Restaurants in the City of London

Located 36 floors above ground level, Darwin Brasserie is a shining light at the iconic Sky Garden. Expect stunning vista views paired with indulgent dishes and a great selection of drinks. This is one unique dining experience.

One of the best new restaurants in the City, this gorgeous eatery just a short walk from both The Barbican and St. Paul's, offers a delicious selection of small and large plates with a focus on low-waste dishes and carefully-sourced ingredients.

A cool, casual hangout with plenty of strings to its bow, Abbey is a restaurant serving classic gastro foods in the centre of the city. The kitchen team promise a refreshed menu with seasonal specials and a few new inventions, it's open for lunch, dinner and casual drinks with nibbles and transforms into a happening bar in the evenings.

Be transported from the streets of the City to the heart of Hanoi with a visit to HộP Vietnamese. Here, you'll find authentic dishes with mouthwatering ingredients, vibrant interiors and a cracking happy hour, making for a unique after-work dining experience. 

This popular gastro-pub is located right on the bank of the River Thames and offers some unbeatable views of London. Decked out with wooden flooring throughout and a variety of cosy seating options this is a wonderful place to come in the evening and see the Thames all lit up, or even soaking up the sun in the summer. Wonderful waterside drinks, plenty of sharing dishes and homely British food, The Oyster Shed is a first choice for many restaurant goers.

From trout tataki and lobster tempura through to wagyu sandos and tasty small plates, Vintry Izakaya is bringing you Asian food with a twist. Wash it all down with yuzu cocktails, sake and wine in barrels.

With a range of cider belly pork, racks of ribs, burgers and grilled steaks cooked to perfection, there's one hell of a feast to be had at Forge. A polished crowd of City-types are at the tables, chowing down on hand-picked meats cooked via the open plan kitchen. There's a catalogue of beers, wines, champagnes and spirits to team with your dinner too, and a bit of singing and dancing in store later if you fancy it.

Nestled in the heart of St Paul's, sophisticated all-day dining spot Bread Street Kitchen is the place to go if you're looking to impress. With high ceilings, yellow banquet seating, chequered flooring and golden age glamour, this Gordon Ramsay restaurant also serves all the classics from it's European menu.

With award-winning steak and a traditional pizza oven should be enough reason to visit this cool New York style city restaurant. But the extra touches of an extensive wine list – including some from the renowned Rothschild estate – wonderful craft beers, cocktails and the speciality coffee makes the whole experience worth the trip.

Looking for a great place to eat in the City? Head to this chilled out spot where you'll find everything from a la carte dishes to bar snacks and charcuterie. Whether it's after-work drinks or a date night that you're after, Galvin HOP can cater to you.

Just, look at those prawns. Using innovative techniques and nothing but the freshest in seasonal ingredients, the Cinnamon Kitchen is an obvious favourite when it comes to restaurants in the city of London. Make yourself at home in a super stylish city location and let head chef Vivek Singh tantalise those tastebuds, these guys have won multiple awards and it's pretty easy to see why.

If you're grabbing a meal after work, then Bierschenke is a great option. Not only does it ooze a fun-loving German feel, but it serves up some pretty mouthwatering authentic eats and expertly-brewed bier. Settle into a long table and prepare for a meal with extra oompah. 

It's owned by the world's fastest man, Usain Bolt's Tracks & Records has set up shop in the City. Offering a menu of authentic Jamaican eats alongside a selection of over 150 rums, the restaurant promises a unique experience for all to enjoy. 

Inspired by izakaya restaurants Beer a & Buns is mixing up Japanese flavours with British craft lagers. Filled with games and graffiti art, this trendy spot is perfect for a quick bite to eat.

With its slick, contemporary feel, Harry's Bar is a firm favourite in the City for after work food and dinner. Promising a menu of modern European dining, the restaurant and bar in Bank always as a buzzing atmosphere as well as a cracking selection of expertly-crafted cocktails to choose from. 

A botanically inspired bar with unmatched cocktails, The Folly is a unique spot with many hidden private areas to host parties. The menu is made up of feel-good comfort foods like steak, hand beer-battered haddock and Peking duck flatbread. With colourwheel to help you choose your ideal cocktail, you can now pick a perfectly matched drink for your palate. For a real surprise try the Goldfish in a Bag , served with little bird gin, manderin vodka, rhubarb bitters, 'fish' tonic and edible lily pads.

An all-day bar and restaurant with an anything goes attitude, whether you want to wake up with a coffee or a delicious skinny cocktail, that's your choice. The modern design is light, yet the place retains a comfortable calming vibe. Luckily, the food here is as good as the decor, with moreish nibbles to share leading up to an a la carte menu of mainly British influence, including a malaysian vegetable curry and chargrilled London pork sausages with mashed potatoes and red onion gravy.

If you're looking for places to eat in the City, ditch your same old choice and head to Watling Street where this sprawling space is bringing you mouthwatering food, stunning wines and an innovative cocktail menu with beautiful interiors to boot.

Located with the Cannon Green building, this bright and spacious City restaurant offers the perfect setting for any business lunch or post-work dinner. Boasting hearty and wholesome plates and a great range of cocktails, its got atmosphere and style by the bucket.

Boasting slices to die for and some stunning signature cocktails, this cool and quirky pizza joint near Liverpool Street offers some of the most mouthwatering eats in the City.

Specialising in Spanish-style tapas and sumptuous wines, El Vino brings a taste of Spain to the City. Whether you book a table at Fleet Street, London Bridge, or another stunning location, you can expect a cracking selection of tapas-style sharing plates and wine.

This family-run restaurant is inspired by the original Nathong restaurant in Bangkok back in 1984, delivering the exotic taste of Thai delicacies to the heart of London from a modern, friendly restaurant.

