# The Sterling, London — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Sterling — Bar in London. Rated 4.1/5 from 570 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants/the-sterling (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bar ££ # The Sterling 30 Saint Mary Axe, The Gherkin, London [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8141132803312536236&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Sterling in the Gherkin](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111226293111149984683) **In short:** The Sterling is a bar in London, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 570 Google reviews. Details checked 20 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Photos Photos via Google ## About The Sterling The Sterling is a bar serving British cuisine across breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located on the ground floor of the Gherkin in the City of London, it has outdoor seating and can accommodate groups. The menu includes lobster rolls, beef burgers and vegetarian dishes, alongside coffee, beer, wine, cocktails and desserts. Booking is recommended. The space is described by visitors as well-designed and spacious. Reviews note good portion sizes and professional service, though some have found the food lacks seasoning. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Sterling's own website](https://www.thesterlingbar.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍴 Dine-in ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** Closed **Sunday** Closed Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What diners say David Puls ★★★★★ Really special to eat in the gherkin, albeit on the ground floor. Special food, but portion sizes are quite small. They did well to cope with our large group, through service was a little slow. Good value for a special meal. a year ago · via Google Mark Lambert ★★★★★ Great venue with very attentive staff. Food quality was also excellent - we both had lobster roll and would highly recommend. There was a really nice atmosphere/m too - a buzz without being intrusively loud on our conversation. 3 months ago · via Google ImLeonD ★★★★★ Had a really great experience at The Sterling in the Gherkin! The highlight of the visit was the lovely American waitress who served us - she was genuinely friendly, super helpful, and really knew her cocktails. I asked for a Cuba Libre, which surprisingly not many people know how to make properly, but she nailed it quickly and served it with a big smile. Yes, the prices are slightly higher compared to some of the nearby pubs, but honestly, the quality of service made it well worth it. She also took the time to recommend a few food items when I asked, which I really appreciated - will definitely be coming back to try them for lunch! Overall, the service was warm and welcoming, which made the experience stand out in an area packed with more generic pubs. Looking forward to returning soon! UPDATE FEB 2026: It appears that the American girl had left and the service from some of the other girls wasn’t quite up to scratch - still great however but not as good as my first experience here last year - 4 stars. 5 months ago · via Google keira egan ★★★★★ We hosted our Winter Ball here and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better venue. From start to finish, the staff were absolutely incredible, so friendly, professional, and genuinely accommodating, even with a large group. Nothing was too much trouble, and they made the whole event run seamlessly. The venue itself is perfect for big groups: spacious, well laid out, and created a great atmosphere for the night. The food was also a real highlight: great quality, well presented, and consistently praised by our guests. A huge thank you to the whole team for helping make the night such a success. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this venue for large events and would happily book again. 6 months ago · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4876034d372b3ded:0x70fb1d26aab94aac!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this venue is spacious and well-designed, offering quality food like lobster rolls and beef burgers, with good portion sizes. They also highlight the friendly, professional staff and the lively, relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for large events. Some reviews mention the food can be bland. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 30 Saint Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8BF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5145429%2C-0.0801182) **Cuisine** British **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (570 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Destination** London [More restaurants in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (570 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £50 [Visit official website](https://www.thesterlingbar.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [0207 929 3641](tel:02079293641) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Postcode** EC3A 8BF **Wheelchair access** ✅ Yes **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3XGW79+RX [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4876034d372b3ded:0x70fb1d26aab94aac!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4876034d372b3ded:0x70fb1d26aab94aac!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4876034d372b3ded:0x70fb1d26aab94aac!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near London Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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