New Study Identifies the Top 10 London Boroughs for Foodies!

Definitely make London your playground if you are an eater! Every borough has its fair share of gastronomic delights, from food markets packed with people to restaurants rated Michelin stars – London Tickets and Tours – researching the top 10 boroughs in London by the density of restaurants and eateries per 100,000 people. These regions are recommended for foodies and culinary lovers.

1. Westminster: A Foodies Paradise (Score: 8) 10/10 

Westminster, home to Chinatown, Soho, and Mayfair, ranks first with 3,838.44 restaurants per 100,000 residents. Westminster has many restaurants, including authentic Chinese in Chinatown and international restaurants like The Wolseley. A growing culinary scene draws visitors and residents alike.

Try it out: Taste classic Chinese cuisine at Four Seasons in Chinatown or a traditional British afternoon tea at Claridge’s.

2. Camden: Food Markets & World Eats (Score:  9.25/10)**

Camden is second with 1,850.37 restaurants per 100,000 people – and you can see why! Street food from across the globe is popular in this borough known for its colourful Camden Market. Camden Market serves Venezuelan arepas, Japanese ramen and Greek souvlaki. With its punk history and indie influences, Camden has a vibrant eating scene.

Try it out: See also: Mildreds for a vegan feast or Camden Market for a halloumi wrap.

3. Kensington and Chelsea: Michelin Star World-Class Restaurants (Rating:  8.78/10)

The exclusive Kensington and Chelsea neighborhood has 1,461.72 eateries per 100,000 residents. Among them are some of London’s most famous fine dining establishments – the three-Michelin-starred “Restaurant Gordon Ramsay” for example. You may find some food whether you visit Kensington Palace or Notting Hill.

Try it out: Try something Michelin-starred at The Ledbury or browse the bakeries and cafes of Notting Hill.

4. Independent and artsy vibes in Islington – 8.26 out of 10.

Islington has long been the home of artists and designers – and its culinary scene reflects that. Islington has 1,187.45 restaurants per 100,000 residents – independent cafes, gastropubs and other hidden gems. For those with a big appetite, the Upper Street neighbourhood has restaurants serving up many different international cuisines. To appreciate both the character and quality of food, Islington is for you.

Try it out: Ottolenghi serving Middle Eastern food and The Breakfast Club serves brunch.

5. Equally Delicious (Score: 6.69/10  in Hammersmith and Fulham / Tower Hamlets)

Hammersmith, Fulham, and Tower Hamlets are in fifth place with more than 1,050 restaurants per 100,000 inhabitants. Old pubs in Hammersmith and brunch spots in Fulham are familiar places. For fans of curry and East End fare, Brick Lane in Tower Hamlets is your place.

Try it out: In Tower Hamlets, try Dishoom, an Indian restaurant, or in Hammersmith one of the oldest pubs, The Dove, where you can relax with a beer.

6. Hackney: A Gourmet’s Paradise (Score: 7.70/10)

Hackney has gone from a industrial powerhouse to a hipster foodie hotspot with 992.09 restaurants per 100,000 residents. The area‘s diverse and inventive culinary culture makes Hackney’s cafes, vegan restaurants and pop-up eateries quite popular with younger Londoners. From handcrafted pizzas to East Asian fusion, this hip neighbourhood has many restaurants.

Try some vegan burgers at Temple of Seitan or artisan cocktails at Nightjar. 

7. Southwark’s Borough Market and Beyond. (Score: 8.41/10)

Borough Market – one of London’s most famous and historic food markets – is in Southwark on the Thames River’s south bank. Southwark has 919.14 restaurants per 100,000 people, including riverfront eateries and famous food stands. This Borough never disappoints, whether you want a scotch egg at Borough Market or fine dining at Le Pont de la Tour.

Try it out: Best pasta in town: Padella; while there, browse the vendors at Borough Market.

8. Lambeth: Street Food & Southbank: Give It Their Best (6.78/10)

Lambeth has 786.78 restaurants for every 100,000 residents – its biggest draw is the Southbank Food Market. In Lambeth there are many restaurants from street food to contemporary cuisine with Thames views. Its cuisine combines American comfort food with influences from around the globe.

Try it out: There are good burgers at * The Vaults * and outside on the Southbank.

Brewery Heaven, Wandsworth (Score: 8/10) 6.47/10)

Foodies will love Wandsworth with its 735.15 restaurants per 100,000 population – a nod to its brewing past. Wandsworth reflects its suburban vibe with riverfront pubs, chic bistros and local breweries.

Stop by The Alma for pub fare or Chez Bruce for contemporary British fare; all are must-tries.

10. Haringey: A Cheerleader (Score: 6.18/10)

In Haringey, there are 693.22 eateries per 100,000 residents – which is a diverse range of restaurants and cafes that embrace diversity. Some family-owned eateries in Haringey serve local specialities including Turkish kebabs and Caribbean curries.

Recommended: Visit Gokyuzu for Turkish food or Mama‘s Jerk for jerk chicken.

London’s Unrivalled Food Scene

Because of its 300 + languages and culinary traditions, London has one of the world’s most diverse food scenes. Whatever your tastes in cuisine, you can find something here because this city is a mix of old and new. The following boroughs have some of London’s best restaurants – whether you want a Michelin-starred establishment or a local gem.

A hospitality economy as varied as it is tasty has grown out of London’s great variety and tourist growth, according to Magdalena Petrusic of  London Tickets and Tours.