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Riverside restaurant on the Southbank

A modern British brasserie, with floor-to-ceiling views of the River Thames and a centrepiece bar.

About Skylon

Drinking or dining at the top of London’s Royal Festival Hall, you’ll enjoy floor to ceiling views of the River Thames and the London skyline. A destination cocktail and wine bar and Modern British restaurant offering classic dishes using the seasons finest ingredients. Perfect for Pre and Post Theatre dining, events and our signature Sunday lunch. An iconic heritage brand on the Southbank. Part of the Evolv Collection.

This Season at Skylon

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Graduation Celebrations at the Southbank

Celebrate your academic achievements at Skylon surrounded by family and friends. Enjoy a well-earned glass of chilled bubbles on us, including a glass of alcohol-free Wild Idol sparkling, when quoting “Graduation” at the time of booking.

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Summer Celebration Menu

Join us for our Summer Celebration Menu and enjoy a complimentary glass of Nyetimber available all day. Our summer set menu celebrates seasonal flavours, perfect for a relaxed lunch overlooking the Thames or a pre-theatre meal.

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The Best of Skylon

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Birthday brunch with bottomless bubbles

Saturdays are for live music, seasonal brunch dishes, and free-flowing bubbles. Book a table of four or more with code BIRTHDAY BRUNCH and the guest of honour will enjoy brunch with bottomless prosecco on the house.

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Jukebox Brunch With a Bowie Twist

Skylon brings together bottomless brunch and live music for the ultimate Saturday on the Southbank. Every Saturday afternoon, enjoy the live sounds of Barberpop, a roaming four-piece acoustic band performing from 1:00pm–3:30pm. In celebration of Bowie and Southbank Centre’s 75th, their set includes a selection of his most iconic hits.

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Bottomless brunch

Weekends at Skylon are all about brunch with a view and maybe a glass or two of sparkling.

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Sunday roasts

Spend a relaxing Sunday enjoying a traditional roast with all the trimmings, served with beautiful riverside views from 12pm.

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Group Dining & Events

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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Evolv rewards

The loyalty programme for The Evolv Collection’s UK restaurants.

Members dining at any of The Evolv Collection’s UK restaurants will earn Evolv Rewards points worth 10% of their dining spend.

Find Us

A small round table set for two with tea, pastries, sandwiches, and two glasses of sparkling wine, surrounded by red chairs and overlooking a river with leafless trees and city buildings in the background.

Address

Skylon, Royal Festival Hall, London, SE1 8XX

Get in touch

Nearest Station

Waterloo (Northern, Jubilee & Bakerloo lines), Embankment (Circle &District, Northern & Bakerloo)

Opening Hours

Monday 12 pm – 11 pm
Tuesday 12 pm – 11 pm
Wednesday 12 pm – 11 pm
Thursday 12 pm – 11pm
Friday 12 pm – 11 pm
Saturday 11:30 am – 12 am
Sunday 12 pm – 8 pm