Oblix

It is a beautiful view in a very up market venue. It is expensive; from my perspective, this is somewhere I could only afford for a very special occasion. The view of London city and beyond is stunning. The bar area is beautifully decorated and the staff offer a service expected in the most elite of venues. I was there on a date, who sadly didn't arrive, but a solitary non alcoholic cocktail at the bar was definitely not a waste of my time.

Went here for a Yours Truly chefs choice tasting meal and had plenty of cocktails to go with it. Couldn’t fault a thing. The food was very tasty, the cocktails great and service was so good. Benjamin was our waiter and he was extremely professional, easy going and polite. We asked to sit on the bar style table facing the bar window to make the meal less formal and give fantastic views of the city and it was definitely a great choice. 10/10 all round!

I came from India to visit my son in London, and on my birthday, he took me to Oblix at The Shard. It was a beautiful surprise and one of the best days of my life. We reached by ferry, and everything felt so special — the view was stunning, the food was excellent, and the place had a great atmosphere. But what truly made the day unforgettable was the staff. Each person we met was incredibly kind, respectful, and thoughtful. They spoke to us with genuine warmth, made sure we were comfortable at every step, and treated us like family. For someone like me, experiencing such hospitality for the first time in a global setting, it meant a lot. Thank you, Oblix, for such a warm and unforgettable experience.

On June 28, 2025, my family and I went here for my mom’s birthday. To be honest, it was one of the best restaurants I’ve been to. First, the Crispy Buttermilk chicken was actually crispy! Not only that, it’s tender and flavorful at the same time too. Secondly, the Peppercorn steak was tasty and didn’t have any chewy or rare spots. Thirdly, the Vanilla Ice Cream sundae was delicious even though the mini brownies were kinda hard and dry. Overall, it was worth our 3 hour stay even though most of our orders were expensive.

I visited Oblix for my birthday brunch and had such a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and I was pleasantly surprised by the generous portion sizes. The views from the restaurant are simply stunning! they really made the occasion feel extra special. Our server, who mentioned he was from Nepal (I wish I’d caught his name!), was incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive, which made us feel truly welcomed. A perfect spot for a memorable celebration – highly recommended!

We were treated to a wonderful Birthday surprise form our Children, Afternoon Tea at the Oblix Restaurant. We were quickly made to feel very welcome. Really impressed that our Waiter was aware that NO FISH request had been requested by our children - he offered us a great alternative. Their attention to detail was incredible. Refilling the bottled water and our hot drinks. Our Afternoon Tea was sublime, it was a taste sensation. We felt throughly spoilt. The selection of tea was incredible and the sandwiches, brioche mini rolls just kept coming. the warmed scones my Hubby said were amazing. All topped off with stunning views that continued to impress us. We spent 2.5 hours in total, most of the time looking at the cityscape for recognised landmarks and spotting new ones. Windsor castle standing majestically on the hill was unbelievable. The vibe in the restaurant was good. It was very busy when we arrived at 2.30pm, It did quietened down around 3.30. A great atmosphere as everyone is wanting to get the most out of their experience. We took our time to really enjoy ourselves. We walked around level 32 with no urgency as the the staff encouraged us to take our time.

We dined at Oblix at The Shard for our honeymoon and had an unforgettable experience. The cocktails were brilliant, bursting with creativity and flavour, and the food was absolutely excellent. Every dish was beautifully presented and delicious. The service was outstanding, and we felt truly well looked after throughout the evening. While it’s on the pricier side, the price point felt justified given the quality, setting, and overall experience. Highly recommend for a special occasion! Thank you Oblix once again.

Absolutely stunning experience — hands down the best view in London! The food was exceptional, beautifully presented and full of flavour. We didn’t even look at the menu — we simply trusted Benjamin’s recommendations, and we’re so glad we did. Every dish he suggested was spot-on, and we thoroughly enjoyed it all. Benjamin was fantastic — warm, knowledgeable, and effortlessly attentive. He made the whole evening feel special. Highly recommend for a memorable night out in the city!

We had a stellar dinner here in our recent trip to London. Our server was "Man" as in Super Man as he introduced himself. We were seated at a cost table in the corner overlooking the city. The restaurant sits 30+ floors over the city and the views are stunning. We tried foods from across the menu and everything was a hit. Cocktails and wine recommendations from the sommelier were great too. We would highly recommend this spot for anyone celebrating a special occasion. Make sure you get a table on the "glass for the best views!

There are two side to this restaurant. The East side for drinks and small bites and the West side for full restaurant. We came for dinner but started with drinks first as our table was not ready. The view of London is amazing on either side. Our window table was booked a month in advance and there's a £20 guarantee fee added. We did the tasting menu for £98 per person. Come hungry for this. I suppose my expectation was a little too high as I think it is not worth the money we paid for the food. It was ok. The wait staff is also ok. If you want to see London at night, and don't care much about dining. The east side is good enough!

