Indulge in Afternoon Tea at The Rubens with Optional Champagne Upgrade
Dig into a delicious afternoon tea spread of sweet and savoury treats, served with a royal flair at the iconic five-star The Rubens at the Palace Hotel. With The Royal Mews equestrian stables mere steps away, watch the comings and goings of royal carriages from the alfresco Palace Lounge as you sip tea and savour delicious scones. Enhance this quintessentially British experience with a glass of Champagne and toast to the good life!
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (1–11) or one adult (12+)
- Traditional afternoon tea at The Rubens at The Palace
- UPGRADE to include a glass of champagne (18+ only)
- Available every day: 1pm, 2pm or 3pm
Sample Menu Highlights
The Rubens Afternoon Tea:
- Savoury:
- Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese - On Cape Seed Loaf
- Roast Sirloin Of Beef, Horseradish Cream & Rocket - On White Bread
- Cucumber & Dill Crème Fraîche - On Norfolk Crunch
- Chicken And Grain Mustard Mayonnaise, Toasted Almonds - On White Bread
- Barber’S Cheddar Cheese & Plum Tomato - On Onion Bread
- Scones served with homemade seasonal preserve, lemon curd & clotted cream: plain or fruit
- Pastries:
- Coffee Crown - Mascarpone Mousse, Espresso Creamy, Coffee Genoise
- Hazelnut Roche - Jivara Supreme, Hazelnut Praline, Hazelnut Sablé
- Citrus Pistachio Tart - Lemon Madeleine, Citrus Jelly, Pistachio Whipped Ganache
- Rhubarb And Vanilla Layer Cake - Vanilla Sponge, Rhubarb Cream, Opalys Crémeux
- Teas: Selection of black, green, white and herbal tea from P.M. David Silva & Sons
- A glass of champagne (*upgrade only)
Prince & Princess Royal Afternoon Tea Menu (11 years and under):
- Savoury (on white and brown bread):
- Raspberry jam and smooth peanut butter
- Smoked Ham and cheddar cheese
- Roast Chicken, pesto mayonnaise
- Scones served with homemade seasonal preserve, lemon curd and clotted cream: Plain or fruit
- Pastries:
- Lemon Drizzle Madeleine - Lemon Curd
- Berliner Doughnut - Hakumbi Glaze, Custard Cream
- Caramel Marshmallow Tea Cake - Soft Caramel, Vanilla Biscuit
- Served with a milkshake of choice or hot chocolate
*Please note, sample menu has been provided as an example and is subject to change without notice
Pricing & availability
The Rubens At The Palace, Buckingham Palace Road, London, 1
Things to know
- After you have made your booking request, a confirmation email will be automatically sent to your nominated email address. Please note this is not your ticket, as your desired date may not be available
- Luxury Escapes will email your official ticket (if available) to your email address within five business days of purchase. This official ticket will be required to redeem your experience
- Present printed ticket upon arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 3 days before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 72 hours before reservation date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 72 hours of reservation date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to booking
72 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: 1pm, 2pm or 3pm
- Venue: The Rubens at the Palace, Buckingham Palace Rd, London, UK
- Please arrive at the hotel 15 minutes before your booked time. Tickets are only valid for the date and time shown on your ticket
Important:
- Please note, guests are required to present printed ticket upon arrival
- Dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free can be accommodated with minimum 48 hours’ prior notice. Please advise at the time of booking. Please note, due to cross-contamination, The Rubens cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant-free recipes/dishes
- Menu is seasonal and subject to availability. Images and sample menu have been provided as an example only
- Valid for dine-in only. Set menu restrictions apply
Terms & Conditions:
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request
- Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times
- Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Dress Code:
- Smart casual – sportswear, flip-flops and non-tailored shorts are not permitted
- Guests not adhering to the dress code will not be permitted entry into the venue
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The venue you are visiting may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
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