Quintessentially opulent, The English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel, offers British cuisine in rich surroundings. Within a luxurious dining room including a magnificent glass wall into the kitchen, The Rubens boasts 5* service whilst being warm and welcoming. Dishes offer the finest British and seasonal produce, including top-quality cuts of meat, handled perfectly in the kitchen's charcoal-fired Josper grill.
The flagship restaurant offers classic dishes, including salads, delicious fish courses and desserts, as well as a cheese trolley of British cheeses. To offer a unique experience, The English Grill also adds tableside theatre with dishes being brought to the table, this can include the carving of roasts, flambeed crepes, filleting of the famous Dover Sole and carving of smoked Salmon.
Signature dish: Steak Diane, flambéed at your table!
The English Grill is proud to hold two AA Rosettes.
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Special Offers and Events
VE Day 80 celebrations at The Rubens at the Palace
5th - 11th of May
The Rubens at the Palace is
offering guests a week of celebrations with a dedicated Afternoon
Tea created by the team to mark this momentous milestone.
The Rubens are honoured to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with this special Afternoon Tea menu. The 8th of May 1945 marked the end of World War II in Europe and was met with jubilant street parties and gatherings across the United Kingdom. To honour this historic occasion, The Rubens are delighted to introduce a new menu creation for a limited period – the Poppy Cake. This elegant pastry features Almond Amatika Mousse, Lemon Jaconde, Lemon Marmalade, and a delicate Poppy Seed Sablé, all beautifully glazed in black and adorned with a handcrafted chocolate poppy. A symbol of remembrance, peace and resilience, this special addition pays tribute to the spirit of the time.
VE Day Royal Afternoon Tea: £78 per person
Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal and Gluten-Free options are all available.
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In addition, The Rubens at the Palace will be hosting a unique Royal Victory in Europe Day Afternoon Tea on 8th of May 2025
Join the team on 8th May, the anniversary itself, for an elevated experience: a beautifully curated tea served in six delicious courses, with a glass of champagne to toast the day. Delight in a specially crafted amuse-bouche and palate cleanser designed to make the occasion feel even more special.
8th of May VE Day Royal Afternoon Tea: £110 per person
Bookings are now open
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Breakfast at the English Grill
Start the day with a hearty and/or healthy breakfast at The English Grill with an a la carte breakfast menu fit for a King!
Open daily Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 10:30am, Saturday: 7am – 11am and Sunday 7am – 11:30am
Lunch at the English Grill
£29 for Two Courses or £35 for Three Courses
Available Tuesday to Friday from midday to 2.30 pm
Dinner at The English Grill
A seasonal a la carte menu is available for guests to enjoy Tuesday to Saturday from 5.30pm.
The English Grill also offers Pre-Theatre dining options. With some of London's most celebrated and longest-running shows on the doorstep, including Hamilton and Wicked, it would be amiss to enjoy an evening at the theatre without a pre-theatre dinner at The English Grill.
Available 5.30 pm - 7 pm Tuesday to Saturday. Two Courses £49 / Three Courses £55 per person
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Celebrating a special occasion:
The luxurious dining atmosphere makes for the perfect space to
host your special occasions. Whether you are celebrating a
birthday, anniversary, or another key event, the experienced and
passionate team will be on hand to ensure that your occasion is
marked with the excellence that it deserves.
To celebrate the occasion, select from an exquisite fine-dining
menu, specially curated by the Executive Chef and team, which
offers some of the finest cuisines in London. Theatrically
presented and carefully curated, there is no better place to
celebrate than The English Grill.
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Experiences at the English Grill
A Gourmet Dining Experience with Ben Kelliher
Experience the kitchen up close with Executive Chef Ben Kelliher. Watch the chefs prep as you enjoy a glass of champagne and canapés. Afterwards, indulge in a four-course gourmet experience in The English Grill. Our Head Sommelier will be on hand to offer expert knowledge and guidance for your choice of beverages (drinks not included).
Time: Tuesday to Saturday, 5.30pm and 6.15pm
Price: £599 for two people
Cooking Class: Ben Kelliher's Beef Wellington
Join Executive Chef Ben Kelliher for a one-hour cooking class where you'll learn how to make the perfect beef wellington. During the experience, you'll enjoy a glass of champagne and canapés followed by a three-course dinner with the beef wellington as the main course, and our founder and president, Mrs Bea Tollman’s famous Baked Vanilla Cheesecake as dessert.
Time: Tuesday to Saturday, 5 pm
Price: £380 for two people
Exclusive Experience: Create a plant-based menu at Borough Market
You will first meet Executive Chef Ben Kelliher to discuss your personal requirements and preferences to create a plant-based seven-course menu with produce sourced at the market. After which, you will then return to The Rubens at the Palace, where Chef Ben will personally create your meal English Grill, including: Canapés, Breads & crudites, Starter, Seasonal fruit sorbet, Main course, Dessert: flambé Rum Baba with Borough Market fruits and a selection of Vegan cheeses.
