10 Must-Try Restaurants in London with Amazing Views

Let's be real—there's only so many times you can go to Sky Garden. It's cool and great for seeing London views, but don't you want to try something new?

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That's why you're here, isn't it?

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Trying something new is simple with Ambl. You can make last-minute reservations and advanced bookings in a couple of clicks, and find the best rooftop restaurants and bars (and more!) near you.

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Whether you're in South London or North, chilling in Hyde Park or admiring St Paul's, looking for fine dining or modern British cuisine—you can find it all on Ambl.

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💡 Ready to make last-minute bookings across restaurants, bars, and pubs in London?

1. TATTU London

You know what they say: go big or go home. That’s certainly how it feels at TATTU. Contemporary Chinese cuisine paired with stunning views of Central London makes TATTU a must on this list of best restaurants with a view. 

Opening hours 

Monday to Sunday: 12:00 - 1:00

💡Available for last minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Sunday: 12:00 - 22:15

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Baby changing
• Child friendly
• Chinese-spoken 
• Disabled access
• Wheelchair accessible toilet
• Outdoor terrace
• Rooftop terrace
• Scenic views
• Wedding catering
• WiFi

Menu 

Here’s the à la carte menu, as well as the cocktail menu for when you fancy some after-dinner drinks looking out on London. 

Address 

📍The Now Building Rooftop, Denmark Street, WC2H 0LA

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2. London Bridge Rooftop

When you think of a rooftop bar in London, this is likely what you envision—good vibes, good drinks, and great views just south of the River Thames. You’ve got the added benefit of it being partially covered, meaning you can easily escape the inevitable London drizzle without having to cut your meal short.

Opening hours 

Monday to Tuesday: 16:00 - 23:00

Wednesday: 12:00 - 23:00

Thursday to Friday: 12:00 - 00:00

Saturday: 12:00 - 00:00

Sunday: 12:00 - 22:00

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💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Tuesday: 16:00 - 21:45
Wednesday: 12:00 - 16:45 / 21:00 - 21:45
Thursday to Friday: 12:00 - 17:00 / 21:00 22:45
Saturday: 14:00 - 22:45
Sunday: 12:00 - 20:45

Facilities

• Bar
• Dog friendly
• Outdoor terrace
• Private rooms 
• Rooftop terrace
• Scenic view
• WiFi

Menu 

Food, cocktails, draft beers, wine, mixers—you name it, it’s on the London Bridge Rooftop menu.

Address

📍Colechurch House, Rooftop, Bridge Walk, SE1 2SX

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3. Mercer Roof Terrace

Let’s now head just north of the Thames to discover Mercer Roof Terrace. Another great rooftop, this time attached to the Vintry & Mercer Hotel, it’s the perfect spot to catch up with friends, wow a date, or schmooze your next big client over a delicious meal.

Opening hours 

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 - 23:00 

Sunday: 12:00 - 22:30

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Tuesday: 12:00 - 21:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Child friendly
• Disabled access
• Dog friendly
• Gender neutral toilets
• Outdoor terrace
• Rooftop terrace
• WiFi

Menu 

If you’ve been wanting to try something new on the cocktail front, the cocktail menu has some unique options. They’ve also got plenty of wines, and, of course, a food menu.

Address

📍20 Garlick Hill, London, EC4V 2AU

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4. Madison Restaurant

Fancy a boogie on a London rooftop? This one’s for you. Madison puts on rooftop DJ sessions every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 20:00, so you can bev it up and boogie on down to your heart’s content. They’ve also got a wide range of American classics to choose from when it comes to dinner, with exciting dishes taking influence from the diverse communities of New York.

Opening hours 

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 - 01:00

Sundays: 12:00 - 22:00

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💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Saturday: 12:00 - 21:45
Sundays: 12:00 - 20:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Disabled access
• Scenic view
• WiFi

Menu 

Enjoy the views with a delicious drink or nip inside to the restaurant for a bite to eat.

Address

📍Madison Restaurant, Rooftop Terrace,One New Change, St Paul’s, EC4M 9AF

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5. AMANO Rooftop Bar

This rooftop bar offers some of the best views of the London skyline around—from both inside and outside. Located in the centre of Covent Garden, this beautiful 7th-floor rooftop terrace and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a bite to eat, get a tan, and enjoy some tunes (courtesy of the in-house DJ).

Opening hours 

Monday: 16:00 - 23:00 

Tuesday to Thursday: 16:00 - 00:00 

Friday to Saturday: 13:00 - 00:00 

Sunday: 13:00 - 23:00

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday: 16:00 - 22:45 
Tuesday to Thursday: 16:00 - 23:45 
Friday to Saturday: 13:00 - 23:45
Sunday: 13:00 - 22:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Event catering
• Disabled access
• Gender neutral toilet
• Outdoor terrace
• Rooftop terrace
• Scenic view
• WiFi

Menu 

Drinks? Check. Tapas? Check. Rooftop vibes to the max.

