Peckham
Discover 32 authentic local spots in Peckham, one of London's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Peckham is one of London's neighborhoods worth knowing on its own terms. We've mapped 32 local favorites here — spanning coffee, bars, restaurants and more — each rated 4.8★ on average by real visitors. This is the version of Peckham you get when a local shows you around, not the one on the postcard.
Awake Coffee & Bakery and Caravaggio gelato are the highest-rated starting points. Walk it rather than plan it: Peckham rewards turning down the side streets between the spots below.
All 32 spots in Peckham — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Coffee
17 places in Peckham

Awake Coffee & Bakery

Caravaggio gelato

Jet Black Coffee

Calm Coffee Roastery

Rons Coffee House

Bake with Monia

Cöödie - Coffee Shop and Cookie Bar in Peckham

TAGGS COFFEE CO.

The Scissors of Oz

TOAD Bakery

Melange Chocolate

Well & Fed

Just Fab Kitchen - Breakfast Brunch Restaurant

Rise & Bloom - East Dulwich

Goodcup

Lumberjack Cafe

Rye Lane Cornerhouse, Peckham
Bars
14 places in Peckham

Funkidory

The Red Bull

80 - 20 Wines

Peckham Cellars

El Vermut

Zapoi

MURO Climbing Peckham

Bar Levan

The Gowlett Arms

Peckham Arches

Old Nunshead

Beer Rebellion

The Duke of Sussex SE15

The Copper Tap






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Restaurants
1 place in Peckham
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to visit in Peckham, London?
Peckham has 32 local spots curated by Polomaps, across 3 categories. Top-rated spots include Awake Coffee & Bakery, Caravaggio gelato, Jet Black Coffee — all recommended by locals rather than tourist lists.
Is Peckham worth visiting in London?
Yes! Peckham is one of London's most authentic neighborhoods with 32 local favorites averaging 4.8★. You'll find coffee, bars, restaurants — all recommended by locals, not tourists.
How do I explore Peckham like a local?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every Peckham spot on a live map around you, with walking distances and directions. Save your favorites and search anything specific — the app finds well-rated local places for any craving.
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