A Taste of KERB on the South Bank
KERB’s open-air street food market returned from May to 8 September 2024, for their fifth summer on the South Bank.
Popping up outside the National Theatre for the fifth year, visitors tucked into the best street food London has to offer, with iconic views of the River Thames and summertime entertainment.
KERB and Voices Radio partnered to bring a curated lineup of live music performances and DJs to the South Bank every Sunday afternoon in August.
Opening times
The food market has now closed for this year.
Monday – Tuesday: 4pm – 10pm (traders 4pm – 9pm)
Wednesday – Friday: midday – 10pm (traders midday – 9pm)
Saturday: midday – 10pm (traders midday – 10pm)
Sunday: midday – 9pm (traders midday – 9pm)
Summer 2024 traders
Baba Dhaba
Baba Dhaba serve up their fiery Pakistani naan wraps, spicy Tandoori chicken thigh rice bowls + crunchy samosas.
In Theatre Square, by Waterloo Bridge
MexClub
MexClub deliver authentic Mexican dishes, slow-cooked beef birria tacos + vegan tacos al pastor.
In Theatre Square, by Waterloo Bridge
Hackney Gelato
Hackney Gelato will offer respite from the heat with a rotating menu of slow-churned, creamy gelato.
In Theatre Square, by Waterloo Bridge
Oh My Dog!
Head to the north-east corner for heritage-breed sausages, freshly baked demi-brioche buns and next level toppings. Options include the Classic Dog, The Hot One, Smoked Turkey Dog and Banh Dog.
By River Stage, on the north-east corner of the National Theatre
Jude's Ice Cream
Cool down with a scoop or two from Jude’s striking blue truck, with five flavours to choose from: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Salted Caramel and Honeycomb.
Open 12pm-8pm, 7 days a week. By River Stage, on the north-east corner of the National Theatre
The bars
Two Tribes Brewery serve independent craft beers from their giant 20ft bar, alongside KERB’s signature pint-sized cocktails, slushies and other classic summer drinks.
On the terrace
Forza Taps
This summer, Forza Taps is taking over the Weston Terrace (just below the Forza Wine terrace), serving ‘on tap’ drinks, alongside their signature ‘Italian-ish’ snack menu.
The menu will feature seasonal summer dishes including courgettes, garlic & mint; tomato, basil & pork-grattato and the trademarked chilled Custardo®!
Open 4pm to 10pm weekdays, midday to 10pm weekends until 22 September. Walk-ins only
Lasdun Bar
Lasdun Bar is popping up on the Weston Terrace, taking the best of the modern British brasserie right onto the South Bank. Visit from 4pm Monday-Tuesday, or 12pm Wednesday-Saturday until 22 September, to enjoy Nyetimber English sparkling, seasonal cocktails and classic snacks in an iconic setting.
Open 4pm-dusk, Monday-Tuesday and midday-dusk, Wednesday-Saturday (weather dependent). Walk-ins only.
More to explore
Cafes at the National Theatre
Whether you’re looking for a coffee to go or a bite to eat, try the Atrium Cafe or Espresso Bar.
Lasdun Restaurant
Modern British dining experience from the trio behind critically acclaimed Hackney Public House, The Marksman. open Monday to Saturday evenings and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday lunchtimes.
Forza Wine
A faulous selection of “Italianish” dishes alongside classic and contemporary cocktails and fresh wines. Open Monday to Saturday, from 12 noon to 12 midnight, and Sunday from 12 noon to 11pm.