Sea Containers Restaurant

You're walking into the sort of place that makes you feel like you've stumbled into a 1930s ocean liner — all art deco curves, terrazzo floors, and tall windows that flood the dining room with light. Sea Containers sits inside the Mondrian Hotel on Upper Ground, overlooking the Thames, and it's got that effortless expensive-looking vibe without feeling stuffy or pretentious. The menu is contemporary European brasserie fare done properly: think Dover sole, duck confit, steak frites. It's the kind of spot where you can do breakfast, lunch, or dinner and feel equally satisfied, whether you're here for a quick solo meal or a proper date.