Where to Eat Before or After Visiting the Churchill War Rooms
The Churchill War Rooms are one of Westminster’s most fascinating places to explore, taking visitors beneath the streets of London and into the underground headquarters used by Winston Churchill and his government during the Second World War.
Located on King Charles Street, just off Whitehall, the museum makes an ideal stop as part of a day exploring Westminster. But after spending time underground discovering the history of wartime London, where should you go for lunch, dinner or a drink?
Just a short walk away, Blue Boar Pub offers a relaxed place to continue your Westminster visit over classic British food and drinks.
Visiting the Churchill War Rooms
The Churchill War Rooms form part of Imperial War Museums, and take visitors through the underground complex that served as a wartime command centre. The museum is located at Clive Steps, King Charles Street, in the heart of Westminster. Current visitor information advises booking a timed ticket, with opening times varying by day.
A visit can easily form part of a wider Westminster itinerary, with St James’s Park, Westminster Abbey, Parliament and Whitehall all within the surrounding area.
Continue your Westminster day at Blue Boar Pub
Blue Boar Pub is located on Tothill Street, close to St James’s Park and Westminster. The pub is open daily from 12pm, making it an easy option for lunch after a morning visit to the Churchill War Rooms, or for dinner after a day exploring central London.
The setting combines the character of a traditional London pub with a contemporary approach to food and drinks.
What to eat at Blue Boar
The menu focuses on British pub favourites alongside seasonal dishes. For something classic, the beer-battered Cornish cod is served with thick-cut chips, crushed peas and tartare sauce. Other options include a Dirty Burger, chargrilled ribeye steak and fries and, for those visiting on a Sunday, a traditional roast dinner with all the trimmings.
There are also vegetarian and vegan options, including a caramelised goat’s cheese and beetroot tart and a plant-based Super Food Salad.
For sharing, the pub offers bar snacks and boards, making it easy to stop in for a drink and something small rather than committing to a full meal.
From Churchill to St James’s Park
One of the advantages of eating around Westminster is that you can easily combine several attractions into one day.
St James’s Park is London’s oldest Royal Park and sits between Westminster, St James’s Palace and Buckingham Palace. It is open from 5am until midnight and offers a welcome change of pace from the surrounding streets. The Royal Parks also highlight the Churchill War Rooms as one of the cultural attractions around St James’s Park, making the two particularly easy to combine during a day in Westminster.
After visiting the War Rooms, a walk through the park can be a simple way to continue exploring the area before stopping at Blue Boar for food or drinks.
A Westminster pub for lunch, dinner or drinks
Blue Boar is designed to work throughout the day, whether you’re looking for a proper meal, a drink after sightseeing or somewhere to settle in for the evening. The pub serves food from 12pm until 10pm and offers a selection of beers, ales, wines, cocktails and spirits. It also has a private Snug for smaller gatherings, while groups of 10 or more can arrange a booking in advance.
So, if you’re planning a visit to the Churchill War Rooms, consider making time for a meal nearby. With Whitehall, St James’s Park and Westminster all within easy reach, Blue Boar offers a relaxed place to continue your day — with a distinctly British menu and plenty of character.
Planning your visit to the Churchill War Rooms? Make a table at Blue Boar Pub part of your Westminster itinerary.