Footstool Cafe & Bar

Enjoy breakfast, coffee and cake, lunch, and pre-concert dinner, in our Footstool Cafe & Bar, located in the Smith Square Crypt, Westminster.

With vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes, we are proud to work with Leafi catering as our local supplier. We also serve ethically and environmentally sourced coffee, teas, and homemade cakes throughout the day, with a selection of wines, beer, and homemade drinks.

The Footstool Café and Bar will be CLOSED on 1st July 2025 due to a private event. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Our menus

Opening Hours

10.00 – 17.00 Monday to Friday

Please note, the Footstool Cafe will remain open when there is an evening concert. For concerts at the weekend, it will open 90 minutes before the performance starts.

Do I need to book?

Pre-booking is advisable if you wish to dine prior to a concert. We recommend you arrive a minimum of 1 hour prior to the concert start time.

Reservations can be made via email: thefootstool@leafi.co.uk, or by phone 020 4553 0778.

If we are unable to take your call, please leave a voicemail and we will get back to you to confirm your booking asap.

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Footstool Cafe & Bar

Our menus

All day menu

Evening concert menu

Wine & drinks

All day menu

Evening concert menu

Wine & drinks

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