The Orangery is a café and restaurant inside the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in west London. Its tall arched windows and bright, airy interior make a pleasing place to pause between the gardens, with a terrace for eating outdoors. Stop for coffee and cake, or choose a hot dish such as haddock in tomato sauce or Korean-style cauliflower. There are vegetarian options, too. Ordering can involve queues at separate counters when the garden is busy, so an early stop may leave more time to enjoy your break.
An 18th-century building at Kew
William Chambers designed the Orangery, built in 1761. It was intended as a hothouse for citrus trees, including lemons and oranges, but the light inside proved insufficient for the plants to thrive. Underfloor heating was part of the original design.
The building later had a different use: from 1863 to 1959, it housed a timber museum. The Orangery is now a restaurant within the gardens. Its high ceiling and large arched windows bring daylight into the dining space.
A café stop between the gardens
The Orangery suits a relaxed meal or a shorter stop for coffee and cake while exploring Kew. Hot food includes a small choice of main dishes; options mentioned include haddock served in tomato sauce and Korean-style cauliflower. The portobello mushroom is another available dish, and vegetarian choices are part of the food selection.
You can sit indoors or take a place on the terrace. At busy times, food and drinks may involve separate queues, and finding a table can take time. If you are planning to order several things, allow for that before setting off to another part of the gardens. Members receive a discount on selected items such as hot chocolate.
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Where is The Orangery?
It is inside the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in London.
What can you eat at The Orangery?
The choices include hot dishes such as haddock in tomato sauce and Korean-style cauliflower, as well as coffee, cakes and vegetarian options.
Does The Orangery have outdoor seating?
Yes. You can eat indoors or on the outdoor terrace.
When is the best time to visit The Orangery?
Go early in the day to reduce the chance of queues.
