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Name: Benugo - The Cellarium Cafe and Terrace
Address: 20 Dean's Yard Westminster Abbey, London, United Kingdom, SW1P 3PA
Telephone: 020 7222 0516
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 3.9

Benugo - The Cellarium Cafe and Terrace

3.9

310 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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The Abbey is continuing the ancient Benedictine tradition of providing hospitality to visitors. The Cellarium, part of the 14th century fabric of Westminster Abbey, was where the monks kept their stores of food and drink. Now the Cellarium café refreshes this tradition of hospitality.
The Cellarium serves delicious salads and traditional British lunches including Fish and Chips every Friday.
The cafe is split over two floors with a terrace on the upper floor with views over the towers of the Abbey.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 11:45am Saturday 9.00am - 11.45am Sunday: 10:00am-12:00am Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Wednesday supper served 5:00pm - 8:00pm Sunday: 12:00am-15:30pm Afternoon tea: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Saturday 9.00am - 4.30pm Sunday: 10:00am- 15:30pm
Phone number
020 7222 0516
Website
http://cellariumcafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
20 Dean's Yard, Westminster Abbey, London, SW1P 3PA
Area
Westminster
Parking Details
None
Public Transit
<br>Nearest tube stations are Westminster, St. James Park, Victoria
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Espresso
- Single£2.05
- Double£2.55
Macchiato
- Single£2.15
- Double£2.65
Americano£2.65
Latte£2.95
Iced Latte£3.05
Cappuccino£2.95
Mocha£3.00
Hot Chocolate£3.00
Flat White£2.90
Cafetière£3.50
Pot of Loose Leaf Tea£3.00
English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Oriental Sencha, Peppermint, Chamomile, Garden berries, Elderflower & lemon

Cream Tea

Cream Tea
Pot of loose leaf tea served with two homemade scones with cream & jam
- pp£7.50

Cakes

Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for £1

Victoria Sponge£4.40
Lemon Drizzle Slice£3.05
Orange & Almond Slice£3.05
Double Chocolate Brownie£3.05
Millionaire Shortbread£3.05
Seasonal Selection of Muffins£3.05

Cellarium Afternoon Tea

£17.50 per person; Add a glass of Prosecco Spumante Extra Dry DOC - £21.50 per person

A Selection of Savouries
Homemade Sweet & Savoury Scones
Selection of Handmade Cakes
Choice of a Pot of Loose Leaf Tea
English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Oriental Sencha, Peppermint, Chamomile, Garden berries, Elderflower & lemon

Puddings

Blackberry and Almond Tart£5.50
Sticky Toffee Pudding£5.50
Chocolate and Hazelnut Brownie Sundae£5.50

What 310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.8Food
3.7Service
4.1Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Quiet

