wood wharf
Our steak restaurant near Canary Wharf, london
1 Water Street, London E14 5GX
Housed in an eco-friendly floating pavilion in Canary Wharf, Hawksmoor is our largest steak restaurant in London. Gently rising and falling with the tide, the main restaurant at dock level is joined by a 120-seat waterside bar.
Formerly known as The Lowback, it now seamlessly blends with our upstairs restaurant, so you can receive the full Hawksmoor experience both in spaces. This change means we now have even more availability for large groups looking to host parties, private dining and business events. Included is a terrace with sweeping views across the water.
Throughout the week, we invite an after-work crowd hungry for the best dining in East London; On the weekend, things turn a little more glam: as guests at Canary Wharf Underground station, we gear up for cocktail-fuelled celebrations. Of course, there’s brunch and our family-friendly Sunday roast, too. More on that below.
VENUE OPENING TIMES:
Monday – Saturday – 12:00pm 10:30pm
Sunday – 11:30am – 8:30pm
kitchen OPENING TIMES:
Monday – Wednesday – 12:00pm – 3:00pm & 5:00pm – 10:30pm
Thursday – Saturday – 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Sun – 11:30am – 8:30pm
*Sunday Roasts guaranteed until 5pm
“Yet there is still something reassuringly special about a secluded, flatteringly-lit table for two, a hunk of rare ribeye with anchovy hollandaise and some triple-fried chips, then the clotted cream and sticky toffee pudding sundae, which comes in a tall glass with two spoons, glistening with almost too much sauce and the suggestion that the Peloton torture can recommence tomorrow.”
grace dent, The guardian
A Very Merry Christmas
We like to do Christmas a little differently at Hawksmoor. Less of the tinsel and turkey set menus – more of the good food, laidback service and subtle nods to the season. You might spot a tree in the corner or a fundraising mince pie, but otherwise, it’s a cliché-free zone, serving up exceptional steaks, seafood, and a few seasonal sides.
The priority is on making you and your family, friends, or colleagues feel properly looked after. Like hosting at home, but without the cooking, cleaning or chaos. Try to book early if you can – things get busy around here.
Sunday Roast in Canary Wharf
Available from 12-5PM every Sunday
Since opening, Sunday roast has been a Hawksmoor regular fixture in our Wood Wharf restaurant. Twice voted the Best Sunday Lunch in the UK, we take it super seriously and that really shows in the kitchen: every single station is involved in the finished dish.
First, we cook a whole rump cap of 35-day dry-aged beef super slowly. It’s then served alongside our trimmings: crispy beef-dripping potatoes, buttered greens, roasted carrots, gigantic Yorkshire puddings – all ready to be doused in our bone-marrow gravy. We recommend booking, though: Sundays get very busy.
Private dining & events in Wood Wharf
Wood Wharf is our best restaurant in London for events, from boozy birthday lunches to light-touch engagement parties via just about every configuration of business gathering. Queenie Watts, our 20-seat private dining room, is the spot for classic Hawksmoor dishes served in a group-friendly way and a dedicated team who get a kick out of your happiness.
Downstairs, our bar feels like an exclusive-use venue of its own, with space for up to 250 standing guests in winter and 330 in summer, when the heated waterside terrace comes into play. It’s quite the spot for a cocktail and canapé party. Whatever brings you all together, we’ll host it with the good taste and frictionless service you’d expect from Hawksmoor.
BYO Monday Wine Club
every monday, all day – £5 corkage
Everyone’s invited to our Monday Wine Club and the concept is simple: bring any wine you like – from Pétrus to supermarket Prosecco – and we’ll only charge you £5 corkage. That’s any size bottle, any time of day. Guests sometimes even bring 12-litre Balthazar-sized bottles, which we’re always excited to see.
Not sure what to buy? Drop us a line ahead of time and ask one of our sommeliers what they suggest. We find the friendly team at the Humble Grape Canary Wharf to be a sure bet for good suggestions, too. And their wine shop is only a few minutes’ walk away.
Our Express Menu
The spotlight may be on our sharing steaks and indulgent sides, but did you know we also have an express menu? Perfect for those heading out around Canary Wharf or catching a show nearby, it’s a quick, quality option on the Wood Wharf waterfront.
Whatever your plans, our express menu – 2 or 3 courses for £29/£33 – offers the same Hawksmoor experience, just faster and friendlier on the wallet. And if you haven’t tried our Monday Wine Club, bring your own bottle for only £5 corkage. Pair it with the express menu, and you’re in for one seriously good deal!
What makes our food so good?
Purpose is a big part of how we run Hawksmoor. We want to make sure that our ambitions – from serving the world’s best steak and seafood to opening more restaurants in our favourite cities – are set against running a company that everyone can be proud of: from you, our customers to our team members and the local charity groups we support.
All of this, of course, is underpinned by the real heroes of the story: the farmers, fishermen, growers and makers we buy our produce from. Their commitment to sustainability and best practice not only helps us maintain our maximum 3* rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association, but provides us with the world-class food and drink that light up our menus.
Hawksmoor Bar
The bar at Wood Wharf is different. For starters, it’s the largest we have. It comes with its own heated waterside terrace, too. But what’s unique is that it now offers the same full Hawksmoor dining experience as the restaurant upstairs – just in a more casual environment. A lively atmosphere and quality drinks are a given, though: our wine and cocktail menus speak to everyone from post-work sippers to a weekend crowd looking for a proper night out.
Hawksmoor Bar is also available for semi-private or full hire events.
Get in touch
woodwharf@thehawksmoor.com
020 3988 0510
Visit us
Hawksmoor Wood Wharf
1 Water Street
London E14 5GX
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Wheelchair Users
Hawksmoor Wood Wharf restaurant is accessible to wheelchair users however our Private Dining room in the main restaurant is not wheelchair accessible.
Closest car park: Canada Square Car Park: Entrance on Montgomery Street (use E14 5EW)
Closest Santander Bike station: Upper Bank Street, Canary Wharf
To book for private dining, a party or a large group, please fill out the form below.
Please specify any allergens or dietary needs (we can accommodate for any dietary requirements) when making your booking.
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