The English Grill

Name: The English Grill
Address: 39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 0PS
Telephone: 020 7834 6600
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4

66 Reviews

£41 and over

British

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

21:00

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Healthy

Proudly holding two AA Rosettes, The English Grill stands as a beacon of culinary excellence, inviting you to indulge in a symphony of flavours and an ambience where every detail is a celebration of sophistication. Under the culinary guidance of our talented Executive Chef, Ben Kelliher, the menu unfolds with signature British classics, including expertly grilled steaks perfected in our charcoal-fired Josper Grill and seasonal plant-based delights.

The glass wall overlooking the pass allows guests to witness the culinary artistry, while a skilled waiting team presents selected menu items with a theatrical tableside flourish, adding an element of drama to your dining experience. Our menu is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including a fine selection from Bouchard Finlayson, our vineyard in South Africa, alongside a beautiful Champagne trolley.

The English Grill is proud to hold two AA Rosettes.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Grill, English
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:00 Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–21:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Sat 18:30–21:30
Phone number
020 7834 6600
Website
http://www.rubenshotel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Ben Kelliher
Private party facilities
We believe that every special occasion deserves a truly luxurious and memorable venue. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, corporate meeting, or conference, The Rubens offers the perfect backdrop to turn your event into an extraordinary experience.
Private party contact
Meetings and Events at The Rubens Hotel : 020 7834 6600

Location
39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0PS
Area
Victoria
Cross Street
Bressenden Place
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
4 minutes walk to Victoria underground and overground station.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Set Lunch Menu £29 2 courses/ £35 3 courses
£29.00 - £35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Under the culinary guidance of our talented Executive Chef, Ben Kelliher, the menu unfolds with signature British classics, including expertly grilled steaks perfected in our charcoal-fired Josper Grill and seasonal plant-based delights. Set Lunch Menu £29 2 courses/ £35 3 courses Tuesday - Friday 12:00 - 14:30
Set Evening Menu 2 courses £49/ 3 courses £55 pp
£49.00 - £55.00 per person
29 Nov 2023 - 30 Nov 2024
Enjoy Two Courses for £49 or Three Courses £55 per person Tuesday - Saturday throughout the evening Please advise the restaurant of any dietary requirements at the point of booking. Guests are asked to make payment at the point of booking. This is non-refundable without 48 hours' notice - please email diningrb@rchmail.com
The English Grill Beef Wellington Experience
£190.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join the team for a one-hour cooking class. Learn and experience how to make the perfect Beef Wellington. During the experience, you'll enjoy a glass of Champagne and canapés. The experience includes a three-course dinner consisting of our famous London Burrata as a starter, the Beef Wellington as the main course and our founder and president, Mrs Bea Tollman’s famous Baked Vanilla Cheesecake as dessert. This class runs at 5 pm Tuesday to Saturday, subject to availability Please note this is not a confirmed booking. A member of the team will be in touch to confirm the available time and take full pre-payment to secure your booking.

Our wine list includes a special selection of wines from our award winning boutique vineyard, located in the “Heaven on Earth” valley near Cape Town. Peter Finlayson our wine maker, has dedicated his life to the protection of the environment which has been recognised and certified by the WWF, his wines feature some of the most exciting Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs outside Burgundy.

Bouchard Finlayson White Wines

Blanc de Mer (Riesling Blend), 2021
- Glass 175 ml£13.00
- Bottle 750 ml£45.00
Sauvignon Blanc, 2022
- Glass 175 ml£15.00
- Bottle 750 ml£50.00
Sans Barrique, Unoaked Chardonnay, 2020
- Glass 175 ml£15.00
- Bottle 500 ml£50.00
Crocodile’s Lair “Kaaimansgat” Chardonnay, 2021
- Glass 175 ml£18.00
- Bottle 750 ml£64.00
Missionvale Chardonnay, 2022
- Glass 175 ml£22.00
- Bottle 750 ml£80.00

