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The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough - The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough, London, Greater London

The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough

4.8 (50)
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Hyde Park Corner, London, Greater London SW1X 7TA

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A photo of The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough restaurant

The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough

4.8
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Knightsbridge

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2 people
20:00
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Sumptuously decorated with hand-painted trompe-l'oeil marbling and chandeliers, The Withdrawing Room is a luxuriously relaxed setting for an informal gatherings in Knightsbridge. As the living room of The Lanesborough, The Withdrawing Room embodies timeless British elegance and offers a refined yet inviting backdrop - the perfect setting for a leisurely lunch, cream tea, or evening cocktails.

From February to May 2026, sample a taste of Viennese culinary heritage at The Lanesborough, as two of Austria's most beloved desserts - the famous Original Sacher-Torte and traditional Apple Strudel, both prepared to the exacting, closely guarded recipes of Vienna's family-run Hotel Sacher - are offered alongside Austrian speciality coffees and a choice of Negronis.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Cocktail Bar, Cafe Dining
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 09:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 09:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Shay Cooper
  • Private party facilities
    A number of private dining and event spaces are available at The Lanesborough. Please visit our website or email events@lanesborough.com to find out more.
  • Area
    Knightsbridge
  • Cross street
    Hyde Park Corner
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transport
    Hyde Park Corner Underground Station: 1 minKnightsbridge Underground Station: 10 minGreen Park Underground Station: 10 minVictoria Station: 15 min
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cocktail Cream Tea

    £42.00 per person

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    For those in search of a lighter alternative to Afternoon Tea, our Cocktail Cream Tea brings together two Lanesborough favourites - the Lilibet cocktail and freshly baked, fluffy scones served with strawberry jam, clotted cream and your choice of tea or coffee.
    Cocktail Cream Tea photo
  • Cocktail Cream Tea (non-alcoholic)

    £37.00 per person

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    For those in search of a lighter alternative to Afternoon Tea, our Cocktail Cream Tea brings together a mocktail of your choice from our non-alcoholic menu and freshly baked, fluffy scones served with strawberry jam, clotted cream and your choice of tea or coffee.
    Cocktail Cream Tea (non-alcoholic) photo
  • Penhaligon's Festive Cream Tea

    £77.00 per person

    1 - 6 people

    5 Nov 2026 - 6 Jan 2027
    Discover Penhaligon’s Festive Cream Tea, where quintessentially British tradition meets the theatrical spirit of fragrance. Sip on a signature Matcha cocktail, inspired the brand's iconic William Green Pantone, alongside a choice of teas and infusions and freshly baked scones with clotted cream and preserves. Guests can also browse Penhaligon’s signature fragrances, candles and gifts at the festive Gifting Suite at The Lanesborough.
    Penhaligon's Festive Cream Tea photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough.

4.8

4.8
(50)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

50 Reviews
  1. Mshari

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best in my world , thank for evrey think ,, mshari

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  2. Beata

    Surrey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful lunch at The Lanesborough’s The Withdrawing Room on Sunday 16th August 2026 and it was every bit as elegant as we had hoped. ✨ The service was excellent from start to finish — attentive, warm and exceptionally polite without ever feeling intrusive. The food was beautifully presented, very tasty and generous in portion size. A special mention for the X-Rated mocktail, which was absolutely delicious and such a lovely treat. 🍹 A relaxed, elegant experience with impeccable service. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon and would happily return. Highly recommended! ⭐️
    The Withdrawing Room at The LanesboroughResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Beata, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable lunch in The Withdrawing Room and that the experience lived up to your expectations. It is particularly rewarding to know that our team's attentive, warm and professional service contributed to making your afternoon special. We are also pleased that you enjoyed the food, from its presentation to the generous portions, and we are thrilled to hear that the X-Rated mocktail was a highlight of your visit. We very much look forward to welcoming you back to The Lanesborough again soon. Warm regards, The Lanesborough Team

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  3. Nigel

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Lanesborough is a very welcoming environment. Although it's definitely a top dollar destination, it's unique in its class because unlike many London 5* properties, the Lanesborough has a slightly less formal atmosphere, which I really like.
    The Withdrawing Room at The LanesboroughResponded on 10 July 2026
    Dear Nigel, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere of The Lanesborough. Creating an environment that combines the highest standards of luxury with a warm, relaxed and genuine sense of hospitality is something we take great pride in, so it is especially rewarding to know that this stood out during your visit. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to our restaurant for another memorable experience in the near future. Warm regards, The Lanesborough Team

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  4. Caroline

    London71 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 May 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous surrounds and delicious sachertorte- so glad I availed of the pop-up. Unfortunately, when it came to getting the bill.. or getting my coat from the cloakroom.. service completely disappeared! We had to ask for the bill twice, and I must have waited 20 minutes for my coat.. meantime, they were turning off the lights around us, so we could barely see. An unfortunate end to what had been a pleasant experience.

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  5. Sally

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 25 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great traditional hotel. Good service and buzzy, unstuffy atmospherr

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  6. Bani

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love Lanesborough anyways. But the food service ambience is exceptional
    The Withdrawing Room at The LanesboroughResponded on 7 July 2026
    Dear Bani, Thank you for your lovely review. We look forward to welcome you back soon. Warm regards, The Lanesborough Team

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  7. karuna Gold

    London8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 March 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the la carte menu at the Withdrawing Room. However, the Sacher chocolate cake experience was underwhelming. The chocolate cake was dry and I wouldn’t recommend this.

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  8. cyril Gold

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the few nice places in London where you can get a nice Cream Tea. Scones were really good and we had to try the Sacher Torte! Nice afternoon, good food, overall a great experience.

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  9. Ally

    Manchester/Greater Manchester2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday experience with my daughter. Setting, staff, food and of course Miss Lillibet made the while experiment so magical. Thank you and special thanks to Marta, who looked after us, she was a delight.

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  10. Paulette

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 January 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Xmas setting. Our server was amazing and very attentive remembering all our orders and making valid recommendations Awesome croissants and cocktails Pity there was no Chapeldown available...maybe next time

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Cocktail Bar, Cafe Dining
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 09:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 09:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Shay Cooper
  • Private party facilities
    A number of private dining and event spaces are available at The Lanesborough. Please visit our website or email events@lanesborough.com to find out more.
  • Area
    Knightsbridge
  • Cross street
    Hyde Park Corner
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transport
    Hyde Park Corner Underground Station: 1 minKnightsbridge Underground Station: 10 minGreen Park Underground Station: 10 minVictoria Station: 15 min
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Afternoons are ideal, The Withdrawing Room is made for leisurely cream tea and many guests praise its scones and afternoon-tea experience.

The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough feels like a luxuriously relaxed drawing room, sumptuously decorated with hand-painted trompe-l'oeil marbling and chandeliers, offering a refined yet inviting backdrop for cream tea, lunch or evening cocktails; guests describe it as cozy, warm and welcoming.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, neat rather than formal.

The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough can feel buzzy during busy periods, while guests also report it being almost empty and very relaxed at quieter times.

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A photo of The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough restaurant

The Withdrawing Room at The Lanesborough

4.8
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Knightsbridge

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Experiences are available.
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