The Top Italian Restaurants in London Bridge Serving the Best Italian Food!

Let me give you my personal picks for the best Italian Restaurants near London Bridge. You’ll find spots that source fresh ingredients from nearby Borough Market as well as restaurants that import speciality products directly from Italy.

The area itself boasts riverfront restaurants with spectacular views along with cozy, rustic hideaways. Whether you’re looking for a quick pizza, leisurely dinner, or a special occasion meal, London Bridge has fantastic options for quality Italian cuisine.

What Makes the Area a Good Spot?

• Walking distance to major attractions like Tower Bridge, Borough Market, Tate Modern, and Southbank
• Surrounded by vibrant neighborhoods like Bermondsey and Borough that are foodie destinations
• Nearby transit hubs like London Bridge station and Borough tube station provide easy access
• Many restaurants source fresh produce, meats, and seafood from nearby Borough Market
• High quality ingredients imported directly from Italy help create authentic dishes
• Local purveyors provide seasonal and artisanal products to restaurants
• Options range from casual spots for pizza and pasta to upscale contemporary Italian cuisine

Italian Restaurants, Bars and More!

Tavolino Bar & Kitchen

 

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Tavolino Bar & Kitchen is one of the top Italian restaurants near Tower Bridge, located on the south bank of the River Thames. It offers diners spectacular views of Tower Bridge and the River Thames through its floor to ceiling windows.

The contemporary Italian dishes use high quality ingredients and diners can pair their meal with a glass of Frascati or other Italian wines from the extensive wine list. This one’s a classic for me and is the prime spot we go to for close, intimate chats with friends or for meetings. 

Great For: Catching up with Friends

📍2 More London Pl, London SE1 2RR, United Kingdom

Bolton’s

Baccala

 

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Baccalà is an Italian seafood restaurant located in the Borough area of Southwark. The menu focuses on dishes that celebrate the seafood and fish of Italy. You’ll find dishes like baccalà fritti, swordfish involtini, and linguine with clams and bottarga.

The restaurant has a relaxed and rustic interior where you can enjoy the flavors of Italy’s coastal regions. Baccalà sources high quality seafood and fish from Italy so you can taste authentic Italian seafood in London.

Whenever I feel like visiting Italy, but don’t have enough money to actually get a plane ticket, I just take a stroll and order from this joint instead. 

Great For: Solo, Close Friends

📍Unit B3, 194 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ, United Kingdom

Giuseppe’s Place

Giuseppe’s Place is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been serving classic Italian dishes in Southwark for over 40 years. The cozy and charming restaurant serves italian favorites like pasta, pizza, and veal dishes from old family recipes. The restaurant uses fresh ingredients sourced from the nearby Borough Market.

Giuseppe’s Place has an extensive italian wine list including wines from small producers in Italy’s wine regions and we are extremely impressed with how attentive their staff are! 

Great For: Close Friends, Groups of Friends

📍47-49 Borough High St, London SE1 1NB, United Kingdom

Pizza Express Borough High Street

 

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Pizza Express Borough High Street is located right next to London Bridge and Southwark Cathedral. It’s in a prime location for visiting sights like the Tate Modern or taking an evening stroll along the Thames. The restaurant has a stylish and elegant interior with split levels. The lower level can accommodate private parties for up to 150 guests.

It serves thin-crust pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven, along with pastas, salads, and desserts. Signature options include the Fiorentina pizza and Pollo Pesto pasta. Reviews praise the delicious pizza toppings, friendly service, and buzzing atmosphere. The restaurant is popular for a quick lunch or pre-theatre dinner.

Great For: Close Friends, Groups of Friends

📍4 Borough High St, London SE1 9QQ, United Kingdom

Padella Borough

Padella is a popular pasta restaurant on Southwark Street specializing in handmade fresh pasta dishes. The menu features classic Italian pasta dishes like tagliatelle bolognese and linguine vongole. There is often a queue out the door as this affordable restaurant has gained a reputation across London for its delicious pasta.

Padella does not accept reservations but it is worth the wait for authentic and freshly made Italian pasta. Because of how hard it is to actually get in; whenever we get the opportunity to order from this amazing restaurant, we make the most out of it! 

Great For: Close Friends, Groups of Friends

📍6 Southwark St, London SE1 1TQ, United Kingdom

Salotto 31

Salotto 31 is an exceptional Italian restaurant located right next to London Bridge in the heart of the city. With its modern Italian cuisine and chic atmosphere, Salotto 31 has become a favorite for Londoners looking for a contemporary Italian dining experience. The menu celebrates the best of Italy’s regional dishes with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.

You’ll find wood-fired pizzas with creative toppings, homemade pastas, and Italian mains expertly prepared by the talented chefs. Salotto 31 also offers an extensive Italian wine list and innovative cocktails at the marble bar. The service is impeccable, providing a luxurious yet relaxed dining experience.

Great For: Close Friends, Couples

📍31 Lovat Ln, London EC3R 8EB, United Kingdom

Cafe Murano Bermondsey

Located on trendy Bermondsey Street, Cafe Murano Bermondsey brings quality Italian cuisine to the neighborhood near London Bridge. Under acclaimed chef Angela Hartnett, the restaurant features an open kitchen preparing fresh handmade pastas, flavorful sauces, and other Italian classics.

The casual atmosphere provides a relaxed neighborhood vibe with counter seating and an active bar area. Using locally sourced ingredients, the dishes showcase authentic Italian flavors with a modern flair.

Great For: Close Friends, Couples

📍184 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ, United Kingdom

Larch

Larch is a contemporary Italian restaurant located under the railway arches on Union Street in the London Bridge area. Known for its handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and extensive Italian wine list, Larch brings quality Italian cuisine to Southwark. The chefs use seasonal and local ingredients to create authentic Italian flavors with a modern twist.

With its exposed brick and leather seating, Larch offers a laidback vibe for enjoying pasta favorites like tagliatelle bolognese or linguine vongole.

Great For: Close Friends, Catching up with Friends, Business Meetings

📍1, Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF, United Kingdom

Flour & Grape

 

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Flour & Grape is a relaxed Italian restaurant on Bermondsey Street focusing on handmade pasta and Italian wines. The frequently changing seasonal menu showcases regional italian dishes and pasta made fresh daily. It has a laidback vibe with leather seating and exposed brick.

Flour & Grape’s Italian wine list features natural wines from small producers in Italy and from my experience, the staff are more than happy to recommend wine to go along with my order which shows the type of love the Flour & Grape team has for their customers. 

Great For: Close Friends, Couples

📍214 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3TQ, United Kingdom

Looking for More Guides?

If you get tired of your search for Italian restaurants, consider some of the other categories we’ve listed! Whether it’s cute cafes, lively pubs, and just activities to do, we have guides and recommendations on just about everything there is to do in not just London bridge, but all throughout London!