Burger & Lobster - West India Quay
Poplar, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical Canary Wharf pick for groups who want the burger-and-lobster format without a complicated decision. Choose it for a simple Docklands lunch or casual dinner; look to ROKA Canary Wharf for a more occasion-led Japanese meal, Gaucho Canary for steak, or Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf for broader sushi variety.
About Burger & Lobster - West India Quay
Burger & Lobster - West India Quay is a London venue with opening hours from 12 PM daily and a casual dress code.
A direct London option with casual dress
The venue opens at 12 PM every day, closes at 10 PM from Sunday to Thursday, closes at 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Dress code is casual.
If you are comparing other London dining options, Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf, ROKA Canary Wharf, Gaucho Canary, Quadrato, The Pizza Room - Poplar are names to consider depending on the kind of outing you are planning. For broader London planning, use the London restaurants guide.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose Burger & Lobster - West India Quay if the venue name, casual dress code, opening hours fit your plan. If you want to compare before booking, look at Gaucho Canary, Quadrato, ROKA Canary Wharf, Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf, or The Pizza Room - Poplar as other London options.
A key advantage is scheduling clarity: hours are listed every day, with later closing on Friday and Saturday. For wider London planning, compare it against the London restaurants guide, or use the London bars guide and London hotels guide.
Quick reference: consider it for a casual London visit when the hours and dress code suit your plans; compare other options if you need a different kind of venue.
Planning details
- Location
- Hertsmere Rd, London E14 4AY, United Kingdom
- Website
- burgerandlobster.com
- Phone
- +442036376709
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Burger & Lobster at West India Quay leans into its docklands setting: brick-lined Georgian warehouses and a quayside location give the room a palpable sense of history and place. The restaurant sits literally at the waterline, so the long view across the West India Docks becomes part of the experience, especially as evening light softens the harbour. The chain’s pared-back, value-driven format keeps the atmosphere informal rather than precious, and the contrast between the financial towers above and the relaxed waterfront below feels deliberate and part of the restaurant’s personality.
Best For
This branch suits people who make a deliberate trip to the docks — office teams, neighbourhood residents and after-work groups all find it convenient. It works well for lunch trade from the Canary Wharf workforce and for dinners when the waterside light adds extra appeal. The pared-down menu and approachable price point make it a straightforward choice for group dining or a casual catch-up, while the quayside location gives an edge that lifts it above a purely functional meal stop.
Ordering Tips
The menu is intentionally narrow, so ordering is simple: the whole lobster, lobster roll or a prime burger are the signatures and the worthy focal points of a meal. Given the waterside setting, many diners time visits for evening light and views, which can enhance a lobster dinner. Parties should expect a direct, value-focused format rather than elaborate tasting menus; choose the signature item that matches your appetite and stick with it to experience what the concept does best.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual American-style diner atmosphere with waterside views, lively bar area for cocktails, and relaxed seating for private meals.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- whole lobster
- lobster roll
- prime burgers
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to book instead nearby
If this is not the right fit, try ROKA Canary Wharf for a more polished Japanese dinner or Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf for broader sushi-led ordering.
For a meat-focused meal, Gaucho Canary is the cleaner substitute. For something more casual, The Pizza Room - Poplar is the easier pizza fallback.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Canary Wharf
Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf is the better choice when the group wants variety across sushi and grilled dishes, while Burger & Lobster - West India Quay is simpler for diners who want a short, familiar brief. For value, the right answer depends on appetite: sushi gives more ordering flexibility, while the burger-and-lobster format works better when everyone is happy with the core concept.
ROKA Canary Wharf is the stronger pick for a polished night out, especially if ambiance matters as much as food. Gaucho Canary is the clearer steak choice and suits business dinners better. Burger & Lobster - West India Quay is easier to recommend for casual groups, quick decisions, diners who do not want a long menu negotiation.
Quadrato and The Pizza Room - Poplar are better alternatives when Italian comfort or pizza is the brief. Choose Quadrato for a more hotel-style meal, The Pizza Room - Poplar for a lower-key pizza plan, Burger & Lobster - West India Quay when the group wants a direct seafood-and-burger proposition in the Docklands area.
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Compare Burger & Lobster - West India Quay
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Burger & Lobster - West India Quay | London | No published awards |
| Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf | London | No published awards |
| ROKA Canary Wharf | London | No published awards |
| Quadrato | London | No published awards |
| Gaucho Canary | London | No published awards |
| The Pizza Room - Poplar | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Burger & Lobster - West India Quay accommodate groups?
Information on group accommodation is not available. Burger & Lobster - West India Quay is open 12–10 PM Sunday to Thursday and 12–11 PM on Friday and Saturday, with a casual dress code.
What are alternatives to Burger & Lobster - West India Quay in London?
Other London options to compare include Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf, Gaucho Canary, ROKA Canary Wharf, Quadrato, The Pizza Room - Poplar. Choose between them based on the kind of outing you want.
What should a first-timer know about Burger & Lobster - West India Quay?
First-timers should know: it is in London, the dress code is casual, the venue opens from 12 PM daily. It closes at 10 PM Sunday to Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Does Burger & Lobster - West India Quay handle dietary restrictions?
Information on dietary restrictions is not available. If that is important for your visit, check directly with the venue before booking or compare other London options such as Quadrato, ROKA Canary Wharf, Gaucho Canary, Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf, or The Pizza Room - Poplar.
Is lunch or dinner better at Burger & Lobster - West India Quay?
The venue is open from 12 PM daily, but specific lunch or dinner offerings are not available. For timing, note that it closes at 10 PM Sunday to Thursday and at 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
