Bermondsey, Rotherhithe and the Old Kent Road cover a broad stretch of south-east London where river history, railway arches and long residential streets shape the way people eat. Around Bermondsey Street and the arches near London Bridge, small restaurants favour counter dining and ambitious sharing plates. Rotherhithe contributes waterside pubs and neighbourhood kitchens, while Tower Bridge Road and the roads towards Elephant and Castle remain strong for inexpensive specialists and established family restaurants.
The ten places below range from Portuguese small plates and creative Latin American cooking to Japanese ramen, Indian grills, British pub food and sustainably sourced fish and chips. Some are destinations, but others succeed because they understand a specific local need: an early breakfast near London South Bank University, a bowl of noodles after work, or a Sunday meal beside the Thames. Together they show how much variety sits between SE1 and SE16.
Check the practical details before travelling. Several restaurants close on Mondays, many divide lunch and dinner service, and The Mayflower’s outdoor jetty is generally kept for walk-ins even when indoor tables can be booked. Menus change with season and supply, so check current dishes and prices and confirm allergies directly. Tokoton Ramen is at 25 Bartholomew Street, a short walk from the main Old Kent Road corridor.
The Mayflower
The Mayflower combines a historic Rotherhithe pub with one of the area’s most atmospheric dining settings. Its timbered rooms, open fire and deck over the Thames give the visit a strong sense of place, yet the kitchen is more than scenery. Fresh, seasonal British dishes support the pub’s traditional ales, and the upstairs restaurant works for a planned meal while the bar and riverside jetty suit a spontaneous pint and plate.
Freshly battered haddock with chips, mushy peas and tartare sauce is the obvious first choice. House-made pies, slow-braised lamb shoulder and sausages with mash keep the menu rooted in pub cooking, while scallops, mussels and pan-fried sea bass broaden the seafood. A cauliflower and chickpea coconut curry gives vegans a proper main. Sunday service brings roasts and can be busy, so reserve the dining room for a group; visit around sunset if the river view matters and be prepared to wait for an outdoor table.
Address: 117 Rotherhithe Street, London SE16 4NF
The Mayflower Pub Menu
STARTERS & SHARERS
Soup of the Day
served with bread
Beetroot & Chickpea Croquettes
with spiced roasted pepper sauce
Mussels
with coconut, chilli, saffron, coriander & lemongrass. served with chips
Baby Squid
cooked in a tomato, chilli & garlic sauce. served with bread
Pan-Seared Scallops
cauliflower & apple purée, chorizo & caper brown butter
Tamworth Scotch Egg
served with tomato salad & spicy mayo
Charcuterie Plate
three cured meats, brie, olives, pickles, hummus & croutons
Grilled Goat’s Cheese
with romesco, charred leeks & pickled shallots
Halloumi Bites
with sweet chilli sauce
SHARING PLATTERS
Seafood Paella
saffron-infused rice with mussels, prawns, squid & octopus
Vegetarian Platter
stuffed Portobello mushrooms with cheese,roasted vegetables, falafel, pickles, olives, hummus & artichoke. served with pita bread
BBQ Baby Ribs Platter
slow-cooked bbq baby ribs served with potato wedges & tomato salad
BURGERS
All our burgers are served with chunky chips and coleslaw
Beetroot, Quinoa & Chickpea Vegan Burger
lettuce, tomato, cucumber relish, avocado, & chipotle mayo
Beef Burger
cheese, crispy bacon, fried onions, pickles,tomato, lettuce, & burger sauce
Crispy Breaded Chicken Burger
with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, radish & aioli
MAINS
Today’s Steak
served with creamy mashed potato or chunky chips, sautéed mushrooms, roasted tomato, broccoli & red wine jus. ask the team for today’s cut & price
Slow Braised Lamb Shoulder
with chive mashed potato, onion purée, glazed carrots, broccoli & gravy
Pan-Fried Sea Bass
served with sautéed gnocchi, spinach, cherry tomatoes, chilli, garlic butter & caper dressing
Confit Duck Leg
white bean & red cabbage purée, fondant sweet potato, broccoli & orange jus
Roasted Cauliflower & Chickpea Coconut Curry
served with spinach & basmati rice
Fresh Spätzle
with wild mushrooms, asparagus, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, burrata, chilli & garlic butter
Victor’s House-Made Pies
Choose from Steak, Chicken or Vegan Shepherd’s Pie served with mashed potato, seasonal vegetables & gravy
Victor’s House-Made Pork Sausages or Vegan Sausages
served with mashed potato, vegetables & gravy
Warm Chicken Fillets
with chorizo, new potatoes, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, salad & chimichurri
Quinoa & Halloumi Salad
roasted squash, cherry tomatoes, red onion, spinach, chilli, coriander and lemon dressing
Fish & Chips
freshly battered haddock with chips, mushy peas & tartare sauce
SIDES
Marinated Olives
Mac & Cheese
Chips
Mashed Potato
Potato Wedges with sour cream and chives
Hummus with warm pita bread
Onion Rings
Roasted Honey Carrots
Charred Broccoli, Lemon Butter
Mixed Leaf Salad
DESSERTS - ALL 9.5
Sticky Toffee Pudding
with a warm toffee sauce & vanilla ice cream
Dark Chocolate Fondant
with raspberry sorbet & blood orange
Lemon Posset
peach, mint & shortbread crumble
Coconut Panna Cotta
pineapple, berries & lime
Basque Cheesecake
strawberries & honeycomb
Cheeseboard
with crackers and grape & pear chutney
STARTERS
Pre-order only for group dining - please call the pub for more information
Mixed Seafood Ceviche
squid, prawns & octopus, tomato, red onion, chilli & coriander, citrus
Braised Pork Neck
crispy polenta, greens , mustard sauce & pickled shallots
Burrata
tomato carpaccio, basil, capers & chilli shallot vinaigrette
Sweetcorn & Carrot Fritters
beetroot hummus & herbs
MAINS
Pre-order only for group dining - please call the pub for more information
Ribeye Steak
creamy mash, mushrooms, green beans, tomatoes & Café de Paris butter
Pan-fried Cod
light tonnato, roasted peppers, buttered new potatoes, brown butter & capers
Homemade Gnocchi
wild mushrooms, mixed peppers, spinach, chilli garlic butter & buffalo mozzarella
Quinoa Salad
crispy tofu, roasted mixed vegetables, avocado, tomatoes, pickled red onion & lemon herb dressing
DESSERTS
Pre-order only for group dining - please call the pub for more information
Coffee & Baileys Crème Brûlée
caramelised sugar, butter shortbread
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
raspberry purée, mixed berries
Classic Tiramisù
espresso, mascarpone, cocoa
Cheeseboard
selection of cheeses, pear chutney, grapes, crackers
MAINS
Our Sunday menu changes weekly however the roasts below are always available unless sold out.
