Eating and drinking
All around the RA you'll find bars, restaurants and cafés where you can pause for refreshments, whether you're looking for a quick coffee, a post-show cocktail, or have time to enjoy a three-course meal.
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Cafés and restaurants
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RA Café
Burlington House
Daily 10am – 5.30pm
Newly reopened, the RA Café is as elegant as ever, with its walls adorned by murals created by Royal Academicians through the ages. The renovated café offers a space to rest and enjoy a quick bite, a mid-exhibition break, afternoon tea or a long leisurely lunch.
No reservations, walk in only. Menu subject to availability.
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Senate Room
Burlington Gardens
Mon – Thurs 11.30 – 7pm Friday 11.30 – 10pm Sunday 11.30 – 6pm
Last orders 30 minutes before close.
The new Senate Room is an elegant space perfect for lunch, afternoon desserts and pastries and evening cocktails.
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Poster Bar
Burlington Gardens
Mon – Sat 8am – 7pm
Sun 10am – 6pmDecorated with iconic posters from the RA’s 250 years of exhibitions, the Poster Bar on the ground floor serves up drinks and light refreshments from 8am.
No reservations, walk in only.
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The Keeper's House
Located to the right of the main entrance at Burlington House, the Keeper’s House serves as a welcoming “home away from home” for Friends of the RA, Patrons, Royal Academicians and visitors. Inside you’ll find a café, a cosy bar with its own secret garden and all-day dining in the Green Room. The walls of Keeper’s House are adorned with a revolving programme of RA Editions, presenting works for sale from Academicians and other invited artists.
Patrons, corporates and Friends of the RA enjoy exclusive access to the Sir Hugh Casson Room until 4pm.
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The Green Room
Daily 10am – 6pm
Fri 10am – 10pmThe Green Room provides a stunning setting for brunch, light lunches or a signature afternoon tea.
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The Shenkman Bar
Daily 10am–6pm
Fri 10am – 10pm
Sat 10am–8pmFound on the lower floor, the Shenkman Bar opens out into the Keeper’s Garden and features an ever-changing cocktail menu – perfect for a pre or post-exhibition drink.
No reservations, walk in only.
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The Sir Hugh Casson Room
Daily 10am–6pm
Fri 10am – 10pm
Sat 10am–8pmBright and friendly, the Sir Hugh Casson Room has a vibrant atmosphere and is the perfect stop-off for coffee, cake, or a light bite between exhibitions.
No reservations, walk in only.
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Celebrate Christmas at the RA
Host a Christmas celebration at the RA with a festive three course lunch or dinner in the elegant Green Room from £35 per person.
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The Keeper's Garden
Through the Shenkman Bar
During the warmer months, we open up a hidden garden that can be found through the lower-ground floor of the Keeper’s House. Designed by renowned landscaper Tom Stuart-Smith, this art oasis houses our very own “fifth plinth”, currently featuring work by Ann Christopher RA.
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The Academicians' Room
An exclusive private members club for artists and art lovers
Tues–Sat 10am–11pm
Sun–Mon 10am–6pm
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea, the Academicians’ Room boasts a modern British menu with an emphasis on local and artisanal produce.
To book a table please call 0207 300 5880 or email academiciansroom@raarts.org.uk
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