Best Food Challenges in London

With an abundance of restaurants, each competing to offer London the best culinary experience, it was only a matter of time before the city's eateries began challenging their customers to take on a number of culinary adventures. In recent years, the popularity of food challenges have grown massive. Some of London's best restaurants have started to offer copious amounts of delicious food for their more enthusiastic visitor. If you fancy yourself as a bit of a spice maverick or have one of those magical never-filling stomachs, we've got the answer: here's a list of the ten best food challenges in London, all offering a place in the Elysium Fields of culinary history. 

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Last updated on 11th February 2025



Number 90

Taking Bookings

Think you have what it takes to conquer Hackney Wick's most outrageous food challenge? No90's 9-Tier Burger Challenge is not for the faint-hearted. You've got nine minutes to take down: two smashed patties, spicy grilled chicken, American cheese, crispy bacon, fried egg, an onion ring, and sriracha mayo - stacked sky-high in a brioche bun, a side of cheesy bacon fries, and one ice-cold beer to wash it all down.

Can you handle it? For £29 per person, you can test your limits and earn bragging rights for life. Whether you're taking on the challenge solo or going head-to-head with a friend, this is one meal you won't forget.

Red Dog Austin Bar-B-Que Shoreditch

Arguably the bravest culinary adventure you can take is the Naga Viper Hot Wing Challenge at Red Dog Saloon. Nestle way in Hoxton Square, this American barbecue joint packs a punch with its mouth-watering, albeit daunting menu and irresistible cocktail selection. To produce their stomach-burning hot wings, Red Dog's chefs use a marinade composed of Naga Viper peppers, a hybrid chilli that's 1,300 times spicy than the average Jalapeño. You've been warned, approach London's hottest chicken wing challenge with extreme caution.

Camden BBQ

Taking Bookings

London's rib challenges has never been so delicious. Covered in smokey, barbecue sauce and weighing in at 1.5kg, Porky's Man vs Ribs challenge is definitely achievable. Alongside a kilo of succulent ribs, you'll have to consume 400 grams of crispy french fries if you want your mugshot posted up on their infamous Wall of Fame. Challengers who successfully tackle this challenge also get a shirt and a free meal for two the next time you visit. 

MEATliquor Mayfair

Three delicious dishes, all covered in jalapeño and ready to burn their way through your vital organs; sounds like the Triple Chilli Challenge at Meatliquor. You've got ten minutes to complete this heart-clogging challenge. Alongside an exquisite, jalapeño covered burger, you'll have to wrestle a chilli dog and a portion of their delicious fries slathered with chilli con corne, melted cheese and a daunting helping of even more jalapeños. There's no time to rest; just sit down, start chewing, close your eyes and think of England!