Quintessentially British, afternoon tea is not only one of London's most famous pastimes, but also offers a welcome break during a long day shopping or London sightseeing. Relax and refresh yourself with tea, coffee, sandwiches, pastries, cakes and perhaps even a glass of chilled Champagne, in elegant and cosy surroundings. Afternoon tea at one of London's top hotels is certainly a luxurious and extravagant affair. It is not just tea and cake, but a lavish setting with exquisite service and the finest china, often accompanied by live music. Traditional afternoon tea in a swanky London hotel is a real delight, and perfect for any special occassion, but booking is essential and smart dress codes apply.
87 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge SW1X 7XL
The opulent Tea Rooms at Harrods offers glamourous, high end British dining.
56 Chiswell Street EC1Y 4SA
British food is first class at superb city restaurant the Chiswell Street Dining Room.
108 Marylebone Lane, Marylebone W1U 2QE
108 Brasserie is a charming restaurant close to the bustling Marylebone High Street, near the neighbourhood’s well-known farmers market.
Hilton Park Lane, 22 Park Lane, Mayfair W1K 1BE
Sample the seasonal modern British cuisine at Podium Restaurant and Bar, situated in the London Hilton on Park Lane Hotel.
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside SE1 9DT
Enjoy seasonal British cuisine and stunning St Paul’s views at The Swan at the Globe on Bankside.
Victoria Embankment WC2N 5DJ
The RS Hispaniola offers a unique London dining experience, anchored in the Thames, along the embankment with stunning views and top class food.
134-136 Wardour Street, Soho W1F 8ZP
Inamo never fails to impress, both for the food and the interesting and novel way of ordering, which seems to work perfectly.
140 Park Lane, Mayfair W1K 7AA
Critically acclaimed since it opened, Lanes of London is now one of the most popular restaurants in the area and it's advisable to book well in advance.
31-36 Leicester Square WC2H 7LH
Fans of MasterChef may well have seen the Leicester Square Kitchen host an episode of Celebrity MasterChef in August 2018.
Fortnum & Mason, 181 Piccadilly, St James's W1A 1ER
If you're looking to try afternoon tea for the first time then we highly recommend you look no further than The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon at Fortnum & Mason.
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