The best restaurants in Spitalfields

Three Rounds Tavern in Spitalfields takes its name from a Chinese saying about conversation flowing after the third round of drinks, a philosophy reflected by the restaurant's drinks-led approach. Authentic Chinese comfort food, with standout soy-braised and smoked cold cuts, classic dishes like dumplings and salt-and-pepper squid, and thoughtful plant-based options., is anchored by a selection of intoxicating baijiu spirits, modern cocktails, and Chinese craft beers.

Award-winning Spitalfields restaurant Masala is one of the area's largest curry houses, serving authentic Indian and Bangladeshi dishes to up to 150 diners across two floors. Its clean, contemporary take on the classic curry house makes it suitable for everything from relaxed lunches to family gatherings and larger celebrations, all facilitated by efficient, professional service. The menu spans tandoori grills, biryanis, thalis, and other well-loved favourites.

Spitalfields restaurant Aba-Ra! delivers genuine, full-flavoured Georgian dishes in a cosy, family-run setting. The menu centres on authentic classics like cheese-filled khachapuri, delicate khinkali dumplings, warming soups, and traditional desserts, all served in a relaxed space with exposed brick, fur-topped seating, and colourful scribbles from satisfied guests. With Georgia boasting one of the world's oldest winemaking traditions, the wine list is on point too.

Preem has been a reliable fixture of Spitalfields lunch crowds for years, serving affordable, authentic Indian food in a whitewashed dining room with colourful artwork and outdoor tables. The menu focuses on punchy balti dishes, alongside tandoori favourites, biryanis, classic curries and a wealth of vegetarian options. With late opening hours, a fully licensed bar, and great-value set menus, Preem remains a go-to spot for an easy, satisfying curry in East London.

Holding a Michelin star for more than a decade, Galvin La Chapelle is renowned for its refined take on classic French cuisine. The kitchen balances seasonal produce and traditional techniques with a contemporary sensibility, delivering elegant, assured dishes throughout the menu. Thoughtfully composed plates are matched by an extensive, high-quality wine list, rounding off one of the most polished dining experiences in Spitalfields.

Housed in what was once a textile warehouse, Som Saa pairs its raw, unfussy interiors with fiery Thai cooking inspired by the country's varied regions. Groups can order a tem toh sharing feast, designed for the whole table, and there's an à la carte menu with highlights like grilled chicken skewers topped with crisp fried shallots or pork braised in five-spice soy as well. A wide and thoughtful selection of vegan dishes makes sure plant-based diners feel welcome too.

The Spitalfields branch of Gunpowder delivers the refined Indian small plates characteristic of Harneet Baweja's acclaimed restaurant group. Served in a compact, atmospheric space with only 20 covers, adding to the restaurant's exclusive feel, the menu reinterprets regional classics from across India, for example from Keralan beef pepper fry or Goan-style grilled prawns, alongside a generous selection of vegetarian dishes.

Sông Quê Café in Kingsland Road has been one of London's most popular Vietnamese eateries for more than two decades, and in early 2026 it finally branched out. Sibling venue Sông Quê Pho Bar focuses on the country's iconic noodle soup, showcasing the full range of pho that made the original café so popular, alongside a selection of Vietnamese small bites and an inventive cocktail list. Despite the recent launch date, there's a wealth of experience behind the scenes here, shooting the Pho Bar up the ranks of Spitalfields restaurants.

Crispin is an all-day restaurant and wine bar in Spitalfields, where seasonal sharing plates are accompanied by a robust list of low-intervention wines. The cuisine draws on modern European flavours, highlighting produce sourced from local, independent growers and small farms. Similarly, the wine list champions mostly natural bottles, often made from lesser-known grape varieties, while the unfussy, pared-back interior provides just the right backdrop.

Yes, all of the Middle Eastern food served at Bubala is vegetarian and/or vegan, but don't let that put you off even if you're a devout meater. The menu consistently impresses, balancing signature favourites such as halloumi with black seed honey or the silken, pilgrimage-worthy hummus with seasonal newcomers that are always up for stealing the show. Grab one of the counter seats to take in the kitchen bustle as you dine, or up the cosiness with an intimate table for two.

St. John Bread and Wine might not have the renown – or Michelin star – of its world-famous parent, but this Spitalfields spin-off is still well worth your time. A tad more casual than the original, it's still a bastion of firmly nose-to-tail, offal-and-all British cuisine, served in a white-washed setting guided by simple functionality. The menu changes daily, the wine list is comprehensive, and you can grab a bag of madeleines from the bakery counter for home.

Spread across multiple floors, The Culpeper fits any occasion. There's the welcoming pub on the ground floor that's reason enough for a visit, but head upstairs and you'll find a French-focused dining room, boutique accommodation, and even a rooftop woodland garden, where they grow their own herbs for use in the kitchen. In warmer months, it's also one of the best spots in Spitalfields for soaking up the  sun.

Kolamba East is distinguished by a calm, zen-like ambiance, with trailing greenery, exposed brickwork, and soft, low lighting creating a quietly immersive backdrop. Until the dishes arrive, that is. The bold flavours of time-honoured Sri Lankan recipes are on full display at this Spitalfields restaurants, featuring classics such as bone-in Ceylon chicken curry with coconut milk, or roasted pumpkin with black pepper and red chilli. Zesty and memorable.

Angelina has long been one of Hackney's hottest tickets, and when it announced it's expanding to Spitalfields in 2025, the hype followed. Like its parent, Osteria Angelina is all about Itameshi fusion cooking, combining Italian and Japanese culinary traditions to reimagine and umamify classic dishes – think sausage and unagi risotto, or tomato pasta with kosho ferment. The industrial chic interiors might seem imposing, but the vibe is relaxed and easy-going.

Set within a Grade II-listed buildings, One Club Row is a stylish Spitalfields restaurant and bar channelling a touch of old-school New York glamour. Designed for lingering lunches fuelled by martinis and dishes such as bone-in ribeye with chipotle hollandaise or delicate tuna crudo, the venue enhances the ambiance with a live pianist tinkling away. Private dining can be booked in the former apartments above.