We will be delighted to accommodate your Afternoon Tea with any special dietary restrictions that you and your guests may have, including vegetarian sandwiches, gluten free breads, pastries and scones. If requested, please note that we will endeavour to ensure that there are no nuts in the Afternoon Tea offering – however all products are produced in an environment where nuts are used and we cannot guarantee that our food is 100% free from nuts or nut traces. Our Afternoon Tea is prepared fresh daily, therefore we request 24 hours' notice for any allergies or dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requests.
The Crown Club
The Crown Club at The Old Government House Hotel is the most stylish and relaxing rendezvous in all of Guernsey - the perfect spot to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues over a few drinks and a light meal. Created from the original 18th century Old Crown Offices it provides an intimate and flexible collection of inviting spaces that are perfect for a wide range of occasions and functions, including a glass-walled wine and whisky-tasting room.
The plush and cosy bar has a very traditional and opulent feel, with red leather banquette seating and a wealth of antique brass fittings. It offers an outstanding selection of premium whiskies and British gins, Champagne, vodkas and cognacs as well as cocktails, beers and fine wines, including signature vintages from our sister wine estate Bouchard Finlayson.
Sample menus
We kindly request that you book online. This is the easiest and most efficient way to reserve your table and it displays our most up-to-date offers and availability. We are also able to accommodate requests and make arrangements for special occasions through our online booking system.
Should you have any further queries, please contact us on diningrb@rchmail.com
Opening hours
Monday - Friday & Sunday:
12 noon - 5pm
Saturdays:
12 noon - 6pm
Dress code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guest not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars.
Our Afternoon Teas
Royal Afternoon Tea
Our delicious Afternoon Tea features mouth-watering pastries that were heavily influenced by the House of Windsor, and especially inspired by Her Majesty the Queen.
Delicious Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free alternatives are available.
Price: £45 per person
With Champagne: £62 per person | £69 per person (Vegan)
It is advisable to reserve a table.
Something sweet for the whole family
Little Prince & Princess Tea
We believe everyone should enjoy Afternoon Tea, so we have adapted our traditional menu to suit every little Prince and Princess. Treats include freshly made bite-size sandwiches, freshly baked scones, selected pastries, and a choice of milkshake, hot chocolate, tea or soft drink.
If you are staying with us, your children can even have their own Master Chef Experience in the art of pastry making.
Price: £19 per child
Available for children under the age of 12 years.
Afternoon Tea parties
Popular for celebrations, especially for those catching up with friends, hosting a baby shower, birthday, or bridal showers. We are pleased to welcome groups of 10 guests or more between 2.30pm and 5pm for £40 per person or for a Champagne Afternoon Tea for £50 per person.
We can also cater for children's parties.
Golden Tips Tea
Enjoy our freshly baked scones, pastries and finger sandwiches alongside Ceylon Golden Tips, in partnership with specialist tea merchants PMD Tea.
With white-glove service, this delicate tea is weighed with precision at The Rubens using golden scales; each tip is placed into the silver teapot individually with golden tweezers. The tea, which is showcased in a mahogany box lined with velvet, is infused with still mineral water to produce an extraordinary liquor and a smooth, light and mellow texture, with hints of fruity notes.
Offer: Purchase our Golden Tips voucher for £500 for two people, which includes a bottle of Lanson Champagne (750ml) that will be sabred at your table.
The Golden Tips Experience
This truly unique experience includes a Royal Afternoon Tea stand for two and a bottle of Lanson Champagne, sabred at your table.
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