Champagne and Sparkling

Botter Prosecco Superiore, Italy
- Glass 125 ml£13.00
- Bottle 750 ml£68.00
Lanson, Le Black Label, Brut, NV
- Glass 125 ml£22.00
- Bottle 750 ml£125.00
Moët & Chandon, Impérial, Brut, NV
- Bottle 750 ml£150.00
Lanson White Label, Demi-Sec, NV
- Bottle 750ml£150.00
Lanson, Blanc de Blancs, Brut, NV
- Bottle 750ml£160.00
Pol Roger Reserve, Brut, NV
- Bottle 750ml£160.00
Lanson Green Label Organic, NV
- Bottle 750ml£170.00
Bollinger, NV
- Bottle 750ml£190.00
Ruinart, Blanc de Blancs Brut, NV
- Bottle 750ml£250.00
Krug, Grande Cuvée, Brut, NV
- Bottle 750ml£570.00

Vintage

Bottle 750ml

Lanson, Brut, 2012 £195.00
Lanson Noble 2004 £350.00
Lanson Noble, Blanc de Blanc, 2004 £370.00
Taittinger, “Comtes de Champagne”, Blanc de Blancs, 2005 £425.00
Louis Roederer Cristal, Brut, 2008 £800.00

Rosé

Lanson, Rosé, NV
- Glass 125ml £25.00
- Bottle 750ml£150.00
Moët et Chandon, Rosé, NV£150.00
Bottle 750ml
Bollinger Rosé, NV £180.00
Bottle 750ml

Salt, Shells, Citrus

Muscadet “les Amoureux” Loire Valley, France 2020
- Bottle£40.00
Picpoul de Pinet, Terre D’Eole, Languedoc, France, 2022
- Glass£12.00
- Bottle£43.00
Macon Village, Cave de Lugny, Burgundy, France, 2021
- Bottle£55.00
Albariño, ‘Beron’ Bodegas Aquitania, Rias Baixas, Spain 2022
- Bottle£57.00
Gruner Veltliner, Soellner, Ried Fumberg, Wagram, Austria, 2021
- Glass£15.00
- Bottle£58.00
Chenin Blanc, Pecan Stream, South Africa, 2011
- Bottle£60.00
Saint Véran, Domaine Gonon, Burgundy, France, 2020
- Bottle£72.00
Chablis Domaine de Malandes, Burgundy, France, 2021
- Glass£21.00
- Bottle£82.00
Château St Bonnet, Entre Deux Mers, Bordeaux, France, 2012
- Bottle£90.00

Fruits, Flowers, Herbs

Grillo/Chardonnay, Allumea (Organic), Sicilia, Italy, 2021 £40.00
Bottle
Furmint, Patricius, Tokaj, Hungary, 2015 £50.00
Bottle
Vouvray, Domaine Vauvert, Loire Valley, France, 2017 £60.00
Bottle
Pinot Blanc “Les Princes Abbes”, Domaine Schlumberger, Alsace, France, 2017 £65.00
Bottle
Pinot Gris “Les Princes Abbes”, Domaine Schlumberger, Alsace, France, 2017 £80.00
Bottle
Sancerre, Domaine Daulny, Loire Valley, France, 2022 £85.00
Bottle
Gewurztraminer, Domaine Schlumberger, Alsace France, 2020 £90.00
- Glass£23.00
- Bottle£90.00
Riesling, Eichberg, Grand Cru, Emile Beyer, Alsace, France, 2017, Biodynamic £110.00
Bottle
Pouilly-Fumé, Ladoucette, Loire Valley, France, 2020
- Glass£37.00
- Bottle£125.00

Butter, Stone Fruit, Roasted Nuts

Bottle

Saint Aubin, 1er Cru “Les Champlots”, Bachey Legros, Burgundy, France, 2020 £170.00
Chassagne Montrachet, Bachey Legros, Burgundy, France, 2021 £180.00
Puligny Montrachet, Remoissenet, Burgundy, France 2021 £250.00
Mersault Charmes 1er Cru, Henri Germain, Burgundy, France, 2012 £275.00
Châteauneuf Du Pape, Château Beaucastel, Rhone Valley, France, 2014 £320.00
Corton Charlemagne, Bertrand Amboise, 2004, Grand Cru, Burgundy, France £350.00

Bouchard Finlayson Red Wines

Hannibal (Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir), 2020
- Glass 175ml £23.00
- Bottle750ml£85.00
Galpin Peak, Pinot Noir, 2021
- Glass 175ml £26.00
- Bottle 750ml£95.00
Galpin Peak Pinot Noir, 1998 £104.00
Bottle 750ml
Tête de Cuvée, Pinot Noir, 2001 £175.00
Bottle 750ml
Tête de Cuvée, Pinot Noir, 2005 £185.00
Bottle 750ml
Tête de Cuvée, Pinot Noir, 2006 £190.00
Bottle 750ml
Tête de Cuvée, Pinot Noir, 2007 £195.00
Bottle 750ml

