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Best restaurants in Peckham

As with many areas in London, in the past decade or so Peckham has emerged as a vibrant pocket of London - a hot spot with an ever-expanding roster of restaurants, cafes, pubs, residencies and pop-ups. With so many fantastic restaurants to choose from in this neighbourhood, picking one can be tricky. That’s why we’ve curated this handy list of the best restaurants Peckham has to offer.

Updated on 07 November 2024

Every month the list of best restaurants in Peckham seems to grow. Frequented by all types, from born-and-bred Peckhamites to young, arty folks, students and hipsters, this is an area that is alive and constantly changing. It’s home to on-trend hangout spots, including the Bussey Building, Peckham Levels, and Copeland Park, but rubbing shoulders with Instagrammable social destinations, you’ll find brilliant Peckham restaurants of all types.

Among the best restaurants Peckham has to offer, you’ll find brilliant old boozers and whole-in-the-wall neighbourhood cafes to restaurants and market stalls specialising in the cuisines of the communities that call Peckham home. Peckham’s best restaurants throw up plenty of options, from authentic Latin American spots and restaurants celebrating the flavours of the Afro-Caribbean diaspora to authentic Thai eateries and pubs serving seasonal menus made up of pies, burgers, and roasts. As a result, no matter the budget or occasion, you’re guaranteed a lot of choice when eating out in this neighbourhood.

Quite a few of the best restaurants in Peckham on this list have since spread across London as a result of their creativity and success here. So who knows? You might find the next big thing to take over London. Whether you’re in the area for a film screening at Peckhamplex, hungry after an afternoon sunbathing on Peckham Rye or looking to celebrate a special occasion over a showstopping meal, allow us to make a few suggestions.

Bành Bành Peckham

Bành Bành Peckham

46 Peckham Rye, Peckham, London, SE15 4JR

The A4 menu at this top Vietnamese joint offers small plates, sharers, and noodles, so guests can choose to order starters and mains or share everything as a family-style feast. Don’t miss the sticky fish sauce chicken wings.

£30 - £49
Vietnamese
Ganapati

Ganapati

38 Holly Grove, London, SE15 5DF

Superb Keralan cooking at this cosy South Indian restaurant draws visitors from across London, so be prepared to share a table. Must-tries include the monthly-changing thalis and tooth-achingly sweet gulab jamun.
£30 - £49
Indian
Jumbi

Jumbi

Unit 4.1 Copeland Park, Peckham, London, SE15 3SN

Set in Copeland Park, Jumbi is a hi-fi vinyl bar and restaurant honouring the sounds and flavours of the Afro-Caribbean diaspora. Think guava glazed chicken, plantain nachos, Trinidadian doubles, Picantes, and Rum Raisin Espresso Martinis.

£30 - £49
Caribbean
Taquiza

Taquiza

Arch 164, Peckham, London, SE15 4ST

Sharing Rye Lane real estate with The Carpet Shop nightclub, before 10pm Taquiza is a go-to destination for authentic tacos and top-notch cocktails. In summer, al fresco benches make it a great spot for frozen Margaritas, too.

Under £30
Mexican
Forza Wine

Forza Wine

The Rooftop, Peckham, London, SE15 4BQ

A laid-back bar blessed with brilliant views, top-tier wines, and Italian-leaning small plates, Forza Wine is a well-loved spot for date nights, anniversaries, and birthdays. Dishes here are simple but elegant, and always made with quality ingredients.

Under £30
Tapas
Wine Bars
Kudu

Kudu

119 Queens Road, Peckham, London, SE15 2EZ

Modern European with South African flair, Kudu is a beloved destination for date nights, celebration dinners, and weekend brunches (the fried chicken sourdough waffle is particularly good). Top tip: Kudu also offers astonishingly affordable Friday set lunches.

£50 - £79
Modern European
South African
Peckham Bazaar

Peckham Bazaar

119 Consort Road, London, SE15 3RU

Ottoman-inspired food at reasonable prices keeps locals returning to Peckham Bazaar time and time again. Bag a spot on the fairy-lit terrace on a summer evening and enjoy the lazy pace of this friendly joint.

Under £30
Middle Eastern
Greek
The Montpelier

The Montpelier

43 Choumert Road, London, London, SE15 4AR

An updated Victorian boozer with live music and DJs most days of the week, The Montpelier doesn't have a permanent kitchen team. Instead, you'll find a regularly changing roster of residencies, all of them consistently great. 

Pubs
Kudu Grill

Kudu Grill

57 Nunhead Lane, Peckham, London, SE15 3TR

The Nunhead Lane sister site to the popular Kudu restaurant, Kudu Grill offers a South African-inspired menu focused around open-fire braai cooking. Discover smoky charred meats, brilliant roasts, and the most addictive peri-peri prawns in Peckham.

£30 - £49
South African
Barbecue
Persepolis

Persepolis

28-30 Peckham High Street, Peckham, London, SE15 5DT

A Persian grocery store and vegetarian BYOB restaurant, Persepolis is a well-loved fixture in the area. Serving up mezze platters, Iranian specialities, and non-alcoholic juices this one is a top spot for casual lunches and affordable midweek dinners.

£30 - £49
Persian
Mr Bao

Mr Bao

293 Rye Lane, London, SE15 4UA

This light, calm, convivial space is the perfect spot in which to indulge in a bao bun. Our favourite of the fluffy steamed buns is the ‘bao diddley’ but there’s plenty more besides, including a dessert bao.

Under £30
Taiwanese
Artusi

Artusi

161 Bellenden Road, London, SE15 4DH

Minimal surroundings at this small neighbourhood restaurant allow the no-fuss Italian food to do the talking. The menu is short and because the chef uses cheaper cuts of meat and seasonal veg, prices are spot-on.

£30 - £49
Italian
M Manze

M Manze

105 Peckham High Street, Peckham, London,

First established on the high street in 1927, M Manze’s pie shop burnt down during the 1985 Peckham riots, after renovation it returned and has served its famous pies, silky smooth mash, eels and parsley liquor ever since.

Under £30
British
The Begging Bowl

The Begging Bowl

168 Bellenden Road, Peckham, London, SE15 4BW

A constantly changing line-up of delicious Thai tapas featuring exhilarating flavour combos keep locals and visitors begging for more here. You might have to wait for a table, but it’ll be worth it.

£30 - £49
Thai
Levan

Levan

12-16 Blenheim Grove, Peckham, London, SE15 4QL

This cosy-cool all-day bar and restaurant comes from the team behind Salon in Brixton. The menu is a solid mix of snacks, sharing plates, cheeses and desserts complemented by a serious wine list and some interesting beers.
£30 - £49
Modern European
Hausu

Hausu

11a Station Way, Peckham, London, SE15 4RX

Hausu is leading the way in London's listening bar revolution, with innovative cooking backed by a vinyl soundtrack. It serves a menu of creative, flavourful modern dishes with Italian influences and subtle Japanese twists.

£30 - £49
Modern European
Peckham Cellars

Peckham Cellars

125 Queens Road, Peckham, London, SE15 2ND

Popular for glasses (and bottles) of quality wine and inventive Mediterranean small plates, Peckham Cellars is a local favourite. In summer, perch on street side benches to enjoy orange wine and snacks in the sunshine.

Under £30
Spanish
British
Wine Bars
Clock House Tavern

Clock House Tavern

196A Peckham Rye, Peckham, London, SE22 9QA

A traditionally styled, recently renovated independent pub, the Clock House Tavern is a bastion of local pub culture. It’s popular, family-friendly, and comes with an outdoor terrace, function room, roast dinners and modern pub grub.

Under £30
British

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