Best Restaurants Near Embankment

Overlooking the water, a true stone's throw away from Charing Cross station and a bit of a hidden gem of pubs and weaving restaurants, Embankment is always a hubbub with the hungry and the thirsty. Here to lend you a hand on everything from affordable dining to delicious views, check out our recommedations for the best Embankment restaurants.

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Last updated on 5th November 2025




Cafe Ciel

With its art deco interiors and signature drinks list, Café Ciel combines the best of high class cocktail bars and bistro-style dining. Its all day menu is just as fantastically fusion.

We're talking sweet pancakes and toasties alongside shakshuka, fig salads and croque monsieur. Over on the drinks list, signature serves, from the Madeline Gimlet to the Ciel Paloma only add to its air of elegant exclusivity.

Royal Horseguards Hotel

Whether you're planning a grand celebration or a quiet intimate gathering, the Royal Horseguards Hotel offers the perfect backdrop.

With its rich history linked to Sir Winston Churchill and Her Majesty's Secret Service, the One Twenty One Two Restaurant serves up comforting British classics. From the lamb shoulder to a decadent afternoon tea, there's something for everyone, while the Equus Bar offers the ideal place for a cocktail or light bite.

The Bar At Temple

Looking for a unique place to eat? Then head to The Bar At Temple, which is housed inside a spacious boat. This floating restaurant promises a laid-back atmosphere and casual interiors, complete with simple wooden furnishings and circular windows.

They offer three small plates for £22.50, including crispy cauliflower bites, halloumi fries and patatas bravas, as well as hearty burgers and sharing boards. Plus, you can wash this down with draught beer and wine.