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Swan London, London,

Swan London

4.6 (5642)
£26 to £40
British
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Swan bar, restaurant & private dining rooms are located at Shakespeare's Globe on Bankside and have stunning River Thames and central London views.

The bar offers relaxed all-day dining, sharing plates and British classics such as fish and chips, alongside craft beers, small-batch London gins and tonics, seasonal cocktails and English sparkling wines. Upstairs, the elegant restaurant with panoramic views offers seasonal British a la carte dining, fine wines, theatrical afternoon tea, weekend brunch and a quintessentially British Sunday roast.

Swan has stunning private dining rooms that are perfect for cocktail receptions, dinner parties, private celebrations, corporate events, wedding receptions & Christmas parties. Swan is located on Bankside and is just a short walk from London Bridge, Borough Market, Tate Modern & Southbank making it the perfect location for those enjoying a day in London.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7928 9444
  • Website
    http://www.swanlondon.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Cedric Tourainne
  • Catering
    The Swan’s private dining rooms are perfect for lavish dinners, cocktail receptions, family gatherings, and daytime meetings for 16 and 425 guests. Celebrate with spectacular views of the River Thames, delicious menus, and a central London location.
  • Private party facilities
    Swan, Shakespeare’s Globe is a destination restaurant located on the site of the iconic Globe Theatre. Elevated on the second floor, the two private dining rooms boast unsurpassed river views across to St Paul’s Cathedral and the City.
  • Private party contact
    Events Team: 020 7928 9444
  • Location
    21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT
  • Neighborhood
    Bankside
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    London Bridge Station, Blackfriars Station Thames Link & Bankside Pier
  • Entertainment
    Private tours of Shakespeare's Globe can be arranged for private parties.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 'Romeo & Juliet' Inspired Afternoon Tea

    Feb 12, 2025 - Aug 2, 2025
    Indulge in a simply irresistible spread of sandwiches, accompanied with sweet treats like chocolate & raspberry mousse, vanilla heart sable biscuit with rose buttercream, passion fruit & strawberry fairy cake, smoked cherry Bakewell tart, and raisin and plain scones for £39.5
    'Romeo & Juliet' Inspired Afternoon Tea Photo

  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    The weekend brunch at Swan offers an ideal opportunity to relish a delightful meal with friends. With an array of mouth-watering brunch classics, small plates, shareable cheese boards, satisfying entrees, and delectable cocktails. Brunch dishes starting from £9.5 and amongst the most favourites are Pancakes with Lake District Bacon, Full English as well as vegan Tofu Scramble... Join us for a relaxed dining experience in our Riverside Bar with your friends or family.
    Weekend Brunch Photo

Private dining

Menu

Swan London's menu was last updated on 3/26/2024.

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What 5,642 people are saying

Swan London 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • South East London

    Great for scenic views

  • South East London

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Swan London offers a delightful dining experience with stunning views of the Thames and St. Paul's Cathedral. Known for its exceptional afternoon teas, many guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious food." The themed teas, like the Romeo & Juliet, add a unique twist, making it a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions.

5,642 Reviews

  1. Miyuki

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon was awmazing!! When you visit London you should go and try it!

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  2. Jane

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you Alan and Teo for your great service. We had a fantastic view from our table, yummy roast. Thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back for sure ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  3. Roger

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a family afternoon tea to mark my 70th Birthday. The food was delicious and the service was first class with excellent attention to detail. The views from the table were also great, as expected. All in all a memorable afternoon for the whole family.

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  4. Keith

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful day with friends. Riyas was such a good server. Highly recommended for afternoon tea.

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  5. Natasha

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best experiences I have ever had. We went for the Afternoon tea today to celebrate my husband 60th birthday and we really enjoyed it. The food was really delicious and the service was excellent. Riyas did a fantastic job with the service, he was friendly, professional, attentive, and ensure we were well served and taken care of. Everyone at the restaurant greeted us with warmth and made us felt very welcome, including the greeter and the manager. Thank you for the whole team for making the day so special for us. It was a great experience.

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  6. Stephanue

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting, opposite St Paul's. All the staff were lovely and super helpful. We were delayed owing to massive transport issues. We rang to let them know and were reassured that they'd hold our table for us. We advised them we were attending the Globe for a show so were time pressured and they were great inspite of the fact they were busy. We were able to enjoy a 2 delicious course meal followed by coffee and get to the theatre in good time. Would definitely recommend.

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  7. Birgit

    Berlin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wir hatten den Afternoon Tea und den Gentlemans Tea. Beide waren sehr köstlich. Die Scones waren frisch und warm. Von den Sandwiches gibt es Nachschlag, wenn man möchte. Der Tea wird im Balkonzimmer serviert, mit Blick auf die Millenium Bridge und St. Pauls. Die Atmosphäre ist fein, aber nicht etepetete. Der Service ist sehr aufmerksam. Die Toiletten sind sauber und gepflegt. 42,50 £ p. P. plus 12,5 % Service ist für Londoner Verhältnisse völlig in Ordnung. Eine wirklich tolle Erfahrung.

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  8. Rich VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It was just lovely. The food, the wine, the location was great. They were not staffed well for the number of groups and tables the evening we went so it was slow, at times not attentive.

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  9. lisa

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea was an amazing experience. My friends and I had some special diary requirements and everyone there was more then happy to help. All staff were very knowledgeable about the options for tea when one kind of tea wasn't available at the time. I would highly recommend the Swan London to my friends and family.

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  10. Sally

    Amsterdam1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch, great service, great food,beautiful surroundings

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FAQs

Swan London is rated 4.6 stars by 5642 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. South East London
  5. Bankside

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Swan London

21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bankside
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    London Bridge Station, Blackfriars Station Thames Link & Bankside Pier
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cedric Tourainne
  • Entertainment
    Private tours of Shakespeare's Globe can be arranged for private parties.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.swanlondon.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 7928 9444
  • Catering
    The Swan’s private dining rooms are perfect for lavish dinners, cocktail receptions, family gatherings, and daytime meetings for 16 and 425 guests. Celebrate with spectacular views of the River Thames, delicious menus, and a central London location.
  • Private party facilities
    Swan, Shakespeare’s Globe is a destination restaurant located on the site of the iconic Globe Theatre. Elevated on the second floor, the two private dining rooms boast unsurpassed river views across to St Paul’s Cathedral and the City.
  • Private party contact
    Events Team: 020 7928 9444
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