Victory Pub Waterloo opens early for commuters and diners
The new railway pub at Unit 1, The Balcony serves food and drink from 8 am to 12.30 am Monday‑Saturday, with Sunday hours from 10 am to 10 pm
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Victory Pub Waterloo began serving customers in October 2023, according to This Is Local London, Transport. The venue provides an all‑day dining option for passengers and visitors to one of the capital’s busiest rail hubs.
Location within the station
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The establishment occupies Unit 1, The Balcony, on the upper level of Waterloo Railway Station, London, SE1 8SW. Its position is directly above the historic Victory Arch, a feature that makes the pub visible from the concourse but easy to miss for commuters focused on catching a train.
Opening times and food offering
The operator lists opening hours as 08:00 until 12:30 am from Monday to Saturday, and 10:00 until 22:00 on Sundays, as reported by This Is Local London, Transport. Kitchen service runs until 22:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and until 21:00 on Sundays. The menu includes breakfast items in the morning, a lunch selection, dinner plates and traditional Sunday roasts. A drinks list features craft beer, wine and cocktails.
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Implications for commuters
The early opening time gives passengers a place to eat before a morning journey, while the late closing provides a venue for late‑night travellers. Because the pub sits above the main concourse, it does not interfere with passenger flow on the platforms.
No further changes to the venue’s operating schedule have been announced. Residents and regular users of Waterloo station can visit the pub during the stated hours or check future updates from the operator.
Questions this report answers
+When did the Victory Pub Waterloo open?
The pub opened to the public in October 2023, as reported by This Is Local London, Transport. Its launch added a modern dining option inside Waterloo station, catering to commuters and visitors alike.
+What are the opening hours of the Victory Pub Waterloo?
Opening hours are 08:00 to 00:30 Monday‑Saturday and 10:00 to 22:00 on Sundays, according to This Is Local London, Transport. Kitchen service ends at 22:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and at 21:00 on Sundays.
+Where is the pub located within Waterloo station?
The venue occupies Unit 1, The Balcony, on the upper level of Waterloo Railway Station, directly above the Victory Arch entrance. Its address is Unit 1, The Balcony, Waterloo Railway Station, London, SE1 8SW, as reported by This Is Local London, Transport.
+What food and drink does the Victory Pub Waterloo serve?
The pub offers a full menu that includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday roasts. Its drinks list features craft beer, wine and cocktails. Kitchen service runs until 22:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and until 21:00 on Sundays, according to the operator.
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