Along with the City, Canary Wharf is one of London’s two chief financial districts and offers some of the most attractively priced office space in all of London as well as a plethora of pristine shops, bars, and restaurants. And while the area has sometimes been characterised as ‘all work and no play’ – the ongoing residential development and imminent arrival of the Elizabeth line are set to redefine the area.
Once home to only the biggest financial institutions in the world as their UK headquarters, Canary Wharf has changed over the last decade. Huge amounts of residential development and some of the financial institutions moving out has changed pricing and costs and has made it more attractive to fintech startups and VC firms.
Discover our favourite restaurants, pubs and things to do in Canary Wharf.
From Hawksmoor in Wood Wharf to the Boisdale in Cabot Square, the area around Canary Wharf and the Docklands has plenty of swanky bars and restaurants. And with the arrival of Giant Robot – the latest opening by street food operator Street Feast – the area now has plenty of casual dining options too. For panoramic views over London’s skyline, the Big Easy at the top of Canary Wharf shopping centre is definitely worth checking out.