The experience was great! We made reservations online for afternoon tea and arrived about 15 mins early and got seated very promptly. At this time The place was a bit empty and we got seated not directly by the window but on the second row and asked to get reseated closer to the window which they gladly accommodated. This seat was actually better because it was a corner view and saw two sides of the building. We upgraded to the champagne option for tea and the refills kept coming! We were first served the sandwiches and my favorite was the coronation chicken and the lobster roll. The salmon was my least favorite, but not because it wasn't good, but because I hate smoked salmon. We asked for a second plate of sandwiches but it was a mistake because by the time the pastries were out we were too full! The desserts were good too! By the time our reservation was coming to an end (3pm) the place was heaving and so loud. Glad we got there early but I know 1 isn't traditionally the time for tea, but it was the smart thing to do. Go visit! There is also complimentary coat check.

HIGHLIGHTS? The green beans & Parmesan / truffle fries. Wagyu burger. German waitress was lovely. Steak. Elevator. LowLIGHTS? Food & cocktails are average.. Lobster was lacking flavour and rubbery. Dessert selection was super boring -- especially for London. Apart from the German waitress -- terrible. Not even salt and pepper / napkins on our table. WARNING -- not all "window" seats are windows (& we got put in a rubbish corner). Pre-booked window seat and put in corner without a view. Talked to waiter who told me he was too busy to check my reservation. Mentioned it to host who said that technically I had a window even if it just looked over another restaurant. Manager said "she would try" and then never came back. Zero interest. Obviously recurring scam. Ruined the experience of the sunset I had planned for my family and booked 1 month in advance. Super frustrating as they didn't care.

Service is terrible as they race you through your 2hr window to sit, eat and leave. The Assistant Manager actually took my credit card from the table without my permission and wanted to charge the card on the hand held terminal. We are in London monthly and my wife and I will NEVER go to Oblix again. There are way better choices in London. Scott's in Mayfair as an example. Save your time and money this is a Tourist Trap.

We dined at Oblix for my girlfriend's birthday last week and everyone was amazing!!! I had forgotten to include that we were dining for a birthday in my notes however the staff were so nice and accommodating & even brought out a dessert with a candle to make the even more special. Ok, so the meal was immaculate. We ordered crab cakes and calamari to start. The drinks were also great. The pork chops were tender and well seasoned (they come with a bbq glaze). The dessert took me by surprise because it was so big. I ordered a brownie sundae & it was massive. Overall, the food was amazing and the view was unmatched. Perfect for a romantic date night or special occasion!

Might be the best meal I've ever had. Make a reservation for Oblix West and pay the extra to secure a window table. The views of London won't disappoint from up here. The service was impeccable, friendly, and not stuffy. My husband and I both ordered the signature peppercorn steak. It cut like butter and was cooked perfectly. Wine list is comprehensive with a knowledgeable sommelier. We ordered Slingshot, a reasonably priced red, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. For sides, my husband ordered fries and I ordered the tomato and olive salad. We declined dessert but they brought out a dish for our anniversary. It was delicious and a nice touch. I think the ice cream and pastry were homemade. After dinner we chose to enjoy an after dinner drink, and the hostess walked us to Oblix East and sat us in there with a view of the east side of the city and live music. The whole evening, both East and West, was perfect. We can't wait to return.

Stopped for a quick couple days in London on our way to Ireland and made reservations for Oblix East. We knew it was a tasting menu but thought we'd only get to choose one item from each of the three courses, but no...you get all the things on the menu! There were 5 items in the first course, 4 items in the second course, and a huge plate of desserts for the last course. We felt like this was an incredible value for the £65/pp we paid. We added the the wine pairing on for an additional £32 each, which we also thought was a steal for 3 glasses of wine (although we didn't love the last wine offering.) All of the food was really, really good, but the buttermilk chicken in the first course was exceptionally good. Every dish had so much flavor and texture, and we were wowwed with every bite. Going in, we thought we'd probably leave hungry but we actually couldn't finish the entire meal! The restaurant is lovely inside and the booths have comfy loveseats instead of chairs. The views are amazing, obviously. It was a rainy evening but we enjoyed watching the Tower Bridge light up as it got dark. You are basically right above the London Bridge tube station and it was even fun watching the trains come and go. Georgia (our server) and Maxim (the sommelier) took excellent care of us. AND the Pink Cadillac is absolutely one of the best cocktails I've ever had.

