572 Restaurants near Clerkenwell London

We found 572 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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The Island Queen

The Island Queen

London, N1 8HD
0.6 miles
Pubs
What we think
"A regal old gin palace afloat in a sea of Georgian terraces, The Island Queen welcomes those who venture off Angel’s well-worn shipping lanes in ..." Read our full review
Officina 00

Officina 00

Shoreditch, EC1V 9BW
0.7 miles
Silver £30 - £49Italian
What we think
"Gone are the days when pasta on the menu meant a choice between carbonara or spaghetti Bolognese. In recent years London has seen an explosion of eater ..." Read our full review
Wagamama Streatham Street

Wagamama Streatham Street

London, WC1A 1JB
0.9 miles
£30 - £49Japanese
What we think
"Credited with bringing the Japanese noodle bar into the mainstream, Wagamama still does exactly what it says on the tin. The menu is dominated by noodl ..." Read our full review
Truckles of Pied Bull Yard

Truckles of Pied Bull Yard

Holborn, WC1A 2JR
0.9 miles
£30 - £49BritishWine Bars
What we think
"Genteel country house on the inside, continental café on the outside, Truckles is a far cry from the usual Davy’s look. Sit at rustic tabl ..." Read our full review
The Sichuan

The Sichuan

City of London, EC1Y 2AA
0.9 miles
£50 - £79Chinese
Chef Zhang and his family have lived for generations in the Chinese city of Chengdu, the place where Sichuan cuisine originated; a talent for cooking runs d ... Find out more
Sports Bar & Grill Farringdon

Sports Bar & Grill Farringdon

Farringdon, EC1M 6DQ
0.5 miles
£30 - £49Bars
What we think
"With sites across London, these smarter-than-average sports bars do exactly what they say on the tin, and then a little bit extra. Big screens hang abo ..." Read our full review
Pasta Nostra

Pasta Nostra

London, EC1V 9BD
0.7 miles
ItalianUnder £30
Launched by two young chefs – Wilfred Mafham (Trinity, Bistro Union) and Luca Cianti (Pastaficio, Restaurant Ours) – Pasta Nostra is the product ... Find out more
LEYDI

LEYDI

City of London, EC4M 7EF
0.8 miles
Turkish
The Jugged Hare

The Jugged Hare

Barbican, EC1Y 4SA
0.8 miles
Bronze £30 - £49Gastropub
What we think
"“Fantastic place, really different, but not for the faint-hearted (unless you’re a complete carnivore)”, says a fan of The Jugged Har ..." Read our full review
42 Holborn

42 Holborn

Holborn, WC2B 6EY
0.9 miles
£30 - £49Mediterranean
What's in a name? Well, at 42 Holborn it's a subtle nod to the menu's offering, which spans 42 dishes reflecting the breadth of flavours across the Mediterr ... Find out more
Rondo

Rondo

London, WC1V 7BD
0.9 miles
Bronze £50 - £79BistroBritish
What we think
"Hotel restaurants can get a bad rep, but the Hoxton group seem to be doing their very best to shake free of their shackles. First there was Seabird at ..." Read our full review
Cinnamon Tree

Cinnamon Tree

Islington, EC1R 4QE
0.1 miles
IndianUnder £30
Exmouth Market is a bustling strip of restaurants and cafés between Clerkenwell and Finsbury which is only minutes away from Farringdon tube station. ... Find out more
Faros Restaurant

Faros Restaurant

London, WC1X 8PP
0.4 miles
£30 - £49Italian
Located in the heart of London, Faros is a modern, new restaurant with a fresh outtake on a mixture of Mediterranean and Italian cuisines. Our ethos ‘ ... Find out more
Wahaca Islington

Wahaca Islington

London, N1 0NY
0.7 miles
MexicanUnder £30
What we think
"Ex-MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers now oversees branches of her popular canteen-style eatery across the capital and beyond, luring good-timers and yo ..." Read our full review
Master Wei

Master Wei

Holborn, WC1N 3AP
0.7 miles
Bronze ChineseUnder £30
What we think
"Master Wei, tucked down a pedestrianised side street near Russell Square, is the second London restaurant from chef Guirong Wei, who also co-owns Xi&rs ..." 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.