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Sea Containers Restaurant

3.7 (56 reviews)
ModerateSeafood, New American
Open • 6:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Maggie S.

Underwhelming and overpriced. Worst meal in London and too add insult to injury it was marked as a "special" dinner for a birthday. Should have just gone to the pub next door. I chose this place for a birthday dinner since we were coming from the Globe. With good reviews and a decent menu I booked and selected for a birthday. The ambience is solid and the view nothing spectacular. The "biscuits" were not as light as you'd expect and the cheese croquettes were bland (sauce saved it). The BBQ chicken was well cooked but the sauce was heavy on ketchup. The chips/fries were the tastiest thing. Have marked birthday I got a filled pastry shell with whipped cream. I've had far better meals at half the price in DC, Boston, and Amsterdam. The service was the best part and similar to that in the US, boarding on annoying especially with the singing and crappy desert. This is a skip

Lina S.

This place wasn't nothing special . Food was very plain and need more flavor . Service was just ok not great . I wasn't to impressed specially because the other places in this hotel are amazing . We had potato soup , some crab toast , salmon appetizer ( wasn't to bad ) and side macaroni ( which for me was the best thing and did had flavor ) . Music was kind of boring and it kind of took our energy .. This food needs more flavor for sure ! Hopefully it gets better since their location is so nice !

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Karen R.

We were staying at the hotel and didn't have a reservation for the restaurant. Hostess was accommodating and was able to squeeze us in for dinner as walk ins. Food was good. Ambiance was nice. If you're staying at the hotel, not a bad idea to give it a try.

Bone marrow appetizer and New England style chowder.
Devin H.

Let's start from the top, I walked in well before they opened and there were two staff members preparing for the day ahead at the host station. Both were accommodating and polite and invited me to return when they open at noon. Upon my return, one of the ladies I had met earlier, welcomed me to my table and immediately offered to retrieve a drink for me. Looking at the food menu there were plenty of great options making it difficult to choose just one, so I didn't do that. I choose three options. I started with a bowl of flavorful New England style chowder and the bone marrow appetizer. The manager came to my table and we got in to a delightful conversation about the economics of the restaurant industry both here in Britain and back in the US. Once my food arrived which, looked amazing, he was quick to point out that I should enjoy my food while it was hot and that we could chat more after. The chowder and marrow were delicious and properly prepared. The manager came back and asked if I would like some bread as well -being a glutton for food I absolutely approved! The bread was oven hot and was a delicious addition. After finishing my starters, I ordered the burger with French fries that came promptly and plated beautifully. At the core of who I am as an American I love burgers, I know burger -we are basically hamburgers lol... anyhow, the burger and fries were perfectly tasty. Before I continue, when I say "finished" I didn't "finish" the whole plate I was finished eating that segment. The food was so good I had to try as much as possible and would otherwise be unable to eat all of this if I were made to literally finish the food... Anyhow, needless to say but, I was now prepared for dessert. Typically, I go straight for brownies and ice cream and that was actually on the menu however, the manager pitched to me the pistachio ice cream and roasted pineapple dessert, far and away from my comfort zone. When it arrived, it was plated purposefully and beautifully two things sometime hard to execute simultaneously but, they nailed it. It was pleasantly light, and an interesting composition of flavors that really worked. I did in fact literally finish this plate. If I could give this place more stars I would. I loved it here. Thank you to wonderful staff and the charming and witty manager. Their efforts are well served -I highly highly recommend.

Cajun skirt steak
Maya F.

I was a guest of the Mondrian and decided to have dinner at Sea Containers. We came in for our 10:30pm reservation on a night that wasn't very busy. Unfortunately, our server appeared completely uninterested and the food left much to be desired. The presentation was absolutely lacking, from the cocktails to the way each dish was plated. How could any self-respecting chef send out food that looked that plain or messy? The fried chicken was overcooked, to the point that it was tough, chewy and inedible. There was no sign of any avocado in the crab toast, the porchetta was overpowered by the anchovy, making it also inedible, there was almost no dressing on the salad. The skirt steak was well prepared, but definitely lacked in flavor, especially for something that is supposed to have Cajun seasoning. I haven't the faintest idea why this place has four stars. The atmosphere is stunning, but the service and the the food just do not measure up. I would not recommend this restaurant for food. For drinks, it's a great spot. For dinner...no. We were gravely disappointed.