Made a reservation for a window table but was late and lost our table. However they were able to find us some seats at the high table next to the window. Waitress is very nice and pretty busy, so not as attentive. Food is amazing! Absolutely love the lobster and crab spaghetti, and the creamy green beans. The crab cake is only okay, nothing too special. View was not as nice since it's a rainy day but overall a great experience and would def come back in the future. (Restaurant is right attached to the London Bridge underground station and super convenient)

Wagyu burger with fries 6.71/10- the meat was juicy and the cheese was melted perfectly however it was honestly a bit dry and I found the bread to be overwhelming. The fries were okay, needed a bit of seasoning Calamari 3.69/10- honestly disappointing, bit too over fried but I like the jalapeño however a bit disappointed I thought there would be more flavor. The lime was necessary to be squeezed on top Truffle fries 6.41/10- the truffle was good however they were a bit too thick cut for my liking. The shredded Parmesan was a great touch. White wine 4.32/10- light and tasted good at first but the after taste creeped up on you and was overbearing and "obnoxious" Truffle flatbread -2/10- literally so small, was not really flatbread, didn't really have sauce so it was dry. The truffle pieces were big though. The flatbread also had pancetta (ham) on it and when asked to substitute or remove the ham the server ridiculed and insisted on keeping it though the customer stated that she doesn't eat red meat.. which was quite rude Pasta 5/10- It was so plain, there was literally no flavor or spice however it was still your classic red sauce penne pasta so it was still bearable Dessert platter 2.47/10- for having 4 desserts on here this was incredibly disappointing. Everything was just terrible. The icecream flavors tasted so artificial and consistency sucked. The cheesecake flavor was bland and sour, the crust was also not good. The chocolate hazelnut pie was just okay- mid at best Honestly the food and service at Oblix the Shard was incredibly disappointing. Considering the Shard is the tallest building in the United Kingdom and Oblix is pricey, the only thing about good about this restaurant was the view. The servers were rude and it took roughly 2 hours for us to even get our food. The food in question was terrible quality and ridiculously priced for no reason other than tourism. Great view tho.

We went to the shard on holiday with the family We were blown away with the food. Steaks cooked perfectly. Pasta done professionally. Service was outstanding. The views and setting are simply amazing. Well done folks well done.

From the moment we walked in the service, ambiance and food was outstanding. I would highly recommend it.

Happened to pass through London on a Sunday, and decided to try the famous Oblix at the shard. Amazing food and unrivaled view, no more words needed.

Beautiful spot with great staff! We only went in for a glass of wine, but everyone was helpful and the tea options and food looked lovely!

Very excited about finally making it to Oblix At The Shard. Not that hard to get a reservation! Be prepared. Entrance requires a pretty strict security check, quite similar to TSA at airports. Elevators take you up to the restaurant, floor 32, in about 15 seconds (eat pops!). Oblix has a very fancy, must seen, bougie feel to it! When you're entering to dining room, you walk past the kitchen area. You see all the delicious food, and the cooks bustling around preparing the gourmet selections. We were here for brunch (birthday treat from my sister and husband). The have an al La carte option, and two pre-fix options: Rose Brunch at £89, and a Champagne Brunch at £115. Both options come with a choice of sides, main dish, dessert, wines or cocktail. The difference between the two options is the £115 has champagne as your beverage choice. I think the £89 was a great choice, since I was mostly interested in the food. With each option, your wines are bottomless!! Pace yourself! Lol As you would expect, the plates were served and presented with gourmet style. The servers and support staff were very professional and friendly. We ordered the burrata, , jumbo prawn cocktail, diver scallops, crab cake, as our starters. My favourite was the Jumbo prawn cocktail. The gem lettuce and spicy cocktail sauce were amazing! The diver scallops were also great. I enjoyed the truffle sauce with this dish. Our mains: Line caught sea bass, black cod and the wagyu burger. I loved the wagyu burger. It is served well done on a soft brioche 86 and truffle fries. The dessert tray consisted of French macarons, cheese cake, and some delicious chocolate dish. Nice touch from our server, Saul, to add "happy birthday" to the plate. I would be remiss to not mention the main attraction here. The spectacular views of London! Totally breathtaking and like no other view of London you'll experience. I would've love to had a table next to the window! Overall this 5 star, upscale and fancy restaurant was enjoyable and worth the experience. I would recommend coming here for a very special occasion. I'm sure dining here for dinner is comparably just a lovely. You can't beat nighttime city views! I will certainly make Oblix a stop on my visits to London.

Booked for 5pm, definitely not busy at this time and the views were amazing I would love to come back just to see if I can catch the sunset and the night views! Very elegant and elevated Coctails! We got two drinks one was the pina colada white chocolate that came in a Dino egg! Perched on a birds nest so much fun! And the other was the kiss the rainbow martini both were delicious and and well balanced. The views themselves were well worth the visit.

