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(menu)We found 10 restaurants in Best restaurants in Clerkenwell & St Paul's.
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Noisy bistro bonhomie reigns at French supremo Bruno Loubet’s breezy, ‘urban rustic’ gaff within the Zetter Hotel overlooking St John’s… more »
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Where hearts once bled, they now skip beats. Only the stoniest of souls could fail to be enchanted by the labyrinthine warren of rooms, beamed… more »
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Nobody in London cooks quite like Pascal Aussignac. His handsome Smithfield flagship doesn't look so very unconventional with its vast sprays… more »
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It feels good to take your seat in Lutyens' elegant eau-de-nil dining room, knowing you're in safe hands. Sir Terence Conran is one of the… more »
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Clerkenwell's Modern Pantry is a humming hive of activity, comprising an all-day café, upstairs dining room, deli/traiteur and alfresco hangout… more »
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'Still cracking it after all this time', declares one fan of this Exmouth Market stalwart, which celebrated its ‘sweet sixteen' in 2012. No one… more »
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Even on a miserable drizzly day, the panoramic view across the Thames from Cornish-influenced Northbank to Bankside, the Globe and the Shard… more »
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As the spiritual home of British ‘nose-to-tail’ eating, St John is one restaurant that overseas chefs always make time for during their… more »
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City diners in touch with their green side have been seriously seduced by Vanilla Black's ‘grown-up' vibe, courteous service and innovative,… more »
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If you think The White Swan is a good find when you clap eyes on this ‘olde worlde' tavern, wait until you see the dining room – a glamorous… more »
Discover the best selection of restaurants in two of London’s most popular city areas with the Square Meal guide to the best restaurants in Clerkenwell & St Paul’s. Sitting to the north of the City, Clerkenwell is considered as one of the more hip areas of London with its numerous design and architectural studios. You’ll also find a strong focus on The Arts in Clerkenwell with the Barbican Centre and Sadlers Wells theatre within reach. With Smithfield Market located close by, there is a big emphasis on food in this area and many of London’s finest restaurants can be found within the vicinity. Just south of Clerkenwell, St Paul’s needs no explanation really. Home to one of the most beautiful Cathedrals in the world, the area sees an influx of tourists in their thousands each and every day. You’ll also find the swanky One New Change development close to the Cathedral, home to numerous great shops and restaurants.
Two very popular areas of London for very different reasons, Clerkenwell & St Pauls both offer a wide selection of restaurants to choose from. To make the choice easier, Square Meal has compiled this handy guide to the best restaurants in Clerkenwell & St Paul’s. If you can’t find what you are looking for here, check out Square Meals other best restaurant lists in nearby areas such as the City or Covent Garden.
Every one of the top restaurants in Clerkenwell & St Paul’s featured in Square Meal’s list of the best restaurants in Clerkenwell & St Paul’s have been tried and tested by critics and our own customers so check out the reviews with Square Meal today. Each Square Meal listing features an independent review, as well as reviews from those who have visited, together with unique special offers such as free drinks and discounts.