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The New York Bar at The Rubens, London, Greater London

The New York Bar at The Rubens

3.7
3.7
11 Reviews
£41 and over
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of The New York Bar, a distinguished venue in the heart of London Victoria celebrated for its striking red décor, original artwork, and welcoming ambiance. Expect expertly crafted cocktails, tasting experiences, live music, and a signature Champagne trolley. Led by Bar Manager Silviu Stan, The New York Bar epitomises the essence of a great lounge bar, delivering impeccable service, generous hospitality, and expert mixology.

Our comprehensive cocktail menu takes you on a journey from early signature classics to modern infusions and captivating table theatre cocktails. Our bar menu showcases tantalising light bites, indulgent sandwiches, and comforting specialties, making The New York Bar the perfect setting for luxury date nights, after-work drinks, pre-dinner cocktails, or laid-back lunch meetings.

Live Music: Every Thursday – Saturday (7:30pm - 11:30pm)

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Comfort Food, British
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7834 6600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Ben Kelliher
  • Private party facilities
    At The Rubens at the Palace, we believe that every special occasion deserves a truly luxurious and memorable venue. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, corporate meeting, or conference, The Rubens offers the perfect backdrop to turn your event into an extraordinary experience. Contact MeetRB@rchmail.com
  • Neighborhood
    Westminster
  • Cross street
    Buckingham Palace Road
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Victoria Underground and Mainline stations <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.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Pre-Theatre Set Menu

    £29.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The New York Bar provides the perfect setting for luxury date nights, after-work drinks, pre-dinner cocktails or pre-theatre dinings. The Pre-Theatre menu includes Sharing Stand options such as Peking Duck Steamed Buns, Soft Shell Crab and Cheeseburger Spring Rolls or main course and dessert options. Opt for Buttermilk Chicken Schnitzel Club, Grilled Globe Artichokes (ve) or Fish & Chip Shop Experience followed by signature dishes such as Bea Tollman’s Baked Vanilla Cheesecake or Saffron Poached Pear (ve). Wicked and Hamilton are a short walk from The Rubens at the Palace, making a visit to see the show even easier for our guests. (Available from 5 pm — 6.45 pm) £39.95 for three courses or £29.95 for two Courses
    Pre-Theatre Set Menu Photo
  • Whiskey Tasting Experience

    £110.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our resident Sommelier will guide you through a bespoke selection of premium Whiskeys. You’ll enjoy three sensational whisky tasting opportunities, with flavours ranging from full and fruity to deep and dry. Take your seat for a journey through the world of whisky involving tasting, nosing and education. Whilst savouring your drinks choices, enjoy a Sharing Stand of British style Tapas - this includes four plates between two guests, selections can include Lobster Roll, Peking Duck Steamed Buns, Barbecue Jackfruit Bao Bun and Ham & Cheese Croquettes. Pre-payment is required to secure this experience - a member of the team will be in touch to organise this and confirm your booking.
    Whiskey Tasting Experience Photo
  • Gin Tasting Experience

    £70.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    During your experience, the resident mixologist will take you on a journey of discovery and you’ll be tasting three sensational gins from dry, to citrus to spiced varieties, accompanied by complimentary tonic water pairings. Whilst savouring your drinks choices, enjoy a Sharing Stand of British style Tapas - this includes four plates between two guests, selections can include Lobster Roll, Peking Duck Steamed Buns, Barbecue Jackfruit Bao Bun and Ham & Cheese Croquettes. Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal options are available Price: Price: £100 per person / 4 people max This experience must be pre-booked. A deposit is required, and a member of the team will be in touch to organise this with you, until then the booking is not confirmed.
    Gin Tasting Experience Photo

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.7
3.7 based on all time ratings
  • 3.7Food
  • 3.4Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.1Value

NoiseModerate

11 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    London

    55 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was a horrible experience. Service was hopeless, when there was anyone available. Singer barely sang. Huge silent breaks. Food awful. Over priced nonsense.
    The New York Bar at The RubensResponded on September 30, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your review following your recent visit. I am very sorry that we did not meet your expectations with regards to your experience with us. We appreciate all feedback and I will be sure to pass this on to our Management Team so that they can take your comments on board, as we continuously work hard to improve the facilities and services we provide. I do hope that one day we may have the chance to welcome you back. Warm regards, Malcolm Hendry, Managing Director.

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  2. catyb

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing love the vibes the food and live music. Service was top tier.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Manchester

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Half the menu that was on here wasn’t on the menu in the restaurant. I also stated it was a special birthday and they didn’t have a clue. Also seemed shocked when we arrived. A lot of running around and getting everyone’s orders mixed up for a restaurant that wasn’t very busy. Food was mediocre, toastie and McCain fries. They also just assumed we were there for drinks when again I mentioned on open table that it was for a birthday and that we wanted food and drinks. Probably wouldn’t go again

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Singer was amazing. Nice drinks but a bit pricey. Thanks for a great night!!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Got to the bar and no one showed us to the table, no one came to take our order and left after a while due to the poor service

    1 person found this helpful

  6. MrsMayfair

    London

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had drinks in the bar and dinner in the English Grill. A fab night Great food

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Didn’t have reservation on arrival. Very slow service. Very expensive drinks

    1 person found this helpful

  8. MiriamD

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely experience to dine at the Rubén’s. We’ll do it again.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful place, service was amazing, unfortunately food was not that good.

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  10. JamesK

    London

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Really wanted to like this place and the staff were very friendly. However, it took nearly 40 mins to receive our drinks order (one cocktail and a coke) and for most of the time we were there there was no one behind the bar. For a place described as a “bar” and which charges around £17 for a martini, that’s not a great look. In fairness I got the impression they were understaffed and as I say I could not fault the staff members on their courtesy. But at this price point it shouldn’t take 40 mins to get a drink. The food was decent but too expensive. c£26 for a burger and a small-ish portion of fries. I will go back at some point as maybe we caught them on a bad day and luckily we weren’t in any hurry. I just hope it was a one off.

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FAQs

The New York Bar at The Rubens is rated 3.7 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The New York Bar at The Rubens

39 Buckingham Palace Rd, London, Greater London SW1W 0PP

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Buckingham Palace Road
  • Neighborhood
    Westminster
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Comfort Food, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Victoria Underground and Mainline stations 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.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef Ben Kelliher
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7834 6600
  • Private party facilities
    At The Rubens at the Palace, we believe that every special occasion deserves a truly luxurious and memorable venue. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, corporate meeting, or conference, The Rubens offers the perfect backdrop to turn your event into an extraordinary experience. Contact MeetRB@rchmail.com
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