Afternoon Tea in the Palace Lounge at The Rubens Hotel
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price£41 and over
- CuisinesAfternoon Tea
- Hours of operationMon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Phone number020 7834 6600
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefBen Kelliher
- Private party facilitiesWhatever the occasion The Rubens offers the perfect venue for your afternoon tea celebration. With our Events Manager, your function will be meticulously planned and executed, with personalised menus, bespoke themes, and thoughtful touches that reflect your unique style and preferences.
- Private party contactMeetings and Events at The Rubens: 020 7834 6600
- NeighborhoodVictoria
- Cross streetBressenden Place
- Parking detailsValet
- Public transitThe Queen’s Gallery: 1-minute walk <br />The Royal Mews: 1-minute walk <br />Victoria Station:2-minute walk<br />Victoria Palace Theatre (Hamilton): 5-minute walk <br />Buckingham Palace: 6-minute walk <br />Apollo Victoria Theatre (Wicked): 6-minute walk <br />Westminster Abbey: 4-minute cab ride <br />Palace of Westminster: 7-minute cab ride <br />Oxford Street: 10-minute tube journey <br />West End theatre district: 14-minute cab ride<br /><br />Valet parking is available at the nearby secure car park with a charge of £50 for up to four hours or £70 per 24-hours, available daily with our concierge team from 8am to 8pm. Should the value of your car exceed £300,000 please contact us directly.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Royal Afternoon Tea
£70.00 per person
Multiple dates availableSavour our Royal Afternoon Tea at the Rubens at The Palace; a delectable assortment of freshly baked scones and delicate finger sandwiches. Our delicate pastries include our signature Crown, made with alpaco dark chocolate mousse, grapefruit confit, & chocolate brownie. Impeccable service, breathtaking views, and a touch of royal splendour make this Afternoon Tea an unforgettable and quintessentially British affair. Price: £70 per person; £90 with ChampagneWinter Wonderland Christmas Day Afternoon Tea
£55.00 - £105.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2024 onlyEnjoy a festive twist on our award-winning Afternoon Tea, specially curated by our Executive Pastry Chef Sarah Houghting, who was a finalist in Bake Off: The Professionals. Expect a scrumptious feast of cakes, pastries, and seasonal flavours that pay tribute to the long-standing English tradition of Afternoon Tea, including a glass of mulled wine and if you're dining on Christmas Day, a glass of Champagne. Set against the tranquil backdrop of live piano in The Palace Lounge. The Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea is served between 12-5pm Price: £105 per adult including a glass of champagne; £55 children under 12. Non-alcoholic alternatives are available. Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten Free Menus are also available10% off Afternoon Tea
£70.00 per person
Jan 2, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025Indulge in the epitome of a quintessential English Afternoon Tea experience at The Rubens at the Palace, where refinement meets tradition. Immerse yourself in the charming ambiance of our Palace Lounge, offering panoramic views of the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, or enjoy your tea within the opulent surroundings of our exquisitely designed English Grill. Enjoy 10% off your afternoon tea experience - available from 2nd January - 31st March excluding Valentine's Day and Mother's Day. For parties of up to eight guests and not valid in conjunction with a gift voucher or any other promotion. Also excludes Golden Tips, Bespoke Portrait and Gourmet Chef Experiences.
What 64 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.4Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.1Value
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steve
Oxford
5 reviews
1.05 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
- Overall 1
- Food 1
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
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SharonA
Orange County
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dined on April 27, 2024
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- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dined on April 15, 2024
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- Food 3
- Service 2
- Ambience 5
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Dined on March 10, 2024
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- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dined on March 10, 2024
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Sophi
New York City
5 reviews
5.05 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Marjorie
Birmingham
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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3.043 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2023
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Blair
Berkshire
12 reviews
4.012 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2023
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Afternoon Tea in the Palace Lounge at The Rubens Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7834 6600.
Afternoon Tea in the Palace Lounge at The Rubens Hotel is rated 4.5 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0PS
Additional information
- Cross streetBressenden Place
- NeighborhoodVictoria
- Hours of operationMon–Fri, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Price£41 and over
- CuisinesAfternoon Tea
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsValet
- Public transitThe Queen’s Gallery: 1-minute walk The Royal Mews: 1-minute walk Victoria Station:2-minute walkVictoria Palace Theatre (Hamilton): 5-minute walk Buckingham Palace: 6-minute walk Apollo Victoria Theatre (Wicked): 6-minute walk Westminster Abbey: 4-minute cab ride Palace of Westminster: 7-minute cab ride Oxford Street: 10-minute tube journey West End theatre district: 14-minute cab rideValet parking is available at the nearby secure car park with a charge of £50 for up to four hours or £70 per 24-hours, available daily with our concierge team from 8am to 8pm. Should the value of your car exceed £300,000 please contact us directly.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefBen Kelliher
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number020 7834 6600
- Private party facilitiesWhatever the occasion The Rubens offers the perfect venue for your afternoon tea celebration. With our Events Manager, your function will be meticulously planned and executed, with personalised menus, bespoke themes, and thoughtful touches that reflect your unique style and preferences.
- Private party contactMeetings and Events at The Rubens: 020 7834 6600