Gourmet chef experience: Enjoy an interactive pastry experience curated by Chef Sarah Houghting at The Rubens.
Joined by one of the Chefs, learn how to create pastry delicacies, whilst picking up invaluable tips and tricks. Afterwards, guests will enjoy champagne and canapés with one of the talented chefs, discussing your preferred cuisine for your upcoming meal. Finally, guests will enjoy a three-course dinner with a bottle of wine, where guests will be able to taste a choice of their incredible pastry creations.
Exclusive Experience: Billingsgate Market
Tides of Change: Sourcing Sustainable Seafood at Billingsgate Market
Immerse yourself in a transformative culinary journey with our
latest MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, ‘Tides of Change: Sourcing
Sustainable Seafood at Billingsgate Market’. Accompanied by our
Executive Chef, Ben Kelliher, venture into the bustling atmosphere
of Billingsgate Market, renowned for its diverse array of ethically
sourced fish and seafood.
During this immersive outing, you'll engage with Chef Ben to
outline your preferences and dietary needs, shaping a bespoke
seafood-centric menu that highlights the freshest catches from the
market’s best sustainable suppliers. Dive into discussions about
the importance of responsible fishing practices and the impact of
seafood choices on marine ecosystems.
After selecting the finest ingredients, return to The Rubens at the
Palace, where Chef Ben will meticulously craft a sumptuous
seven-course seafood extravaganza in The English Grill. From
tantalising starters to decadent desserts, each dish will showcase
the bounty of the sea in innovative and delicious ways.
Indulge in a gastronomic adventure that not only delights the
palate but also champions environmental stewardship and
sustainability.
Advance booking is required for this exclusive experience, with
pre-payment ensuring your reservation. Please kindly provide 48
hours' notice for any changes or cancellations, as payments become
non-refundable thereafter.
Price: £500 per person (drinks not included)
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Private Dining at The Rubens Hotel
The Rubens at the Palace is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion with family, friends or colleagues with a private dining experience.
From intimate dining to larger affairs, the team will create the perfect ambience with a host of personal and thoughtful touches to make the event truly exceptional.
The Rubens at the Palace are licensed to host wedding ceremonies overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace in our Palace Lounge, and each of their restaurants and bars are available for private hire, with set and bespoke designed menus. Contact one of the experienced events team to discuss your requirements.
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Special Offer: Event Offers at The Rubens
Hotel
Valid until the 30th June 2025
Enjoy a variety of special offers for parties at The Rubens
Hotel
Please book or enquire online to secure your booking at The Rubens at the Palace
For more details and to contact one of the events team please make an online enquiry
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CHRISTMAS AT THE RUBENS 2025/ 2026
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, a spectacular Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea, or join us on New Year’s Eve for a spectacular dinner.
Enquiries are now open to 2025/2026 - a member of the events team would be happy to discuss your booking.
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Tue, 21st May 2024 - Sat, 31st May 2025
More info
Thu, 11th Jul 2024 - Sat, 31st May 2025
More info
Fri, 30th Aug 2024 - Sun, 30th Nov 2025
More info
Mon, 24th Nov 2025 - Sun, 4th Jan 2026
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Afternoon Tea Party Offer: Group Price
Afternoon Tea bookings for 10+ guests can enjoy an exclusive price of £60 per person (usually £70). Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or gift voucher. |
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Complimentary Birthday Cake + Prosecco
Celebratory bookings for 10+ will include a complimentary bespoke birthday cake (with a choice of flavour) and a glass of prosecco. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or gift voucher. |
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Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday |
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Afternoon Tea Party Offer: Complimentary Prosecco
The Rubens would like to offer a complimentary glass of Prosecco per person for afternoon tea party bookings for 20+ guests. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or gift voucher. |
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Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday |
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Christmas Early Bird Offer
Guests can secure a 20% discount for bookings confirmed before 31st June 2025 for parties of 10 or more guests. |
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Monetary Gift Voucher
£10 - £500
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Borough Market Tour with Chef Ben Kelliher
Experience
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| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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| Monday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Thursday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Friday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Saturday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
| Sunday | 7:00 | 23:00 | Breakfast Monday to Friday: 6.30 to 10.30am Saturday: 7 to 11am Sunday: 7 to 11.30am Lunch Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 2.30pm Dinner Tuesday to Friday: 5.30 to 9.30pm Saturday: 5.30 to 9.30pm |
Address
The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel, 39 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PS
Area
Westminster
Nearest Station
Victoria (Tube)
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
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Min spend Weekend* |
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| The Rubens Hotel | Venue Hire | 120 | 120 | - | £10,000 minimum spend | - | |
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Entertaining at The Rubens Hotel Neighbouring the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace there is nowhere better to host your party than The Rubens at The Palace. The Rubens at the Palace is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion with family, friends, or colleagues with a private dining experience. From intimate dining to larger affairs, we will create the perfect ambience with a host of personal and thoughtful touches to make the event truly exceptional. We are licensed to host wedding ceremonies overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace in our Palace Lounge, and each of our restaurants and bars are available for private hire, with set and bespoke designed menus. CREATING EVENTS TO REMEMBER Private Dining: The Rubens at the Palace is the perfect location to celebrate a special occasion with family, friends or colleagues, and our private dining experience ensures it will be one to remember. From intimate dining to larger affairs, we create the perfect ambience with a host of personal and thoughtful touches. Make an enquiry and an experienced member of our events team will be in touch to discuss your requirements
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| Rembrandt Suite | Private Room | 36 | 80 | - | - | - | |
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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. The Rembrandt suite is also licensed for weddings.
