Best Casual Restaurants in Forest Hill

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1. Hausu

4.8

Exceptional(26)

Price: Expensive

• International • Peckham

Booked 16 times today

Hausu is a restaurant and bar in the heart of Peckham, bringing an appreciation for taste and sound together with the creative spirit of South East London.We serve our own brand of flavours against the backdrop of a vintage hi-fidelity sound system, with the belief that music and food can bring people together.

2. Upstairs

4.8

Exceptional(400)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Clapham

Booked 8 times today

Almost three years on from its culinary christening, Upstairs has sparked a reputation for casual dining in its finest form. A self-contained dining space, Upstairs offers guests a selection of small plates from our daily-changing menu, all of which are cooked to order from an open island kitchen and designed to share.As well as being available for reservations and exclusive hires, Upstairs proudly plays host to a variety of exciting events and special evenings for our guests to enjoy; from expertly-led wine masterclasses to convivial Sunday lunches.Our aim has always been to offer our guests the opportunity to get closer to the cooking process than ever before, and with the unfaltering passion and dedication of our team, a recently (and very proudly) received Bib Gourmand Award, and the continued support of our wonderful guests, we truly see nowhere to go but up.

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3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

4.7

Exceptional(161)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Canary Wharf

Booked 80 times today

Canary Wharf, once a bustling harbour and now home to one of our restaurants, blends industrial history with modern elegance. Enjoy our Japanese menu in an artistic setting where exposed pipeworks meet fairytale ships. Perfect for any dining occasion. Expect quality sushi, salads and sticks from the grill. A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.

4. Fish!

4.5

Awesome(3640)

Price: Expensive

• Fish • London Bridge

Booked 49 times today

Established in 1999 and proudly celebrating twenty years in Borough Market this year, fish! was the first restaurant of its kind in London. Our concept is simple – providing our customers with the best quality fish, cooked in front of you, in simple and classic ways. Since 1999 our focus has never changed, quality and responsible sourcing is still our main concern…we just look a bit more fancy now! Our central location in Borough Market means that London’s best produce is right on our doorstep. We are proud to say that we source most of our produce from Borough Market itself, and our fish is delivered daily from our very own fishmonger, Jarvis, which is renowned for its extensive range of the freshest fish and seafood. We're also winners at the National Fish & Chip awards too!

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5. Baccalà Seafood & Wine

4.7

Exceptional(185)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bermondsey

Booked 11 times today

Baccalà is an Italian restaurant and bar located on Bermondsey St, London. They serve authentic seafood dishes made with fresh, local produce that changes with the seasons. Stop by for a quick, delicious lunch or take away their spring lunch specials from 12:00 to 17:00. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon with an extensive wine selection. For a full Baccalà experience, visit for dinner.

6. Yammas

4.6

Exceptional(28)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Beckenham

Booked 1 time today

Our meticulously curated menu showcases the finest flavours the Mediterranean region has to offer. Our passion involves sourcing fresh ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and combining them with traditional flavours. Rewriting familiar recipes into exceptional cuisine is both our mission and our greatest joy. Having accumulated extensive experience as a professional chef over the years, Arben has dedicated himself to the culinary craft. His professionalism and wealth of experience contribute to delivering unparalleled taste in every dish. With a priority centred around providing guests with an exceptional food experience, he and his skilled team are committed to serving you with culinary excellence well into 2024 and beyond. Your satisfaction is at the forefront of their mission, ensuring that each visit to the Alpha Mediterranean restaurant is a delightful journey into the world of delectable flavours.

7. Café Britaly

4.8

Exceptional(29)

Price: Expensive

• Café • Peckham

Booked 4 times today

Café Britaly is a cheeky addition to Peckham's exciting food scene. Specialising in Britalian food made by ex-Bouchon Racine chef Alex Purdie, served in an informal airy mid-century café environment. Whilst the Britalian Carbonara with Cream, deep-fried Pizzetta Crunch, and 'superior-to-tiramisu' Zuppa Inglese trifle, have been shocking Italian Instagram there are many other classic dishes that focus on British-Italian provenance also. Situated on Rye Lane it is a centrally located Peckham restaurant, between the station and the Rye (Peckham Common).

8. Highroad Social

4.4

Awesome(60)

Price: Expensive

• British • Greenwich

Booked 12 times today

High Road Social is a neighbourhood bistro in the heart of Greenwich serving ingredient-led, modern British dishes sourced from the British Isles, offering a simple, delectable menu with a thoughtfully created wine list championing independent wineries both new and old.

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9. Scarpetta Canary Wharf

3.6

Very Good(23)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Canary Wharf

Booked 10 times today

Authentic Italian with great range of Cocktails and Wine! Great vibe for dates, drinks with friends or any special evening. Our fresh Pasta is handmade by Italians every morning. The word Scarpetta represents a moment of joy – it’s how we Italians define the gesture of taking a piece of bread to mop up the last delicious morsel of sauce on your plate – it signifies how we enjoy every moment in life.We have a great selection of nibbles for a perfect Italian aperitivo, fresh pastas, cicchetti and homemade desserts. Your true Authentic Italian Restaurant experience.

10. Jazu Bar London

4.9

Exceptional(6)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Deptford

Booked 5 times today

An intimate and informal space, with a DJ booth and bespoke sound-system, Jazu is a Hi-Fi Cocktail bar that offers serious drinks and a menu of top-quality bar snacks, small plates and larger mains. Ingredient-focused and quality-led, our food menu reflects the same love and care that we put into our cocktails and music offering. Chef Jimmy has 12+ years experience in some of London's most popular restaurants including Elliots in Borough Market, Crispin and Lardo in Hackney; having trained at the Michelin-starred 'Neptune' in Norfolk, he brings the same level of skill and attention to his own menu of refined yet casual plates. Signature dishes include our Fried Cheese croquettes with house lime pickle; Padron Peppers with Seaweed Salt and Tare sauce; Focaccia that is baked on-site daily; and our dry-aged Beef Burger which has quickly become a signature dish and fan favourite. Take a seat at the bar or settle into the dining room, there is also outside seating available.

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Massimo
London •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
In my experience the best Fish&Chips in this part of London, in the context of Borough Market, the service is always friendly and helpful and the food of excellent quality. Highly recommended!
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Fish!Price: Expensive• Fish• London Bridge
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4.5
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Christian
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing lunch at Hausu, couldn’t fault anything to be honest. Beautiful wine selection and menu
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HausuPrice: Expensive• International• Peckham
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4.8
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markvip
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely local gastro restaurant. Exceptional food - warm/friendly service that felt like family run. Relaxed suggestions. But overall - really really good food in a lovely environment. 100% back to introduce friends.
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Baccalà Seafood & WinePrice: Expensive• Italian• Bermondsey
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4.7
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Graham
West Sussex •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Just excellent . Given a nice space ( for once ) cos it wasn’t rammed . Lovely wait staff and excellent food without breaking the bank …
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary WharfPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Canary Wharf
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4.7
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Antonio
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Pretty much a perfect meal, food outstanding and great value.
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UpstairsPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Clapham
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4.8

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494 restaurants available nearby

1. Hausu

2. Upstairs

3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Canary Wharf

4. Fish!

5. Baccalà Seafood & Wine

6. Yammas

7. Café Britaly

8. Highroad Social

9. Scarpetta Canary Wharf

10. Jazu Bar London

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