Best Historic Restaurants in Barbican

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1. Cloth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(197)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional French • Farringdon

Booked 19 times today

Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.

2. Le Cafe du Marche

4.7

Exceptional(1374)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Barbican

Booked 14 times today

Open for over three decades, Le Cafe du Marche remains a family run, independent French restaurant. Tucked down a cobbled mews on the corner of historic Charterhouse Square and a stones throw from Smithfield Meat Market, we offer honest French food in a convivial and characterful setting. Crossing the threshold, guests feel they escape the hustle and bustle of the Square Mile and instead are transported to the south of France. We have live jazz in the evenings

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3. The Hope Smithfield

3.6

Very Good(5)

Price: Moderate

• British • Farringdon

Booked 1 time today

The Hope is located in the center of the historic City of London with its classic and rustic charm we aim to have you relaxing with an amazing mix of great British classic pies and our hand-selected craft ales we have something for everyone here. We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails, spectacular wines, and superb coffee! Our food is all about you may have guessed pies! we offer two different chicken and beef variations but we also have vegan options, No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...

4. Bacchanalia

4.4

Awesome(1024)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Mayfair

Booked 107 times today

Culinary artistry, inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts. The Mediterranean’s finest ingredients are given centre-stage, and dishes are finished at table to theatrical acclaim. Breath-taking interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, where classical myths are retold through a modern palette of the most refined materials, and comforts to sink into. Dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst soar over the dining area, whilst the eye falls on piece after piece of original, antique sculpture.

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5. The Ivy City Garden

4.2

Awesome(7796)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street

Booked 165 times today

Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.

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6. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(196)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covent Garden

Booked 131 times today

In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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7. The Ivy West Street

4.5

Awesome(4950)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Covent Garden

Booked 116 times today

The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since 1917. The restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitome of real glamour. A shimmering central dining bar in the restaurant draws admiring attention, and the signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection ensure the longevity of this very British of dining institutions. Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables, and the advent of a “sea and shells” section. Director Fernando Peire leads a strong and experienced team to deliver the unfaltering service for which The Ivy has become well known over the years. The Ivy welcomes customers without reservations at the central dining bar, where the A La Carte and Set menus are both served.

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8. The George, Pub & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(611)

Price: Expensive

• British • Covent Garden

Booked 11 times today

The George Public House is a Victorian reincarnation of a 15th century coffee house located at the meeting point of the Strand and Fleet Street, directly facing the spectacular architecture of the Royal Courts of Justice and a 10 minute walk from the West End. In the Autumn of 2014, The George underwent an extensive and considerate refurbishment of the ground floor bar and first floor dining room. This saw the creation of an elegant and sophisticated restaurant; The George. We have carefully retained the original features of this historic pub and have tastefully added our own stamp while keeping a traditional feel throughout.The restaurant upstairs at The George is open all week and offers an exciting, modern British menu, using only the finest seasonal, local produce, as well as fantastic roasts on Sundays.We are currently offering the same menu in both the pub and the restaurant.

9. Gaucho City

4.6

Exceptional(1765)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Fenchurch Street

Booked 45 times today

Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!You’re about to dine in what was once the historic silver vaults of the Bank of England. Where porters once moved and carved precious metals of immense value, you are about to cut into the UK’s best beef.The dining room was redesigned in 2023, with inspiration drawn from the landscapes and textures of Latin America – a feature mural depicting the rolling Andes and their dusky hues takes pride of place along one wall of the restaurant.Serving carbon-neutral steak, fine wines and classic cocktails, Gaucho City marks the perfect base for business lunches in the large private dining room, celebratory steak or, simply, a few drinks at the bar. Join us for the best steak in the City of London.

10. The Wolseley City

4.6

Exceptional(80)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • London Bridge

Booked 8 times today

Rooted in the tradition of Europe’s grand café culture, The Wolseley City is known for its all-day dining, monochrome design details and landmark architecture, sited on the threshold of one of London’s most historic quarters on King William Street near Bank.

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Alison
London •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Lovely food and staff, left you alone to chat and there when you needed them. No rushing you away because they want the table, enjoyable atmosphere - just a lovely lovely place.
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Le Cafe du MarchePrice: Very Expensive• French• Barbican
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4.7
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Steve
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
A good experience given the time of the year, restaurant was very busy but the team maintained a good level of service. One small critique on one of the main courses steak was overcooked, but was taken off the final bill.
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The Ivy City GardenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Liverpool Street
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4.2
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Mark
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First visit, fabulous lunch, excellent staff and superb wine list.
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Cloth RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Traditional French• Farringdon
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4.7
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DonnaVIP
Orange County •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 9, 2024
This place is a must when in London. We had an amazing time the food was delicious and the service was excellent!! The manager was very accommodating and attentive to our needs! Shoutout to Clinton at the front he is amazing with crowd control and demands and request. Coat check lady’s were great also can’t forget them. We will be back next time in London.
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BacchanaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
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4.4
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Kat
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 11, 2024
I had a really wonderful experience at The Hope. There were flowers and candles on the tables and some brilliant music playing. The atmosphere was lovely! I had the Vegan pie and mash and it was so lovely - I'll certainly be visiting on my lunch breaks again in the near future! The staff were really kind and helpful. A cute little traditional pub with great food.
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The Hope SmithfieldPrice: Moderate• British• Farringdon
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3.6

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101 restaurants available nearby

1. Cloth Restaurant

2. Le Cafe du Marche

3. The Hope Smithfield

4. Bacchanalia

5. The Ivy City Garden

6. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

7. The Ivy West Street

8. The George, Pub & Restaurant

9. Gaucho City

10. The Wolseley City

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