Places to eat in and around ExCeL London

With over 30 cafés, bars and restaurants there is plenty of choice when it comes to eating out at ExCeL London. With everything from a quick bite to eat to a relaxing 3-course meal there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets.  There is a wide selection of cafés, bars and restaurants within the venue, as well as two restaurant pubs – the Fox @ ExCeL and the Fox @ Connaught. 

Alternatively if you would like to explore more of London, you can enjoy a variety of food and entertainment in nearby Canary Wharf, West India Quay, St Katharine Docks, and Greenwich, which are all easily accessible by public transport, car or taxi.

Restaurants

Caribbean Scene
Tel: 020 7511 2023 or www.caribbeanscene.co.uk
Located on the dockside, opposite the Crowne Plaza, Caribbean Scene is the latest addition to our onsite F&B offering. The restaurant opened just prior to the Motor Show. Visitors can enjoy an exciting range of traditional and contemporary dishes, including fish, pasta, salads, curries, plus traditional Caribbean and vegetarian options, all prepared by ex-Ivy Chef Anthony Cumberbatch.

China Palace - Chinese Restaurant
Tel: 020 7474 0808
350-seater Chinese restaurant. Offering Dim Sum from 12-5pm and set menus or an a la carte in the evening, as well as karaoke. China Palace also offers six private function rooms and further open plan seating.

Nakhon Thai – Cocktail Bar & Thai Restaurant
Tel: 020 7474 5510 or www.nakhonthai.co.uk
Situated at the West end of Royal Victoria Dock.  The accomplished chef, Ken Teo, creates authentic and original dishes from around Thailand. Open every day of the week. The restaurant offers an exotic bar, private dining and banqueting facilities (indoors and outdoors) for up to 400.

Terra Restaurant, Crowne Plaza
Tel:  +44 (0) 870 990 9692
The 140-cover restaurant - including private dining for 24 - provides mouth-watering dishes prepared to the highest standards and served in a professional yet relaxed and informal atmosphere.

La Table, ibis
Tel:  +44 (0)800 587 3931
Only 200 metres from ExCeL London’s West Entrance, offering a self-service buffet with a wide range of salads, hot dishes and a delicious selection of desserts, designed to tempt you!

The Upper Deck, Novotel
Tel:  + 44 (0) 20 7474 0011
With wonderful views across Royal Victoria Dock the Upper Deck is the perfect place for everything from a quick snack to an à la carte meal.

The Slice Bar & Restaurant, Premier Inn
Tel:  +44 (0) 870 238 3322
Offering delectable meals, snacks and refreshments, including a great value continental or full English breakfast.

Waterfront Brasserie, Ramada
Tel:  +44 (0) 870 111 8779
Offering a wide choice of freshly made food in a stylish modern environment with a relaxed informal atmosphere. Ideal for a breakfast get together, lunch or post event dinner.

Fifth Deck Restaurant & Bar, Sunborn Yacht Hotel
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7059 9100
This exceptional and intimate restaurant is a stylish dining experience not to be missed. Serving delicious cuisine, prepared from the very finest ingredients. Alfresco dining for 50 is available in the summer

Quick Snacks and Hot Drinks

Bagel Factory
Bagel Factory bagels are filled to order from the American style deli bar serving classic favourites such as the Salt Beef Melt. To compliment your bagel, is Coffee Co with their single estates espresso blend coffee. A range of muffins, cookies and brownies is baked on the premises and a selection of smoothies, juices and milkshakes are also available.

The Baked Potato Co
Serving freshly baked jumbo potatoes with a selection of tasty fillings.

Birley Sandwiches
A ‘deli’ style sandwich bar offering delicious speciality sandwiches to order, each freshly made to suit all tastes.

The Boulevard Bar and Restaurant
Enjoy a top quality dining experience in a comfortable environment.

Chozen Noodle
Chose from a variety of Asian and Oriental dishes including beef in red Thai curry, sweet and sour chicken, barbeque pork or seafood teriyaki accompanied by a choice of rice or noodles.

Costa Coffee
Offers a fine selection of gourmet coffees, ‘tostada’ toasted cheese sandwiches, hot panini, pastries, cakes and biscuits.

