Enjoy this list of recommended afternoon tea venues in London.
Afternoon tea is a wonderful tradition and I've enjoyed this pastime at many venues. Here are my favorite afternoon tea locations with reviews to help you choose where to book.
I love tea and find afternoon tea irresistible but often felt confused by the wide variety of teas so I wanted to learn more. Through the UK Tea Council I discovered this Tea Masterclass taught by Jane Pettigrew and Tim Clifton who are both tea experts.
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz is known worldwide and is something everyone should try at least once in a lifetime. Tea at The Ritz is an institution in itself and is served in the spectacular Palm Court.
The Ritz London know more than most about the English tradition of afternoon tea but does that make this book a good read? Find out by reading my review.
Review of The Lanesborough Hotel London afternoon tea in 2009. This grand five star hotel offers wonderful service but what about the tea and cakes? Read my review to find out more...
Afternoon tea should be luxurious and elegant and that's what you get at Claridge's. Enjoy the gentle live music and the award-winning afternoon tea of pastries and savories, light, crusty scones and rich clotted cream. Oh, and as much tea as you can drink.
Review of Afternoon Tea at the luxury London hotel, The Dorchester.
Sit and lose yourself in the opulent surroundings of the Criterion Restaurant, one of London's most historically distinguished restaurants and landmarks, while indulging in their traditional English afternoon tea. Originally opened in 1874 this lavish venue has been serving afternoon tea to the cream of London society for 135 years.
Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley has a designer twist on afternoon tea with inspiration from the themes and colors of the fashion world. It may not be the quintessential English afternoon tea but who cares? It's fabulous darling!
The Palm Court at The Langham London is famed as the place where the tradition of afternoon tea was born. The hotel has undergone a complete, but sympathetic refurbishment and reminds you of the era when the hotel opened in 1865 when Victorian society gathered to enjoy the indulgent splendors offered by The Langham.
Podium Restaurant at The London Hilton on Park Lane offers 'Confessions of a Chocoholic' - a chocolate afternoon tea menu. The traditional tired cake stand overflows with chocolate goodies.
The English Tea Room at Brown's Hotel in London is steeped in history. (Brown's is London's oldest hotel.) This is a wonderful location to enjoy the English tradition of afternoon tea.
TLSee = Tea, London and Sightseeing. So, everything you need, eh? London's iconic sights have been reproduced by the pastry team as shortbreads and 3D chocolates to complement the traditional afternoon tea.
The Waldorf Hilton celebrated its centenary year in 2008 so I visited for a historical tour of the hotel followed by afternoon tea. Read my review of afternoon tea at The Waldorf Hilton London.
In the 1920s, tango tea dances were an essential part of social life and quickly became the trademark of the Waldorf Hilton hotel. As part of its centenary celebrations, the Tango Tea has returned.
Bea's of Bloomsbury is loved by Londoners, especially for their cupcakes. I tried their afternoon tea and found it was a big sugar rush!
It was Anna, 7th Duchess of Bedford, who in the late 18th century had the brilliant notion of asking her butler to bring her a light meal in the middle of the afternoon. The Park Room has named its tea in her honor. 'Anna's Tea' is as distinguished as its originator, with a choice of 17 blends of tea from around the world.
London Eye Afternoon Tea Cruise is a 1 hour circular route river cruise, from next to the London Eye, with a simple but tasty afternoon tea included.
The Met Bar at the Metropolitan hotel in London has always been famous for its cutting-edge attitude, legendary cocktails, and late-night parties. In 2008 they introduced Afternoon Tea, the quintessentially British occasion but delivered with a cool twist and waist-friendly chic.
The Palace Lounge at Rubens at The Palace London is a bright open space with panoramic views of The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, the Queen's stables. This is a great vantage point from which to spot the passing pageantry, a daily occurrence being so close to the palace!
For a traditional afternoon tea where you can dine in a palace and wear sneakers, you must visit the Orangery at Kensington Palace.
Review of Afternoon Tea at the luxury London hotel, The Lanesborough.
The Jumeirah Carlton Tower's Chinoiserie is a welcoming and stylish venue to escape the frantic metropolitan pace for a restorative cup of tea.
Tea is a modern tea shop next to St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
The Wolseley is a grand restaurant on London's Piccadilly but is not inaccessible as you CAN get a table and you CAN afford to dine there.
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