Sean D.

After hearing a lot of great things about this place, I had been waiting to try this restaurant for a while and finally got the chance when I came here for a birthday dinner and lets just say that it was well worth the wait! The nautical themed decor is stylishly impressive with a copper-clad hull that guides you through to the restaurant. On show is a wood-fired oven and at the centre of the restaurant there's a classy steel bar designed to reflect an American diner. All of which are complimented with the wonderful views of the Thames. The restaurant is a nice blend of American/British maritime culture which is also reflected in the varied menu on offer. Although dinnertime is the busiest period for the restaurant they also offer bottomless brunches at the weekend for Prosecco and Bloody Marys at reasonable prices. A great brunch option to take a group of friends and an excellent excuse to get the drinking started early at the weekend! On to the food and it is obvious given the name of the restaurant that the menu would be focused on fish dishes and something that I was looking forward to trying. We started with the cerviche and raw scallops and as we wanted to try so many things we opted for the seafood platter offering a selection of oysters, crab, brill ceviche, scallops and poached shrimps. All of which was so deliciously fresh it was as if it had just come out of the sea that morning. All washed down with a few tasty Kentucky Elixirs, one of the many interesting cocktails to choose from. Dessert was a combination of chocolate lava cake, vanilla ice cream and banana & passion fruit cheesecake. A lot I know, but it was my birthday! All of which tasted great and finished off a great meal. Now this place is quite pricey but the food and decor were impeccable and I'll certainly be coming back to sample more and try their bottomless brunch. If you're looking for a venue for a special occasion dinner or just in the area and hungry or out for drinks then look no further!

Kristine T.

In a nutshell, the food is amazing! I visited Sea Containers at the Mondrian with my work colleagues for a special team lunch, our boss's treat for the whole team. We wanted to go to a nice restaurant and we were not disappointed. The service was brilliant and our waitress was very attentive and helpful, always trying to make sure we were happy with everything. We decided to pick a wine with a small sharing plate of cheese, sourdough and cooked peppers to start with, then got individual starters. Both the mushroom soup and kale salad were great, the soup having a rich warming taste and the salad feeling fresh and healthy. For the main course we shared the sea bream and the chicken platters, with a selection of sides. Whole everything was very tasty the dishes that stood out were the chicken which was definitely of the best I've had (distinct smoked taste with a hint of lemon) as well as the sprouts which were cooked in a mind spicy sauce. The baby potatoes with the skin on were also brilliant. For desert we had the lava cake and the ice lollies with our coffee, the cake being a favourite compared to the ice lollies which we had not realised that they would have sorbet inside. Still, I quite liked anyway. I absolutely loved the whole meal, it did feel like a treat and considering the price tag which must have come to nearly £200 for four people I must admit it was a meal worth paying for. I would recommend going for the full shebang for special occasions, celebrating something important etc but if you wanted something small and you can spare about £10 each it's absolutely worth it getting the chicken shared platter and some wine as it's delicious!

Incredibly delicious pork chops with apple sauce. Highly recommend!
Aiza C.

Yes, it's pricey here but was pleasantly surprised with the food. Highly recommend the pork chop. Very big portion and can be shared. Side dishes were also nice. Staff were very attentive and very helpful with the menu, giving Right recommendations. Overall good experience.

Sunday brunch menu
Wendy L.

