With summer in full swing, there’s no better time to enjoy lunch/dinner/drinks alfresco. From chic rooftop bars to charming central spots, the city offers plenty of terraces perfect for a sunny day. Here are our top ten picks for terraces to visit in London this July.

1. Yasmin, Soho

The Lowdown: Located on the sixth floor of members’ house 1 Warwick, rooftop restaurant, bar and terrace, Yasmin, offers panoramic views of Soho’s skyline and serves Middle Eastern-inspired dishes and cocktails from Executive Chef Tom Cenci. And you don’t have to be a member to dine here.

Eat and Drink: Think fresh, flavourful Middle Eastern plates like Sesame seed hummus topped with golden raisins and olive oil; Whipped sheep’s cheese, hot honey and isot biber; and Sumac-cured salmon, smoked yoghurt, citrus, and chilli. Stunning.

Where: 1 Warwick Street, London W1B 5LR

2. Dovetale x Casamigos, Mayfair

The Lowdown: Casamigos Tequila is teaming up with Dovetale, the acclaimed Mayfair restaurant from two Michelin-starred chef Tom Sellers, to launch their seasonal terrace takeover for the warmer months ahead. Tucked away in Dover Yard, just moments from Green Park, the Dovetale Terrace in partnership with Casamigos is a hidden sanctuary that channels the timeless charm of classic country clubs with the laid-back luxury of Montauk.

Eat and Drink:Customisable frozen Margaritas, served tableside from Dovetale’s nostalgic Knickerbocker Glory trolley. Guests can build their perfect Marg using a playful checklist choosing from refreshing sorbet bases like Sweet Strawberry, Fresh Apricot, or Zesty Lime, paired with their favourite Casamigos Tequila, and finished with an array of indulgent toppings. Whether you’re staying for the vibes or just passing through, frozen Margs are also available to-go.
To accompany the cocktails, a special terrace menu celebrates coastal flavours with a London twist. Highlights include the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich with hot honey and pickles, a Scottish Lobster Spicy Roll, indulgent Wagyu Cheeseburgers, and Grilled Peaches with Burrata, perfect for long lunches or laid-back evening meetups with friends.

Where:1 Dover Yard, London W1J 8NE

3. 108 Terrace x Maison Mirabeau, Marylebone

The Lowdown:The 108 Terrace X Maison Mirabeau pop-up Provence on the Lane is the spot to while away the afternoon, against a backdrop of magnolia blossoms with a glass of crisp, cold Mirabeau rosé in hand!

Eat and Drink: A menu of summer bites to start the highlight being a lobster roll and fried gnocchi bites. For mains there is a choice of sharing platters to then finish off with a choice of summery desserts accompanied by  a curated selection of Maison Mirabeau’s refreshing rosés, exclusive to 108 Terrace, part of The Marylebone hotel. Provence on the Lane weaves the glamour of the French Riviera seamlessly through the charming cobbled streets of Marylebone Village.

Where: 108 Marylebone Ln, London W1U 2QE

 

4. Madison’s, St Pauls

The Lowdown: Madison’s rooftop location overlooking St Pauls is hosting the Aperol Spritz roadshow on 26th – 28th August where there will be a three-day music event featuring DJ sets from Megan Fernandez, Dave Silcox and live performances from saxophonist Matt Pearce.

Eat and Drink: Embrace the iconic taste of Italy, with choices that range from the classic Aperol Spritz to the Crodino Spritz, the perfect non-alcoholic alternative. While enjoying your spritz and the view you will be able to chow down on a range of snacks from caviar to baked mini chorizo

Where:Rooftop Terrace One, New Change, London EC4M 9AF

4. Lahpet, Covent Garden

The Lowdown: If you need a break from the crowds of tourists in London’s theatre district, make a beeline for Lahpet’s hidden terrace.

Eat and Drink: Grab a bite to eat pre-theatre with a mix of small plates such as Split pea tofu fritters with a tamarind dip, and Tea leaf salad alongside larger plates like Fried bream in tomato, shallot and garlic soy glaze and King prawn curry.

Where: 21 Slingsby Pl, London  WC2E 9AB

The Lowdown: Brasserie-style restaurant 65a sits on the edge of the iconic Spitalfields Market, offering an elegant yet uncomplicated menu of classic dishes, peppered with French inflections.

