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Sunday lunch in the Royal Docks
Enjoy a seriously good Sunday roast in the Royal Docks without all the effort of cooking and washing up. The fantastic eateries range from a beautiful Grade II gastropub to a luxurious superyacht hotel. There’s something to suit every taste and budget. Tuck into crispy roasted potatoes, giant Yorkshire puddings, tender vegetables, lashings of gravy, and more. Read on for our top picks for Sunday lunch in the local area. Be sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Galyons
Famous for its Sunday roasts, Galyons is a gastropub situated within the beautiful Grade II listed Gallions Hotel, which dates to 1881. Open to everyone, Galyons boasts a stunning dockside location at Royal Albert Wharf, including a terrace with stunning views.
Options include a Moroccan pilaf vegan roast, 28-day aged rib of rare breed beef, slow-roasted crispy pork belly, lemon and herb roast chicken, and rosemary and garlic slow-roasted lamb. Using high-quality seasonal ingredients, the roasts are served with all the trimmings. Try to leave room for a delicious dessert. Options include chocolate and hazelnut-filled dough balls, a classic Eton Mess and an appetising cheeseboard. Prices start from £16.95.
Gallions Hotel, Albert Basin Way, London E16 2QS
While you're here:
Royal Albert Wharf is also home to Art in the Docks, a vibrant pop-up gallery founded and run by artists based in the neighbouring 40 studios. Wander around the dock to see some of the impressive art showcased in the windows.
Lands End
For a unique Sunday lunch experience, visit Lands End. The restaurant is located on board the Sunborn London, the UK’s only luxury superyacht hotel. Permanently moored at Royal Victoria Dock, the prestigious hotel’s dress code is smart casual so dress to impress.
Enjoy your meal in the elegant restaurant or on the terrace, where you can take in stunning views of the city skyline. It's also the perfect spot for watching the sunset.
Choose from a two-course meal for £35 or three courses for £42. Main courses include slow-roasted beef brisket, roasted belly of pork and corn-fed chicken, all served with traditional trimmings.
1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
www.sunbornlondon.com/restaurants/lands-end-restaurant/
While you're here:
Make a day of it by taking a short walk to Immerse LDN for a world-class immersive experience. Currently you can see/check out/See The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in London and The Formula 1® Exhibition plus Elvis Evolution, celebrating the life of Elvis Presley opens in May 2025. Bon appétit!
The Fox Excel
Another local spot for a great roast is The Fox Excel, a gastro pub in a Grade II listed converted tobacco warehouse. Located in Royal Victoria Dock, next to the Excel London, the pub offers a traditional roast in a friendly vibrant atmosphere. Choose from vegetable Wellington, roast beef, or half a roast chicken. All roasts are served with homemade Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, seasoned greens, roasted vegetables, and a rich gravy. Prices start from £15.95. For an extra treat, add a side of cauliflower cheese.
Fox Excel, 2 Western Gateway, London, E16 1DR
While you're here:
After lunch, take a stroll to explore the public art in Royal Victoria Dock, part of The Line, London's first outdoor art gallery and walking trail. There are five incredible commissions in the area including Types of Happiness, two 10ft sculptural chairs, coloured with a Dutch wax print-like pattern designed by British Nigerian artist, Yinka Ilori. The art trail connects the Royal Docks, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and The O2, following the waterways and the line of the Greenwich Meridian. Take a ride on the IFS Cloud Cable Car to discover more of the trail.
The Fox Connaught
Make your Sunday extra special with a roast at The Fox Connaught. Just a five-minute walk from Prince Regent DLR Station, this traditional pub offers a cosy and friendly atmosphere within a Grade II listed Victorian building. Enjoy the rustic decor inside or dine alfresco on the terrace.
Choose from chicken, beef, or a nut roast, all served with roast potatoes, homemade Yorkshire pudding, seasoned greens, roasted carrots, and rich gravy. Opt for a two-course set menu for £21.95 or three courses for £25.95. Starters include salt and pepper calamari, houmous and pita drizzled with olive oil, and chicken with sweet chili and spring onions. Vegan and gluten-free Black Forest dessert or vanilla ice cream is on offer for pudding.
Lynx Way, London, E16 1JR
While you're here:
Located nearby is the Royal Docks Watersports Centre, a venue for rowing, kayaking, sailing and canoeing. The centre is also home to several dragon boat clubs including the Windy Pandas, making it an excellent spot to watch the action.
The Windjammer
Enjoy a Sunday roast at The Windjammer gastro pub in the heart of Royal Wharf. The options include roast rump of lamb, roasted pork belly, corn-fed chicken, sirloin of beef or a duo of roast beef sirloin and chicken. Veggie and vegan options are also available. All roasts are served with a delicious selection of roast potatoes, maple carrots, squash mash, cauliflower cheese, seasonal greens, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Prices start from £21.
The Windjammer is also super family friendly. Children can enjoy a roast too or choose from other options on the kids' menu. If you fancy some child-free adult time, take advantage of The Kid's Table, which provides supervised arts and crafts activities for children every Sunday from 12pm – 4pm.
The Windjammer, 25 Admiralty Avenue, Silvertown, London, E16 2PN
While you're here:
There's a lot to enjoy in Royal Wharf for an extended family day out. You can explore the local play spaces, visit the award-winning Thames Barrier Park or book a session at the uniquely designed soft play venue, Macaroni Penguin. You can attend a free Sunday Stay and Play session at Royal Wharf Community Dock. Get creative at Bonbon Pottery, enjoy a refreshing Taiwanese bubble tea at T4 and take a trip on Uber Boat by Thames Clipper. This boat service stops at 24 piers along the Thames running from Barking Riverside Pier in the East to Putney Pier in the West.
Winsor House
Gather family and friends for a tasty roast at Winsor House pub and restaurant in Beckton. Carvery is available every Sunday from 12pm, where you can choose from a vegetarian option or hand-carved turkey, beef or gammon, you can even try all three! With unlimited extras of crispy roast potatoes, golden Yorkshire puddings, veggies, and a signature red wine gravy, you’re in for a treat. The budget friendly prices start from just £11.49 for adults and £4.99 for kids.
1 Woolwich Manor Way, Beckton, London, E6 5NT
www.brewersfayre.co.uk/en-gb/locations/greater-london/winsor-house
While you're here:
Visit Beckton Meadows, a beautiful new addition to Beckton Parks, located opposite Beckton Park DLR station. Part of the Beckton Parks Masterplan, the meadows feature over two acres of wildflowers and grasses. Visitors can enjoy a Butterfly Garden, educational signage designed by local artis Matt Ponting and the new Queen Elizabeth Memorial Pathway with stunning deadwood sculptures made from an ancient oak tree designed as habitat for bees and other insects.
Menu items, prices, service charges and details may change. Check with individual venues.
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