Address

​​📍Drury House, 34-43 Russell Street, London, WC2B 5HA

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6. Sabine Rooftop Bar

Sabine Rooftop Bar isn’t the highest rooftop on our list—not by a long stretch—but it still offers some stunning views. Not only does it look over the London landscape, but it also offers unparalleled views of St Paul’s Cathedral (which is right next door). Combine that with the yummy dishes on offer, and you’re onto a winner.

Opening hours 

Monday to Tuesday: 15:00 - 23:00

Wednesday: 15:00 - 00:00

Thursday: 15:00 - 2:00

Friday to Saturday: 12:00 - 2:00

Sunday: 12:00 - 00:00

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Tuesday to Wednesday: 16:00 - 22:45
Thursday: 16:00 - 00:45
Friday: 16:00 - 00:45
Saturday: 12:00 - 23:45
Sunday: 15:00 - 22:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Disabled access
• Gender neutral toilet
• Outdoor terrace
• Private rooms
• Rooftop terrace
• Spanish spoken
• WiFi
• Winter garden

Menu 

Cocktails, lite bites, and great views is how Sabine puts it—pretty on the nose, really.

Address 

📍10 Godliman St, London, EC4V 5AJ

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7. 14 Hills

Nestled up on the 14th (and sometimes 15th!) floor of 120 Fenchurch Street, 14 Hills Restaurant and Bar provides incredible views of both Tower Bridge and the Gherkin. You can just pop in for a drink, or you can enjoy the restaurant (and its awesome views), too.

Opening hours 

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 -00:00

Sunday: 12:00 - 22:00

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday: 12:00 -21:45
Tuesday to Saturday: 12:00 - 22:45
Sunday: 12:00 - 20:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Baqr
• Wheelchair accessible
• WiFi

Menu 

Sip some cocktails and enjoy a bite to eat as you soak in the views.

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Address 

📍14th floor, 120 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 5BA

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8. PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace

These aren’t necessarily the most iconic views in London, but they’re certainly some of the clearest. Glass panels separate you from the city, and allow you to properly enjoy the views and ambiance. You can take in the scenery from both inside and out, along with some yummy bar food and drinks.

Opening hours 

Monday to Wednesday: 17:00 - 00:00

Thursday to Saturday: 15:00 - 00:00

Sunday: 17:00 - 00:00

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Wednesday: 17:00 - 23:45
Thursday to Saturday: 15:00 - 23:45
Sunday: 17:00 - 23:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Disabled access
• Gender neutral toilet
• Outdoor terrace
• Rooftop terrace
• Scenic view
• WiFi

Menu 

Try some not-so-classic cocktails and yummy bar bites during your visit to PocketSquare.

Address

📍9th Floor, Hyatt Place London City East, 45 Whitechapel Road, E1 1DU

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9. Wagtail Rooftop Bar and Restaurant

Mates? Perfect. Dates? Perfect. Afterworks? Perfect. Wagtail Rooftop Bar is the ideal place to wind down and relax over some drinks and dinner no matter the occasion. The atmosphere is relaxed and warm, and the views are amazing. 

Opening hours 

Monday to Tuesday: 11:00 - 00:00

Wednesday to Saturday: 11:00 - 1:30*

Sunday 11:00 - 23:00

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📍All terraces close at 00:00

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💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Monday to Friday: 11:00 - 14:30 / 17:00 - 21:45
Saturday to Sunday: 11:00 - 15:00 / 18:00 - 21:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Bar
• Disabled access
• Outdoor terrace
• Private rooms
• Rooftop terrace
• Wifi

Menu 

Hot drinks, cold drinks, soft drinks, and more—all on the drinks menu. They’ve also got a terrace menu, which includes bar snacks and cigars.

Address

📍68 King William Street, London EC4N 7HR

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10. BOKAN 37

Last, but by no means least, we’ve got BOKAN 37. Located on the 37th floor (get it?) of the Novotel Hotel in Canary Wharf, this restaurant and bar offers some of the best views in London—both on the outside terrace and from the floor to ceiling windows inside the restaurant.

Opening hours 

Monday to Wednesday: 16:00 to 23:00 (Last orders 22:00)

Thursday: 16:00 - 00:00 (Last orders 23:00)

Friday: 13:00 to 1:00 (Last orders 00:00)

Saturday: 12:00 to 1:00 (Last orders 00:00)

Sunday: 12:00 to 23:00 (Last orders 22:00)

💡Available for last-minute bookings on Ambl
Tuesday to Saturday: 18:00 - 22:45

Facilities

• Air con
• Baby changing
• Bar
• Disabled access
• French-spoken
• Outdoor terrace
• Rooftop terrace
• Scenic view
• Event catering
• WiFi

Menu 

Check out the drinks and bar snacks on offer at Bokan 37.

Address

📍Floor 37, Novotel London, 40 Marsh Wall, London E14 9TP, United Kingdom

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London’s got some spectacular views—it’d be outright rude not to enjoy them. Any of these nine best rooftop bars are sure to provide the scenery, ambiance, and vibes you’re after—whether you’re after a fancy rooftop afternoon tea or something more relaxed.

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