Best Restaurants near Moonshine Saloon

Omnino Leadenhall is a polished steakhouse on Leadenhall Street in the City of London, built for lunch meetings, dinner dates and serious beef diners. Expect an indoor, meal-focused experience: attentive service, a compact urban dining room, and a menu centred on Argentinian-style grilling rather than sightseeing. It is most useful as a well-located, premium restaurant in the financial district.

A long-running Spanish tapas restaurant and bar near Aldgate and Liverpool Street, Barcelona Tapas Bar & Restaurant serves shared plates, wine and cocktails in a large, lively interior. Open since 1991, it draws office workers, couples and groups for sit-down meals rather than quick bites. Expect a casual-to-upmarket mood, a busy after-work rhythm and a menu built for lingering over several rounds of dishes.

A compact Japanese dining room in Spitalfields, So Japanese Private Dining pairs a contemporary interior with a reservation-led, group-friendly format. Expect a quieter pace than a standard sushi spot, with table service, private-dining configurations, and a central location a short walk from Aldgate or Liverpool Street. It suits dinner, celebrations, and business meals more than casual drop-ins.

Mattarello Chiodo Bolognese is an authentic Italian restaurant in London’s Middlesex Street, renowned for its handmade pasta, extensive gluten-free options, and warm Italian atmosphere. Open daily from 11 AM to nearly midnight, it offers a rich menu featuring traditional Bolognese dishes, slow-cooked sauces, and indulgent gluten-free desserts, making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers and those with dietary restrictions.

KöD London City is a Danish-born steakhouse in Devonshire Square, a short walk from Liverpool Street. It is built for seated meals rather than casual drop-ins: polished interiors, steak-led plates, wine, and a business-district rhythm that suits lunch, dinner, and private dining. Expect a compact, indoor restaurant with a premium feel and a structured visit.

Inside Pan Pacific London, Straits Kitchen is a sleek hotel restaurant and bar serving Southeast Asian-inspired fusion food in the City of London. Expect breakfast, express lunch, Sunday brunch, afternoon patisserie, and dinner in a fully indoor setting near Liverpool Street. The mood is businesslike but comfortable, with a premium finish rather than a sightseeing crowd.

Perched on the 38th and 39th floors of Heron Tower, SUSHISAMBA London pairs panoramic City views with a polished fusion menu of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian dishes. Expect a reserved, high-spend visit rather than a casual meal: lift ascent, security check, then long, sociable dining with cocktails, terrace seating and a strong after-dark atmosphere.

Perched on the 40th floor of Heron Tower, Duck & Waffle pairs modern British cooking with wide London views through floor-to-ceiling glass. It is open around the clock, so the mood shifts from breakfast light to late-night city glow. Expect a polished, high-energy room, premium prices, and a visit built around a meal or drinks rather than a long stay.

Florattica Rooftop London is a design-led cocktail bar above Minories in the City, pairing floral, textile-inspired interiors with skyline views. Expect a polished, date-night atmosphere, seated drinks, and a compact rooftop experience rather than a sprawling terrace. It works best for an early evening stop, a late drink, or a short social session with the London skyline as the backdrop.

A polished City steakhouse near Liverpool Street Station, London Steakhouse Company pairs dry-aged British beef with cocktail-bar formality, private dining, and a business-district rhythm. Expect a reservation-led meal in a below-street-level room, with lift access, classic service, and a menu that also covers fish, vegetarian, and vegan dishes.