RS Hispaniola (Bar, Restaurant)

Victoria Embankment, West End, London, WC2N 5DJ
Cuisine: European
Average Price: £34
Tel: 020 7839 3011
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1) “Boat food” is generally considered to be only a small step up from airplane food, summoning images of cramped kitchen quarters, identikit cruise ship buffets and seasickness. But the RS Hispaniola, one of London’s best floating restaurants, permanently moored by the Hungerford Bridge at Embankment, does an excellent job of dispelling these unfair preconceptions, offering excellent cuisine and hospitality.
2) Open for lunch and dinner, Hispaniola offers a wide range of options for the peckish river-dweller, from a reasonably-priced set menu to à la carte selections and light bites.
3) The Upper Deck boasts impressive views of the South Bank and the London Eye over the river, especially from its outdoors section. Down below, the vast Main Deck can be deployed for large functions and events; while the smaller Officer’s Mess is ideal for catered conferences and meetings.
4) We heeded our host’s suggestion and opted for the ham hock terrine and smoked mackerel mousse for starters - an enjoyable assault on the tastebuds that set up the main course perfectly.
5) Next up, fishcakes in saffron sauce and rib eye steak offered a taste of haute cuisine (“boat cuisine”?) not normally associated with the high seas. We’ve come a long way since Sir Walter Raleigh navigated his way round the globe, picking weevils out of seabiscuits, and thankfully so.
6) For dessert, a gluten-free chocolate torte with raspberry sauce, and delicious stem ginger cheesecake. Finishing our third course was a struggle, to be honest, but we saw it through out of sheer professionalism and journalistic integrity.
7) Our meal was accompanied by fine wines handpicked by our host, and a nifty Old Fashioned courtesy of the well-stocked bar, situated at the far end of the Upper Deck. By the end of the evening the slight roll of the waves underfoot was indistinguishable from the more familiar, alcohol-induced kind.
8) The Hispaniola’s staff were helpful and courteous throughout, and the chef even made a brief cameo from the galleys, to see how we were enjoying our meals. They obviously run a tight ship, quite literally, with everything accounted for right down to the ebbing of the tides.
9) The ship teases with intriguing events such as monthly Murder Mystery nights and the sporadic appearance of an Elvis impersonator in the venue’s Pinkton Parlour. Its waterfront location also makes it a popular destination for revellers on New Year’s Eve, with a sit-down meal accompanied by live performances and all the usual festivities and fireworks overhead.
10) The RS Hispaniola is a great venue for anyone looking for thrills and nautical spills by the banks of the river Thames - get on board today, with or without your sea legs....read more
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Food
We believe in using only the freshest ingredients. These are carefully prepared and presented to the highest standards to compose delicious dishes that look every bit as good as they taste. Our head chef uses inspiration from modern British and European cuisine and has added unique twists to surprise and delight even the most discerning palate.
Updated 30/05/2016
A la Carte Menu We only use the freshest ingredients which are carefully prepared and presented to the highest standards. Our menu is inspired by modern British and European cuisine, and our head chef has added unique twists to surprise and delight even the most discerning palate. |
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Afternoon Tea Menu Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea with a fine selection of sandwiches, scones, cakes and a wide range of teas. |
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Drinks Menu Treat yourself to a cheeky cocktail, and choose from a selection of mocktails, beers, ciders, spirits and hot and cold drinks. |
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Upper Deck Wine Menu Champagne, Prosecco, white, red, rosé and dessert wines |
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Deck Menu We only use the freshest ingredients which are carefully prepared and presented to the highest standards to create delicious dishes. |
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Set Menu We only use the freshest ingredients which are carefully prepared and presented to the highest standards. Our menu is inspired by modern British and European cuisine, and our head chef has added unique twists to surprise and delight even the most discerning palate. |
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Drinks
With its relaxed seating area looking out across the river, and friendly, efficient bar staff, our bar is the perfect location for that lunchtime drink or join us after work with friends and colleagues. Open until late, you can watch the sun go down and see London come alive at night. Enjoy drinks Al fresco on the sun decks when the British weather permits!
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RS Hispaniola Opening Hours
Monday: | 12:00pm - 11:00pm | Friday: | 12:00pm - 12:00am |
Tuesday: | 12:00pm - 11:00pm | Saturday: | 12:00pm - 12:00am |
Wednesday: | 12:00pm - 11:00pm | Sunday: | 12:00pm - 10:00pm |
Thursday: | 12:00pm - 11:00pm |
Additional Information
- Cuisine Type: European
- Average Price: £34
- Dress Code: Not Specified
- Website: Visit the RS Hispaniola website
- Group: City Cruises
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