The Store

Located in South Croydon’s vibrant restaurant quarter, The Store combines the relaxed charm of a neighbourhood pub with the polish of a modern eatery.

Housed in a former Sainsbury’s dating back to 1900, the building retains its original tiles and character, now paired with California-inspired interiors. Think concrete bar, potted greenery, and soft, low lighting. It’s a stylish space that suits everything from laid-back brunches to big celebrations.

The food is at the heart of the experience. Daytimes revolve around bold brunches, with shakshuka baked eggs served with toasted sourdough, a stack of American-style pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup, and crushed avocado on sourdough with crumbled feta. A fried buttermilk chicken (or halloumi!) brioche bun with house slaw is a must, showcasing the kitchen’s playful take on New American comfort food.

Come evening, it’s all about sociable dining with shared plates of mushroom and truffle arancini, crispy tempura prawns with sriracha mayo, and chicken liver parfait with the perfect dollop of caramelised onion chutney. Every day feels like a Sunday meal with mains such as seared duck breasts served alongside herb-crusted potatoes, a juicy beef burger with the works: bacon, cheddar cheese, and red onion chutney, and a flat iron steak with smoked salt fries.

With good food, easy style and a space made for everything from date nights to weekend lunches, The Store is Croydon dining at its finest.