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Afternoon tea at The Shard: Aqua Shard

Level 31, The Shard, London Bridge

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Panoramic views and Modern British food from a dining room and bar on the 31st floor of The Shard. Summary via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.

About Afternoon tea at The Shard: Aqua Shard

Aqua Shard occupies the 31st floor of The Shard at London Bridge, serving afternoon tea alongside brunch, lunch and dinner. The dining room and bar offer panoramic views across London. Afternoon tea is priced between £50 and £79.

The kitchen prepares Modern British food. The venue takes bookings, accommodates groups, and features live music. Staff are noted for attentive service, though some guests report slow service at times. Beer, wine, cocktails and vegetarian dishes are available.

Menu & facilities

🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options
🎵 Live music 🍴 Dine-in

Opening hours

Monday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday
12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday
12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Friday
12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday
10:30 AM – 1:00 AM

Brunch hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 – 11:45 AM

Lunch hours

Monday
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Friday
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Dinner hours

Monday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Tuesday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Thursday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Friday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Saturday
5:30 – 10:30 PM
Sunday
5:00 – 9:00 PM

What's nearby

  • HCA Primary Care - The Shard Clinic, part of HCA Healthcare UK next door
  • Krispy Kreme London Bridge next door
  • The Shard next door
  • London Bridge 400m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this restaurant offers stunning panoramic views of London and delicious food, with many highlighting the Peter Pan afternoon tea for its imaginative presentation. Guests also mention the attentive and friendly staff, who provide excellent service for special occasions.

Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Cuisine
Afternoon tea
Guest rating
4.3 / 5 (16,974 reviews)
Price level
££££
Dogs allowed
No
Good for children
No
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
London Bridge