19 sensational spots in King’s Cross

KX’s Victorian rail yards have been transformed into buzzy restaurants, squares and culture spots. We asked Time Out readers for their local tips.

Best bar

‘The Racketeer. It’s a mixture of sexy and sultry with modern and cosy, and serves some gorgeous cocktails.’ Georgie Pursey

‘Spiritland is a quirky space with a huge analogue sound system and delicious cocktails.’ Nancy Xu

Best cheap eat

‘Roti King for good, genuine Malaysian food.’ Paula Kanesanathan

‘Ethiopian restaurant Addis! So delicious and authentic.’ Leena Shah

Best place for breakfast/brunch

‘Order the bacon naan sandwich in beautiful, railway-themed Dishoom.’ Nancy Xu

‘Caravan without a doubt! Favourite brunch place ever.’ Aude Grandpierre

Best green space

‘Camley Street Natural Park is a gorgeous little nature reserve on the canal. It’s a haven for wildlife, and so peaceful. You wouldn’t know you’re in central London.’ Georgie Pursey

‘Gasholder Park. It’s literally an old gasholder “upgraded” with mirrors and a lovely patch of grass.’ Noni Papp

Best place for fun

‘Drink, Shop & Do on Caledonian Road has quirky activities from musical bingo to dance workshops to Lego robot-building competitions.’ Noni Papp

Best place for culture

‘If beer and books are your thing, the British Library Lates are a joy.’ Neil Hassall

‘House of Illustration is great for some alternative art exhibitions.’ Lynsey Frost

‘The London Canal Museum is a hidden gem! It used to be a Victorian ice warehouse, home
to one of London’s first ice-cream makers.’ Lekha Nanavati

‘The exhibitions at The Francis Crick Institute are free and really good.’ Valisa Iskandar

Best place to relax

‘Granary Square is so pretty, especially in the summer, with its green steps, canalside and food trucks.’ Sonya Veerasamy

Best place to shop

‘The bookshop on a barge called Word on the Water. It’s overflowing with secondhand books to rummage through.’ Leigh Travers

Best thing to Instagram

‘The King’s Cross station concourse roof. It’s an intricate work of art in itself.’ Annette Boateng

Best thing to do

‘Take a walk along Regent’s Canal towards Angel and see what you see on the way!’ Lekha Nanavati