4-Day London Foodie Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Borough Market and Chelsea
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour by public transport

    Start the day at the renowned Borough Market, which has a range of artisanal food products. Try Neal’s Yard Dairy, and their world-class British cheese. Then, visit Chegworth Valley for fresh juices and smoothies, and Bread Ahead for their world-renowned doughnuts. After tasting some of the local food flavors, head over to Chelsea’s King’s Road for lunch at Bibendum Oyster Bar. Don't forget to try their oysters; they are a must.

  2. Day 2: Notting Hill and Old Spitalfields Market
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 45 minutes by public transport

    Start the day in charming Notting Hill with breakfast at Granger & Co, known for their Australian-style breakfasts. Don't miss their famous ricotta hotcakes. After breakfast, take a stroll around the affluent neighborhood and get a feel of the area. In the afternoon visit the Old Spitalfields Market to sample some street food. Recommendations include Smoking Goat, Rök Smokehouse, and Dumpling Shack.

  3. Day 3: Shoreditch and Soho
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 30 minutes by public transport

    Start the day in Shoreditch with breakfast at Dishoom, a Bombay-inspired cafe, that offers an exceptional breakfast menu. Afterward, visit Brick Lane Market, where you can find fusion street food, vintage clothing, and vinyl. Then head to Soho, and check out Bao Soho, which specializes in Taiwanese steamed buns. Alternatively, try Ramen at Bone Daddies Ramen, a popular noodle bar, for lunch.

  4. Day 4: Covent Garden and Clerkenwell
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 45 minutes by public transport

    Begin the day in Covent Garden, with breakfast at The Black Penny, which serves up excellent coffee, pastries, and brunch dishes. Then, stroll through the area's markets and boutique shops. For lunch, head over to have some French Bistro-style cuisine at Bleeding Heart Bistro. In the afternoon, visit the Exmouth Market in Clerkenwell, where you'll be enticed by the street food. Try out Moroccan wraps from Moro Kitchen, or the Italian quality dishes from Trattoria Di Alessandro.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Borough Market (2 hours, free entry)
  • Bibendum Oyster Bar (£££, 1.5 hours)
  • Granger & Co (££, 1 hour)
  • Old Spitalfields Market (2 hours, free entry)
  • Dishoom (££, 2 hours)
  • Bao Soho (£, 1 hour)
  • Bone Daddies Ramen (£, 1 hour)
  • The Black Penny (£, 1 hour)
  • Bleeding Heart Bistro (£££, 1.5 hours)
  • Exmouth Market (2 hours, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs (£££): ££££

Useful tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the famous Chinatown in Westminster, where you can find authentic Chinese street food. If you’re looking for a Michelin-star experience, try The Ledbury or Hélène Darroze at The Connaught. If you have less time, skip some of the markets but keep the restaurants. Alternatively, visit markets during the week to avoid weekend crowds.

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