Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Waterloo

539 restaurants available nearby

1. The Archduke

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Waterloo

Booked 48 times today

Set on the bustling South Bank, moments from the world-famous London Eye and Royal Festival Hall,The Archduke restaurant, cocktail and wine bar is a local institution. A mainstay since 1979, TheArchduke was the first restaurant to open in this area, occupying the Victorian railway archessurrounding Waterloo Station with live jazz performed every night and Sunday afternoon. Owned and operated by Black and Blue Steakhouse, customers indulge in heavenly cocktails,delicious wines and modern cuisine including mouth-watering steaks, grilled fish, andclassic rotisserie chicken. For your private events please contact us for details, we’d love to help you celebrate your specialoccasion.

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2. The Black Penny Southbank

4.3

Awesome(22)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Lambeth

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to The Black Penny Southbank! We offer our customers freshly prepared brunch, salads, speciality coffee, classic and unique cocktails. Gourmet brunch is at the heart of what The Black Penny is famous for. Signature dishes include 'The Hunter' & 'The Gatherer', which is our take on the full English breakfast. Other signature dishes include 'Wild Mushroom Polenta Hash', 'Salt Beef' and 'Crispy Duck' hashes (try pairing with some of our fine wines and Penny cocktails). If you fancy something sweet try 'The Brioche French Toast'. With it's antique style of interiors, vibrant music and attentive staff in South Banks new development next to the London Eye, We're sure you'll find a penny on your list of exciting places to visit.The Black Penny values sustainability, therefore we work closely with London's best companies to ensure we meetthese values.

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3. Black & Blue - Waterloo

4.4

Awesome(1174)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Waterloo

Booked 23 times today

Steps away from the grand entrance of Waterloo Station, Black and Blue offers a modern BritishAmerican steakhouse experience that is second to none. Savour a wide range of delicious startersand main courses, heavenly cocktails and sumptuous wine in the unique setting of a Victorianbrick railway arch. The perfect location to meet with friends, colleagues, or family for lunch, afterwork drinks or dinner.Or simply sit with a drink and watch the bustle of Europe’s busiest station. We promise you willcome back for more! For private events please contact our Borough or Archduke restaurants for details.

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4. Giraffe - South Bank

3.4

Very Good(1711)

Price: Moderate

• International • Southbank

Booked 17 times today

Our biggest restaurant with stunning views over the river Thames, you can find us at the front of the Royal Festival Hall, only moments away from the London eye and all the Southbank galleries & theatres. Often a queue but it moves quickly.From bottomless brunch, spot of lunch, breakfast or just drinks and nibbles we will be serving you up flavoursome international dishes throughout the day. With various deals throughout the week you won't want to miss out! Child-friendly restaurant with a variety of breakie, mains and puddings to choose from. Dine in or takeaway, or delivery!

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5. Slug & Lettuce - County Hall

3.4

Very Good(20)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Waterloo

Perched right by the London Eye, Slug and Lettuce County Hall is a stylish and inviting bar with a touch of decadence. Our outdoor terrace is the perfect spot to relax with one of our famous cocktails and enjoy the vibrant views of London passing by. For a quieter dining experience, our recently added downstairs area offers a cozy escape from the energy of the main bar.With something for everyone, you’ll love the upbeat atmosphere and great deals on food and drinks throughout the week. Explore our spirit emporium, filled with gins, rums, tequilas, and an extensive wine list. We also offer cocktail trees featuring crowd favourites like the Pornstar Martini.The menu is crafted for sharing, with tapas and tasty bites, alongside lunchtime classics like subs, wraps, and lighter dishes. Whether you’re joining us for a quick coffee, a leisurely lunch, or an evening cocktail, Slug and Lettuce County Hall promises an experience you’ll want to return for again and again.

6. Primo Bar

4.0

Excellent(131)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Waterloo

Masterful cocktails, chic design and the hottest local entertainers on the bar’s own stage make Primo Bar one of London’s newest places to see and be seen. Guests can enjoy a host of cocktails hand-crafted by a talented team of mixologists using the freshest ingredients. For stunning views to Big Ben, guests may reserve seating in the bar’s exclusive VIP area. Open nightly until late. Be sure to have your seat by 8.30pm for the live music act is due to hit the stage. The DJ gets the place jumping at 11pm with the latest tunes. This contemporary London bar on the South Bank is ideally located near the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, National Theatre and Royal Festival Hall.

7. Gallery

4.7

Exceptional(7987)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covent Garden

Booked 28 times today

Introducing Gallery (formerly known as Thames Foyer), a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel for drinking and dining, where guests can enjoy a perfect blend of our theatrical flair and relaxed charm.The beautiful new space will seamlessly integrate contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, will entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist.The Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea will return, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner.Our delectable lunch offering will be available between 12:30 and 17:30 on a walk in basis.*Please note that any reservations made are subject to the timely completion of the renovation and we may need to contact you to offer alternative dates should we experience a delay with the work.Dress code: smart casual.

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8. The Market Coffee House

4.6

Exceptional(374)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Liverpool Street

Booked 12 times today

Nestled into the corner of Spitalfields, we have recently re-branded as a small plates bar, cafe & restaurant, serving up wonderful seasonal plates made with the freshest ingredients, cakes & pastries. All alongside an extensive range of British & Belgian beer, self-imported French wine, Andronica's marvellous coffee & tasty cocktails. Our bar is the product of over 20 years’ work by couple Kay and Peter Sinden, who have now passed on the daily running of the place to their own children. A daily set lunch allows for the perfect environment for a quick lunch meeting & to impress your clients. Rooms are also available for private hire. Please enquire for details. Expect a lovely cosy interior, carefully hand-crafted by Peter himself, and a warm, welcoming team. We so look forward to seeing you!

9. The NoMad London

4.3

Awesome(1709)

Price: Expensive

• British • Covent Garden

Booked 57 times today

The Restaurant at NoMad London is set inside a soaring three-storey atrium evocative of a lush Edwardian greenhouse. Our menu is eclectic with a focus on local and regional bounty from farm, field and coast, offering dishes to comfort the spirit and moments of decadence and whimsy for nights to remember. An extensive wine list curated by Wine Director Alessia Ferrarello and a drinks programme created by Bar Director Liana Oster and the celebrated NoMad Bar team complement the menu and are a destination unto themselves.Please note that we are a cashless restaurant.

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10. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

4.6

Exceptional(7831)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Covent Garden

Booked 73 times today

Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is without doubt one of London's most legendary restaurants with a plethora of menus to choose from, reviving recipes from the original Chef's days in the kitchen back in 1889.

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539 restaurants available nearby

1. The Archduke

2. The Black Penny Southbank

3. Black & Blue - Waterloo

4. Giraffe - South Bank

5. Slug & Lettuce - County Hall

6. Primo Bar

7. Gallery

8. The Market Coffee House

9. The NoMad London

10. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

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