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Harden's says

After extensive refurbishment, the food offering at the National Gallery relaunched in Spring 2022 with a cafe (Muriel's Kitchen) and this restaurant, both run by South Kensington brunch spot Muriel's Kitchen.

survey result

Summary

£56
   ££
3
Good
2
Average
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

It’s “nice to find a good restaurant in a museum”, and the National Gallery’s latest, year-old incumbent within its atmospheric ground floor dining room has provided a step-up just in time to compete with the revamped culinary offerings at the NPG next door. The snazzily updated interior by architects Red Deer makes a great setting for a “beautiful afternoon tea”, and there’s an opulent bar for stronger drinks.

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The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£14.00 £21.00 £9.50
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £24.00
Filter Coffee £3.00
Extras  
Service 12.50%
The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN
Opening hours
Monday11 am‑6 pm
Tuesday11 am‑6 pm
Wednesday11 am‑6 pm
Thursday11 am‑11 pm
Friday11 am‑11 pm
Saturday11 am‑11 pm
Sunday11 am‑6 pm

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