OXO Tower: the Thames and St Paul's from the 8th floor
Three venues at the top of the OXO Tower
On the top floor of the OXO Tower, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge, three spaces share the view: a fine-dining restaurant, a cocktail bar and a more relaxed brasserie. All three enjoy large picture windows and an open-air terrace some sixty metres long that runs along the river side of the façade.
The view follows the Thames from west to east: Waterloo Bridge and the buildings of the north bank on one side, Blackfriars Bridge, the dome of St Paul's and the towers of the City on the other. When night falls, the illuminated bridges are reflected in the water.
British food, afternoon tea and cocktails
The restaurant showcases seasonal British produce, with an à la carte menu, tasting menus (including a vegetarian version) and afternoon tea served every afternoon. The brasserie offers an all-day menu, a children's menu and a Sunday roast. At the bar, signature cocktails cost £15 to £17 and come with oysters, croquetas or British charcuterie.
Practical information
The bar opens daily at noon and closes at 9.30pm (10pm on Saturdays). The restaurant serves lunch Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 2.30pm (until 5pm on Sundays), afternoon tea from 2pm to 4.30pm and dinner Monday to Saturday; the brasserie serves all day, from 11.30am on Sundays. Booking is recommended, online or by phone. Address: OXO Tower Wharf, Barge House Street; Southwark Underground station (Jubilee line) or Blackfriars (District and Circle lines), about ten minutes' walk along the river.
