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Seasonal British produce is at the heart of Swan Restaurant’s menu, with local ingredients and stunning views of the Thames and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Swan is currently open for outdoor dining and drinks on the terrace and on Bankside with views overlooking the River Thames.

Indoor dining resumes from Monday 17 May 2021.

A tall brick building with outdoor restaurant seating — Swan is located on Bankside, London, right next to Shakespeare’s Globe. Outdoor dining is currently available on Bankside (pictured) and on the terrace. Photographer: Pete Le May

MAIN OPENING HOURS

Monday – Saturday
10.30am–12.00am

Sunday
10.30am–8.00pm

TERRACE MENU AVAILABLE

Monday – Saturday
12.00pm–12.00am
(last orders 10.00pm)

Sunday
12.00pm–8.00pm
(last orders 7.30pm)

AFTERNOON TEA AVAILABLE

Monday – Saturday
12.00pm–6.00pm

Sunday
12.00pm–5.00pm

WEEKEND BRUNCH AVAILABLE

Saturday – Sunday
10.30am–3.00pm

A barman in a red shirt pours a cocktail

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Photo of The Snug seating area at Swan Bar

Photo of the view of St Paul's from the Swan Restaurant

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Photo of the Sunday Roast at the Swan Restaurant

Photo of Pot roast halibut port glazed, salsify saute of wild mushrooms and red wine shallot vinaigrette served on a white plate.

Join Swan for drinks and dining – the Terrace Menu, Weekend Brunch Menu and Afternoon Tea Menu are all currently available in outdoor seating areas.

From Monday 17 May 2021, when indoor dining resumes, other restaurant menus will be available. Please note that all menus are samples only and are subject to change as chefs make seasonal changes.

CURRENT MENUS

FROM 17 MAY

There is nothing quite like the intimacy and sense of occasion created by a private dining experience at Swan.

Excellent food comes together with outstanding service in their stylish spaces, each benefiting from stunning riverside views of St. Paul’s Cathedral.

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Photo of Afternoon tea at Swan Restaurant

Photo of a cocktail alongside scones and tea as part of the Afternoon Tea

Available all week round, Swan’s Afternoon Tea is inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Adding a theatrical twist to traditional afternoon tea, our A Midsummer Night’s Dream themed afternoon tea is inspired by the journeys of the play’s characters. Available on our terrace.

Swan has been exclusively hosting events at Shakespeare’s Globe for over a decade, and the dedicated team has a wealth of experience in delivering stylish celebrations and functions.

Their range of spaces can accommodate up to 450 guests for meetings, dinners, receptions, award ceremonies, charity fundraisers or immersive experiences.

By choosing to host your event at Swan, Shakespeare’s Globe, you are helping to support the educational work for The Shakespeare Globe Trust.

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