Best Casual Restaurants in Forest Hill

487 restaurants available nearby

1. Upstairs

4.8

Exceptional(407)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Clapham

Booked 21 times today

Almost three years on from its culinary christening, Upstairs has sparked a reputation for casual dining in its finest form. A self-contained dining space, Upstairs offers guests a selection of small plates from our daily-changing menu, all of which are cooked to order from an open island kitchen and designed to share.As well as being available for reservations and exclusive hires, Upstairs proudly plays host to a variety of exciting events and special evenings for our guests to enjoy; from expertly-led wine masterclasses to convivial Sunday lunches.Our aim has always been to offer our guests the opportunity to get closer to the cooking process than ever before, and with the unfaltering passion and dedication of our team, a recently (and very proudly) received Bib Gourmand Award, and the continued support of our wonderful guests, we truly see nowhere to go but up.

2. Hausu

4.7

Exceptional(45)

Price: Expensive

• International • Peckham

Booked 17 times today

Hausu is a restaurant and bar in the heart of Peckham, bringing an appreciation for taste and sound together with the creative spirit of South East London.We serve our own brand of flavours against the backdrop of a vintage hi-fidelity sound system, with the belief that music and food can bring people together. Please note: bookings after 10pm are for drinks only

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3. Sky Lounge, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4.4

Awesome(726)

Price: Very Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • London Bridge

Booked 11 times today

Located on the 34th floor, the hotel's elegant Sky Lounge offers a relaxed setting to unwind and socialise in style, while taking in breath-taking views of the City of London and River Thames. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WE ARE NOT ABLE TO GUARANTEE WINDOW SEATS. Please note that there is a £30 minimum spend per person applies.

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4. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

4.7

Exceptional(191)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Canary Wharf

Booked 65 times today

Canary Wharf, once a bustling harbour and now home to one of our restaurants, blends industrial history with modern elegance. Enjoy our Japanese menu in an artistic setting where exposed pipeworks meet fairytale ships. Perfect for any dining occasion. Expect quality sushi, salads and sticks from the grill. A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.

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5. Camille - Borough Market

4.6

Exceptional(199)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Southwark

Booked 33 times today

A neighbourhood restaurant on Stoney Street, Borough Market - Camille is a reflection of imagined jaunts through regional France. The menu from head chef Elliot Hashtroudi celebrates the magic of local and seasonal produce - his simple approach to cooking captures the rustic energy of a regional French table.An intimate casual bistro-style dining space with small bar and window counter seating is the back drop to our a-la-carte menu and ‘daily specials’ board.Like in our other restaurants Ducksoup, Little Duck and Emilia you’ll find a weekly changing menu of wines by the glass and bottle from small independent producers.

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6. Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

4.6

Exceptional(1603)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tower Hill

Booked 13 times today

Emilia’s SKD is a fresh pasta restaurant located in the heart of St Katharine Docks with a beautiful al fresco dining terrace overlooking the marina, just a few minutes’ walk from Tower Bridge.At Emilia’s all our pasta is made fresh every morning in our restaurant in full view of passers-by and served from our fully open kitchen. In true respect of Italian tradition, we use certified Italian produce and try our best to ensure no additives, artificial ingredients, preservatives or anything unnatural is in our food. We believe that food is much better when it’s 100% natural.Our restaurant has a mixture of chef’s bar/counter seating (overlooking the open kitchen), window seating (overlooking our terrace and the marina), normal tables and an outdoor terrace (overlooking the marina).P.S. We care for our people, our communities and the world around us. Please visit our website (www.emiliaspasta.com) if you would like to learn more about our approach to Sustainability.

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7. Restaurant Story London

4.8

Exceptional(1081)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • London Bridge

Booked 6 times today

At Restaurant Story the premise is simple; we seek to tell our story through the food we serve.We opened in April 2013 gaining our first Michelin star only five months after opening and in 2021 we were awarded our second Michelin star. Finally in 2023 we launched Story 3.0 hosting a 2nd floor.Inspired by chef Tom Sellers’ culinary career and the history of British food, our dishes are an edible story, each one inspired by a memory. We want to share these memories with you through what you see, smell and taste.To help achieve this, we select only the freshest seasonal British produce and then pair it with an exclusive wine list featuring small wine producers and select British craft ales sourced locally.

8. Gaucho Canary

4.5

Awesome(4157)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Canary Wharf

Booked 25 times today

Nestled along the River Thames in London's renowned Financial District, Gaucho Canary Wharf offers breathtaking river views from its panoramic dining room and continental-style terrace. As a premier dockside destination, it’s the ideal spot for a business lunch in a sleek, sophisticated setting or an evening meal with unparalleled vistas, complemented by the vibrant energy of our open kitchen. On weekends, Gaucho Canary Wharf transforms into a relaxed, casual dining haven, featuring cocktails at the bar, alfresco dining, and the chance to unwind with stunning sunsets while watching the boats and city life drift by.

9. The Garrison

4.6

Exceptional(2435)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Bermondsey

Booked 30 times today

The Garrison Public House is a bustling neighbourhood restaurant at the heart of Bermondsey Streets creative community and just a short skip from the comestible delights of Borough Market. We take full advantage of being an independent restaurant; from our quirky, inimitable interior to our considered wine list and engaging staff, we make sure everything we do is done with The Garrison style. We are open everyday for lunch and dinner and our menu focuses on seasonal produce from our favourite artisan suppliers. Downstairs, our Cinema Room is available for private hire

10. Trinity

4.9

Exceptional(3569)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Clapham

Booked 37 times today

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham. An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink. Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting. The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

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Myla
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Staff were incredibly polite and friendly. Salads sushi and sticks are all delicious. Lovely atmosphere and great lighting to set a nice mood.
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary WharfPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Canary Wharf
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4.7
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Sophia
London •52 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Lovely new spot in Peckham. Staff all attentive, friendly and really helpful - felt well looked after. Dad's broth is star starter. We had an issue with timing on main course but it was well managed and communicated by the team. By the time it did arrive sadly we'd gotten full so also didn't order dessert which was a shame as the chocolate delice looked very appealing.
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HausuPrice: Expensive• International• Peckham
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4.7
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Nel
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was a superb, breathtaking experience to have dinner at the Sky Lounge, Shangri-La the Shard. I particularly like the relaxed atmosphere and the amazing views while enjoying our delicious meal. We enjoyed every minute of our stay at this smart casual restaurant with extremely friendly staff. An unforgettable experience!!
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Sky Lounge, Shangri-La The Shard, LondonPrice: Very Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• London Bridge
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4.4
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Tom
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Both the food and the service were exceptional. We sat at the bar so we had the good fortune of being served directly by the manager. The rate of food service was perfect, not rushed or too slow. All dishes were excellent and the skill of the chefs is obvious.
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Camille - Borough MarketPrice: Very Expensive• French• Southwark
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4.6
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SallyVIP
London •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Amazing goose xmas dinner. The goose was cooked and served so that every bit was incredibly tasty and delicious, Nad before that an amazing mix of starters, pudding and clam times to follow.
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UpstairsPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Clapham
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4.8

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487 restaurants available nearby

1. Upstairs

2. Hausu

3. Sky Lounge, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

5. Camille - Borough Market

6. Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

7. Restaurant Story London

8. Gaucho Canary

9. The Garrison

10. Trinity

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