Dining
The 5 Best Restaurants in Bermondsey
Railway arches and the Beer Mile: where to eat well in Bermondsey, London's quiet foodie quarter.
In short: our top picks are Casse-Croute, Pique-Nique and 40 Maltby Street. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Bermondsey has quietly become one of London’s most rewarding places to eat, all railway arches, wine bars and the famous Beer Mile. It rewards the curious. These are the Bermondsey tables worth heading to, a wander along Maltby Street included.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Casse-Croute | Bermondsey | £££ |
| Pique-Nique | Bermondsey | £££ |
| 40 Maltby Street | Bermondsey | £££ |
| Restaurant Story | Bermondsey | ££££ |
| Pique Nique | Bermondsey | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
Casse-Croute
Why we pick itA tiny slice of France on Bermondsey Street; a short, daily-changing bistro menu, done perfectly.
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Pique-Nique
Why we pick itCasse-Croute's sister; rotisserie chicken and Burgundy in a pretty former park hut.
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40 Maltby Street
Why we pick itA railway-arch wine bar and kitchen; natural wine and brilliant small plates.
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Restaurant Story
Why we pick itTom Sellers' two-star narrative tasting menu; one of London's most personal kitchens.
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Pique Nique
Why we pick itA rotisserie-focused French spot on Tanner Street.
Before you book
Maltby Street Market is best on a weekend morning, busy and brilliant; the arch restaurants and bars run alongside it. Book the destinations, and pace yourself along the Beer Mile. And explore on foot; the best of Bermondsey is tucked under the railway.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Casse-Croute is our editor's choice: A tiny slice of France on Bermondsey Street; a short, daily-changing bistro menu, done perfectly. Casse-Croute, Pique-Nique and 40 Maltby Street lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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