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Your guide to dining at Windsor Castle

Eat at Windsor Castle or nearby?

Windsor Castle features a dedicated on-site eatery, the Undercroft Café, located in one of the castle's oldest medieval spaces beneath St George’s Hall. It offers casual dining options, including light lunches, freshly made sandwiches, soups, pastries, and traditional afternoon tea. Eating inside adds a unique historic flair to your visit, but seating is walk-in only and requires a valid castle admission ticket. If you prefer a full sit-down meal, formal fine dining, or a broader selection of cuisines, taking a short stroll into Windsor town centre offers dozens of top-rated pubs and restaurants.

Restaurants at Windsor Castle

Undercroft Café

  • Cuisine: British/Café | Price range: ££
  • Ambience: Historic medieval cellar with vaulted stone ceilings and a cosy, casual feel.
  • Menu: Freshly prepared sandwiches, seasonal soups, salads, artisan pastries, Victoria sponge, and traditional cream tea with scones.
  • Timings: Open daily during regular castle opening hours (typically 10am – 4pm/5pm).
  • Location: Ground floor beneath St George's Hall, Windsor Castle.
  • Booking: Walk-in only (Castle admission ticket required).
  • Good for: Families, casual lunches, quick coffee breaks, and traditional British cream tea.

Restaurants near Windsor Castle in Windsor

Prefer to eat nearby? These are top-rated spots within a 5 to 10-minute walk from the main castle gates.

The Royal Windsor

  • Cuisine & price: Classic British pub | ££
  • Vibe: Relaxed, traditional pub with outdoor seating offering views of the castle.
  • Booking: Recommended for weekends/Walk-ins accepted
  • Distance from Windsor Castle: 3-min walk

The Duce of Wellington

  • Cuisine & price: Traditional gastropub | ££
  • Vibe: Cosy, historic 18th-century setting serving hearty British classics and real ales.
  • Booking: Recommended
  • Distance from Windsor Castle: 4-min walk

Browns Brasserie & Bar Windsor

  • Cuisine & price: Modern British & European | ££–£££
  • Vibe: Elegant riverside dining with stylish decor and classic brasserie favourites.
  • Booking: Recommended
  • Distance from Windsor Castle: 6-min walk

Frequently asked questions about dining at Windsor Castle

The Undercroft Café offers unique interior medieval architecture, but for scenic castle views while dining, pub outdoor terraces like The Royal Windsor nearby offer the best vantage points.

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