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Skylon, London,

Skylon

4.1
4.1
3449 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 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
    Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7654 7800
  • Website
    https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Timothy Tolley
  • Private party facilities
    River View is perfect for corporate events, special occasions and drinks parties and can accommodate up to 50 guests for seated events or up to 60 guests for standing receptions.

Experiences

  • Pre/Post Theatre Menu

    £30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Skylon is set in the middle of the vibrant South Bank with its floor-to-ceiling windows looking out across the Thames. Located inside the Royal Festival Hall and just a short walk from some of London's best theatres, we're ideally located for a pre- or post-theatre meal. Enjoy our dedicated theatre menu, with two courses for £30 or three courses for £35 including a glass of Rose Mirabeau
    Pre/Post Theatre Menu photo

  • Saxy Brunch on the South Bank

    £29.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    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. Join us for our fantastic Saxy Brunch with live saxophonist, DJ, views of the river Thames 2 or 3 courses and you can add free- flowing fizz or red wine.
    Saxy Brunch on the South Bank photo

  • New Years Eve with Live Music

    £175.00 - £375.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Skylon's New Year's Eve celebration features an unbeatable view of River Thames , a live band, a DJ and a 5-course menu . Enjoy a 5-course menu for £375 per person. The menu is designed to keep you fed and entertained from 6:30pm right through to the midnight, as you see out 2024 we will have live band. Please note this is the only menu available, We require a prepayment in full to secure this reservation (per person). We offer a full refund policy if the booking is cancelled 72 hours before. Minors under 12 are not allowed for the evening. Kids menu £175pp. Guests must arrive before 8pm in line with South Bank Centre security protocol.
    New Years Eve with Live Music photo

Menu

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What 3,449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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 delightful dining experience with "excellent service," a "wonderful view" of the Thames, and "beautifully presented" food. The varied menu includes standout dishes like fillet steak and lemon meringue tart. Despite some service inconsistencies, the "breathtaking ambiance" and attentive staff make it a top choice for special occasions.

3,449 Reviews

  1. Dave

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    very good christmas day special menu, great service

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  2. Alan

    London

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really average, a bit like canteen food. It was Christmas Day but for £125 a head I would have expected something a bit better than what we received.

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  3. Pablo

    Mexico City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I do not recommend this restaurant. The food is pretty average, the service is pedantic, and the ambience is quite dull. I went with my wife and daughter (20 months) on Christmas day. The only available access required us to walk up several stairs, which is challenging with a stroller and baby things. I went up in advance to see if they could help, but of course they couldn't. They charged the kids' menu price for my 20-month-old infant, which is fine; I get it; they need the money. What I don't get is that they served her the same adult portions they served us, which obviously is a waste of food. The turkey was dry as sand and tasteless; however, their Wellington and pumpkin soup were a bit above average.

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  4. Jimmy

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Christmas Dinner while visiting London. We had a great waitress! The Christmas dinner experience was very nice. The food was excellent.

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  5. Caroline

    Oxford

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful location with fantastic views and a relaxing ambience combined with a delicious menu make this an excellent place to eat out. Can’t wait to come back!

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  6. Nigel

    Berkshire

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good friendly services. Excellent location for pre theatre

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  7. Judith

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a very relaxed lunch. The staff were extremely attentive and we didn’t feel rushed at all. The food was, as always very good. I requested a table by the window because it was a special lunch with my cousin and my request was granted.

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  8. Stephen

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty poor. Starters delivered immediately after cocktails and bits. One of the strater inedible. Raw beetroot in large lumps covered in parmesan but no dressing. Truly awful. Other starter, prawn cocktail, all lettuce and hardly any prawns or mayo. One main course, fairly ordinary. Steak main course: order rare got heavily overcooked. Sent back. No desert, had enough.

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  9. Chris

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, good service and excellent ambience.

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  10. Sean

    Berkshire

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    For me, the real test is, 'Would I go back again' The honest answer is no. The ambiance was fine and the seating arrangements good. The waiters were prompt, professional and we had no complaints there, but the food was mediocre for the price. The starters were OK, but nothing really stood out with any of our party. 2 of our group of 6 ordered lamb curry, and they had to be returned due to the excessive amount of salt added. To be fair, the 2 replacement dishes weren't charged for, but it really shouldn't happen in an upmarket restaurant. The plates of sweets added after the meal were a nice touch.

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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 4.1 stars by 3449 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Skylon

Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

Additional information

  • Area
    Waterloo
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Brunch Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 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
  • Executive Chef
    Timothy Tolley
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 7654 7800
  • Private party facilities
    River View is perfect for corporate events, special occasions and drinks parties and can accommodate up to 50 guests for seated events or up to 60 guests for standing receptions.
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