Caravan in Southwark

Good food and great venue I really enjoyed their menu but the service was not very good the staff was just uptight and did not make us feel welcome at all

The food was reasonably good but the service is nonexistent. Ten minutes until a server acknowledged we’re seated. Missed half our drink order. Never saw that server again. We wanted a second drink but never had the opportunity to order. If you have all day to eat, go for it.

Really liked everything about this place- very interesting and quirky location, great menu and fantastic service. Excellent

Wonderfully pretentious in all the right ways, Caravan's breakfasts are well worth the "London Prices". In fact, it's SO very London with a quirky but immaculately polite staff of whatever the next level up from 'Hipster' is. Prices are on the high side, but the quality of the food was fabulous. Also, the house coffee is amazing, and very probably served in the most "London" way possible with laboratory glassware. My partner had the Smashed avocado on sourdough toast, which was flavoursome and presented with flair (although I ended up getting the chillies). I went for "The fry" and, whilst the portions were sensible (not small, just not the sort of mountain of cholesterol you'd get at my local greasy spoon café - this is a good thing), everything was of excellent quality, particularly the sausage and bacon. A lot of 'posh' London places get bacon wrong. Caravan get it right. I sound really provincial in this review, don't I? However, Caravan is well worth seeking out for a cracking breakfast. I am sure their lunches and dinners are equally fun, and we will give them a go next time we descend on the capital from our bucolic little Midlands hamlet...

Shout out to the great service giving extra details about the dishes and suggestions to suit taste then bringing extra bread. Really tasty dishes and lots of variety. V fresh.

I had the pleasure of dining at Caravan at London Bridge with 12 of my former colleagues from the events industry. As a group that's often critical (painful!) due to our background, we were all really impressed with our experience. The service at Caravan was excellent; the team was friendly and attentive. As a vegetarian, I always look for restaurants that offer more than just the standard fare, and Caravan exceeded my expectations. The variety of vegetarian options available was top-notch, making it a haven for plant-based diners. Their crisp chilli-baked tofu was a standout dish, DELICIOUS; there were loads of meat/fish options, too. I highly recommend Caravan for its friendly service and varied menu that was very reasonably priced. It's a gem, and we’ll be back.

Absolutely amazing breakfast, with lovely coffee and staff I would highly recommend it if in the area, amazing choice.

Really good restaurant a stone's throw from London Bridge, but just fair enough away from the hustle bustle if that's what you're after. The food we had an nudja pizza, halloumi large plate and a tiramisu. All which were fab, no complaints at all. Cocktails were stunning, we had a espresso Martini and tropic thunder, (tasted like alcoholic tropical juice, but better). Services was great, shout out to Giles who was very helpful throughout the evening.

I used to be a big fan, and this was the first visit back in a while. Cornbread was pretty bland with a slice if hard butter on top, rest of the food was ok but my wife and I do have stomach aches but might be coincidence. Anyway service was slow, will go back but not for a while as it was just under 100 for 2 for lunch.

This was a one and done for us. Abysmally slow and inattentive service and high prices for decent but average-tasting food. Strange back alley location for the outdoor tables. Wanted to like it but won't be back.

I loved this place. I used to love this place. Always have the cauliflower but I think the stuff I had today was deep fried, I just can’t tolerate drop friend food 🤮 My son ate the chicken, really bland I will never eat here again.

Excellent coffee, delicious food and friendly efficient service. We had an excellent lunch, will be back! I’d recommend highly.

Although the menu looked promising the majority of the food did not deliver. I will say, the Sea Bream was delicious and the cod was cooked well. However, the cod has a side salad that was sprinkled with chili spice. They also covered 1/4 of the cod in the spice. The first time I tried it I almost choked and genuinely thought it was wasabi based. The cornbread had whole corn kernels inside and was doused in butter. The cabbages was salted right in the middle. It was clear this was done once it was platted as we got 3 large bites of pure salt while the rest was bland. I was still hungry by the end so I figured I couldn’t go wrong with the rosemary fries. There was barely any rosemary seasoning and they were so greasy. Skip this spot.

