Best Historic Restaurants in Bank

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ItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndianJapanese

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AldwychAngelBankBanksideBarbicanBelgravia

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

105 restaurants available nearby

1. Gaucho City

4.7

Exceptional(1782)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Fenchurch Street

Booked 23 times today

You’re about to dine in what was once the historic silver vaults of the Bank of England. Where porters once moved and carved precious metals of immense value, you are about to cut into the UK’s best beef.The dining room was redesigned in 2023, with inspiration drawn from the landscapes and textures of Latin America – a feature mural depicting the rolling Andes and their dusky hues takes pride of place along one wall of the restaurant.

2. The Wolseley City

4.5

Awesome(100)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • London Bridge

Booked 7 times today

Rooted in the tradition of Europe’s grand café culture, The Wolseley City is known for its all-day dining, monochrome design details and landmark architecture, sited on the threshold of one of London’s most historic quarters on King William Street near Bank.

3. Luc's Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(836)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Fenchurch Street

Booked 14 times today

Luc's is a French Brasserie situated in historic Leadenhall Market in the City of London. The menu comprises of French regional dishes, desserts and cheeses with a well chosen wine list to accompany your meal.

A photo of Cecconi’s Sunday Feast at The Ned London restaurant

4. Cecconi’s Sunday Feast at The Ned London

4.2

Awesome(1727)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bank

Booked 12 times today

Eat as much as you like from pastas and pizzas, salads, Sunday roasts, lobsters, oysters and classic Italian desserts. The Ned’s Feast is £100 per person or £165 per person with free flowing Champagne. Member rates may apply.Please note, throughout December Cecconi's Feast will be £120 per person, or £190 with free-flowing Champagne.From January 2025, Feast will be £110 per person or £175 with free-flowing ChampagneThe Cecconi's Sunday Feast is served across Cecconi's and Malibu Kitchen.For bookings of six or more please call to book.Children under six eat for free, and the feast is half-price for children aged 6 to 12.Please be advised bookings cannot be made for drinks only. Pets, other than registered guide dogs are not permitted in any area at The Ned. If you would like to request a highchair or for further information please contact the restaurant directly. Please note The Ned reserves the right to refuse or cancel any reservation either ahead of or upon arrival.

5. The Libertine

4.6

Exceptional(243)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Bank

Booked 4 times today

The Libertine brings to life the 450 year history of one of London's most iconic buildings, The Royal Exchange. A spectacular destination for dining, drinking and unwinding located in the vaults of this London landmark. Enjoy wholesome seasonal fare prepared with the finest quality produce from lunch until late. Choose from snacks for the table, starters, seafood dishes, vegetarian and vegan dishes, a selection of dry-aged steaks and grande cuts alongside traditional mains and desserts.

6. The Factory House

4.5

Awesome(102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Fenchurch Street

Booked 10 times today

Set in London’s historic Leadenhall Market, our subterranean bar and grill offers an extensive wine list, a range of delicious cocktails and a barbecue inspired menu, using Josper grills to offer the very best indoor BBQ cooking over real coals. The closed Josper reaches exceptionally high temperatures sealing in flavour and moisture whilst adding a delicious smoky flavour. The open Josper provides the heat and flames of a traditional BBQ and is ideal for bigger joints and spit roasting chicken or wild fowl.

A photo of La Vina Leadenhall Market restaurant

7. La Vina Leadenhall Market

4.0

Excellent(163)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Bank

Booked 18 times today

Step into La Vina Leadenhall Market for the ultimate Spanish dining experience, perfect for entertaining clients or having celebrations with friends and family.Serving Tapas and Speciality Dishes along with a truly Spanish range of Wine, Sangrias and Speciality Cocktails, if you are looking for a restaurant in London, La Vina Leadenhall Market is the ideal place to relax and unwind, after a long day.At La Vina Leadenhall Market we also host great parties with the restaurant available to hire on weekends for private functions.General Manager: Fatima Rivas BarreiroExecutive Chef: Pedro Antonio Lopez GrijalboServing regional dishes with the highest quality imported products from Spain, alongside local UK sourced ingredients, in the famous Leadenhall Market built in 1885.

8. Bar 1790

4.5

Awesome(28)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Bank

Booked 10 times today

A contemporary wine bar with a tapas menu, a comprehensive Portuguese wine and port list, accompanied by our signature cocktails.Bar 1790 is a fantastic destination for anyone who loves great food and drink in a beautiful and historic setting. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a lively night out with friends, this bar has something to offer everyone.

9. The New Moon

4.4

Awesome(44)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Bank

Booked 2 times today

The New Moon accepts all cards & contactless payments. The elegant Restaurant is the newest addition to our characterful city pub set in historic Leadenhall Market. This first floor also features a private meeting/dining room that you can book from a couple of hours to all day! With a focus on the finer things in life, the restaurant menu of elevated British classics and hand-picked wine selection is sure to please.

A photo of Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — St Paul's restaurant

10. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — St Paul's

4.1

Excellent(4180)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • St Paul's

Booked 93 times today

Welcome back to Bread Street Kitchen & Bar - St Paul's. Join us for classic Gordon Ramsay dishes and delicious cocktails in St Paul's 7 days a week - we're open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and after work drinks. We can't wait to see you!

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From verified diners like you

T
Tony
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food. Great music. Great service. Fabulous experience. Recommend the champagne special
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Cecconi’s Sunday Feast at The Ned LondonPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bank
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4.2
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Ruth
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The host was friendly and welcoming. We were uni friends meeting after a while and were given time and space to catch up over good food and drink. Complementary chocolates at the end were a lovely touch.
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The Wolseley CityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French• London Bridge
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4.5
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DavidVIP
London •18 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
You can’t go wrong with a gaucho and this again proved to be the case. Great food and great company. Tables were a little close but luckily the people next to us were nice. Great service
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Gaucho CityPrice: Expensive• Steak• Fenchurch Street
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4.7
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Elizabeth
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 25, 2025
A delicious lunch with fantastic service - thank you!
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Luc's BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Fenchurch Street
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4.5
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Reda
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Great service, food plates should be designed for the tables as the tables are small for two , and great wine list
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The LibertinePrice: Expensive• British• Bank
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4.6

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