Found out about Vertigo 42 through their amazing reviews and pictures on Groupon. There were…read morenothing but positive reviews and I agree with all of them! For Mother's day I decided to surprise my mum with an afternoon tea during our visit in London. I contacted the staff regarding making a reservation as Groupon said they had no open spots and I received a response right away. They were very nice and told us to come at noon. The amazing service continued as we arrived a bit early so we were asked to wait in a comfy waiting area and then we proceeded upstairs to the 42nd floor. Such an amazing view! You could see the lovely River Thames and all of the buildings surrounding it. It was beautiful to see all of the roof top gardens and just the expanse of London. We were asked to sit where we were quickly brought champagne. The staff asked if there were any dietary restrictions and I told them that I was allergic to soy. He checked with the chef and unfortunately they make everything with soy flour. He apologized and asked me would I like some fruit. I told him sure and I was thinking it was going to be a small amount. This was a huge bowl of fruit with a mix of strawberries, grapes, raspberries, and melons. It was such an amazing surprise and it was fresh and delicious. He then brought out the tray of sandwiches, scones, and tarts. All were arranged beautifully and were delicious as well. I had a few bites of each and everything was delicious and very light. We had a selection of salami, cucumber, and tuna sandwiches. My mother and I took our time eating, talking, and taking pictures. The staff checked on us once, but after that we just sat, had our tea, and relaxed. There was no pressure for us to leave or move at all and I really loved and appreciated that! My mum and I really enjoyed our time at Vertigo 42 and I definitely would recommend coming here for a relaxing, modern, and lovely tea experience.

For some time I've been trying to overcome my fear of heights, so when a work colleague invited me…read moreto Vertigo, I initially wasn't too keen to join, but sought inspiration through the famous French Spiderman, Alain Robert, who overcame his fear...and decided to suck it up and face one of my (many) demons. On entrance there's a security search, with bag screening and a metal detection arch - similar to what you'd find at the airport - which I'm guessing is for the security of the other office residents on the remaining 41 floors as well as the bar. There's a designated lift (with a comfy chair nearby) that takes you all the way up without interuption - I was impressed by the smooth ride, but not impressed by my colleague who decided to count the levels out loud! On exiting the lift you're greeted by a chaise longue, along with a couple of soft chairs. Now many may think this is for decor. Oh, no no no! It's for the likes of me whose legs turn to jelly when they get out of the lift. Yes, I made use of it and can report it was comfortable. The panoramic view of London is BREATHTAKING and worth the visit if you wish your breath to be taken away. And you can't miss this view as the bar has mirrors going along the entire facing wall...nice! I got my colleague to take pics (didnt want to push my luck too much), but I did catch a glance of Canary Wharf (at a part of the bar where there is a level of the building that doesn't have the full drop - see pics - I was more comfortable here). I was slightly numbed by the price of the drinks - A glass of wine starting at £8.50, which helped take my mind off the view. Did I overcome my fear of heights? Did I 'eck! Note to self: Don't go to Vertigo if you suffer from vertigo :-p

First day in London in more than 20 years and we were excited to introduce our girls to Harrods!…read more As we had not eaten and wanted a little treat to celebrate this graduation trip for our girls we decided to start at the Moet and Chandon Champagne bar located near the beauty section. We began with glasses of Moet and Chandon 2016 Grand Vintage which was exceptional while our girls enjoyed cocktails! Then we ordered some light bites : the cheese ans charcuterie plates that were very generous for the price ( 21 GBP for three selections) and the truffle Brie was delicious!! It was served along side seeded crackers . We also enjoyed the bread plate and the caviar selection! It was the perfect amount of food and I rounded it out with a glass o my Moet Rose! A great start to our London trip

My drink of choice is champagne. Like me it's fun and bubbly. We're a vibe. Together we make a…read moreperfect pair. I was in London at the end of January. I've discovered I like Europe this time of year no lines and no waiting. Hence, I walked in and found a seat at the bar no reservation. I was fortunate to meet a pretty blonde dripping in Chanel (it's Harrods). We kept each other company while sipping champagne and nibbling on small bites. Their small bites are very nice. I highly recommend drinking champagne at Harrods. It's the least expensive thing you can buy:).

Service was polite but quite pushy, which is not surprising for the bougie (North American slang…read morefor bourgeois, maybe even a bit snobby) nature of the place. I came in with three others at around 9pm, and the place was pretty empty, even despite its small size. There was a pair sitting at the bar, as well as another group seated at a table. The bartender told us the place would close at 11pm, but there was another guy (probably a manager) buzzing around who seemed extremely antsy to get people out. He closed the door around 10pm, whisked around trying to rush the clean-up process, and kept whispering things to the bartender. He killed the atmosphere of the place. Trying to get people to leave in order to save money is only going to get you poor recommendations and results in the long-run.

We came in on a Saturday with a couple of hours to kill before a movie at Leicester Square and…read morethough it was very empty, it was a nice change from the normal crazy places. We had a few champagne cocktails (strawberry and passionfruit bellinis) plus some apps which were decent. I had this one awesome cheddar cheese and the chorizo. Service was great..will come back for another couple cocktails :)

It is very expensive. But as long as you know that and expect it...the view and the experience…read morecan't be beat! All the signature cocktails are 26 GBP. I couldn't find a single thing online giving me any idea on the prices of food or drinks here, so I am letting you know. The presentation of said drinks is superb, and they taste great! There is also a selection of beer and wine and other spirits to choose from. They also have a per-person minimum (at least that is what was indicated on the reservation site and email) that basically requires getting 2 drinks or also ordering overpriced food. BUT all that said...you KNOW it is going to be expensive. You can still be budget conscious here, if you know what you are going in to. And what you are really here for is the view, and you GET IT. You may not get a window seat, but if you are nice and patient, if one opens up they may be able to move you over there. But you will still be able to get close to the windows for views and photos no matter where you are seated. It seems to be a requirement that all servers be non-native English speakers who are unusually attractive and must wear pants so tight you wonder how they are able to walk in them. I'm not complaining though! It was the smallest and most expensive restaurant experience of our London trip. But it was also one of the most memorable and most fun. I would absolutely recommend a visit, especially around sunset.

