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8 at The Londoner, London, ENG

8 at The Londoner

4.4
4.4
302 Reviews
£25 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
8 at The Londoner is a decadent rooftop bar in London that reimagines the informal and traditional izakaya style of Japanese drinking.

Set across three stunning spaces on the eighth floor, 8 at The Londoner invites you to join us in our elegant cocktail bar, under the night sky of the Shima Garden, or on the roof terrace with spectacular views of the city, including central London’s Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and the London Eye.

Featuring innovative cocktails, modern Japanese cuisine and one of London's finest collections of Japanese spirits, our exquisite menu offers an experience like no other – a unique and exclusive rooftop experience in London.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    020 7451 0156
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Soho
  • Cross Street
    38 Leicester Square
  • Parking details
    Q-Park - 39-41 Whitcomb St, London WC2H 7DT
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus - (Piccadilly,Northern and Bakerloo lines).
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Signature Set Menu £49

    GBP 49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    8 at The Londoner presents the Signature Set Menu Experience. Join us on the rooftop for two signature cocktails & two dishes with the London skyline as your backdrop.
  • Shima Garden New Years Eve

    GBP 100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    A la carte with minimum spend of £100
  • Exclusive Private booth up to 8 guests -£2,800

    GBP 1,500.00 per party

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the name of decadence atop our Japanese rooftop bar on Leicester Square. This experience includes exclusive private booth– One magnum of Belvedere, armand de brignac brut gold jeroboam, signature small plates, as well as still and sparkling water. A discretionary service charge of 15% will be added to your bill. Cancellations are accepted up to 72 hours prior to your reservation. £1,500 deposit will be taken off your bill.

What 302 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Great for scenic views

  • West End London

    Innovative

  • West End London

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
8 at The Londoner offers "exquisite food" and "phenomenal views" from its rooftop setting, creating a perfect backdrop for any occasion. Guests often praise the "really fantastic service" and value the two-course and cocktail deal. While some note service inconsistencies, the overall dining experience is often described as "lovely" and "enjoyable."

302 Reviews
  1. Steven

    London

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really fantastic service, nice drink selection and interesting sharing plate menu.

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  2. Jacob

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    ★☆☆☆☆ Poor Communication and Rushed Service My experience at The Londoner was deeply disappointing, primarily due to their unprofessional communication and rushed service. I made a reservation for 10:30 PM as I had show tickets earlier in the evening. Just five hours before my scheduled dining time, they called to inform me that the kitchen would be closing at the time of my reservation. This last-minute notification left me in an impossible position - too late to cancel without incurring charges, and too late to secure a reservation elsewhere. While I managed to arrive slightly early at 10:25 PM, the experience only deteriorated from there. The waitress quite literally threw menus at us, immediately announcing that the kitchen was closing "NOW." The rushed atmosphere was palpable and extremely uncomfortable. Though we managed to place our order and received our food with surprising speed (within 5 minutes), the staff's obvious impatience made the dining experience so unpleasant that we chose not to stay. What's particularly frustrating is that the restaurant clearly knows their kitchen closing time, yet they accept reservations right up until that moment. If they can't properly accommodate late diners, they shouldn't offer these time slots. At minimum, this information should be communicated at the time of booking, not hours before the reservation. While the food arrived quickly, the hostile service and poor communication completely overshadowed any merits of the cuisine. I cannot recommend a restaurant that shows such disregard for their guests' time and comfort. Pros: - Quick food preparation - Central location Cons: - Last-minute communication about kitchen hours - Extremely rushed service - Unprofessional staff behavior - Poor reservation management

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  3. Jean Luc

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe in the bar. Staff were polite and very responsive. Overall a lovely experience.

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  4. Kristina

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food & really lovely surroundings! Loved it

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  5. Vaughan

    Essex

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great view from the top bar with a lovely ambience to match. The food was very good, well prepared and taste fantastic. Really enjoyable bitesize snacks. The service was slick and on point

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  6. SHANNON

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really good ! Beautiful venue great view service was awesome. It was just a little overwhelming how expensive it was for the portion sizes but other than that it was great. You never want to leave a restaurant hungry or over spend to be full

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  7. Simon

    London

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food and drinks options but a bit too expensive. I understand that it is an exclusive venue but 50 pounds for a bottle of sub standard rose is a bit much. I have to say that the manager was very rude and not accommodating..she really needs to learn about customer service and accept that the customer is always right. Despite there being plenty of space she made a big fuss because more then 14 people came to my event..I accept I should have made a booking for more people but I didn't want to pay the extortionate minimum spend. I brought lots of business to the venue and the manager should have been thanking me rather then accusing me of being a liar. Without me and my guests the venue would been dead. Unfortunately due to the attitude of the manager I will not be doing an event here again. .
    8 at The LondonerResponded on 17 August 2024
    Dear Simon, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. While we're glad you enjoyed the food and drinks, we're truly sorry to hear that other aspects of your experience fell short of your expectations. We take your comments seriously, particularly regarding the service you received and will be reviewing the situation internally to ensure it doesn't happen again. We understand that your event was important, and we're sorry it didn't go as smoothly as you had hoped, we apologize for any inconvenience caused. Best regards, Maria Swat Assistant Bar General Manager

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  8. DeeDee

    London

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 26 July 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Limited food/bar snack options that are small and not good value for money. Decent drinks. The terrace itself is nice but small. Service could have been better.

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  9. CM90

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoy my visits at 8 at The Londoner. I feel this is a safe go-to for a spotless drinking and dining experience in The area
    8 at The LondonerResponded on 23 August 2024
    Dear CM90, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you consistently enjoy your visits to our bar. We value returning guests like yourselves and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best regards, Maria Swat Assistant Bar General Manager

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  10. Conq

    VIP

    London

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 24 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal for my sisters birthday. Service was impeccable. Tasty well presented food.
    8 at The LondonerResponded on 23 August 2024
    Dear Conq, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at our bar. We are thrilled to hear that your sister's birthday celebration was a success and that you enjoyed the meal. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to know that our service and the presentation of the food met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back for more special occasions in the future! Best regards, Maria Swat Assistant Bar General Manager

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FAQs

8 at The Londoner is rated 4.4 stars by 302 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 8 at The Londoner

38 Leicester Square, London, ENG WC2H 7DX

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    38 Leicester Square
  • Area
    Soho
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Q-Park - 39-41 Whitcomb St, London WC2H 7DT
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus - (Piccadilly,Northern and Bakerloo lines).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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