Best Hot Spot Restaurants in South Woodford

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

City of LondonDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonEppingIlfordNorth London

Neighborhoods

AngelBankBarbicanBarkingBermondseyBlackheath

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

182 restaurants available nearby

1. Jones & Sons E18

4.2

Awesome(98)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • South Woodford

Booked 13 times today

Jones & Sons in South Woodford is not just a restaurant; it's an 11-year masterpiece in the making! Picture a stunning Georgian mansion from 1771, now reborn into a vibrant hub nestled within beautiful gardens.From brunch to lunch, a la carte dinner, and Sunday feasts, Jones & Sons offers a culinary journey like no other. With 2 outdoor terraces, 2 elegant dining rooms upstairs, An event space, a chefs table, a snug and a cozy cocktail bar downstairs, it's a paradise for foodies and event enthusiasts alike.Whether you're craving modern British cuisine, exquisite wines, or inventive cocktails, Jones & Sons has you covered. It's the perfect spot for everything from birthday bashes to intimate dates, ensuring every moment becomes a delicious memory!

2. Tom's Pasta

4.7

Exceptional(109)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dalston

Booked 54 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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3. STK Rooftop Steakhouse & Bar

4.2

Awesome(832)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Stratford

Booked 29 times today

STK Rooftop Steakhouse & Bar is the hot spot of East London, as one reviewer puts it, it's the 'hottest spot if you look for vibes and great food!'. Located on the 18th floor, it offers amazing views and an energetic vibe with a DJ. The food is highly praised as 'expertly prepared and delicious', and the service is noted as 'great'. It's not just about steak, it's an entire dining experience.

4. Dalla

4.8

Exceptional(55)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Homerton

Booked 16 times today

A new neighbourhood Italian restaurant in Hackney, E9.Home-style cooking from Mitchell Damota and Gianmarco Leone.Interiors by Spazio Leone, in collaboration with Sicilian designer Oscar Piccolo.

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5. Soul Mama Music Venue | Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(39)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Soul food • Stratford

Booked 5 times today

Discover Soul Mama, an immersive dining & music experience blending the vibrant culinary traditions of Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Listed in the Evening Standard’s "Top Restaurants to Look Forward to in 2024," Launched by acclaimed musician and broadcaster YolanDa Brown OBE DL with music manager and creative entrepreneur Adetokunbo “T” Oyelola, Soul Mama is not just a restaurant but a celebration of music and food. Through a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign, Soul Mama became a Guinness World Record Holder as the largest Kickstarter-funded restaurant globally.Under the inspired direction of Executive Chef Aleandro Brown, Soul Mama’s menu celebrates a rich fusion of flavours that transports diners on a culinary journey. His passion for cooking was cultivated in Jamaica, learning from Grandma's kitchen. He has honed his expertise across prestigious kitchens, from The Ritz to Gordon Ramsay's establishments. Join us on a live music night or for an intimate dinner.

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6. Pophams Restaurant - London Fields

4.6

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dalston

Booked 13 times today

Working with seasonal British and Italian produce, each dish takes inspiration from traditional Italian flavours and methods, with a creative approach. Transforming this daytime bakery to a lively neighbourhood restaurant, with small plates and pastas designed for sharing. Our wine list utilises a mixture of well and lesser known grapes; which when combined with innovative and often low intervention methods, create a diverse wine offering to pair harmoniously with our food.For any bookings over 6 people we require a set menu, contact bookings@pophamsbakery.com for more information.

7. Karv Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Hackney

Booked 24 times today

At Karv, we honor the primal connection between fire and food. Our culinary artisans carefully select premium cuts of meat, focusing on quality and marbling to ensure a truly exceptional dining experience. With a deft touch, our skilled grillmasters masterfully tend to the charcoal and wood, harnessing their energy to create a symphony of flavor and tenderness. The gentle crackling of the flames and the intoxicating aroma of smoke create an ambiance that transcends mere dining. The slow, deliberate cooking process over the fire allows the meat to develop a tantalizing char on the outside, while remaining moist and succulent within. The result is a steak that boasts a harmony of textures and a depth of flavors that will leave you craving more. Join us at Karv, where we invite you to experience the symphony of flavors that arises when timeless craftsmanship meets the primal embrace of fire. Indulge in the captivating allure of charcoal and wood-grilled perfection.

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8. Leo's Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(183)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Regional Italian (Sardinia) • Homerton

Booked 14 times today

Leo's Restaurant & Bar is a hot spot because it's a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Known for its regional Italian cuisine from Sardinia, it's described as a 'masterful cooking disguised as easy-going' with an 'incredible setting'. The food is consistently praised for being 'delicious and different', and the ambience is described as 'lovely', 'gorgeously decorated', and 'beautiful'. The staff is noted as 'friendly' and 'attentive'. The place is perfect for a date night, dinner with friends, or a special occasion.

9. INIS

4.9

Exceptional(94)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Hackney Wick

Booked 13 times today

Relaxed and friendly local set on the canal towpath on Fish Island, East London. Serving a seasonal menu of British and Irish food, coffee and drinks. Dog friendly. Outdoor seating.Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch. Evenings from Summer.

10. DeRoya Lounge

4.3

Awesome(70)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Barking

Booked 6 times today

Indulge in lavish Turkish dining at De Roya, a new gem in East London. From lunch to evening, relish our sumptuous offerings in an opulent atmosphere. Let our mixologists dazzle you with their inventive cocktails, adding a new flare to your dining experience. Join us for an unforgettable journey of flavour and luxury.

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CesareC
London •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Nice meal with the code up deal and lunch is very quiet so food comes out on time and we'll prepared
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STK Rooftop Steakhouse & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Stratford
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4.2
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Rocio
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
You need to try the mushroom pasta! So many people talk about how good the lasagna is (which it is), however, their pasta is also incredible. Have one of the best evenings ever!
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Tom's PastaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Dalston
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Romantic restaurant with lovely waiters. Tasty food and nice wine.
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DallaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Homerton
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, vibes and value for money! Traveller from south for this and I as definitely worth it!
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Soul Mama Music Venue | RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Soul food• Stratford
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4
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Christian
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Great gem of a place, have been to the Dalston restaurant numerous times and had to try this one, and it didn’t disappoint. The food is as expected- excellent The venue - fabulous
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Jones & Sons E18Price: Expensive• British• South Woodford
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4.2

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