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City Social, located on the 24th floor of Tower 42 in the heart of the City of London, is a Michelin-starred restaurant and bar that offers a unique dining experience with stunning panoramic views of the London skyline. This sophisticated establishment is renowned for its modern British cuisine, expertly crafted by celebrity chef Jason Atherton. Guests can enjoy a refined atmosphere while savoring exquisite dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients, making it an ideal destination for both business lunches and special occasions.

City Social serves a diverse menu featuring:

Artfully presented dishes that showcase British culinary traditions.

A selection of fine wines and creative cocktails to complement your meal.

Vegetarian options available, catering to diverse dietary preferences.

Situated at 25 Old Broad Street, City Social is perfectly positioned for visitors to explore iconic landmarks such as The Shard and St. Paul’s Cathedral. The restaurant’s location in the bustling financial district makes it a popular choice for professionals and tourists alike. Nearby attractions include:

The Bank of England, a historic institution and architectural marvel.

The Barbican Centre, known for its arts and cultural events.

The Museum of London, offering insights into the city’s rich history.

City Social offers a range of amenities to enhance your dining experience, including:

Dine-in options with elegant decor and a sophisticated ambiance.

Prompt bar service with a selection of beers and wines.

Reservations available to ensure a seamless dining experience.

Jason Atherton's modern British fare served in art deco-style  surroundings with 24th floor views.

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I am a bit confused on how the restaurant got a Michelin Star if I am honest. It took more than 5 minutes of us standing at the front desk to be welcomed. They looked short staffed, based on how busy the bar was.  The table, chairs and light fittings were dirty. Wait time was 15 minutes plus for a drink.  Really not worth the price we paid. It's a shame as the experience in the restaurant ruined what was potentially good food. It's more of a location for the areas finance client's, rather than people who want a nice dining experience.  Would not recommend, we went for a special occasion and felt like it was a waste of time

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City Social offers a stunning dining experience with breathtaking views of London. The food is beautifully presented and tastes fantastic, though the portions are on the smaller side, especially considering the high price. Service is excellent, and the ambiance is refined, making it ideal for special occasions. Overall, a 4.5-star experience – a bit pricey, but worth it for the quality and setting.

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City Social, located on the 24th floor of Tower 42, offers breathtaking panoramic views of London, including iconic landmarks like The Shard and St. Paul’s Cathedral. The ambiance is sophisticated, enhanced by the elegant decor, making it an ideal spot for both business and leisure dining. The bar service is notably prompt and attentive, ensuring guests feel well cared for throughout their visit. However, while the atmosphere is impressive, the dining experience could be improved; some dishes did not match the high expectations set by the surroundings. Overall, City Social is a great place for drinks and views, but diners may find the food a tad underwhelming

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Overall: Not Michelin Star worthy & underwhelming

We picked this place because it is Michelin-starred and has a vegetarian menu which is usually a +1 in my book. However, I left the restaurant scratching my head why it ever got starred in the first place. (This seems to be a running theme in the reviews).

Food - overall the food was not that creative which is fine but so many Michelin starred competitors have much more creative flavors and ideas so expectations are high when you see the star.
Unfortunately while the food wasn’t bad it was highly inconsistent. For example, the broccoli had like 3 pieces of nori and was under seasoned/lacked salt. (Also they didn’t give me a serrated knife so it felt like hacking giant stalks of broccoli and getting an arm workout). The scallop dish was good but it needed one more scallop to justify the cost. The pasta was good but like any high end pasta restaurant can do and it was uncreative. The lamb was cooked well but one of the potato chunks was undercooked and the others just cooked. The dessert was 5 scoops or ice cream was £13 which was not worth the price. The food isn’t bad but I’m confused how it got starred. Drinks were not very good either a short and not creative cocktail menu.

Service - this was probably the worst part of the night. It felt understaffed and we had to wait 50 minutes to order ice cream and get our bill and during which I heard the table next to us have to ask to order dessert because they had been waiting awhile too. The food got to the table fast but the wait staff just felt like they were scattered and running around very disjointed so orders were slow and the drinks took forever. I don’t think it’s their fault if they were understaffed but it was really not Michelin worthy.

Atmosphere: the restaurant and bathrooms were nice. The view is OK - I do question people saying it’s an amazing view. Seeing into other people’s offices doesn’t really fill me with excitement so it’s clear the city vibes are what they’re coasting on. The fact it is in the city should have been a red flag…it feels very much like somewhere you go with an expense account.

Super disappointed I spent my money here, as it was such poor value for money and bad vibes.

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The food is melt in your mouth delicious. We both had three courses plus bread and left full, even though the portions are delicate, they are well balanced and filling. Service was consistently fab!

Dine at City Social: Luxury Restaurant with Stunning London Views

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City Social offers exquisite modern British cuisine in a stylish art deco setting on the 24th floor, providing stunning views of the London skyline.

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City Social is a vibrant bar and restaurant located on the 24th floor of Tower 42 in London, offering modern British cuisine and stunning views of the London skyline. The ambiance is sophisticated, making it ideal for both dining and socializing.

Experience breathtaking views over London from City Social at Tower 42! Savor exquisite cuisine and cocktails. Join us for an unforgettable night!

Dine at City Social: Luxury Restaurant with Stunning London Views

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