The ambiance was superb. Service was a bit slow and our waiter changed a few times, but we were…read moreenjoying the view while we waited. Drinks were innovative, we tried at least 5 cocktails and enjoyed them all. PS I made my reservation 3 weeks in advance and highly recommend it.

Went during Christmas with a 2-4-1 cocktail deal Beautiful…read moredecorations and an amazing view of the city of London Nest to get the window seats Service was fine, cocktails were very tasty The location to the gherkin can be a little confusing so suggest to go early if have reservations Lovely bar

The presentation of the tea tower was very nice. The ambiance and view were fantastic. The service…read morehere was good. All of the staff was helpful and attentive. The downside was the sandwiches had the thinnest layer of spread whether it was the salmon or cucumber sandwich-- all of them had super thin layers which isn't what I'm accustomed too at other afternoo tea establishments such as The Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills. It was mostly all bread here. The scones and tea at the Gherkin were great. The desserts were delicious but also very tiny too in comparison to other places. You're better of going to the Ritz for a better quality overall experience.

This bar is downstairs in the Crowne Plaza…read more I came here for afternoon tea while I was in town with a Virgin Experiences voucher. Yeah I also thought it was a bit strange that a bar was serving afternoon tea. Keeping in mind that I had afternoon tea that week 4 times, this was just an ok set. Sandwiches were decent, sweets were ok. Teas were excellent. Great service, of course. The furniture was nice but a bit uncomfortable to sit at for tea. It seemed more appropriate for a hookah lounge. The one thing that really sticks out in my mind was there were these random flies that occasionally would buzz around. Where exactly were they even coming from?

This was unexpected. Pop music, caged private booths (yes, I said caged - as the private rooms are…read moreliterally couches / chairs with fancy little pillows and blankets in a fucking cage), solid booze selection. Ended up here accidentally while looking for a place open late - open until at least 2am. The drinks were a bit on the pricey side but the beers were around 5 pounds - not the end of the world. The bar inside is classy and has a good amount of seating. Gorgeous bathrooms as well (I believe the bar is attached to a hotel). But outside, there's a path along which there are many private rooms that appear to be for bottle service. The bartender told us they are typically for those spending 30+ pounds but it was pretty dead late night on Thursday, so we snagged a "cage." I felt like I was sitting in Pier 1 - surrounded by animal print, hardwood, and cast iron. Really cool place to check out if you're in the area, but I probably wouldn't recommend it over the weekend as it sounds like things can get rather pricey and crowded.

Really amazing champagne, wine and everything in between. Food is wonderful and service is…read moreoutstanding!! Such a great spot!

High quality food at reasonable prices. Amazing Champagne choice but also very good wines can be…read morefound. The owner and his wife run the place and are very welcoming and passionate about what they do. This is a bit of a secret jewel.

Nice terrace area to be found via the Drury Lane Theatre…read more I think it is a new area. The terrace gives you a great people watching view above the streets. Great place to chill out whilst the people below busy themselves with their day in Covent Garden whilst you treat yourself to a glass of bubbly. Also has inside area if you don't wish to sit outside

What an awesome place! Great food....BBQ chicken salad and Leopard Burger, fantastic champagne and…read morefriendly service. Frank is the host extraordinaire and the atmosphere is elegant and memorable.

I stayed at the Ruben and fell in love with this quaint bar! The sushi was fresh melt in your…read moremouth and the jazz band was awesome!

This place. Just this place. Everything about it is stunning - the interior, the waiters, the food,…read moreTHE WINE, it's truly wonderful and I urge anyone to go here wherever they live in London. If you're looking for a truly unique and authentic wine experience this is the place. Tony, the owner, is so proud of his store and so passionate about his wine and produce. Everything is fresh and of top quality but at reasonable prices. We started with a glass of their lemoncello and grapefruit prosecco. For someone that doesn't really like prosecco, I loved this. We then ordered a charcuterie board (3 choices for £10) served with crackers and a lovely chutney. We had the salami and special black pepper sausage with tunworth cheese. The cheese was outstanding - packed full of flavour and melted in your mouth. The meats too exquisite - the salami was our favourite for sure! We also had a side of bread and olives. The olives were pure buttery goodness! We couldn't get enough! We also ordered the baby squid in tomato sauce - it was tasty but slightly too fishy for us. Still fantastic quality though. I then had a glass of their Italian rose and a glass of their homemade red. Both delicious, the Rose in particular was fresh and just perfect for a summers day. We couldn't have left happier and every mouthful was a pure delight! We'll be back! :)

As we were walking by to enjoy a nice meal at Trattoria Sapori to celebrate our second wedding…read moreanniversary, we noticed a new wine shop was open in Newington Green. We saw that they sold bottled beers, as well as some on draught, so we thought we'd enjoy a peek before dinner. We both had a pint, and it was so fresh and lively that it took about 10 minutes to get our pints. The inside is rustic and inviting. It would be a great spot for the pub crawls we put on for a group we lead. They do offer a large selection of wines, as well as some meats and nibbles. They've only been open a short time, but it's a nice venue that I hope gets some attention, and can expand their beer selection as time goes on. It's my understanding that it is also associated with Trattoria Sapori (same ownership), so I believe it'll do quite well. Check it out if you're in the area.