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
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Barbican Brasserie by Searcys

Barbican Brasserie by Searcys

Barbican, EC2Y 8DS
0.8 miles
A classic brasserie located on the second floor of the Barbican, Barbican Brasserie by Searcys is a luxe dining spot with a food menu designed to celebrate ... Find out more
Sway Bar

Sway Bar

London, WC2B 5BZ
0.9 miles
Throw decadent, uptight dining out the window and think cool, chic New York bars, filled with pizzas, tapas style sharing plates and delicious handcrafted c ... Find out more
Chapel Bar

Chapel Bar

London, N1 9PX
0.5 miles
What we think
"Churchy wood panelling, chandeliers and a glitter-balled dance floor set the less-than-saintly tone at this Islington party chapel. The venue is aimed ..." Read our full review
Club Bar at Clerkenwell Grind

Club Bar at Clerkenwell Grind

London, EC1V 9AA
0.5 miles
What we think
"The Grind has grown exponentially since opening its ‘flat white, skinny latte’ stop at Old Street Roundabout in 2011, adding branches in So ..." Read our full review
Vinoteca King's Cross

Vinoteca King's Cross

King's Cross, N1C 4AG
0.9 miles
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
The Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens

The Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens

Bloomsbury, WC1B 5BJ
0.9 miles
This restaurant and bar space, housed in boutique Bloomsbury hotel The Montague on The Gardens, knows a thing or two about reinvention. The venue undergoes ... Find out more
Indian City

Indian City

London, EC4V 6AA
0.9 miles
At Indian City where Suave and sophisticated meets spices and rice’s. With the flavours, atmosphere and a buzz of enjoyment, there&r ... Find out more
Dion - St. Paul's Churchyard

Dion - St. Paul's Churchyard

London, EC4M 8AB
0.9 miles
What we think
"With its unbeatable location slap-bang next to St Paul’s Cathedral, this angular modernist Champagne bar is every inch as sharp-suited as its ban ..." Read our full review
The City Pride

The City Pride

London, EC1R 3AU
0.2 miles
Offering a menu straight out of Italy, The City Pride is a vibrant, contemporary pub in Farringdon. Alongside the extensive range of Fuller's ales and an ac ... Find out more
Cafe Tiffin

Cafe Tiffin

London, EC1V 0BN
0.3 miles
What we think
"Pitched midway between Clerkenwell and Finsbury, Café Tiffin looks quite modest from the outside with its plain glass and wooden frontage &ndash ..." Read our full review
The Slaughtered Lamb

The Slaughtered Lamb

Shoreditch , EC1V 0DX
0.4 miles
What we think
"This Slaughtered Lamb bears no relation to the fictional boozer in the cult movie An American Werewolf in London, although it has certainly cultivated ..." Read our full review
Spices

Spices

London, N1 9EZ
0.5 miles
All of the food is cooked from fresh, so arrival time of the food will increase accordingly but definitely worth the wait! When the food arrives, you are ... Find out more
The Breakfast Club Angel

The Breakfast Club Angel

London , N1 8EA
0.6 miles
What we think
"‘Wakey! Wakey! Rise & shine!’ No matter how bad the hangover, the peppy, perky Breakfast Club experience will surely rouse you from you ..." Read our full review
Cloth

Cloth

Farringdon, EC1A 7JQ
0.6 miles
What we think
"Wine-led bistros are not uncommon in London, and the competition is admittedly stiff, but here to give the Noble Rots and Quality Wines' of the world a ..." 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.