12 best restaurants in Shoreditch
Shoreditch offers an extensive range of restaurants with options for every taste and budget. From established Michelin-starred restaurants like BRAT and The Clove Club to local institutions such as Rochelle Canteen and St. JOHN Bread and Wine, there's a diverse range to explore. Alongside these classics, newcomers like Bistro Freddie are also making their mark. To help navigate the options, we've curated a list of 12 great restaurants worth visiting in Shoreditch right now.
Rochelle Canteen
Rochelle Canteen. @rochellecanteen.
#FLODown: This not-so-hidden gem, tucked away in the bike shed of a former school, embodies cosy dining with its seasonal British cuisine menu. Indulge in hearty mains such as Dexter beef and walnut pies, cod, braised pheasant, and roast pumpkin, accompanied by new potatoes and mixed leaf salads. And don't miss their sensational chocolate pot paired with a golden syrup biscuit—a delightful treat that might just bring you back for more.
Location: Rochelle Canteen,16 Playground Gardens, London E2 7FA. Website: rochellecanteen.com. Instagram: @rochellecanteen.
Bistro Freddie
Bistro Freddie. @bistro_freddie.
#FLODown: Newcomer Bistro Freddie, seamlessly blends the finest British produce with exquisite French wines. Crafted by the creators of Crispin and Bar Crispin, their menu features seasonal starters, sharing plates, and fire-cooked meats. Must-try dishes like the grilled cabbage with roast celeriac and hazelnuts or the chicken tarragon pie are perfect for sharing. Don't skip their steamed marmalade pudding with custard. The ambiance is relaxed yet stylish, perfect for casual outings with friends, family dinners, or a laid-back date.
Location: Bistro Freddie, 74 Luke St, London EC2A 4PY. Website: bistrofreddie.com. Instagram: @bistro_freddie.
St JOHN Bread and Wine
St. JOHN Bread and Wine. @st.john.restaurant.
#FLODown: St. JOHN Bread and Wine offers an inviting dining experience centred around locally sourced, seasonal British dishes. Open daily for lunch and supper, St. JOHN's has quite the reputation for quality dishes and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for tucking into sharing plates. Additionally, guests can purchase bakery goods (we recommend trying their jam doughnuts and chocolate éclairs—they're an absolute must!) and select wines to take home. The restaurant is part of the St. JOHN group, celebrated for its distinct style and glorious food!
Location: St John Bread and Wine, 94-96 Commercial St, London E1 6LZ. Website: stjohnrestaurant.com. Instagram: @st.john.restaurant.
Lyle’s
Lyle's London. @lyleslondon.
#FLODown: Lyle’s, housed in Shoreditch’s Tea Building since 2014, offers modern British cuisine. The dinner menu features a set menu, while lunchtime presents à la carte options rich in seafood, meat, and seasonal vegetable dishes. Look forward to dishes like oysters with crab apple, mutton paired with turnips, and mussels cooked in cider and alexanders. Renowned for its exquisite cuisine and refined ambiance, Lyle’s remains a cherished spot in Shoreditch. Treat yourself to their delightful mince pie with clotted cream during the festive seasons—a definite must-try.
Location: Tea Building, 56 Shoreditch High St, Hackney, London, E1 6GY. Website: lyleslondon.com. Instagram: @lyleslondon.
BRAT
BRAT. @bratrestaurant.
#FLODown: BRAT has swiftly become a standout destination in London's food scene. This understated Michelin-starred restaurant, nestled on the first floor of a pub, revolves around open-fire cooking. The menu boasts the house specialty, 'Brat'—Old English for turbot, alongside tantalising options like sizzling lamb chops and chopped eggs with bottarga on toast. Its unassuming yet fantastic offerings make it a standout choice. And for bread enthusiasts, their delightful bread is not to be missed.
Location: BRAT, 4 Redchurch St, Hackney, London E1 6JL. Website: bratrestaurant.com. Instagram: @bratrestaurant.
Nest
Nest Restaurant Shoreditch.
#FLODown: Founded by Luke Wasserman, Toby Neill, and chef Johnnie Crowe, Nest remains dedicated to hyper-seasonal vegetables, ethical seafood, and a rotating single meat offering per season. After relocating from Hackney to a larger Shoreditch venue last October, it introduced a fresh weekday à la carte menu and now features a cosy bar area serving low-intervention wines, cocktails, and delightful snacks like British cheese and oatcakes. Their ever-changing set menu celebrates British produce, revolving around themes such as duck, beef, seafood, and seasonal vegetables.
