Leopard Bar at The Montague on the Gardens

Description

No great hotel is complete without a first-class bar, a place that changes its character as the day progresses, an environment in which the relaxed atmosphere and friendly service make you feel completely at home. The Leopard Bar at The Montague on the Gardens Hotel is just such an oasis, tucked snugly away from the city streets opposite the British Museum. 

The Leopard Bar offers a perfect blend of chic traditional British elegance and South African-inspired furnishings, alongside comfortable, quiet and cosy corners. Enjoy a variety of bar snacks and meals, as well as an excellent selection of drinks and expertly mixed cocktails while listening to the relaxing live entertainment provided in the bar on Wednesdays and Thursdays. 

 

What guests can expect at The Leopard Bar:

The Leopard Bar offers a sophisticated and eclectic menu of food and drink, designed to delight the senses. Guests can enjoy an array of carefully curated wines, classic cocktails, beers, and spirits, all perfectly complemented by a selection of gourmet snacks and light bites.

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Seasonal Experiences:

Special Offers: 25% off Afternoon Tea

Available Monday to Friday until the 30th October.

Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or gift voucher and does not apply to our Shelley Levy experience.

 

Halloween Afternoon Tea

Available exclusively on the 31st October, enjoy this Traditional Afternoon Tea with a seasonal nod to Halloween accompanied by a cocktail - £70 per person

Bookings are now available

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Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens

There's nowhere better to savour a delicious traditional Afternoon Tea than The Montague, overlooking peaceful gardens in the heart of London. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with vegan, vegetarian, Halal and gluten-free options available. Children's Afternoon Tea is also available.

Traditional Afternoon Tea £60 per person / Children under 12 years £24.50

Welcoming group bookings on the Garden Terrace for your celebrations - minimum spends apply depending on your selected date

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The Ultimate Bottomless Afternoon Tea

Enjoy the ultimate Afternoon Experience at The Montague on the Gardens. Guests can enjoy Bottomless tea delicacies and Lanson Champagne. This Afternoon Tea experience is available on Saturdays and Sundays

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free options are available.

£160 per person (15% service charge applicable)

Available: Saturday and Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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Live jazz

The Leopard Bar hosts live jazz performances, creating an enchanting atmosphere that perfectly complements its sophisticated ambiance on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 and 10pm.

 

Experiences at The Leopard Bar

Sabrage
The French tradition of sabrage, opening a champagne bottle with a cavalry sword is saluted at The Montague on the Gardens. After the main ceremony, enjoy tasting our fine champagne and, upon completion, receive a certificate, the cork and a photo to prove your new skills.

Price: £130 per person

Wine tasting
Taste three award-winning South African wines from the Bouchard Finlayson wine estate. The Montague presents a unique opportunity to sample wines such as the acclaimed Hannibal blend, rated 99/100 by the South African wines index.

Price: £70 per person

 

The Leopard Bar Terrace

There's nowhere better to relax with friends or family on a sunny afternoon than the Leopard Bar Terrace. Whether you are sampling fresh dishes from the talented kitchen team or indulging in a delicious Afternoon Tea, bask in the serenity of our terrace overlooking the secluded private gardens of the Bedford Estates.

Enjoy the quintessential British tradition of Afternoon Tea, with freshly baked scones served with clotted cream and homemade jam, a selection of delicious sandwiches, and an array of pastries. An extensive selection of teas completes the experience, or perhaps add a glass of bubbles to celebrate the occasion in style.

 

Afternoon Tea Parties
Join The Montague on the Gardens for an elegant gathering filled with delectable finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and an array of tantalising pastries with an Afternoon Tea party at The Montague. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, and baby showers, sip on exquisite teas or champagne and enjoy the warm ambience of this beautiful Leopard Bar.

 

Cigar Experience
This Cigar experience allows guests to enjoy authentic Cuban and Dominican Cigars in the comfort of our outdoor terrace, which overlooks the secluded private gardens of the Bedford Estates. Available from 10pm onwards

Please note that non-resident access to the Cigar Terrace requires a minimum spend of £35 per person.

 

Cigar Tasting Experience
This meticulously crafted offer provides guests with a choice between Hoyo Petit Robusto or Montecristo Petit Edmundo cigars, accompanied by a mouthwatering steak baguette and perfectly paired Glenfiddich 12-year-old whisky.

Price: £67 per person

 

Festivities at The Montague
Make this Christmas more magical by celebrating at The Montague on the Gardens. Whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a family celebration, The Montague on the Gardens have something to suit your festive occasion. 