Crunch & Squeeze
Delivering the freshest smoothies & juices along with premium salads and sandwiches. Also serving fresh Illy Coffees and a wide selection of Twinings Teas, this innovative concept is a healthy alternative to anything else.  Why not start the day with a ‘Breakfast Bonanza’ smoothie (bananas, muesli, honey & milk) or kick start the afternoon with an ‘Pick Me Up’ juice (Orange, Apple, Carrot & Ginger Juice).

Delice de France
Offers a wide range of freshly baked French pastries and savouries, as well as freshly made coffees, throughout the day.

DP Café
Take a seat to plan your day and enjoy one of our ethically sourced ‘Rain Forest Alliance’ range of coffees or try a Suchard Hot Chocolate, along with fresh morning pastries and a wide selection of sandwiches and paninis cooked to order.

East Quay / West Quay
Enjoy a wide selection of ice cold beers, selected wines, exclusive champagnes & spirits in a trendy atmosphere.  With a variety of foods & hot beverages including sushi, these bars are perfect for unwinding after work or grabbing a snack at lunch time.

The Fine Burger Co
Fine Burger Co stands out from the crowd for using only the best produce and ingredients. Beef burgers are made from naturally reared, grass-fed beef or you can choose from delicious chicken, lamb or vegetarian options. Chips are hand cut from the best Maris Piper potatoes, whilst buns are baked daily. A freshly made to order an FBC burger is a burger with real culinary credentials!

The Gallery Café Bar
These three bars provide a perfect way to escape from the exhibition floor for a couple of hours.  With an extensive menu including hot paninis, fresh sandwiches, salads, draught beers, champagnes, wines & spirits, teas & coffees - why not conduct a meeting in a friendly, relaxed environment?

The Kitchen
Offering 3 different menus, dependent on the time of the day. Breakfast includes a variety of hot options such porridge or beans on toast. For lunch chose from a range of fresh sandwiches, made to order. Cream teas and a range of desserts are served in the afternoon.

Panini Pronto
Enjoy a hot Panini or morning snack with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or tea.

Square Pie
Offers ‘the best tasting pies from quality ingredients you can trust’.  With crispy bacon rolls served in the morning, with a full range of lattés and cappuccinos, this outlet provides fresh hot food throughout the day.  Pies can be served with mash potato, peas & gravy and with a full range of beers & wines available it is the perfect place for a hearty meal.

Upper Crust
Caters for your needs throughout the day - offering freshly baked, filled baguettes, traditional espresso based coffees, cakes, pastries and cold drinks.

Whistlestop - The Food Market
The Whistlestop brand offers convenience shopping - whether it’s a sandwich, drink or snack, a bottle of wine or just a pint of milk.

Seated Cafes

Pizza This Pasta That
Offers a wide selection of lavish, freshly baked pizzas, each heaped with a great choice of toppings – accompanied by fresh salads and the finest selection of beers and wines.

Waterside Cafe Bars
Overlooking Royal Victoria Dock. Providing a range of hot and cold food, plus a bar. (Accessed via the South Halls and the Dockside).

Bars and Pubs

Isle Bar & Lounge, Crowne Plaza
Tel: +44 (0) 870 990 9692  
The bar is a contemporary, modern space with a large feature illuminated island bar and full height glazing overlooking the waterfront. The combination of light and texture creates an open, lofty and relaxing environment to enjoy a fresh, cold beer at the funky window seats or a delicious latte and pastry in the soft, discreet booth seating.

Oval Bar, Ramada
Tel: +44 (0) 870 111 8779 
Serving a wide variety of international beers, wines, coffee and cocktails, with unbelievably comfortable sofas and seating – it’s the ideal place to relax at the end of the day.

The Yacht Club Bar, Sunborn Yacht Hotel ££
Tel:  +44 (0) 20 7059 9100 
With its central lobby location, The Yacht Club is a popular and lively meeting place ideal for relaxing and socialising. Serving light snacks, refreshments and cocktails in a contemporary setting.

5th Deck Bar, Sunborn Yacht Hotel ££
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7059 9100 
A lively top deck bar is open in the Summer with magnificent views over the Royal Docks.