All the Lewisham Restaurants That Won Awards in 2024

Lewisham: From cozy chippies to fancy Indian spots, this year was a big one for local eateries. They snagged awards from local competitions to national accolades.

Let’s dive into the highlights:

Babur in Forest Hill has been around since 1985 and is a real gem. This year, it made it to SquareMeal’s Top 100 London Restaurants for 2024. Their Indian dishes, like swordfish tikka masala, are a must-try, plus they whip up some amazing cocktails.

Then there’s Bona Pizzeria, also in Forest Hill. They took home the Best Pizza award at the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards 2024. Since opening in 2015, they’ve been serving up fresh Neapolitan pizzas and tasty Italian desserts.

If breakfast is your thing, check out Break the Fast in Catford. They won a Blue Ribbon at the Good Food Awards 2024 for their brunch offerings. Their menu mixes classic British breakfast with international flavors, like jerk chicken loaded fries.

For fish and chips lovers, Brockley’s Rock in Brockley won a Gold Seal at the Good Food Awards 2024. They’re known for their top-notch fish and chips and even have gluten-free options.

Dinner for One Hundred in Nunhead is another pizza place that made waves this year, landing a spot in the Times Top 50 Pizza Places in the UK. They offer gluten-free pizzas and a giant cheesy garlic bread that’s a hit.

Sweet tooth? Dolce Desserts & Café in Catford won Best Café at the Mayor of Lewisham Business Awards 2024. They serve a variety of pastries and breakfast items, like eggs royale.

Gurkha’s in Sydenham has been serving Indian and Nepalese dishes for over 20 years and also won an award this year.

Panas Gurkha in Blackheath was named Restaurant of The Year at the Asian Curry Awards 2024. Their menu features homestyle Nepali dishes crafted by a Michelin-starred chef.

Quaggy’s Kitchen in Lee, which just opened in September 2023, won the Rider Love Award at the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards 2024 for their authentic Indian takeout.

Lastly, The Real Turkish in Catford got a Special Commendation at the Mayor of Lewisham Business Awards 2024. This family-run spot is known for its delicious shish kebabs and refreshing cocktails.

So, if you’re in Lewisham, these award-winning places are definitely worth a visit!