Roast Beef Sirloin
Roast Chicken
Roast Pork Belly
Roast Lamb
Vegetarian Wellington
Vegan Pie
STARTERS
Festive Menu
£35 for 2 Courses or £40 for 3 Courses
Vegetable Soup
with toasted bread (df,gfo,v,vg)
Swordfish Ceviche
red onions, coriander, chilli, sweetcorn, avocado, lime juice (df,gf)
Chicken Liver Parfait
with croutons & mango chutney (gfo)
MAINS
Festive Menu
£35 for 2 Courses or £40 for 3 Courses
Roast Turkey
with pigs in blankets, sausage stuffing, mixed veg, roasted potatoes. Served with gravy & cranberry sauce (gfo,df)
Pan Fried Fillet of Sea Bass
with crushed new potatoes, chorizo, sundried tomatoes, capers & prawn sauce (df,gfo)
Gnocchi
with mixed peppers, spring onion, chilli, garlic, smoked tofu & rocket (v,vgo,dfo)
DESSERTS
Festive Menu
£35 for 2 Courses or £40 for 3 Courses
Christmas Pudding
with Brandy sauce (v)
Sticky Toffee Pudding
with vanilla ice-cream (v)
Chocolate Tart
with vegan vanilla ice-cream (df,gf,v,vg)
Cheeseboard
with grapes, quince & crackers (v,gfo)
STARTERS
3 Course Christmas Day Menu
£85 per head. 1pm sitting & 3.30pm sitting
Butternut Squash & Sweet Potato Soup
with toasted bread (df,gfo,v,vg)
Fillet Steak
with oxtail croquette, aubergine caviar & red wine jus
Seared Salmon
with prawns, edamame, avocado purée & radish salad (df,gf)
MAINS
3 Course Christmas Day Menu
£85 per head. 1pm sitting & 3.30pm sitting
Roast Turkey
with pigs in blankets, sausage stuffing, mixed veg, roasted potatoes. Served with gravy & cranberry sauce (gfo,df)
Monkfish
mussels, squid, prawn stew & garlic bread (dfo,gfo)
Risotto
king oyster mushrooms & asparagus with Parmesan crisps (dfo,gf,v,vgo)
DESSERTS
3 Course Christmas Day Menu
£85 per head. 1pm sitting & 3.30pm sitting
Christmas Pudding
with Brandy sauce (v)
Sticky Toffee Pudding
with vanilla ice-cream (v)
Chocolate Tart
with vegan vanilla ice-cream (df,gf,v,vg)
Cheeseboard
with grapes, quince & crackers (v,gfo)
DESSERTS - ALL £9.50
Warm Chocolate Fondant
with vanilla ice cream on cocoa soil, fresh berries
Basque Cheesecake
with forest fruit compote & honeycomb
Sticky Toffee Pudding
with vanilla ice cream & pecan toffee sauce
Vegan Peach Cobbler
with vegan ice cream & toasted coconut flakes
Orange Crème Brûlée
with candied orange & biscuit sable
Cheeseboard
with crackers and grape & pear chutney
Espresso
TEAS
We use Monmouth Coffee and have semi-skimmed or oat milk.
English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chamomile, Green, Peppermint, Red Berries
DIGESTIVES
All served with or without ice at 50ml
Ruby Port 100ml
LBV Port 100ml
Sauternes 125ml
Negroni 75ml
Amontilado Sherry 100ml
Baileys
Disaronno
Limoncello
Kahlua
Grappa
Sambuca
Courvorsier
Remy Martin
Sparkling Wine & Prosecco
PROSECCO
Amodo, Italy Glass - 125ml 6.6 Bottle 36
NUTBOURNE VINTAGE
England Glass - 125ml 9.7 Bottle 53
CHAMPAGNE
Devaux, France Bottle 75
CHAMPAGNE
Bollinger NV, France Bottle 95
Rosé
CLARETE ROSE
Karman, Spain 125ml 5.5 175ml 8 250ml 10.5 Bottle 30
COTES DE PROVENCE
Villa Estrelle, France 125ml 7 175ml 10.5 250ml 14 Bottle 42
White
PINOT GRIGIO
Giotto, Italy 125ml 5 175ml 7.4 250ml 9.9 Bottle 27
CHARDONNAY
Dreamweaver, Australia 125ml 5.1 175ml 7.7 250ml 10.3 Bottle 28
CHENIN BLANC
kumi, South Africa 125ml 5.5 175ml 8 250ml 10.5 Bottle 30
ALBARINO
La Huida, Spain 125ml 5.9 175ml 8.8 250ml 11.7 Bottle 32
GAVI
La Luciana, Italy 125ml 6.8 175ml 10.5 250ml 13.7 Bottle 41
ASSYRTIKO
Kir-Yianni, Greece 125ml 7 175ml 10.75 250ml 14 Bottle 42
SAUVIGNON BLANC
Framingham, New Zealand Bottle 46
Red
MERLOT
El Pico, Chile 125ml 5 175ml 7.4 250ml 9.9 Bottle 27
RIBEIRA VELHA
Douro, Portugal 125ml 5.4 175ml 8.2 250ml 11 Bottle 30
RIOJA
Camino del Monte, Spain 125ml 6.4 175ml 9.6 250ml 12.8 Bottle 35
COTES DU RHONE
Famille Perrin, France 125ml 6.7 175ml 10 250ml 13.4 Bottle 40
MALBEC
Phebus, Argentina 125ml 6.8 175ml 10.5 250ml 13.7 Bottle 41
VALPOLICELLA
Riondo, Italy 125ml 7.5 175ml 11 250ml 15 Bottle 44
BAROLO
Araldica, Italy Bottle 52
Draught Beers
ABK Lager 5%
Half 3.9 | Pint 7.8
Amstel Lager 4.1%
Half 3.25 | Pint 6.5
Blue Moon 5.4%
Half 3.8 | Pint 7.6
Brixton Coldharbour Lager 4.4%
Half 3.75 | Pint 7.5
Estrella Galicia 4.6%
Half 3.75 | Pint 7.5
Estrella Galicia 0%
Half 2.9 | Pint 5.8
Jubel Peach 4%
Half 3.8 | Pint 7.6
Level Head Session 4.3%
Half 3.7 | Pint 7.4
Hazy Day IPA 4.3%
Half 3.75 | Pint 7.5
Aspalls Cider 4.6%
Half 3.3 | Pint 6.6
Guinness 4.2%
Half 3.55 | Pint 7.1
Guest Beers
Rasberry Sour 5.0%
Half 3.25 | Pint 6.5
Cloudy Lemonade Sour 4.2%
Half 3.25 | Pint 6.5
Lucky Saint IPA 0.5%
Half 2.75 | Pint 5.5
Peroni GF 5%
Half 2.85 | Pint 5.7
Mad Squirrel GF Pale 3.8%
Half 3 | Pint 6
Lonkero The Long Finish 440ml 4.7%
Half 3 | Pint 6 Gin, Grapefruit & Botanicals over ice)
Bar Douro London Bridge
Bar Douro channels Portuguese food and wine through a tiled railway arch at Flat Iron Square. Counter seats face the open kitchen, making the preparation part of the evening, while a terrace provides a looser warm-weather option. The menu follows a small-plate format but remains grounded in recognisable regional dishes rather than treating sharing as an excuse for tiny portions. It suits a pair especially well, since two diners can cover snacks, vegetables, seafood and meat without over-ordering.
