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. The New York Bar epitomises the essence of a great lounge bar, delivering impeccable service, generous hospitality, and expert mixology.
The comprehensive cocktail menu takes you on a journey from early signature classics to modern infusions and captivating table theatre cocktails. The 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.
Must Try: Sample an Espresso Martini at The New York Bar together with a vast selection of Classic, Champagne, Signature and Vintage Martini Cocktails, each offering their own story to tell.
Monday - Sunday: 12 noon - 11 pm
Pre-theatre dining: 4 pm - 7 pm
======================
Special Offers and Events
Celebrate Christmas at The New York Bar
Make this Christmas more magical by celebrating at The Rubens at the Palace. Whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a family celebration, we have something to suit your festive occasion. Enjoy private dining, a Christmas lunch to remember or join us on New Year’s Eve for a spectacular dinner.
Group bookings are available.
Enquiries are now open - a member of the team would be happy to discuss your requirements.
New York Bar Festive Trio - 15th November to
1st January
A festive trio of winter cocktails crafted for indulgence and
celebration. Bourbon Bells blends rich Buffalo Trace Bourbon and
Mandarine Napoléon Liqueur with star anise and nutmeg–infused
cream, finished with a delicate blood orange cloud for a warming,
spiced delight. The White Cosmopolitan offers a refined twist on a
classic, combining Ketel One Vodka and St-Germain Elderflower
Liqueur with citrus and white cranberry juice, elegantly garnished
with candied rosemary and cranberries. For something bold and
velvety, the Spiced Blueberry Jam Sour unites Warner Edwards Gin,
blueberry jam, Chambord, and citrus, lifted by cinnamon syrup and a
smooth egg white foam—a perfect balance of sweet spice and tart
fruit.
Price: £18 each
Time: From 12pm
The New York Bar Christmas Sandwich - 15th
November to 1st January
This festive season, savour the ultimate Christmas sandwich to
share. Enjoy roast turkey, pork & apple stuffing, truffled Baron
Bigod, and cranberry mayonnaise on toasted sourdough, served with
crispy French fries and traditional mince pies. Each bite is a true
taste of the season.
Price: £26 for two people to share
Time: From 12pm
NYE small plates and Champagne - 31st December
2025
Ring in the New Year at The New York Bar, Rubens at the Palace,
with a celebration of flavour and sparkle. Choose between two
tempting experiences, enjoy two sharing snacks with a bottle of
Champagne, or two sharing snacks with two New Year’s Sensation
cocktails.
Price: £125 for two sharing platters and bottle of champagne, £59 for two sharing snacks and two New Year's Eve sensation cocktails
Please note, bookings are subject to availability, pre booking is essential.
========================
Special Occasions for 2026:
Veganuary and Dry January - Revive and
Refresh with the New York Bar
This January, put your best foot forward with a selection of
carefully curated cocktails and limited-edition Small Plates for
Veganuary and Dry January
Available daily and priced individually.
1st – 31st January
Valentine’s Day - Saturday 14th of
February
Treat your loved one to our Oyster and Champagne Experience
Savour a selection of Oysters accompanied by a glass of Champagne
followed by a decadent sharing dessert.
Conclude with a decadent croquembouche to share, filled with
vanilla and coffee cream, drizzled with warm Caraibe hot
chocolate sauce.
£49 for Two
Our Sabrage Experience will be available throughout the evening (at
an additional cost).
========
The New York Bar Cream Tea
Indulge in a decadent Cocktail Cream Tea featuring a trio of scones—plain, fruit, and cheese—served with homemade seasonal preserve, lemon curd, and clotted cream, accompanied by the signature Seventh Duchess of Bedford cocktail and your choice of tea or coffee. For a warming twist, upgrade to a speciality hot chocolate or matcha green tea.
The classic Cream Tea offers the same delightful selection of scones and spreads, paired with a hot beverage of your choice.
For something celebratory, Cakes and Bubbles for Two invites you to enjoy a glass of Prosecco each alongside two desserts, from Mrs Tollman’s Baked Vanilla Cheesecake to the indulgent Sticky Toffee Pudding or Vegan Chocolate Brownie. This sweet offering is perfect for sharing and savouring in style.
Available daily
From £25 per person
=============================
Live Music at The New York Bar
Experience the enchanting melodies of Sourya, our resident singer at The New York Bar. Enjoy a selection of cover songs, spanning decades ranging from R&B and Pop to Soul. Enjoy an evening full of delightful music amidst a lively atmosphere.
Time: Every Thursday – Saturday (7:30 pm - 11:30 pm) in December and from 1st April 2026.
Pre-Theatre Dining with The New York Bar
The Rubens at the Palace is located in the heart of Victoria, just a five-minute walk from the Victoria Palace Theatre, home to Hamilton, the musical and also a short walk to the Palace Theatre showing Wicked.
