576 Restaurants near Clerkenwell London

We found 576 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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Prufrock Coffee

Prufrock Coffee

London, EC1N 7TE
0.5 miles
Under £30
What we think
"The guys at Prufrock Coffee certainly take their craft seriously – the owners are a mixture of award-winning baristas and coffee-diploma teachers ..." Read our full review
Ye Olde Mitre

Ye Olde Mitre

Farringdon, EC1N 6SJ
0.6 miles
Pubs
What we think
"A proper drinking den since 1547, Ye Olde Mitre comes gloriously decked out with dark wood panelling, and has more than its share of ancient pubby virt ..." Read our full review
Carnevale

Carnevale

Barbican, EC1Y 8JL
0.7 miles
£30 - £49Vegetarian
What we think
"About the size of your average newsagent, pint-sized Carnevale is nevertheless a real draw for City veggies – so arrive early or be prepared to f ..." Read our full review
Central Station

Central Station

London, N1 9SD
0.7 miles
British
This bright and buzzy gay-friendly restaurant in King's Cross is loved by locals for its down-to-earth atmosphere, chilled ambience and brilliant British ... Find out more
The Shell French Seafood Restaurant

The Shell French Seafood Restaurant

Holborn, WC1B 5AA
0.8 miles
£30 - £49FishFrench
What we think
"It’s hard to miss The Shell, which lights up central London’s Southampton Row with its fluorescent blue signage, alerting passers-by to the ..." Read our full review
Hoppers King's Cross

Hoppers King's Cross

King's Cross, N1C 4AG
0.9 miles
Sri LankanUnder £30
When the original Hoppers opened its doors in 2015, the intimate Soho site fast became one of the most popular and well-known restaurants in London. The Sri ... Find out more
The George - The Strand

The George - The Strand

Covent Garden, WC2R 1AP
0.9 miles
BarsBritishPubs
The George in the Strand is a historic pub found inside a Tudor-style building, originally an 18th century coffee house, just 10 minutes from the famous Wes ... Find out more
Vetomeato

Vetomeato

London, WC1A 1BH
1.0 miles
InternationalUnder £30Vegan
Vetomeato is a vegan restaurant located at The Old Crown on New Oxford Street, London. Close to many popular shops, and bars, Vetomeato is a 100% plant base ... Find out more
Ninth Ward

Ninth Ward

London, EC1R 3BN
0.3 miles
£30 - £49North American
If the bar from hit US sitcom ‘Cheers’ was transported to London and updated 30 years, it would probably look like this Clerkenwell joint. Brick ... Find out more
Brutto

Brutto

Farringdon, EC1M 6BN
0.5 miles
Silver £30 - £49Italian
What we think
"In the time it took to enter Brutto, cross the heaving dining room floor and take a seat at our cosy corner table, we were already mentally planni ..." Read our full review
Neptune

Neptune

Bloomsbury, WC1B 5BE
0.8 miles
Silver £30 - £49British
What we think
"Neptune is the dining room of Kimpton Fitzroy London hotel, a grand Empire-era pile overlooking Russell Square that outdoes St Pancras for gothic drama ..." Read our full review
Editor's Tap Fetter Lane

Editor's Tap Fetter Lane

Holborn, EC4A 1BR
0.8 miles
BurgersNorth AmericanPizzaPubsUnder £30
Found on Fetter Lane, not far from the old journalism hotspot of Fleet Street, is the aptly named Editor's tap. Step into a stylish, yet rustic pub and soak ... Find out more
McQueen Lounge Bar

McQueen Lounge Bar

Shoreditch, EC2A 4AA
1.0 miles
Bars
You guessed it: this cocktail lounge and nightclub was inspired the late great Mr McQueen – that’s Steve, not Lee. Consequently, the look that i ... Find out more
Brewdog Clerkenwell

Brewdog Clerkenwell

Farringdon, EC1 5RS
0.3 miles
Bars
Will BrewDog, the Scottish indie-punk craft-brewing juggernaut, be able to tame a site that, in 2015, saw off Fourteenth Colonie and before that Giant Robot ... Find out more
Pizza Express Clerkenwell Road

Pizza Express Clerkenwell Road

London, EC1M 5PA
0.5 miles
£30 - £49ItalianPizza
What we think
"Times have changed since a fiorentina & a glass of Frascati was all you needed to impress a dinner date, but Pizza Express has changed with them. F ..." 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.