Start with smoked alheira sausage croquettes or salt-cod fritters, then add bacalhau à Brás, the soft, savoury hash of salt cod, potato and egg. Garlic prawns, octopus salad and punched potatoes bring contrasting textures. On the richer side, grilled flat iron steak with mustard sauce and acorn-fed black pig make good centrepieces. Finish with a pastel de nata and cinnamon ice cream. Ask for Portuguese wine guidance, order in two waves and leave room on the counter so each hot plate can be eaten promptly.
Address: Arch 35B, 85B Southwark Bridge Road, London SE1 0NQ
Bar Douro London Bridge Menu
PETISCOS | SNACKS
Sourdough & Bar Douro olive oil (ve)
Marinated olives (ve)
Milho frito | Crispy polenta & fermented red pepper sauce (ve)
Croquetes de alheira | Smoked Portuguese sausage croquetes
Pataniscas de bacalhau | Salt cod fritters
Salada de polvo | Octopus salad
ENCHIDOS | CURED MEATS
Paio do cachaço de Porco Preto | Acorn-fed black pig neck
Presunto de Porco Preto | Acorn-fed black pig ham
HORTA | GARDEN
Batatas a murro | Garlic punched potatoes (ve)
Heritage tomatoes & white port vinaigrette (ve)
Arroz de curgete e tomate | Courgette & tomato rice (v)*(ve)*
Tenderstem broccoli, almonds & homemade requeijão (v)(ve)*
MAR | SEA
Bacalhau à Brás | Salt cod hash (v)*
Cavala alimada com escabeche | Marinated mackerel
Gambas à Guilho | Garlic prawns
Atum & molho Vilão | Seared tuna & Vilão sauce
TERRA | LAND
Cachaço de porco com molho de Bifana | Pork neck & Bifana sauce
Bife à Marrare | Grilled flat iron steak & mustard sauce
Codorniz frita com acelga | Whole quail & rainbow chard
Secretos de Porco Preto | Acorn-fed black pig, peppers & onions
SOBREMESA | DESSERTS
Pastel de nata | Custard tart & cinnamon ice cream (v)
Abade de priscos | Traditional egg yolk pudding & lemon sorbet
Leite Creme | Burnt custard & marinated strawberries (v)
Tarte de Amêndoa | Almond tart & milk ice cream (v)
Ice cream & sorbet (choice of 2 scoops) (v)(ve)*
QUEIJO | CHEESE
Ilha São Miguel | Pasteurised cow’s milk cheese
Queijo Bica | Pasteurise goat’s, cow’s & sheep’s milk cheese
Queijo de Azeitão | Raw sheep’s milk cheese (v)
Cheese Selection
Served with homemade jam & oat biscuits
DRINKS
White Port Tonic
Baga Negroni
White Negroni
Ginjinha Spritz
Paladar
Paladar serves contemporary Latin American food in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen near St George’s Circus. Its dishes draw on ingredients and techniques from across Central and South America, and the wine list stays within the same geography. A covered garden adds a calm space behind the London Road frontage, while the art displayed throughout the restaurant gives it an identity beyond dinner. It is particularly useful for groups managing coeliac requirements without reducing everyone else’s choice.
Plantain crisps with guacamole and tapioca cheese croquettes with guava sauce make a lively opening. Tuna tostadas, salmon tiradito and grilled prawns bring acid and heat to the seafood, while cochinita pibil or Uruguayan rump steak supplies deeper savoury weight. Roasted aubergine with Maya hummus and black-bean sauce is a substantial plant-based option. Purple-corn churros with coffee dulce de leche finish the meal clearly. A tasting menu gives the kitchen control of the sequence; otherwise share widely and flag severe allergies when booking.
Address: 4–5 London Road, London SE1 6JZ
Paladar Elephant and Castle Menu
Pa Picar "to nibble"
Deep fried hominy corn dusted with house spice and lime
Green plantain crisps, taquero guacamole
‘Andinas Bravas’: purple Andean potatoes, cheese & ají amarillo crema
Criollo corn empanadas of the day, serrano chilli salsa
Tapioca & cheese croquette dice with guava and balsamic reduction
Crispy pork belly lettuce tacos, guacamole, Sriracha & agave reduction
Nikkei tuna* tostadas, guacamole and chipotle mayonnaise
Roast aubergine, black beans with salsa Negra, Maya hummus
El Mar - The Sea
Salmon tiradito, ponzu leche de tigre & citrus mayo, crispy boniato
LA TIERRA - The LAND
Grilled tiger prawns, plantain tostones, Colombian pacific coast salsa & Suero costeño
Grilled whole squid, sesame salsa macha, onion & coriander curtido
la granja- The farm
Grilled chicken thighs, achiote and red chilli mojo, torched sweetcorn
Chargrilled Uruguayan rump steak, house chimichurri & criollo corn arepas
Cochinita pibil*, corn tortillas, roasted pineapple & habanero chilli jam
sides
Green herb steamed rice with crispy fried onion
Chimichurri skin-on potato fries
Cassava chips, truffle oil and with chipotle mayonnaise
Charred gem lettuce hearts, ají amarillo pesto, smoked almond crunch
Side trio (rice, chimichurri fries & cassa chips)
dulces - sweet endings
Purple corn churros, chocolate & ancho chilli sauce , coffee dulce de leche
Creamy Cachaça flan with vibrant mora coulis, toasted coconut, star fruit
Duo of homemade ice cream/sorbet, cocada and candied chulpi corn crunch
Dessert Trio Platter to share
dessert wines
Errazuriz, Late harvest Sauvignon Blanc from chile (100ml glass)
Alcyone, Fortified Tannat from Uruguay (100ml glass)
Barsol, Perfecto Amor, Fortified Quebranta/ Torontel/ Italia from Peru (100ml glass)
dessert cocktails
Expressini (Fair Quinoa Vodka, Fair Coffee Liqueur, Expresso)
Té de Matusalem (Rum & passionfruit iced tea)
Canelazo (Zhumir Ecuadorian aguardiente ‘Hot Toddy’)
Café de Ketty (Rum Cubay, Dulce de leche, Cinnamon ‘Hot Coffee’)
TAPITOS
Tequila Bonbon (Chocolate tequila, condense milk & orange liqueur)
Tequila Flights (El Rayo Blanco, Codigo Rosa, Curado, Fortaleza)
Agave Flights (Bacanora Aguamiel, Tequila El Rayo, Mezcal Bruxo 1, La Venenosa Racilla)
Expresso
Double Expresso
Americano
Cappuccino
Latte
Cacao nibs, Lemon Verbena, Fresh mint, Chamomile, Hibiscus, Green yerba mate, Black tea
Weekday set Menu
For orders between 12 noon - 2.45pm and 5pm - 5.45pm (not available on weekends or Public Holidays)
Tapioca and cheese croquettes, guava and balsamic reduction
starter option
Crispy pork belly lettuce tacos, guacamole, agave sriracha chilli sauce reduction
starter option
Nikkei palm heart ceviche, white corn tostadas, guacamole
starter option
Grilled chicken thighs, achiote and red chilli mojo, torched sweetcorn
