Harden's survey result
Summary
“You book for the view, which is obviously incredible” at this 32nd-floor venue, run by Rainer Becker (of Zuma and many other top London restaurants). Like most places with a stunning outlook and “special occasion” suitability, it often takes flak for its sky-high pricing to match. This was absent in (admittedly thin) feedback this year, though, and the luxurious outputs from its open kitchen (with Josper oven, charcoal grill and rotisserie) were well-rated. (For cocktails or afternoon tea, head to Oblix East).
Summary
This all-day operation on the 32nd floor of the Shard celebrates its tenth anniversary this year, and still wows with its “amazing views” over London. The ‘urban casual’ menu from Rainer Becker (of Zuma and Roka) fits the (very expensive) bill without generating much excitement. It is divided in two, with Oblix East offering “excellent afternoon tea” and cocktails.
Summary
“It should be excellent”, but there were too many ropey reviews this year of this spectacularly located 32nd floor eatery, owned by Rainer Becker (of Zuma and Roka fame). Gripes are not that its luxurious grills, steaks, raw dishes and seafood are poor – it’s that they are “much too expensive” and that “service makes you feel like a number” rather than an individual.
Summary
“The view is spectacular” from the 32nd floor of the Shard, so “why not put the £35 it would cost to go to the viewing deck towards a meal here”, in the brasserie from Rainer Becker of Zuma and Roka. “The meal is ridiculously overpriced”, of course, but “the atmosphere feels special” and – though the food is not without its detractors – a relatively high proportion of diners here feel “it matches the panorama”. You can choose between the West section for a restaurant-style meal or the East bar with food.
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Level 32, The Shard, 31 St. Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £45.00 | £55.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £15.00 | £35.00 | £8.00 | £15.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £40.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £6.00 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £6.00 |
| Service | 15.00% |
Level 32, The Shard, 31 St. Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 6 pm‑10 pm |
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