5+1 Of The Best London Restaurants With Fantastic Views
- litsabdr
- Aug 9, 2018
- 3 min read
With the number of high-rise buildings in London growing, it is no wonder that there are so many rooftop restaurants offering superb views of the capital’s heart-stopping skyline! For that special occasion (they do tend to charge top rates), the 5 ones listed below will undeniably provide you with a truly memorable experience!
1. Galvin at Windows (Hyde Park)
Head towards the Hilton Park Lane hotel and reach the 28thfloor, where Galvin at Windowswelcomes diners with spectacular views of Hyde Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and central London. For the past 12 years, the restaurant has been pleasing Londoners and tourists alike with a Michelin-starred menu and mouth-watering French dishes, in a laid-back atmosphere. Not ideal for trend-conscious diners in search of a flashy glamorous venue rather than people seeking a high-quality yet leisurely meal.
2. Aqua Shard (The Shard)
The 31ststorey of the Shardbuilding is occupied by shadowy and sultry Aqua Shard, which serves contemporary British flavours distinguished by hearty mains. The view is beyond belief. If you sit by the window, you will get a bird’s eye view of the land stretching from the London Eye to the Tower of London with gleaming Thames in the middle. Those that want a most affordable alternative can enjoy a gin-based cocktail or drink in the bar or restaurants in the middle levels of the skyscraper.
Tip: For similarly mind-blowing views and spicy Sichuan food (the deep-fried lobster mixed with dried garlic, black beans, and chilli is a must-try!) and innovative cocktails you may also visit sophisticated, dimply-lit Hutongrestaurant on the 33rdfloor of the Shard.
3. Level 9 (Tate Modern)
A 150-cover eatery sits on the 9thfloor of Switch House(extension of Tate Modern), waiting to treat the more than 5 million tourists and Londoners that visit it annually with all things British (from locally brewed beer to locally grown produce). Once there, feel free to gaze the London skyline and a peak of St. Paul’s Cathedral (perhaps a tiny piece of the Shardtoo).
4. Sushisamba (Heron Tower)
The popular restaurant chain has spread from the USA to the heart of London, occupying the 38thand 39thfloor of the Heron Tower. The menu features an inviting mix of Peruvian, Brazilian, and Japanese cuisine while those into sake will be superbly pleased by the comprehensive selections of the famous Japanese drink. Noteworthy is also the eatery’s eco-friendly initiatives in an attempt to make fine dining in the British capital a more environmental-conscious activity. As for what you can see from up there, let’s just say that the east of London will be spreading below your feet, from Canary Wharf and the Olympic Park to Tower Bridge. Whether you sit inside or at the outdoor terrace, the views will be simply bewildering.
5. Duck & Waffle (Heron Tower)
The 40thfloor of the Heron Toweraccommodates another restaurant (more moderately priced than other top eateries on the Tower) that operates on a 24/7 basis. Featuring hearty comfort dishes from all over Europe and delicious brunches and breakfasts, Duck & Wafflealso offers incredible vistas of the area between the Gherkin and Canary Wharf. As for the glass elevator ride, it is a spectacle in itself!
Which city views are you going to enjoy this evening? Whichever eatery you choose, have your taxi waiting for you right outside your hotel room and get there with outstanding comfort - fast, reasonably priced, and reliably!
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