main option
Roast aubergine, black beans with salsa negra, Maya hummus
main option
Cochinita pibil*, corn tortillas, roasted pineapple & habanero chili jam
main option
Green herb rice Cassava chips & chipotle mayo
add a side dish (£5.80 each)
Chimichurri skin-on potato fries
add a side dish (£5.80 each)
Purple corn churros, coffee dulce de leche , chilli chocolate sauce
dessert option
One Main + Side
Two courses
Three courses
CHEF JOSE'S TASTING MENU
Price per person: 92.50 or 129.50 with four 125ml glasses of wine paired with the courses
Green plantain crisps, taquero guacamole
Pa Picar
Sashimi-grade Nikkei tuna, corn tostada, guacamole, chipotle mayonnaise
Pa Picar
Grilled tiger prawns, plantain tostones, Colombian Pacific coast salsa, suero costeño
Mar y rio
Salmon* tiradito, ponzu leche de tigre & citrus mayo, crispy boniato
El Mar
Chargrilled Uruguayan rump steak, house chimichurri & criollo corn arepas
la granja
Chicken thigh fillet, achiote and red chilli mojo, torched sweetcorn
la granja
Grilled gem lettuce hearts, ají amarillo pesto, smoked almond crunch
la granja
Cassava chips, truffle oil and chipotle mayonnaise
la granja
Purple corn churros, coffee dulce de leche , chocolate ancho chilli sauce
dulce final
Creamy Cachaça flan with vibrant mora coulis, toasted coconut, star fruit
dulce final
CHEF JOSE'S vegetarian TASTING MENU
Pulled jack fruit, guajillo chilli, roasted pineapple & habanero chilli jam, corn tacos
pa'picar
Black bean criollo corn empanadas, serrano chilli salsa
Green plantain crisps, taquero guacamole
Nikkei palm heart and avocado tostada
Lulo and jalapeño sorbet, Aguardiente liqueur, Chamoy
Lulo and jalapeño sorbet, Aguardiente liqueur, Chamoy
roast aubergine, black beans with salsa negra, Maya hummus
la tierra
Charred gem lettuce hearts, ají amarillo pesto, smoked almond crunch
la tierra
Green herb steamed rice with crispy fried onion
la tierra
Purple corn churros, coffee dulce de leche , chocolate ancho chilli sauce
dulce final
Creamy Cachaça flan with vibrant mora coulis, toasted coconut, star fruit
dulce final
'Fiesta' Sharing Feast Menu
(+£11.5 per person)
Margarita
Suggested Welcome Cocktail
Grilled tiger prawns, plantain tostones, Colombian Pacific coast salsa, suero costeño
Mains served with: Green herb steamed rice with fried garlic Chimichurri skin-on potato fries Cassava chips, truffle oil and chipotle mayonnaise
Cochinita pibil, corn tortillas, roasted pineapple & habanero chilli jam
Main Dishes
Roast aubergine, black beans salsa negra, Maya hummus
Main Dishes
Green plantain crisps with guacamole taquero
Starters
Tapioca and cheese croquettes, guava and balsamic reduction
Starters
Crispy pork belly lettuce tacos, guacamole, Sriracha & agave reduction
Starters
Nikkei tuna* tostadas, guacamole, chipotle mayo
Starters
'Fiesta Lite' Sharing Menu
Suggested Welcome Cocktail • £42.50 per person • (+£11.5 per person)
Margarita
Suggested Welcome Cocktail
Green plantain crisps, guacamole taquero
Starters
Tapioca and cheese croquette dice, guava and balsamic reduction
Starters
‘Andinas Bravas’: purple Andean potatoes, cheese & aji Amarillo crema
Starters
Grilled tiger prawns, plantain tostones, Colombian Pacific coast salsa, suero costeño
Main Dishes
Grilled chicken thighs, achiote and red chilli salsa, torched sweetcorn
Main Dishes
Roast aubergine, black beans salsa negra, Maya hummus
Main Dishes
Green herb steamed rice with crispy onion Chimichurri skin-on potato fries
Mains served with:
Cassava chips, truffle oil and chipotle mayonnaise
Mains served with:
Purple corn churros, chocolate & ancho chilli sauce , coffee dulce de leche
Sweet Endings
Sharing Set LUNCH MENU
Three courses £37.5
Tapioca and cheese croquettes, guava and balsamic reduction
starters
Crispy pork belly, lettuce tacos, guacamole, agave sriracha chilli sauce reduction
starters
Nikkei palm heart ceviche, white corn tostadas, guacamole
starters
Grilled chicken thighs, achiote and red chilli mojo, torched sweetcorn
Mains
Roast aubergine, black beans with salsa negra, Maya hummus
Mains
Cochinita pibil*, corn tortillas, roasted pineapple & habanero chili jam
Mains
Green herb rice Cassava chips & chipotle mayo
Mains served with:
Chimichurri skin-on potato fries
Mains served with:
Purple corn churros, coffee dulce de leche , chilli chocolate sauce
Desserts
Cocktails
Bar Menu
Mezcarita
Mezcal Bruxo X, Agave Nectar, Fresh Lime
Commandante
Ron Cubay Añejo Rum (Old Fashioned with a hint of tobacco)
Pinga Del Jimador
Cantinero Tequila,Pineapple Juice, Lime, Agave Nectar & Egg White
Lupita
Cascahuin Tequila, Lulo, Passion Fruit, Lime, Agave & Jalapenos
Habanero
Ron Cubay Carta Blanca, Mint, Lime, Habanero Chilli`
Cucumber Pisquini
San Gallan Pisco Italia, Cucumber, Basil lime & simple syrup
O’Prosti
Velho Barreiro Cachaca, Lime, Passion fruit, simple syrup & a shot of sparkling wine
Mula del Maguey
Bruxo X Mezcal, Passion Fruit, Lime, Agave nectar, Ginger beer
Abueloni (Aged Negroni)
Rum Abuelo XII Two Oaks, Mancino Rosso, Campari
Açaí Bramble
Vitoria Regia Gin, Lime & Simple Syrup, Fair Acai Liquor
Wine By the Glass (125ml)
Kaiken Brut, Chardonnay/Pinot Noir, Mendoza, Argentina
Sparkling
Matias Morcos, Naranjo, Moscatel Rosado, Mendoza, Argentina
Orange
Solou, Malbec Rose, Mendoza, Argentina
Rose
Otronia, Rugientes, Gewürz/Chard/PG, Patagonia, Argentina
White
Mauricio Lorca, Lorca LO%, Criolla Blanca, Mendoza, Argentina
White
Alisios, Pinot Grigio/Riesling, Campanha, Brazil
White
La Ronciere, Cantoalba Pinot Noir, Lincanten Valley, Chile
Red
Bodegones del Sur, Marselan, Canelones, Uruguay
Red
La Riojana, Malbec, La Rioja, Argentina
Red
Beers & Sparkling Agave
Club Colombia, Lager, Colombia (330ml) ABV 4.0%
Buenos Ayres, Lager, Argentina (330ml) ABV 4.8%
Favelas, Lager, Brazil (330ml) GF ABV 5.0%
Nacional Morelos Pale Ale, Mexico (355ml) GF ABV 5.0%
Nacional Morelos IPA, Mexico (355ml) GF ABV 6.8%
ImpossiBrew, Lager (500ml) GF ABV 0.5%
Sagrado, Sparkling Agave (330ml) GF ABV 4.5%
Gin & Tonic
Vitoria Regia, London Dry, Brazil
Classic, juniper forward, crisp and citrusy
Principe de los Apostoles, Argentina
Herbal, mate-infused, citrus
Dictador Treasure Premium Aged Gin, Colombia
Barrel-aged, spiced, smooth tropical notes.
