Local pubs, bars and eateries
Searcy's at the Barbican is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

1. Searcy's at the Barbican

Silk St, London, Greater London
Restaurant · Barbican · 5 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: If you're looking for a smart restaurant in which to impress your fellow concert goers, look no further than this swish eatery on Level 2 in the Barbican Centre. Look out for the 'Performance' menu.

Barbican Bar & Grill is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

2. Barbican Bar & Grill

5.4
Silk St, London, Greater London
Burger Joint · Barbican · 20 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Located on Level 1 in the Barbican Centre, the Lounge has small plates suitable for quick pre-concert, yet smart, nosh. You can also eat outside on the balcony looking over the lakeside.

Barbican Kitchen is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

3. Barbican Kitchen

7.2
Silk St, London, Greater London
Café · Barbican · 42 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Smashing informal cafe on Level G in the Barbican Centre. Pick from one of three hot dishes, salad bar, and daily soup choices. The cakes are incredibly tempting!

Chiswell Street Dining Rooms is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

4. Chiswell Street Dining Rooms

6.5
56 Chiswell St, London, Greater London
Gastropub · City of London · 18 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Newly opened just around the corner from the Barbican Centre, this is great for pre- and post-concert dining. Dine at a table or drop in for a drink at the bar.

Smiths of Smithfield is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

5. Smiths of Smithfield

6.9
67-77 Charterhouse St, Clerkenwell, Greater London
Steakhouse · 129 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: A little walk to the Barbican Centre from here, but well worth it. Try the burgers: the meat is all from the market opposite. Level 2 Dining Room is a good choice, Level 3 for something a bit special!

Tart is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

6. Tart

117 Charterhouse Street, London, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · Islington · 7 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: A lively cocktail bar a short walk from the Barbican Centre. Also does good food. Happy hour is Tuesdays and Wednesdays 5pm-7pm (but don't drink too much before a concert... zzz!)

wagamama is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

7. wagamama

5.7
1 ropemaker street, moorgate, London, Greater London
Asian Restaurant · City of London · 15 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Exceedingly popular, but fantastic for a quick pre-concert meal. Not open afterwards though.

Corney & Barrow is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

8. Corney & Barrow

1 Ropemaker St, London, Greater London
Wine Bar · City of London · 3 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: The post-work suit crowd mingles with the pre-concert crowd here. Wine in coolers is the order of the day, but they do have some great nibbles!

All Bar One is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

9. All Bar One

5.8
127 Finsbury Pavement, London, Greater London
Wine Bar · Islington · 22 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Reliable spot for good bar food, and just a few minutes walk from the Barbican Centre.

Pham Sushi is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

10. Pham Sushi

8.1
159 Whitecross St, London, Greater London
Sushi Restaurant · Islington · 36 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Properly good sushi, recommended by our resident Japanese staff member! It's a small place though, so worth booking ahead.

The Trader is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

11. The Trader

142-146 Whitecross Street, London, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 7 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: If you're just looking for a pint and perhaps some chips, the The Trader is a great choice. Sports on the TV, pool table in the back. A favourite staff hangout!

Two Brewers is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

12. Two Brewers

6.1
121 Whitecross St, London, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 16 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Great local pub. No food, but you can bring in your own to enjoy with a pint - perhaps a good choice for those on a budget!

The Iskelé is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

13. The Iskelé

8.3
179-181 Whitecross Street (Garrett Street), Islington, Greater London
Turkish Restaurant · Islington · 37 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Very popular restaurant owned by the friendliest guy in town! The tables outside are always full in the summer.

Carnevale is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

14. Carnevale

5.6
135 Whitecross St, Islington, Greater London
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Great choice for vegetarians. The salads are truly epic! Does takeaway during the day, and there's a lovely little deli attached.

The Cuban is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

15. The Cuban

1 Ropemaker Street, London, Greater London
Bar · City of London · 2 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Mojitos and tapas. No need to try anything else! A great place for post-concert, there's often DJs and bands until 1am. You might even get a salsa lesson!