 

The Ski Lodge - 3rd November to 30th December 2024
London's ultimate winter party venue returns on 3rd November to deliver festive joy with a touch of cosy nostalgia. This premier festive party destination offers a range of options to suit your individual requirements. Come and celebrate this magical time at The Ski Lodge in the heart of Bloomsbury. Please note that The Ski Lodge only accept bookings of 10 or more guests. For more details please visit Ski Lodge

 

Winter Lodge - 3rd November to 30th September 2024
Step into a world of warmth and wonder at the Winter Lodge, the perfect escape this season. Designed as a traditional log cabin, the lodge is adorned with twinkling lights and filled with the rich, inviting scent of pine, immersing you in a cosy winter wonderland. For more details please visit Winter Lodge

 

For more details on Thanksgiving, Christmas Parties, Christmas Day dining, Boxing Day and NYE celebrations please visit The Montague on the Gardens for full details 

 

 

Info

  • Happily Affordable ££
  • Taking Bookings
  • Wheelchair Access
  • No trainers, No hoodies, Smart casual

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Tuesday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Wednesday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Thursday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Friday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Saturday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.
Sunday 11:00 0:00 Opening Times: Monday to Sunday: 11am to 12am Live Jazz Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings between 6.30 pm and 10 pm.

Location

Address

Leopard Bar at The Montague on the Gardens, 15, Montague Street, WC1B 5BJ

Area

Holborn

Nearest Station

Russell Square (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisine

    This venue serves Bar Snacks food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Great Russell Suite Private Room 120 150 - £1500 - 8000 £1500 - 8000

The Great Russell Suite is fully air-conditioned, has a private registration and cloakroom area as well as a private bar. It is located on the lower ground floor and is fully accessible for disabled people.

The Great Russell Suite provides the ideal setting for conferences and seminars, dinner dances, Christmas parties or weddings. It also has access to the outdoor Garden Grill which overlooks a secret garden square. It is the largest room in the hotel with a capacity of up to 120 delegates theatre style or 90 guests banqueting style.

Facilities include

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access 
  • Ceiling-mounted LCD projector 
  • Electronic drop-down screen for LCD projections
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • Cloakroom
  • Registration area
  • Comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)
Woburn Suite Private Room 40 50 - £1000 - 3000 £1000 - 3000

The Woburn Suite has natural light and is fully air-conditioned with a small conservatory area on the side. It is located on the lower ground floor and is fully accessible for guests with mobility limitations. With a small conservatory area allowing natural daylight and a cosy seating area, The Woburn Suite serves as an ideal venue for both meetings for up to 28 delegates or formal dinners for up to 30 guests.

Facilities included

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access
  • 52" plasma screen TV with laptop connections for presentations   
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • Comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)
Bloomsbury Suite Private Room 22 30 - - -

The Bloomsbury Suite is most suitable as a medium-sized meeting room or a syndicate room when holding large conferences. With a maximum capacity of 22 people theatre style it is also popular for smaller board meetings and private dining.

Facilities include

  • Complimentary WiFi internet access
  • 52" plasma screen TV with laptop connections for presentations 
  • Fully air-conditioned, controllable from within the room
  • Organisation of all of your A.V. requirements (this will require advance notice and may incur an extra charge)
  • Comprehensive range of menu options, including bespoke menu designs and special menus for guests with dietary requirements (may incur additional cost)
Ski Lodge Outdoor Space 0 200 - - -

If you're seeking a unique way to celebrate the festive season in London, look no further than the Ski Lodge at The Montague - London's original ski lodge-themed winter party venue, awarded 'Bronze' for Best Christmas Party Venue in The London Venue Awards 2019.


Transforming the Wood Deck into a magical alpine retreat, the Ski Lodge features pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, snowmen, ski racks, and twinkling fairy lights. At the heart of this winter wonderland is a bar serving an array of beverages, including Schnapps and flavoured vodkas.


To ward off the chill and drifting snowflakes, guests can indulge in delicious candied pecans, mulled wine, hot spiced cider, steaming hot chocolate, and cosy up with soft blankets. These delights ensure you stay warm and snug during the long winter nights, making your festive celebration truly memorable.

Beach Bar Outdoor Space 0 200 - - -

Our award-winning Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens is an unforgettable summer party venue.

We will welcome you with plenty of fun and surprises. Complete with real sand, a beach-hut style thatched roof, delicious cocktails, palm trees and a backdrop of a beautiful beach, you'll feel like you're basking in the Bahamas rather than in the heart of central London. 

Voted 'Best Summer Party Venue' at The London Venue Awards 

Our flexible spaces can accommodate parties of up to 200 guests and the Great Russell Suite is available for DJ and dancing into the night, complete with a built-in dance floor and private bar.

To get you in the summertime spirit our Chef serves a delicious range of BBQ options including meat, fish and vegetarian dishes followed by a tasty line-up of tempting desserts including assorted ice creams in cones. Cocktails are served in coconuts on arrival, alongside a superb selection of wine, beers and spirits. Guests also have the added option of unlimited drinks packages.

 

The Montague Street Garden Outdoor Space 180 250 - - -

Hidden within the heart of London, behind discrete yet magnificent black iron gates embossed with the gilded Bedford crest, sits a magical garden, undiscovered and truly private. We have the keys to these gardens and we’re excited to show you around. 

The Montague Street Gardens is officially opening its gates to corporate and private events. The gardens are a stone’s throw from the iconic British Museum (just a five-minute walk from Russell Square tube station), yet create the sense of an English country garden. 

he space has a magical feel to it, characterised by its swirling garden paths and lush lawns which are overhung by mature trees. The gardens benefit from immaculate daily upkeep by the Bedford Estates’ gardeners and even have their very own bee hives.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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