Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Food - The Melody Bar and Lounge, London,

The Melody Bar and Lounge

4.3 (95)
£26 to £40
Modern European
153 Hammersmith Road, London, W14 0Ql

Make a booking

A photo of The Melody Bar and Lounge restaurant

The Melody Bar and Lounge

4.3
£26 to £40
Modern European
Hammersmith

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Good for business meals
The Melody Whisky Bar & Lounge takes its name from one of Britain’s most beloved films of the same name, “Melody”, which has gained an international cult following since its release in 1971. The bar is on the site of what was originally St Paul’s school and was chosen as the location for “Melody”, a story of youth and first love.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 11:00–23:30 Afternoon Tea Daily 13:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Private room hire/events (up to 80 people) available.Call to inquire
  • Area
    Hammersmith
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Hammersmith Underground Station is only a short walk away from the Restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Day Menu

    GBP 110.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    25 Dec 2026 only
    Christmas Day Menu 2026 £110 per person Glass of Champagne Amuse Bouche ****** Seared Scallops, Shellfish Bisque, Saffron & Samphire Fig Tart, Caramelised Shallots & Onion Chutney Whisky Cured Salmon, Cucumber, Dill, Ginger Creme Fraiche Truffled Wild Mushroom Soup (V) ****** Roast Norfolk Turkey, Pigs in Blankets, Chestnut Stuffing, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes 35 Day Aged Beef Fillet, Fondant Potato, Truffled Parsnip Puree, Red Wine Jus Butter Roasted Seabass, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Girolle Mushrooms & Tarragon Miso Glazed Winter Squash, Fermented Red Cabbage, Chickpea Chips, Sesame Tofu ****** Chocolate Melody, Cherries, Pistachio, Tonka Bean Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Anglaise Apple Tart & Vanilla Ice cream Cheese Plate with Chutney, Crackers & Oatcakes ****** Coffee & Mini Mince Pies

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Melody Bar and Lounge.

4.3

4.3
(95)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

95 Reviews
  1. Frances

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly service delicious food and lovely environment

    Is this helpful?

  2. Gail Gold

    Cheshire87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great whisky bar and menu. Food was very good but abit over priced. Welcoming staff and 100s of whiskys on menu. The bottles are even brought yo the table for you to see exactly what you are getting.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Abisoye

    London3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a nice experience - very family friendly and cozy. The space looked so beautiful both inside and out and was decorated well for the festive season. The food was also really good - the potatoes were heavenly and the parsnips and carrots were very tasty, same for the Tonka Bean ice cream.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Ed

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Bland food, comical service and overall disappointing booking.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Ben

    London10 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The worst restaurant I’ve ever been to. The waiting staff are trying hard, but seem to have never been in a restaurant before. The food on the menu is not what appears on the plate (gravadlax is smoked salmon CURED in dill… not just emptied out the packet). The started advertised as coming with ‘sourdough’ came with crackers. We were told “we don’t have bread” This is a restaurant with NO BREAD! When it did arrive the food was cold and undercooked. They even tried to save on gravy! The whole thing feels like a scam set up to exploit unlucky people who have been gifted vouchers. On the plus side it became funny after a while, and they did take the drinks off the bill (but not before the waiter tipped one on us and then tried to serve the same bottle!) check it out if you want to write a sitcom.

    Is this helpful?

  6. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 19 June 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place, good service, but expensive for what you get.

    Is this helpful?

  7. RichardN

    London8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 December 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed the afternoon in lovely room with good food.

    Is this helpful?

  8. KanishkaM Gold

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great selection of whiskies, probably the best in london

    Is this helpful?

  9. pccp Gold

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a great place to come back to.

    Is this helpful?

  10. AngelaH

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 June 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely evening and we were very well looked after by the professional and friendly staff.

    Is this helpful?

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 11:00–23:30 Afternoon Tea Daily 13:00–17:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Private room hire/events (up to 80 people) available.Call to inquire
  • Area
    Hammersmith
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Hammersmith Underground Station is only a short walk away from the Restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Melody’s cosy, elegant rooms and several memorable couple visits (for example a champagne afternoon tea shared by a fiancé and partner) make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

For a truly special visit, go for Afternoon Tea, it runs daily from 13:00–17:00 and guests rave about the champagne tea and outstanding scones.

Yes, The Melody is known for its Afternoon Tea (daily 13:00–17:00), including champagne and even bottomless-champagne options that guests celebrate, and diners have also noted a value set lunch offer.

Guests regularly describe portions as generous, afternoon tea and the set menus are frequently called plentiful, with many diners leaving with leftovers.

The Melody has a whisky bar and a main dining area, plus a lovely outdoor garden/patio and a private dining room for larger groups.

Yes, The Melody is family-friendly: guests regularly bring children, praise the warm, attentive staff, and describe afternoon tea and Sunday roasts as great family experiences.

Sunday is a standout, the restaurant’s Sunday menu and roast receive frequent praise from guests for an excellent Sunday lunch experience.

Yes, the menus include vegetarian mains (for example, the Vegetarian Pumpkin Truffle Wellington on the Sunday Menu) and vegan dessert options like Vegan Coconut & Lemon Sorbet.

Yes, The Melody is a whisky bar with an extensive whisky selection, and guests also enjoy cocktails, champagne and other drinks alongside the food.

The Melody Bar and Lounge feels calm, cozy and elegant, a whisky‑bar with a warm, vintage interior and a lovely garden that guests enjoy.

The braised slow‑cooked lamb shank is a standout, it appears on the menu and guests praise the lamb’s tenderness and flavour.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear.

The Melody Bar and Lounge often feels quiet and relaxed on Sundays, when guests describe calm, easygoing afternoons and evenings.

Yes, The Melody has a popular outdoor garden area/patio that guests frequently mention enjoying on sunny days.

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. West London
  5. Hammersmith

Make a booking

A photo of The Melody Bar and Lounge restaurant

The Melody Bar and Lounge

4.3
£26 to £40
Modern European
Hammersmith

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Experiences are available.
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Booking Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2026 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo