30 St Mary Axe30 St Mary Axe's restaurant offers stunning 360 degree views across London, and 5 star food and service.
Butlers Wharf Chop House(British)Butlers Wharf on Shad Thames can offer up breathtaking views of Tower Bridge and its surrounding landmarks.
Cantina del Ponte(Italian)This scintillating Italian restaurant further along Butlers Wharf provides similar views (obviously).
China Boulevard on the River(Chinese)This celebrated venue serving classic Chinese cuisine has splendid views of the River Thames. Ideal for a romantic evening in the city.
No. 1, The Boulevard,
Smugglers Way,
Wandsworth,
London,
SW18 1DE
read our reviewSensational views of central London from Coq d'Argent's glorious roof terrace, all year round.
The Depot(Modern European)The jewel in Barnes' crown, The Depot is a sensational venue with beautiful views of the River from Mortlake. Be warned; it gets busy.
Tideway Yard,
125 Mortlake High Street,
Barnes,
London,
SW14 8SN
read our reviewDim T is a stunning, contemporary venue with glorious views of London & Tower Bridge.
2 More London Place,
Tooley Street,
London Bridge,
London,
SE1 2JP
Foliage(Modern European)Located in Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, the award-winning Foliage's glass walls provide all-encompassing views of the famous park for diners.
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park,
66 Knightsbridge,
London,
SW1X 7LA
read our reviewOn the 28th floor of the London Hilton Hotel is the sensational Galvin at Windows which offers stupendous panoramic views of the capital.
Inn the Park(British)Offering gorgeous views of St James's Park, Inn the Park specialises in simple British cuisine prepared thoughtfully.
St Jamess Park,
London,
SW1A 2BJ
Northbank Restaurant(British)Across the River from the Tate Modern, the Northbank offers splendid views of the Millenium Bridge from the outdoor terrace.
Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie(British)The Oxo Tower Restaurant is quite the draw for those wishing to find a glamourous backdrop to proceedings, similar to the view one gets from the Millenium Wheel - only a tad lower.
8th Floor, Oxo Tower Wharf,
Bargehouse Street,
South Bank,
London,
SE1 9PH
read our reviewPlateau is a stunning and chic modern French venue which looks out across the staggering Docklands metropolis.
4th Floor Canada Place,
Canada Square,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 5ER
The Portrait Restaurant(British)The Portrait Gallery's rooftop restaurant looks out over Trafalgar Square towards the Palace of Westminster and the London Eye. A fulfilling view during the summer (so let's hope we have one this year).
National Portrait Gallery,
2 St Martins Place,
London,
WC2H 0HE
read our review24 levels up Tower 42, you'll find Rhodes Twenty Four which, apart from award winning British cuisine, offers rewarding views of our beloved city.
Level 24, Tower 42,
25 Old Broad Street,
Broadgate,
London,
EC2N 1HQ
read our reviewThis Modern European restaurant offers more scintillating panoramic views of the capital from its location at the Southbank Centre.
Ubon(American, South American)Ubon - craftily rearranged from the established 'Nobu' name - can be found near Canary Wharf providing stunning views of the River as it winds away into the distance.
34 Westferry Circus,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 8RR