Central London Restaurant on the River Thames

Central London contains many restaurants, but you can really get away from the city bustle at the R.S. Hispaniola. Step aboard this maritime gastronomic haven and look out over panoramic views across the Thames - from St. Paul’s Cathedral round to the Houses of Parliament. From the river, you get a different impression of London, one of tranquillity and distant beauty. Not to be missed is the view of the South Bank in the evening, which is visible across the water as a myriad of glittering lights - a perfect backdrop for any romantic meal.

The Hispaniola is moored alongside Victoria Embankment, by Hungerford Bridge, and seats up to 220 people in air-conditioned, stylishly furnished comfort. The menu has a distinctive Mediterranean twist, and is known for its excellent and generous dishes. Take a look at our restaurant menu to see some of the mouth watering dishes available. We also have a renowned wine cellar with wines from some of the finest vineyards in the world, and our elegant cocktail bar provides a perfect atmosphere to enjoy an aperitif before your meal. You may find yourself drawn towards our Tapas Bar, which embraces the romantic spirit of Cuba while honouring its southern European gastronomic heritage. Enthusiasts of things Cuban may also wish to take a look at our excellent cigar menu.

The R. S. Hispaniola is fully air-conditioned. Both decks are warm in winter and cool, when needed, in summer. She is also stabilised, rising and falling gently with each tide. Her days of tackling an ocean swell are, we hope, long behind her now, and though the view from her decks has changed since forty years ago, it is no less impressive today than it was when she was known as the Maid of Ashton and sailed the Western Isles.

Dining on the Hispaniola sits you in the eye of the storm of London, where you can observe the tempestuous activity of one of the busiest places in the world whilst tranquilly floating on the River Thames, enjoying some of the best food the city has to offer.