Dictador Ortodoxy Premium Aged Gin, Colombia
Rich, oak-aged, with vanilla undertones.
London to Lima Gin, Peru
Citrus-forward, Andean herbs, fresh finish.
Armonico, Mexico
Citrus, herbal, juniper, smooth balance.
Katun, Mexico
Herbl, earthy, vibrant Yucatan botanicals>
Vitoria Regia, Pink, Brazil
Fruity, floral, refreshing hibiscus gin>
Vitoria Regia, Tropical, Brazil
Tropical, fruity, exotic Brazilian flavours.
Canaima, Venezuela
Exotic, Amazonian botanicals, tropical citrus.
Amazzoni Rio Negro, Brazil
Rich, robust, complex Amazonian flavours
Amazzoni Matuarana, Brazil
Bold, herbal, distinct Amazonian infusion.
AGAVE SPIRITS
Cantinero, Tequila Blanco
Crisp, clean, with fresh citrus and peppery notes.
Bruxo X, Mezcal
Smoky, complex, with earthy and herbal flavours.
Cantinero, Tequila Reposado
Smooth, rich, with vanilla, oak, and spice.
Bruxo 1, Mezcal Espadin
Smoky, balanced, with earthy and citrusy undertones.
Codigo, Tequila Rosa
Floral, delicate, with soft berry and agave flavours.
Bruxo 2, Mezcal Barril/Espadin
Rich, smoky, with agave sweetness and herbal notes.
Cascahuin, Tequila Blanco
Fresh, herbal, with citrus, pepper, and earthy undertones.
Koch’El, Mezcal Ensamble
Complex, smoky, with fruit, spice, and floral hints.
Curado, Tequila Blanco
Sweet, agave-forward, with herbal and caramel hints.
Koch’El, Mezcal Madrecuishe
Earthy, vegetal, with peppery and smoky flavours.
Fortaleza, Tequila Blanco
Robust, bold, with agave, citrus, and mineral flavours.
The Lost Explorer, Salmiana
Herbal, bright, with vegetal and citrus undertones.
El Rayo, Tequila Plata
Bright, smooth, with grassy, citrus, and pepper notes.
Dangerous Don, Mezcal, Coffee Pechuga
Rich, smoky, with coffee and fruit flavours.
El Rayo, Tequila Reposado
Mellow, balanced, with oak, vanilla, and agave.
La Venenosa Sierra Occidental, Raicilla, Maximilliana
Wild, earthy, with citrus, herbal, and smoky notes.
Tekali, Almond Tequila
Sweet, nutty, with rich almond and vanilla flavours.
Aguamiel, Bacanora, Pacifica
Smoky, bold, with earthy and agave-forward flavours.
Tequila Black 38, Chocolate Cream
Creamy, chocolatey, with hints of vanilla and spice.
Ono, Sotol, Dasylirion
Earthy, grassy, with hints of pepper and smoke.
Tequila Flights: 4x25ml Tasting shots
El Rayo Blanco, Codigo Rosa, Curado, Fortaleza
Agave Flights: 4x25ml Tasting shots
Mezcal Flights: 4x25ml Tatsting shots
Virgin Cocktails
Brambleño
Apple Juice, Fresh Lime and Mora Pulp
Nojito
Classic Virgin Mojito
Virgin Pisquini
Cucumber, Basil, Pineapple and Lime
Caipifina
Crushed Orange, Lime & Lemon with Soda water
Caleño Sunshine
Caleño Dark & Spicy, Passion Fruit, Lime & Simple syrup
Virgin Margarita
Non-Alcoholic Agave Spirit, Lime Juice & Agave Nectar
Soft Drinks
Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero
Jarritos (Pineapple, Mandarin, Guava, Grapefruit)
Fresh Lemonade
Orange, Apple, Cranberry, Pineapple, Grapefruit Juice
Fever-Tree Tonic, Ginger Beer, Ginger Ale, Lemonade, Soda
Clamato
Paladar Still and Sparkling water
Chimichurris
Chimichurris is a chef-led Argentine parrilla where charcoal grilling provides the menu’s centre of gravity. Co-owner Nicolas Modad brings experience from Patagonia and a long period in the Brindisa kitchen, while Federico Fugazza connects the restaurant to Porteña’s Argentine street-food tradition. The result feels focused and convivial rather than corporate. It is a strong choice for steak, but sharing plates and vegetables mean a table does not need to order several near-identical cuts.
Empanadas, provoleta and chorizo make natural starters, followed by a cut of beef selected for the balance of tenderness and flavour you prefer. Ribeye brings richer marbling, sirloin is firmer and cleaner, and sharing cuts suit a larger table. Chimichurri supplies the expected herb and vinegar lift; grilled vegetables, salad or potatoes keep the meal in proportion. Ask staff to explain weights and doneness before ordering, since the largest cut is rarely necessary. Lunch operates on selected days, while evening reservations are the safest plan.
Address: 132 Southwark Bridge Road, London SE1 0DG
Chimichurris Menu
Appetizers
OLIVES
Marinated with our traditional chimichurri sauce
ESCABECHE DE BERENJENA Y QUESO DE CABRA
Marinated aubergine with goat’s cheese
EMPANADAS (2 units)
Argentinean traditional pasties
CHIMI FRIES
With provolone cheese and chimichurri sauce
PICADA PORTEÑA
Salame, cheese olive and peanuts
BREAD
Starters
CLASSIC PROVOLETA
Grilled provolone cheese with olive oil and oregano
PROVOLETA PORTEÑA
Grilled smoked provolone cheese with chimichurri, red pepper and mushrooms
MATRIMONIO
Chorizo and black pudding
MOLLEJAS
Sweetbread with chimi lemon sauce
PICADA DE PARRILLA
Sweetbread, chorizo, black pudding and provenzal fries
ROCKET SALAD
Rocket, parmesan cheese and dried tomatoes
Minutas
MILANESA WITH GUARNICION
Traditional beef escalope
MILANESA NAPOLITANA WITH GUARNICION
Beef escalope, with tomato sauce, cured ham and mozzarella cheese
SPECIAL MILANESA WITH GUARNICION
Traditional beef escalope with tomato, caramelized onion, ham, mozzarella, blue cheese, olives, roasted pepper and fried egg
RAVIOLI
Homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli with homemade mushroom sauce by Nico
From The Grill
PARRILLADA DE VEGETALES
Selection of grilled vegetables with pestochurri and almonds
BACALAO GRILLADO
Grilled cod with mashed potato and spinach with a capers sauce
PULPO ASADO
Grilled octopus with stuffed polenta, served with smoked paprika and salsa criolla
LAMB CUTLETS WITH GUARNICION
SECRETO IBERICO FROM SPAIN WITH GUARNICION
CHICKEN LEGS BONELESS WITH GUARNICION
SHORT RIBS WITH GUARNICION
OJO DE BIFE WITH GUARNICION 300G
Rib eye from Argentina
BIFE DE CHORIZO 300G WITH GUARNICON
Sirloin steak from Argentina
PARRILLADA “EL CLASICO”
Chorizo, black pudding, sirloin steak, rib eye and provoleta cheese.
