The Waterway is a canalside restaurant and bar at 54 Formosa Street in Maida Vale. Open since 2002, it overlooks the Grand Union Canal and combines a bright dining room with one of the area’s most substantial waterside terraces.
The menu takes a broad contemporary approach, making the venue useful for anything from a casual lunch to a full evening meal. Seasonal dishes and familiar favourites are served in a setting that feels removed from the pace of central London despite its accessible neighbourhood location.
Outdoor tables are a major part of the experience in warmer weather, while the interior provides a comfortable winter alternative with a fireplace. The restaurant also accommodates celebrations and private events, giving groups several ways to use the space.
The bar serves wine, beer, cocktails and non alcoholic choices alongside the food, and live music features on selected dates. Booking ahead is sensible for popular terrace periods and events. Guests with allergies should discuss the current menu and shared preparation areas with the team before ordering.
Address: 54 Formosa Street, London W9 2JU, England
The Waterway Menu
Grazing
Roasted Padrón Peppers
smoked salt
Corn Ribs
sour cream, parmesan, chives
Hummus
lemon, grilled sourdough
Smoked Mackerel Pâté
dill, shallots, horseradish cream
Charcuterie Board
house pickle, chilli mustard, grilled sourdough
Grazing Board
hummus, tzatziki, charred artichokes & olives, marinated tomatoes, stuffed vine leaves, sourdough
Starters
Chilled Pea Soup
goats cheese, crispy pancetta, grilled sourdough
Smoked Ham Croquette
house pickle, paprika sour cream
Cod Cake
hispi cabbage & caraway salad, trout roe, dill mayo
Grilled Tenderstem Broccoli
cauliflower purée, cashel blue cheese, mixed seeds & croutons
Pan Seared Chicken Thigh
sundried tomato pesto, chargrilled artichoke & rocket
Cured Sea Trout
green beans, peas, cabbage ash & orange mayo
Mains
Sundried Tomato Gnocchi
parmesan, crispy shallot, balsamic
Seared Halloumi
hot honey glaze, romesco sauce, padrón peppers
Chicken Caesar Salad
grilled chicken, cos lettuce, pancetta, anchovy
The Waterway Burger
beef patty, brioche, red leicester cheese, gherkin, tomato, secret sauce, fries
Chicken Paillard
lemongrass, cucumber & ranch relish, rocket, seaweed salad
From The Grill
Salmon
green beans, new potato, lemon mayo & capers
Pork Cutlet
calamansi & green chilli yoghurt dressing
Halibut
tenderstem broccoli, dashi butter sauce
Lamb Rump
pea purée, fennel & rocket, chicken jus
Whole Roasted Bream
brown shrimp, caper butter sauce, charred baby gem
Ribeye
slow roasted plum tomato, baby gem, ranch dressing
Desserts
Salted Caramel Affogato
vanilla ice cream, salted caramel
Chocolate Brownie
vanilla ice cream, salted caramel sauce
Coconut Panna Cotta
fresh strawberries & basil, pumpkin seed praline
Crème Brûlée
raspberry & shortbread
Eton Mess
strawberry, meringue, cream
British Cheese Board Selection
pear & apple chutney, crackers
Sides
Peppercorn Sauce
Hispi & caraway salad
Rocket & seaweed salad
shaved parmesan
Charred baby gem, crispy shallot & ranch dressing
Buttered Baby Potatoes, mint
Grilled tenderstem broccoli, dukkah
Fries
Sweet potato fries
Panzanella, mozzarella, shallot, focaccia & basil
Sunday Roast
Served from midday till it’s gone
Aged Sirloin of Beef
Garlic and herb roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots, seasonal greens, cauliflower cheese, rich gravy and Yorkshire pudding
Slow Roast Pork
Garlic and herb roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots, seasonal greens, rich gravy and cauliflower cheese
Roast Corn-fed Chicken
Garlic and herb roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots, seasonal greens, rich gravy and cauliflower cheese
Beetroot Wellington
Garlic and herb roast potatoes, maple glazed carrots, seasonal greens, tender stem broccoli and vegan gravy
Weekend Brunch
Served 10am – 12pm
Pastries / Cookies / Muffin
ask for daily flavours
Berries, yoghurt, granola
Eggs on toast
poached on sourdough
Avocado
sourdough, basil, tomato / add poached eggs
Eggs Florentine / Benedict / Royale
The Waterway
sausage, bacon, eggs, tomato, mushrooms, beans, sourdough
Brunch Sides
Field mushroom
Roast tomatoes
Cumberland sausage
Streaky bacon
Smashed Avocado
Hollandaise sauce
Children's Menu
2 courses & a drink £14
Pineapple juice
Apple juice
Hummus, flatbread, cucumber
Fish goujons, fries, ketchup
Grilled chicken breast, fries, ketchup
Mini cheese burger, fries, ketchup
Penne, tomato sauce, parmesan
Ice cream, wafer, berries
chocolate, strawberry or vanilla
Dessert Wine
100ml
Muscat de Beaumes de Venise
Pedro Ximenez, Napoleon, Hidalgo, Spain
Port
100ml
Cockburn’s Port
Taylor’s Port
Liqueurs
25ml
Disaronno
Baileys
Frangelico
Luxardo Sambuca Classico
Pallini Limoncello
Brandy
25ml
Hennessy VS
Courvoisier VSOP
Hennessy XO
Courvoisier VS
Digestives
25ml
Jägermeister
Vecchio Amaro Del Capo
Montenegro Amaro
Casoni Nocino di Modena
Whisky & Bourbon
25ml
Dewar’s White Label Blended
Makers Mark
Jameson
Woodford Reserve
Wild Turkey 101
Hot Drinks
Espresso / Cortado
Fresh mint tea
Double espresso
Americano
Fresh Juices & Blends
San Pellegrino Limonata / San Pellegrino Blood orange
Freshly squeezed orange / carrot juice
Field of Greens Cold Pressed Juice
apple, cucumber, pear, avocado, rocket, spinach, mint, lime
Beetroot Cold Pressed Juice
beetroot, apple, lemon juice