Rules Restaurant

Established in 1798, Rules is the oldest restaurant in London. We serve the best in traditional & se

Located in the heart of lively, fashionable Covent Garden, close to the Royal Opera House and numerous theatres, Rules is London’s oldest restaurant. Rules has an excellent reputation for fine British food, delightful décor and impeccable service. Specialising in seasonal and game cooking,

Rules has one of the best cocktail bars in London and there are also two beautiful and historical private dining rooms ideal for up to 25 guests

11/10/2024

Rules will be decorated for Christmas on the 16th/17th November 🎄

Christmas and New Year 2024/25 Opening Hours:
✨ Rules will reopen on Mondays from 18th November until Monday 30th December
✨ We are open for lunch on Christmas Eve with last reservation at 15:00
✨ Rules will be closed 25th and 26th December
✨ We will be open as usual throughout New Year

Reservations are now open for the entire festive season and can be made via our website or by calling the restaurant on 020 7836 5314.

We look forward to welcoming you to the oldest restaurant in London, during the most wonderful time of the year 🎄

20/09/2024

Friday's gift for Negroni Week is the Negroni PM!

Made with Plymouth Navy Strength Gin, Campari and La Gitana Manzanilla.

Because it's PM somewhere in the world 😉 🌍

19/09/2024

This one’s more than special, it’s sacred.

The Scared Negroni - made with Sacred Cardamon Gin, Sacred Rosehip Cup and Sacred Spiced Vermouth.

Negroni Week at Rules.

See you upstairs.

18/09/2024

Celebrating Hump Day in Negroni Week with The Modern Negroni!

Made with Tanqueray Gin, Campari, Berto Aperitivo and Antica Formula.

Even tastier when enjoyed in the Winter Garden at Rules with the sunshine pouring through the roof.

16/09/2024

Rules celebrates Negroni Week this week, offering a different Negroni each day 🥃

The Breakfast Negroni is a bright and playful twist on the classic, highlighting the various citrus notes found in Campari.

Made with Berto Vermouth e Aperitivi, Tanqueray, Campari, and Byrhh and Passionfruit..
.because it's always breakfast somewhere!

05/09/2024

It's Grouse season ✨

Alongside Grouse we also have Red Legged Partridge on our specials for the next couple of days. Or to be more precise..

Roast Red Legged Partridge with Girolles, Smoked Bacon, Sweetcorn & Hazelnuts 😋

15/08/2024

Iconic British Dishes and Where to Find Them in London - MICHELIN Guide:

"Steak and Kidney Pudding at Rules"

Short, special read in comments 👇🏽

13/08/2024

The Game Season has begun!

We are pleased to confirm we will begin serving Grouse at Rules from Wednesday 14th August, however, due to a very poor Grouse Season we will only be receiving a limited supply.

04/07/2024

🧑‍🍳 Chef special available for the rest of this week 🐟

Fillet of Wild Halibut with Palourde Clams, Garlic, Parsley, White Wine & Cream!

01/07/2024

Rules is ready for Wimbledon 🎾🍓

Throughout Wimbledon we will be serving the traditional Strawberries and Cream 🍓 as well as a British Strawberry Parfait with a Basil & Lemon Oil

Game, Set & Match 🎾

21/06/2024

Catch of the day 🐟

Chefs special available this weekend at Rules - Roast Tranche of Turbot with a White Wine Fish Velouté, Salmon Roe, Tomato & Chives!

09/06/2024

Still wondering how to spoil your dad, stepdad, or grandad this Father’s Day?

Book one of the few remaining tables at Rules by following the link in the comments below or calling our reservations team on +44 (0)207 836 5314.

06/06/2024

Father’s Day is just over a week away and our mugs have made it back in stock with time for delivery before the special day!

Check them out, along with our other merchandise which are all perfect for Father’s Day gifts, by following the link in the comments.

28/04/2024

Big Saturday night? Then this one is for you!

To celebrate British Beef Week we are serving a twist on our famous Bloody Mary with the addition of beef consommé, in a tribute to one of the classic shooting cocktails.

The Buckshot Bullshot includes Grey Goose Vodka, Beef Consommé, plus Rule’s bespoke blend of spice & juice and is guaranteed to give you the kick you need this Sunday morning!

23/04/2024

This week Rules is celebrating British Beef Week and the versatility and exceptional taste of naturally delicious British Beef.

Pictured is Rules most famous Beef dish, our traditional rib for two which is served with buttered greens, Yorkshire Pudding, horseradish cream and a red wine jus. Have you tasted it yet?

05/03/2024

Celebrate Mothers Day with the timeless elegance of Rules 👑

Explore our brand new merchandise collection, available to view and to purchase via our website.

Elevate your gifting experience with Rules Gift Vouchers, delivered instantly via email upon completion of your purchase.

28/01/2024

Rules is moving to a new reservations system to provide a smoother and more efficient customer experience for our guests.

Tomorrow, on Monday 29th January, we will do the final transfer of information to our new system so online reservations will not be available.

If you need to make a reservation during this time, please call our reservations team on +44 (0)20 7836 5314 who will record your interest in a reservation and contact you on Tuesday to confirm if your request has been successful.

We look forward to welcoming you to Rules in 2024 🇬🇧

24/01/2024

Join us at Rules tomorrow, 25th January, as we celebrate Rabbie Burns in true Scottish Style 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Come raise a dram of fine Whisky to the toast from the Bard himself “Wha’s like us? Damn few and their A’ deid”

2 courses £37.95
3 courses £45.00

*Cock-a-leekie Soup
*Haggis with Neeps & Tatties
*Cranachan

Limited tables remaining. To reserve your Burns Night table at Rules, visit our website or call our reservations team on +44 (0)20 7836 5314 🙏🏽

23/12/2023

Rules will close at 3pm (last reservation) on Christmas Eve and reopen at 12 noon on 27th December ✨

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our customers, past, present and yet to discover Rules, a warm and wonderful Christmas 🎄

To our exceptional team of staff and suppliers - our deepest thanks and very best wishes for the season 🙏🏽

15/12/2023

The last Christmas posting day in the UK is this coming Monday 18th December so if you’re giving the gift of Rules this season we advise you to order today 🎄

The Rules online shop is now live on our website!

Photos from Rules Restaurant's post 08/12/2023

Finally.

We are delighted to launch our new merchandise collection, which reflects the best of Rules values for quality and tradition.

We hope you enjoy these items as much as we have done designing them.

Link in comments 👇🏽

05/12/2023

Old muggins here.

The Classic Rules Mug, manufactured in English fine bone china is highly prized for its white finish, delicacy and fineness and is the only item of Rules merchandise available to order right now!

Waiting for the new collection? Just a day or two more and the entire collection will be available to order for delivery in time for Christmas 🎄

04/12/2023

Hats off to you.

The brand new merchandise collection from Rules.

Available to order online this week, for delivery before Christmas

03/12/2023

Keep it clean.

The brand new merchandise collection from Rules.

Available to order online this week, for delivery before Christmas 🎄

29/11/2023

What a tease.

The new merchandise collection from Rules.

Available to order online very soon, for delivery in time for Christmas 🎄

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Finally.We are delighted to launch our new merchandise collection, which reflects the best of Rules values for quality a...
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Christmas at Rules
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Address


35 Maiden Lane
London
WC2E7LB

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11:45pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 11:30am - 1:30pm
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday 12pm - 11:45pm
Saturday 12pm - 11:45pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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