The Cross Keys of Lawrence Street, is a fine old Chelsea landmark, close to the river, whose original lease, dates back to 1765. The name derives from a common sign in Christian heraldry, symbolizing the keys which Jesus gave to St Peter, in order to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. It was with this in mind, that co-owner and designer, Rudy Weller, famous for The Horses of Helios & The Three Graces, in Piccadilly Circus, created his "magical kingdom"!

"Adorned with original artworks too numerous to catalogue, The Cross Keys is a kind of haute couture of pub design, a Vivienne Westwood, a true one off"- The Publican Newspaper, March 1999. The Cross Keys was runner up in the Publican Award Ceremony in March 1999. It has been nominated by the Evening Standard as one of London's top ten venues, and most recently in ES Magazine (10th March 2000) David Linley is quoted as saying that he had his "most memorable night out" at "the Cross Keys, which is a fantastic gastro-pub in Chelsea".

You are nearly always likely to see a famous face or two at The Cross Keys. Evening Standard Thursday 9 September 2004 - LONDON PRIDE THE PUBS THAT MADE THE GRADE - out of 500 pubs The Cross Keys was named as one that "made the grade"!

The building comprises four rooms: the Bar, the Conservatory Restaurant, The Gallery & The Room at the Top. The Bar is on the ground floor, seats 40 persons, standing 80 persons, where customers can enjoy real ales (Theakston's Best & Director), fine wines, bottled beers & the ususal draught.There is a bar menu available - Mon - Sat - 12 - 2.30pm & 6- 8pm. With two open fires, the bar has a warm & welcoming ambience. The alcove table, which seats can be pre-booked.

The Conservatory Restaurant has an open plan kitchen, a glass roof, a large tree in the middle & long tables & benches, it seats 65 persons.

Opening times for lunch are: Mon- Fri - 12 - 3pm Saturday - 12 - 4pm Sunday 12 - 4pm

Opening times for dinner are: Mon - Sat 7 - 11pm Sunday - 7 - 10.30pm

(The Cross Keys is open every day from midday until 11pm - Mon - Sat & Sun Midday until 10.30pm)

The Conservatory Restaurant caters for everyone- it is ideal for intimate dinners for two or very large parties.

The Gallery is on the first floor, it overlooks the bar, it is self-contained with its own bar. It is ideal for stand up parties- from 50 to the maximum capacity of 120.

The Room at the Top is self contained, with its own bar. It is ideal for private dinner parties, from 15 persons up to 40 persons. Set menus or restricted A La Carte menus are available. Stand up parties up to 60 persons.

To book either room a deposit of £200 is required in the form of a cheque or credit card. There is no hire charge.