St. JOHN Smithfield
A Michelin-starred British culinary institution opened in 1994, famous for its highly influential roasted bone marrow with parsley salad.
This restaurant is renowned for pioneering "nose-to-tail" British dining and retains its Michelin star in 2026. The roasted bone marrow with parsley salad and sourdough has been a fixture since opening; Anthony Bourdain famously called it his ideal last meal. The daily changing menu also features dishes like eel pie and Welsh rarebit, while the Eccles cake with Lancashire cheese is a classic dessert choice. The white-walled dining room is minimalist, with a bar near the entrance that doubles as a bakery. Booking online in advance is highly recommended. Bone marrow is about £16.50, and a three-course meal averages £50–75 per person (excluding drinks). A short walk from Farringdon station.
Opening hours
Lunch: Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00, Sun 12:00–16:00; Dinner: Mon–Sat 18:00–22:30
Nearby sights
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Tate Modern
- Borough Market
- Sky Garden
- The Shard
- Covent Garden
- Platform 9¾, King's Cross
- London Eye