FLAV’R Street Food has officially opened in the railway arches just off Southwark Bridge Road, brining together eight global food vendors and a bar open every seven days a week.
The space offers traders, many of whom previously operated lunchtime street food stalls elsewhere, the opportunity to run permanent kitchens and serve customers beyond the usual rush-hour crowd.
What started out as an empty arch just a few months ago has now been transformed into a vibrant food space spanning Italian, Korean, Thai, Japanese, Lebanese and Chinese cuisines, alongside a steakhouse offering.
All under one roof, the central seating area makes it an ideal spot for groups where everyone want to try something different.
FLAV’R Street Food also caters to sports fans, with large TVs showing Sky Sports and planned events for the FIFA World Cup and Rugby World Cup this summer.
As the weather improves, the street outside will be pedestrianised, creating additional space for outdoor seating.
Location: 37 America St, London SE1 0NJ
Opening times: 11:00 – 23:00
Spizza Napoletana (pizza):
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One of the new traders is Spizza Napoletana, an authentic Neapolitan pizza business run by husband-and-wife team Massimo and Elena.
The Italian-owned pizzeria already operates a takeaway restaurant on London Bridge Street and a popular food truck, both of which will continue alongside the new FLAV’R location.
They also offer takeaway services locally and can bring the bold flavours of Naples to events or weddings in their distinctive Spizza horsebox.
Elena said: “We are so excited about this opportunity. Before, we were trading in a small market, but now we have space for sit-down customers and the chance to build a stronger community where people can stay longer and enjoy the food.”
From 10:00 – 15:00 Spizza Napoletana offers a lunchtime deal, where you can grab a pizza and a drink for £10.99.
Outside of lunch hours, their pizzas start at £9 for a simple tomato base, £10 for a Margherita and up to £15 for their specials.
Opening times at FLAV’R: Monday – Saturday 12:00 – 10:00, Sunday 12:00 – 20:00
London Bridge location: 4 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG
Grand Central Bar:
The venue also boasts a bar upstairs, run by Fahren who grew up round the corner in Waterloo.
The bar serves draught beers, cocktails, wines and spirits, and will host regular DJ nights. Bermondsey local DJ Noel is set to perform a Valentine’s Day set.
A weekday happy hour runs from 2pm to 5pm, offering pints of draught beer for £5.
Although Fahren has always worked in street food, this is his first time running a bar. He says he’s excited for the new challenge.
Opening times at FLAV’R: Monday – Sunday 11:30 – 23:00
Well Done (steaks and burgers):
Adam’s venture, Well Done, aims to bring a “steakhouse experience to street food,” offering premium cuts including ribeye, sirloin and fillet rather than the more common rump.
Well Done already operates a stall in Waterloo’s Millennium Green Park near Lower Marsh.
A steak and chips is priced at £13, while a burger and chips costs £8. One of the stall’s most popular additions is a house butter made with lemon and garlic, finished with a spicy kick. All food served at Well Done halal.
Adam said: “Due to high demand, I wanted to spread out my offering so even more people can enjoy it,” Adam explans. “I want to bring that premium experience to street food and serve customers outside of lunch hours.”
This is only Adam’s first year as a street food vendor, but he shares that the feedback from customers so far has been “excellent”.
Opening times at FLAV’R: Monday – Sunday 11:00 – 22:00
Waterloo location: Millennium, Green, Baylis Rd, London SE1 7AA
Otsumami (Japanese):
Otsumami, owned by Artur, also started as a street food stall in Waterloo, bringing flavours of Japan to SE1 since 2017.
The menu includes Chicken Katsu Curry, Katsu-Don, and Gyu-Don – a beef cutlet cooked with onion in a sweet and savoury sauce. Vegetarian options include Nasu Don, featuring aubergine tempura served over rice with a sweet sauce or curry.
Artur said: “Our move to FLAV’R is a step forward in the business, allowing us to move indoors into a community of vendors.”
A convenient lunchtime deal offers smaller portions of main dishes for £8, or £8.50 with miso soup or a drink.
Opening times at FLAV’R: Monday – Sunday 11:30 – 22:30
Waterloo location: 73 Waterloo Rd, South Bank, London SE1 8TY
Luna (cafe):
Michele brings Italian street food to SE1 with fresh coffee and piadine, a flatbread with cheese and meat.
The cafe also serves have hot chocolate and a breakfast deal, where you can grab a coffee and croissant for just £4.50 – perfect for commuters.
Although Michele has always worked in hospitality, this is the first stand he has owned.
“The location is amazing,” he said. “It’s right by my house, which is convenient, but I also love the environment and being around the other vendors.”
Opening times at FLAV’R: 9:00 – 15:00
China Shack (Chinese):
Sharif and Monzurul’s Chinese food stall lets customers build their perfect plate.
Choose a base of noodles or rice, topped with chicken in flavours such as sweet chilli, salt and pepper, teriyaki, sweet and sour, or Kung Pao.
Vegetable spring rolls are available on the side.
Opening times at FLAV’R: Monday – Sunday 11:30 – 22:30
