Best Lunch Restaurants in Waterloo

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1. Skylon

4.2

Price: Expensive

• British • Waterloo

Booked 6 times today

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.

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2. Brasserie Blanc - Southbank

4.5

Awesome(440)

Price: Expensive

• French • Southbank

Booked 2 times today

Mere minutes walk from Waterloo Station, the London Eye, the Royal Festival Hall and all the cultural attractions of Southbank, our spacious brasserie is perfect for a set menu pre-theatre lunch or dinner, or try something delicious from our seasonally changing à la carte menu. Visitors to Southbank can take a refreshing break to enjoy drinks on our terrace or book for large parties and events in one of our two private dining rooms. Expect a warm welcome and real French food, with heart.

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3. Black & Blue - Waterloo

4.4

Awesome(1197)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Waterloo

Booked 18 times today

Steps away from the grand entrance of Waterloo Station, Black and Blue offers a modern BritishAmerican steakhouse experience that is second to none. Savour a wide range of delicious startersand main courses, heavenly cocktails and sumptuous wine in the unique setting of a Victorianbrick railway arch. The perfect location to meet with friends, colleagues, or family for lunch, afterwork drinks or dinner.Or simply sit with a drink and watch the bustle of Europe’s busiest station. We promise you willcome back for more! For private events please contact our Borough or Archduke restaurants for details.

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4. Giraffe - South Bank

3.8

Excellent(1733)

Price: Moderate

• International • Southbank

Booked 22 times today

Our biggest restaurant with stunning views over the river Thames, you can find us at the front of the Royal Festival Hall, only moments away from the London eye and all the Southbank galleries & theatres. Often a queue but it moves quickly.From bottomless brunch, spot of lunch, breakfast or just drinks and nibbles we will be serving you up flavoursome international dishes throughout the day. With various deals throughout the week you won't want to miss out! Child-friendly restaurant with a variety of breakie, mains and puddings to choose from. Dine in or takeaway, or delivery!

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5. Ping Pong Southbank London

4.1

Excellent(253)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Southbank

Booked 2 times today

Our restaurant on the Southbank has 2 floors, featuring the floating Lotus Lounge, a buzzing cocktail bar and an outside terrace. With its variety of spaces we are perfect for any party booking. Whether you are looking for lunch, dinner, drinks or a party booking – let Ping Pong Southbank take care of you.Offering:Happy Hours Monday to Friday 3-6pm ( last order 5.30pm) excluding Bank Holiday & DecemberHalf price on selected food and drinks including cocktails and beers!Saturday Free Flowing Drinks Brunch - 12-5pm ( booking slots 12/12.30/1/3/3.30pm from £35ppSunday Lazy Sumday unlimited food for 90 minutes on selected items £26.95pp

6. Sticky Mango

4.2

Awesome(327)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Southbank

Booked 1 time today

Positioned between Waterloo and London's Southbank, Sticky Mango offers its diners modern interpretations of Southeast Asian street food created by Chef Peter Lloyd. Offering a sharing concept of dining, the 3-level dining space is welcoming with warm lighting and contemporary music.

7. Yauatcha Soho

4.5

Awesome(6845)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Soho

Booked 19 times today

Yauatcha Soho, located in the heart of vibrant London, is an all-day dim sum teahouse offering a wide selection of modern authentic dim sum alongside European patisserie and an extensive range of teas, wine and cocktails. The design of the restaurant is a modern interpretation of the old Chinese teahouse. At the same time, the lighting and seating embodies the atmosphere of a vibrant ‘chatter shop’, similar to the traditional Hong Kong dim sum restaurants. The restaurant offers Cantonese dishes with a modern influence, with an extensive range of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim sum such as Yauatcha’s signature dishes of Scallop shui mai and Venison puffs.

8. Clos Maggiore

4.6

Exceptional(15243)

Price: Expensive

• French • Covent Garden

Booked 64 times today

Clos Maggiore is an oasis of calm in the heart of Covent Garden. Influenced by the stylish country inns of Provence and Tuscany its unique interiors create a warmth and intimacy enjoyed by both business and private parties. The conservatory has a fully retractable glass roof creating a bright and airy dining space. Our extensive cellar at Clos Maggiore includes over 2,000 labels and was extended earlier this year to include an additional 400 wines at a low – mid price range. We are very proud to have been awarded the “Best of Award of Excellence” consistently since 2003 by Wine Spectator.

9. L'Escargot

4.7

Exceptional(681)

Price: Expensive

• French • Soho

Booked 30 times today

To welcome in 2025 we are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £20 for 2 courses and £25 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain for the whole of January.L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French dishes. Favourite dishes include French onion soup, Lobster bisque, oysters, Tournedos "Rossini", grilled lobster, Chateaubriand and of course snails ! L'Escargot was voted one of the most romantic restaurants in London and is a perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. If you want to come in just for a drink, upstairs there is a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and a bar snack menu.The restaurant has welcomed celebrities such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon. and was a favourite of Princess DianaL'Escargot is located close to all the major West-End theatres, which makes it an excellent pre and post theatre dining spot.

10. Gallery

4.7

Exceptional(8127)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covent Garden

Booked 69 times today

Introducing Gallery (formerly known as Thames Foyer), a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel for drinking and dining, where guests can enjoy a perfect blend of our theatrical flair and relaxed charm.The beautiful new space will seamlessly integrate contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, will entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist.The Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea will return, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner.Our delectable lunch offering will be available between 12:30 and 17:30 on a walk in basis.*Please note that any reservations made are subject to the timely completion of the renovation and we may need to contact you to offer alternative dates should we experience a delay with the work.Dress code: smart casual.

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Donna
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We have dined here several times . The food is consistently good , the service is always excellent and it’s convenient for the station and Southbank .
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Black & Blue - WaterlooPrice: Moderate• Steak• Waterloo
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4.4
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Arlene
London •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I have been here on several occasions with different groups, mostly friends with children. Every time the food has been delicious and there is always something for everyone. The service was also exceptional and we weren’t rushed, which was lovely.
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Giraffe - South BankPrice: Moderate• International• Southbank
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3.8
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JenniferVIP
London •86 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
On my recent visit , to celebrate a friends birthday it was low-key and ideal. The service was perfect not too intrusive, the food was great from the main menu to a set menu section with choices for every palate . The even surprised with a small birthday dessert for the birthday girl a very nice touch :) The chicken from the set menu was perfect, and the salmon tefreshing . Places by the window we were able to view the activity along the southbank Worth a visit ... Will be back
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SkylonPrice: Expensive• British• Waterloo
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4.2
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Joan
Essex •54 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Brasserie Blanc is a very comfortable and welcoming restaurant. Great for couples, friends and families. The food was an excellent standard and quality. I would have expected no less from Raymond 😊. I particularly enjoyed the crab Bon bons. The menu was very well balanced and with the 50% off promotion made it affordable.
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Brasserie Blanc - SouthbankPrice: Expensive• French• Southbank
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4.5
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Sue
Devon •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
Waiter and staff excellent would return xxxxxxxxxx
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Ping Pong Southbank LondonPrice: Moderate• Asian• Southbank
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4.1

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688 restaurants available nearby

1. Skylon

2. Brasserie Blanc - Southbank

3. Black & Blue - Waterloo

4. Giraffe - South Bank

5. Ping Pong Southbank London

6. Sticky Mango

7. Yauatcha Soho

8. Clos Maggiore

9. L'Escargot

10. Gallery

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