Sides
MASH POTATO
SWEET POTATO FRIES
FRIES
TOMATO AND OREGANO SALAD
MIXED SALAD
FRIED EGGS ( 2 UNITS )
Desserts
PANQUEQUE WITH DULCE DE LECHE
ALMOND PUDDING
With dulce de leche
EMPANADA DE MANZANA
Argentinean apple crumble style with vanilla ice cream
ALFAJOR HELADO
Iced cookie with dulce de leche
ICE CREAM
Ask your server for flavor
Hot Drinks
LATTE
FLAT WHITE
CAPPUCCINO
AMERICANO
HOT CHOCOLATE
FRESH MINT TEA
ENGLISH BREAKFAST TEA
Tower Tandoori Restaurant
Tower Tandoori has served Tower Bridge Road since 1978 and remains one of the area’s most dependable Indian dining rooms. The menu joins Anglo-Indian favourites with regional dishes and modern grill preparations, marking allergens and dietary categories more clearly than many traditional curry houses. Its spacious setting and broad choice make it suitable for families and mixed groups, while the long local history gives the restaurant a character that newer delivery-led kitchens cannot reproduce.
Smoky lamb chops, tandoori king prawns and a trio of chicken tikka show the charcoal oven at its best. Paneer tikka and onion-and-kale bhajia give vegetarians distinctive starters. Continue with a regional lamb or chicken curry, a biryani, or seafood before choosing rice and bread to match the sauces. Ordering one dry grilled dish alongside two contrasting curries usually creates a better table than selecting only creamy preparations. Ask about heat levels, use the allergen markings as a starting point and confirm cross-contact directly when dietary risk is serious.
Address: 74–76 Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 4TP
Tower Tandoori Restaurant Menu
Appetisers
Trio Chicken Tikka
Combination of our classic chicken tikka, mint and lime tikka and murgh malai tikka.
Smoky Lamb Chops
Best end baby chops, homemade spicy mayo.
Tandoori King Prawns
Marinated with roasted spices and coriander, homemade green chutney.
Achari Paneer Tikka
Char-grilled, Rajasthani pickling spice, mango chutney.
Onion & Kale Bhaji
Nations favourite onion fritters, green chutney.
Punjabi Samosa
Spiced potato and garden pea filling, tamarind chutney.
Samosa Chaat
Traditional street snack with chaat masala, mint and tamarind and yoghurt.
Papadom Box & Chutney
Plain & spicy with mango and cumin chutney, spicy tomato chutney, tamarind and raisin.
Seasonal Specials
Vada Pav
Indian Street food inspired vegetarian burger, green chutney, spices.
Vegetables
Aloo Gobi
Cauliflower florets, moreish potato.
Palak Paneer
Garlicky spinach, paneer.
Dall Makhani
Slow cooked, creamy rich black lentils.
Punjabi Chole
Amritsari style chickpea, warm spices.
Bombay Aloo
New baby potatoes, curry leaves with tomato onion masala.
Tarka Dal
Yellow lentil tempered with garlic and whole red chilli.
Saag Aloo
Spicy spinach, potatoes.
Seasonal Specials
Seasonal Vegetarian Stir Fry
South Indian style veg medley of carrots, cabbage, coconut & mustard.
Main Course
Chicken Jalfrezi
Classic curry with chillies, peppers and spices.
Chicken Tikka Butter Masala
Creamy tomato, fenugreek, mace.
Organic Chicken Korma
Velvety cashew nut, mace, cardamom Korma sauce.
Shashlik
Sizzling Tandoori classic of chicken tikka, peppers, onions and tomatoes. Curry sauce.
Dum Pukht Mutton Biryani
Steamed in a sealed pot, saffron, spices, browned onion.
Tandoori Mixed Grill
Classic selection of tandoori specialities.
Mutton Rogan Josh
Classic Kashmiri tomato based gravy.
Kadhai Paneer
Cottage cheese, roasted garlic, mix pepper and onion.
Chef’s Specials
Mughlai Lamb Shank
Spice rich Baby lamb shank, lamb broth, jeera rice.
Jardaloo Gosht
Parsi inspired spicy lamb, tangy flavours, coriander seed and fried potato topping. Served with Pulau Rice.
Seafood Moilee
Seafood, heritage coconut curry with chillies and tomato. Served with Steamed Rice.
Paneer Lababdar
Rich Punjabi curry with homemade paneer. Served with Jeera Rice
Tandoori Piri Piri Chicken
Tandoori roasted chicken, Peri Peri Masala, seasonal salad.
Jinga Malabar
King Prawns in spicy coastal style curry of coconut milk. Served with coconut rice.
Goan Seabass
Spiced fish fry, rice cake, mustard seed and coconut broth.
Rice, Bread and Condiments
Pulao
Steamed
Lemon Rice With Cashews
Plain Nan
Garlic and Coriander Nan
Peshwari Nan
Cheese Nan
Date & Ginger Nan
Cucumber Raitha
Chillies, Onions & Lemon
Seasonal Specials
Masala Chips
Loaded with Indian style tomato sauce and chilli.
Bone Daddies Bermondsey
Bone Daddies Bermondsey sits among railway arches and breweries close to the Bermondsey Beer Mile. The group makes its long-cooked ramen broths here, and the branch doubles as a working base for recipe development, giving it a stronger connection to the food than a standard outpost. High stools, loud music and quick service create an informal mood suited to lunch, a pre-pub bowl or a lively meal with friends rather than a quiet celebration.
The namesake tonkotsu is the most direct introduction, while Pork Pork Chilli layers charred belly, minced pork and chilli oil for greater intensity. T22 offers a chicken-led alternative and monthly bowls create a reason to return. Korean fried wings, pig-bone ribs and bao are easy to share, but too many rich sides can flatten the broth. Taste first, add chilli gradually and order extra noodles for a larger appetite. The branch now opens early enough for the group’s breakfast ramen, a playful full-English variation rather than a traditional Japanese bowl.