Location: 374-378 Old Street, London EC1V 9LT. Website: nestfood.co.uk. Instagram: @nest_food.
Smoking Goat
Smoking Goat. @smokinggoatbar.
#FLODown: Smoking Goat, the third venture by chef Ben Chapman, features Thai-inspired cuisine within its charcoal-smoked open kitchen. Famed for blending traditional Thai flavours with modern Bangkok cooking, the menu showcases specialties like the Kra Pow Smoked Mutton and Nahm D’tok Smoked Aubergine. Its industrial yet welcoming ambiance is the perfect place to satisfy that Thai food craving.
Location: 64 Shoreditch High St, London, E1 6JJ. Website: smokinggoatbar.com. Instagram: @smokinggoatbar.
Cycene
Cycene at Blue Mountain School. @cycene.bms.
#FLODown: Cycene, taking over Maos at Blue Mountain School, showcases a distinctive dining experience crafted by chef Theo Clench. Presenting a £195 10-course tasting menu heavily influenced by Eastern Asian and Australasian flavours, Cycene, derived from Old English for "kitchen," provides an intimate setting for fine dining. The 15-seater dining room offers a homely atmosphere and complements its menu with a well-considered wine list.
Location: Cycene, 9 Chance St, London E2 7JB. Website: bluemountain.school. Instagram: @cycene.bms.
Llama Inn
Llama Inn at Hoxton Hotel Rooftop Shoreditch. @llamainnldn.
#FLODown: Llama Inn, a contemporary Peruvian restaurant from New York City, is a relative newcomer to the Shoreditch restaurant scene, at the The Hoxton hotel’s rooftop. Led by Juan Correa and Chef Erik Ramirez, it offers a playful menu blending Peruvian and American influences. With trendy interiors and a vibrant atmosphere, along with standout dishes, it's the ideal location for both intimate dinners and celebratory gatherings.
Location: 81 Great Eastern St, Greater, London EC2A 3HU. Website: thehoxton.com. Instagram: @llamainnldn.
The Clove Club
The Clove Club
#FLODown: The Clove Club, tucked away in Shoreditch Town Hall, has been an acclaimed culinary destination since its inception in 2013 by Isaac McHale. Having secured a place on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list, it offers a changing tasting menu priced at £195 for dinner (Tuesdays to Sundays) and lunch on Thursdays and Saturdays. Showcasing delightful combinations of British flavours, the menu has earned the restaurant a well-deserved Michelin star. While it may not be your everyday dining spot, The Clove Club is ideal for special celebrations.
Location: The Clove Club, Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old St, Hackney, London EC1V 9LT. Website: thecloveclub.com. Instagram: @thecloveclub.
Manteca
Manteca Shoreditch. Photo by @antonrodriguez
#FLODown: Chris Leach and David Carter co-founded Manteca, a nose-to-tail Italian-inspired restaurant that draws from Chris's experiences in Italy. Their menu features hand-rolled pasta, house-made salami, seasonal vegetables, and wood-fired bread, emphasising the use of every meat cut. The culinary offerings are accompanied by a carefully curated wine selection and a focus on amari-based cocktails, notably their house-made amaro. With its delicious food and lively atmosphere, it's no wonder it's frequently bustling during dinner service!
Location: 49-51 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3PT. Website: mantecarestaurant.co.uk. Instagram: @manteca_london.
Boundary
Boundary London. Photo by @martincreatesportfolio.
#FLODown: Boundary in Shoreditch is a well-established hotspot offering an eclectic mix of drinks and dishes. Once renowned for its pastries and brunch at Albion downstairs, as well as rooftop Mediterranean dining, the space has undergone a transformation. Now, it boasts a lively bar and brasserie presenting an extensive menu, ranging from morning avocado toast to late-night steak. During warmer weather, the terrace is the perfect spot for cosy dining, while the chic interior warmly welcomes visitors in colder months. Boundary is undoubtedly like an old friend that always offers a good time when you meet!
Location: Boundary London, 2-4 Boundary St, London E2 7DD. Website: boundary.london. Instagram: @boundaryldn.
Global cinema platform MUBI and intersectional feminist publication Polyester kicked off Halloween week with a hauntingly glamorous launch event for the much-anticipated body-horror film The Substance at The Standard.