London Connection1Marceline
- Details
- French
- Address
- 5 Water Street, London, E14 5GX
- Phone
- +44 20 7554 3344
- Website
- marceline.london
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 08:00-23:00 · Sat 10:00-23:00 · Sun 10:00-21:00
Best Restaurants in Tower Hamlets, London
The restaurant scene in Tower Hamlets spans neighbourhood favourites, family-run international kitchens and special-occasion dining. Below you will find our selection of 10 restaurants in Tower Hamlets, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right restaurant, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Restaurants in Tower Hamlets
2Kolamba East
- Details
- Indian · Vegan options
- Address
- 12 Blossom Street, London, E1 6PL
- Phone
- +44 20 3435 7174
- Website
- kolamba.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Tue-Sat 12:00-15:00, 17:00-22:00
3Smith's Brasserie
- Details
- Seafood
- Address
- 22 Wapping High Street, London, E1W 1NJ
- Phone
- +44 20 7488 3456
- Website
- smithsrestaurants.com
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 12:00-16:00, 18:00-22:00 · Sat 12:00-16:00, 18:00-22:30 · Sun 12:00-17:30
4Mildreds
- Details
- International · Fully vegan
- Address
- 12 Park Drive, London, E14 9ZW
- Phone
- +442080508704
- Website
- mildreds.com
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 09:00-23:00
5Boulebar Spitalfields
- Details
- French, Coffee Shop · Vegan options · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating
- Address
- Boulebar Spitalfields, 7 Frying Pan Alley, London, E1 7HS
- Phone
- +44203 763 3610
- Website
- boulebar.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun 12:00-00:00
6Cirilo Noodle Bar and Grill
- Details
- Chinese
- Address
- 4 Cable Street, London, E1 8JG
- Phone
- +44 20 7702 2299
- Website
- cirilonoodlebar.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Tue 17:00-23:00 · Wed-Fri 11:30-14:30,17:00-23:00 · Sat-Sun 15:00-23:00
7Nanna Biriyani
- Details
- Bangladeshi
- Address
- 14 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1EW
- Phone
- +44 207 375 3998
- Website
- nannabiryani.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun 12:00-23:00
8Lupita
- Details
- Mexican
- Address
- 60-62 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LT
- Phone
- +44 20 3141 6000
- Website
- lupita.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Wed 12:00-14:30, 17:30-22:00 · Thu 12:00-14:30, 17:30-22:30 · Fri 12:00-23:00 · Sun 12:00-22:00
9KOI Ramen Bar
- Details
- Dumplings, Ramen · Outdoor seating
- Address
- 6 New Drum Street, London, E1 7AT
- Phone
- +44 7367 094962
- Website
- koiramenbar.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Thu,Sun 11:30-22:00 · Fri-Sat 11:30-22:30
10Flat Earth Pizzas
- Details
- Pizza · Vegan options · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating
- Address
- 286-290 Cambridge Heath Road, London, E2 9DA
- Phone
- +44 20 7998 6556
- Website
- flatearthpizzas.com
- Opening hours
- Mon closed · Tue-Fri 08:00-22:00 · Sat 12:00-22:00 · Sun 12:00-20:00
How to choose a restaurant in Tower Hamlets
- Check the Food Standards Agency hygiene rating, displayed in the window or on the FSA website.
- Book ahead for Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Ask about set lunch menus, often much cheaper than dinner.
- Tell staff about allergies; restaurants must provide allergen information.
Checks and regulation: Every food business in England is inspected by the council and given a Food Hygiene Rating from 0 to 5.
How much does a restaurant cost in Tower Hamlets?
A two-course meal in a mid-range London restaurant typically costs £25–£45 per person before drinks and service. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Restaurants across Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets covers neighbourhoods such as Canary Wharf, Whitechapel, Bethnal Green, Spitalfields, Bow, Mile End, Poplar, Wapping (postcodes E1, E2, E3, E14, E1W). The restaurants listed on this page are located in or around E14, E1, E1W, E2. Getting around is easy thanks to the Elizabeth line, the Jubilee, Central, District and Hammersmith & City lines, the DLR and the Overground. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Restaurants in nearby boroughs
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisines can I find in Tower Hamlets?
Our list above shows the type of cuisine for each restaurant where known.
Is service charge compulsory?
A discretionary 12.5% service charge is common in London; you can ask for it to be removed if service was poor.
How can I check a restaurant's hygiene rating?
Search the Food Standards Agency website by name or postcode.
Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.