Dining
The 5 Best Restaurants in Bow
The best restaurants in Bow: where to eat well, chosen on merit.
In short: our top picks are The Morgan Arms, The Coborn and The Crown. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Bow is east London at its most local, with handsome gastropubs and a community feel. These are the best restaurants in Bow.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Morgan Arms | Bow | £££ |
| The Coborn | Bow | ££ |
| The Crown | ££ | |
| Greedy Cow | Bow | ££ |
| Mae + Harvey | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Morgan Arms
Why we pick itA handsome, much-loved gastropub with confident seasonal cooking.
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The Crown
Why we pick itA green-side pub overlooking Victoria Park with good food.
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Greedy Cow
Why we pick itA friendly Roman Road cafe and grill, a local favourite.
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Before you book
The gastropubs are best for weekend lunch; go early for a garden table.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Morgan Arms is our editor's choice: A handsome, much-loved gastropub with confident seasonal cooking. The Morgan Arms, The Coborn and The Crown 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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