Le Pont de la Tour

Name: Le Pont de la Tour
Address: The Butlers Wharf Building 36d Shad Thames, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2YE
Telephone: 020 7403 8403
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.2

4.2

4515 Reviews

£26 to £40

French

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

A luxurious riverside destination with iconic views, Le Pont de la Tour combines traditional yet innovative French cuisine, knowledgeable and friendly staff, thoughtful design that evokes the Parisian chic of the 1930s and stunning views of the City and Tower Bridge. Often referred to as London's most romantic restaurant.
For a more relaxed dining experience, visit the Le Pont Bar. Enjoy the full Le Pont de la Tour menu in a more casual setting, perfect for a working lunch or early dinner, complete with French classics and a superb seafood selection. The Bar is also the perfect spot for a good cocktail or glass of wine by the river, either for a pre-dinner tipple or afternoon drink.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
French, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Sat 12:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–21:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:30–21:30
Phone number
020 7403 8403
Website
http://www.lepontdelatour.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Giuseppe Caraccia
Private party facilities
One of the most famous restaurants in London, Le Pont de la Tour has the elegance and authority of a stateroom and is complemented by outstanding modern French food and the very highest standards of service. We can accommodate 110 for seated meals. The whole venue can host standing events for up to 300 guests in the winter and 400 in the summer
Private party contact
Lucy Beer: 020 3700 1751

Location
The Butlers Wharf Building, 36d Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YE
Area
London Bridge
Cross Street
Lafone street & Shad Thames
Parking details
Closest parking is Butlers Wharf 46-50 Gainsford Street London Southwark SE1 2 NE
Public transit
Nearest Underground Stations London Bridge (Jubilee & Northern lines) & Tower Hill (District & Circle lines)
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Drinks
Multiple dates available
Please be aware we are only serving drinks and bar snacks in the bar area. The perfect venue for casual drinks, the Le Pont Bar offers expertly crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, complete with views of the river and excellent service. Our bartenders would love to host you for a pre-dinner tipple or evening drinks, looking out over the water.
Christmas Day
£50.00 - £150.00 per person
25 Dec 2024 only
Christmas Menu Celebrate this Christmas in style at Le Pont De La tour by enjoying a 5-course Lunch meal - Adults £150,*Provisional reservations only - We require a prepayment of 50pp to secure this reservation. We offer a full refund policy if the booking is cancelled 1 week before. All tables are booked for a 2 hours period only.
Early Bird New Years Eve Menu
£50.00 - £90.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
It's the season to eat, drink and to be merry.. Come and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with family, friends or colleagues. You can enjoy our New Years Eve Menu for £90 per person. Please note this is the only menu available. We require a deposit of £50pp to secure this reservation (per person). We offer a full refund policy if the booking is cancelled 1 week before. Your reservation is subject to 2 hours return time.

What 4,515 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

South East London
Great for fine wines
South East London
Great for outdoor dining
South East London
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Pont de la Tour offers a picturesque riverside dining experience with "fantastic food and service." The restaurant boasts "amazing views" of Tower Bridge, making it perfect for special occasions. While service can occasionally be slow, the elegant French cuisine and the "wonderful setting" consistently impress diners, ensuring a memorable visit.

4,515 Reviews

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Tom
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Magnifique expérience avec un cadre magnifique et vue sur le Tower Bridge. L’ambiance intérieur et le personnel vous feront découvrir une vraie cuisine française. Je recommande vivement.
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Alice
VIP
Denver
97 reviews
5.0
97 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been going to Le Pont de la Tour for over 20 years. Everything is sublime. The food is delicious, the service is amazing. We had the last seating at lunch today and you would never think anyone was rushing to get ready for dinner service or just tired from a busy lunch. Plus the views…
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Martin
VIP
London
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a long, leisurely lunch in luxurious surroundings with excellent service and lovely food and wine, while reviewing charitable activities over the last year and plans for the next.
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Jon
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food, attentive service, a nice and relaxing occasion
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Guy
London
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Location great, food very average, service ok, poor value for money. Formulaic and expensive.
Le Pont de la TourResponded 7 days ago
Dear Guy, Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the location. However, we're sorry to hear that the food and service did not meet your expectations, and we apologize if you felt the experience was not good value for money. We take your feedback seriously and will be addressing these concerns with our team to ensure we improve in those areas. We appreciate your input and hope to have the opportunity to offer you a better experience in the future. Le Pont de la Tour
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Justin
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
My third visit here. Had to wait for long for foods...and simply the taste of foods was a way lower than expected. (But have a good wine list). Overall...can't recommend..was good but not anymore.
Le Pont de la TourResponded 7 days ago
Dear Justin, Thank you for your feedback and for giving us multiple chances. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience did not meet your expectations. We strive to deliver both great food and excellent service, so your comments about the wait times and food quality are concerning. We’ll be reviewing these issues with our team to ensure we improve moving forward. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our wine list, and we hope you'll reconsider visiting us again in the future. Your feedback is very important to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. Le Pont de la Tour Team
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Isabella
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attentive service, delicious food, beautiful view, expensive
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Steve
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Nice food but very average service. Crepe suzette off the menu as they had run out of ingredients! Disappointing.
Le Pont de la TourResponded 7 days ago
Dear Steve, Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, but we're sorry that the service and availability of certain dishes didn't meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing it can be when a favourite item is unavailable, and we apologize for the inconvenience. We'll be addressing this with our team to ensure that we can better manage our menu and improve service. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the chance to provide you with a better experience in the future. Le Pont de la Tour Team
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Claire
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food, wonderful service. A great place for a special treat.
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Adrian
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Another memorable evening thank you le Pont de la Tour. Delicious food, a great sommelier in Jacob, and a very enjoyable experience thank you
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Le Pont de la Tour is rated 4.2 stars by 4515 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

The Butlers Wharf Building, 36d Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YE

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Lafone street & Shad Thames
Area
London Bridge
Hours of Operation
Sat 12:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–21:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:30–21:30
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
French, Modern European
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Closest parking is Butlers Wharf 46-50 Gainsford Street London Southwark SE1 2 NE
Public transit
Nearest Underground Stations London Bridge (Jubilee & Northern lines) & Tower Hill (District & Circle lines)
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Giuseppe Caraccia
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lepontdelatour.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7403 8403
Private party facilities
One of the most famous restaurants in London, Le Pont de la Tour has the elegance and authority of a stateroom and is complemented by outstanding modern French food and the very highest standards of service. We can accommodate 110 for seated meals. The whole venue can host standing events for up to 300 guests in the winter and 400 in the summer
Private party contact
Lucy Beer: 020 3700 1751

Le Pont de la Tour

Make a booking

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Drinks

Christmas Day

Early Bird New Years Eve Menu

Menu

What 4,515 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Le Pont de la Tour restaurant rated?

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Make a booking

Dining areas

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