The Top 10 Traditional Afternoon Teas in London
In the heart of London, this Traditional Afternoon Tea features a Whipped Ivoire Chocolate Blackberry Jam Doughnut and Banana & Almond Praline Paris-Brest and is the perfect spot to watch the activity at the Royal Mews opposite.
Where is it?
39 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0PS
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2. Browns Hotel
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at London's first ever hotel in Brown's Hotel. Located in Mayfair, you can enjoy an extensive range of loose teas, accompanied with a selection of sandwiches, scones and desserts in the elegant and luxurious Drawing Room.
Where is it?
Albemarle Street, Mayfair, London, W1S 4BP
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3. The Landmark
This highly popular Afternoon Tea is set within a Grade-II great Victorian railway hotel, with stunning views in the central atrium with glass roof. From a Valrhona Dark Chocolate and Peanut Opera to a Pineapple and Mango Choux, taste for yourself why The Landmark achieved an 'Award of Excellence' at the Afternoon Tea Awards 2023.
Where is it?
222 Marylebone Road, London, NW1 6JQ
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Located on the famous Park Lane, the Flower Fairies Afternoon Tea serves an enchanting assortment of pastries from Apple Blossom Bliss to The Lavender Fairy, and you also have the option to enjoy a glass of "R" de Ruinart Brut Champagne with your Afternoon Tea.
Where is it?
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 7TN
In this luxury townhouse hotel, you can enjoy the Traditional Afternoon Tea with delights such as 'Flower Garden' - a rhubarb and rose cake with rhubarb cream, white chocolate and rose petals. Egerton House also have a gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan specific Afternoon Tea menu, so no one must miss out.
Where is it?
Egerton Terrace, Knightsbridge, London, SW3 2BX
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Fortnums have been frontrunners in hospitality since 1707 and is one of the iconic destinations for Afternoon Tea in London. You also get to enjoy a selection from the cake carriage as part of your Afternoon Tea which is ideal for those with a sweet tooth.
Where is it?
Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER
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Enjoy the Crown Jewels Afternoon Tea served in the elegant Rotunda Lounge that features a spectacular domed ceiling, inspired by the treasures of the Tower of London. Afternoon Tea at Rotunda promises a divine selection of sandwiches, scones and pastries themed around the Crown Jewels including The Pearl - a Coconut Mousse and Mango and Passion Fruit Confit with a hint of ginger.
Where is it?
10 Trinity Square, London, England, EC3N 4AJ
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Award-winning cakes and tartlets such as a Raspberry Bakewell Tart and a Pistachio and Apricot Swiss Roll grace this Traditional Afternoon Tea menu. The Dorchester achieved an 'Award of Excellence' at the Afternoon Tea Awards 2023 for their most highly rated meal served at the famous hotel.
Where is it?
Park Lane, London, W1K 1QA
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10. The Langham
Not only will you enjoy a wonderful Afternoon Tea at The Langham, but you are also sure to experience only the best in service, having been honoured with an 'Award of Excellence' at the Afternoon Tea Awards 2024.
Where is it?
1c Portland Place, Regent Street, London, W1B 1JA
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Bonus Venue - Just Outside Of London - Coroworth Park
A special mention must also be given to Coworth Park that is in Ascot, rather than London, and won an 'Award of Excellence' at the Afternoon Tea Awards 2024. Their Garden Afternoon Tea features spring flavours including Lemon Drizzle Cake with Estate Elderflower Cream and Peach and Lemon Verbena Tart.
Where is it?
Blacknest Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7SE
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