36 The Cut, London, SE1 8LP, 020 7928 9898
Popular gastro-pub which has been lauded in the national press for its dedication to fine cuisine.
Sandell Street, London, SE1 8UJ, 0207 902 6062
Waterloo Conference centre has space available for hire for private parties. A Christmas menu can be found here.
http://www.waterlooconferencecentre.co.uk/
172 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7RW, 0207 928 4368
A local landmark popular with visitors to Waterloo and local workers thanks to its combination of friendly service and regular discounts.
http://www.walrussocial.com/
34 Lower Marsh, London, SE1 7RG, 0207 928 9062
Lounge 34 is well known for its popular cocktails. It offers exceptional service in a comfortable setting and is available for private hire.
http://www.lounge34.co.uk/
33 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF, 0207 928 1444.
Tas offers Anatolian cuisine cooked fresh and with care, and is a favourite with theatre goers and food-lovers alike.
http://www.tasrestaurants.co.uk/tas_cut/index.htm
89 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HR, 0207 928 5535
Cotto is known as a little corner of Italy in London among its regular customers. It also caters for celiacs and people with other allergies. See a Christmas menu here.
http://www.italiancotto.co.uk/
173 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8ER, 0207 928 3693
Imbibe is popular with local workers who fancy a tasty bite to eat from a modern European menu or an after-work tipple. Details of Imbibe's plans for Christmas can be found here.
http://www.imbibe-bar.com/
74 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8AH, 0207 928 1111
Baltic serves a mixture of Polish and Russian dishes in sumptuous settings, and is recommended by London food critics on publications including Metro and Time Out.
http://www.balticrestaurant.co.uk/
67-69 Kennington Road, London, SE1 7PZ, 0207 928 5974.
The Three Stags is fast gaining a reputation among in-the-know foodies thanks to its sustainable ethics and commitment to local produce (including some grown on its roof). A function room upstairs is ideal for Christmas parties. Christmas menu here.
http://www.thethreestags.org/
61 The Cut, London, SE1 8LL, 0207 261 1221
Olivelli promises to give customers a "buon natale" thanks to its combination of fantastic pizzas and Italian coffee culture. A festive menu can be found here.
http://www.pizzaparadiso.co.uk/locations/the_cut/
53 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF, 0207 928 3237
A favourite with theatre-goers, Meson Don Felipe was London's first authentic tapas bar when it opened in 1987. Since then its reputation for tasty Spanish food has grown to make it a firm favourite across the capital.
http://www.mesondonfelipe.com/
The Cut, London, SE1 8LF, 0844 692 3901
Livebait has been offering great fresh fish dishes in an elegant Waterloo setting for more than 15 years. A Christmas menu can be found here.
http://www.livebaitrestaurants.co.uk/location/waterloo
96 Isabella Street, London, SE1 8DD, 0207 928 0678.
Jack's owners transferred this disused railway arch into one of London's liveliest drinking and eating lounges. Ask about Jack's Cocktail School for a fun-filled party.
http://www.jackslounge.co.uk/main.swf
18-20 Kennington Road, London, SE1 7BL
Enjoy a warm welcome from manager Vincenzo while tucking in to fine Anglo-Italian food at this stylish eaterie. Call 0207 928 6846 for up-to-date details about Christmas menus.
97-99 Isabella Street, London, SE1 8LF, 0207 620 6191.
Popular delicatessen, bar and restaurant which offers delicious Turkish cuisine.
124 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7XG.
Offers an authentic Thai menu, a good selection of drinks and has a fantastic function room available for private parties.
http://www.horsebar.co.uk/
103-105 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8UU, 0207 021 0886.
Bangalore Express offers high quality approachable Indian cuisine in a bright modern and informal bar. See the christmas menu here.
http://bangaloreexpress.co.uk/waterloo-home.shtml
48 Lower Marsh, London, SE1 7RG
Fresh tropical cocktails and authentic Cuban food are on offer at this fun eaterie.
http://www.cubana.co.uk/
121 Lower Marsh, London, SE1 7AE, 0207 633 0270.
Comfortable pub with good food and an upstairs area which is available for Christmas parties.
154-156 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8EN, 0207 998 1707
One of London's best kept sectrets, The Laughing Gravy offers fresh, seasonal dishes with a well chosen wine list. Click here for a Christmas menu.
http://www.thelaughinggravy.co.uk/