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575 Restaurants near Clerkenwell London

We found 575 restaurants within 1 miles 1 miles of Clerkenwell London

Originally taking its name from the Clerks’ Well in Farringdon Lane, this south-western part of Islington benefited greatly from the industrial revolution and quickly became a hub for distilleries, pubs and breweries. These hospitality roots have remained strong and Clerkenwell is now a thriving hub for pubs, restaurants and cafes. Whether you are looking for a Michelin-starred meal or a casual bite, Clerkenwell is home to some of the city’s best restaurants and a sprinkling of hidden gems that are just waiting to be discovered. If you are looking to book your next restaurant in Clerkenwell then use our directory to help you find the perfect spot, our filters allow you to narrow your search by price, cuisine and ambience.

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Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
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Keystone Crescent

Keystone Crescent

King's Cross, N1 9DT
0.7 miles
Bars
An unmarked grey door with a digi-code entry pad in a King’s Cross backstreet marks the spot. To proceed further, you’ll first have to negotiate ... Find out more
Addis

Addis

London, N1 9DT
0.7 miles
EthiopianUnder £30
Unlike other restaurants, Addis is a unique Ethiopian restaurant in the heart of London. At Addis Restaurant our objective is to make our customers hap ... Find out more
Afghan Kitchen

Afghan Kitchen

London, N1 8DU
0.7 miles
AfghanHalalUnder £30
What we think
"A calm oasis at the edge of Islington Green, this tiny, tidy restaurant (two tables downstairs & three on the first floor) is decked out with pale ..." Read our full review
Palm Court at Kimpton Fitzroy London

Palm Court at Kimpton Fitzroy London

Bloomsbury, WC1B 5BE
0.8 miles
Afternoon tea
This light-filled space at Bloomsbury hotel Kimpton Fitzroy London boasts an outdoor terrace at one end and an indoor ‘garden’ at the other. Sha ... Find out more
Cafe Kick

Cafe Kick

London, EC1R 4QL
0.1 miles
Bronze Bars
What we think
"“An Exmouth Market classic”, Café Kick is a world away from all those sports bar clichés – think lads in designer knock ..." Read our full review
Fortitude Bakehouse

Fortitude Bakehouse

Bloomsbury, WC1N 1JD
0.7 miles
Under £30
Hidden away down a picturesque cobblestone mews next to Russell Square tube, Fortitude Bakehouse has gone viral for its luxurious beignets, and with good re ... Find out more
Viet Garden

Viet Garden

Islington, N1 1LX
0.9 miles
Under £30Vietnamese
What we think
"Stop by this family-run restaurant for lunch & you can snap up bun xa (steamed vermicelli noodles with chicken & lemongrass on a bed of salads) ..." Read our full review
Zaffrani

Zaffrani

Islington, N1 2BB
0.9 miles
IndianUnder £30Vegetarian
Founded in 2006, Zaffrani is a family-run restaurant that brings authentic Indian cooking to the heart of Islington. This cosy corner spot is perfect for in ... Find out more
Café Rouge - St Pauls

Café Rouge - St Pauls

City of London, EC4M 8AY
1.0 miles
£50 - £79French
With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since i ... Find out more
Spaghetti House Sicilian Avenue

Spaghetti House Sicilian Avenue

London, WC1A 2QD
0.8 miles
Hidden away in London’s Bloomsbury, get a taste of Italy at this Spaghetti House. With Al-fresco seating perfect for a sunny day in the city, and cosy ... Find out more
Vinoteca King's Cross

Vinoteca King's Cross

King's Cross, N1C 4AG
0.9 miles
£30 - £49BritishWine Bars
Sip a pre-prandial sherry while you survey the convex bar, bulging forth to welcome you in from King’s Cross – the fifth outpost from wine wonde ... Find out more
Luca

Luca

Farringdon, EC1M 4EH
0.4 miles
Gold ItalianOver £80
What we think
"It’s a universal truth: carbs are crowd-pleasers, so hiding behind pizza and pasta is easy if you’re an Italian restaurant looking to quick ..." Read our full review
The Tamil Crown

The Tamil Crown

Islington, N1 8DE
0.5 miles
£30 - £49Indian
What we think
"The Tamil Prince team are back with a second gastropub – perhaps no surprise given the phenomenal success of the original. Slightly isolated from ..." Read our full review
Smiths of Smithfield

Smiths of Smithfield

Farringdon, EC1M 6HJ
0.5 miles
Bronze £30 - £49Modern EuropeanSteak
What we think
"Where better to have a steakhouse than in London’s ancient Smithfield market? The huge industrial space, with casual dining at entry level become ..." Read our full review
Department of Coffee & Social Affairs

Department of Coffee & Social Affairs

London, EC1N 7SU
0.5 miles
Under £30
What we think
" It may be stuck with a kooky and rather ponderous bureaucratic moniker, but black-fronted DCSA is essentially a new-breed coffee shop set up by a co ..." Read our full review
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A popular area for creative businesses, smart apartment blocks and independent shops, Clerkenwell is an area of London that is filled with perfect places to eat. If it’s food on-the-go you are searching for then Leather Lane Market - with its stalls of street food - will be the ideal spot for you. Exmouth Market is the place where you will find the ideal quaint cafe - dotted along the car-free street amongst quirky independent shops, as well as a twice-weekly food market. Those looking for fine dining experiences in Clerkenwell will be excited to discover both Michelin-star and fine dining restaurants also have a home in the area. Along with plenty of great quality pubs offering traditional menus and locally brewed ales. Explore our directory of the best places to eat in Clerkenwell.