Best Date Night Restaurants in Catford

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BeckenhamBexleyCity of LondonDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonNorth London

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AldgateAldwychAngelBalhamBankBankside

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A photo of GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London restaurant

1. GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4.5

Awesome(3756)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • London Bridge

Booked 56 times today

GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard in London is a great spot for a romantic date night. With a prime location for sunset cocktails and late-night drinks, the bar offers a relaxing atmosphere with unrivaled views of Tower Bridge. Reviews highlight the 'beautiful venue for a romantic special occasion', 'wonderful view for a date', and the 'outstanding views even at night'. The bar's service is also highly praised, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.

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2. ROKA - Canary Wharf

4.5

Awesome(653)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Canary Wharf

Booked 4 times today

Happy Hour (Bar Area only)Available Monday – Friday16:00-19:30On walk in basisAbout ROKAThe name ROKA carries great meaning - ROKA is a meeting place where food and drinks are shared with friends (ro) and heat, warmth and an all-embracing energy surround (ka). The principle cuisine is from the robata grill, which originates from the fishermen of the northern coastal waters off japan, who would cook the fish on the boats with different charcoals and share the bounty with one another using their oars.ROKA charlotte street opened in 2004, ROKA canary wharf in 2009, ROKA mayfair in february 2014 and ROKA aldwych in october 2014.Kindly note that our set brunch menu is served throughout lunchtime on Saturdays and all day on Sundays – a la carte menu is not available during this time. Menus may vary according to date, time and location, please check menus prior to booking.

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3. Hawksmoor Wood Wharf

4.5

Awesome(3551)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Canary Wharf

Booked 88 times today

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is housed in an eco-friendly floating pavilion in a new riverside neighbourhood in Canary Wharf. Gently rising and falling with the tide, the main restaurant at dock-level is joined by a 120-seat waterside bar. Both include terraces with views across the water (squint your eyes and you might just see the ghosts of great ships laden with mighty lengths of timber that used to swing in and unload there). There's also a private dining room for up to 20 people named after the local legend Queenie Watts, a singer, songwriter, actor and self-confessed bawdy landlady (think Peggy Mitchell meets Joni Mitchell). The menu revolves around the best British produce the country has to offer with grass-fed dry-aged ethically reared beef, sustainable seafood from the South coast and some of the biggest hits from the Hawksmoor New York menu.

4. Gallio

4.4

Awesome(486)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Canary Wharf

Booked 26 times today

We share our love of Mediterranean freshness, flavours and colours, and the pleasure of coming together to enjoy good food. Inspired by the abundance and the cherished culinary recipes of a diverse region.

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5. The Ivy Tower Bridge

4.4

Awesome(13987)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • London Bridge

Booked 158 times today

The Ivy Tower Bridge is an all-day British brasserie with an all-encompassing menu serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics from dawn until dusk, seven days a week. With its riverside location and views of the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London, The Ivy Tower Bridge is the perfect location for guests to enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails. The restaurant also features an outdoor terrace, a bar and a private dining room on the first floor, offering tranquil relaxed yet sophisticated dining with beautiful views across the river.With interiors designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, the two-floors restaurant offers guests the choice of dining within the restaurant, enjoying the view from floor to ceiling glass windows, or outside on the Parisian-style al fresco terrace seating 50 and overlooking the River Thames.

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6. Smiths Restaurant Wapping

4.9

Exceptional(8075)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Wapping

Booked 37 times today

Smith's of Wapping is located on the River Thames with fantastic views of Tower Bridge and The Shard.Smith's, famous for fish, was initially established in 1958 and today offers fine dining facilities.We are now open from 12pm until 230pm for lunch and 5.30pm until 11pm (last seating time is 9pm) on Monday to Thursday. Friday dinner starts at 6pm until 11pm (last seating is 9.30pm).Saturday dinner starts at 5.30pm until 11pm (last seating is 945pm)On Sundays we are open from 12pm until 3.30pm for Lunch And 6pm until 10pm (last seating time 8.30pm) for Dinner.Should you not find the time that you are looking for, please contact the restaurant directly as there may be availability.