310 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Denver
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 August 2017
overall4food4service4ambience3
Afternoon tea was very enjoyable. For some reason they couldn't locate our reservation.
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Thomo
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Charming setting, great service, interesting menu. Loved it.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 20 June 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent meal. And, whilst seating was fine, my preference would have been downstairs not up.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had afternoon tea after our trip round Westminster abbey, it was lovely, the service was good and the food was better, the overall service was really good and the staff tended to every need.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 June 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
The atmosphere was perfect for a day at the abbey. The portions were large and tasty. Afternoon tea was delicious .
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HarryB
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 June 2017
overall3food4service2ambience4
Service was poor. Later arrivals received their drinks before us and the food, when it came, was not as ordered. This was corrected, with apologies, fairly swiftly but it was disappointing, especially as the erroneous dish was obviously not a main course.
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OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 June 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff here was so accommodating. I planned to have afternoon tea by myself but ran into my son and his girlfriend and they asked to join me. The hostess graciously provided us a larger table, and we had a lovely, unhurried experience. For London, the prices were excellent. I would love to return to this charming spot.
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Francesca
London
53 reviews
vip
4.0
53 reviews
Dined on 30 May 2017
overall4food4service3ambience4
Very enjoyable lunch in the upstairs part of Cellarium (worth booking an upstairs table). I had the wild mucshroom and tarragon fregola which was delicious. Ambiance is relaxed, the room light and airy with unusual roof scape of Westminster Abbey. Service was hit and miss. Despite me booking, there was no acknowledgement of this, order taking slow and general lack of attentiveness. This wouldn't stop me going again, but it's a shame for a hidden gem in Westminster.
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Readingj
Hertfordshire
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 May 2017
overall5food5service4ambience3
Very nice cafe underneath Westminster Abbey. Lovely afternoon tea.
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JoanB
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent food and great value for a wonderful location.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 12 May 2017
overall4food4service3ambience4
Two waiting staff only on the top floor, which dropped to one. This is no reflection on the staff as they were rushed off their feet but service was slow . Both waiters were very hard working, pleasant and fast moving but were continually apologising for the slow service- clearly under staffed and overwhelmed by the lunchtime rush It took 30 minutes to pay! On the plus side, great location, good food and very pleasant team. Nice atmosphere.
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CPC1978
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 23 April 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
Lovely unique venue in the centre of London and great food!
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OpenTable Diner
Yosemite
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 April 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
we had Tea here before service at the Abbey and it was perfect for us; Reasonably priced and nice tea; semi quiet surroundings. fit the bill! We attended service after enjoying tea.
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WendyC
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 13 April 2017
overall2food2service2ambience1
This was a very expensive lunch for not so great food. The service was quite slow. The food was mediocre. At £137 for 3 steak sandwiches and a plate of pasta with a couple of glasses of wine it was the most expensive meal we had in London.
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DrJN68
New York Area
63 reviews
vip
4.0
63 reviews
Dined on 6 April 2017
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was delicious and the ambience was nice and peaceful. Outside seating is a bit tight but, at the right angle, provides a nice view of Westminster Abbey. Perfect on a beautiful Spring day!
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eviebean
London
97 reviews
5.0
97 reviews
Dined on 1 April 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the 2 course menu which was excellent lovely waiter serving, attentive and friendly. Great fir lunch before visiting H of P.
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jaci
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 27 March 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
Who knew Westminster Abbey could have such great food! Most often I stay away from food establishments next to a touristy places, but this place was really recommended by a couple we ran into while in Scotland. I had French toast, OJ and milk. The French toast is made with Brioche and comes with mixed fruit compôte & Greek yoghurt or bacon & maple syrup. I got it with bacon - absolutely delish! Nice and meaty bacon with buttery bread and tasty syrup. The OJ was freshly squeezed. The price was fairly inexpensive too. I certainly recommend you try it!
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misteroenoteque
London
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 17 March 2017
overall2food2service3ambience3
Typical PE backed modern British offering. Puny portions. Costs extra for sides but not enough without. Nice when it comes but terrible value.
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OpenTable Diner
London
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 16 March 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
bright and lovely place. nice service. loved the lamb dish.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 March 2017
overall4food3service4ambience3
I Booked it through Groupons Discount The Afternoon Tea was what i expected it to be. I took my Daughter in Law, Granddaughter and her School friend the sandwiches were not really child friendly ( smoked salmon and coronation chicken ) but they did like the cakes. I didn't like that the scones were both fruit and not one of each and that after the girls had eaten the chocolate looking cup cake was told it contained Baileys.
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David
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 25 February 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had just got engaged in the Abbey and in the light and cosy space of the Cellariun we celebrated the moment and our decision. The informal ambience, natural light and access from the Abbey made it a perfect place to go. It contributed greatly to a wonderful day.
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AnnL
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 11 February 2017
overall4food4service3ambience3
Interesting infill at Westminster Abbey. Could see the rose window and towers of the Abbey from my seat, though those opposite saw blank walls. Looks casual but excellent food. Long queue even in February but we'd booked in advance.
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Andras
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2017
overall4food5service3ambience4
I'd recommend the upstairs seating area as this is nicer than the cellar. The restaurant offers nice and good value set menus for lunch. (Service was good but the team was understaffed so we had to wait for bread, bill etc. )
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Barney
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2017
overall3food3service3ambience2
It wasn't that warm and was quite empty considering it was Sunday lunch. Needs to be promoted better as the entrance is hidden
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 February 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent and the staff were lovely. Great to be within Westminster Abbey.
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Mabel
London
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
I could really do with more choices about describing this venue. Tucked away behind Westminster Abbey in the quiet of Dean's Yard it is a gem of a place. Very good value 2 and 3 course lunchtime menu, not crowded, no intrusive music and rally nice surroundings. The food is good, the servings are generous. Attentive service from friendly professional staff. Definitely recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 January 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice cafe location, could have more food choices
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JillyK
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 January 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
we had a lovely afternoon tea plenty of cakes a few more sandwiches would have been nice
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oxford2blue
London
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 23 January 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
as always service, food and ambience excellent. great place to meet friends and surprise them
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on 22 January 2017
overall3food2service5ambience5
I'm visiting London and was searching for a brunch spot, booked it based on pics. I had two prosecco, a latte, vegetable quiche with side salad. The quiche was like mush and the crust store-bought. If you're looking for a 30 lb so-so brunch, this is a good spot right by Westminster abbey. The venue is worth checking out for maybe a coffee - apparently it's the Westminster monks' former mess hall, beautiful ceilings. In winter though, it's no warmer than outside! Brr!
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JacD
London
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 14 January 2017
overall2food2service2ambience3
It was a disappointing, expensive experience. Food was not great, overpriced for what we got in the afternoon tea selection and the waiter was exceptionally condescending and made us feel very uncomfortable.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Really tasty fresh healthy food in an attractive environment. Would def go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 December 2016
overall5food4service5ambience5
The waiter/chef for afternoon tea was friendly and helpful, and the room was a beautiful atrium with views of the cathedral, lots of light.
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StefanieK
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2016
overall4food4service5ambience4
Had afternoon tea - nice experience. Very good service, will be back
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 December 2016
overall5food4service5ambience4
The best "Close to House of Lords" restaurant there is. Great food and ambiance. Pround to bring anyone there.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 December 2016
overall4food4service4ambience3
We had lunch after a service at the Abbey. It was my friend's first visit and the meal was a fitting conclusion to the day. The food was excellent and the service attentive but the room was a bit noisy and stuffy. We had hoped to be able to eat upstairs but the Terrace was not open.
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OliphantEats
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2016
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great courteous service, with the staff going out of their way to accommodate for our dietary and logistical needs. Good food in a beautiful setting - in the Abbey's shadow, with a gorgeous clear roof and lots of sunshine filtering through. Def recommended!
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OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2016
overall4food4service5ambience4
We enjoyed a great light working lunch in the 'terrace' area. The service was attentive but not intrusive and had we not had to actually go to work, we might have stayed a lot longer!
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cliven
London
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2016
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good afternoon tea and location with helpful people
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Jess
Worcestershire
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2016
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great venue for lunch to meet friends and family. Good value 2 course or 3 course lunch with adequate choices. Friendly service. We had a table upstairs in a light and airy room with views of Westminster Abbey. No views from the downstairs section. Would definitely go again for lunch.
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Google Map for Benugo - The Cellarium Cafe and Terrace

