11 Best Places to Eat Near The Shard in London

During your visit to London, you’ll have the chance to take in the city from the highest observation deck in Western Europe, The Shard. And after your visit, what better time to grab a bite to eat? This observatory is located in the **well-known London Bridge neighborhood,**where there are plenty of dining options, ranging from tasty burgers and traditional British dishes to fusion cuisine and dishes from other parts of the world, such as Italy, Peru, China, and Mexico.... The options are plentiful. Here’s a list for every taste and budget:

But first, be sure to check out the post on what to see and do in London to plan the rest of your trip in detail.

The Old King's Head is an affordable spot with great reviews. It’s a typical English pub offering a wide selection of beers and traditional dishes like sausages, burgers, and meatloaf served with mashed potatoes or fries, as well as appetizers like Doritos or chips.

The staff is very helpful and the atmosphere is very pleasant; many of the customers are locals. Additionally, this pub shows sports games and events on TV, and the music selection is excellent.

• Hours: The establishment is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and food service is available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Estimated price: approximately €10–15.
• Cuisine: British.
• Location: 45-49 Kings Head Yard, Borough High Street, London.

Bunch of Grapes is located between The Shard and Borough Market and is a typical British restaurant with a diverse menu that includes everything from vegetarian dishes like salads and hummus to a wide variety of burgers, sausages, battered cod, steaks, and the occasional Italian dish. Everything is made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. It also features a heated winter garden, perfect for enjoying a beer with friends.

The staff is very friendly and service is quick. Many of the customers are locals and tend to come back often.

• Hours: This establishment is open every day of the week from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Estimated price: starting at approximately €23.
• Cuisine: British.
• Location: 2 St. Thomas Street, Borough, London.

Patty & Bun is a great spot to enjoy a delicious burger that’s also vegetarian-friendly. They offer a wide variety of options that go beyond typical ingredients like zucchini, eggplant, and mushrooms, and can be topped with cilantro or chili peppers. They also serve other classic fast-food dishes.

The service is good, and the restaurant is clean.

• Hours: Open from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
• Estimated price: from €8–11 to approximately €18.
• Cuisine: Burgers.
• Location: 19 Borough High Street, London.

It’s a very popular spot in the UK for breakfast or a quick snack. Ideal if you want to grab something healthy without wasting time and continue your tour of London as quickly as possible.

Pret a Manger is a franchise founded in 1986 where you can enjoy salads, sandwiches, baguettes, and a wide variety of organic and 100% natural coffees. The staff is usually very friendly and the service is good. Plus, they often speak Spanish, so if your English is limited, you won’t have any trouble getting your point across.

• Hours: There are several Pret a Manger locations in London, but the one next to The Shard is open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Estimated price: €7–10.
• Cuisine: fast food, vegetarian, healthy.
• Where is it located?: 8 London Bridge Street, London.

Cuzco is a bar-restaurant where you can enjoy exquisite Peruvian dishes such as ceviche, calamari, yuca, pork cracklings, empanadas, seafood chaufa, or quinoa. A wide variety of options that delight diners who stop by this little corner of Peru in London.

The service and hospitality are also very good, but the prices are a bit high. Appetizers cost between €8 and €14, main courses between €17 and €23, and desserts start at €6, though the portions are small.

• Hours: Open Monday through Saturday from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
• Estimated price: starting at €29.
• Cuisine: Peruvian.
• Location: 4-5 London Bridge Street, London.

And if you’re looking for an Italian spot, the place to go is Pizza Pilgrims, located between London Bridge and the Tower of London. They offer a variety of wood-fired pizzas at affordable prices. Plus, they also have options for those looking for vegetarian or vegan meals.

• Hours: Pizza Pilgrims is open every day of the week: Mondays from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Tuesdays through Saturdays also from 12:00 PM but stays open until 10:30 PM, and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The staff is very friendly and the place
• Estimated price: starting at €11.
• Cuisine: Italian, pizzeria.
• Where is it located?: Unit SU48, Bermondsey Street, London.

