Bao Buns in London In 2013 Bao was set up by Erchen Chang, Wai Ting & Shing Tat Chung as a market stall in Netil Market, East London. Testing the market and the public’s love for bao buns in London for two years, they then opened their first restaurant in Soho in April 2015. Now…
Category: South London Restaurants and Bars
Check out the South London tab on East London Girl for recommendations and reviews of restaurants and bars in South London. It includes the following areas in South London: Balham, Clapham, Tooting, London Bridge and Southbank.
Flat Iron Square
London Street Food In between London Bridge and Southwark lies Flat Iron Square, one of the biggest London street food areas! Situated under railway arches, there is a huge outdoor courtyard as well as an indoor food court. The Vendors We loved the London street food vibe from retailers such as La Nonna and Baz…
Baluchi, Lalit Hotel
Pan Indian Restaurant in London Baluchi is a pan-Indian dining restaurant in London within the Lalit hotel, set in the historic Grade II listed former St. Olave’s Grammar School. Baluchi can be found in what was the Great Hall and it’s one seriously stunning location. The high ceiling, royal blue colour, dark woods and beams, floor…
12th Knot
Rooftop bar on South Bank 12th Knot is a rooftop bar on South Bank located on the 12th floor of Sea Containers Hotel. Under a 10 minute walk from Blackfriars and Waterloo, it is conveniently located along the River Thames. The interiors are absolutely stunning with vibrant colours and bright decor and the gorgeous backdrop…
Iberica Restaurant
Iberica Brings a True Spanish Experience to London! Iberica is a wonderful tapas restaurant in London delivering on Spain’s authentic flavours and laid back atmosphere. We visited to experience Iberica’s seasonal menu, based on and inspired by the culinary delights Madrid and giving them an exclusive Iberica twist! The Madrid Menu This authentic menu really…
Lime Orange
Korean restaurant in Victoria Lime Orange is a buzzy little Korean restaurant in Victoria, hidden away on Vauxhall Bridge Road. It’s pretty tiny inside and unassuming at first glance. However it is super busy (it was packed out the Tuesday we visited until about 9pm), which is the sign of a good place. Service was…
Num Num, Southwark
Chinese Restaurant in Southwark Being a big fan of Chinese food, we were super excited to visit this laid-back and welcoming chinese restaurant in Southwark. Our first impressions were great as we were greeted by a very friendly member of staff who talked through the menu and gave suggestions on what to order. You could…
Gentlemen Baristas Coffee Shop in Borough
All day coffee house Gentlemen Baristas are scattered across central and south London locations serving up delicious coffee, brunches and tasty bakes. We visited their coffee shop in Borough, Union Street to try their offerings. Drinks Trying the coffee at Gentleman Baristas was a no brainer. We opted for the flat white (£2.70) and enjoyed its strong,…
Skylon Bar in Southbank
This gorgeous restaurant and bar in Southbank is situated in the Royal Festival Hall right by the river. The interiors are stunning with a grand bar in the middle and floral decorations surrounding the venue. The Riverview lounge area is perfect for having cocktails and taking in the views of the Southbank and Thames below. Cocktails…
Butlers Wharf Chop House
Restaurant in Shad Thames Butlers Wharf Chop House is a restaurant in Shad Thames ideally located by the River Thames with beautiful views of Tower Bridge while dining. It stems from the popular D&D London chain who are aiming to bring back the great British Chop House. It has three Chop House restaurants in London…