20 Dean's Yard, Westminster Abbey, London, SW1P 3PA

Additional information

Area
Westminster
Hours of Operation
Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 11:45am Saturday 9.00am - 11.45am Sunday: 10:00am-12:00am Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Wednesday supper served 5:00pm - 8:00pm Sunday: 12:00am-15:30pm Afternoon tea: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm Saturday 9.00am - 4.30pm Sunday: 10:00am- 15:30pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Public Transit
Nearest tube stations are Westminster, St. James Park, Victoria
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Website
http://cellariumcafe.com/
Phone number
020 7222 0516

Benugo - The Cellarium Cafe and Terrace

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information

Menu

Coffees & Teas

Espresso

Macchiato

Americano£2.65

Latte£2.95

Iced Latte£3.05

Cappuccino£2.95

Mocha£3.00

Hot Chocolate£3.00

Flat White£2.90

Cafetière£3.50

Pot of Loose Leaf Tea£3.00

Cream Tea

Cream Tea

Cakes

Victoria Sponge£4.40

Lemon Drizzle Slice£3.05

Orange & Almond Slice£3.05

Double Chocolate Brownie£3.05

Millionaire Shortbread£3.05

Seasonal Selection of Muffins£3.05

Cellarium Afternoon Tea

A Selection of Savouries

Homemade Sweet & Savoury Scones

Selection of Handmade Cakes

Choice of a Pot of Loose Leaf Tea

Puddings

Blackberry and Almond Tart£5.50

Sticky Toffee Pudding£5.50

Chocolate and Hazelnut Brownie Sundae£5.50

What 310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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