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The Vivat Bacchus London restaurants celebrate rustic, robust food, artisan cheese & quality wines,
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Vivat Bacchus has become known for the range and quality of its wines, its cheese rooms and the innovation and flair of its modern European menu. With two restaurants, in Farringdon and London Bridge, its South African owners have introduced London to a passion for wine and food rarely experienced in the capital. That’s why we were voted one of the Top 5 UK restaurants for service by Harpers & Moët & Chandon. Note: Keep an eye on our website & social media for COVID-19 opening times.

08/06/2026

Have you met Sharrol? 👋
She's our fantastic Wine & Beverage Manager, she's from South Africa, and if it involves wine, she's involved. You might have crossed paths on the floor, down in our cellars, or at one of our wine tasting events.
Looking for a wine recommendation? She's the one to ask.

06/06/2026

Rooibos grows wild across the Western Cape. Amarula comes from the marula fruit. Klipdrift has been South Africa's brandy since 1938.
We put all three on our cocktail menu to give those good old classics a bit of a refresh 🇿🇦

04/06/2026

Every Season is Braai Season 🔥

Certainly a much-loved, humble and unifying staple, our Braai Boards are overseen by some of the best chefs in town, so there is very little chance of anything being cooked to anything but perfection. The sizzling and smoky selection of meats are accompanied by a smoking beef fat candle for dipping, all of which can be perfectly paired with a wide selection of wine.

Baie Lekker!

02/06/2026

Dear passengers, we're now open for boarding ✈️

Can't make it to South Africa this summer? Come to us instead.
Join us for a laid-back 1-hour tasting where we dig into the wines and flavours of Braai - just £30 for a flight of 3 wines and two Braai staples, all guided by a wine expert.
Oh, and you'll leave with a £20 voucher to spend in the restaurant or shop. Baie lekker! 🇿🇦

Next dates:
15th June London Bridge
20th July Farringdon
17th August London Bridge

01/06/2026

Did you know we have a terrace at Vivat Bacchus London Bridge? 👀
Two minutes from the station, it's the perfect spot to unwind over lunch or dodge the after-work rush with a smoky Braai feast, wine and cocktails 🍹

30/05/2026

Dates for your summer diary: Club Carnivore is back on 3rd July & 4th September!

You know the drill - red meats only, red wine only - poured from magnums or larger formats.
A multi-course wine dinner for all the meat lovers out there - cooked over fire with the flavours of South Africa 🥩🔥

28/05/2026

That smoky BBQ smell drifting through London's streets? Yeah, that's us. 🔥
This is your sign to book your summer Braai now.

27/05/2026

JUST LAUNCHED: Smoke & Fire - An evening of South African fire cooking 🥩🔥

Executive chefs Louise Gillett and Dane Barnard come together for an evening of fire, flame and the flavours of South Africa on the 31st of July on the terrace of Vivat Bacchus London Bridge.

6 courses, 2 chefs, 1 lekker evening - spaces are limited, so be quick to book.

Price: £80 + eventbrite fees
Link in bio!

21/05/2026

Some people say they don't like Chardonnay. But they might not have tried the right one 👀
We're celebrating the only way we know how - with a glass on the terrace.
Cheers! 🥂

19/05/2026

Golden, hot, and straight from the skillet 🍞🔥 Our sweet-spicy maize bread is slathered in bubbling peri-peri butter – made for dipping into a smoky braai

18/05/2026

This summer our event savour the flavours, stories and warmth of the Braai tradition at Passport to South Africa

The South African braai is more than just a way to cook meat, it's a cultural tradition that reflects the nation's history, unity and resilience, celebrated amidst the companionship of friends and family.

You’ll taste two iconic food staples, including a Boereworse and Chakalaka Roll, and a Chicken Sosatie, served alongside a flight of three perfectly paired drinks.

What's included in your ticket 🎟️
A 60 minute guided tasting by our wine team
A wine flight of three wines, poured in small tasters
A South African food staple served alongside the flight
A £20 voucher after the event to use in our restaurants and shops

Check in is now open for June, July, and August ✈️ Check the link in our bio
🎟️ Tickets: £29.70 per person (includes a £20 food & drink voucher)

15/05/2026

Celebrate World BBQ Day the Vivat Bacchus way 🔥

A braai is a South African term for a barbecue or grill, but it represents much more than simply cooking food outdoors. It's deeply ingrained in South African culture and is a cherished social gathering that brings together friends and family. 🥩

Fire, flavour, and good company is what our Braai is all about👀

14/05/2026

“What are tannins?” You asked… and we’ve poured 👀

That dry, slightly grippy feeling in your mouth? That’s tannins - most common in red wines, but you can find them in some whites too. 🍷

13/05/2026

It's international Cocktail Day just landed 🍹☀️ We’re celebrating with our Jou Ma Se Pimms - best enjoyed on the London Bridge terrace, sunshine in hand.

