RestaurantsLondonSouthwarkSE1

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Summary

£74
  £££
3
Good
3
Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A wonderful location overlooking St Paul’s and the river” – complete with “fantastic view of the Thames” – creates a “gorgeous”, if unavoidably touristy, setting for this South Bank pub, which is incorporated into Shakespeare’s Globe theatre. Locals support it too though: in particular it’s “a lovely spot for afternoon tea” and “even if the teas are Shakespeare-themed, they aren’t over-tacky”. The contemporary British food is also well-rated at other times.

Summary

£70
  £££
2
Average
2
Average
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

The “unforgettable setting” of this pub and restaurant adjoining Shakespeare’s Globe theatre, “with a lovely view over the river” to St Paul’s, provides much of the draw, although its food and service are (just about) up to scratch too. The wide range of menus makes it a “flexible option”, providing afternoon teas, brunches, drinks and meals before and after performances.

Summary

£70
  £££
2
Average
2
Average
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

The “amazing setting” – part of Shakespeare’s Globe with “spectacular views” over the Thames – is the USP of this venue. There’s an “excellent range of cakes, sandwiches and teas” (including the oddly named ‘Mr Falstaff’s’ savoury afternoon tea… forgetting Sir John’s knighthood). But more generally, while the food’s fine, “it’s not a serious challenger for the title of restaurant rather than gastropub”.

Summary

£75
 ££££
3
Good
3
Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Fab food, awesome views and ambience” make this modern recreation of an Elizabethan tavern – part of the Shakespeare’s Globe theatre complex on the South Bank – a “real delight”, far superior to most tourist-site pit stops. The restaurant features contemporary British cooking, while the bar serves “great high-end pub fare, beautifully presented and in a stunning room overlooking the river”. It’s perfect for pre-theatre dining, naturally, but also works for full meals – thinning out when the audience is called in for the show.

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21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT

Restaurant details

Highchair,Menu,Portions
Yes
16, 120, 450, 35
No dress code
70
Yes

The Swan at the Globe Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of The Swan at the Globe Restaurant in SE1, London by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of The Swan at the Globe restaurant.
Simon E
Food no better than standard banquet cateri...
Reviewed 2 months, 1 day ago

"Food no better than standard banquet catering. Service ok but waiter over keen on topping up wine glasses. View terrific. No other reason to go"

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Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£12.50 £27.00 £8.50
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £28.00
Filter Coffee £3.80
Extras  
Service 12.50%
21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT
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Opening hours
Monday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Tuesday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Wednesday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Thursday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Friday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Saturday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm
Sunday12 pm‑5 pm

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