Date spot in South Bank and Borough
Le Pont de la Tour
Book a table by the river at the classic French restaurant in Butler's Wharf, looking straight out at Tower Bridge.
Shad Thames, Bermondsey
Address: Le Pont de la Tour, 36D Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE- Restaurant
- A treat
- Romantic
- Big night
Why it's a good date: Hard to beat for a romantic view, with a terrace on summer evenings. Walk along the cobbles of Shad Thames afterwards and over the bridge.
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Oxo Tower Restaurant
Oxo Tower Wharf, South Bank
Address: Oxo Tower Restaurant, Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House Street, London SE1 9PH- Restaurant
- A treat
- Romantic
- Big night
Take the lift to the top of the Oxo Tower for modern British cooking and a long view up and down the Thames.
Why it's a good date: A South Bank classic for celebrations, with a terrace looking over the river towards St Paul's. Ask for a window table when you book.
Skylon
Royal Festival Hall, South Bank
Address: Skylon, Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Romantic
- Big night
Dine in the big glass-walled room on the upper floor of the Royal Festival Hall, looking out over the river.
Why it's a good date: A sense of space and occasion, and handy before or after a concert in the hall below. The bar is lovely for a drink with the view.
Hawksmoor Borough
Winchester Walk, Borough
Address: Hawksmoor Borough, 16 Winchester Walk, London SE1 9AQ- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Foodie
- Big night
Share a big charcoal-grilled steak at Hawksmoor's handsome restaurant tucked behind Borough Market.
Why it's a good date: A handsome, polished room that suits a celebration, with excellent cocktails. Have a look round the market first if you go at lunchtime.