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Swan London, London,

Swan London

4.5
4.5
5528 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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.
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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

  • 'Hansel and Gretel' Inspired Afternoon Tea

    Nov 19, 2024 - Feb 4, 2025
    Indulge in a simply irresistible spread of sandwiches, accompanied with sweet treats like eggnog and nutmeg cheesecake, black forest gateau, a gingerbread house, mince pie, cinnamon and Madagascar vanilla macaroon, and raisin and plain scones for £39.5
    'Hansel and Gretel' Inspired Afternoon Tea Photo

  • Bar Package

    £180.00 per party

    Nov 29, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025
    Pre order our Bar package and skip the queue for arrival drinks and nibbles at Swan. Our package includes: 2 bottles of Chapel Down's Touch of Sparkle, 2 bottles of house wine, 1 cheese board, 1 charcuterie board and 5 snack selections for your group. Only available by pre-booking in the bar.
    Bar Package 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

Menu

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What 5,528 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • South East London

    Great for scenic views

  • South East London

    British

  • South East London

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Swan London offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "fabulous views" of the Thames. Perfect for pre-theatre meals, it combines "excellent service" with a "lovely atmosphere." The afternoon tea, especially the Gentleman's option, is a standout, praised for its "great value" and variety.

5,528 Reviews

  1. John

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place to eat at any time of year but even better for a special Christmas treat or celebration. Excellent food, great service and fantastic views.

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  2. Edgar

    London

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great afternoon tea, with a lovely view. Very friendly staff too. The Handel and Gretel theme made the food more interesting.

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  3. Barry

    London

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyable although a bit expensive lunch. Could have done with a more reasonable set menu. Service good, location good and moved to a river view table, which was very kind.

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  4. Laura

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for an afternoon tea today to celebrate 20 years of marriage. We had a lovely table next to the window with a fantastic view of St Paul's and the Thames. The food was delicious and the staff very friendly. There was a lovely festive atmosphere with pretty decorations. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it's value for money too in comparison with other places in London. Thank you 😊

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  5. Ruth

    Essex

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food in lovely setting. Go for a window table if you can.

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  6. Lee Kiat

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambiance for afternoon tea with family and friends

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  7. Lydia

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, attentive service, great food (served hot, on warm plate - thank you).

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  8. Jacques

    Inverness

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food ( soup and risotto) served swiftly just before the play at the Globe!

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  9. Paula

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely, glad we chose this for our annual afternoon tea expedition. Food was great and high quality. Staff were quick efficient and very helpful. Would recommend!

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  10. Debbie

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy The Swan and it was such a beautiful clear day to enjoy the view. Food was excellent.

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FAQs

Swan London is rated 4.5 stars by 5528 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 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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