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Hidden tales & extraordinary truths

The all-day destination for art, afternoon tea, dining and entertainment

During the day

Enjoy wine, cocktails and tasty light bites or live shows in Covent Garden

In the evening

The latest from The Lane

Soak up the sunshine on our terrace, serving light bites, wine and cocktails 

Terrace

Indulge in an exquisite Christmas Afternoon Tea served in lavish settings

Grand Saloon

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visit The Lane

A Royal Welcoming

The ambitious revival of the West End’s oldest & most iconic theatre site

Restoration

Make it an unforgettable visit with a hospitality experience

Hospitality

Open daily to the public during the day & into the evening, no ticket required

Opening Times

The perfect setting to relax, with floor to ceiling foliage, oversized chandeliers and outdoor seating

A hidden oasis nestled in Covent Garden

Our all-day food and drink menu includes specialty coffee (by Extract Coffee Roasters), artisan cakes and pastries (from Lily Vanilli bakery), all-day brunch, light lunches and a selection of classic dishes.

Brunch, Lunch and Seasonal Sharers

Drinks & Cocktails

Simple, seasonal and delicious.

Walk-ins are welcome

Open Times

Something exciting is coming

Day or evening, the perfect place to meet, eat & drink

A secluded oasis serving brunch, lunch classics, sharing boards, barista coffee, tea, and cocktails, with cakes and pastries.

 Toast to spring in our hidden oasis

At the heart of Covent Garden

The Garden

Cocktail bar celebrating the wildly inventive flair and flamboyance of Cecil Beaton and the Bright Young Things

“Be daring, be different” – Cecil Beaton

Our menu is made up of inventive signature cocktails inspired by snapshots of Cecil Beaton’s life and work. Each cocktail is dedicated to one of Cecil’s subjects, a costume design, pattern work, or a simple story. Our signature cocktails include; Pink Prince Charming, Beautiful Wasp, Britannia, Northern Lights, Shooting Star, Paris, Cleopatra and the iconic Eliza Doolittle, as well as some fabulous non-alcoholic cocktails; Coco and Peter Pan. The menu also features an impressive wine and champagne selection.

Cecils Cocktails & Snacks

Signature Serves & Seasonal Specials 

Beers, Wines & Softs

"Be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision” – Cecil Beaton

Reservations encouraged, book using button below

Happy Hour

Beautifully crafted cocktails by award-winning cocktail connoisseur Tristan Stephenson

Enjoy a drink in our glamourous cocktail bar and lounge

Cecil Beaton Bar

Indulge in a truly unique, delicious and decadent Regency-inspired menu, amidst beautiful surroundings

Too much of a good thing can be wonderful

Taking inspiration from the theatre, as well as the popular Regency period, Afternoon Tea in the Grand Saloon is served on custom fine bone china featuring Mythical Characters designed by British interior designers Kit and Willow Kemp. Savoury bites will include madeleines topped with whipped English feta and pickled heritage carrot, Coronation chicken pie with caramelised onion chutney and a bite sized crumpet with John Ross Jr smoked salmon and Earl Grey infused cream cheese. Warm scones will be brought to the table with cream and homemade jam while you sip on Rare Tea Company teas and Taittinger champagne. We cater for a variety of dietary requirements, there are some cases where this may not possible. If you are concerned, or have more than one dietary requirement, please call our team on 02039252999 or email us on table.reservations@lwtheatres.co.uk. Adults £59, Children £35

Afternoon Tea

Children's Afternoon Tea Menu

Our seasonally changing menu is available daily, with sweets straight of the heart of renowned ‘Queen of Cakes’ artisan baker and cake designer Lily Vanilli

Email table.reservations@lwtheatres.co.uk

Reservations required

Served daily, dwell time is approx. 90 minutes

Celebrate the magic of the season 

Treat yourself to an unforgettable experience, celebrating the ceremony and pageantry of an exquisite afternoon tea

Looking for the perfect present? 

Join us this season for drinks, light bites and sunsets.

Champagne, cocktails and high spirits

Delight, unwind and kick back with a mix of treats, as we open our terrace up for sunshine, smiles and sippable delights. 

We're bringing you even more reasons to visit The Lane.

Cecil Beaton Bar

Grand Saloon

The Terrace

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Cecil Beaton Bar

Grand Saloon

The Terrace

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