Rock Steady Reggae Lunch Sat 8 Aug 2026 at 13:00 Canary Wharf Restaurant (2nd Floor)
Table Reservations from 12pm | Live Music: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Part of Boisdale's Jamaican Independence Week celebrations.
"Wayne Hernandez's vocals are emotive and effortless." The Guardian
Rock Steady Reggae Lunch at Boisdale led by the inimitable Wayne Hernandez!
Enjoy the sun-soaked sounds of classic reggae, rocksteady, and ska performed live while you sip on tropical cocktails and feast on Caribbean-inspired dishes including Salt Cod Fritters and Jerk Chicken. Every detail is designed to lift your spirits and stir your soul.
Expect to hear timeless hits like :
- "Wonderful World, Beautiful People” by Jimmy Cliff
- “Rivers of Babylon” by The Melodians
- “Don’t Rock My Boat” by Bob Marley
Alongside lovers rock favourites like:
- “Help Me Make It Through the Night” by John Holt
- “Wild World” by Maxi Priest.
You’ll also groove to vintage ska and rocksteady gems from Desmond Dekker, The Techniques, and Alton Ellis, plus dancefloor favourites like “Tempted to Touch” and “Money In My Pocket.”
Continue the celebrations throughout the venue as Boisdale marks Jamaican Independence Week with outstanding live music, exceptional food and the legendary Saxon Sound System bringing authentic Caribbean vibes to the Hine Bar on the 1st floor. From lunch through to late night, this is a full-scale celebration of one of the world's richest musical cultures.
Whether you're joining us for the music, the food or simply the atmosphere, this is a chance to celebrate Jamaica's enduring legacy through world-class live performance, outstanding hospitality and the unmistakable warmth of Boisdale.
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"The food is excellent" — The Telegraph
"London's best restaurant for live music" — The Sauce
"A place for the connoisseur" — Evening Standard
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Award-winning wine list and voted The World's Best Spirits List 2022 by The World of Fine Wine.
Boisdale features the best sound system on the planet, powered by NEXO.
Canary Wharf Restaurant (2nd Floor) - Cabot Place, Canary Wharf, LONDON, E14 4QT
Canary Wharf Restaurant (2nd Floor)
Dinner & Show Options
- Show & £30 Food Credit: Includes a non-refundable dining credit of £30 per person, redeemable against your food bill on the evening.
- Show & Gourmet 3-Course Dinner: Includes a specially created set menu.
- Show & 2-Course Dinner (selected events & December): Includes a curated two-course menu.
Times & Seating
- Arrival: We recommend arriving between 6:30pm and 7:00pm.
- Show Times: Performances usually start between 8.30pm and 9.00pm. Finishing times vary depending on the show, but all performances finish no later than 11.00pm.
- Weekend Lunch: Available Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm, with live music from 1:00pm.
- Single Tickets: Solo ticket holders will be seated at shared tables.
1st Floor Hine Bar & Garden Terrace
- Opening Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 4:00pm - late | Saturday: 12:00pm - late | Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
- Weekend Brunch: Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00pm with DJs from 12:30pm - 3:30pm.
- Late-Night DJs: Every Wednesday to Saturday from 7:00pm until late.
More Reasons to Visit Boisdale
- Award-Winning Drinks: Best Spirits List in the World 2022 and Top Ten Restaurant Wine Lists in London 2022 (The World of Fine Wine).
- Unparalleled Sound: Live performances on the Boisdale Yamaha Stage, powered by NEXO.
- Exceptional Dining: Seasonal British menus, handcrafted cocktails and extensive wine and whisky collections. (click here).
- Dress Code: Smart Casual.