Bright and Fresh, Flavours of Red Fruit

Montelpulicano D’Abbruzzo, Conte Di Castelvecchio, Italy, 2021
- Glass£11.00
- Bottle£39.00
Côtes Du Rhône, Cave Les Coteaux Du Rhone, France, 2021 £45.00
Bottle
Douro, Duas Quintas “Tinto”, Ramos Pinto, Portugal, 2019 £55.00
Bottle
Fleurie, “Presidente Marguerite” Cave de Fleurie, France, 2021
- Glass£15.00
- Bottle£55.00
Barbera D’Alba, Pio Cesare, Piemonte, Italy, 2020 £75.00
Bottle
Chateau Musar, Hochar Père et Fils, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, 2019 £75.00
Bottle
Mercurey, Domaine Faiveley, Burgundy, France, 2020 £110.00
Bottle
Chassagne Montrachet ‘Les Plantes Momieres’, Bachey-Legros, Burgundy, 2019 £125.00
Bottle
Volnay ,VV, Vincent Girardin, Burgundy, France, 2014 £150.00
Bottle

Medium Bodied, Complex, Spicy

Malbec Reserva, Gouguenheim, Mendoza, Argentina, 2020
- Glass£16.00
- Bottle£55.00
Chateau Cissac, Haut Medoc, Bordeaux, France, 2018 £70.00
Bottle
Château La Menotte, Lalande Pomerol, Bordeaux, France 2021
- Glass£19.00
- Bottle£75.00
Château Perron, Lalande de Pomerol, Bordeaux, France, 2018 £80.00
Bottle
Wente, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA, 2019
- Glass£21.00
- Bottle£85.00
Rioja Reserva, Marques de Murrietta, Spain, 2017
- Glass£24.00
- Bottle£90.00
Château Puygueraud, Côtes De Francs, Bordeaux, France, 2015 £97.00
Bottle
Margaux Private Reserve, Schröder and Schÿler, Bordeaux, France, 2020 £97.00
Bottle
Reserve de Leoville-Barton, St Julien, Bordeaux, France, 2014 £150.00
Bottle
Château Mazeyres, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France, 2015 £160.00
Bottle
Beaune-Marconnets 1er Cru, Remoissenet, Burgundy, France, 2017 £175.00
Bottle
Gevrey Chambertin, Rossignol Trapet, Burgundy, France, 2020 £180.00
Bottle

Savoury and Structured, Full and Intense Body

Glenelly, Estate Reserve, Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2015 £61.00
Bottle
Shiraz, Mollydooker “The Boxer”, Mc Laren Vale, Australia, 2021
- Glass£21.00
- Bottle£75.00
Barolo, Manfredi, Piemonte, Italy, 2018 £90.00
Bottle
Châteauneuf du Pape, Chapoutier, Rhone Valley, France, 2020
- Glass £35.00
- Bottle£115.00
Château De Pez, Saint Estèphe, Bordeaux, France, 2017 £177.00
Bottle
Barolo, Pio Cesare, Piemonte, Italy, 2013 £215.00
Bottle
Château D’Angludet, Margaux, Bordeaux, France, 2014 £220.00
Bottle
Château La Lugune 3rd Growth Haut Medoc, Bordeaux, France, 2015 £265.00
Bottle
Châteauneuf du Pape, Beaucastel, Rhone Valley, France, 2019 £340.00
Bottle
Lynch Bages, Pauillac, Bordeaux, France, 2011 £580.00
Bottle

Rosé

Rosé de Sophie, Cote de Provence, France, 2022
- Glass £16.00
- Bottle£55.00
Sancerre Rosé, Pascal Jolivet, Loire Valley, France, 2022 £95.00
Bottle

Half Bottles of Wine

White:

Chablis Domaine de Malandes, Chablis, Burgundy, France, 2022 £47.00

Red:

Fleurie, “Presidente Marguerite”, France, 2021 £35.00

Champagne:

