...Places Near Hayward Gallery
“Love (followed by lunch and a walk along the Thames) is what you want.”
If you're feeling the love after Tracey Emin's exhibition, the sofas at the charmingly rustic Anchor & Hope are ideal for snuggling. And with spectacular views across the River Thames, both Skylon and OXO Tower Bar offer a chic setting for a post-gallery cocktail. When hunger beckons, OXO Tower Restaurant serves some of the best food on the South Bank, Roast will provide hearty sustenance or try Baltic for an Eastern European take on tapas.
Make your way across the Waterloo Bridge to Gordon's Wine Bar, pop into the glamourous Savoy or indulge in afternoon tea at Les Deux Salons. Take a seat in the sunshine on the terrace at Somerset House for a bite to eat at Tom's Kitchen followed by an evening of live music at one of the Summer Series performances including the likes of Blondie and Ellie Goulding. Contact LBHQ for ticket enquiries.
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Skylon
"Skylon is unrivaled in the area; the large area offers sophisticated dining, cocktails and river views."
Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX
Anchor & Hope
"You can't make reservations so get there early; this is a very popular gastropub, for very good reason."
36 The Cut, London SE1 8LP
OXO Tower Bar
"The OXO Tower Bar offers the perfect recipe for a special evening: martinis, river views and chic surroundings."
OXO Tower Wharf, Barge House Street, London SE1 9PH
- Deals offered
OXO Tower Restaurant & Brasserie
"With spectacular views, The Oxo Tower is a fantastic spot, serving some of the best food on the South Bank."
Barge House Street, South Bank, London SE1 9PH
- Online booking
Roast
"Located over Borough Market, Roast serves honest, gutsy, hearty and delicious food using only the finest seasonal produce."
The Floral Hall, Borough Market, Stoney Street, London SE1 1TL
- Deals offered
- Online booking
Baltic
"As is the Eastern European custom, it is strongly advised to follow every course with at least one shot of vodka. I know - it's such..."
74 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8HA
Gordon's Wine Bar
"The intimate, charming, rustic and candle-lit Gordon's is a hot for dates with city-types. "
47 Villiers Street, London WC2N 6NE
Somerset House
"For location and impressive impact, it doesn't get any better than Somerset House."
Strand, London WC2R 1LA
Tom's Kitchen at Somerset House
"Tom's Kitchen at Somerset House mirrors the Chelsea outpost but brings to the table an air of exclusivity thanks to the impressive..."
Somerset House, The Strand, London WC2R 1LA