Just alongside Whitehall Gardens,  The Royal Horseguards Hotel has just set up The Terrace all ready for warm al fresco dining.

The Terrace offers a serene retreat to soak up the season, just moments from the River Thames, blending timeless heritage with contemporary alfresco charm. 

Set within the The Royal Horseguards Hotel  it draws inspiration from the hotel’s storied past, which has hosted iconic figures such as Winston Churchill and Lloyd George. 

For 2026, the refreshed menu focuses on seasonal ingredients and relaxed summer dining, alongside a drinks menu of summer cocktails.

The space has been refreshed to offer an even more inviting atmosphere for social lunches, relaxed dinners or evening drinks, all under the open sky.

The Terrace captures the charm of a quintessential English garden, complete with soft wicker seating, cosy throws and an abundance of lush greenery, with guests treated to sweeping views of the London Eye and the surrounding skyline from every corner.

The menu focuses on seasonal ingredients and relaxed summer dining.

Highlights include Oak Smoked Salmon, Burrata with heritage beetroot, and Crispy Squid to start, followed by comforting classics such as Chicken, Ham Hock & Leek Pie and Beer-Battered Fish & Chips.

Alongside lighter dishes such as Superfood Quinoa Salad and Pan-Fried Salmon. Guests can also enjoy Chargrilled Hereford Ribeye, Prawn Linguine and indulgent burgers, with desserts ranging from a classic Raspberry Eton Mess to Blueberry Cheesecake.

The drinks feature The Terrace Spritz; The Raspberry Fizzante and The Pimm’s Spritz.

The Terrace is dog-friendly, welcoming well behaved dogs to enjoy the hidden garden oasis along with their owners.

The Royal Horseguards Hotel, 2 Whitehall Ct, London SW1A 2EJ