Indulge in history whilst enjoying spectacular views over the River Thames and Big Ben.

The Library

At County Hall

Name: The Library
Address: London County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London, London, SE1 7PB
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7902 8000
Price range: $$$

Step inside The Library and be transported back to the glitz and glamour of the roaring 1920s. Located in the Marriott Hotel County Hall, The Library décor features oak bookcases stacked with the classics and adorned with busts of literary and historical figures. Indulge in history whilst enjoying spectacular views over the River Thames and Big Ben.

Opening Hours
Monday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Afternoon Tea

Selection of Cakes & Pastries

Mandarin and Prune Tart

Caramelised Milk Chocolate and Chestnut Slice

Matcha Tea and White Chocolate Macaron

Selection of Finger Sandwiches

London Cured Salmon, Caper Butter, Beetroot Bread

Beef Pastrami, Horseradish, Rye & Caraway Bread

Honey Cured Ham, Honey Mustard, Spinach Bread

Goat's Cheese, Caramelised Onion, Basil Bread

Cucumber, Cream Cheese, Dill, Wholemeal Bread

Selection of Homemade Scones

Plain Scones

Golden Raisins Sweet Scones

Served with Tiptree County Hall Strawberry Jam and Dorset Clotted Cream

Dinner

Starters

Ham Hock Terrine

Pickled Baby Vegetable, Grain Mustard Pork Jus

Home Smoked Mackerel Salad

Dried Seaweed, Horseradish Crème Fraiche

Salt Baked Heritage Beetroot (V)

Goats Curd, Citrus, Chive

Mains

Slow Cooked Gressingham Duck Leg

Cannellini Bean Casserole, Basil Jus

Smoked Haddock Gratin

Mash Potato, Leeks, Poached Clarence Court Burford Brown, Garlic Cress

Saffron Risotto (V)

Forest Mushroom and Truffle Butter

Braised Ox Cheek

Polenta Cake, Baby Shallots, Red Wine Jus

Sides

Broccoli, Chilli, Garlic, Preserved Lemon

Baked Aubergine, Tomato, Parmesan

Pan Tossed Fine Beans, Toasted Almonds, Shallot Butter

Marmite Roasted Potatoes

Desserts

Steamed Ginger Pudding

Birds Custard

Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake

Orange and Basil

Apricot Bakewell Tart

Whiskey Cream

After Dinner

Graham's L.B.V. Port

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac

Buffalo Trace Bourbon

Port Charlotte Heavily Peated Whisky

Warner Edwards Rhubarb Gin

Enjoy spectacular views over the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament

A hidden gem in one of the city's most vibrant areas

Mon-Fri 2pm - 6pm Sat-Sun 12pm - 6pm

Traditional Afternoon Tea Afternoon tea features; freshly prepared treats filled with reimagined classics, irresistible arrangements of cakes and fancies, as well as sweet and savoury scones served with seasonal jams and artisanal cheeses. Refreshing fine leaf teas, flutes of champagne and botanical gin cocktails compliment these dishes to perfection.

Tuesday to Saturday 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Dinner at The Library The unique setting of The Library invites for a dining experience featuring seasonal classics, ensuring the quintessentially British experience need not end. Relax over dinner whilst taking in the sun setting over the River Thames and Houses of Parliament with breathtaking views and savour some of the best seasonal British produce on offer. Three course menu and a glass of sparkling wine at £29 per person.