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A photo of LOBOS Meat & Tapas - Borough restaurant
1. LOBOS Meat & Tapas - Borough
4.5
Awesome(2566)
$$$$
• Spanish • London Bridge
Booked 21 times today
Lobos is an exciting new tapas bar also focused on prime cuts of Spanish and British meat. Meaning wolvesin Spanish, Lobos offers a short, sharp list of vibrantly authentic, traditional tapas with ingredients sourced locally, evolving seasonally and therefore dishes that will change frequently depending on what is available from the market. Lobos is a real carnivore’s paradise, think perfectly roasted Iberico pork, slow cooked shoulders of lamb and lightly charred, rosy pink bone in rib-eye to share, all presented simply and cooked to perfection, allowing the pristine quality of the offering to shine through. Please note that any reservations not confirmed with the restaurant may be subject to cancellation 24 hours before booking time.
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2. Gordon Ramsay Street Burger — The O2
3.9
Excellent(211)
$$$$
• Burgers • Greenwich
Booked 6 times today
Located inside The O2, Street Burger is the ultimate stop for bold burgers, loaded fries, and over-the-top shakes before or after a show.With a fun, high-energy vibe and graffiti-style interiors, it's perfect for pre-gig meals, quick bites, or casual catch-ups in the heart of London’s biggest entertainment venue.
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3. Upstairs
4.9
Exceptional(588)
$$$$
• Modern European • Clapham
Booked 14 times today
Almost three years on from its culinary christening, Upstairs has sparked a reputation for casual dining in its finest form. A self-contained dining space, Upstairs offers guests a selection of small plates from our daily-changing menu, all of which are cooked to order from an open island kitchen and designed to share.As well as being available for reservations and exclusive hires, Upstairs proudly plays host to a variety of exciting events and special evenings for our guests to enjoy; from expertly-led wine masterclasses to convivial Sunday lunches.Our aim has always been to offer our guests the opportunity to get closer to the cooking process than ever before, and with the unfaltering passion and dedication of our team, a recently (and very proudly) received Bib Gourmand Award, and the continued support of our wonderful guests, we truly see nowhere to go but up.
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4. Lahpet Larder Bermondsey
4.7
Exceptional(87)
$$$$
• Burmese • Bermondsey
Booked 14 times today
Lahpet is one of London’s only restaurants to specialise in authentic Burmese cooking. Aiming to shine a light on this relatively untapped cuisine, Lahpet has been popularising the flavours of Myanmar by presenting its guests with regional specialities and Burmese staple dishes with a hint of refinement and contemporary flair. Founders, Dan & head chef Zaw, both have Burmese heritage and are the driving forces behind the concept which was cultivated and received critical acclaim at its hackney warehouse site during 2017. Lahpet’s first permanent site opened in Shoreditch in 2018 and was followed by a second in London’s West End in 2022; its most recent site, Lahpet Larder, opened in Bermondsey in 2024.
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5. Hausu
4.7
Exceptional(179)
$$$$
• International • Peckham
Hausu is a restaurant and bar in the heart of Peckham, bringing an appreciation for taste and sound together with the creative spirit of South East London.We serve our own brand of flavours against the backdrop of a vintage hi-fidelity sound system, with the belief that music and food can bring people together. Please note: bookings after 10pm are for drinks only
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6. Good as Gold
4.9
Exceptional(16)
$$$$
• Contemporary British • New Cross
Booked 5 times today
Good as Gold is a casual, south-east London neighbourhood restaurant based in Brockley.Serving dinner on Thursday and Friday nights, from 6pm until 10:30pm, using seasonal British produce with European influence, from fresh pasta to french sauces.Vegan menu options on the night, natural wines, and cocktails.
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7. Black & Blue - Borough Market
4.4
Awesome(1837)
$$$$
• Steak • Borough
Booked 19 times today
Overlooking the historic Borough Market, Black and Blue has been a Borough mainstay since 2001. A modern British American steakhouse where you can savour delicious steaks or burgers whilstwatching the bustle of the market or sip one of our signature cocktails in the bar whilst trains rattleoverhead. Perfect for your business lunch or dinner, a more relaxed drink or meal with friends, or a funweekend or night out.  We will entertain you in either our spacious restaurant, busy bar, or privatepatio. Your private events can be hosted in our exclusive mezzanine above the bar, please contact us fordetails. We’d love to help you celebrate your special occasion.
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8. The Britannia - SMOK'D
4.7
Exceptional(33)
$$$$
• American • Borough
Booked 6 times today
Smok'd London Bridge is an independent backstreet smokehouse taking influence from BBQ all over the world. Smoking, roasting, charring and grilling: inspired by the smoked meats of great American pit masters, but cooked with a Modern British touch. Renownd for our cocktails, huge whisky collection and cozy vibe.Smok’d can also be found in Battersea at The Candlemaker Smok’d and Kingston upon Thames at The Grey Horse Smok’d.
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9. Fiume by Sartoria
3.7
Very Good(833)
$$$$
• Italian • Battersea
Booked 25 times today
With unrivalled views of the Thames and a large Mediterranean piazza-style terrace to enjoy them from, Fiume is the perfect setting for tucking into rustic southern Italian recipes and aperitivos. Inspired by the traditional food of The Amalfi Coast, the restaurant serves wholesome, hearty recipes made with fresh, vibrant ingredients from the Med.
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10. Ciullõsteria
4.9
Exceptional(1275)
$$$$
• Italian • Balham
Booked 4 times today
The bustling café society vibe of London’s Balham High Road is the perfect setting for relaxed Italian restaurant Ciullõsteria. Friendly and laid back, the Ciullõsteria is inspired by the sun-infused food and chilled out nature of Southern Italy. The Calcagno family, owners of Ciullõsteria, has more than twenty years of experience in the Italian restaurant business, experience that is applied in every last aspect of the Osteria’s running – from the simple, comfortable and unpretentious design of the dining room to the always efficient yet unfailingly friendly service from staff who welcome guests as if they were old friends. But of course at Ciullõsteria it’s really the food that is the main focus. All traditional and completely authentic, Ciullõsteria provides home style Italian cookery ranging from hand made pasta to fresh, crisp twelve inch pizzas, all served with quality wines from the country’s best and most well known vineyards.

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