We came here for a pre theatre meal on a bright Saturday afternoon. The welcome was good, we got a nice table by the window. The menu is interesting and the prices relatively sane for London. We really enjoyed the food and the service was friendly and informal. My only gripe would be the Champagne glasses. We had a glass each of Charles Heidseick (which is really good Champagne), but the glasses were the sort you might get in a pub. The type of glass really does make a big difference to the flavour - and for fizz of this standard it needs to be served in a better glass. Other than that - and its really only a small qualm - we thought Caravan was a great place for an informal meal not fare from the South Bank and we’ll be back!

Caravan at Bankside is a good place for coffee and breakfast. Only issue is the staff service is high on demarcation - not my job to take your order etc - and low on putting the customer first. They seem to have a ‘system’ but it’s not conducive to good service.

The Cacklebean eggs are on toast were divine as was the cappucino. The eggs were from a local farm and had orange yolks! Perfectly cooked and seasoned.

They really went out their way to find a way to get us an outdoor table for some people who wouldn't eat indoors, it was really appreciated Fiona

We passing by bankside ande decided to stop for breakfast ! Food spot on, I had the pork chop which beyond good. Could feel relaxed cool ambient and out waiter was so funny ! We loved and will definitely return as suggested to a brunch day.

I went out for abtunch and had an amaxoing time. Service was smooth and food delicous. We neverr dissapointed when we come to eat Caravan.

Lively restaurant with a fun menu and pleasant staff. We tried a couple of small plates, and then desserts and drinks. Everything was good, and prices were what you’d expect for London.

Lived here most of my life and an ex-printer who remembers the Barclay & Fry Printers, late Metal Box, factory and had friends who worked there. So have always have an affection for what it has become now. If you go there have a look...

Brilliant service above and beyond. Bria was fantastic she found us a quiet area and we had drinks straight away. We hadn’t booked and they accommodated us with open arms. The food was lovely and all staff friendly and just great atmosphere all round.

Great food! Luca was a great waiter and found a table for us last minute :) the pizza was fantastic!

The food is really diverse, very tasty and the atmosphere is very cozy. Luca was a great host and found us a table on a very busy night. Would recommend.

We went for Sunday brunch. Great vibe. Cool place. Nice menu. Loads of staff. Good food. We really enjoyed it. Highly recommended.

We were looking for a quick lunch and go around the area and ended up having lunch and drinks for the most afternoon Love the selection of food and the team looked so happy serving . Amazing

The portions got ridiculously small over the years. The food was dry and not cooked to order. Today I visited and it will be the last time. Staff seems walking around doing things except serving the customers. The staff aded extra 'charity charge' on my...

Amazing food and service especially on busy sunday morning. Definitely coming back soon. Cant wait !!

Hands down best service in London! Shout out to Mariann, she was friendly, personable and always had a smile on her face! Definitely coming back.

Decided to come down on Friday with a couple of work colleagues, for lunch. Our favourite waiter Sasha was working again. It was a quiet afternoon in Caravan, assuming like most in our office, that people are working from home again. We still had a...

Marianne gave me and my colleagues amazing service, and was incredibly welcoming to us during our visit - I would highly recommend!

My boyfriend and I had a late lunch at Caravan. We've never in any Caravan before so we didn't know what to order. Thanks heavens Sasha was there to guide us through the menu and the drinks. He recommended us the fantastic, perfectly cooked Cod...

First time trying the restaurant, great atmosphere, good food and great service! The waiters did not have have name tags so I'm sorry if I got the name wrong, but Sasha was absolutely friendly and made great recommendations!

Decided to stop for a quick dinner with a friend, the food was great. Our server Mariann was very helpful and friendly.

Was there with two friends as it looked busy from the outside so we assumed it must be a good place. Food was good, and staff was friendly. Specifically Mariann was really nice, great service and conversation with her was very enjoyable. Would recommend to...

