Bite into the London restaurant scene and take in the skyline views to start off by reserving a table at one of these six places where the food is as delicious as the views. From a glamorous Art Deco-style dining room to a lively 24-hour bistro, we’ve rounded up London’s best restaurants offering views of some of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
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Fenchurch Restaurant
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This elegant spot at the top of the ‘Walkie Talkie’ building is a contemporary bistro offering views facing West London. From the 37th floor you can see all kinds of London landmarks, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, the River Thames, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament. And you can enjoy the views of the Sky Garden just below. Expect premium seafood and meat dishes sourced from British farms. Pick an appetizer from the impressive cocktail menu to get things started right.
How to get there: The closest tube station to the Fenchurch restaurant is Monument.
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City Social
Right in the heart of the city, in the iconic Tower 42 skyscraper, City Social serves modern British dishes alongside spectacular views, particularly of the neighboring buildings of Gherkin and Chesegrater. The restaurant is one of many London venues owned by award-winning chef Jason Atherton and features glamorous Art Deco-style interiors. Menu highlights include Cornish Sea Bass, Lincolnshire Rabbit with Black Garlic, and Bacon Crusted Romney Marsh Lamb. Take one of the booths by the window for the best views.
How to get there: City Social is halfway between Liverpool Street Station and Monument.
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Duck and waffles
Between Liverpool Street and the skyscraper affectionately known as the Gherkin, Duck & Waffle is a 24-hour high-rise dining venue offering jaw-dropping views and delicious food. Take the glass elevator up to the 40th floor and take a seat on one of the leather stools or at a table by the wraparound floor-to-ceiling windows. Go on an empty stomach if you’re looking to try the signature dish of stacked waffles with crispy duck leg confit served with a fried duck egg and mustard maple syrup.
How to get there: The closest tube station to Duck & Waffle is Liverpool Street.
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Galvin and Windows
This Michelin-starred restaurant on the 28th floor of the Hilton Park Lane has been a staple of London’s food scene since it opened in 2003. It faces Hyde Park and 360-degree views extend from the skyscrapers of the city. city to Wembley Stadium in North West London. The menu focuses on French haute cuisine, so you can expect dishes like foie gras, tarte tatin, and amazing cheese boards. The 2 and 3 course menus offer excellent value for money.
How to get there: The closest tube station to Galvin on Windows is Hyde Park Corner.
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Ting on the snippet
On the 35th floor, Ting is the tallest restaurant in the Shard, the tallest building in London. As such, the views are breathtaking, encompassing iconic landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, and Canary Wharf. The dining room is decorated as an elegant Chinese living room and the kitchen serves European dishes with an Asian twist, such as suckling pig and hoisin sauce and black cod with miso. It’s a popular spot for a Chinese-inspired afternoon tea that brings together dim sum, scones, and cakes (served daily between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.)
How to get there: The closest tube station to Ting is London Bridge.
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Portrait restaurant at the National Portrait Gallery
After a cultural arrangement at the National Gallery, head three floors to the restaurant for spectacular views from Trafalgar Square to the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Modern British dishes are at the center of the menu – roast quail, pork fillet with blood sausage – and the affordable pre-theater offering offers excellent value for money. It’s open for dinner Thursday through Saturday, but you can enjoy lunch and afternoon tea every day.
How to get there: The closest tube station to Portrait Restaurant is Charing Cross.
