The deal comes as part of a £12m upgrade of the Departure Lounge, which includes a revamp of the food and drink offer.
Kari Daniels, chief executive of SSP UK & Ireland said: “SSP has a long-standing relationship with London City Airport, spanning 20 years.
“We’re delighted to be bringing new concepts to London City passengers and have worked in close partnership with the airport to deliver a truly local, London experience.
“These concepts will give guests an opportunity to sample some of the most exciting foods from across the capital.
“Among the new offers and making its airport debut will be SSP-owned concept, Hithes. This upmarket eatery draws inspiration from the capital’s vibrant, multicultural culinary landscape, with recipes from the four corners of the city featured throughout the menu.
“Dishes will include the ‘City Boys’ all-day breakfast, ‘Notting Hill’ jerk chicken, and ‘the best of Brick Lane’ chicken tikka masala. Some of the city’s most outstanding beers, spirits and wines will also be available.
“Hithes is a hybrid of city pub dining and the modern London brasserie that is designed to reflect London’s fusion of lively city bustle and understated elegance. The design include mirrors and a mural depicting scenes of London food markets by English artist, Edward Bawden.
“There’s also Juniper & Co, which will offer guests an ‘accessibly exclusive’ F&B experience, with a menu of classically British and specialty food items, with a focus on local provenance throughout.
“Menu highlights include the Juniper Burger with fondue Sussex Charmer cheese, and 'Foremans' London cured smoked salmon and free range poached eggs on Paul Rhodes English muffins.
“An extensive drinks menu will spotlight local craft gins and vintages, as well as a selection of locally-brewed beers. The bar, with its elegant marble-finish and contemporary brass gantry is a focal-point.”
For travellers seeking healthier options, a landside Soul & Grain is opening this summer. The ‘fresh-to-go’ concept offers vegetarian and vegan options as well as more indulgent treats, and coffee from renowned London City brand, Extract Coffee Roasters. In line with SSP’s sustainability commitments, Soul & Grain also uses local suppliers for ingredients and recyclable packaging wherever possible.
London City Airport chief executive Robert Sinclair added: “This new investment in food & beverage outlets at London City Airport by SSP will be welcomed by our passengers and we can’t wait for our passengers to experience the new and improved food offerings at the airport, especially the London-focused food and drink brands.”