Address: 27–28 Old Jamaica Business Estate, 24 Old Jamaica Road, London SE16 4AW
Bone Daddies Bermondsey Menu
Snacks
Edamame [VE]
Sea salt / sweet / spicy sesame / yuzu miso
Fried Chicken
Yuzu kosho mayo
Curry Fried Chicken
Red chilli pickle, spring onion, curry mayo
Chashu Croquettes
Pork, corn, sweet, spicy mayo
Katsu Curry Tator Tots
BD secret spice, red chilli pickle, spring onion, crispy onions, curry mayo
Tenderstem Broccoli
Yuzu kosho mayo
EDAMAME V
Sea salt / sweet + spicy sesame / yuzu miso
FRIED CHICKEN *
Yuzu kosho mayo
CURRY FRIED CHICKEN
Red chilli pickle, spring onion + curry mayo
CHASHU CROQUETTES
Pork, corn, sweet + spicy mayo
Bao Bun Menu
CRISPY DUCK BUN
Hoisin sauce, carrot pickle, spring onion + mayo
FRIED CHICKEN BUN
Carrot pickle, spring onion + wing sauce mayo
FRIED MISO AUBERGINE BUN
Miso, carrot pickle, spring onion + mayo
BROKEN SOY EGG BUN V
Mayo, spring onion, & Japanese mayonnaise.
Pork Bone Broth
TONKOTSU [THE OG]
Chashu pork belly, spring onion, bamboo, beansprouts, burnt garlic + half soy egg
YUZU TONKOTSU *
Fried chashu pork belly, spring onion, bamboo, beansprouts + half soy egg
PORK PORK CHILLI *
Charred pork belly, pork mince, chilli, chilli oil, spring onion, bamboo, beansprouts + half soy egg
SPICY MISO TONKOTSU **
3 miso tare, chashu pork belly, pork mince, beansprouts, bamboo, spring onions, half soy egg, mayu, chilli oil + noodles
Ramen
TANTANMEN 2 **
Chicken mince + pulled chicken, sesame, chilli bits, bok choy, beansprouts, half soy egg + noodles
LEMON PEPPER RAMEN
Charred chashu, charred spring onion, lemon, black + white pepper, bamboo, beansprouts, half soy egg + noodles
CURRY CURRY RAMEN **
Fried chicken, padron peppers, pickled red cabbage + noodles
KFD Ramen (The Kentucky Fried Daddy Ramen)
Bone Daddies homemade chicken broth, house gravy seasoning, Japanese fried chicken topped with BBQ mayo, tangy slaw, roasted corn, half soy egg, beansprouts, spring onion and noodles.
-WHAT'S HOT- & POPULAR DISHES
PORK PORK CHILLI
Charred pork belly, pork mince, chilli, chilli oil, spring onion, bamboo, beansprouts + half soy egg
KOREAN FRIED WINGS
BD Korean sauce & sesame
FRIED CHICKEN BUN
Carrot pickle, spring onion + wing sauce mayo
Tokoton Ramen
Tokoton Ramen is a compact independent run by three Japanese owners who describe their approach through the word tokoton: doing something thoroughly. The restaurant’s concise menu covers ramen, donburi and familiar sides, with more than half of the choices available as vegan dishes. That balance makes it one of the easiest noodle shops for a mixed table, and the relaxed room suits a weekday lunch or unfussy dinner away from the busier London Bridge streets.
Classic shoyu ramen combines chicken-and-pork broth with chashu, vegetables, nori and a soy-marinated egg. Miso brings extra depth, while the vegan creamy miso and black-garlic kuromayu bowls have their own plant-based broth rather than relying on omissions. Chicken or cauliflower karaage adds crunch; pork and vegan gyoza are reliable starters. Donburi topped with chashu, teriyaki tofu or dengaku aubergine offers a broth-free alternative. Order one bowl per person, share a side and try sake or Japanese beer if the visit is not rushed.
Address: 25 Bartholomew Street, London SE1 4AL
Tokoton Ramen Menu
Ramen
Special broth soup noodles
Classic Ramen
Our signature chicken and pork broth Shoyu Ramen, served with Cha Siu pork, vegetables, Nori seaweed and half Ajitama egg
Classic Miso Ramen
Chicken and pork broth Miso Ramen, served with Cha Siu pork, vegetables, Nori seaweed and half Ajitama egg
Creamy Miso Ramen (VG)
Our original plant based creamy Miso broth kamen, served with Char Siu Tofu, vegetables and Nori seaweed
Spicy Creamy Miso Ramen (VG)
Spicy Miso broth Ramen, served with Char Siu Tofu, vegetables and Nori seaweed
Kuromayu Black Ramen (VG)
Creamy Miso broth Ramen with Japanese roasted garlic oil
Extra Toppings (for both Ramen and Donburi)
Whole Ajitama egg
Cha siu pork
Ginger teriyaki tofu
Extra noodles
Nori seaweed
Donburi
Rice bowl (served with salad on Japanese rice)
Cha Siu Pork Donburi
Sliced Cha Siu pork
Chicken Karaage Donburi
Japanese Karaage fried chicken
Dengaku Miso Donburi (VG)
Aubergine and tofu with sweet Dengaku Miso sauce
Cauliflower Karaage Donburi (VG)
Japanese style deep fried cauliflower
Side Dishes
Classic Pork Gyoza (5pcs)
Traditional Japanese grilled pork dumpling
Vegan Gyoza (5pcs) (VG)
Chick pea and tofu dumpling
Chicken Karaage
Authentic Japanese style deep fried chicken
Cauliflower Karaage (VG)
Japanese style deep fried cauliflower
Age Nasu (VG)
Deep fried aubergine with sweet Dengaku Miso sauce
Kara Uma Cabbage (VG)
Cabbage cooked in our own chilli sauce recipe
Edamame (VG)
Salted boiled edamame beans
Sake
Plum wine
Hot Sake (Ozeki)
Kikumasamune
Dassai
Sparkling Sake
Cloudy Sake
Beer
Sapporo (on tap)
Asahi
Kirin
Soft Drinks
Water (sparkling/still)
Cold Green Tea
Hot Green Tea
Hot Oolong Tea
Hot Mint Tea
Hot Camomile Tea
fizzy drinks
The Royal Oak Borough
The Royal Oak is a proper neighbourhood pub owned by the Sussex brewer Harvey’s, known for well-kept cask ale and a dining room that avoids turning the building into a theme. Food follows a seasonal British pattern and is served on a more limited schedule than the bar, rewarding diners who check before setting out. It is a natural place for a pie, roast or simple plate accompanied by beer rather than cocktails and elaborate service.
The exact menu changes, but pies, sausages with mash, pork dishes and seasonal fish capture the kitchen’s strengths. At Sunday lunch, roasted meats and crisp potatoes are the natural focus; during the week, a smaller plate or pub classic can make a satisfying stop near Borough. Ask which dishes are made that day and choose a Harvey’s ale to match, since the pub’s cellar is central to its appeal. Booking helps at popular meal times, and diners should distinguish the food hours from the longer bar opening hours.