We ate at Oblix West and had a wonderful view of the sunset. Our drinks were good. Dinner was the pepper steak and pork chop for us and both were generous portions and very tender. Both had flavorful preparations. We loved the gratin potatoes- they had a crispy crust to die for. The broccoli was good too. But service was very slow and our waiter apologized but it was irritating. Also we were seated at the high top counter and the person next to my husband was crowding him. That was also irritating. So good food and location, but the service and space need improvement.

I definitely expected much much more. I'm so sad to say that my first real reservation experience was a fluke. First off my patient was for 10 PM. I arrived at 10:16 PM due to security and walking out of the metro with a whole station being closed due to all of the protest yet when I arrived to the reservation desk, no one was there and I wasn't even greeted with the welcome instead, I was given a oh, no so if you want to, you can sit down and have drinks. OK fine we can have drinks, only to find out that the menu shows that their kitchen is open until 1030. we had asked the hostess to let us sit to a table that was a little bit closer to the window since we wanted a nice view to take some pictures. She noted know you can't get there because the table was there for other people that are coming for cocktails. We've been here for 40 minutes and no one has come there's three open tables around me and around the corner even more- come to think I think we were the only ones with the worse table view-How rude is that. The waitress comes over to say that she will check if the kitchen is still allowing for food since it was 1020. even with the restaurant at half capacity they still managed to ignore our table, so we quickly had our overpriced drinks and vowed not to return!

Our first major meal in London England and it was quite special. We had lovely window seating and the views were amazing. Our server was top notch. The afternoon tea was quite the 2 hour experience. It was bottomless food and my son ordered refills of the sandwiches (mini prawn & lobster roll, cocktail sauce as well as the free range egg mayonnaise, brioche & Truffle). Imagine a 5 star eating experience with amazing deliciacies that is bottomless and that is the Oblix. Both children loved the sandwiches, scones and pastries. It was an outstanding experience and would recommend any couple or family to book afternoon tea at the Oblix at the Shard. The views were spectacular. The food was delicious. The quality and quantity filled up my growing teen boy. The service was so amazing for a 1st time London visitor. London hospitality was top notch. The server went through in detail, taking time to explain each deliciously crated edible treat, including the sandwiches, scones, and pastries. His service was so memorable, I plan to write a note to the manager once I return home. He is even on video, explaining everything in detail. Photos don't do justice of the dining experience of afternoon tea at the Oblix at the Shard. Definitely recommend afternoon tea here. Worth every penny and every second spent at the Oblix.

The Shard is that big pointy shiny building in London that has a bunch of fancy restaurants/bars at the top and Oblix is one of them. I'll admit, Oblix was not recommended to me by my British coworkers at the time since they said it was only a tourist trap but true to form I went solo anyway and sat at the bar. Whatever, call me a tourist, but I am so glad I didn't listen to them! Why? Reasons: 1. Amazing live vocalist singing 2. Amazing unobstructed views 3. Amazing cocktails... although they were 16 pounds a pop (god that's like $25 american AGH) *starts hyperventaling into a paper brown bag* One of my personal favorites was watching the cute bartenders chiseling at a giant block of ice, muscles contracting back and forth.... niiiiiiice. DEFINITELY get the Lobster/Scallop ceviche if you are a fan of lobster, scallops or ceviche... it was 21 pounds (OMG SO MUCH $$$ WHEN YOU CONVERT) but it was so good I'm willing to overlook it. Just be a tourist and enjoy yourself, there are way worse things in this world to be accused of.

This review is for Oblix East (the bar, not the restaurant side) We arrived to a half empty room with plenty of seats near windows, and were still seated as far away from them as possible. No server came by at any point to go thru the menu or bring water (we noticed other people getting service like this). Eventually someone took our drink orders but said there was no food available at that moment, not even basic bar snacks. Oblix west was serving food and other people ordered tea service which was mainly food, so it was quite odd that the only thing we could get was hard alcohol. Additionally, the bar description makes it sound as if you get the full 360 view, when you really only get about 1/3 of it. The drinks were just ok and totally overpriced. The decor and vibe was also underwhelming. There wasn't really music or anything interesting about the place. We ended up leaving right away and paying for observation deck tickets to get the full view anyway. And realized they have a bar up there as well. It felt like a waste of time and money coming to such a bland bar first.

