Florentine is an all-day dining restaurant and bar minutes from London South Bank’s trendy Lower Marsh and Waterloo, opposite Lambeth North tube station.

Florentine serves a Brasserie-style menu and a bar featuring the best of British bubbles and craft beers as well as a range of signature cocktails, with DJ sessions throughout the evenings and weekends for a refreshing, relaxed vibe. 

Florentine’s menu is simple and eclectic, with a range of freshly-made dishes including flatbreads baked in our feature oven, a tantalising Ostrich egg dish to share and all-day classics from Eggs Florentine to our mouthwatering Tomahawk steak. We serve British bubbles by the bottle, such as Chapel Down and Camel Valley, craft beers by Brewdog and Portobello Brewing Co. and cocktails using our own homemade syrups and infusions.

Take a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Thames as it winds through the capital. Soak up the South Bank atmosphere, London's home of art, culture and unique architecture. Cross the bridges for circular walks with spectacular views.

The Riverside Walkway attracts visitors from all over the world and is also a valuable resource enjoyed by all who live or work in the area. It is also used as a venue for unusual and unique events - keep your eyes peeled for exciting pop-ups.

The Green Room is a contemporary restaurant, bar and garden developed by local social enterprise Coin Street Community Builders in collaboration with the National Theatre.

Serving delicious, ethically-sourced British diner food and roast dinners on Sundays, it’s a unique temporary architectural experiment which offers an airy, contemporary space featuring props and scenery recycled from National Theatre shows.

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If you're headed to Gillray's, bring an empty stomach and high expectations. Situated in full view of Parliament, the seat of British democratic administration, Gillray's fine food is as remarkable as its surroundings.

Everything about Gillray's is a seeming nod to British culture and heritage. Their meat is sourced from British farms. Their bar boasts not only fantastic staff but over 100 types of gin. Their service is of the highest quality in the British sense - subtle, yet polished. Even their decor is reflective of the old-world grandeur of the Houses of Parliament. During afternoon tea, a tray is neatly delivered to your table and drinks are filled (or refilled) in a smooth, near unnoticeable ballet of table service.

Their bar is open till midnight and serves a mixture of classic and contemporary cocktails, a wide selection of beers, wines, and spirits.

Kitchen is the National Theatre's all-day café - it's the perfect pit stop for lunch with friends, tea and cake or a pre-show light bite.

The contemporary cafe serves up a range of freshly cooked meals - with a menu that changes daily, but affordable examples include tuna provencale linguine and steak and ale pie.

Alternatively choose a baked treat from the giant cake table which you can't miss in the centre of the cafe. With it's location directly opposite the river, enjoy the large outdoor eating areas in warmer months.

Pret creates handmade natural food avoiding the obscure chemical, additives and preservatives common to so much of the 'prepared' and 'fast' food on the market. Pret operates a bit like a restaurant. They build kitchens in (or very near) every shop. They also offer their unsold food to charity at the end of each day rather than keeping it to sell the next day.

Enviably located just off the Southbank Centre, directly opposite the Royal Festival Hall main entrance, Pizza Express is close to major attractions like the London Eye and the Aquarium. It's extremely spacious but with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere – making the place ideal for every sort of occasion.

The menu featuring delicious dim sum dishes is extensive and highly trained dim sum chefs and cocktail experts ensure continual taste innovation and faultless preparation.

The restaurant at Southbank Centre has two floors, featuring the floating Lotus Lounge, a buzzing cocktail bar and an outside terrace.

You can now enjoy Ping Pong’s brand new rose bottomless brunch every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm latest seating. This includes 90 minutes of free-flowing beer, wine and bubbles served with a yummy dim sum menu. Sit in the Cheery Blossom Terrace or the upstairs trendy lounge, it’s the perfect spot to spend your Saturday, while enjoying some house and funk music vibes.

Devour a truly authentic Italian supper in the stylish surrounding of L'Italiano, which can be found in Park Plaza County Hall.

Minutes from Westminster Bridge and South Bank, this sophisticated, family-friendly restaurant is ideal for hotel guests, after-work catch-ups and those who adore fine mediterranean cuisine.

Enjoy crisp pizzas baked to perfection in a clay oven, a delicious selection of anti-pasti or mouthwatering meat cuts from the grill.

 L'Italiano has its own children's menu which offers three courses for £12.95. Children are also invited to special pizza-making classes most Saturdays at 3 pm.

Le Pain Quotidien is located on Royal Festival Terrace (opposite the famous Nelson Mandela statue. The beautiful restaurant has it's lower floor built into the railway arches with plenty of exposed brick

After a day wondering around South Bank refuel with delicious, freshly prepared French plates - the restaurant prides itself on pure and simple ingredients and it won't be tricky searching for a healthy or diet specific option on the extensive menu. That's not to say you can't indulge - plate sized cookies are available as is the finest charcuterie.

This is the ideal venue for a long-lunch, pre-show supper or freshly baked breakfast.