Best restaurants in the O2 arena

Jimmy’s buffet restaurant has all the buzz to hype you up before the big show. Expect international cuisines including Indian, Mexican, British, Chinese, and Italian. To top it off, there’s a reasonably priced drinks menu featuring cocktails, beers and spirits.

Trapdoor conjures the urban cool of New York and The Bronx, with vibrant artwork and graffiti murals dotted around the room and an easy going all-day menu that ranges from breakfast and brunch to steak, rotisserie chicken, burgers and more.

In need of a mid-concert energy booster? Then one - or three - of the 50 different flavours of ice cream at Snowflake Gelato will fit the bill. The options at Snowflake are endless and include a separate waffle and crepe menu.

Serving a wonderfully diverse menu of different Thai classics, there’s something for everyone on Busaba’s menu from grilled tamarind duck breast to a signature Thai green curry, plus a separate ‘bowls’ menu available if you’re looking for a quick pre-show lunch.

TOCA Social offers a uniquely interactive football tilted dining experience with immersive target practice-style games and a match day menu complete with baby back ribs, Nashville fried chicken, burgers and seven - yes, seven - types of cheese mac 'n' cheese.

Afrikana serves up a vibrant menu of traditional African recipes with a contemporary tilt. There’s plenty of choice on the menu including slow cooked curry goat, traditional bunny chow, jerk chicken, burgers and a range of vegetarian options.

From a satay chicken burger to a truffle and camembert beef burger, there’ll be something to tempt you at GBK. There’s Prosecco on the menu and plenty of vegan and vegetarian options here too, making it a great crowd-pleaser.

For a quick and filling dinner at the O2, Five Guys is a great option. This is the king of big, comforting no-frills burgers. Don't skip the milkshakes; you can add as many Reese's peanut butter cups and other toppings as you like.

If you’re in need of a touch of flashiness, a very good steak, and a stylish cocktail then look no further. Gaucho is set over three floors with a bar lounge, a basement wine-tasting space and a balcony dining room.

Cabana is all about Rio street food. Serving wraps, small bites, and steaks cooked on the churrasco grill, and plenty more, the food at Cabana is all packed full of flavour and fun. Plus, there’s a great value happy hour offering.

Scarlet Rasoi is a refreshing change from the many chain restaurants at the O2. The swanky modern dining room is a great place to enjoy its authentic range of Indian dishes. With plates from both the wok and grill, the menu here includes dishes such as grilled lemongrass lamb chops and gunpowder paneer.

Like the man himself, Gordon’s burger menus get straight to the point - choose from eight different burgers all accompanied by seasoned fries and a soft drink. Looking to amp things up? Upgrade to Wagyu beef, and finish with bottomless ice cream.

Serving up highly affordable noodle dishes, Marugame is taking the UK by storm with an expansive menu including chicken katsu, pork tonkotsu, plus a diverse selection of vegan dishes to pair with a pre-gig sparkling yuzu sake, or Asahi beer.

The Observatory has all the cosy decor and draught beers of a traditional pub experience right in the heart of the O2. The food menu includes a classic sausage and mash, and hearty pie fillings like chicken and truffled oyster mushroom.

Serving Latin American comfort food, Las Iguanas can always put a smile on your face. From amazing nachos to wonderful wings and churros served dusted with cinnamon sugar, chocolate ganache, and dulce de leche for dipping it's a sure win.

Rodizio Rico at the O2 arena serves a one-price all-you-can-eat selection of barbecued meats. With meats including beef rib-eye and pork legs and an inventive cocktail list, you can be sure that you won’t leave this brasserie-style O2 restaurant hungry or thirsty.

Thunderbird Fried Chicken serves just the sort of food you need before a big concert; satisfying Instagrammable options including salted caramel wings and a meltdown chicken bun which comes topped with molten jalapeno and miso cheese – who can say no to that?