This was my second time at the Shard, but my first time at night. Oblix is an absolute stunner from the moment you enter its corridor of lights. Since my family and I arrived early, we were sat at a high table near the bar but our table ready before our reservation time. We had the 3 course special which included 2 bottles of wine for our party. For my appetizer I had Jumbo prawn cocktail, gem lettuce & spicy cocktail sauce. It included quite a bit of their special sauce, which I would've preferred drizzled over or on the side, but no biggie. I had the Spicy lobster and crab linguini, chilli, garlic & lemon for my entree. I enjoyed every bit of it. I concluded with the Chocolate fondant, salted caramel ice cream which I still crave till this day. And not to forget, I ordered their showstopper born a star. It was a passionfruit cocktail that taste equally as good as its grandeur presentation. We enjoyed our visit and I especially enjoyed the playlist. Our second wine was packaged for us to take home. I highly recommend placing a reservation. The setting is great for afternoon business meeting and evening intimate dinners. The view of the city is everything. I can't wait to return. Check out my mini vlog of our visit on my Tiktok/IG page with more clips to come https://www.tiktok.com/@udyontheglo/video/7068365348772482350?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1

Oblix is one of the finest restaurants in all of London, perched on the 32nd floor of The Shard with sweeping views of the city. You'll pay good money for this culinary experience, but it is absolutely worth every penny! You can't say that about every high class restaurant, but Oblix did not disappoint. The truffle flatbread appetizer was a stunning symphony of flavors that only a proper chef could accomplish, artfully combining ricotta and pancetta on wafers. Stellar! The wagyu beef, aged in-house, was naturally perfect! You can even see the meats on display behind glass when you enter the restaurant. The succulent pork chop was absolutely stunning, accentuated by the chimichurri dipping sauce. The béarnaise was less than impressive, but the red wine sauce made up for that minor stumble. The seared beef appetizer with Parmesan and artichoke was delicious, but surprisingly upstaged by the flatbread. The dessert menu is filled with impeccable creations, like the cheesecake or the highly-recommended pecan chocolate bar with bourbon ice cream. Oblix made our anniversary very special, and it's one of those places where you truly cannot go wrong with any choice you make! When traveling by subway, take the underground train (the tube) to London Bridge station on the Jubilee or Northern lines. Exit the station, walk along the base of The Shard, hang a left in front of the building, and take the last revolving door on your left.

Amazing view, good food, and wonderful service! A great way to spend our last night in London.

Oblix has one of the nicest views of london. Oblix located at the shard are separated into two separate dining rooms and an open bar. Reservations can be made through seven rooms. Reservations are highly recommended as most dining in places in London are booked up several weeks In advance. We were lucky to get a booth table which provides a little bit more privacy. There's a lot of ala carte items that you can order from but we opted for the chef's tasting menu which included a whole lobster. Minimum of two is needed to try the chefs tasting menu. The food was really good here my favorite were the prosciutto, calamari and main lobster. The drinks presentation was also lovely as most of the items are encased in a special box or with smoke coming out of it :) super intriguing.

Cant beat the view. Clean, chic interior. Good cheesecake. Inside this veneer are pretension and terrible service. After being seated we received no acknowledgment for 20 minutes. Once server finally came we received no explanation of the menu that you'd expect at somewhere of even 1/4 of the price. Drinks came and the real struggle begins. It was a Monday night and not busy. Instead of attending to customers, the staff paced around and stared. Was prepared to order a second (and third) round of their overpriced drinks simply to continue enjoying the view. But I was convinced if I had a spotlight I would not have got the staff's attention. What exactly they were doing mill around, I don't have the faintest idea. Attempting to make a second drink order (nearly an hour after receiving our first) was such a struggle my partner and I left out of a matter of principle. Had to walk up to the bar and asked the befuddled manager for the cheque. Place makes you like an unwanted dunce who's only there to annoy them. I don't care if it's a pretentious rooftop bar or McDonald's--getting staff attention should never be this difficult. Do not go unless you're into being served by an aloof staff, buying overpriced drinks and dealing with a snobby vibe. Ruined our night.

Amazing views, delicious food, and impeccable service! We got the "bottomless wine and tea" option with our afternoon tea. The wait staff and management were delightful and attentive! This is a must do when in London and can't wait to go back!

Great place to finish you're visit in London. Great view of the city. Our waiter was very nice and attentive as well, the food came out quick. The highlight of this place was their dry aged ribeye, it was so tender and probably one of the best steaks I've had. 10/10 would come back again

I took my boyfriend and his family here for his birthday. Already had high expectations since it's located in the Shard but daaaang, the food was delish! Everything we ordered, I honestly had no complaints about. We ordered: Sirloin steak - Cooked to perfection (Medium). Definitely worth the price tag for this food! Side dishes doesn't come with this, but the mash and the chips accompanied the steal really well. Whole Lobster - wonderful! The flavouring and the lobster itself was delicious! Pork dish (i forgot the name of it) - honestly, look at my photo. This dish, if you're a pork fan, is a MUST. It was soooo so so good! I could eat this all day! It was soft and so easy to chew. The skin was crispy affff, which is what i also love! I would for sure go back to this restaurant. Still need to try the other items on the menu!

