The Wharf - Menu

56 Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE19PP, SE1 9PX, United Kingdom

🛍 Pubs, British, European, Contemporary

3.7 💬 2258 Reviews
The Wharf

Phone: +442074017314,+442074523000,+442074523551

Address: 56 Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE19PP, SE1 9PX, United Kingdom

City: London

Menu Dishes: 13

Reviews: 2258

Website: http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/your-visit/food-and-drink/the-understudy

"I came directly from Brazil to The Understudy bar in London on the recommendation of an American friend with great taste in craft beer. As soon as I walked in, I had a very pleasant impression of a well-trafficked atmosphere with very distinctive décor. The music in the room also seemed very tasteful, with a good variety of British and American bands from the psychedelic rock counterculture of the 60s and 70s, including The Animals, CCR, and Jefferson Airplane. I confess that I fell in love with the cosy, charming, and elegant welcome of this bar in the heart of London, just a 15-minute walk from Big Ben and the London Eye along the River Thames. The beers I drank were particularly tasty, special adn delectable. The bar offers a diversity of flavor experiences, with a range of different beers, each with its own distinct personality. Before choosing my starter beer, I had the opportunity to sample a number of different craft beers, kindly offered by a very welcoming team. I tried a variety of IPA, PALE ALE, and STRONG ALE beers, each one more flavorsome than the last. I have to confess that my taste buds had synesthetic experiences. I was charmed by the warmth with which Anna and Alice welcomed me, with a remarkable talent for handling customers ' requests with attention, kindness, and grace. In short, the place is cozy, very well attended, and alluring. My only criticism is that it would be much more alluring if the staff could dress more freely in their own clothes, rather than a monochrome outfit with National Theater KERB written on it, which I found very distasteful and which contrasts enormously with the free, alluring, and relaxed atmosphere of The Understudy. Apart from the staff 's terrible choice of clothes, The Understudy is an authentic bar you will want to visit and that will remain in your memory for a long and good time."

Lulu Lulu

Such a lovely little bar on the river with interesting food choices and cocktails. Had a great night here, will definitely be back!

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Birgitta-Kenneth
Birgitta-Kenneth

We visited during the afternoon so it was very quiet but passet by later on and it was jam packed. We had nice drinks, staff was great. Minus was the inly bubblet they served was Prosecco!


Colin
Colin

Terrible experience at this restaurant. I ordered through a QR code at my table, paid, and was waiting for my food to arrive. However, I received a text message saying my order had been cancelled and I was refunded. Not impressed.


MonkeyMagic80
MonkeyMagic80

One of our faves. The selection of food is comprehensive and the chicken is spot on. The food selection ranges from Indian, chicken to sourdough pizza. Not busy and staff were very attentive and had great service. We always look forward to visiting this place again. View menu


Lydia
Lydia

The food and drinks at the restaurant are delicious and ideal for a quick bite before a show. However, I must mention the poor service I received at the bar. I was surprised by the rudeness and overall lack of good service and attention. I saw customers of all ages that night, and I hope they did not have the same experience I did. I hope it was just an unfortunate incident.


Fred
Fred

For a bar in such a creative and lively spot as the understudy its a real shame to see what's happening there, I don't know if this is a management problem but The Understudy is becoming increasingly bland by the day. The same music every night. The vibe used to be bright and lively but is now just dead. The cherry on top for all of this is now I have seen that the staff are being forced to wear a uniform. Why? Seems to go against the ethos of the understudy and the national theatre as a whole. Such a shame.


Sarah
Sarah

On Easter Sunday, we decided to have a drink at this restaurant. The weather was nice and there were a lot of people around. We noticed that there were plenty of outside tables available, which should have been a warning sign. Unfortunately, the tables were not cleaned between customers, if at all. The drinks were decent, but with typical high prices for London. My husband didn't enjoy the beer, he thought it tasted off but it could have just been a matter of personal preference. The restroom was unisex, with one side closed off leading to long lines and dirty facilities. The only redeeming quality of this place was its location. View menu


Ali
Ali

We called in on a passing walk on South Bank. Served by tall lad with long hair. Got back to the wife and she noticed the wine was room temprature and it wasnt very nice at all . The other half wasnt happy so I took it back and in fairness was given a rebate of £8.50 after a bit of an argument with the same staff who told me all the wine had just been put in the fridge). Spoiled our night out because the bar staff just shrugged his shoulders and asked me what do i want expect ?. We noticed other customers going back and having Ice put into the wine to cool it . Its pricy enough London Prices but no excuse for this and so take some advise . dont argue if a customer complains if the wine isnt...


Brian
Brian

This cavernous concrete bunker has no atmosphere and is a blight on the otherwise wonderful experience of visiting the National Theatre. As an elderly couple, we had booked our table for lunch a few days in advance but were shown to high stools around a very small elevated table certainly insufficient space for lunch. We were then taken to an annexe and offered any table as it was more or less empty. Abandoned without any further help at all !! I went to the to order a drink but the young girl serving insisted i move to the front of the bar why? Order placed and returned to table but the drinks were not delivered, I had to return and collect them. Not possible to open a "tab for drinks and f...


yantibet
yantibet

I came directly from Brazil to The Understudy bar in London on the recommendation of an American friend with great taste in craft beer. As soon as I walked in, I had a very pleasant impression of a well-trafficked atmosphere with very distinctive décor. The music in the room also seemed very tasteful, with a good variety of British and American bands from the psychedelic rock counterculture of the 60s and 70s, including The Animals, CCR, and Jefferson Airplane. I confess that I fell in love with the cosy, charming, and elegant welcome of this bar in the heart of London, just a 15-minute walk from Big Ben and the London Eye along the River Thames. The beers I drank were particularly tasty, sp... View menu

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  • Pubs "Discover a cozy atmosphere with hearty meals, craft beers, and classic pub fare. Enjoy comfort food favorites like fish and chips, burgers, and wings, paired with a refreshing pint or creative cocktail."
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients. View menu
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.
  • Contemporary Contemporary cuisine embraces innovative techniques and global flavors, offering a creative blend of traditional and modern dishes designed to surprise and delight the palate.

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