Duck & Waffle: Skyline Dining Above Bishopsgate

What it is

Duck & Waffle is a high-floor restaurant and bar in Heron Tower at 110 Bishopsgate, set above the City of London’s financial core. It is best understood as destination dining with a view: a place people book for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or late drinks, rather than a casual stop. The menu leans modern European with British references, and the signature duck-and-waffle dish has become part of its identity.

Atmosphere and setting

The room is indoors, large, and glass-walled, with wraparound views that make the city feel close and vertical. From the 40th floor, London spreads out in layers of office towers, rail lines, and distant landmarks, with the mood changing sharply by time of day. Daytime visits feel bright and expansive; after dark, the skyline turns into a field of lit windows and traffic lines. The atmosphere is polished and energetic, with a social buzz that suits celebrations, business meals, and date nights.

How a visit unfolds

Most travellers come for one seated meal or a drink session. The experience is usually reservation-led, and the pace is more restaurant than attraction: you arrive, are seated, and let the view work in the background while the meal takes centre stage. Breakfast and brunch are popular for daylight views; sunset and dinner bring the strongest sense of occasion; late-night visits suit travellers who want a quieter, more urban skyline mood. Because it is open all day and night, timing matters more than season.

Practical expectations

This is a premium venue, so prices are high and the setting is more formal than a typical all-day café or bar. It is straightforward to reach from Liverpool Street and other nearby stations, and the central location makes it practical for visitors already in the City or Spitalfields. The building is modern and lift-served, but entry procedures may add a little friction. Weather does not affect access, though clear skies and good visibility make the views far more rewarding. If you want a meal with a strong sense of place in contemporary London, this is where the city’s height, light, and business-district energy come together.