I super loved this place! It's definitely my type of vibe especially just unwinding and exploring all around London VIEWS!!! Sophisticated dining and yes their drinks are world-class fancy looking cocktails and premium alcohol selections. Located on the 32nd floor of The Shard. Will be back again!

Wow! What a terrific view! But do stick to the drinks on the menu. I ordered a martini and they charged me 20 quid!

Today is my friend's birthday! We walked in on Friday and made reservations for tonight's dinner at the Oblix, West Wing (7PM). We got there 1/2 hour early but the lovely lady accommodated us right away. We had a view of St Pauls Cathedral, and could see the London Eye at a far distance. They do security check, pretty much like the airport before going in. The restaurants had a dedicated elevator, "32nd floor". We had Kamil as our server, he was great and very attentive. Service was great from beginning to end. My friend had the "Born a Star" cocktail, which was served in a Shard red case that when opened, had a "Smokey effect", thought that was cool...I had the Supersonic collins, which I thought was alright. For appetizers, we got the sourdough bread with home made butter and Crabcakes served with caviar on top. Had the roasted chicken with rosemary and truffle fries and mushroom risotto. For dessert, we had the Oblix chocolate fondant with salted caramel ice cream. On top of that, they brought a birthday ice cream that sat on a bed of biscoff(?) for my friend's birthday and as a bonus, we were given another ice cream for my birthday! Overall, had a wonderful time at The Shard. Thank you to the lovely crew for for a great birthday celebration Sincerely,

I visited Oblix a number of times while living in London for cocktails and some live jazz (and, of course, the view), but my favorite experience was coming here for dinner back in November of 2017. We celebrated our engagement here the day I proposed, and it has since become a very special place in our hearts. I made reservations a few weeks in advance, and we enjoyed a delicious steak dinner, and our sommolier paired the perfect wines with each of our meals. We had a beautiful view of the Tower Bridge and the square mile the whole time, and our server was wonderful to us. When she found out what we were there to celebrate, she had the kitchen bring a complimentary dessert plate out to us. I thought it was SUCH a nice gesture. The specialty cocktails, the night-time views, and the live music (at least, all the bands I happened to see) make this place worth visiting anytime you're in town; but this experience made Oblix an all-time favorite for me.

When you first walk into the Shard, there is a security check and scan before you enter the elevators. Once you get in the elevators, no need to press any buttons and just enjoy the quick 15 second ride up to the 32nd floor. Oblix shares the same floor as the the other restaurants but is located on one side. There is coat check available before you enter in the restaurant. To go through the seating area you'll first walk through the open front kitchen. It's a cool design concept in my opinion but also feels rather strange since its brightly lit and then you immediately switch over to a dimly light dining area. My group of four was seated at a booth. The booth was quite nice and had the view of the wine room. We could see a bit of the London view from where we were but from a distance. To be honest, I don't think Oblix has the best view. Later we ventured over to the Hu Tong/Aqua Shard side and I liked their view a lot more. For starters, my group ordered the crab cakes and smoked salmon flatbread. Both were good dishes. The crab cakes were 2 pieces, warm and soft. They were served with a side salad. The smoked salmon flatbread was in a shape of a pizza. They definitely gave a generous helping of smoked salmon. For entrees we ordered duck for two, lobster and Bbq black cod. Our sides were mashed potatoes and mushrooms. Out of all the entrees I really enjoyed the Bbq black cod. It was so soft and perfect. I thought the BBQ sauce was a decent addition to the dish but didn't particularly enjoy the salsa side. The duck was also well cooked and not a bad dish. The lobster however was so dry and hardly had any meat on it. It was a rather disappointing dish. For desserts we ordered the cheesecake and seasonal Thai mango and exotic sorbet. I really enjoyed the mangoes! They were in season and just the best tasting mangoes. It combined really well with the three different sorbet flavors. I also got a fresh fruit juice which if I am remember was a blend of grapefruit, passion fruit and one other fruit. It was delicious!

Went enter for afternoon tea. This place has a great view! If you can, definitely get a table by the window. Food was great!! Like their tea sandwich. Scone was so fresh and moist. Don't remember everything on the desert place but there's a chestnut eclair (don't know the exact name) was so great! It was nutty and creamy, while the eclair shell was so light!

With any one of these elements, you can still have an acceptable restaurant: small portions; high prices; snobbery; imperfect service. This place has all four and an amazing view of downtown London. Ride the Eye and eat elsewhere.