Key StatisticsFloor/Level - Ground Room Length - 7.9m Room Width - 8.5m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 67.1 sq m
Room CapacitiesBanquet - 36 Boardroom - 20 Cabaret - 27 Classroom - 24 Reception - 80 Theatre - 50 U-Shape - 18 |
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| Rubens Suite | Private Room | 27 | 50 | - | - | - | |
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The Rubens Suite is situated on the ground floor with simulated lighting and is fully air-conditioned. It has an extra exit door through to the English Grill. Décor is of a traditional style. Maximum of 60 guests based on reception style layout.
Key StatisticsFloor/Level - Ground Room Length - 6.8m Room Width - 8.6m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 58.4 sq m
Room CapacitiesBanquet - 20 Boardroom - 14 Cabaret - 14 Classroom - 15 Reception - 50 Theatre - 27
Event facilities
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| Van Dyke Suite | Private Room | 27 | 60 | - | - | - | |
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The perfect fit for your meeting or dining event
Décor is of a traditional style and this room features an automatic drop-down screen, ISDN 2 and analogue phone lines. The Van Dyke Suite can accommodate up to 130 guests in a reception-style layout. The Suite is a combination of the Van Dyke Room, the Buckingham Room and the Van Gogh Room so it can be adjusted into smaller meeting rooms if required. The Van Dyke Suite is licensed for weddings.
Key StatisticsFloor/Level - Ground Room Length - 9.5m Room Width - 11.4m Ceiling Height - 2.73m
ROOM CAPACITIES Boardroom - 20 Cabaret - 21 Classroom - 24 Reception - 60 Theatre - 42 U-Shape - 21 |
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| The Leopard Room | Venue Hire | 29 | 40 | - | - | - | |
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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. |
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| Van Dyke Room | Venue Hire | 27 | 60 | - | - | - | |
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The Van Dyke Room is situated on the ground floor with simulated 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. The maximum number for a meeting is 60 based on reception-style seating. KEY STATISTICSFloor/Level - Ground Room Length - 9.5m Room Width - 11.4m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 53.2 sq m
ROOM CAPACITIESBanquet - 27 Boardroom - 20 Cabaret - 21 Classroom - 24 Reception - 60 Theatre - 42 U-Shape - 21 |
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| Van Gogh Room | Venue Hire | 20 | 50 | - | - | - | |
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The Van Gogh Room is situated on the ground floor with simulated lighting and is fully air-conditioned. Décor is of a traditional style and the room features an automatic drop-down screen, ISDN 2 and analogue phone lines. The Van Gogh Room can accommodate a maximum of 60 guests in a reception-style layout.
KEY STATISTICSFloor/Level - Ground Room Length - 9.1m Room Width - 5.8m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 52.8sq m
ROOM CAPACITIESBanquet - 18 Boardroom - 20 Cabaret - 14 Classroom - 18 Reception - 50 Theatre - 40 U-Shape - 21 |
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| Rubens Room | Venue Hire | 10 | 20 | - | - | - | |
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The Rubens 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. 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. KEY STATISTICS Room Length - 6.8m Room Width - 4.2m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 28.5 sq m ROOM CAPACITIES Boardroom - 13 Cabaret - 7 Classroom - 6 Reception - 20 Theatre - 15 U-Shape - 9 |
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| Da Vinci Room | Venue Hire | 10 | 20 | - | - | - | |
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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. The maximum number for a meeting is 20 delegates in a reception or theatre-style layout. KEY STATISTICS Room Length - 5.8m Room Width - 4.4m Ceiling Height - 2.73m Floor Covering - Carpet Floor Area - 25.5 sq m ROOM CAPACITIES Boardroom - 14 Cabaret - 7 Classroom - 6 Reception - 20 Theatre - 15 U-Shape - 15 |
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
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