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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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Unity Kitchen St Luke's

Unity Kitchen St Luke's

London, EC1V 8AJ
0.5 miles
What we think
" Unity Kitchen Café is part of a social-enterprise events space staffed by people with disabilities, and this branch serves the locally based St Luke ..." Read our full review
Fryer's Delight

Fryer's Delight

Holborn, WC1X 8SL
0.6 miles
What we think
"Could this old-school chippie be past its best? Stingy portions continue to be the biggest gripe, but readers are also starting to protest about gruff ..." Read our full review
Booking Office 1869

Booking Office 1869

King's Cross, NW1 2AR
0.8 miles
What we think
"London isn’t short of Instagrammable restaurants which are as much, if not more, about the interiors as they are the food, but when it comes to a ..." Read our full review
Gourmet Burger Kitchen St Paul's Churchyard

Gourmet Burger Kitchen St Paul's Churchyard

London, EC4M 8AL
1.0 miles
What we think
"GBK, founded in South London over 10 years ago, was ahead of the curve in as regards specialising in burgers & Antipodean flavours – which is ..." Read our full review
The Bleeding Heart Wine Bar

The Bleeding Heart Wine Bar

Farringdon, EC1N 8SJ
0.5 miles
What we think
"The laid-back brother to the neighbouring Bleeding Heart Bistro, this picture-perfect wine bar has a fine history as a tavern dating back to 1746 when ..." Read our full review
Department of Coffee & Social Affairs

Department of Coffee & Social Affairs

London, EC1N 7SU
0.5 miles
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
Flamingo

Flamingo

London, WC1V 6AZ
0.6 miles
What we think
"Urban redevelopment, crippling rents and the rise of dating apps are the unholy trinity that has killed off more than 100 London gay venues over the la ..." Read our full review
The Wenlock Arms

The Wenlock Arms

London, N1 7TA
0.7 miles
What we think
"In a small victory for the small man, Hackney Council refused permission to turn this fine example of a cloth cap/real fire backstreet boozer into yet ..." Read our full review
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
The Gunmakers Clerkenwell

The Gunmakers Clerkenwell

Clerkenwell, EC1R 5ET
0.3 miles
Standing on a slightly scruffy Clerkenwell side street, the diminutive Gunmakers makes an agreeable if unassuming bolthole for a pint, cocktail and a couple ... Find out more
Be At One Farringdon

Be At One Farringdon

London, EC1M 6JN
0.5 miles
Whether you’re popping by for early evening after-work drinks or settling in for a night on the town, Be At One Farringdon is your go-to party place. ... Find out more
The Angel - City Road

The Angel - City Road

London, EC1Y 1BD
0.9 miles
A host of imported beers and draughts from London brewers entice drinkers into this boozer on the Shoreditch-City borders. On our visit, the taps held craft ... Find out more
Mangia Bene

Mangia Bene

London , N1 9EZ
0.5 miles
Mangia Bene in Islington brings the food and culture of Italy to the bustle of Chapel Market in London. Traditional italian food can be enjoyed from the rus ... Find out more
The Shakespeare

The Shakespeare

Barbican, EC1M 7AA
0.6 miles
Le Bar

Le Bar

Barbican, EC1A 9DS
0.6 miles
What we think
"Lovers of all things Gallic should swing by Club Gascon's ‘annex', a sophisticated cocktail bar offering French small plates. The menu is proudly ..." 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.