Afternoon Tea in The Anning Rooms

Join us at the Natural History Museum for Afternoon Tea and enjoy the best of British seasonal produce. Enjoy a dinosaur-footprint macaron, an Earth pot filled with raspberry and chocolate, Earl Grey scones, a selection of loose-leaf teas and much more, all with a nature-inspired twist.

Vegan options are available, ensuring everyone can enjoy this feast.

Opening times

  • Monday: closed
  • Tuesday: closed
  • Wednesday: 12:00 - 17:30
  • Thursday: 12:00 - 17:30
  • Friday: 12:00 - 17:30
  • Saturday: 12:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 15:00 - 17:30
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T. Rex Restaurant at the Natural History Museum

Step back 66 million years and enjoy a prehistoric bite at the T. Rex Restaurant, located in the Green Zone of the Natural History Museum. This family-friendly eatery is a roaring hit with kids, serving up favourites like burgers, mini pizzas, and indulgent ice cream sundaes.

Grown-ups aren’t left out either – tuck into flame-grilled chicken, crisp salads, and stonebaked pizzas, perfect for refuelling during your museum adventure.

Opening times

  • Monday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Friday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00
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Earth Hall Café

Find the Earth Hall Café just to the right as you enter through the Cromwell Road. Hot and cold drinks and a wide variety of ever changing hot food specials and salads.

Opening times

  • Monday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
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Natural History Museum

Along with famously being the home of Dippy the Dinosaur, the Natural History Museum is the go to location for the vast range of specimens from all aspects of the natural world. This iconic building also has a large lawn outside, perfect for warm days.

Opening times

  • Monday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Friday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:50
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:50
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Central Hall Café at the Natural History Museum

Situated in the stunning Central Hall, this cafe serves up hot and cold drinks, cakes and plenty of sandwiches and salads. Highchairs available.

Opening times

  • Monday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Friday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
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Shake Bar

A shake is a always a great idea, whatever the weather. You can build your own shake or sundae, or choose one from our menu.

Also serving sandwiches and salads, cakes and pastries.

Find us in the Orange Zone.

Opening times

  • Monday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Friday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00
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Garden Kitchen at the Natural History Museum

The Garden Kitchen is a tranquil oasis which sits within the gardens of the Natural History Museum.

Visitors can enjoy a seasonal menu, homemade sweet treats and barista-made coffee. Try delicious quality options such as a Sri Lankan curry, buttermilk chicken flatbread and fish & chips. This space also offers stunning views of the incredible urban green space in the heart of London.

It’s also a peaceful spot in central London which provides a special option for daytime or evening events. The Garden Kitchen features a unique meeting space called The Garden Room, which can accommodate 70 people. This octagonal room has large windows that offer beautiful views of the gardens.

Opening times

  • Monday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Tuesday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Wednesday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Thursday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Friday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Saturday: 09:30 - 16:30
  • Sunday: 09:30 - 16:30
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