Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Docklands & Canary Wharf

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Updated May 05, 2026

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Amerigo Vespucci

4.9

4.9 (1194)

£26 to £40

Italian

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Amerigo Vespucci is one of the longest established independent restaurants on the Wharf, celebrating 30 Years serving Italian Cuisine as only true Italians do.

Minutes from the bustle and bankers of Canary Wharf is Amerigo Vespucci, offering the diner
impressive dockside views and a true taste of Italy, right in the heart of London’s financial district. The fresh and imaginative menu offers excellent choice – from simple but bursting-with-flavour pasta dishes to generous-sized meat and fish courses, while daily changing specials make the most of what’s on sale at the local market. Step inside the nautical-themed dining room or enjoy an aperitif on the large alfresco terrazzo and relax in the capable hands of the experienced and friendly waiting staff. Hot and cold starters pave the way for a fresh-food feast.
Best Italian in the Docklands.

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Mark

Dined 3 days ago

Always a joy to go to Amerigo where you get a real taste of Italy in Canary Wharf. Lovely food, great service. Hopefully, be back soon.

Sunborn Afternoon Tea

4.4

4.4 (444)

£26 to £40

Afternoon Tea

Docklands

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delightful selection of sandwiches and cakes in a unique atmosphere with stunning views of Canary Wharf and the surrounding Docklands and short cable car ride to the 02 Arena.
A lavish and unique experience aboard a Super Yacht.

A selection of home-made savouries, scones and sweet bites featuring delicious finger sandwiches and freshly baked raisin scones with Cornish clotted cream and seasonal preserves.
Served with a wide selection of teas to compliment your quintessentially British experience.

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Loraine

Dined on May 4, 2026

Had an enjoyable afternoon tea experience. Great variety of sweet and savoury treats. Staff were very attentive and always readily available when required.

Blacklock Canary Wharf

4.8

4.8 (2220)

£25 and under

International

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Blacklock a modern version of the Great British chophouse. Nestled cosily in the corner of Canary Wharf, underneath the train tracks of the North Dock. Feel the comforting rumble of trains passing overhead conjuring memories of some of our favourite haunts underneath the bridges in NYC. We take the best meat in the country from the award-winning farmer and butcher Philip Warren in Cornwall. We cook chops simply over our real charcoal grill with a little help from vintage Blacklock irons and serve it all up alongside cocktails that give back and wine on tap in our atmospheric chop mecca. On Sundays we serve a Sunday Roast (almost as good as Mum's). Bookings and Walk-Ins available.

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Angie

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely food and great service. Brilliant to see it so busy on a Monday. Noisy if your looking for quieter /relaxed vibe Definitely going again

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4.6

4.6 (4273)

£26 to £40

British

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is housed in an eco-friendly floating pavilion in a new riverside neighbourhood in Canary Wharf. Gently rising and falling with the tide, the main restaurant at dock-level is joined by a 120-seat waterside bar. Both include terraces with views across the water (squint your eyes and you might just see the ghosts of great ships laden with mighty lengths of timber that used to swing in and unload there). There's also a private dining room for up to 20 people named after the local legend Queenie Watts, a singer, songwriter, actor and self-confessed bawdy landlady (think Peggy Mitchell meets Joni Mitchell). The menu revolves around the best British produce the country has to offer with grass-fed dry-aged ethically reared beef, sustainable seafood from the South coast and some of the biggest hits from the Hawksmoor New York menu.

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BarryGold

Dined 1 day ago

Best Steakhouse in London. Fantastic evening with wonderful food staff and ambience. Cannot wait to visit again and share the experience.

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4.6

4.6 (102)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Roe is a modern and spacious restaurant in the heart of Canary Wharf from the trio behind the critically-acclaimed sister restaurant Fallow St James’s and FOWL.

The extensive a la carte menu is divided into nibbles and flatbreads, skewers and grilled options, with larger plates and sides also available. As well as championing modest, British ingredients, Roe’s dishes showcase underused and underappreciated produce. Rare breed meats and carefully sourced fish from the British Isles are central to the menu, as well as regenerative crops like Wildfarmed native grain.

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Ruth

Dined on May 2, 2026

Had a thoroughly lovely brunch. The starters and desert were amazing! Great value and will definitely book again. Very attentive and friendly staff too

Hazev Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (82)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

For reservations of more than 12 people, please call 020 7515 9467 or email info@hazev.com

Explore Turkish cuisine at Hazev in Canary Wharf, where modern and traditional flavours merge along the waterfront. Our expert chefs craft dishes evoking the charm of the Bosphorus. The Hazev Bar offers a stylish spot for post-work drinks with scenic views, and Hazev Café invites you to indulge in authentic Anatolian pastries and aromatic Turkish coffee.