Also available at Vivat Bacchus Farringdon 📍

12/05/2026

4 courses. 12 wines. 1 hell of an evening - all for under £90 🍷

In partnership with Premium Independent Wineries of South Africa, we invite you to enjoy a lekker 4-course South African Braai Feast paired with 12 premium wines from Journeys End, Ken Forrester, Paul Cluver, Springfield, Avondale & Radford Dale.
Meet the owners of these unique wineries and discover all that they have to offer.

24th June | Vivat Bacchus London Bridge | £89.7

11/05/2026

The braai is the heart of South African cooking - and sosaties (soh-SAH-tees), skewers grilled over fire, are made for sharing. Available at London Bridge & Farringdon 📍

Choose from:
Springbok Sosatie
Chicken Sosatie
Boerewors Sosatie

07/05/2026

Join us at Vivat Bacchus Farringdon on Wednesday, 10th June, for an unforgettable evening featuring:

🍴 A multi-course Braai Feast celebrating the best of South African cuisine
🍷 An exclusive tasting of our favourite South African wines
🎉 A charity auction with extraordinary items and experiences
🎤 Inspiring talks from special guests

Date: Wednesday, 10th June 2026 from 6pm
Venue: Vivat Bacchus Farringdon
Tickets: £250

Your attendance will help fund education for at least ten students in 2026 - giving them the tools they need to thrive. Learn more with the link in our bio 📍

06/05/2026

Our famous walk-in cheese rooms are a cellar full of wine calls for a delectable cheese selection, and cheese is a longstanding tradition deeply woven into the tapestry of Vivat Bacchus. Since day one, each restaurant has proudly housed its own dedicated walk-in cheese room, and our expert staff are on hand to tell you all about the cheeses we stock 🧀

05/05/2026

Our next Club Carnivore on 15th May is sold out… but we've just released two more dates! Book now before they sell out 🎟️

Farringdon | July 3rd | £120 PP
London Bridge | Sept 4th | £120 PP

One to really sink your teeth into, Club Carnivore is our unrivalled meat and wine pairing experience. The menu will be made up of five courses of red meat, paired with five incredible bold South African red wines!

04/05/2026

One bite and you’ll understand the hype. Our Peppermint Crisp Tart is rich & crunchy… with a side of childhood nostalgia.

03/05/2026

After a proper South African welcome from our team, the Biltong Trolley rolls in - a roving cart laden with whole slabs of cured biltong, carved tableside by a leather-aproned Biltong Curator. As they slice, they share the craft behind each cut, from the lean and spicy to the richly marbled. Biltong is a treasured part of South African culinary heritage, traditionally made by curing meat with salt, air-drying it, and slicing it into thick strips.

Tuck into exotic meats like Zebra Droëwors, Wagyu Stokkies, or your choice of Beef, Chilli or Chutney Biltong.

01/05/2026

It's Sauvignon Blanc Day 🍷☁️ We’re celebrating with Driehoek Sauvignon Blanc 2024 from the Cederberg, South Africa - a wine with its head in the clouds and its roots in the mountains.

Fresh, zippy, and beautifully expressive, it’s bursting with vibrant fruit and herbal notes, balanced with a crisp, lifted finish. This is South African Sauvignon Blanc… but not as you know it.

Available in stores and online- shop with the link in our bio 👀

30/04/2026

You've asked and we've poured: Here are our upcoming Passport to South African Wine tastings 🍷 Book with the link in our bio 🎟️ Tickets: £29.70 per person (includes a £20 food & drink voucher)

What's included in your ticket
A 60 minute guided tasting by our wine team
A wine flight of three wines, poured in small tasters
A South African food staple served alongside the flight
A £20 voucher after the event to use in our restaurants and shops

29/04/2026

This summer our event savour the flavours, stories and warmth of the Braai tradition

The South African braai is more than just a way to cook meat, it's a cultural tradition that reflects the nation's history, unity and resilience, celebrated amidst the companionship of friends and family.

You’ll taste two iconic food staples, including a Boereworse and Chakalaka Roll, and a Chicken Sosatie, served alongside a flight of three perfectly paired drinks.

What's included in your ticket 🎟️
A 60 minute guided tasting by our wine team
A wine flight of three wines, poured in small tasters
A South African food staple served alongside the flight
A £20 voucher after the event to use in our restaurants and shops

Check in is now open for April and May ✈️
🛫 Departure time: 15th June, 20th July, & 17th August
📍Departure from: Vivat Bacchus London Bridge & Farringdon
🎟️ Tickets: £29.70 per person (includes a £20 food & drink voucher)

28/04/2026

£16 Lunch at Vivat Bacchus 📍
Journey through South African cuisine with four new lunch dishes for just £16 each. Available at London Bridge & Farringdon

Cape Malay Chicken Schnitzel
Squash Risotto (V)
Boerewors Roll
Biltong Caesar Salad

Address

47 Farringdon Street/4 Hays Lane
London
SE12

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 10pm
Tuesday	12pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 10pm
Saturday	5pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.vivatbacchus.co.uk/

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