In need of a delicious lunch-time fix? Pho is an excellent choice for their daily lunch specials and extensive menu of Vietnamese delicacies. Whether you're craving an aromatic curry, their signature noodle soup, a healthy salad or hearty rice bowl, they're sure to cater to your needs. 

Aviary is a rooftop bar and restaurant in Finsbury Square offering visitors everything from a refreshing cocktail on their stylishly designed rooftop terrace or a hearty meal in the swanky restaurant. The work of the ETM group, expect excellent design, a lively atmosphere and special quirks at this sleek venue.

Falling somewhere between your parents basement that you've turned into a chill out layer and an actual bar, Core is quite the cool place for dinner in London that's an alternative style to the usual city swank you find around Bank. Set in a dark and cosy feeling basement space, Core fits the bill for both a social hangout and somewhere to grab some classic pub style gastronomy. 

The Gable is a buzzing city pub with a quirky decor throughout and is an ideal spot to grab a bite to eat before going out partying or enjoying a long lunch. A traditionally British menu leaves plenty of options for meat eaters, with slow roasted pork belly and black pudding, as well as vegetarians, with the feta and Mediterranean salad and many more options.

Underneath an icon of the London skyline, the Gherkin, is a stylish, modern restaurant with an expansive terrace. The Sterling is a welcome home to English culinary influence, made with local, seasonal produce. From monkfish and rack of lamb to a 28 day aged rib-eye, the food is both substantial and wholesome.

Headed by acclaimed chef Neil Rankin, temper City is a luxurious eatery in the City, serving fresh cuts of meat cooked over an open flame. Whether you fancy feasting on bottomless brunch platters or chomping away on prime rib-eyes, there's something to cater to any meat-lover.

It may come across as quite the humble pub, but The Punch Tavern is actually a top place to eat and drink near Liverpool Station. From their seasonal produce down to their British stance, enjoy gastro inspired dining at its finest.

If you're looking for somewhere to eat in the City, this wine bar is a perfect pick for after-work dining and weekend drinking... or vice versa! Expect carefully selected wines from around the world and a Spanish-inspired food menu.

Serving a variety of modern and innovative Indian Cuisine, Mint Leaf Lounge and Restaurant blends traditional flavours of India with an ethnic edge. This is a fantastic place to experience classy dining right next to the famous Bank of England in the City of London. For an exclusive dining treat, check out the chef's table; a private area for up to four where you are treated to a truly unique tasting menu accompanied by gorgeous wines paired to match each dish perfectly.

Looking for a bite to eat around Liverpool Street? Nip down to Corney and Barrow in Old Broad Street and wrap your chops anything from their mouthwatering contemporary menu - everything here is made up from fresh, seasonal, locally-source ingredients! Mix and match mains with small dishes for a contemporary blend of flavours. Sriracha & honey marinated chicken wings with a 100% Caterbridge beef burger? Don't mind if we do!

From the same people as Aviary and the Jugged Hare, Broadleaf combines fine dining with fun and craft beer. Head to the City restaurant for a night of British-sourced plates, shuffleboard, sports games on the big screens and freshly tanked beer.

With a Shuffleboard, brewery onsite and heaps of delicious sharing plates, Burdock is an excellent choice for dinner in the City of London. Located on Finsbury Square, the modern and stylish venue has a seasonal menu that serves goodies such as lobster, pork belly and boozy milkshakes.

Kenza means 'treasure' in Arabic, and we'd say that's a pretty fair reflection of this rich and refined eatery. An ideal option if you're looking for a night of luxury, relax into a venue featuring satin cushions and fountains that brim with roses, with sumptuous Lebanese dishes enjoyed on the side of belly dancing entertainment until dawn.

In need of an impressive restaurant in the City? Make your way to Iberica, where this Farringdon outpost is situated just seconds from the station. Tuck into sumptuous Spanish dishes and Mediterranean wines in stunning surroundings.

Just a moment from Liverpool Street Station is Rake's Café Bar, where you'll be treated to a luxurious experience with a friendly edge, filled with cocktails and bubbles. Perfect for after work drinks or date night, you can also share a selection of light bites, sharing platters or wine bottles.

If you love your grilled meat, check out Brigadiers, an Indian BBQ restaurant and sports bar just a stone's throw from Bank station. Swing by after work or for a client meeting and dine on tandoori lamb chops, before having a crack at a game of pool with the self-serve whiskey machine to hand. 

Nestled in Clerkenwell's Exmouth Market, Coin Laundry can be found hustling and bustling with a variety of guests. The Farringdon area saloon mixes up great original cocktails and serves us equally original gourmet grub in its retro/old school decorated restaurant. More Cauliflower Cheese and another round of Grasshoppers please!

Looking out onto New Street Square with all its greenery, Corney and Barrow is a fantastic venue to grab a spot of lunch in the city. Plonk yourself down at a table and have a scan through their classic-yet-simple British menu. And while you're there, you may as well treat yourself to a glass of wine from their affordable yet quality selection!

Perched almost exactly between Liverpool Street and Bank, Balls Brothers Austin Friars offers a serene escape from the city. Truly a place for those who appreciate the finer things in life, Balls Brothers Austin Friars offers a versatile and exciting menu that changes on a daily basis. Position yourself close to the open kitchen to get the full theatre of the experience; this place is a welcoming joint whether you're dropping in for a business lunch, informal gathering or dining out with your mates.

Housed on the ground floor of one of the city's most notable skyscrapers, The Drift offers a sanctuary of calm in which to gather your thoughts after a long day. Filled with quirky collectibles and snug alcoves, it's open from breakfast through to dinner and drinks, serving seasonal delights perfectly offset by quirky cocktails and a wide choice of wines.