£45 for three courses or £35 for two Courses
(Available from 4 pm — 7 pm)
New York Bar Royal Cocktails with Small Plates
The Rubens at the Palace originates from the 1700s, playing temporary home to debutantes, Royals and footmen alike, so there’s plenty of history to soak in while you enjoy the decorated surroundings of the New York Bar.
Located opposite Buckingham Palace, one of London's most iconic landmarks, enjoy inspired Royal cocktails accompanied by a selection of small plates including Salt and Vinegar Cod Bites, Nduja & Manchego Sausage Roll, Buttermilk Chicken Tenders and Tindle Chicken Bao Buns. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
£121 for two people /£60.50 per additional guest
New York Bar Beer flight
Guests enjoy a choice of two beers and delicious bar snacks from
the Small Plates Menu.
Beer options: Peroni Lager, Meantime London Lager, Yakima Red Ale, Coast to Coast Pale (Ale (draught), Daura Damn (gluten-free lager, Spain), Meantime London Pale Ale, Meantime London Chocolate Porter and Guinness.
Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal options are available - please make dietary requirements known at the booking stage
Available: Daily from 12 noon
Price: £79 for two people
New York Bar Drinks and Resident Artist Experience
The Rubens at the Palace resident artist, Shelley the Artist, is available to create bespoke personal portraits. Make your visit to The New York Bar extra special by enquiring about a bespoke portrait creating a truly unique memento.
Price on request + drinks/ food at The New York Bar
Enquiries are open
============================
Immersive Experiences at The New York Bar:
Gin Tasting Experience
Step into the world of royalty and nobility at the stunning The
Rubens at the Palace, just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace.
The Gin Experience is offered in The New York Bar.
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 drink choices, enjoy a selection of Small Plates including Grilled Jumbo Prawns with Peri Peri & Lime Yogurt and Cauliflower Cheese Croquettes.
Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal options are available - please make dietary requirements known at booking stage
Available: Daily at 1 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm
Price: £100 per person (gin experience and Small Plates)
Ideal for Hen Parties/ Birthday Celebrations: This experience is available for groups - please make an enquiry and a member of our Events Team will be in touch to discuss
Whiskey Tasting Experience
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 whisky world involving tasting, nosing, and education.
Whilst savouring your drinks choices enjoy a selection of Small Plates including Cheese and Bacon Sliders, Tindle Chicken Bao Buns and Salt and Vinegar Cod Bites.
Vegetarian, Vegan, and Halal options are available - please make dietary requirements known at the booking stage
Available: Daily at 1 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm
Price: £100 per person (Whiskey experience and sharing platter)
Ideal for Stag Parties/ Birthday Celebrations: This experience is available for groups - please make an enquiry and a member of our Events Team will be in touch to discuss
Immersive Cocktails at The New York Bar
Join our expert mixologist as you learn cocktail-making techniques and master your very own recipes.
Commencing the experience, you'll enjoy a glass of Champagne and canapés whilst enjoying a tutorial. Guests enjoy two crafted cocktails each accompanied by a selection of Small Plates.
Available: Daily at 1 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm
Price: £135 per person
Ideal for Hen Parties/ Birthday Celebrations: This experience is available for groups - please make an enquiry and a member of our Events Team will be in touch to discuss
===========================
Champagne Experiences at The New York Bar
Sabrage Champagne Experience
You will witness the art of Sabrage, the ceremonial technique of
opening a bottle with a sabre.
Guests enjoy a bottle of Champagne between the party with a
selection of Small Plates including Salt and Vinegar Cod Bites
served with Pea Ketchup, Grilled Jumbo Prawns served
with Peri Peri & Lime Yogurt, Cheese and Bacon Sliders
accompanied by Rubens Burger Sauce and Buttermilk Chicken
Tenders served with Hot Sauce, Blue Cheese, Pickled Celery
£161 for 2 people
This includes one bottle of Champagne and food for 2 people.
One bottle could be shared across a group of 6 people. / Additional Sharing Stands can be purchased for £20.50pp
Sabrage Wild Idol Experience
You will witness the art of Sabrage, the ceremonial technique of opening a bottle with a sabre.
Guests enjoy a bottle of Wild Idol between the party
To accompany this, enjoy a selection of Small Plates including Salt
and Vinegar Cod Bites served with Pea Ketchup, Grilled Jumbo Prawns
served with Peri Peri & Lime Yogurt, Cheese and Bacon Sliders
accompanied by Rubens Burger Sauce and Buttermilk Chicken Tenders
served with Hot Sauce, Blue Cheese, Pickled Celery
£161 for 2 people
This includes one bottle of Wild Idol and food for 2 people.