It's always nice to dine by the river. Even if you don't get a good seat to see the view, the thought of it being right next to you makes the experience feel more romantic. Sea Containers itself is a stunning restaurant and will fail to mesmerise someone upon entering. A lovely bright looking restaurant with floor to ceiling windows allowing the view of the Thames as you dine. Seating varied from wide dark wooden tables for couples to larger groups and half cylindrical sofa seating for more intimate dining. Everything was nicely spaced as the restaurant was big. With it's themed to the golden age of transatlantic travel, the back of the restaurant leading to the toilets was designed like a ship with it copper walls. Toilets were beautiful and extremely classy being dark and sleek. I started my meal with a bottomless House Bloody Mary. It was nice and refreshing, sour with hints of sweetness and a good kick of spice. Shaved mushrooms. My first experienced of raw mushrooms but it definitely won't be my last. The cremini mushrooms was a lovely delicate texture being soft and bouncy on the teeth, light earthy flavour as well as butter and hint of garlic and lemon. The sweet and sour notes were nicely balanced by the Idiazábal cheese as well as giving it depth and a richer taste. Delicious! Burrata Lovely fresh milky stretchy burrata served with toasted sourdough, butternut squash purée and a leafy vinaigrette salad. The flavours were light yet sweet and against the cool burrata it created a nice refreshing milky taste. I enjoyed every bite and letting everything infuse through the abundance of textures. Maldon oyster and rock oysters Both oysters were plump and fresh, served with mignonette and cocktail sauce. The cocktail sauce made added a taste of creaminess and sweetness which was a very unusual accompaniment, a bit too strong and overpowering for me but some may find it enjoyable if they are not particularly fond of the texture of oysters but feeling brave. Roasted corn fed chicken for two It was served with all the trimmings that including roast vegetables and gigantic Yorkshire puddings. One of the best roast chicken I've had in London. The chicken was sublime, simple seasoning but flavoursome all the way to the bone, naturally sweet being corn fed and extremely juicy and tender. The vegetables were nice and colourful, all very fluffy, soft and fragrant and Yorkshire pudding were still light and airy even being slightly over baked. Roast chicken at its best served with shallot relish, gravy and a pickled green chilli relish. As much as I enjoyed my experience at Sea Containers I did think their menu lacked creativity. Their dishes were quite generic and wasn't worth the price they were charging especially when I know I can go somewhere else and get the same dish at a more reasonable price. I just have to sacrifice the view. Been given the name "Sea Containers" I found it strange that their seafood option was very limited too. However for what it is now it is still very good especially if you're looking for a decent Sunday Roast. Service was friendly and efficient, even making sure you got your napkin back as many times as you drop it. One staff even came back offering ice with my partner's whisky after he heard we were worried it would dilute our drink. He informed us they have slow melting ice which keeps the drink cold without diluting it's flavour. Very kind of him. Sadly even after all that, I do not see the need to return any time soon. There is so much competition in London and so many better options in the nearby areas, It's more for a one off dining experience as none of the dishes made a big enough impact.

Sergei G.

Based at Mondrian London hotel located on the South Bank, Sea Containers restaurant offers a variety of dishes and a view of the river. Plenty to choose from on the menu: from yuzu ceviche to burger. Frankly it's quite uneasy to define the food theme, although the restaurant run by a chef from New York describes itself as "the best of England and America". But this didn't stop me from enjoying quality full of flavour food with ingredients farmed from the local Borough market. The menu is designed to be shared. Succulent grilled octopus with celeriac salad adding a matching acidity to the starter, followed by a roasted sea bass with caramelised vegetables for main, and yummy home-made cookies for pudding. The restaurant is open without any break between lunch and dinner. Try entering from the hotel's main entrance at the back of the building to see a quirky ship-theme design of the lobby. Informal setting, lots of tables available overlooking the riverside through tall windows, large bar area. On the downside, prices for à la carte are above average. Tasting menus might be a good option instead. Service was pleasantly friendly and attentive. Would visit again? Yes. http://estonianfoodie.com

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1 month ago

The service was great, the food was okay, and the strawberry lemonade was really good. Overall, it's a nice place and I'd come back.

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Good food. Nice service. Ambiance is beautiful. Will try again. Good for a hotel restaurant

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Great food and service. I recommend stay at the hotel as well. It's well situated in the middle of London.

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Amazing Mac & Cheese with braised beef! The best I've had in a very, very long time (and I come from the land of Mac & Cheese!).

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