7. Bar Levan

4.9

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Traditional French • Peckham

Booked 6 times today

Tucked right in the heart of Peckham a stones throw from Peckham Rye station, Bar Levan, is a cosy wine bar-meets bistro and sibling to Levan Restaurant found next door. Here we share our passion for amazing food, incredible wine, and unforgettable experiences. Already celebrated amongst the best wine bar's in London by Time Out and Conde Nast Traveller amongst others. Natural wines and artisanal apéritifs flow freely, paired with a playful menu of small plates. You’ll find goodies like miso devilled eggs with nori & togarashi, rotating homemade terrines, and a seriously indulgent croque monsieur. For something heartier, there’s a sharable bavette with frites and salad. Perfect for catching up with friends, date nights, or even just a quick pre-dinner drink.Bar Levan, has a cosy, laid-back vibe with its dark red décor and intimate feel. Decks, a curated play list and regular DJ’s set the tone. Whether you’re a wine nerd or just here for a good glass, there’s something for everyone.

8. Grind Greenwich

4.2

Awesome(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Greenwich

Booked 21 times today

Greenwich Grind is an all-day restaurant and cocktail bar in historic Greenwich, just moments from the market and the Cutty Sark. It's the perfect space for drinking and dining, whether you're enjoying a bottomless brunch or evening cocktails. Our beautiful conservatory offers a bright, relaxed setting, and we also have a private bar available for hire—ideal for parties, events, and special occasions.

A photo of Gaucho Tower Bridge restaurant

9. Gaucho Tower Bridge

4.5

Awesome(7866)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Southbank

Booked 42 times today

You’ll struggle to find a better view or steak along the Southbank than at Gaucho Tower Bridge. Our restaurant soars over two, magnificent glass-fronted floors with panoramas of the historic London skyline with the Tower of London and Tower Bridge taking center stage. In warm and uncomplicated interiors, Gaucho Tower Bridge is the perfect location for guests to enjoy dusk to dawn dining, with our menu showcasing impeccable Argentinian steaks and Latin American plates.

10. Levan

4.6

Exceptional(1103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Peckham

Booked 12 times today

Levan is a restaurant in the heart of Peckham serving contemporary European dishes, inspired by the ‘bistronomy’ movement and our favourite eateries in Paris, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Stockholm and Berlin, with a focus on low intervention wines. Join us for dinner and lunch in a warm and inviting atmosphere. We offer an a la carte menu and a £65pp chefs tasting menu. Groups over 5 will be asked to dine from the chefs menu. Please check our website for our most up to date offering.Seatings are for 2 hours, after which we may require the table back. Please inform us of any dietary requirements in advance. We may not be able to cater to them without advanced notice. If you arrive late for your booking we may ask you to choose from a reduced menu.Cancellations - we are a small, independent restaurant, so please let us know if you cannot make your reservation.Looking forward to welcoming you soon!

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Carol
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My lunch was excellent. Tasty, not too huge and beautifully presented.
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The Ivy Tower BridgePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• London Bridge
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4.4
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LorraineVIP
London •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is one of our favourite restaurants which we have been to many times and it never disappoints! Food and service are excellent and it is a beautiful restaurant overlooking the River Thames. I can’t recommend highly enough
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Smiths Restaurant WappingPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Wapping
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4.9
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NikkiVIP
London •74 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
The service was excellent-attentive but not too much. The food was ok....we both had a steak and were quite surprised that it was literally JUST that - steak on a plate - no garnish, not even a sprig of watercress. Everything was cooked to our liking so no issues there. Dessert was ok. I did find it quite expensive though.
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Butlers Wharf Chop House RestaurantPrice: Expensive• British• London Bridge
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3.9
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Samantha
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
We did the pizza making class! Had a really great time, would recommend to anyone.
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GallioPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Canary Wharf
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4.4
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Susan
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
We go al a carte menu. There is no doubt that their food is delishious. My partner is a steak man and will say it is the best! I had fish which was lovely, and the cheese cake was heaven. It was a pricey meal, but no complaints on service or food.
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Gaucho Tower BridgePrice: Expensive• Steak• Southbank
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4.5

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