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Brawn

£26 to £40
European
49 Columbia Road, London, E2 7RG

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Brawn

4.8
£26 to £40
European
Bethnal Green

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Brawn is located on Columbia Road in Bethnal Green. A neighbourhood restaurant and bar cooking food that is within the season and sourced through as many local suppliers and producers within our community.

Brawn opened in late 2010 and has held a Michelin Bib Gourmand since then. In 2020, we also opened Brawn Store, which sells a wide selection of our food, wine list and other select items.

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2026

From the OpenTable editors: Fifteen years on Columbia Road and Brawn still sets the standard by which east London restaurants are measured. Ed Wilson and Josie Stead run a kitchen of quiet conviction, the kind of place where Cantabrian anchovies are a fixture and the pork and pistachio terrine has earned its permanence on the menu through sheer force of quality. Over 300 natural wines and a deft cocktail list—try the blood orange margarita—keep pace with the cooking. The National Restaurant Awards have long championed Brawn as a near-perfect neighbourhood restaurant, and inside, whitewashed brick and a convivial hum bear that out and keep Londoners coming back. London Icons were chosen by a panel of top hospitality critics and industry leaders, appointed by OpenTable, from a pre-selected shortlist.

Executive chef: Ed Wilson

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–10:15 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    Bethnal Green
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Hoxton - OvergroundBethnal Green - Central Line (15 mins walk)Bus Routes 55, 48
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Set Menu (7-9pax)

    GBP 70.00 per person

    7 - 9 people

    Multiple dates available
    For groups of 7-9 guests we offer a set menu based on the à la carte options that day. This includes a selection of starters to share, a main course each and desserts to share.
    Set Menu (7-9pax) photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Brawn.

4.8

4.8
(1642)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • London

    European

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brawn in East London shines with "outstanding food and ambience," offering a delightful mix of "super delicious" dishes and a "great selection of wine." The staff are praised as "superb" and "genuinely attentive," enhancing the "cozy and unpretentious" atmosphere. "Highly recommended" for special occasions and casual dining alike.
1,642 Reviews
  1. stu

    Los Angeles21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oh man, that partridge special was killer!! The entire dinner was brilliant: enhanced by Dolly’s convivial presence behind the bar, where we fortunately sat. Love Brawn! So happy to be back. We’ll miss you Liam.

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  2. Ed

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely first class as always, if I could give more stars for service I would. We were celebrating my son's 18th, we brought our own wine, the staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. The food was perfect, Brawn remains for me the best neighbourhood restaurant in London. Thanks !!

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  3. SaraW

    Worcestershire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening, with fabulous food, and friendly serving staff.

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  4. Joana

    London14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanks for the delicious negronis and for the beautiful food and service ✌️💜

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  5. Jack

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super chilled, very nice atmosphere, good food - great place for a celebration

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  6. James

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favourites in east London. Outstanding food and ambience. A real gem.

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  7. Richard

    London21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The reward for a morning autumnal walk, lunch at Brawn, lovely experience, tasty starter/nibbles, generous and good pasta main course and a rather nice tiramisu. Just the ticket.

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  8. C

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb service, excellent food (particularly the wild mushroom and sweetcorn ragu), and fantastic ambience. Thank you for an excellent evening and birthday celebration!

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  9. Denise Gold

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enoch is excellent! Everything was great—delicious food, superb service. Highly recommend

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  10. Annette Gold

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was brilliant by service and food. love to come again

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–10:15 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    Bethnal Green
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Hoxton - OvergroundBethnal Green - Central Line (15 mins walk)Bus Routes 55, 48
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Friday evenings are a great choice if you want buzz, guests describe Brawn as particularly buzzy on Friday nights.

Yes, Brawn is often chosen for anniversaries and special nights, with guests praising attentive service, an intimate atmosphere and thoughtful wine pairings.

Brawn comes alive midweek and on Friday evenings, while their Tue–Sat lunchtime service (12:00–14:30) is a lovely, calmer option if you prefer a quieter, sunny lunch.

Portions at Brawn are generally well judged, guests report that a starter, main and dessert each makes for a satisfying meal, and the lunch plate is described as generous.

Brawn feels like a cosy, neighbourhood restaurant on Columbia Road with a relaxed, stylish vibe; its C-shaped layout includes a front room and a back kitchen room where you can watch the chefs at work.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is entirely appropriate; nothing formal is required.

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Brawn

4.8
£26 to £40
European
Bethnal Green

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
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