We really enjoyed our visit here and we will be definitely coming again. Our server Sasha was so friendly and helpful.

I was there with a friend just for a quick dinner as we had to rush to another place. We got a sit on the spot so no reservation or waiting needed, which fitted our schedule that evening. The food service was also very fast...

Thx Marian for your great fun service highly recommended Lovely meal very good appropriate speed service. Would come here again for a yummy brunch with drinks too. A good value place for London with food drinks. I do hope that the pandemic doesn’t close this...

Food was lovely, service was delightful! We will be back :) thank you to Atenea!! Lovely eggs aswell.

Cool interior and good food. Nice staff! S/O to Mariann❤️ Strongly recommend their tea (roibos chai👍👍

My brother and I went to Caravan and we had an amazing time! Great food and lovely service by Mariann! We definitely recommend it!

The food was amazing. I really enjoyed the dishes that I chose. Our waiter (Sasha) was fantastic he was really helpful & nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel really welcome & had a great experience.

My friend dragged me here cause of the healthy aspect of the food and surprisingly I actually enjoyed it. Food was good and service was good was waited on by an old black guy, think he name was Jake? I think it started with a...

Nice atmosphere, decent service but some of the small plates are a joke. NINE POUNDS FOR A SINGLE SQUARE OF TOFU! I was left wondering if it was a joke.

We were looking for somewhere to have breakfast after arriving in London from Coventry and were lucky to find this gem. We had a fabulous breakfast, served by the most friendly, polite and efficient staff. My daughter told a member of staff(could have been the...

Beautiful building, gorgeous veggie breakfast and some really fabulous options on the menu, perfectly attentive service. Just great, thank you.

Early for meeting so stopped in for coffee and cake. Good coffee, delicious cake and very friendly service. There was a buzzy vibe in there and it was busy.

Went for breakfast having wandered from central London past many closed establishments . Staff are so friendly and efficient , our waitress could not have been kinder Great choice of menu , scrambled eggs buckwheat pancakes toast all given gold star I don’t live in...

Jason and Cornelia were amazing waiters. They made sure we had a brilliant evening. Jason’s shirt was a particular highlight. We will definitely be back.

Had a lovely meal at Caravan Bankside - the staff were friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The menu is great for everyone - with gluten free, vegetarian & vegan options. I would suggest getting a few things to share and the cauliflower, cornbread and labneh are...

We came for breakfast and cannot fault this restaurant. The service, food and atmosphere were great. Will 100% be back when we’re next in London!

We had a fab breakfast at Caravan Bankside. Met up as a family and had a table for 15 outside. It was a bit of a last minute decision and the restaurant was really amazing I'm being able to find us space. The brunch was...

Came here with family for midday brunch. Comfortable and spacious and good flow of fresh air! Service was attentive. Eggs were very good and Veggie fry good. Coffee was lovely and flavoursome. Off the main drag but well worth finding. Toilets were unisex but clean...

Had a really enjoyable brunch here. Some interesting things on the menu. I had the pork belly with kimchi pancake, and it was really tasty. Service was great and everyone was friendly. My food was paired with a bloody mary, which was spicy, which was...

We just happened to stumble upon this little gem of a place. Food was absolutely stunning. Service was great. Staff pleasant and attentive. Highly recommend

Had a business lunch here. Most enjoyable. Staff really on their game, very helpful throughout. Great food and wine. Great ambiance, looking forward to returning sometime soon.

First time visiting with friends. Nice place with both indoor and outdoor seating. Staff are relatively friendly, too. Slightly overpriced in my opinion and the cocktails were not amazing. I will say the customer service was good and they took my cocktail off my bill....

First time going to Caravan. Was looking forward to a pizza which they serve from 12 however they did not tell us that they were only available from 5 when we tried to order, which was frustrating as I was really looking forward to one....

We love Caravan Bankside. The restaurant is well laid out and has a great décor. The facilities are clean, well thought out and the ambience amazing. The menu caters for both vegans and meat eaters but we recommend you try the small plates to share....

