Sarah & Charlie’s guidebook
Drinking spot
Local gastropub with a hidden beer garden and private dining area. This is a great pub to have a couple of drinks with friends.
99 locals recommend
The Gun
27 ColdharbourLocal gastropub with a hidden beer garden and private dining area. This is a great pub to have a couple of drinks with friends.
Historic pub on the River Thames. This cosy watering hole dates back to 1583 and is owned by Sir Ian Mckellen (for any Lord of the Rings fans, Gandolf's staff is behind the bar). They also hold a fun pub quiz on a Monday which Ian himself sometimes hosts as quiz master.
156 locals recommend
The Grapes
153 Milton RdHistoric pub on the River Thames. This cosy watering hole dates back to 1583 and is owned by Sir Ian Mckellen (for any Lord of the Rings fans, Gandolf's staff is behind the bar). They also hold a fun pub quiz on a Monday which Ian himself sometimes hosts as quiz master.
Pergola on the Wharf
Crossrail PlaceRooftop bar, great spot for brunch or for a lively Friday and Saturday night!
The Sipping Room
16 Hertsmere RdCute bar overlooking the water.
Humble Grape
11-13 Theberton StFab wine bar for wine enthusiasts
The Craft Beer Co Limehouse
576 Commercial RdModern East end pub serving craft ales
Food Scene
Scenic restaurant, grab a table outside and enjoy the food and great views.
136 locals recommend
The Narrow - Gordon Ramsay
44 Narrow StScenic restaurant, grab a table outside and enjoy the food and great views.
Natak
51 Narrow StreetDelicious Indian street food restaurant. Highly recommend.
Street market with food, fresh farm produce, beverages and live music set on the water. Great place to meet friends on a sunny day or to purchase local produce.
8 locals recommend
Wapping Market
Glamis RoadStreet market with food, fresh farm produce, beverages and live music set on the water. Great place to meet friends on a sunny day or to purchase local produce.
This restaurant does a great 6 course tasting menu which is updated every 6 weeks. Highly recommend.
49 locals recommend
Boisdale of Canary Wharf
1 Cabot SquareThis restaurant does a great 6 course tasting menu which is updated every 6 weeks. Highly recommend.
Neighbourhoods
Shoreditch is a fun and popular area for its nightlife and restaurants. Shoreditch High Street, Great Eastern Street, and Old Street, boasts an eclectic dining scene from trendy chain restaurants and smart gastropubs to artisan coffee shops and noodle bars.
620 locals recommend
Shoreditch
Shoreditch is a fun and popular area for its nightlife and restaurants. Shoreditch High Street, Great Eastern Street, and Old Street, boasts an eclectic dining scene from trendy chain restaurants and smart gastropubs to artisan coffee shops and noodle bars.
Famed for its curry houses and bars, trendy spot to haggle a table (always worth negotiating a better rate) or grab a drink.
878 locals recommend
Brick Lane
Brick LaneFamed for its curry houses and bars, trendy spot to haggle a table (always worth negotiating a better rate) or grab a drink.
Huge variety of bars and restaurants, Canary wharf is a worthwhile visit for after work drinks or a bite to eat.
651 locals recommend
Canary Wharf
1 Bank StHuge variety of bars and restaurants, Canary wharf is a worthwhile visit for after work drinks or a bite to eat.
The City of London is a historic financial district, home to both the Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Loads of restaurants and bars plus the iconic 17th-century St. Paul’s Cathedral.
131 locals recommend
City of London
The City of London is a historic financial district, home to both the Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Loads of restaurants and bars plus the iconic 17th-century St. Paul’s Cathedral.