The Down & Out Bar & Brasserie
A
relaxed environment with a contemporary feel,
this is the place for members to enjoy a quick
bite and a relaxing drink, perhaps after a work
out or a swim in the adjacent leisure area.
It also provides a comfortable haven to watch
all the major sporting events aired on a large
screen TV.
Choose from a wide selection of beverages and
hot and cold dishes. Click
here to see a sample menu.
The Down & Out is also known as "The Goat Bar" and it is aptly named. Here lies the story...
A famous former Public House, The Goat, became
the haunt of Admiralty staff in the Great War.
As liquor flowed within the pub, tongues loosened
and important military secrets were said to have
become hot topics of discussion. A separate room,
named the Goat Bar, was therefore established
for the Admirals to drink and talk in more secluded
freedom. The Naval & Military Club recreated
the Goat Bar within its own walls at the end of
the war.
To show his approval, Rudyard Kipling donated
a stuffed goat's head, which furnishes the wall,
along with two others, to this day.
| Monday to Friday: |
10.00 - 21.15
(last orders 21.15) |
| Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: |
11.00 - 15.00
(last orders 14.30) |
Outside these hours, the Down & Out is always open (without refreshment service) as the Club's television room.
The Out of Hours Bar
If there are no other bars available, the Babmaes receptionist always has a selection of wines, champagnes, spirits, beers and soft drinks available for purchase.
The
elegant surroundings of the Coffee Room, along with the magnificent
view overlooking St James’s Square, provide a perfect
setting for the fine dining experience that awaits our members.