The food in caravan is always top class but the service tonight has been next level. We were served by Bruno Chloe and Attina and all of them were so lovely, provided us with blankets and pillows and were just so personable. Can’t recommend it...

Couldn't be happier about our brunch in this lovely place! Food selection was great as the quality and staff always available and smiley (even with a mask on you can't really see it but you can feel it). Gotta give props to a lovely girl...

I’m not really one for leaving reviews but my partner and I have just got back from Caravan Bankside for our first meal out post lockdown 2.0. The food was amazing as always but it was Anna and Ben that really made the night. Ben...

This was my first time at the caravan and it did not disappoint! Inceedible food and recommendation from our waitrose Anna. The lamb meatballs and sea bass curry were amazing! Overall an outstanding experience

Had such a lovely post lockdown meal - delicious dishes with a really safe and friendly vibe. Plenty of sanitizer and the staff were amazing - Anna served us and was so helpful and friendly with helping us choose what to order. Thank you we...

Quickly becoming our favourite place. Drank too much obviously so forgot waitresses name but Nashi or Nachi or something with 5 letters, absolutely fantastic, a credit to the business. Extended the table a little with the help of the manager so we could relax &...

Feel it’s a shame to write this as I’ve had some great brunch at other Caravans in previous years. However, our brunch was really disappointing. I had the chorizo hash which was basically a bowl of new potatoes with couple of pieces of chorizo. The...

Had an exceptional brunch here, the food was 10/10. Had some cocktails too which were equally delicious and the staff were great!

Handy Bankside offers this buzzy bright space for meeting/eating. My lunch was perfect: grilled mackerel with the most delicious & punchy tiny tater side salad. Pudding was pretty good too. All day hospitality with friendly service. You've got to hand it to the Antipodeans who...

Had to wait outside in the cold for a table but was well worth it. Were there over lunch. Great menu that caters well for Vegans. Fantastic service, tasty food & a nice ambience in the place. Would definitely return.

A friend booked dinner for four of us at the restaurant last night and overall I was not that impressed. Service was mediocre, there was one friendly guy who showed us to our table but the others were very curt, or just seemed to lack...

I have been to Caravan a few times to a few venues. I visited Caravan Bankside in December and while the food was amazing, found the service a little disjointed (a few different servers). On reading my OpenTable the manager reached out to me and...

We ate here before a performance at the Sam Wanamaker theatre. I’d like to say how rude and inattentive the staff were. I’d like to say how unimaginative the menu was. I’d like to say how bland and tasteless the food was. I’d like to...

I went there twice. I love it. Great good and great drinks. I prefer this branch to the one in King's Cross. I highly recommend this place!

Not far from borough market, in a side street, there’s another branch of Caravan. Their breakfast is just good. I took the smashed avocado side to 2 toasts, poached egg and chorizo. It was good. Coffee is ok.

Came here on a busy Saturday and was sat down immediately. All the staff are super friendly, especially our server Magnus who did an amazing job looking after us. Quality of food was fantastic, with many different options on the menu. Highly recommend the baked...

We went to the Bankside location,the menu is varied there are many vegetarian vegan options. The atmosphere is lively.The menu choices are healthy What was discouraging was poor service sat down at 7:15 our order was taken at 8:15 no drinks were served till 8:45...

Loud music and industrial look, good vibe, fun to hang out with friends the food is rich in flavour, Middle Eastern fusion food!

Great support with the booking, particularly from Puja. Well organised for so many people and good comments from our team.

We opted for this a Saturday brunch, was excellent. Great choice on the menu to suit all tastes and the service was very good indeed. New Zealand owned and there where small touches adoring the place and on the menu. Rally recommend this place to...

At first looked a bit pretentious but actually was relaxed, good staff and an interesting menu. We sat at bar had a great catch up and it was a fun evening in a place with a nice vibe. Worth a visit.