Joseph Perrier Champagne, Brut, France, NV £75.00

Fine Wine

Owner’s Collection

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Château Angelus, 1er Grand Cru Classé A, 2000 £1,200.00
Pessac-Leognan, Château La Mission Haut Brion, 2000 £900.00
Pessac-Leognan, Château Haut Brion, 1er Grand Cru Classé, 2000 £980.00
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Cheval Blanc, 1er Grand Cru Classé A, 2000 £1,120.00
Pauillac, Château Latour, 1er Grand Cru Classé, 2000 £1,200.00
Pauillac, Château Lafite Rothschild, 1er Grand Cru Classé, 2000 £2,100.00
Pauillac, Château Mouton Rothschild, 1er Grand Cru Classé, 2000 £2,420.00
Pomerol, Petrus, 2000 £7,500.00

What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

66 Reviews

O
Oleksandr
London
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant with attentive service, great food and outstanding atmosphere /
The English GrillResponded today
Thank you for your lovely review following your recent visit to the English Grill. Feedback such yours about your experience means a great deal to us and I will pleased to share this with our team, ensuring their service is duly reocgnised. I hope we can welcome you back soon. Warm regards, Malcolm Hendry, Managing Director
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BoilerDH
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 19 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and food was just spectacular. Made this Yanks birthday very special!
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KeanFan
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 16 March 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is good and portion sizes are generous. Perhaps too generous! The restaurant is off the hotel bar and on the night we were eating the singer in the bar clashed horribly with the piped restaurant music. Made for quite an uncomfortable ambience.
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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food Very dedicated Calm and peaceful
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AnnT
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to the English Grill before the show. It was an oasis from the rain and crowds of London. The service was impeccable. The food was delicious and special. It is very expensive but we were celebrating our anniversary and it was worth it!
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AlexAM
Mexico City
20 reviews
vip
1.0
20 reviews
Dined on 8 August 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Open table gave us a 9:30pm slot available for my family group of 6 to dine at The English Grill. We arrived 9:35 as the restaurant is inside a hotel and the name is not advertised outside, so it tool us some minutes to figure out where is was. When arrived and asked for our reservation, the host's first comment was "Ughh, it is going to be tight" followed by the restaurant manager on duty who advised, we will accommodate you but the kitchen closes 9:45 pm- so you will need to hurry. We were rushed to order, not only mains but we had to order deserts as well.... For a considerably expensive restaurant , the food was good, but when we finished dinner, we were rudely rushed out of the place as it was closing... when complained, the manager simply said, "We told you, and you decided to stay" Why would the place take 9:30 reservations if the kitchen closes 9:45? For what was supposed to be a pleasant family dinner, ended up in a terrible experience.
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ChrisG
London
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 29 July 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and attention to detail. Delicious pre-theatre menu, and they were very cognizant of getting through our courses on time to depart for the show. Highly recommended, especially if you are attending the Other Palace theater minutes away.
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M112
San Francisco
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 14 July 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent menu, very well cooked & served food, exceptionally good service. Quite expensive though
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TAV2010
London
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 24 March 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as usual. Everything is great - good, service and attitude.
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Samantha
Oklahoma City
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on 5 March 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was exposed to COVID-19 the day before my brunch was scheduled with the English Grill. I called to tell the restaurant of this and cancel my reservation. They informed me that they had to charge me their cancellation fee anyway. I explained that I understood policies, but if she could make an exception this time because I didnt want to expose other guests at the restaurant or their staff to the virus. She wouldnt budge and I was charged $65. In a world where we are all trying to stay healthy, this rubbed me the wrong way.
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The English Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

21:00

Experiences are available.

39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0PS

Additional information

Cross Street
Bressenden Place
Area
Victoria
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:00 Dinner Tue–Fri 17:30–21:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Sat 18:30–21:30
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Grill, English
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
4 minutes walk to Victoria underground and overground station.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ben Kelliher
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rubenshotel.com/
Phone number
020 7834 6600
Private party facilities
We believe that every special occasion deserves a truly luxurious and memorable venue. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, corporate meeting, or conference, The Rubens offers the perfect backdrop to turn your event into an extraordinary experience.
Private party contact
Meetings and Events at The Rubens Hotel : 020 7834 6600

The English Grill

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

Set Lunch Menu £29 2 courses/ £35 3 courses

Set Evening Menu 2 courses £49/ 3 courses £55 pp