Very poor service. Waited 30 minutes for our order to be taken, starters arrived at different times and when we pointed this out to the waiter, we were met with a curt "we will serve the food as and when it's ready". We had to ask the waiter for water even though our glasses were empty. Food is tasty but not unique. All in all a disappointing experience especially given the price (£144 per person for a three course meal with wine - what a joke!). We asked to have our service charge removed and we weren't even asked why. Won't return - do yourself a favour and spend your money elsewhere. This ruined my parent's wedding anniversary meal.

Food and service were exceptional! Visiting from the US, we were welcomed warmly, shown the bar to wait for our reservation, and then our server gave excellent recommendations and was very kind. Albeit a very foggy day, you pay for the views and exclusivity of dining at the Shard, but the meal was amazing with fresh ingredients and creative spins. We concluded our meal with some Earl Grey tea that my partner fell in love with. After returning home a few months later, she reached out to Oblix on social to find out the maker of the tea and an extremely helpful employee named Lesley went above and beyond to respond to our message and find out that it's the Rare Tea Company. I would recommend, especially the calamari!!

I loved this restaurant. The ambience was great, cozy and the view from the glass walls was AMAZING! We called and made a late last minute reservation. The accepted us, kindly reminding us that the kitchen was closing soon. My cousin and I decided to share everything: in the US, that's very reasonable.However, here, all of the portions were smaller. We shared, though and were both satisfied. My favorite item on the menu was the chocolate hazelnut cake. It is possibly the best chocolate desert I've ever eaten. The only bad part of the experience was our server, Mohammed. When I asked him the difference between squid and calamari, he said, "Squd...Calamari." and moved his hands,palms up, like a balancing scale. He commented that the difference was like that of chicken and beef. What??! I've had both plenty of times but wanted clarity that day. So, I Googled what Mohammed couldn't tell me. Before we left, Mohammed declared himself as the best server in the world then overcharged my bill and then offered the additional glass of wine first instead of the refund on the bill. Hmmm With desert , two drinks and the tip, we paid around $170 US. You decide.

Due to many cancellations and postponements, due to Covid19, the time had come to celebrate my 75th birthday (thanks to my partner for the pressie). We had booked Oblix East so I could see my birthplace, The East end of London. Unfortunately, we received an email, with an alteration, telling us we had been placed in Oblix West. No problem, I was so glad that we were there, at last. Going through security was easy and the lift flight up, fast and smooth. Reception, in Oblix, was so swift and slick, yet friendly. We had arrived 15 minutes early (that's usual for us) and the table wasn't ready. We were asked if we would like to go for a drink while waiting in Oblix East. This was a bonus, got what I wanted in the first place. A charming young lady guided us to a window table. There, in front of me, was my birthplace. Just a point, that surprised me, the 'corridor' to the bar was so unlike the outside glass façade of The Shard. Ordering a drink, which arrived so promptly. Service was second to none. After about 30 minutes we were told our table was ready so, again, guided through that unusual corridor to Oblix West. It was packed with people but tables were well apart and masks always (???) to be worn when walking around. We had ordered a window table (supplement £5 per person). It was perfect. The West End of London. Again another drink arrived promptly as did the food that we ordered. Service here was second to none. They seemed to be in your head and ready to take your request. As for the food, exquisite in all ways. Only down was the government restriction of closure at 10 pm. Covid19 hitting again. You may have noticed my ???? after masking. My partner, on going to the loo, had forgotten and was reminded, politely, by a member of staff (no problem whatsoever). However, as she said, the young girls in the loo were walking out without masks. All in all, a wonderful evening. Thank you for my Happy Birthday ice-cream. If you ever get the chance (reserve early) it is well worth the visit. We loved it. Thank you to all the staff for this memorable evening.

The view is great, food is decent but basic. I had the full lobster it was okay , for dessert I had icream and brownies, was horrible. This place tries to he up market but it really isnt. They basically kick you out after 2 hours, disgusting service, the waiters are rushed and run up and down. The view is the only thing good, I will not return. They couldn't even give a free dessert to my partner for his birthday, Not up to standard, other places in this price range offers free dessert if you celebrate birthday or anniversary. It's a tourist place to go once and never again. Bathrooms are terrible, small, dark and dingy. This place is not worth the price.

We walked to the shard in hopes to get up to one of the restaurants to enjoy the view. We chose Oblix~ and so glad we did! The path in from the elevators sets the stage, and then you enter and take in the gorgeous views! There were 2 sets of couples as we were both on our honeymoon and we got there at the perfect time for a drink before all their reservations kicked in. I recommend going around 4 (or an off time in between meals) to be able to get a table by the window. Views were awesome. Our cocktails were so fancy and hand-crafted with such unique garnishes and details upon presentation. They did hurry us out for their next reservation after our drinks, but that was okay. If you're going to visit the Shard, recommend drinks at Oblix.

