Perfectly located in Westminster,
The Rubens offers an elegant setting to enjoy afternoon tea before
heading to the theatre, allowing you to savour the occasion without
the rush of a conventional dinner reservation. Served in the Palace
Lounge overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, this
experience turns your theatre plans into a complete
afternoon-to-evening occasion.
With generous serving times,
attentive service and a calm, welcoming atmosphere, afternoon tea
is the ideal way to enjoy great food, good company and still arrive
at your show feeling relaxed and on time.
Why afternoon tea works before
the theatre
Unrushed and flexible — no tight
dining windows or hurried courses
Perfect timing — ideal for matinee
or early evening shows
Elegant but relaxed — enjoy
indulgence without feeling overly full
Central London location — easy
onward travel to West End theatres
A complete experience — dining
becomes part of the occasion, not just a necessity
The afternoon tea
Guests will enjoy the hotel’s
Royal Afternoon Tea, featuring:
A selection of classic finger
sandwiches
Freshly baked plain and fruit
scones with clotted cream and preserves
A refined assortment of pastries
and desserts
A choice of premium teas, coffee
or soft drinks
Champagne upgrades are available
for those celebrating a special night out.
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and
halal afternoon tea menus are available with advance notice.
Exclusive theatre-goer
offer
Guests attending a same-day
performance of selected West End shows can enjoy 15% off afternoon
tea when presenting a valid theatre ticket while dining.
Participating shows include:
SIX The Musical - Hamilton -
Wicked
Offer applies to same-day tickets
only and is available when dining at The Rubens.
Please present your ticket to the
team during your visit.
Perfect for
Theatre-goers looking for a
relaxed pre-show experience
Couples and friends planning a
special evening out
London visitors combining
sightseeing, dining and theatre
Midweek and matinee
performances
Anyone who prefers elegance over
rushed pre-theatre dining
Location & timing
Located in the heart of
Westminster, The Rubens at the Palace Hotel is ideally positioned
for travel across central London, making it a convenient and
elegant starting point for your theatre plans.
Afternoon tea service times allow
ample time to dine comfortably and travel onward to your
show.
Looking for something
else?
You may also enjoy:
Champagne Afternoon Tea — perfect
for celebratory evenings
Golden Tips Afternoon Tea
Experience — an ultra-luxury option
Seasonal Afternoon Teas —
including Valentine’s Day and Winter Wonderland
Little Prince & Princess Afternoon
Tea — ideal for family matinees
Because a great night at the
theatre deserves a beginning just as special.