Northbank

Celebrate all that is great about British cooking at the excellent restaurant Northbank whilst taking in the stunning London views of the river Thames and the Tate Modern.

Situated at the foot of the Millennium Bridge, Northbank is a smart and sleek London restaurant where British cuisine is taken to new heights by hot chef Peter Woods.

Floor to ceiling windows take full advantage of the fantastic view, and the restaurant is funky and charming at the same time. There are cosy leather booths as well as the tables dotted around the venue, all with crisp white tablecloths and candles. Trendy lighting and designer wallpaper adds to the distinctly modern feel.

Relaxed yet formal; cool yet laidback. The staff are extremely friendly and attentive and more than happy to advise on everything from dish choices to snacks at the adjoining bar. Being in the City, the restaurant is bound to attract lots of banking types for business lunches, but the attractive vantage point means that there are plenty of walk-ins.

Taking inspiration from his West Country origins, Woods has created a splendid British menu that has got everyone talking. You could be starting with something like Brixham mussels steamed in Doom Bar Ale or seared scallops with black pudding and cauliflower sauce followed by main courses such as roast loin of Suffolk pork with black pudding and apple or pan fried Cornish cod with puy lentils and shellfish cannelloni. Northbank Restaurant proudly uses proper British ingredients for its dishes, but with a modern twist. Desserts are preceded by a chilled shot of apple cider brandy, a house specialty. The cheeseboard is adorned with British treats such as Cornish Yarg, along with quince jelly and crackers.

The wine list takes you on a global journey with unusual choices from Lebanon as well as local wines from Kent and Sussex. For the really adventurous, there’s fruit wine which includes parsnip. Wine can be by the bottle, glass or carafe. If something a little stronger tickles your fancy, there’s a full bar and you can choose from anything from mead to sherry. The beer, too, ensures that the English are well-represented with plenty of ale and lager, as well as the rest of Europe.Check out the pretty summer terrace on warmer days and really take in the London scene whilst enjoying your tipple.

Overall, Northbank is a fine representation of British dining. It looks destined to become a flagship restaurant for fantastic British food and impressive drinks, and all with the bonus of beautiful views of one of the best areas of London.