Food Scene
This is a complete hidden gem and seems to be known only to locals. It's an Italian neighbourhood restaurant but in a cosy modern style. The food is really excellent and the prices are reasonable. I would definitely recommend the Pappardelle con salsiccia e porcini - I get that practically every time...
It's usually pretty full on a Friday or Saturday night but it's not difficult to get a reservation. Definitely recommended if you want something tasty in the area and don't want to venture out of SE16!
26 locals recommend
Plough Way Cafe
Seafarer WayThis is a complete hidden gem and seems to be known only to locals. It's an Italian neighbourhood restaurant but in a cosy modern style. The food is really excellent and the prices are reasonable. I would definitely recommend the Pappardelle con salsiccia e porcini - I get that practically every time...
It's usually pretty full on a Friday or Saturday night but it's not difficult to get a reservation. Definitely recommended if you want something tasty in the area and don't want to venture out of SE16!
Canada Water Cafe
40 Surrey Quays RdMaltby Street Market
Maltby StreetBorough Market
Borough High StreetFantastic authentic Vietnamese canteen, seems to be known only to locals. Non-Asians are usually always very much in the minority in this restaurant too, which is always a good sign. It can be quite noisy and hectic, so don't expect Michelin-starred service and atmosphere!
104 locals recommend
Cafe East
3-5 Redriff RdFantastic authentic Vietnamese canteen, seems to be known only to locals. Non-Asians are usually always very much in the minority in this restaurant too, which is always a good sign. It can be quite noisy and hectic, so don't expect Michelin-starred service and atmosphere!
Shopping
Westfield Stratford City
157 Montfichet RdEntertainment & Activities
Surrey Docks Farm
Rotherhithe StreetArts & Culture
Brunel Museum
Railway AvenueEssentials
Absolutely enormous supermarket that sells all types of groceries and household items. Open 24/7 (except on Sundays when it closes at 5pm).
119 locals recommend
Tesco Extra
1 Armada Wy.Absolutely enormous supermarket that sells all types of groceries and household items. Open 24/7 (except on Sundays when it closes at 5pm).
Drinks & Nightlife
The Mayflower Pub
117 Rotherhithe St