Dining
The 4 Best Restaurants in Peckham
South-east London's most exciting food quarter: where to eat well in Peckham right now.
In short: our top picks are Kudu, Levan and Artusi. 4 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Peckham is where a lot of London’s most exciting young cooking is happening, all wine bars, open kitchens and rooftops with a view back to the city. It rewards the curious. These are the Peckham tables worth heading south-east for, before everyone else does.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kudu | Peckham | £££ |
| Levan | Peckham | £££ |
| Artusi | Peckham | ££ |
| Forza Wine | Peckham | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
Kudu
Why we pick itSouth African-inspired cooking from a husband-and-wife team; the bread and the braai are the order.
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Levan
Why we pick itA relaxed, wine-led bistro with a Michelin nod; small plates and a cracking list.
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Artusi
Why we pick itA pioneering, great-value Italian on Bellenden Road; the room that put Peckham on the map.
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Forza Wine
Why we pick itA rooftop wine bar above the car park with city views; small plates and a sunset crowd.
Worth knowingThe Peckham rooftop is fully exposed to the weather with no lift, so it is stairs up a working car park in any conditions, and seating goes fast.
Before you book
Many of the best rooms are small and wine-led, so book where you can and go with an open mind. Time it for a Bold Tendencies rooftop drink in summer. And explore Rye Lane and the arches; Peckham’s best eating is spread across the neighbourhood, not on one street.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Kudu is our editor's choice: South African-inspired cooking from a husband-and-wife team; the bread and the braai are the order. Kudu, Levan and Artusi lead the guide, with 4 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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