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Skylon, London,

Skylon

4.2
4.2
3604 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 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 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, 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 3,604 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 a captivating dining experience with "stunning views of the Thames" and a "delightful ambiance." Guests frequently praise its "excellent food," "friendly staff," and "lovely window seats." While some mention service inconsistencies, the overall experience is often described as "wonderful," making it ideal for special occasions and leisurely meals.

3,604 Reviews
  1. Marion

    Edinburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal, food was superb, drinks excellent and service outstanding. We'd booked for a special occasion (anniversary) and were given a beautiful anniversary dessert which was unexpected and delicious. Five stars to Skylon. It was amazing! We were given a table with amazing views of the Thames. Will definitely return. Highly recommend. Thank you to all who looked after us.

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  2. Wendy

    Manchester2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic views food was fabulous especially the sticky toffee pudding!

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  3. Fergus

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent as was service. Only downside was napkins that left fluff on clothing.

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  4. Lara

    Hertfordshire3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Skylon feels a little bit dated. We had a window table which was a nice view but the service was slow and not very attentive. My friend is gluten free and the waitress forgot when she presented the dessert menu, Food was ok, but not great for the price. I won’t rush back.

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  5. Adrian

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent 5***** service. Good selection of food with good quality.

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  6. Deborah

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and a hard-to-rival view of the Thames - ideal for a special occasion.

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  7. Andrea

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely lovely experience! The food was delicious, the service provided by Felix our waiter was outstanding. I went with my husband to celebrate our anniversary and they even gave us a tray with mini desserts and happy anniversary message. Thank you so much

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  8. Duncan VIP

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just great food & service. Nice refurb. Bright & hot by the windows!

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  9. Nikola VIP

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Want to make a shout out to Chetan who was our lovely waiter this evening. So friendly, smiley and helpful. Thanks for making the evening extra special.

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  10. Steve

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot to have a meal if you are going to a programme at the Royal Festival Hall.

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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 3604 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 reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Skylon

Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, 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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