The Archduke

4.5

4178 Reviews

£25 and under

Steakhouse

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Lively
Good for special occasions
Great for live music

Set on the bustling South Bank, moments from the world-famous London Eye and Royal Festival Hall,
The Archduke restaurant, cocktail and wine bar is a local institution. A mainstay since 1979, The
Archduke was the first restaurant to open in this area, occupying the Victorian railway arches
surrounding Waterloo Station with live jazz performed every night and Sunday afternoon.
Owned and operated by Black and Blue Steakhouse, customers indulge in heavenly cocktails,
delicious wines and modern cuisine including mouth-watering steaks, grilled fish, and
classic rotisserie chicken.
For your private events please contact us for details, we’d love to help you celebrate your special
occasion.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Burgers, Rotisserie Chicken
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
020 7928 1931
Website
http://www.blackandbluerestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Concert Hall Approach, South Bank, London, SE1 8XU
Neighborhood
Waterloo
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Popular dishes

What 4,178 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

London
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
South West London
Great for live music
South West London
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nestled near bustling Waterloo, The Archduke offers a captivating experience with "amazing service," delightful food, and enchanting live jazz. Guests rave about the "fantastic" atmosphere, attentive staff, and "great value" prix fixe menu. A charming spot for celebrations or a cozy evening under the railway arches.

4,178 Reviews

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Carol
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been there quite a few times and every time the service, food and especially the staff are great. Will be back there on Wednesday 😉
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Caroline
London
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food, certainly the best in the area. Quick, friendly service. Always my go-to
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Robert
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good value and great ambience under the railway arches!
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David
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent value all round. Thank you Paolo and his team !
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Tom
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It Sasha me that diners are not asked to keep their conversations to a minimum whilst the musicians are performing. This is norm at Pizza Express Live and other similar venues.
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Sue
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were looked after from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. What a gem of a place. Food was amazing, staff friendly, knowledgeable and understanding of our coeliac needs. Wonderful and we’ll be back m.
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Lorraine
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon. Great food, good value and staff could not have been nicer. Thank you.
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Simon
London
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Our booth for 6 was very cramped indeed. Food was well prepared but no "wow" moments. Service was not at all attentive and in the end we had to skip coffee.
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Edith
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a lunch date. Varied menu suitable for all. Lovely staff giving good service. Steak with steak frites perfectly cooked. Good choice of wine. There is al a carte or table d'hôte at lunch time. Easy to chat even with a few trains rumbling overhead.
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Sam
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A lovely place for atmosphere and drinks! The layout and decor are fantastic, it add to the vibrancy.
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FAQs

The Archduke is rated 4.5 stars by 4178 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Concert Hall Approach, South Bank, London, SE1 8XU

Additional information

Neighborhood
Waterloo
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Burgers, Rotisserie Chicken
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.blackandbluerestaurants.com/
Phone number
020 7928 1931

The Archduke

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Popular dishes

Sirloin

Steak Frites

Ribeye (280g)

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