Address: 44 Tabard Street, London SE1 4JU
The Royal Oak Borough Menu
SNACKS
Mixed olives
Hummus, olive oil & warm flat bread
Scotch egg, mustard
Pork sausage roll, piccalilli
Crispy squid, aioli
Salt beef croquettes, horseradish mayo
Harvey’s rarebit on toast
MAINS
Fish & chips, tartare sauce, mushy peas
Cheeseburger, fries, pickles
Buttermilk fried chicken burger, fries, slaw
Harvey’s battered halloumi burger, fries, slaw
Cumberland sausages, mash, onion gravy
Pie of the day, mash, seasonal veg, gravy
Harvey’s beer battered haddock, chips, tartare sauce, mushy peas
Salt beef loaded fries, pickles, mustard mayo
Mac & cheese, garlic bread
Caesar salad, anchovies, croutons, parmesan
SIDES
Chips
Fries
Onion rings
Side salad
Seasonal veg
DESSERTS
Sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream
Chocolate brownie, vanilla ice cream
Ice cream selection
Joseph's Fish & Chips – Tower Bridge
Joseph’s treats fish and chips as a fresh seafood meal rather than a frozen convenience product. The Tower Bridge Road shop says its fish is never frozen and emphasises local, sustainable sourcing, while a small seating area allows visitors to eat the batter at its crispest. The offer is narrow by design, and its appeal comes from doing that familiar format carefully. It works for takeaway, a quick lunch or a casual sit-down meal.
Cod and haddock are the key decisions, with the day’s catch and availability signposted by the restaurant. Add chips, mushy peas, curry sauce or a pickled side according to taste, but avoid crowding the order before assessing the portion. The branch sometimes runs midweek fish-and-chip offers and names the current source of its fish, useful details that are best checked on the day. Eat in when possible, open takeaway packaging promptly to release steam, and tell staff about allergies because the shared fryer and batter handling matter.
Address: 83 Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 4TW
Joseph's Fish & Chips - Tower Bridge Menu
Joseph’s Specials
Small Appetite (cod)
Regular Cod, Chips, Tartare Sauce, Homemade Pickled Red Onion and Gherkin Garnish & a Lemon Wedge.
Appetisers
Panko Prawns
6 Deep Fried Panko Coated King Prawns With Homemade Tartare Sauce & Lemon Wedge.
Breaded Whitebait
Whole Whitebait Lightly Coated in a Fine Crispy Crumb, with Tartare Sauce & Lemon Wedge.
Calamari Rings (8 Pieces)
Battered & Served With Tartare Sauce & A Lemon Wedge
Fish
Fish does not include chips, please order separately.
Cod Large
Mild, sweet, with delicate flakes. The flavour of cod is not too fishy, which is why it’s a favourite among those not keen on the strong taste of seafood.When bought with chips will include free tartare sauce & pickled red onion garnish.
Haddock
A tender and moist texture, with a mild fishier flavor than cod.When bought with chips will include free tartare sauce & pickled red onion garnish.
Scampi (10 pieces)
Ten pieces of succulent breaded wholetail scampi tails, prepared by hand in a crispy bread crumb. When bought with chips will include free tartare sauce & pickled red onion garnish.
Sausages (beef)
Battered
Jumbo
Saveloy
Sides & Sauces
Curry Sauce 8oz
Homemade Mushy Peas 8oz
Homemade Tartare Sauce 4oz
Gravy 8oz
Chips
Pickles
Pickled Egg
Pickled Gherkin
Can Drinks 330ml
Coca Cola
Tango Orange
Coke Zero
Art Cafe London
Art Cafe London is a useful independent daytime restaurant opposite London South Bank University. It opens early, closes before dinner and serves the kind of broad café menu that supports students, commuters and local workers: cooked breakfasts, eggs, sandwiches, panini, salads, hot plates, juices and coffee. Its broad menu and early opening make it a dependable option for an everyday breakfast or lunch.
Poached eggs and avocado on toast make a lighter breakfast, while the Vegan Heaven combines avocado, mushrooms, beans, vegan sausage, hash brown and grilled tomatoes for a full plate. Bacon-and-egg rolls, Mediterranean-style hot food and filled panini suit a faster visit. Fresh juices and cakes provide the easiest afternoon order. Ask what has just been prepared rather than defaulting to the largest breakfast, and remember that Sunday is normally closed. This is a practical local choice, with value and hospitality carrying more weight than restaurant theatre.
Address: 17 London Road, London SE1 6JX
Artcafe Menu
Breakfast
English Breakfast
2 pieces of bacon, 1 cumberland sausage, mushrooms, hash brown, free range egg and toast.
Breakfast Pancakes
3 pieces of pancakes with bacon rashers, free range egg, hash brown and cumberland sausage.
Breakfast Roll
Roll with 2 pieces of bacon, sausage and an organic egg.
Ham & Cheese Croissant
Flaky pastry filled with ham and melted cheese.
Nutella Pancakes
2 crepes with banana and Nutella spread.
Pain Au Raisin
Flaky pastry filled with sweet raisins.
Meaty Breakfast
2 organic eggs, 2 pieces of bacon, 2 Cumberland sausages, 2 hash browns, toast.
Salmon Avocado
2 Free range Poached Eggs on toast with crushed Avocado and Smoked Salmon.
Bacon and Organic Egg Roll
2 Pieces of bacon and an organic egg in a roll.
Scrambled Eggs & Avocado Croissant Sandwich
2 Organic scrambled eggs with Avocado in Butter Croissant.
Scrambled Eggs on Toast
3 Free Range Scrambled Eggs on 2 Toasts served with Fresh Salad.
Veggie Breakfast
Beans, hash brown, avocado, hummus, free range egg and toast.
Bacon & Egg Croissant
Flaky pastry filled with crispy bacon and scrambled eggs.
Cheese & Ham Omelette
Cheese and Ham Omelette made with 3 organic eggs served with side salad or beans and toast.
Spanakopita with Greek salad
Flaky pastry filled with spinach and feta, served with a fresh Greek salad.
Cheese Omelette
Cheese Omelette made with 3 organic eggs, served with side salad or beans.
Vegan Breakfast
Sourdough toast with crushed avocado, grilled tomatoes, 2 hash browns and salad
Poached Eggs and Avocado on Toast
2 Free Range / Organic poached eggs on Toast with Avocado.
Butter Croissant
Freshly baked croissant
Sausage and Organic Egg Roll
2 Pieces of Cumberland sausages and an Organic Eggs in a roll.
Panini
Hot Food
Drinks
Tea
Fresh Juices
Extras
Desserts and Cakes
Snacks
Final Thoughts
This part of south-east London rewards diners who look beyond a single high street. The Mayflower offers the strongest setting and classic British meal beside the Thames, while Bar Douro and Paladar deliver the most polished sharing menus. Chimichurris is the destination for charcoal-grilled beef, Tower Tandoori supplies an established curry-house experience, and Joseph’s shows how satisfying a narrow fish-and-chip menu can be.
For noodles, Bone Daddies brings energy and rich broth to the arches, while Tokoton offers a quieter independent approach with unusually strong vegan choices. The Royal Oak remains valuable for seasonal pub food and cask ale, and Art Cafe covers breakfast and lunch with warmth and speed. Check opening times, decide whether atmosphere or a particular dish matters most, and use the live menus to plan the order. The neighbourhoods can then carry a day from early coffee to riverside supper without repeating a style of cooking.