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Eating Authentic Cuisine in Lewisham
Lewisham is a regeneration area and now one of the most desirable inner London boroughs for new home buyers. The area balances urban modernity and amenities with a rich history and diverse neighbourhood.
The eateries around the Borough reflect this diversity, offering a fusion of cultures and flavours for locals to explore. Keep reading for the must-visit brunch spots, restaurants and markets near the Square Roots Lewisham apartments.
Lewisham's Culinary Hotspots
Best Brunches
Zest
Just a five-minute walk from Square Roots Lewisham, Zest is one of the best brunch spots in Lewisham, with food options for bacon lovers, vegetarians and gluten-free eaters alike. Its artisan brioche French toast is a sure-fire Saturday morning favourite.
Bar Beach and Grill
Bar Beach Grill specialises in boozy bottomless brunches. Choose between the meat, seafood, or vegetarian brunch menus and enjoy bottomless cocktails like a tequila sunrise while you eat.
Five Dining Favourites
Sweet1ne
Sweet1ne is an African and Caribbean fusion restaurant only a 10-minute walk from Square Roots Lewisham. The restaurant serves everything from Surf and Turf to Curry Goat and Jerk BBQ chicken.
Marisqueria Galapagos
Heavily inspired by the dishes and ingredients that are popular on the Ecuadorian coast, Marisqueria Galapagos is a family-run restaurant in Lewisham Shopping Centre. On the menu, you'll find authentic seafood and rice dishes, including generous servings of la Bandera.
Ana’more
A 12-minute walk from Square Roots Lewisham, Ana'more Lewisham is a Turkish-inspired restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Go in the morning for a Mediterranean breakfast or book a table in the evening and try The Middle Neck Special, a charcoal-grilled rack of marinated lamb.
Bona Pizzeria
Tucked away in Forest Hill, Bona Pizzeria received the award for best pizza at the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards 2024. Bona has mastered the Neapolitan style and makes everything from scratch using Italian and locally sourced ingredients. Dietary requirements are covered too, as the menu includes vegan and gluten-free options.
Babur
Open since 1985, Babur is a local favourite for Indian food with an unconventional, gourmet twist. It was voted among SquareMeal’s top 100 London restaurants for 2024 and is a quick 8-minute drive from Square Roots Lewisham.
Local Food Markets
Lewisham market is one of the oldest markets in London, dating back to 1906. Located next to Lewisham Shopping Centre, it’s open six days a week and has stalls selling groceries, street food, confectionery and more.
Smaller markets pop up around Lewisham too. The Lewisham Food Market is held monthly in Cornmill Gardens and features a mixture of street food and drink stalls. Meanwhile, Brockley Market is held every Saturday just off Tressillian Road. Here, you can stock up on seasonal fruit and veg, baked goods and more.
Shared Ownership Homes for Sale in Lewisham
We’re committed to helping new buyers access affordable homes in Southeast London. Find out more about shared ownership and explore the one-, two-and three-bedroom homes for sale at the award-winning Square Roots Lewisham.
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