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Where to Eat in London: Lunch at Sketch From vagabrothers
This guide turns London England Travel Tips | East Vs West City Guide from vagabrothers into a practical food map with 9 saved spots around London, Bishopsgate, and Bouverie Mews. The mapped places include a bar, a cafe stop, a castle, and a food court. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Vagabrothers showcased the stark contrast between the refined, royal atmosphere of West London and the creative, industrial energy of the East. A major highlight was gaining exclusive access to the Tower of London and visiting the world-renowned Bellerby and Co globe makers. They successfully demonstrated that travelers can experience both sides of the city seamlessly using only contactless payments.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bar stop or short itinerary in London.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 9 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Tower of London
Castle in London EC3N 4AB, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - sketch
Cafe in 9 Conduit St, London W1S 2XG, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Very expensive
Hours: Hours available - London Eye
Tourist Attraction in Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, UK, London, United Kingdom
Hours: Hours available - The Library
Library in Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, UK, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB, UK - Duck & Waffle
Restaurant in 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY, UK, Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY, UK
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - The Ship Tavern
Pub in 12 Gate St, London WC2A 3HP, UK, London, England, United Kingdom
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - CRATE Bar & Pizzeria Hackney Wick
Bar in Unit 7 Queen's Yard, London E9 5EN, UK, London E9 5EN, UK
Price level: Medium - Dinerama
Food Court in 19 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3EJ, United Kingdom, Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3EJ, United Kingdom
Price level: Medium - Bellerby & Co Globemakers
Place marker in 7 Bouverie Mews, London N16 0AE, UK, Bouverie Mews, London N16 0AE, UK
Food notes from the video
- lunch at Sketch
- local beers
- dal pizza
- sweet potato and gorgonzola pizza
- scones with cream and jam
- tea
- cask ales
- fruit platter
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- explored West London's high-end neighborhoods
- visited a microbrewery in Hackney Wick
- had afternoon tea at the Library Tea Room
- visited a traditional English pub
- stayed at a hotel with breakfast in bed
- took a secret tour of the Tower of London
- visited Bellerby and Co globe makers workshop
- used Visa contactless cards for all transactions
Planning notes for London
London is the capital of the United Kingdom, with a documented history spanning approximately 2,000 years. The settlement was established by the Romans as Londinium around 47 AD. Physical remnants of this period, such as sections of the Roman Wall, are still present in the modern city. The historical development of the area includes the construction of the White Tower in 1066 by William the Conqueror and the rebuilding of the city following the Great Fire of 1666, which destroyed approximately 13.
Must-try foods nearby
- Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding
The quintessential British comfort meal, featuring slow-roasted meat (typically beef, lamb, or chicken) served with crispy roast potatoes, seasonal root vegetables, and a large. - Fish and Chips
An iconic London favorite featuring fresh white fish (usually cod or haddock) enveloped in a crispy, golden beer batter. - Full English Breakfast
A hearty 'fry-up' that remains a morning ritual. It typically includes back bacon, Cumberland sausages, fried or poached eggs, grilled tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, black pudding. - Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread)
A major 2026 trend led by hotspots like DakaDaka in Mayfair. This boat-shaped leavened bread is filled with a molten mixture of sulguni cheese. - Chicken Tikka Masala
Often cited as a national dish of England, this creamy, tomato-based curry features marinated grilled chicken.
When to go: The best time to visit London is during late spring (May to June) or early autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and the city’s parks are at their most beautiful. While summer offers the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours.
Local tips
- Always stand on the right side of escalators in the Underground to allow commuters to pass on the left.
- Use a contactless card or mobile payment for all public transport as buses and trains do not accept cash.
- Tap your payment card only once at the start of a bus journey but remember to tap both in and out for all train and tube travel.
- Check for a discretionary service charge on restaurant bills, which is typically 12.5% and replaces the need for an additional tip.
What travelers are noticing
- V&A East Museum: A major new cultural landmark opening in April 2026 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, focusing on global creativity and youth-led design.
- London Museum Smithfield: The historic former meat market reopens in late 2026 as the city's premier history museum, featuring 24-hour access and innovative urban galleries.
- Maximalist Dining: A shift away from minimalism toward 'OTT' (over-the-top) restaurants like the revamped Simpson’s in the Strand and the lavish Major’s Grill.
Official tourism resource
The official destination guide for London from the British Tourist Authority, providing travel information, attractions, and itineraries for the capital.
Planning questions
Where did vagabrothers eat in London?
This guide maps all 9 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in London.
What are the must-try foods in London?
Creator picks from the video include lunch at Sketch, local beers, dal pizza, sweet potato and gorgonzola pizza. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.