Caravan in Kings X has been a brunch fave of mine for many years, but tried their bankside location for brunch and enjoyed it more! Less busy, which I think meant better service, good coffee as to be expected and food was incredible. Occasionally at...

Went here with a group of people and we had a set menu. The staff asked for allergens in the beginning and gave a description of ever dish to find out which one's everyone could eat. They gave out a separate dish for those with...

Booked by a family member and what a great choice, bright and airy but still private in the restaurant seating layout. The staff were very attentive, smiley and efficient, and answered all questions we had on the menu and drinks. The food was well presented,...

Third time at this place and unfortunately this time was extremely underwhelming. Had the warm smoked salmon and scrambled eggs on sourdough bread. The salmon wasn’t smoked or warm (cold and straight out of the fridge) and the bread needed a steak knife to cut....

Four of us visited here with a reservation, but this wasn’t necessary as they were not full. Not the warmest of welcomes, but hey-ho. Drinks were ordered - a selection of nice enough cocktails and we started to order our small plates of food. This...

Today we wanted a good brunch and today at Caravan.... WE GOT IT!! We arrived at 13:30 and were promptly seated by a friendly host! Our table was great, despite being in near but not too near others we could hear each other. Loved it!!...

This has become a favourite haunt for brunch with friends. There can be long-ish queues at weekend so come early or reserve. I am a vegetarian and usually find lots of good options. The menu has changed recently so my favourite dish, Jalapeño cornbread with...

Highly recommended a fantastic atmosphere and wonderful food. For me the baked eggs were just delicious and also the smashed avocado on sour dough would definitely go back next time I’m in London

Popped in there yesterday for lunch and was glad to be seated despite not having a reservation. The food and service on the whole was fine however, we were not provided a wine list on arrival so I asked the waitress for a bottle of...

We went to this restaurant for a business dinner. The menù was an amazing route of a mix of Italian, spicy, Indian, English flavours from the starters to the dessert . The service will be better .

The best thing about Caravan is the diversity of food and the innovation of the combinations used. An example of this would be the griddled hispi cabbage that we ate, with a miso dressing and sprinkled with strong blue cheese. The saltiness of the cheese...

Amazing staff. Very accommodating on a Friday night for our party of 4 plus toddler. Lovely ambience and great food. Highlights - olives + almonds, croquettes and the crispy tofu (portion could have been a bit bigger!). Looking forward to coming back :)

This place has a great location and amazing food. It's certainly one of the best english breakfast I've ever tried. The service was pretty good but the decoration and atmosphere wasn't as good as one would desire. Overall it is great place for food but...

Met a colleague at this Restaurant for breakfast. Arrived was seated, placed the order for coffee an breakfast, no cutlery and no milk so had to find this myself and with salt and pepper etc No real problems with breakfast, very overpriced though for what...

I came here with a friend as I had wanted to try the caravan restaurants for a while. I had originally wanted to try the overnight oat but sadly they had sold out! (I’m guessing because this dish is very good!) Instead I ordered their...

lovely meal, atmosphere was spot throughout the meal and the service was just perfect with someone there everytime we made an eye contact. Venue is very lovely and feels fresh and spacious. We were going to the Shakespeare globe afterwards and its only 5 mins...

We stopped in for a quick breakfast and Caravan Bankside did not disappoint. The service was prompt and attentive, The orange juice and smoothies were refreshing. And the food was all prepared well. My wife recommends the cheddar/kimchi/poached egg, and I liked the fry up...

This area is a perfect area to stay for visiting London. We had a great breakfast here, ... again. Very friendly as well. Really nice place.

Casual and relaxed ambiance and atmosphere. Friendly and attentive service. We came here for breakfast. Good selection and tasteful items. It is a bit far so it is very good if one is in the neighborhood.

Popped in for a small informal celebration of a very successful work project and had a fabulous visit. Located off the beaten track in and old factory, in a lovely spacious brunch type brasserie of a room. With ingenious fully opening windows we sat in...