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During this current cold snap, some lakes in the Royal Parks have frozen over, and visitors are strongly urged not to venture onto them as the ice is extremely thin and dangerously unstable.

 

Warning signs instructing visitors not to enter the lakes are clearly displayed, and it is vital that these warnings are followed for everyone’s safety.

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Serpentine Bar & Kitchen in winter
Hyde Park

Serpentine Bar & Kitchen

Overlooking the stunning Serpentine lake, this beautiful modernist building was designed by Patrick Gwynne and opened to the public in 1964. The lakeside kiosk is an ideal spot to relax with a drink among friends, you can treat yourself to a delicious ice-cream served both inside and from our dedicated kiosk at the side of the building.

Food & Drink

The kitchen serves breakfast and a variety of hot dishes, including burgers, fish & chips and seasonal salads. For those on the go, a selection of fresh salads, sandwiches and cakes are available to take away and enjoy in the park.

Vegetarian, vegan and dietary requirement options available.

Opening hours

Summer - 8am-8pm 
Winter - 8am-4pm 
Closed on Christmas Day.

The kitchen closes one hour before closing. Grab and go items are still available until closing time.

Accessibility 

  • Serpentine Bar & Kitchen accepts card payments, as well as cash payments at specific tills.
  • Well behaved dogs are welcome and must kept on a short lead.

You can view more detailed accessibility information on the Sociability website.