Curated Collection

Top Rated in Shoreditch

Discover handpicked top rated in Shoreditch, London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

19 restaurants

1
Gloria

Italian · ££ · Shoreditch

95Signal

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Pasta al tartufo

A satisfying, 'dank bowl' of fresh mafalda ribbons littered with black Molise truffle, mascarpone, and button mushrooms that critics call 'downright delicious.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Brat

Basque · ££££ · Shoreditch

90Signal

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Whole Turbot

The restaurant's namesake and the "pinnacle of a meal"; it is slow-cooked over indirect heat for half an hour to produce "soft, lightly sticky skin" and "pearly flesh."

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Popolo Shoreditch

Italian · ££ · Shoreditch

90Signal

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Pork Cheek Agnolotti

Consistently praised as 'flawlessly realised,' this pasta is served in a 'buttery porcini sauce ripe with parmesan' and is noted as a dish it would be a 'mistake to ignore.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
The Clove Club

Modern British · ££££ · Shoreditch

86Signal

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Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Pine Salt

Universally acclaimed as the restaurant's 'infamous' signature snack, these are described as 'nuggets fit for a deity' and are served in a nest of pine branches with a 'fleeting fragrance' of woodiness.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
Counter 71

Modern British Tasting Menu · ££££ · Shoreditch

85Signal

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Langoustine & Crab Custard

Consistently praised as a delicate and inventive opening act, this dish is a highlight among the initial procession of snacks.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

6
Manteca

Nose-to-Tail Italian · ££ · Shoreditch

84Signal

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Tonnarelli, brown crab cacio e pepe

This is the "dish you'll see most on Instagram" and for good reason. Critics describe the rust-coloured sauce as having a "deep, savoury kick" that is "VERY good."

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

7
Rochelle Canteen

Modern British · £££ · Shoreditch

84Signal

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Whipped Cod's Roe

A signature starter mentioned across nearly every review; served with radishes and bread, it is creamy, smoky, and iconic.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

8
Osteria Angelina

Itameshi (Italian-Japanese) · £££ · Shoreditch

84Signal

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Tortellini with Truffle & Kombu

This dish perfectly illustrates the restaurant's 'dual culinary inspiration,' blending Italian technique with Japanese depth.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

9
Duchy

French-Italian (Savoyard) · £££ · Shoreditch

83Signal

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Brown Crab Arancini

Universally praised as an 'easy recommendation' and a 'great, filling start' to the meal.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

10
Sohaila

Lebanese · ££ · Shoreditch

83Signal

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Whipped Labneh with Chilli Butter

Time Out describes this starter as 'airy' and topped with a 'rich and smoky chilli butter,' noting it as a perfect introduction to their 'impeccable seasoning.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

11
HOKO

Hong Kong / Cantonese · £ · Shoreditch

83Signal

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Hong Kong Pork Chop Rice with Egg

Described as one of the most "diabolically effective" plates of food in London, this "ugly delicious mound" is highlighted by a "ginger-forward marvel of a black bean sauce."

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

12
BAO Noodle Shop

Taiwanese · ££ · Shoreditch

82Signal

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Rare Beef Rump Noodle

Referenced as the Tainan-style broth, this light beef soup is a signature interactive experience served with a 400-day-aged soy-cured egg specifically for noodle-dipping.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

13
Oklava

Modern Turkish-Cypriot · £££ · Shoreditch

82Signal

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Chilli Roast Cauliflower

Regarded as one of the 'bright, sunlit spots' of the menu, these hunks of cauliflower are roasted with a mild chilli paste and 'slathered' with red onions, parsley, and crunchy pistachios.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

14
Monohon Ramen

Japanese Ramen · ££ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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Abura Soba

Reviewers praise this 'soupless ramen' for its 'thick, bouncy ramen noodles' served on a 'sesame-oil based tare.' Time Out notes it is a 'unique variation' worth 'ticking off your list at least once.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

15
The Knave of Clubs

British Pub · £££ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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Prawn Scotch Egg

Described as a 'genius choice' and a 'contender for Scotch egg of the year,' this seafood twist on the pub classic features a sweet chilli jam that perfectly complements the prawn.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

16
Beigel Bake

Bakery · £ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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Salt Beef Bagel

The legendary staple featuring a colossal salt beef filling, an obscene amount of pickles, and strong mustard.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

17
Yanji

Korean BBQ · ££ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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Cumin Lamb Skewers

A signature speciality of the restaurant where 'cubes of cumin lamb' rotate on charcoal grills, 'dripping and popping with chilli-infused flavour' as they cook.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

18
Butchies

Fried Chicken · £ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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The Original

The ultimate benchmark buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, kept simple with garlic aioli and house pickles.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

19
Nest

Modern British · ££££ · Shoreditch

80Signal

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Soda Bread with Cultured Butter

This signature bread receives 'full marks' from critics, with some describing it as 'most delicious' and 'almost closer to a slice of cake than bread.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

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