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1802 has a very industrial yet swanky feel to it. With high ceilings showing beams and air conditioning vents, it mixes well with the wooden tables and brown leather chairs and sofas. The tables are nicely spaced apart so no conversations can be overheard and the roomy feel makes it a comfortable place to discuss business over lunch.
Address: Hertsmere Road, West India Quay,, E14 4AE
Nearest 
Station: West India Quay
Addendum Restaurant is housed inside the chic Apex City of London Hotel, on Seething Lane EC3. This elegant fine dining Docklands restaurant has been seducing an ever-increasing crowd of gastronomic disciples since its launch at the end of last year.
Renowned for a robust cuisine of hearty favourites, the new menu will not disappoint. Drawing on chef Darren Thomas extensive experience and flair for complex flavours, rich dishes remain cleverly light on the stomach as well as the purse. The 2 and 3 course set priced lunch menu changes daily and makes the most of seasonal produce, allowing diners to come back time after time without menu fatigue setting in.
Tel: 020 7977 9500
Email: Karl.mitchell@apexhotels.co.uk
Web: www.addendumrestaurant.co.uk
Address: Apex City of London Hotel, 1 Seething Lane, London, EC3N 4AX
Nearest Station: Tower Gateway
Cross over the bridge at East India Dock, go into the office complex, and you will find West End food at East End prices. Previously known as Perry's, this bar and brasserie has a small but stylish restaurant with crisp linen and a lovely walled courtyard for al fresco dining. The Anglo-Continental menu is limited but appetising, featuring dishes such as calves liver fried with onions and balsamic vinegar. Azzurro caters largely for the business market, so it's not open at weekends, but it's good value, smoker-friendly and well worth a detour if you're in the area on weekday.
Tel: 020 7538 3811
Address: East India Dock, 3 Clove Crescent, Leamouth, E14 2BB
Nearest Station: East India
Whether you are looking for brunch at the weekend, a light lunch in the week or just a glass of wine mid afternoon, the Conservatory and terrace are the place to be
Tel: 020 8858 4710
Web: www.bardumusee.com
Address: 17 Nelson Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9JB
Nearest Station: Cutty Sark
The stonegrill menu is a unique concept in this part of London, Beluga Café being the only place in a six mile radius which offers it. Although it took about 25 minutes to reach our table, the meal came cooking on a heat retaining volcanic stone and within minutes the initially raw meat became extremely tender and succulent. The vegetables were also cooked on the stonegrill, which helped keep all the good nutrients and preserve the amazing taste.
Address: Port East Warehouse, E14 4AE
Nearest Station: West India Quay
Each trading day at Billingsgate Market offers the largest selection of fresh fish in the UK. Daily arrivals from the English coast ensure a continuity of fresh supplies. As well as fish, you can also buy poultry, cooking oils and potatoes.
Tel: 020 7987 0258
Web: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/billingsgate
Address: Trafalgar way, E14
Nearest Station: West India Quay
Bonds Restaurant and Bar combines classic sophistication with city chic. Quality is the focus in the kitchen, where every ingredient is sourced through exhaustive research from our local suppliers. Offering a unique fresh approach to Modern French Cuisine, this beautifully appointed Docklands Restaurant and Bar has cleverly fused together the 19th and 21st century, offering a warm, relaxing yet exciting environment.
Bonds Restaurant & Bar has won:
- AA Wine Award: Notable Wine List 2006-2007
- Winner: Bar Awards 2006 Best Wine Offering
- Zagat Restaurant Review: Food score 21/25
Tel: 020 7657 8088
Email: bonds@theetoncollection.com
Web: www.theetoncollection.com/bonds
Address: Bonds Restaurant & Bar, 5 Threadneedle Street, London, EC2R 8AY
Nearest Station: Bank
In the shadow of St Mary-le-Bow Church is a stylish bar and bistro serving modern British cuisine. As part of the Motcombs Group, the standard is high and the philosophy simple: good food using local seasonable produce. Starters such as grilled goats cheese with bettroot tarter and apple salad or terrine of foie gras with diced consomme aspic and toasted brioche are featured in a compact but exquisite menu. Fish cake with lobster sauce is also a popular choice. Located in the heart of the City, prices are on the extravagant side and are claerly geared towards expense-account diners. However, if you're looking to push the boat out a little and it's warm outside, eat al fresco and enjoy excellent food in one of the most historic areas of London.
Tel: 020 7248 1121
Address: 10 Bow Churchyard, EC4M 9DQ
Nearest Station: Bank
A child friendly eatery with play areas and unfazed stuff, there's even Brewster Bear to entertain the kids when they've eaten. This truly child-friendly pub really welcomes the whole family. Why not make it your lunchtime destination after a morning touring the DLR system with the kids? They can sit up in the front seats and pretend to be drivers. Mind the doors!
This family-friendly Docklands restaurant and pub is a great lunchtime destination when you're out with the kids.
Tel: 020 7511 3840
Address: 1 Woolwich Manor Way, London, E6
Nearest Station: Beckton
Originally only of West Ham Lane, the independently owned Café Mondo now has two outlets in Stratford; the second being next-door to the Library. Whether you go for a coffee or something to eat, each café offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Café Mondo maintains a quality, extensive menu of fresh Italian and Mediterranean food, including toasted foccacias and delicious pastas. The cafes also offers English dishes and a range of fresh salads.
Tel: 020 8519 4013
Email: cafe.mondo@btconnect.com
Web: www.cafe-mondo.co.uk
Address: 3 The Grove, Stratford, E15 1EL
Nearest Station: Stratford
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