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Skylon, London,

Skylon

4.2
4.2
3589 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

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2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Skylon is set in the middle of the vibrant South Bank with its floor-to-ceiling windows looking out across the Thames. With a seasonal British menu offering lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, the restaurant provides the perfect setting for any occasion.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Grill, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Offering cool contemporary design, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the River Thames, Skylon is the perfect venue to host your event whatever the occasion. We can accommodate a wide variety of events, from restaurant groups of up to 24 to exclusive hire for 500 guests standing or up to 300 guests seated.
  • Area
    Waterloo
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Nearest Underground: Waterloo.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Festival of Britain Menu

    £30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Out sightseeing on the South Bank? Come on up to Skylon for lunch with incredible views of the River Thames. Enjoy a selection of some of our best British brasserie style dishes. Starring our classic Caesar Salad, rich Cured Salmon, creamy Black Truffle Linguine, a hearty Fishcake and the satisfying Sticky Toffee Pudding. 2 courses £30 / 3 courses £35
    Festival of Britain Menu photo
  • Cream Tea

    £11.75 per person

    Multiple dates available
    A quick and delightful taste of British tradition, our new Cream Tea is the perfect way to indulge in a little luxury—without the time commitment of a full afternoon tea. Take a moment to slow down and settle by our window, overlooking the South Bank’s ever-moving river and bustling promenade. Enjoy warm, freshly baked scones served with Rodda’s Clotted Cream and strawberry preserve, alongside your choice of fine teas or expertly brewed coffee. For an extra touch of indulgence, upgrade to our Sparkling Cream Tea, served with a glass of Prosecco or Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine. Available Monday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm—no reservation required, just drop in and enjoy. Cream Tea 11.75 per person freshly baked scones, clotted cream and strawberry preserve include one choice of tea, infusion or coffee per person Sparkling Cream Tea 21.75 per person freshly baked scones, clotted cream and strawberry preserve include a glass of Prosecco and one choice of tea, infusion or coffee per person
    Cream Tea photo
  • Drinks

    Multiple dates available
    Skylon Restaurant & Bar is your riverside meeting place. A stone’s throw away from London’s best theatre, classical music and art, located inside the South Bank's Royal Festival Hall. The showstopper of Skylon is our Grand Central Bar, with a stunning black porcelain bar top and unparalleled views of the River Thames. Whether it's a pre-theatre drink, a late-night tipple, or a weekend martini, there's no better spot on the South Bank. The Grand Central Bar menu features top-tier mixology, championing British Gins and vodkas, alongside an excellent wine collection.
    Drinks photo

What 3,589 people are saying

Skylon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • South West London

    Great for scenic views

  • South West London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Skylon offers "fantastic views" of the Thames, creating a memorable dining experience. Guests appreciate the "attentive and friendly service," stylish ambiance, and "high-end" food, perfect for family or business meals. While some mention the service could improve, the "excellent" meals and "lovely" setting often leave diners eager to return.

3,589 Reviews
  1. Philippa

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Menu, tasty food, excellent service, lovely vista onto the Thames. 8 mins walk from Waterloo Station.

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  2. Michael

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First class service, with excellent food beautifully presented and a great view over the river

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  3. Alice

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We spent a very lovely evening, in a very great ambience, eating eccellent food. We appreciated a lot the very kind service, the waiters have been very nice and gentle. We will come back!

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  4. David

    Kent9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Varied menu, good portion sizes and tasty. A few vegetarian options. Side dishes were small portions. Great views of the river.

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  5. Andrea

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Meal , service and restaurant were lovely. Slightly overheated sat by the window but was worth it for the beautiful river view in the sunshine! Thank you 😊

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  6. Victoria

    Surrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great venue for a dinner celebration, thank you.

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  7. NEVILLE

    London6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food very good service more than adequate. It was nice to have a view of the Thames as the sun set. It added to the ambience. I would certainly dine here again.

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  8. Brendan

    London19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food. River views. Unhurried service. A very pleasant way to spend a lunchtime.

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  9. John

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Tables were too close together making it noisy. This has never been a problem during previous visits.

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  10. Sharon

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Always slightly disappointed by this restaurant the few times I have been. The food is fine but the wine overpriced and the service not particularly friendly or speedy. Probably won’t come again.

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FAQs

Skylon does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Skylon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7654 7800.

Skylon is rated 4.2 stars by 3589 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. South West London
  5. Waterloo

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Skylon

Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Waterloo
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 12:00–20:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Grill, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Nearest Underground: Waterloo.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Offering cool contemporary design, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the River Thames, Skylon is the perfect venue to host your event whatever the occasion. We can accommodate a wide variety of events, from restaurant groups of up to 24 to exclusive hire for 500 guests standing or up to 300 guests seated.
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