Redwood Sport Pub & Kitchen is a sports pub, perfect for watching sports while having a beer or a burger. Very typical in England. They have a wide variety of food options, from burgers, pizzas, salads, hummus, nachos… And they also offer several set menu options starting at €25. The atmosphere is good, but it’s usually crowded. The service and hospitality are excellent, and the staff are friendly.

• Hours: This restaurant is open every day of the week. Sunday through Wednesday, from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM, and Thursday through Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 AM.
• Estimated price: €17–23.
• Cuisine: British.
• Location: London Bridge Station, London.

Pure is another very typical chain in England where you can have breakfast—both hot and cold—or enjoy a snack or appetizer at lunchtime. They offer dishes with chicken, chili, soups, pasta, burritos, salads… And in addition to coffee and tea, they have delicious hot chocolate.

The establishment is cozy, the staff is friendly, and the value for money is good.

• Hours: Pure is open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Estimated price: approximately €6 to €12
• Type of cuisine: fast food.
• Where is it located?: 8 London Bridge Street, London.

Chilango is a Mexican fast-food restaurant that serves burritos, hot boxes, and salads, which you can customize with various ingredients and top with traditional sauces like pico de gallo or salsa verde. The burritos and guacamole are highly recommended. You’ll definitely want to come back.

The service is good and fast. The staff is very friendly.

• Hours: Chilango is open every day of the week, Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Estimated price: approximately €10–12.
• Cuisine: fast food, Mexican.
• Where is it located?: 90 Tooley Street, London.

Honest Burgers is the perfect spot to grab a tasty burger made with high-quality beef, served with delicious fries or onion rings. They also offer vegan options. It’s undoubtedly an excellent choice and highly recommended if you’re visiting The Shard. Plus, the staff is very friendly and the service is great. A place worth revisiting.

• Hours: Open from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Estimated price: starting at €10.
• Cuisine: burgers, vegetarian.
• Where is it?: London Bridge Station, 6 Bermondsey Street, London.

Duddell's offers tasty, traditional Hong Kong dishes. Highly recommended if you want to try something different. As for the service, there is room for improvement.

• Hours: Lunch is served from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner hours vary by day. On Mondays and Sundays, it’s open from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM; on Wednesdays, hours are extended from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM; and from Thursday to Saturday, it’s open from 6:00 PM to midnight. Closed on Tuesdays.
• Estimated price: starting at €10.
• Cuisine: Chinese.
• Where is it located?: St. Thomas's Church, 9A St. Thomas Street, London.

London has a number of traditional dishes such as fish and chips, roast beef, meat pie, and the hamburgers so common in traditional pubs. Even so, due to its multicultural nature, you can enjoy a wide variety of dishes from other countries in this city. Pizzerias, Mexican, Peruvian, Argentinean, Japanese, and Chinese restaurants are very common, and you can even find some restaurants serving Spanish food. The options are diverse, and whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it.

But if you want to learn more about London’s cuisine, I recommend taking a food tour of London.

As you’ve read in this post, there are plenty of dining options in London, and while the city is generally expensive, there are options for every budget. You can get a bowl of soup for €3.50–€4, a slice of pizza for just €5, a burger for €6–€12, or a whole pizza starting at €8–€9. And, of course, if you’re not on a tight budget, you can head to a higher-end restaurant and dine for €20–€25 and up. You won’t regret it!

If you’d like more dining recommendations in London, be sure to check out the posts on places to eat near the London Eye or where to eat near the Tower of London to discover other restaurants worth visiting.

In London, breakfast is typically served from 7 to 10 a.m., lunch from 12 p.m. to 2–3 p.m., and dinner from 6 p.m. to 10–11 p.m.

Even so, since it’s a big city with so many residents and such diverse schedules, it’s common to find restaurants and cafes that serve food throughout the day—even if it’s not a full-course meal—just enough to keep you going. So, if you’re visiting London and your schedule is a bit off because you’re trying to make the most of your sightseeing, don’t worry—there are always options.

And remember that after visiting The Shard, you can continue your day’s itinerary with a visit to the Tower of London. Here’s a post where you can find all the information about tickets to the Tower of London, and after that, I recommend taking a cruise on the Thames.