One bottle could be shared across a group of 6 people / Additional Sharing Stands can be purchased for £20.50pp
Thu, 29th May 2025 - Sun, 11th Jan 2026
More info
Thu, 29th May 2025 - Sun, 8th Feb 2026
More info
Thu, 29th May 2025 - Sun, 11th Jan 2026
More info
Thu, 29th May 2025 - Sun, 11th Jan 2026
More info
Thu, 29th May 2025 - Sun, 11th Jan 2026
More info
Sat, 15th Nov 2025 - Thu, 1st Jan 2026
More info
Various dates from Thursday 18th December 2025
More info
Wed, 31st Dec 2025 @ 17:00 - 2:00
More info
Thu, 1st Jan 2026 - Sat, 31st Jan 2026
More info
Sat, 14th Feb 2026 @ 12:00 - 22:30
More info| Offer | Availability |
|---|---|
|
Seasonal Exclusive: New York Bar Festive Cocktail and Christmas Sandwich
Exclusively available this festive season, this delightful cocktail (£19) captures the spirit of Christmas whilst each bite of our Christmas Sandwich £26 for two people) is a celebration of the season, bringing you the true taste of Christmas. |
Monday
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday |
|
Veganuary at The New York Bar
This January, step into the New Year with a carefully curated selection of cocktails and limited-edition Small Plates, perfect for Veganuary and Dry January. |
Monday
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday |
|
New York Bar Cream Tea
Whether you opt for the Classic Cream Tea, the cocktail option that supplements the plain, fruit, and cheese scones with a signature Seventh Duchess of Bedford cocktail, or the Cakes and Bubbles for Two, bringing two glasses of prosecco and mouthwatering desserts into the equation, you're sure to enjoy. Please note that Cream Tea is only available in the New York Bar. |
Monday 12:00 – 18:00
Tuesday 12:00 – 18:00 Wednesday 12:00 – 18:00 Thursday 12:00 – 18:00 Friday 12:00 – 18:00 Saturday 12:00 – 18:00 Sunday 12:00 – 18:00 |
|
Golden Tips Tea Experience for Two
Experience
|
|
New York Bar Gin Tasting Experience for Two
Experience
|
|
Monetary Gift Voucher
£10 - £500
|
|
New York Bar Beer Flight for Two
Experience
|
|
Pre Theatre Dining
Experience
|
|
New York Bar's Immersive Cocktails for Two
Experience
|
|
The Art of the Sabrage
Experience
|
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Tuesday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Wednesday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Thursday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Friday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Saturday | 12:00 | 0:00 | |
| Sunday | 12:00 | 0:00 |
Address
The New York Bar, The Rubens at the Palace, 39 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PS
Area
Victoria
Nearest Station
Victoria (Tube)
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Leopard Room | Private Room | 29 | 40 | - | - | - | |
|
Set in the heart of London Victoria, just opposite Buckingham Palace's Royal Mews, The Leopard Room boasts its own private entrance and facilities, bringing a new level of sophistication and elegance to your next event. The Leopard Room offers an indulgent experience, serving mouthwatering canapés, finger foods, and a diverse selection of creative cocktails and beverages. It's also possible to elevate your occasion with optional live music, performed on our permanent stage. Whether it's a birthday party, corporate function, private meeting, anniversary celebration, or engagement party, The Leopard Room provides the ideal setting for a memorable event. With a maximum standing capacity of 40 people or 29 people seated, The Leopard Room offers an intimate yet vibrant space for your private event, ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and your guests |
|||||||
| The Da Vinci Room | Private Room | 20 | 20 | £400.00 | - | - | |
|
The Da Vinci room is situated on the ground floor with simulated lighting as well as natural lighting and is fully air-conditioned. Décor is of a traditional style and this room features an automatic drop-down screen, ISDN 2 and analogue phone lines. Maximum numbers for a meeting is 20 delegates in a reception or theatre style layout. Event facilities include:
Prices are available on request |
|||||||
| The Rembrandt Suite | Private Room | 60 | 80 | £400.00 | - | - | |
|
The Rembrandt Suite offers abundant natural daylight and a fireplace. It is fully air-conditioned and has adjustable lighting together with a remote controlled drop down screen, ISDN 2 and analogue telephone lines. The suite is situated on the ground floor of the hotel and is ideal for meetings, seminars and dinners for up to 80 guests. Event facilities include: |
|||||||
| The Rubens Room | Private Room | 20 | 20 | £400.00 | - | - | |
|
The Rubens Room is situated on the ground floor of the hotel with simulated lighting as well as natural lighting and is fully air-conditioned. Décor is of a traditional style. This room features an automatic drop-down screen, ISDN 2 and analogue phone lines. Maximum of 20 guests in a reception or theatre style layout. Event facilities include: |
|||||||
| The Rubens Suite | Private Room | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | |
* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
We tried the Gin Experience at The Cavalry Bar
Hotel bars in London are ten a penny, but for a hotel to have no less than three puts it alongside the likes of The Savoy and The Connaught, and even fewer have the next-door neighbours that The Cavalry Bar does. Located in The Rubens at the Palace hotel, on 39 Buckingham Palace Road, the hotel hasjust…
