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Aqua Shard, London,

Aqua Shard

4.4
4.4
1351 Reviews
£41 and over
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
Discover contemporary British dishes using the finest seasonal ingredients and carefully crafted cocktails all within western Europe's tallest building. Our spectacular space has floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering 360-degree views of London.

Dishes feature carefully selected local produce and combine the staple ingredients of British cooking with ground-breaking techniques.

From sunrise to sunset, guests can enjoy the changing views of the London skyline in this contemporary and cosmopolitan destination restaurant.

To book for afternoon tea, please contact the restaurant directly on aquashardreservations@aqua-london.com

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 3011 1256
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    The menu offers clever and classic ingredient combinations, allowing the best-of-British produce to speak for itself in a contemporary style. <br /><br />For private dining and events a full range of set menus are available with canapes and bowl food for standing receptions.
  • Private party contact
    Events Team : 020 3011 3231
  • Neighbourhood
    London Bridge
  • Cross Street
    St Thomas St and Great Maze Pond
  • Parking details
    The nearest car park is the NCP on Snowfields, parallel to St Thomas Street.
  • Public transit
    London Bridge Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Peter Pan Afternoon Tea

    £70.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Aqua Shard for a magical adventure to Neverland from level 31 of The Shard and experience the Peter Pan Afternoon Tea. £2 from each afternoon tea sold will be donated to the charity, to help seriously ill children from across the UK who are treated at Great Ormond Street Hospital. A 15% discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill.
    Peter Pan Afternoon Tea photo
  • Three-course Lunch

    £49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Discover Aqua Shard's contemporary British Menu. Your choice of starter, main and dessert, made using the finest seasonal ingredients. A 15% discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill.

What 1,351 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Great for scenic views

  • South East London

    Hot spot

  • South East London

    Great for fine wines

  • South East London

    Romantic

  • South East London

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aqua Shard offers "spectacular views of London" with a lively atmosphere. Guests praise the "delicious and well-presented food" and "friendly staff." While some find it pricey, the experience is often described as "a must visit" for special occasions. The ambience and "great service" add to its charm.

1,351 Reviews
  1. Anastasiya

    London

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The quality of the food did not meet expectations considering the price we paid. It wasn't just the portion size that was disappointing; the actual quality and flavor of the ingredients were lacking. At the end, we ordered tea, and the teapots and cups provided felt reminiscent of a cafeteria. My friend received a cup with a crack, which was only replaced after an extended wait and multiple follow-ups.

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  2. Mark

    Dorset

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Make sure you know what you’re booking for. We went for afternoon tea and got directed into the restaurant side where afternoon tea isn’t available. This is not made clear on booking and the staff wasn’t at all helpful with dealing with us. The experience wasn’t as relaxing and as enjoyable as it could have been especially after having to wait over 45mins for our table..

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  3. Marie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience . Awesome view . Service was good

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  4. Dalia

    Demoland (US)

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a great experience at aqua shard, choices of the food is little but the view and atmosphere of the restaurant was amazing so it is worth visiting it and to not be fussy about the food.

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  5. Salim

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I booked a 3-course meal for my wife and me via the OpenTable app for £50 per person (£100 in total) at Aqua, with a reservation at 3:15 pm. When we arrived promptly at 3:15 pm, the receptionist informed us that they were no longer serving lunch despite our booking and offered us afternoon tea instead. To my surprise, at the end of the meal, we were billed £161 instead of the £100 we had planned to pay. This practice feels dishonest, especially since we were not informed at any point that we would be charged extra for the afternoon tea.

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  6. Jeffrey

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner with a view, been here before and loved it just as much, the food was absolutely amazing not to mention the overall dining experience 🤌🏾

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  7. Guy

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The best thing about Aquashard are the views. The food was good but not outstanding. Service was very friendly and congenial but slow at times. Had to remind the waiter that he forgot to bring an order. Great treat for friends visiting from the USA.

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  8. amanda

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it😀😀😀😀 the food and drinks were very nice! The views are amazing
    Aqua ShardResponded on October 5, 2024
    Amanda, we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and stunning views! Your enthusiasm makes our day. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more great experiences!

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  9. becky

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    When we first went to order a steak and discussed which level of doneness to choose, we didn't feel patient enough to ask the waiter for his opinion

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  10. Alejandro

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had lunch with my son and the Pork Belly and Sirloin where superb, our table was attended by Kevin and a wonderful Sommelier that made sure the experience was top notch. The view of London,great food and superb service makes this a must for anyone looking for a unique experience.
    Aqua ShardResponded on October 3, 2024
    Alejandro, we’re thrilled to hear you and your son enjoyed the Pork Belly and Sirloin! It’s fantastic that Kevin and our Sommelier contributed to your top-notch experience. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal with a view!

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FAQs

Aqua Shard is rated 4.4 stars by 1351 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aqua Shard

Level 31, The Shard, 31 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    St Thomas St and Great Maze Pond
  • Neighbourhood
    London Bridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The nearest car park is the NCP on Snowfields, parallel to St Thomas Street.
  • Public transit
    London Bridge Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 3011 1256
  • Catering
    The menu offers clever and classic ingredient combinations, allowing the best-of-British produce to speak for itself in a contemporary style. <br /><br />For private dining and events a full range of set menus are available with canapes and bowl food for standing receptions.
  • Private party contact
    Events Team : 020 3011 3231
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