The 40 Elephants is the ground floor bar at Great Scotland Yard Hotel, located at 3-5 Great Scotland Yard in Westminster. Its name and design draw on the story of the all female criminal gang once associated with London, with Art Deco details and rich furnishings creating a theatrical setting.
Cocktails are the central attraction, with recipes inspired by British drinking history and colourful names that continue the venue’s storytelling. Classic cocktails, wine, beer, seasonal punches and carefully designed alcohol free drinks give the list useful breadth beyond the signature serves.
Food makes it possible to settle in for more than a drink. The menu includes light bites such as Guinness croquettes and venison sausage rolls, as well as more substantial courses, dishes intended for sharing, desserts and a separate children’s selection.
Service runs from midday until late every day, making the bar suitable for an afternoon meeting, a meal before a nearby performance or drinks after exploring Westminster. Its polished hotel setting, inventive drinks and flexible food menu create an experience that balances history, comfort and modern London style.
Address: Great Scotland Yard Hotel, 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, Westminster, London SW1A 2HN, England
The 40 Elephants Menu
Sharing Plates
One may begin modestly… though few do. Enjoy one plate for £12, three for £30 or five for £45.
The Melted Temptation
Smoked baked Camembert with thyme, local honey, and warm sourdough
Golden Recklessness
Polenta chips with parmesan and truffle mayonnaise
A Green Interruption
Padrón peppers—occasionally surprising
The Crooked Catch
Fish croquettes with house dressing
A Crisp Encounter
Tempura prawns with lime mayonnaise
A Spanish Aside
Tomato crouton with Cobble Lane jamón
The Little Indulgence
Beef sliders with mature cheddar and fried egg mayonnaise
Tokyo After Dark
Chicken karaage with furikake and a knowing touch of spice
The Smoked Whisper
Whipped cod’s roe with crispy potatoes
Main Courses
The Elephant Burger
Beef, bacon, goat’s cheese, onion jam, and all the necessary indulgence Served with French fries
The Tropical Deception
Chicken burger with mango, cheddar, and house dressing
The Late-Night Steak
Dry-aged beef, grilled cheese, horseradish, and just enough bite
The Proper Fry-Up
Cornish halibut, mushy peas, vinegar jelly, tartare
The Club, Reimagined
Chicken, bacon, egg mayonnaise, and proper garnish—stacked with intent
The Caesar, As It Should Be
Boiled egg, parmesan shaving, croutons and an anchovy Caesar sauce
The Cheesemonger’s Selection
Cotswolds Brie, Ogleshield, Coastal cheddar, oatcakes & quince
The Cured Affair
Prosciutto crudo, capocollo, fennel salami, chutney & crackers
Add fire cooked chicken
Add-on option for The Caesar, As It Should Be
Add marinated salmon
Add-on option for The Caesar, As It Should Be
Add dry aged prosciutto
Add-on option for The Caesar, As It Should Be
Desserts
Great Scotland Yard Chocolate Mousse
Our bespoke Valrhona chocolate mousse — rich, dark, and impeccably smooth. Finished with a delicate crumble for contrast, precise and considered.
Bread and Butter Pudding
Our signature interpretation, crafted from fresh viennoiserie. Slow-baked and generously soaked, served warm with classic crème anglaise — a timeless comfort with unmistakable London character.
Eton Mess
A Great Scotland Yard take on the British classic. Clouds of cream and crisp meringue, lifted by smoked strawberry compote — familiar, yet intriguingly unexpected.
Baileys Profiterole
Salted Caramel Sauce
Kids Menu – Starters
Ham And Cheese Sandwich
Served With Green Salad
Trofie Pasta With San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Basil And Pecorino Cheese
Fish Goujons
Served With Fries
Chicken Tenders
Served With Fries
Kids Menu – Desserts
Vegan Speculaas Cheesecake
with spiced berries compote
Summer of Sports – Light Bites
GUINNESS CROQUETTES
VENISON SAUSAGE ROLL
FRIES
Summer of Sports – Cocktails
THE WOBBLY WICKET
Gin, Cucumber, Regret; Tanqueray, Basil, Sugar, Citrus
THE OVERACHIEVER
Strong. Suspiciously Strong; Ciroc, Pandan & Olive Cordial
VAR DECISION
Dramatic; Ketel One, Passion Fruit Cordial, Aperol Hibiscus, Coconut Foam