Since 1998 Sodexo Live! has partnered with Ascot Racecourse to deliver culinary creativity and premium hospitality to hundreds of thousands of guests each year. Now in its 27th year, the team is set to raise the bar with innovative dining, world-renowned chefs and a focus on talent development.
A team of more than 3,500 people will deliver hospitality and retail across the five-day event. Among the standout developments for 2025 is the arrival of acclaimed French chef Yannick Alléno, whose restaurant Bar Antoine will make its Royal Ascot debut.
He joins the returning culinary stars Raymond Blanc, Lisa Goodwin-Allen, Tom Shepherd, Tom Booton and Simon Rogan – with 29 Michelin stars between them. This marks one of the most decorated chef line-ups in the event’s history.
Guests in the Royal Enclosure Gardens will enjoy an updated experience, while a host of new hospitality concepts are available across the site, including new partnerships and menus that reflect the very best of British and international cuisine.
New experiences for Royal Ascot 2025 include:
- Sushi Kamon – Taking over the Seafood Terrace, this celebrated brand will serve exquisite sushi, sashimi and tempura.
- Fame and Glory – A fresh take on street food, offering shawarma wraps with a choice of marinated chicken, halloumi, or plant-based fillings.
- Wright Brothers – Bringing their famed seafood experience to The Smokehouse in the Royal Enclosure, Wright Brothers will offer luxurious lobster, oysters, a show-stopping fruits de mer, and more – all made with responsibly sourced seafood from their UK-based supply network.
- The Queen Anne Kitchen by 7 Bone – Serving up bold and indulgent smashed burgers in the Queen Anne Enclosure.
- 1768 Brasserie by James Tanner – An elevated dining experience curated by Ascot regular and TV chef James Tanner.
- Afternoon Tea by Benoit Blin – This year sees the debut of renowned pâtissier Benoit Blin, guests can enjoy his exquisite afternoon tea in the Bandstand Kitchen.
This year, Sodexo Live! is offering an ‘exclusive opportunity’ for three of its in-house chefs to work alongside the elite at Royal Ascot 2025. Two chefs will join Raymond Blanc’s team in the Royal Enclosure and one chef will join Tom Shepherd’s brigade.
Claire Morris, chief executive of Sodexo Live! UK and Ireland, said: “Royal Ascot is an unparalleled showcase of gastronomy, hospitality and team excellence. We are so proud to return for our 27th year with an offering that combines innovation, sustainability and talent development.
“With an incredible amount of Michelin stars at the event, exciting new culinary names, and immersive experiences for guests, 2025 is set to be our most memorable year yet. We can’t wait to welcome more than 250,000 racegoers to experience it.”
For more information, visit: www.sodexolive.co.uk