South Lambeth, centred on South Lambeth Road near Stockwell and Vauxhall, is one of London's best-kept dining streets thanks to a concentration of Portuguese and East African - particularly Ethiopian - cooking that is difficult to match anywhere else in the city. Quality across the small but focused selection is genuinely exceptional, and while prices range from relaxed to considered, the cooking more than earns every pound. If you have not eaten here, it should be near the top of your south London list.
High-footfall riverside cultural corridor popular with theatergoers, museum visitors, and tourists; mixes locals and visitors seeking casual dining before/after attractions.
South Bank: A vibrant cultural and tourist district along the River Thames, known for major attractions like the London Eye, Southbank Centre, and numerous museums and performance venues.
Safety: Generally safe, high foot traffic along the Embankment; well-lit and maintained.
Parking: Central London street parking limited; not a driving destination
Getting around: Steps from Waterloo Station