What to order at Elliot's

Must order
Whatever the wood-fired flatbread topping is, and a burrata with whatever's in season.
Signature dishes
Wood-fired flatbread, Burrata with seasonal greens
Editor tip
Walk-up only at the bar. Tables book a fortnight ahead. Closed Monday; the Borough Market kitchen runs Wed-Sat.
CuisineModern British
Price££
Neighborhoodborough
HoursMon 12:00-22:00, Tue 12:00-22:00, Wed 12:00-22:00, Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri 12:00-22:00, Sat 12:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-21:00
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Signature dishes: Wood-fired flatbread, Burrata with seasonal greens

Must order: Whatever the wood-fired flatbread topping is, and a burrata with whatever's in season.

Tip: Walk-up only at the bar. Tables book a fortnight ahead. Closed Monday; the Borough Market kitchen runs Wed-Sat.

Location

Address: 12 Stoney Street, London SE1 9AD

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