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Food and drink in London

Popular things to do

Afternoon tea bus with panoramic tour

Delight in indulgent afternoon tea and spot famous London landmarks.

Borough Market Food Tour

Discover the best worldwide cuisine on a tasty guided food tour.

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Thames dinner cruises

Admire London landmarks from the water and savour delicious dishes.

New Year's Eve tours

Pair the NYE fireworks with a decadent meal on a river Thames cruise.

Let your stomach lead you to delicious restaurants in London or enjoy cocktails and drinks at pubs and top bars in London. The variety of the best places to eat and drink in London is mind blowing – sit down to Michelin-starred dining, tuck into street food or hang out at outdoor restaurants.

London food and drink inspiration

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Themed afternoon teas

Tuck into a fresh take on the traditional afternoon tea with special themed treats.

Views over the City of London from Duck & Waffle.

Restaurants with a view

Savour delicious cuisine with a side of stunning panoramic views.

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Quirky restaurants

Unique places to dine, from Michelin-starred eateries to a prison restaurant.

Chinese restaurants

Find top Chinese eateries to visit, from Chinatown to Michelin-starred hangouts.

Our best picks

A family of four observe Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament from a cruise on the Thames.

Thames lunch cruises

Enjoy lunch on the Thames and spot London’s famous landmarks.

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Afternoon tea cruise on the Thames

Cruise along the Thames with a delightful afternoon tea.

Bustronome

Tour the capital on a luxury glass-roofed bus and tuck into delicious British dishes.

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London food tours

Indulge in the very best cuisine on guided food tours around the city.

Brick Lane Indian Food Tour

Tuck into curries, snacks and authentic sweets at diverse eateries.

Best brunches in London

Check out top brunch spots serving pancakes, brunch burgers and more.

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Afternoon tea in London

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Best traditional afternoon tea

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Cheap afternoon tea

A close-up view of colourful cakes, including one shaped like a planet with rings, sitting on the top tier of a cake stand.

Vegan afternoon tea

Best food and drink in London

Restaurants

Maltby Street Market. Image: Michael Heffernan.

Food hubs

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Desserts and sweet treats

Spring food and drink ideas

Unique dining experiences

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Best pre-theatre dining

Rooftop bars

Fancy restaurants in London

Romantic restaurants

Celebrity hotspots

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Michelin restaurants in London

Themed restaurants in London

Sketch: The Gallery

Bob Bob Ricard

Inamo Covent Garden

Cheap places to eat in London

Cheap restaurants

A vegan burger in a bun at Broadway Vegan Market.

Street food

People shop for fresh fish at Borough Market in London.

Food markets

Top bars in London

The 1920s Chicago-inspired bar, complete with red velvet bar stools and retro lampshades, at Barts in London.

Quirky bars

Cocktail bars

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LGBTQ+ bars

What food and drink is London most famous for?

When it comes to the London food and drink scene many popular traditional dishes will probably come to mind. From fish and chips to a roast dinner, full English breakfast to pie and mash, London has an incredible amount of deliciously mouthwatering options to try. Don’t forget to try a classic dessert in London; most notably the sticky toffee pudding served with custard or ice cream.

Make sure to save time to satisfy another classic London foodie tradition: afternoon tea. Enjoy a variety of savoury and sweet treats, served with a selection of teas, and you can even upgrade your experience with champagne.