St John's Wood
Places to eat in St John's Wood, London
Photo © Babak Babakinejad, Google Maps
St John's Wood is fundamentally a neighbourhood to eat in rather than to base yourself. The restaurant scene here runs from casual to upmarket: Pizza Express and Duke of York sit alongside Oslo Court, rated 4.7 from nearly 1,000 reviews, and The Ivy St John's Wood, which has drawn over 2,000 ratings. Drunch Regent's Park and Maroush at Crocker's Folly both sit comfortably in the middle of that range, each scoring 4.3 from hundreds of diners.
The one proper attraction is the Tour of Lords and MCC Museum, rated 4.8 from 99 reviews—a straightforward draw for anyone with an interest in cricket. Beyond that, St John's Wood functions as a place to pass an afternoon or evening rather than a destination in its own right, though the density of decent restaurants means it repays a visit if you're in the area.
Where to stay in St John's Wood
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Sanctum Regents Park
28-32 Wellington Road, London
St Johns Boutique Hotel
2 Allitsen Road, London
Danubius Hotel Regents Park
18 Lodge Road, London
London Marriott Hotel Regents Park
128 King Henrys Road, London
Three Falcons
1 Orchardson Street, London
The Warrington Hotel
93 Warrington Crescent, London
Comfort Inn Edgware Road
450-452 Edgware Road, London
Best Western Swiss Cottage Hotel
4 Adamson Road, Swiss Cottage
from £120/night
Things to Do in St John's Wood(1)
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Where to Eat in St John's Wood(16)
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St John's Wood has 16 restaurants and places to eat, with an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5. Eight of these have outdoor seating, and six offer vegetarian options, making the area well-suited to different dining preferences and occasions.
Oslo Court stands out as the most highly rated venue, with 4.7 out of 5 from 964 reviews. Morso also scores exceptionally well at 4.6 out of 5 from 663 reviews. For something more casual, Drunch Regent's Park, Duke of York, Maroush at Crocker's Folly and Pizza Express St Johns Wood Abbey Road all rate 4.3 out of 5, with review counts ranging from 863 to 1775.
The restaurants span different styles and price points, from casual dining to more upmarket options. Many are concentrated in the heart of the area, making it easy to explore several venues in one visit.
After eating, you might browse the independent shops along Abbey Road or take a stroll through Regent's Park, which borders the area to the south.
Attractions Near St John's Wood
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Abbey Road Studios
London · ⭐ 4.6
1 mi
Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre
London · ⭐ 3.9
1 mi
ODEON Swiss Cottage Luxe
London · ⭐ 4.4
1 mi
The Regents Park and Primrose Hill
Regent's Park · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
London Zoo
London · ⭐ 4.8
1 mi
The Sherlock Holmes Museum
Marylebone · ⭐ 4.3
1 mi
London Waterbus Canal Trips
Maida Vale · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
Madame Tussauds
London · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in St John's Wood
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Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping
⭐ 4.7 · from £98/night
Self-Catering Cottages in St John's Wood
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2 bed · sleeps 6
22A Warrender Road
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £653
Peckhamsbest Suite
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £591
2A Ruby Street
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £666
On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
River Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
The Cwm View
1 bed · sleeps 4
Common questions about St John's Wood
What is there to do in St John's Wood?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around St John's Wood.
Where can I eat in St John's Wood?
We list 16 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around St John's Wood.
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