The Waterway

Restaurant

  55 reviews  – 
54 Formosa Street, London, W9 2JU
Warwick Avenue Station (0.2 mi)
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Venue overview

The Waterway in Maida Vale offers a picturesque setting by the Grand Union Canal with a renowned outdoor terrace and exceptional modern European cuisine. Ideal for weddings, private dining, and engagement parties, it suits both intimate and lively celebrations.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Waterway

Garden Area
Garden
·
Private space
40 seats
60 standing
Our relaxing garden area consists of tables that hold up to 10 guests (mix of seated & standing) for drinking or casual dining. This is perfect for a birthday or family gathering as well as standing drinks & drink party for up to 60 guests exclusively. Our beautiful green space is also transformed during winter, so please enquiry despite the weath...

Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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The Dining Room
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
50 seats
50 standing
Flooded with natural daylight and styled in elegant neutral tones, the room offers a warm yet sophisticated setting suitable for both formal and informal meals. This space can be seamlessly partitioned from the bar and lounge, creating a refined semi‑private dining area tailored to your occasion.Featuring charming terrace balconies that overlook o...

Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.9
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Catering
4.1
Communication
4.9
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Megan M.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 25 guests · December 2023
Excellent service, bar staff were very attentive and ensured the night ran smoothly and glasses were full!
4.7
SS
Sarah S.
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Corporate Party · 70 guests · November 2023
Excellent venue, beautiful food, friendly service and GREAT communications leading up to the event. Amazing value for money! London high class quality food at provincial prices! We were a party of 67 and everyone was really happy!
5.0
JD
Jestina D.
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Engagement Party · 26 guests · May 2023
Sonia the manager was amazing and so accommodating. Clear and great communication and the venue itself was lovely. Everyone had a good time - no complaints from me
Nothing
4.8
JA
Jennica A.
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Birthday Party · 40 guests · June 2022
Everything was perfect! The place, the staff, the FOOD!!! We’ve received positive comments from the guests as well, and some of them are also planning to hold their party at Waterway. The staff were polite and very accommodating, too.
Nothing. All was perfect.
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Garden Area
18:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Garden Area
18:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Garden Area
18:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Garden Area
18:00 – 23:00
from £3500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Garden Area
18:00 – 23:00
from £3500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3500 min. spend
Garden Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3000 min. spend
Garden Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3000 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 60
standing
Up to 50
seats
In-house catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
Accommodation available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Waterway

The Waterway is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Discover The Waterway, a Maida Vale neighbourhood restaurant and one of London’s favourite canal‑side dining spots.

Set beside the picturesque Grand Union Canal, our venue offers one of the capital’s best year‑round outdoor terraces, loved for its peaceful waterside charm and seasonal atmosphere.

Choose from a range of inviting spaces: the Main Dining Room, Seasonal Terrace and BBQ, Canalside Garden, and Bar & Lounge—perfect for everything from casual lunches to celebratory dinners. We welcome large groups, offer semi‑private dining, and provide exclusive venue hire for unforgettable events in Little Venice.

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 12 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Waterway, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Waterway:

  • Garden Area hosting 30 guests: £800

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Waterway is located at 54 Formosa Street, in Westminster Borough, London. The nearest metro station is Warwick Avenue Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Great place, great service, even greater food! ? rated it 5/5 stars
    'Everything was perfect! The place, the staff, the FOOD!!! We’ve received positive comments from the guests as well, and some of them are also planning to hold their party at Waterway. The staff were polite and very accommodating, too. '
  • Adam Carvalho rated it 5/5 stars
    'I was very pleased with the Manager who organised my party and the staff on the day were very good, attentive and polite. I would recommend this place and would consider booking here again. '

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