foot of the O2 Arena. You realise that you've got hours to kill before the event kicks off but you have no idea what there is to do in this far away South East London town. Yep, we've all been there. Luckily, to make sure that you get to enjoy dinner and a show, we've pulled together a line up of all the best restaurants near the O2, London.
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Last updated on 19th June 2024
Boom Battle Bar is full of entertainment, whether that's augmented reality axe throwing, crazy golf or beer pong. And to fuel you through all that competitive action, you can tuck into treats like crispy chicken tenders, fully loaded fries and nachos, as well as classic or signature cocktails.
Escape from the crowds of Greenwich with Busaba at The O2. This vibrant Thai restaurant will transport you to the markets of Bangkok, as you feast on everything from classic red or green curries to pad Thai, grilled chicken or crispy duck with noodles.
ASK Italian is the restaurant to go to for stylish interiors, from plush booth seating to mirrored walls, not to mention a stellar selection of scrumptious eats. This is one of the best O2 food places, with a menu that includes pizza, pasta, fish, meat and a bucketload of lip-smacking desserts.
When it comes to offering quick comfort food treats and big sharing platters before a show, Slug and Lettuce is a great place to eat. The menu is full of crowd-pleasing dishes, such as hearty burgers, burritos that are fit to burst and tasty fried food platters. Plus, for anyone seeing an earlier show, the brunch menu features both classic and contemporary dishes.
Found within the O2, Trapdoor is a unique drinking and dining den where the walls are lined with skateboard decks, monochromatic photographs and graffiti. Head on over to chomp on US-style grub, including juicy steaks and rotisserie chicken.
All Bar One is a name that's renowned in Britain for offering great dinner dishes paired with ice-cold drinks. As one of the best London restaurants in the O2, the kitchen serves a range of fan favourites, including steak frites, pad thai and traditional fish and chips. Quick comfort food that leaves you smiling, what more could you want from a dinner before a show?
For something a little different, London's first indoor football bar TOCA Social is a great shout for entertainment with your meal. As well as enjoying juicy burgers and refreshing cocktails, you can have a go at the vast selection of games on offer here.
Looking for O2 restaurants open 'til late? Zizzi is dishing out delicious Italian food all day long, including their signature huge pizzas alongside pasta, risotto, calzone or meat and fish plates. As for drinks, expect fruity cocktails or spritzes and a cracking selection of wines.
For award-winning Rio street food, this great restaurant in The O2 centre is a must-visit. With delicious marinated meat-skewers, chargrilled halloumi skewers and perfectly executed rum cocktails, it's one of Greenwich's best finds.
Kick off your night with tantalising South American eats at Las Iguanas. Split a taco sharing board and a plate of nachos with your mates, or enjoy a hearty burrito all to yourself - either way pairing your meal with one of the tasty classic cocktails on offer.