We saw a review of Oblix on a YouTube video and we determined that it was a must for our honeymoon trip to London. After a long flight, we had a reservation soon thereafter. We got to Oblix much earlier than our reservation but was still seated immediately. We had a beautiful view of London. The windows are beautifully cleaned so you can have an unobstructed view of the city. We ordered Sunday Roast because everyone says it's a must tradition. After a short wait, we received our appetizer that comes with the meal. It was delicious. I had not had food that tasted that good in a long time. Our Sunday Roast came out shortly after and it was spectacular. Beautifully cooked meat, tender potatoes and other delicious food. Even though we were full, we made sure to eat as much as we could because you don't often get to indulge in a feast that amazing. It is a bit pricey (about $50/person) for the Sunday Roast but it's truly worth it for quality and quantity. The service to get an alcoholic drink can improve and not sure why it takes so long. It's worth making this a stop on your London trip. You will not be disappointed. I hope to go to Oblix again in the future.

Wonderful dinner with my wife on our final evening in London. Top-notch staff make everything perfect. Noticed a family wearing trainers left waiting outside the lounge: Please refer to the Oblix rules (now referred to as the David J rules of dining and life): -No trainers -No ball caps -No kids You might wonder why, well there was a group of four obnoxious Americans in the dining room (including one clown with his glasses on his head, wearing trainers). This is the reason I did not give five stars. Couldn't anyone find an extra chicken bone somewhere to shove down this guy's throat to shut him up? Now, as for my man, Alex - wow! Alex made this surprise dinner for my wife perfect -with a front frown seat to the beautiful views.

We booked reservations to Oblix the second we found out there was another restaurant within the shard. Already have gone to Hutong our expectations were high- but let me assure you the food was beyond our standards. The menu is Mediterranean so we might be bias as it's our favorite cuisine. I must say the view is better from Hutong but then again it couldn't been where we were seated. The sunsets on the other side of the building but you do get beautiful pastel skies during this time. Our drinks were strong and one thing I loved about their cocktails is that they all consisted of herbs and natural sugars. We later ordered wines to go with our meals, all of the wines we tried were top of the line. Their wine list is complete and I promise whatever you're looking for you'll find! I ordered a sea-bass and my boyfriend had lamb chops- both were cooked to perfection and their uniquely tasteful sauces. Not too overpowering, we also ordered sides to share. All of the sides were good and even paired with both dishes very nicely. This menu is well thought out and the service is A1. Dessert was my favorite not only based on taste but their presentation.

Talk about dinner with a view! We had a great time at Oblix at the Shard. Oblix is on the 32nd floor and offered a great view of the London skyline. We were initially seated at bar height tables which didn't really work with the skirt I was wearing. After a few requests, we were given one of the best seats in the house. The seats offered a front row seat to some amazing views. Our food and drinks were really good. The waiter provided some great recommendations for drinks, entrees and desserts. We enjoyed all of it. We stayed so long we almost got escorted out (they were closing). Great place for cocktails and conversations!!

A snobby and expensive place to be. .after security check on ground floor, going up to the 32 floor. Instead of warm greeting by hostess, I get warning by one of female hostess asking me to take off my hat. My mind immediately thought that I have come to the wrong place..a religious Church instead of the bar. the views is blocking by the metal frames. For a best views, I would think Hutong restaurant provide a better views than this bar.

The view is lovely from Oblix West at the Shard. We initially wanted to eat on the East side but did not make reservations and the restaurant was full. We got a seat at the West side which has a more formal dinner menu. We started our meal with a Burrata which was garnished and decorated to perfection. The taste was rich and satisfying overall. The main meal was the rotisserie chicken which was well cooked and moist. The mashed potatoes where one of the best I've tried. Great experience overall.

I was a little disappointed by the restaurant at the Shard - Oblix. The view is absolutely beautiful and I suggest making a reservation during sunset which is extremely beautiful. The food however is mediocre. My husband got the Rib Eye which was pretty basic. It was good, but nothing special. I got the BBQ black cod which was quite unusual. The BBQ sauce overpowered the dish and took over. All I could taste was BBQ which is disappointing for me. The fish did not seem very fresh and some parts were extremely fishy. The appetizers and drinks were actually very good. We have the Octopus and Tuna Tartar were fulfilling and delicious. All in all - it is an experience and I probably would not go again. For someone debating whether or not to go - I suggest go for appetizers and drinks and skip the dinner portion.