Looking for the best Brunch and Bottomless Brunch in Waterloo? Focus on the South Bank around the Royal Festival Hall, County Hall and the streets by Waterloo station. Waterloo is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo and City lines along with National Rail. Most venues here are within a short walk. We review this page regularly. Always open the venue page for current menus, Bottomless Brunch availability and more information.
Editor’s picks for Waterloo
The Green Room
Neighbourhood bar and garden on Upper Ground a minute behind the National Theatre. The space has a bright timber room and a planted terrace used year round. Weekend Bottomless Brunch runs alongside a classic Brunch menu with crowd pleasers and daytime cocktails or alcohol free choices. Ideal before a South Bank stroll or a matinee. Open the venue page for menus, dietary notes and booking.
Skylon
Modern British brasserie on Level 3 of the Royal Festival Hall with floor to ceiling river views and a centrepiece bar. Brunch runs on weekends and there is sometimes a Bottomless option, so the room suits special meet ups on the South Bank without leaving the building. Seating spans window tables and larger booths. Open the venue page for menus, dietary notes and booking.
Giraffe Southbank
Casual all day restaurant inside the Royal Festival Hall on Riverside Level 1 with outdoor tables when the weather is fair. Brunch runs into the afternoon which helps late risers and families. Expect a broad menu and a kids’ option in a lively setting close to the river. Open the venue page for menus, dietary notes and booking.
All Bar One Waterloo
City centre bar on Chicheley Street a short walk from the London Eye and the station. The site runs a well known Bottomless Brunch format alongside an approachable Brunch menu that suits groups meeting before shows or river walks. The room is bright with booths and high tables. Open the venue page for menus, dietary notes and booking.
Tonight Josephine Waterloo
High energy cocktail bar at 111 Waterloo Road near the station. Known for neon interiors and themed events, it runs regular Bottomless Brunch sessions with entertainment and a fixed window which suits birthdays and upbeat catch ups. The location is easy to reach from the main concourse. Open the venue page for inclusions, dietary notes and booking.
Slug and Lettuce County Hall
Drinks led bar beside County Hall at 5 Chicheley Street close to the London Eye. Bottomless Brunch follows a clear pick a dish plus free flowing drinks format with upgrade options shown on the venue page. It is a straightforward choice for groups who want a lively start near the river. Open the venue page for menus, dietary notes and booking.
Bottomless Brunch in Waterloo
Bottomless Brunch offers are time limited and vary by venue. Many include prosecco or a Brunch cocktail and some list beer or alcohol free choices. Inclusions and session rules differ. Always check the venue page before you book.
Waterloo Brunch guide
Footfall builds along the river between the London Eye and the National Theatre. Terraces fill quickly on warm days. Tables can turn fast around the lunch window. Earlier sittings feel calmer. Weekends draw crowds to the riverside and major attractions. Some kitchens pause between daytime and evening service. Serving windows are shown on venue pages. Vegetarian and vegan options are common and many menus mark gluten free dishes. Halal availability varies by kitchen. Use dietary filters where necessary.
Waterloo covers the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo and City lines and National Rail. Embankment and Westminster are a short walk across the bridges if you are coming from the north bank. Most venues listed here are within five to ten minutes on foot.
FAQs
Is Bottomless Brunch available every weekend
Availability changes by venue and by season. Open the venue page for current dates and drink sets.
Do I need to book
Yes. Prime slots run out quickly, especially for groups, so we recommend booking in advance with Brunch London.
Are vegan, gluten free or halal options easy to find
Vegan is common and gluten free dishes are widely marked. Halal varies by kitchen. Use the dietary filters and check each listing for detail.
Is there outdoor seating
Riverside terraces are common around the Royal Festival Hall and County Hall. Weather policies sit on venue pages.
This page is reviewed regularly and be sure to check the venue pages for more information.
