Best Restaurants for Foodies in Dalston

325 restaurants available nearby

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1. Little Duck The Picklery

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Dalston

Booked 10 times today

A restaurant, wine bar and fermenting kitchen - we're open for lunch Wednesdays to Sundays and dinner all week. Our menu changes monthly and our cooking is simple and seasonal. It's here we make all our seasonal ferments, pickles and drinks - all of which you can buy ready jarred from our fridge. Our large kitchen counter is the centrepiece, and you’re invited to grab a seat, order something to eat and enjoy the workings of life in our kitchen. In the evening, the lights go down, dinner is served and you can enjoy wines by the glass and bottle from our ever-changing wine list of natural and biodynamic wines.

2. Dalston Jazz Bar

4.6

Exceptional(177)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Dalston

Booked 9 times today

“A stones throw away from Dalston Kingsland Station you will find The Dalston Jazz Bar. It’s a full on restaurant up until 10 PM. They serve an array of fresh seafood as well as yummy beer from a local brewery and cocktails. The live band plays throughout the night with a few breaks. After 10 PM they clear all tables and chairs to create a dance floor and this place then really starts to rock! We don't do vegan or vegetarian food. We specialize in fish. Tuesdays are our LGBTQ night, but everyone is welcome. Tuesdays will now feature live jazz bands."

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3. St. JOHN Smithfield

4.8

Exceptional(4106)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • Farringdon

Booked 45 times today

Fergus Henderson’s original home of “Nose to Tail Eating” opened in a former smokehouse around the corner from Smithfield Market in 1994.Celebrating the finest of indigenous British produce and making the most of what is seasonally best whilst applying straight forward cooking techniques, St. John is now celebrated as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the World and in 2009 was awarded its first Michelin Star.Nose to tail eating means that, where appropriate, every part of the animal should be put to good use in the kitchen and so along with Roast Beef and Lemon Sole, diners will find Rolled Pig’s Spleen, Kidneys and Ox Heart, Liver and Chitterlings as well as the Roast Bone Marrow & Parsley Salad, something of a ‘signature’ dish.

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4. Jolene Newington Green

4.7

Exceptional(1266)

Price: Expensive

• British • Stoke Newington

Booked 15 times today

Jolene Newington Green is a foodie's haven. Reviews rave about its 'exceptional experience', 'delightful fusion of flavors and ingredients' and 'seasonal ingredients and attention to detail'. The menu, which changes weekly, promises an 'exciting menu' with something for everyone's tastes. The restaurant's ambiance is frequently praised, making it a perfect spot for a 'memorable evening' or a 'nice evening out'.

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5. Hawksmoor Spitalfields

4.6

Exceptional(7183)

Price: Expensive

• British • Shoreditch

Booked 52 times today

Prime cuts of matured British beef and other classics served in stripped-back, bare-brick surroundings.

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6. Los Mochis London City

4.3

Awesome(849)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Liverpool Street

Booked 116 times today

Where Mexican & Japanese Cuisines Meet with City ViewsPerched above Broadgate Circle, Los Mochis London City promises an unparalleled fusion of vibrant Mexican and Japanese flavours with breathtaking city views. Explore diverse spaces, from the main dining area with a sushi bar to a scenic rooftop terrace, an intimate private dining room, a chic Agaveria bar & lounge, and an exclusive omakase experience. Each zone offers a unique ambiance, providing an unforgettable backdrop to savour the cityscape. Embark on a culinary journey that seamlessly blends Mexican and Japanese influences at Los Mochis London City, a top destination for a dynamic dining experience in the heart of the city.

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7. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

4.4

Awesome(7381)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • St Paul's

Booked 239 times today

Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.Our dress code is smart-casual and quite relaxed. We just ask that the general look does not appear too sporty i.e. tracksuits/football shirts/baseball caps. Smart trainers are allowed. We do not allow flip flops to be worn.

8. Goldies

4.3

Awesome(98)

Price: Moderate

• Grill • Soho

Booked 15 times today

Goldies’ menu focuses on the use of a wood-fired grill, with a selection of small and large plates connected by rich, smoky flavours. Highlights include a Merguez Scotch Egg with harissa mayonnaise, Marinated Baby Chicken with smoked yoghurt, and Grilled Wild Mushrooms, Baby Leek, and a confit egg yolk. In a nod to the founders’ French roots, variations of the iconic Frites are the signature of the restaurant, which are hand-cut and twice-cooked, in either beef dripping or vegetable oil.The design of the space is centred on the expertise of wood-fired cooking, with kitchen counter seating to create a dramatic dining experience for guests. The interiors are cosy, with contemporary decoration, terracotta warm tones and a groovy musical atmosphere. Goldies features a noteworthy terrace that fits 30 guests.

9. Bocconcino Soho

4.4

Awesome(872)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 45 times today

Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.

10. Tom's Pasta

4.8

Exceptional(57)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dalston

Booked 13 times today

A neighbourhood restaurant serving fresh, handmade pasta and lasagne better than your mum's. Perfect for date nights, catch ups with friends and parties for larger groups.

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Louise
London •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As always totally superb food, wines and service! Thank you St John for always being special!
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St. JOHN SmithfieldPrice: Very Expensive• British• Farringdon
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4.8
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Catherine
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food and lovely staff, highly recommend!
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Hawksmoor SpitalfieldsPrice: Expensive• British• Shoreditch
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4.6
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Charlie
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Everything was incredible from start to finish for our anniversary, amazing service (sorry we didn’t get the hosts name but she was so friendly and attentive!) and food and ambience was 10/10, we will definitely be back - new favourite restaurant!
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Little Duck The PickleryPrice: Very Expensive• European• Dalston
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4.7
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Maytham
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fantastic flavours and attentive staff. Good quality ingredients.
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Jolene Newington GreenPrice: Expensive• British• Stoke Newington
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4.7
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Sarah
London •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
The best kind of organised chaos, staff are rushing around placing new dishes on your table constantly. The feel of the place is lovely, quite intimate and romantic. Food is amazing, so fresh tasting and they will replace things like the chips and bread for hot fresh plates. Fish is spectacular. The seafood special is the way to go. No faults really, only marked ever so slightly down because, the toilet is not very nice but no real problems just cold and damp, and overall the place is cold, and the door is left open so it basically feels like your outside but its alright and didn't really bother me but if you go this time of year be warned to wear a nice jumper for when you take your coat off. But I would 100% recommend to anyone looking to book! arrive on time for the best tables so you don't have to share!!
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Dalston Jazz BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Dalston
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4.6

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1. Little Duck The Picklery

2. Dalston Jazz Bar

3. St. JOHN Smithfield

4. Jolene Newington Green

5. Hawksmoor Spitalfields

6. Los Mochis London City

7. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

8. Goldies

9. Bocconcino Soho

10. Tom's Pasta

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