Best Historic Restaurants in Bankside

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1. Boot and Flogger

4.6

Exceptional(227)

Price: Expensive

• British • London Bridge

This hidden gem, a short walk from London Bridge, is London’s first real wine bar opened in 1965 by John Davy trading as a Free Vintner. Brimming with genuine character and jovial service, it has the feel of a private members club (for ladies and gentleman) and is home to some of the most original private rooms in the area. Best quality meats hand carved off the bone, award winning steak and delicious seasonal dishes cater for discerning customers. All polished off with a British cheese board and sticky puds. Our wine list boasts a large number of rare vintages alongside an extensive range from Davy’s wine merchant cellars.

2. Cloth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(177)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional French • Farringdon

Booked 43 times today

Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.

3. Bacchanalia

4.4

Awesome(993)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Mayfair

Booked 217 times today

Culinary artistry, inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts. The Mediterranean’s finest ingredients are given centre-stage, and dishes are finished at table to theatrical acclaim. Breath-taking interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, where classical myths are retold through a modern palette of the most refined materials, and comforts to sink into. Dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst soar over the dining area, whilst the eye falls on piece after piece of original, antique sculpture.

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4. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(161)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covent Garden

Booked 188 times today

In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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5. The Ivy City Garden

4.1

Excellent(7763)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street

Booked 273 times today

Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.

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6. The Ivy West Street

4.5

Awesome(4914)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Covent Garden

Booked 166 times today

The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since 1917. The restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitome of real glamour. A shimmering central dining bar in the restaurant draws admiring attention, and the signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection ensure the longevity of this very British of dining institutions. Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables, and the advent of a “sea and shells” section. Director Fernando Peire leads a strong and experienced team to deliver the unfaltering service for which The Ivy has become well known over the years. The Ivy welcomes customers without reservations at the central dining bar, where the A La Carte and Set menus are both served.

7. The Wolseley City

4.6

Exceptional(76)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • London Bridge

Booked 13 times today

Rooted in the tradition of Europe’s grand café culture, The Wolseley City is known for its all-day dining, monochrome design details and landmark architecture, sited on the threshold of one of London’s most historic quarters on King William Street near Bank.

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8. The George, Pub & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(610)

Price: Expensive

• British • Covent Garden

Booked 13 times today

The George Public House is a Victorian reincarnation of a 15th century coffee house located at the meeting point of the Strand and Fleet Street, directly facing the spectacular architecture of the Royal Courts of Justice and a 10 minute walk from the West End. In the Autumn of 2014, The George underwent an extensive and considerate refurbishment of the ground floor bar and first floor dining room. This saw the creation of an elegant and sophisticated restaurant; The George. We have carefully retained the original features of this historic pub and have tastefully added our own stamp while keeping a traditional feel throughout.The restaurant upstairs at The George is open all week and offers an exciting, modern British menu, using only the finest seasonal, local produce, as well as fantastic roasts on Sundays.We are currently offering the same menu in both the pub and the restaurant.

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9. Black & Blue - Borough Market

4.5

Awesome(1606)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Borough

Booked 37 times today

Overlooking the historic Borough Market, Black and Blue has been a Borough mainstay since 2001. A modern British American steakhouse where you can savour delicious steaks or burgers whilstwatching the bustle of the market or sip one of our signature cocktails in the bar whilst trains rattleoverhead. Perfect for your business lunch or dinner, a more relaxed drink or meal with friends, or a funweekend or night out. We will entertain you in either our spacious restaurant, busy bar, or privatepatio. Your private events can be hosted in our exclusive mezzanine above the bar, please contact us fordetails. We’d love to help you celebrate your special occasion.

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10. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

4.6

Exceptional(7831)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Covent Garden

Booked 73 times today

Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is without doubt one of London's most legendary restaurants with a plethora of menus to choose from, reviving recipes from the original Chef's days in the kitchen back in 1889.

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Manuela Beyka
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was yummy, the service was outstanding. Overall a great wxperience. I will definitely come back.
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BacchanaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
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4.4
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Lily
London •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent, but the service left much to be desired. The male waiters were lovely and accommodating, but the female server who attended to us was abrupt and rude. One of our friends is pregnant, and we requested well-cooked food for her. When she brought it over, she commented, "This is the stuff you don’t like," which was not the case—our friend simply cannot eat raw food. I also tried to ask her for recommendations, but she cut me off and told me not to interrupt, even though I wasn’t. While the food and overall ambiance were great, her attitude dampened what could have been an otherwise pleasant experience.
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent GardenPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Covent Garden
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4.6
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Adam
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service and food. To noise if you want a 1on1 chat, found sometimes you have to shout.
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The Ivy City GardenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Liverpool Street
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4.1
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John
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Consistently great food and service complemented by a great atmosphere and grand choice of wine. Menu was again refreshingly much changed since we were here a few weeks back and it was fun once again to escape through the back of the wardrobe for a couple of happy hours.
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Cloth RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Traditional French• Farringdon
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4.7
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Adriana
London •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 7, 2024
Our food was good, and I love the variety on the wine list. Unfortunately the service felt extremely rushed.
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Boot and FloggerPrice: Expensive• British• London Bridge
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4.6

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109 restaurants available nearby

1. Boot and Flogger

2. Cloth Restaurant

3. Bacchanalia

4. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

5. The Ivy City Garden

6. The Ivy West Street

7. The Wolseley City

8. The George, Pub & Restaurant

9. Black & Blue - Borough Market

10. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

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