Located along the Thames in East London, Silvertown and its nearby neighbourhoods (such as Royal Victoria Dock, North Woolwich, and Canning Town) have become a lively spot for food lovers.
This guide features 12 excellent places to eat within a 3-mile radius of Silvertown, offering everything from riverside pubs to kitchens serving global dishes.
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Dining and Restaurants
The Windjammer
Cuisine: British gastropub with modern European touches
This family-friendly pub near Royal Docks offers stunning views of the Thames alongside seasonal British dishes. Its maritime-inspired interior has large windows overlooking the Thames Barrier, and the patio is perfect for outdoor dining. Popular dishes include beer-battered fish and chips, Sunday roasts with Yorkshire pudding, and a range of Fuller’s craft ales.
Website: www.windjammerlondon.co.uk
Marina Grill Restaurant
Cuisine: Mediterranean seafood with British twists
Situated on the Royal Victoria Dock boardwalk, this modest yet elegant spot serves dishes like grilled seabass, lobster rolls, and salt-crust baked red snapper. The industrial-style décor with exposed steel beams and nautical artwork creates a unique riverside vibe.
Website: www.marinagrillrestaurant.com
Pepenero
Cuisine: Southern Italian fine dining
Hidden on Silvertown Way, this restaurant has won TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice award for its Roman-inspired dishes. Highlights include saltimbocca alla romana (veal with sage and prosciutto), seafood risotto with squid ink, and a pistachio panna cotta that rivals top Italian restaurants.
Website: www.pepenerorestaurant.co.uk
Pier Masala
Cuisine: North Indian tandoor specialities
A long-standing favourite in North Woolwich, this spot offers expertly spiced dishes like murgh malai kebab (cream-marinated chicken) and lamb raan slow-cooked for two days. The garlic naan bread, baked in a traditional clay oven, is a must-try.
Website: www.piermasala.co.uk
British and European Dishes
Heroica Lounge
Cuisine: Neapolitan pizza and Mediterranean small plates
This pizzeria in Silvertown uses traditional Italian ingredients like Caputo flour and San Marzano tomatoes. Their nduja e friarielli pizza (spreadable sausage with bitter greens) showcases a mix of authentic flavours and modern creativity.
Website: www.heroicalounge.com
Little Hudson
Cuisine: NYC-inspired brunch with British ingredients
Near Thames Barrier Park, this bright café offers reimagined classics such as eggs Benedict with black pudding hollandaise and sourdough waffles topped with rhubarb compote. Their coffee programme features beans from rotating guest roasters across Europe.
Website: www.littlehudsoncafe.com
Steaks and Grills
Hawksmoor Wood Wharf
Cuisine: Prime British steaks and seafood
This branch of the well-known steakhouse chain dry-ages beef like Dexter and Hereford for over 35 days. The chateaubriand for two, served tableside, is a favourite, especially when paired with their bone marrow gravy. The Art Deco-inspired interior adds a touch of elegance.
Website: www.thehawksmoor.com
Gaucho at The O2
Cuisine: Argentine parrilla grill
Located at The O2 arena, this spot serves grass-fed Argentine beef grilled over quebracho wood. The wine list focuses on Malbecs from Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards. You can enjoy cocktails on their rooftop terrace while taking in views of the London skyline.
Website: www.gauchorestaurants.com
Casual Dining
Triple Two Coffee
Cuisine: Specialty coffee and artisanal toasties
Found at the Royal Wharf Clubhouse, this café is known for its single-origin pour-over coffee and creative sandwiches like smoked cheddar with pickled apple slaw. They minimise waste by incorporating coffee grounds into baked goods like orange-cardamom cookies.
Website: www.tripletwocoffee.co.uk
S’MORE Taste of Asia
Cuisine: Pan-Asian street food
A takeaway counter in North Woolwich offering Malaysian laksa, Taiwanese popcorn chicken, and Thai mango sticky rice. The sambal-marinated grilled squid wrapped in banana leaf delivers smoky flavours reminiscent of Asian night markets.
Website: www.smoreasia.com
Sweet Treats
Fluff & Flavour Sushi
Cuisine: Japanese-Western dessert fusion
Despite its name, this place focuses on desserts like matcha tiramisu and black sesame crème brûlée. Their sakura (cherry blossom) soft-serve swirl, served in edible teacups, is a visual delight as well as a treat for the taste buds.
Final Thoughts
From the Thames’ riverside to repurposed warehouses, Silvertown’s food scene reflects London’s broader love for culinary variety. Chefs here celebrate tradition (as seen at Pepenero) while blending global influences (like Katsu & Bao). Whether it’s enjoying a pint at The Windjammer or savouring Argentine steaks at Gaucho, this guide shows that Silvertown has plenty to offer foodies. With new places opening around Royal Wharf and Royal Docks, Silvertown continues to grow as a must-visit destination for dining enthusiasts.
