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Refreshments to enjoy at this famous palace, prison and fortress

Refreshments to enjoy at this famous palace, prison and fortress

Whether you wish to enjoy a meal inside the Tower or grab a bite before or after your visit, we have four dining options for you to choose from.

  • New Armouries Café
  • Ravens Café
  • Sargeant’s Mess
  • The Wharf Kiosk

Inside the Tower of London

New Armouries Café

For a hearty sit down meal or if you are in a group, try the New Armouries Café. We offer hot meals, including our fish and chips, sandwiches, soup, salads, baked cakes and pastries, hot and cold drinks and a children's menu.

Make sure you take a look around while in the dining hall as we have some historic surprises on display.

Opening times

  • Summer (March to October)
    Sun to Mon - 10:30-17:00
    Tues to Sat - 09:30-17:00
  • Winter (November to February)
    Sun to Mon - 10:30-16:00
    Tues to Sat - 09:30-16:00

Browse the New Armouries Café sample menu

Ravens Café

Tasty snacks on the go.

Specialising in a great selection of gourmet sausages with vegetarian options available, the Tower’s outdoor café is a great spot for a snack within earshot of the famous ravens and with spectacular views of the Tower.

Opening times

  • Summer (March to October)
    Daily: 10:30 – 17:00
  • Winter (November to February)
    Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10:30-16:00* 

 *Weather Dependant

A male and female visitor are shown standing in front of the Ravens Cafe food kiosk.

Before or after your visit

Roast dinner and gravy on a plate set at a table in the restaurant with a glass of wine and water.

Sargeant's Mess

Renowned chef Mark Sargeant brings modern British dining to the iconic Tower of London with this all-day restaurant and bar. British classics with signature twists are on offer, with wine, beer, seasonal cocktails or non-alcoholic refreshments available. 

Located on the Wharf this restaurant offers amazing views of Tower Bridge and the River Thames.

We recommend you enjoy the Sargeant's Mess before or after your visit to the Tower, as re-entry is not permitted with the same ticket. 

Opening times

  • Thursday - Monday until 21 October and from 4 to 30 November 2019
  • Open daily Monday to Sunday between 21 October to 3 November 2019 and in December 2019

11:00-19:00

Breakfast served until 12:00

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Browse the menu

We aim to have something for everyone and our menus offer delicious, seasonal, simple food served by our friendly team.

Main menu
View of the Tower Wharf kiosk serving customers.

The Wharf Kiosk

Enjoy a tasty snack with great views of the Tower and the Thames. Our riverside café offers hot and cold drinks, great food and delicious cakes.

Opening times

  • Summer (March to October)
    Weekdays: 08:00–18:00
    Weekends: 09:00–18:00
  • Winter (November to February)
    Weekdays: 08:00–17:00
    Weekends: 09:00–17:00

Enjoy a picnic in the moat

In the summer months enjoy a picnic in the Tower Moat. Bring your food and a comfortable blanket from home, and enjoy this unique picnic location. 

  • Picnickers must have a valid Tower admission ticket to access this area. 
  • Access is subject to weather conditions and availability. 

Inside the buildings

To help protect our palace, food and drink is not allowed within the confines of any of the buildings except in designated areas.

Sustainability

Our single-use coffee cups, and other catering disposables, are made from renewable, lower carbon or recycled materials and can be commercially composted with food waste.

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The Tower of London Deputy Ravenmaster attends to a raven with Tower Green and the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula in the background.
Things to see

The ravens

Meet the famous ravens at the Tower of London and discover why they are known as the guardians of the Tower.

Daily

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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A visitor uses the audio guide outside the Jewel House at the Tower of London.
Tours and talks

Audio guide tour

Explore deeper with the Tower of London audio guide tour. Discover extra information about the Tower's history, plan your day and find out more about our cafés and shops.

Daily

Tower of London

Separate ticket

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Young boy looking towards the imperial state crown in the Crown Jewels exhibition
Things to see Highlights

See the Crown Jewels

Prepare to be dazzled by this breathtaking, world famous collection of 23,578 gemstones at the Tower of London.

Open daily

Tower of London

Allow one hour

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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