Sea Containers

Modern British restaurant · Bankside

Sea Containers

Modern British restaurant · Bankside

20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD, United Kingdom

Highlights

Nestled by the river, this chic spot serves up elegant dishes and refreshing brunches, all while showcasing stunning views of the Thames.

20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD, United Kingdom Get directions

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"Chef and restaurateur Seamus Mullen famously cured himself of rheumatoid arthritis by changing his diet and eating anti-inflammatory, seasonal foods: He wrote a book about it, Hero Food that we interviewed him about for goop. In New York, he's part of the vanguard that's transforming restaurant cuisine, making it as delicious as it is good for you. And now, he's hopped across the Atlantic and landed at the Sea Containers in London, bringing his unique brand of seasonal to the city for the first time. And, while guests devour his brand of Spanish/Mediterranean/Moroccan/deliciousness—think house-made ricotta, wild salmon crudo, lamb meatballs, oven-roasted flatbreads, and the like—they do so in a beautiful, Tom Dixon-designed space that overlooks the Thames."

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Isabelle Francis-Collins

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Two friends and I dined here recently for a festive brunch out in London. The brunch was good value for money with the Prosecco option being £19 each for 1.5 hours of free flowing drink. On top of that you then choose which food dishes you would like. We had a couple of starters (recommend the 4 cheese croquettes) and then chose a main dish each, I would recommend the lobster roll which was tasty and filling, alongside the al crab crab Benedict which had plenty of crab. Service was great, the staff were attentive and made sure our drinks were filled at all times. Unlike some other brunches, it did not have a lively atmosphere but it made it a good venue to chat and enjoy company alongside the views of the river and St Paul’s.

Camila Rodrigues

Google

We visited Sea Containers London for the New Year’s Eve dinner. While the communication and all inquiries were handled quickly via email, the dinner itself was disappointing, especially the salmon served as a starter, which was clearly not fresh. When I informed the manager, he simply removed the dish from the table without offering any solution or apology. Aside from this, the place is beautiful, and the hotel’s architecture is impressive, but I would not recommend it, especially for a celebration like Christmas or New Year’s. The meat was fine, but the service and the fish left much to be desired. The salmon had an unpleasant smell, as if it had been sitting there for 2 or 3 days. This was not the level of quality expected for such an occasion.

Acacia Lawson

Google

Breakfast only - The food was not good. We both had to get our eggs redone (poached and over easy). It seems they grab most things for your plate off the buffet - even if you order a la carte. The cappuccinos were nice but not sure if they had any caffeine lol. Fresh juice was also great. The waitress we had was lovely and checked in on us. And it’s a beautiful spot.

Maria L.

Google

We have been there for a late breakfast a few days ago. We both had toast with a lot of avocado (i loved it!) and poached eggs- it was so good! The service was excellent and they all were very friendly. Especially the waitress Liliana was amazing! Thank you so much, Liliana for making our experience even more lovely. At our next stay in London we definitely come back. Best wishes, Lisa.

Voika Nikolaeva

Google

If you want to go for romantic spa experience with your partner this is not the best place in London you can go to. There is no swimming pools or sauna. There are two separate steam rooms one for males and one for females each of them are placed in the changing rooms of the spa area. The spa area is a small chilling room where you can lay down and read a book. The hotel is not bad but the rooms have very strong purple colour design that can be a big irritable for people who like simple luxury atmosphere. The location is good. Maybe if you travelling for work it can be subtle.

iv franc

Google

I was here with a friend for a dinner. The food was tasty and the staff was very friendly. We were welcomed by Antonella, and she made us very welcome. Giuseppe was looking after us for the rest of the evening and the service was flawless.

Priscilla Paul

Google

Went here for their bottomless brunch. Really pretty atmosphere and food was lovely. Although I do wish there were more brunch options.

Sabina Ali

Google

Found this place by chance, first thing you need to know is, it is part of a hotel which will help you find it. As you enter the hotel itself is beautiful downstairs, with a ship/sea theme. When we arrived the staff were friendly and the restaurant is more on the high end. The menu isn’t huge but a good mix of meat, fish and veg. Sadly they had some issue with the order as their system went down, we waited a very long time and these things do happen but no one told us. Eventually we flagged someone down, and she explained the issue and offered us drinks and took care of us (the stunning lady who looks like Lucy Lu, I wish I knew your name), she was absolutely amazing with her service and hence why I have given it a 4 on service. She went out of her to make sure we were ok and just was wonderful. The starters here was amazing, can’t not recommend the ceviche tacos enough! I’d just come back for those! The main dish are actually quite big, the halibut was served beautifully but for me personally I wish the sauce had a bit more kick but recommend the Mac and cheese side. Definitely would come back if I fancy some fish, I’m coming back for the whole sea bass and next time I will try to come during summer as restaurant is sitting on the Thames. Great place for date night.