Diverse Menu Options:
- Hand-prepared hot and cold meze
- Signature charcoal grill (Mangal)
- Traditional casseroles and seasonal specials
- Vegetarian/vegan options

Beverage Selection:
- Traditional Turkish beverages
- Refreshing non-alcoholic options
- Selection of alcoholic drinks and wine

Location:
- Canary Wharf, Thames Path, Docklands, The O2 Arena, Greenwich

Ideal Spot for:
- Wine & Dine
- Exploring nearby landmarks
- Lunch, breakfast, brunch
- Private dining room
- Cultural Experience

Seating:
- Indoor, outdoor, balcony, café, bar

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Tony

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent as always, thank you, you never let me down. We had a wonderful lunch and will be back.

Brera Lounge

4.3

4.3 (115)

£26 to £40

Lounge

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Your passport to an enchanting dining experience nestled in the heart of Canary Wharf. Inspired by the vibrant and picturesque island of Capri, we invite you to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Discover a unique realm of lounging.

Restaurant

Get up-close and personal with our talented chefs. Our skilled chefs meticulously prepare each dish using the finest and freshest ingredients, ensuring an explosion of flavours that will transport you straight to the coastal regions of Italy. From traditional pasta dishes and wood-fired pizzas to delectable seafood and succulent grilled meats, our menu celebrates the rich diversity of Italian gastronomy.

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Shisha Lounge

A sanctuary of relaxation and indulgence nestled in the vibrant city of London. Step into a serene ambiance where the aromatic clouds of shisha transport you to a world of tranquility.

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Harry

Dined on Apr 23, 2026

Amazing experience and will definitely come back again! Food and vibes 10/10!

Wahaca Canary Wharf

4.7

4.7 (105)

£25 and under

Mexican

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Vibrant, Mexican small plates, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.

Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, Wahaca has been consistently recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.

Wahaca Canary Wharf is right in centre of the Wharf, at One Canada Square. The go-to spot for a lunch break or winding down with after-work drinks. In the financial heart of London, it's a lively hub for everyone looking for fresh, flavourful dishes, and when you're out exploring the area.

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Nathan

Dined 3 days ago

The waiter was great. Very attentive. The food was great too. Would definitely visit Wahaca in Canary Wharf again.

ROKA - Canary Wharf

4.7

4.7 (667)

£41 and over

Japanese

Canary Wharf

About the restaurant

Happy Hour (Bar Area Only)
Available Monday to Friday on a walk-in basis
16:00–19:30

Kindly note that our set brunch menu is served throughout lunchtime on Saturdays and all day on Sundays. The à la carte menu is not available during these times. Menus may vary depending on date, time, and location—please check the relevant menu prior to booking.

About ROKA
The name ROKA holds deep meaning — RO represents a meeting place where food and drinks are shared with friends, while KA signifies the heat, warmth, and all-embracing energy that surrounds. The core of ROKA's cuisine is the robata grill, inspired by the fishermen of Japan's northern coastal waters who traditionally grilled their catch over charcoal on their boats and shared it using their oars.

ROKA Charlotte Street opened in 2004, followed by ROKA Canary Wharf in 2009, ROKA Mayfair in February 2014, and ROKA Aldwych in October 2014.

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David

Dined on Mar 14, 2026

I really enjoyed my visit to ROKA , the food was great and my service by Kyoko was excellent . I was disappointed only by my booking not allowing me my choice of seating .

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Experience

Teishoku Set Menu + bubbles & mochi | from £39.50

Experience

Brunch with free-flowing wine | from £59.50

Lands End Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (807)

£26 to £40

British

Docklands

About the restaurant

There’s something for everyone in the UK’s most exclusive and one of a kind venue. Enjoy mouth-watering food with unrivalled views in the heart of London’s Docklands.

Named in celebration of Victoria Dock’s original identity, the Lands End restaurant serves the finest food in surroundings to match your mood. Our Kitchen team, makes creative use of the best seasonal British produce where provenance is at the heart.

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Charlotte

Dined on May 2, 2026

We stayed at the sunborn yacht hotel and had a 3 course meal here. It was absolutely incredible! My boyfriend isn’t a foodie and I got an absolutely outstanding review from him and numerous mmm noises! Would definitely recommend 100%

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Experience

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