A Foodie's Guide to London: Must-Try Restaurants and Street Eats

Welcome! to A Foodie's Guide to London"! London is full of life and has a great variety of dishes that satisfy every taste. In this guide, we will embark on a culinary trip through the diverse restaurants, street food vendors, markets, and hidden gems of London.  Join us as we discover the best cafes, find hidden favorites, and immerse ourselves in the fusion of cultures that make a trip to London a dream destination for food lovers.

Manteca

The restaurant practices nose-to-tail eating to put you on a sustainable and green diet. On top of the aim of sustainability, the chef also prepared a menu of new dishes like crispy pig's head with pickled apple. Manteca also boasts a large pasta menu with some delicious and creative sauces and toppings. The price is also quite reasonable, especially for a location.

Address: 49-51 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3PT

Core

The core is a restaurant run by famous chef Clare Smyth. It is a three-Michelin-starred place in Notting Hill, London's West End. Clare Smyth is very young, but she has already apprenticed under the superb tuition of Gordon Ramsay. In addition, she organized food for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding and was awarded the title of the World’s Best Female Chef by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. 

Address: 92 Kensington Park Road

Bubala

It is a popular spot that caters to Middle Eastern cuisine aficionados. The business started as a pop-up restaurant. Bubala became famous because it also served vibrant food and culture and demonstrated a love for great service. This restaurant over at Spitalfields reinterprets classic cuisine from the Levant region with a contemporary twist. The cuisine at Bubala is vegetable-based. It makes it lively and exciting in every way. This is the best option for vegetarians so don't forget to add this to your London tour package.

Address: 65 Commercial St, London E1 6BD

Follow St. James

It is an award-winning Michelin-starred restaurant located in St. James's, London. Sustainability and ethicality are the cornerstones of Fallow's menu. Their dishes are born from the chefs' travels and adventures. Dishes are always out of the box with exploding flavors like Venison tartare or fine dishes with an English touch elevated to a “fine-dining” level, like Cornish Mackerel. The restaurant’s decor is modern and minimalist. It also features a stylish and cozy environment at the same time. 

Address: 52 Haymarket, St. James's, London SW1Y 4RP

Tongue and Cheek

'Tongue 'n Cheek is the nomadic food master. It is a darling among food lovers for providing out-of-the-box bold options. Some love the 'Belly Connection' (with the 24-hour-cooked pork belly) and many other ingredients, and we cannot disagree! But, people's favorite is the riff with candied bacon and cheddar.

Address: Camden Market

Mother Flipper

Mother Flipper's specialty is using its patties, They are all in the medium state, to grill as balls and then press them down with a spatula to provide them with a flame-grilled crust. Some come topped with vast wedges of avocado; others drip oozy Swiss cheese. But, they are not tiny or huge. On top of the mountain is the renowned Dirty Barbie double-header. It also has Korean-fried wings and a flipper on its menu. Make sure to add this location to your London trip package.

Address: Brockley Market.

Willy's Pies

He made pies during lockdown; ever since his name has become famous in London among food lovers. Get rich, juicy, regal pies at Willy's stand in London Fields and from several good delis around town. However, if you need one hot and you need one now, then the pie hatch at Netill Market is a good place to go.

Address: Netil Market

Ozone Coffee

It is another hipster coffee shop in Shoreditch. It is also known for good espresso, which is ozone. It has even been around for more than 20 years. It is still one of the oldest brands of coffee specialists. The modern, minimalist, industrial-style two-story café has many seats in a bright space. At the basement level, you can observe the dynamics of the roasting process by yourself. The aroma spreads all over the café. It is showing its sacred character.

Address: Shoreditch

Lantana Cafe

Modeling it as a rustic Australian cafe, Lantana Cafe offers healthy food made in a candid but delicious way. If you enjoyed bottomless brunch choices, we will provide both alcoholic and alcohol-free choices for you. You can choose between coffee, ice-blended drinks, and cold-pressed oil. In these places, hours are blurred because you savor food and drink and enjoy the conversation.

Address: Fitzrovia

The Breakfast Club

This emblematic local eatery triggers the memory of the past with its retro look. Whether it's diner-style decor or quirky mismatched furniture, the 1970s style at The Breakfast Club is very playful, comfortable, and homey. The food is a simple American breakfast with many habits. Signature entrées range from huevos rancheros to fried chicken and waffles. It has all the regular ingredients. Moreover, it will become your best breakfast point during your trip to London.

Address: Soho

Therefore, these are the amazing places to have food during your trip to London. While booking your London vacation packages with Nitsa Holidays make sure to add them to your list. You will experience delicious food.