Updated on 12 December 2019
Don't panic, the rumours are not true, you don't have to be cool to hang out in Brixton, it turns out you just have to be hungry. With Brixton being one of London's most bustling boroughs, brimming with culture and originality it's only right that this trendy hub in South London has some incredible eateries to boot.
It cannot be denied that Brixton has had somewhat of a glow up, if you will, in the last decade or so. With this came a rise in popularity and so along came a flood of new restaurants. Whether you’re heading down to Brixton Village Market on the lookout for new foodie finds, hot desking in need of the best coffee or searching for a culinary delight in Pop Brixton, we’ve got it covered.
We've learnt from experience that disappointment peaks when faced with a below average, overpriced meal and so our roundup has everything you need to know about the places you must visit in Brixton. Click through to each restaurant’s listing to see our thoughts on menu items, price, restaurant decor and ambiance and (of course) the all-important taste test. Our honest reviews mean you won't miss a trick when choosing your next meal.
Any locals out there who already know the Brixton scene please let us know what you think the best restaurant is, and you never know, it might be added to our list for other lucky people to explore. Contact us at Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
49-51 Norwood Road, London, London, SE24 9AA
Brixton Village Market, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London, SW9 7EL
Unit 39 Brixton Village Market, London, SW9 8PS
30 Acre Lane, London, SW2 5SG
435-437 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London, SW9 8LN
41-43 Atlantic Road, London, SW9 3JS
119 Dulwich Road, London, SE24 0NG
The Laundry at Walton Lodge, Brixton, SW9 8PL
The Laundry is an all-day restaurant, wine bar and bottle shop in Brixton. The space is pleasingly shabby chic, with a bright and modern color palette and offers a venue for meals from breakfast through to dinner, with brunch served on weekends. Those looking for a quick pitstop can also buy takeaway coffee, while the wide selection of interesting bottles (to either enjoy at the bar or at home) is a further draw.
18 Market Row, London, SW9 8LD
426 Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8LF
40 Acre Lane, London, SW2 5SP
36 Brixton Water Lane, London, SW2 1PE
336 Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8QH
148 Clapham Manor Street, London, SW4 6BX
5-7 Voltaire Road, London, SW4 6DQ
250 Ferndale Road, London, SW9 8BQ
28 Brixton Water Lane, London, SW2 1PE
207 Ferndale Road, London, SW9 8BE
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