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Skylon, London,

Skylon

4.2
4.2
3463 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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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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
    020 7654 7800
  • Website
    https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
  • 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.
  • Location
    Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX
  • Neighbourhood
    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

  • Valentine's Day

    £90.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Feel the love! Be serenaded by our live jazz trio, gaze over the River Thames (or into each other’s eyes?) as you indulge in our five course-tasting menu. Start with a selection of Jersey Rock Oysters, then choose from delicacies like Beef Carpaccio, Salmon Tartare, Roast Lamb or Chervil and Wild Garlic Risotto. Priced at £90pp. We require a credit card to secure all reservations: In the instance of a no-show or cancellations made less than 1 week in advance, the card will be charged a late cancellation fee of £50 per person.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,463 people are saying

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • 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 "wonderful location" with "fantastic views" and a relaxing ambience. Diners appreciate the "delicious food" and "excellent service," especially for pre-theatre visits. While some found service slow during busy times, many praised the professional staff and "lovely" meals, making it a "great place for special occasions."

3,463 Reviews

  1. Sara Jane

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue with fabulous views across the Thames. Delicious food on pre-theatre menu (we were eating after a Matinee show at the NT). Attentive waiter.

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  2. Pat

    Bristol

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the pre theatre menu. Smoked salmon/soup followed by chicken and sticky toffee pudding. Excellent

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  3. Amanda

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fab pre theatre meal at Skylon-great food, charming waiting staff and a view to die for! We’ll be back!

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  4. Jennifer

    VIP

    London

    86 reviews

    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  5. Heather

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellence food and environment. Service could have been more attentive because we are due at a performance and time got a little tight at the end of the meal. That said, we will certainly return!

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  6. Jérôme

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Experience un peu décevante mais rattrapée partiellement par le geste commercial sur l'addition.

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  7. christopher

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A good menu supported by excellent cooking and attentive staff

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  8. Helen

    London

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good and reasonably priced at £30 for 2 courses and we had a nice river view from a table by the windows. Service was overall friendly but inattentive, wait staff just not observant of their customers needs. Waited 20 minutes to order a drink!

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  9. Toshiko

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for a lovely meal. It’s always a very relaxing atmosphere. We often come back.

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  10. Marc

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I hadn’t been for years, not sure why not. Will definitely be going back soon

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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 3463 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Skylon

Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    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
  • Website
    https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 7654 7800
  • 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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