LSO St Luke's is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

16. LSO St Luke's

8.4
161 Old St., London, Greater London
Concert Hall · Islington · 9 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: We have our own Café downstairs in LSO St Luke's too! There's a full lunch service before Lunchtime Concerts, and for evening concerts there's snacks and drinks before and during.

Central Cafe is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

17. Central Cafe

7.3
Old Street, Islington, Greater London
Café · 11 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Right next door to LSO St Luke's, this is good for sandwiches and hearty café food at lunchtime, or a quick caffeine fix. If the weather's nice you can sit in the gardens at LSO St Luke's.

look mum no hands! is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

18. look mum no hands!

49 Old St, London, Greater London
Bicycle Store · Islington · 239 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Trendy cyclist-friendly café and bike workshop! Have a coffee whilst getting your puncture fixed! Great cakes, and good fresh seasonal ingredients. Open to 10pm.

Thai Thai East Restaurant is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

19. Thai Thai East Restaurant

110 Old St, London, Greater London
Thai Restaurant · Islington · 37 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Good Thai food, decently priced and served by friendly staff. Love the decoration! AND literally just over the road from LSO St Luke's!

The Artillery Arms is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

20. The Artillery Arms

7.6
102 Bunhill Row, London, Greater London
Pub · Islington · 23 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: A proper old local pub, part way between the Barbican and LSO St Luke's. Popular with the post-work crowd.

Whitecross Street Market is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

21. Whitecross Street Market

8.9
Whitecross St, London, Greater London
Street Food Gathering · Islington · 136 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: On a weekday 11am-3pm Whitecross Street is taken over by dozens of food stalls. Everything from cakes and sweets to burgers, pasta, wraps, burritos and curries. Support a local trader!

PizzaExpress is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

22. PizzaExpress

4.9
Condor Ho, 5-10 St Paul's Churchyard, London, Greater London
Pizzeria · City of London · 58 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: This isn't the only Pizza Express around either! Try London Wall or Finsbury Square.

London Wall Bar & Kitchen is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

23. London Wall Bar & Kitchen

5.3
Barbican Highwalk, London, Greater London
Bar · Aldersgate · 9 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Newly opened, and tucked away up on the Barbican Highwalk round by the Museum of London. Trendy decor and food, great cocktail list!

Bishops Finger is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

24. Bishops Finger

6.9
9 W Smithfield, London, Greater London
Pub · Smithfield · 12 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: THE location to have a proper pint of Kentish Shepherd Neame ale. Traditional pub decor and very well served beer.

Viaduct Tavern is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

25. Viaduct Tavern

6.7
126 Newgate Street, London, Greater London
Pub · City of London · 16 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: A fair walk away from the Barbican and LSO St Luke's, but well worth a detour if you have time. Gorgeous old pub with original decor - have a look up at the ceiling!

St. John Bar and Restaurant is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

26. St. John Bar and Restaurant

8.6
26 St. John St, London, Greater London
English Restaurant · Islington · 153 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: The more adventurous diner should love this old ham and bacon smokehouse - sweetbreads, bone marrow, tongue, cheek and trotters all make an appearance on the menu, as well as whole roast suckling pig!

The Hat And Feathers is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

27. The Hat And Feathers

Clerkenwell Road (Goswell Road), Islington, Greater London
Pub · 6 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Another lively traditional pub just along the road from LSO St Luke's. Excellent nibbles. A large outdoor area for when it's nice.

Waitrose & Partners is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

28. Waitrose & Partners

8.3
Whitecross Street, Cherry Tree Walk Centre (at Whitecross St), Barbican, Greater London
Supermarket · 24 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: If all you want is to pick up a quick sandwich, snack or bottle of water then this Waitrose is tucked back just off Whitecross Street.

Blossom is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

29. Blossom

Unit 1b, 1 Ropemaker St, London, Greater London
Korean Restaurant · City of London · 8 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: The Bento boxes are a must here. Good for lunch or a quick pre-concert dinner.

The Globe is one of Local pubs, bars and eateries.

30. The Globe

6.3
83 Moorgate, London, Greater London
Pub · City of London · 24 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Virtually next door to Moorgate station, so very handy for those travelling in via the tube! A solid old traditional pub, serving decent ale and bar food.