The Savoy’s Thames Foyer to close for refurbishment

The Savoy in London is set to close bookings for the Thames Foyer venue from 22 August ahead of a three-month refurbishment that will transform the space into a new dining destination.

The Thames Foyer is situated at the heart of the hotel and features a glass-domed atrium under which guests were served afternoon tea for over a century.

It was also believed to be the site of the first ever dinner dance in 1912, when a couple stood up to dance in a small gap between the tables.

The Foyer is due to reopen in early November with a new design, branding and all-day menu.

The adjacent Upper Thames area will also be replaced with two new outlets, further details of which will be revealed in due course.

Franck Arnold, managing director of the Savoy, said: “This is going to be a complete transformation of the Thames Foyer and Upper Thames and we are so excited to unveil our new, vibrant dining destination and outlets later in the year. The new dining concept will harmoniously blend tradition with innovation, ensuring our guests have the perfect setting in which to relax, drink and dine, and enjoy a truly unique Savoy experience.”

The Savoy first opened in 1889 and was the home of chef Auguste Escoffier between 1890 and 1898.