The perfect place for a cup of tea
Fortnum & Mason
In Fortnum & Mason’s St James’s restaurant you can choose from a range of teas selected by Fortnum’s tea taster. The afternoon tea menu includes sandwiches, scones and pastries. There’s also a Champagne Afternoon Tea; a Birthday Afternoon Tea; and vegetarian, gluten free and diabetic teas.
The Langham
Afternoon tea at The Langham has been a tradition since 1865. In the luxurious surroundings of the hotel’s Palm Court, you can enjoy finger sandwiches, fresh scones with jam and cream, French pastries, mini cakes and specialist teas. The Langham’s afternoon tea is so good, it was named the Tea Guild’s Top London Afternoon Tea in 2010.
The Berkeley
If you’re a fan of fashion, head to The Berkeley’s Caramel Room for the Prêt-à-Portea tea. The éclairs, cakes and fancies are all inspired by the latest fashion collections, and are served in miniature mouthfuls for the figure-conscious. Madonna, Gwynneth Paltrow and the Beckhams have all been spotted here.
The Dorchester
Afternoon tea is served at 2.30pm and 4.45pm in The Dorchester’s famous marble and gilt Promenade. Treat yourself to the Laurent Perrier Rosé Champagne Tea, enjoy the classic Dorchester Afternoon Tea, or opt for the Dorchester High Tea, which is served until 8pm and is the perfect pre-theatre meal.
The Savoy
The Savoy’s tea is served in the historic Thames Foyer, accompanied by a pianist playing on one of the hotel’s traditional white pianos. Expect a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked raisin and plain scones, french pastries and Thames Foyer signature cakes, plus a huge selection of teas.
Brown’s Hotel
Brown’s Hotel’s award-winning afternoon tea is served in the English Tea Room, complete with wood panelling, fireplaces and original artworks. Relax to the sounds of the baby grand piano as you enjoy finger sandwiches, pastries, scones and cakes from the trolley. There’s a choice of 17 teas, and two Tea Sommeliers to help you choose.