Eat and Drink: Bringing laid-back, French-inspired dining to Spitalfields, the menu boasts plenty of summery starters, nibbles and salads. Expect everything from Moules frites to Steak tartare, Pear and endive salad to Confit duck with a puy lentil jus.

Where:65a Brushfield St, London E1 6AA

6. Pastaio, Soho

The Lowdown: The terrace at Stevie Parle’s popular pasta joint Pastaio in Soho is the place for bowls of silky, hand-made pasta and a slice of sunshine.

Eat and Drink: Located just off Carnaby Street, Pastaio serves a range of seasonal antipasti, regularly changing mains and sharing pasta for the table, alongside wines on tap, seasonal prosecco slushies and house-made limoncello. Order the cacio e pepe and thank us later.

Where: 19 Ganton St, Carnaby, London W1F 9BN

7. The Laundry, Brixton

The Lowdown: Looking for an al fresco option south of the river? Look no further than The Laundry, Brixton’s favourite neighbourhood bistro and wine shop. Outside, the Parisian-inspired terrace is kitted with rattan chairs and bistro tables, with blankets and heaters to take you from day into evening.

Eat and Drink: There’s everything here – breakfast and brunch (ft the likes of Spiced tofu scramble, slow-roasted tomatoes, sourdough toast and The Laundry Cumberland sausage brioche bap, bacon, cheddar & Bloody Mary ketchup). The all day menu includes Chicken caesar salad, lardons, croûtes; Bavette steak, café de Paris butter and fries; and Prawn linguini.

Where: 374 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PL

8. Trivet, Bermondsey

The Lowdown: Trivet, the two Michelin-starred Bermondsey restaurant from Chef Jonny Lake and Master Sommelier Isa Bal, is home to a large street-side terrace, with space for up to 25 diners to enjoy relaxed, sun-filled meals on summer afternoons and evenings.

Eat and Drink: The menu includes the likes of Crispy chicken wings with honey mayonnaise and herby panko;wimbl Hot tongue bun with anchovy mayo, pickles and blackcurrant mostarda; and Cured sea bass and red gurnard, with toasted barley and cornsilk, all available to enjoy alongside charcuterie, cheeses and homemade French fries with onion ketchup.

Where: 36 Snowsfields, London SE1 3SU

8. Fatto a Mano, King’s Cross

The Lowdown: Set in St Pancras Square, the terrace at Fatto a Mano Pizza & Beer is a relaxed al fresco spot,  designed for tucking into damn delicious Neapolitan pizza in the sunshine.

Eat and Drink: Alongside classics such as Margherita Buffalo, Salsiccia e Friarielli and Napoletana, Fatto a Mano offers contemporary twists such as its much loved Lasagna Pizza – topped with beef ragu, bechamel, smoked provola, mozzarella, parmesan, basil– or monthly specials such as the Tonno, Burrata and Pesto Rosso.

Where: Unit 1, 3 Pancras Sq, London N1C 4AG

9. Pyro, Borough

The Lowdown:Pyro brings the laid back buzz of a Greek island beach bar right to the heart of Borough. Surrounded by olive and fig trees, herbs, terracotta planters, soft pine and Mediterranean planting, Pyro’s outdoor bar features two distinct areas that are perfect for all kinds of al fresco socialising.

Eat and Drink: There is  a signature cocktail menu that draws on vibrant, seasonal Greek ingredients while a curated selection of draft and bottled beers and selection of Greek and international wines served by the glass and the bottle, are perfect for lazy afternoons in the sun. For snacks and nibbles there is range of treats. Highlights being the crispy potatoes, seared bass and then the frozen yoghurt for dessert which is ideal for when the sun is out.

Where:53b Southwark St, London SE1 1RU

10. JOIA Rooftop, Battersea

The Lowdown: JOIA Rooftop, the vibrant bar and terrace on the 16th floor of art’otel London Battersea Power Station, has returned for summer 2024, to offer a second season of sunshine, small plates and sundowner cocktails.

Eat and Drink: New additions to the menu include a selection of  Portuguese sandwiches including a Cuttlefish bun served in a squid ink roll with coriander mayonnaise, a traditional Bifana sandwich with marinated Iberico pluma and mustard – a much-loved delicacy in Sá Pessoa’s native Lisbon –  as well as and a classic Prego steak sandwich.

Where: 15th Floor, 1 Electric Blvd, Nine Elms, London SW11 8BJ