Cocktail Bar & Pizza Restaurant in Bankside, SE1

Looking for a relaxed bar and restaurant in Bankside for cocktails, pizza and a great night out?

SAMA Bankside is an independent bar and restaurant tucked beside Blackfriars Bridge at 3 Robinson Road, SE1. Since opening in 2017 we have become a favourite with locals, office teams and visitors to the Southbank, and we were named Best All In One Venue at the Design My Night Awards.

Come for after-work cocktails, stay for sourdough pizza, challenge your friends to beer pong and finish with a DJ-led night at the weekend, all under our brick railway arches.

Cocktail Bar In Bankside

Our bar team mixes classic and signature cocktails alongside Aperol spritz, Prosecco, wine and a good choice of beers. Grab a booth with friends or a spot at the bar for a catch-up after work.

Sourdough Pizza & Bar Food

Our kitchen serves sourdough pizzas including Margarita, Pepperoni, Burrata, BBQ Chicken, Four Seasons and the spicy Volcano, with sides such as skinny fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings and side salad. View Our Food & Drinks Menu

Happy Hour 5-7pm

From Tuesday to Friday we run happy hour between 5pm and 7pm, one of the best ways to start your evening in Bankside. See Our Happy Hour Offers

Bottomless Brunch

Our bottomless brunch pairs great food with free-flowing drinks and a lively soundtrack, including Friday evening sessions from 5pm to 8pm. Book Bottomless Brunch

Beer Pong & Games

Add some friendly competition to your night with a beer pong table from £35, including cups, balls and a jug of beer, with pizza and drinks combos available. Book Beer Pong

Weekend Nights With A DJ

On Saturdays we open from 1pm for brunch, lunch and beer pong, with our DJ playing club classics, R&B, house and disco until 1am. Fridays At SAMA | Saturdays At SAMA

Opening Hours & How To Find Us

Find us at 3 Robinson Road, London SE1 8BU, at the junction of Southwark Street and Blackfriars Road, a short walk from Blackfriars, Southwark, London Bridge and Waterloo stations. We are open Tuesday to Thursday 4pm–11pm, Friday 4pm–midnight and Saturday 1pm–1am.

Book A Table Or Booth

Planning drinks, dinner or a group night out? Reserve a table or booth online or call us on 020 3904 6760 and we will look after the rest. Book Your Table

Inside Our Bar & Restaurant In Bankside

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your opening hours?

Tuesday to Thursday 4pm–11pm, Friday 4pm–midnight and Saturday 1pm–1am, with happy hour from 5pm to 7pm Tuesday to Friday. We are closed to the public on Sundays and Mondays but open for private hire.

What food do you serve?

Our kitchen serves sourdough pizzas, bar food and sides, and we also offer bottomless brunch, sharing platters, canapés and private dining menus for groups.

Can I book a table or booth?

Yes. Book online through our booking form or call 020 3904 6760. We recommend booking for groups and weekend evenings.

Which stations are nearby?

We are a short walk from Blackfriars, Southwark, London Bridge and Waterloo stations, right by Blackfriars Bridge on the Southbank.