Afternoon Tea — April 2006

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The Ritz Palm Court - Afternoon Tea The Ritz Palm Court

One of the most famous destinations for traditional afternoon tea is The Ritz Palm Court, which now holds five sittings daily (11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm). Finger sandwiches, scones with fruits-of-the-forest compote and English cream, pastries and cakes, plus a selection of 17 different teas cost £35 per person. Dress is formal and it is necessary to book six weeks in advance. 150 Piccadilly, W1. Tel: 020 7493 8181.

The Connaught

Afternoon tea at The Connaught in Mayfair costs £24 and includes scones, pastries, and crumpets. Guests can enjoy trolley service in the hotel’s elegant Red Room or cake stands in the Drawing Room alongside a selection of infusions from around the world. 16 Carlos Place, W1. Tel: 020 7499 7070.

The Berkeley

Tea fit for a fashionista can be found at The Berkeley in Knightsbridge, where eclairs, cakes and fancies (in miniature portions for the figure conscious) all resemble catwalk creations. Standard tea costs £35, while tea with Moet & Chandon NV Champagne costs £47.50. Wilton Place, SW1. Tel: 020 7235 6000.

The Conservatory at The Lanesborough - Afternoon Tea The Conservatory at The Lanesborough

The Conservatory at the Lanesborough serves tea during the week from 3.30-6pm and from 4-6pm on Sundays. Guests are served finger sandwiches, scones, pastries, crumpets, and tea or coffee for £24.50, or for £29.50, afternoon tea will include strawberries and cream and a glass of Champagne. Hyde Park Corner, SW1. Tel: 020 7259 5599.

Claridge's

At Claridge's, choose from traditional, Champagne or Dom Perignon Champagne afternoon tea, priced at £28.50, £36.50 and £46.50, respectively. The menu offers a selection of finger sandwiches, French pastries and scones served with tea-infused jam and Devonshire clotted cream. A pianist accompanies tea every day of the week. 55 Brook Street, W1. Tel: 020 7629 8860.

The Savoy - Afternoon Tea The Savoy

The Savoy has offered afternoon tea since the hotel first opened in 1889. It’s served in the Thames Foyer accompanied by a resident pianist. Tea is offered during the week at 2pm and 4pm and on weekends at midday, 2pm, and 4pm. Traditional tea costs £31.50 and Champagne tea costs £35.50. Strand, WC2. Tel: 020 7836 4343.

The Dorchester - Afternoon Tea The Dorchester

Take tea in The Dorchester's famous Promenade and choose from a selection of over 30 different teas to complement the scones and pastries. Afternoon tea is served daily from 3-6pm and costs £28.50 per person, or £34.50 for Champagne tea. 53 Park Lane, W1. Tel: 020 7629 8888.

Park Lane Hotel - Afternoon Tea Park Lane Hotel

Enjoy afternoon tea in style at Piccadilly’s art deco Park Lane Hotel, where £120 per couple will buy half a bottle of Krug Champagne accompanied by the likes of smoked salmon and caviar on dill and lime scone, assorted French pastries, and Champagne tea. Piccadilly, W1. Tel: 020 7499 6321.

Bar 190 - Afternoon Tea Bar 190

An alternative approach to high tea is Bar 190’s new selection of tea-based cocktails. Try concoctions such as jasmine tea with lemon vodka, camomile tea with Hendrick’s Gin, and Earl Grey tea with whisky. The Gore, 190 Queen's Gate, SW7. Tel: 020 7584 6601.

The Wapping Project

The Wapping Project has recently launched Wapping Afternoon Tea, with homemade desserts and fairy cakes available from Monday to Saturday in the industrial building that formerly housed the Wapping Hydraulic Power Station. The constantly evolving space holds an impressive collection of quirky and innovative art, photography, film, and sculpture. Wapping Wall, E1. Tel: 020 7680 2080.

Roka - Afternoon Tea Roka

If you’re in need of refreshment during the upcoming summer months, head to Roka, where various iced tea creations are served up in tall glasses for £4.50 each. Choose from the likes of Ni (apple and lemon tisane with fresh fruit and hibiscus) and Ichi (blood orange tisane with orange slices). For those with more naughty inclinations, a shot of the house sake can be added to any tea, and Japanese-inspired cakes are available for sustenance. 37 Charlotte Street, W1. Tel: 020 7580 6464.

The Wolseley - Afternoon Tea The Wolseley

At the glamorous Wolseley, tea is served from 3-5.30pm on weekdays and 3.30-6pm on weekends. Afternoon tea includes assorted finger sandwiches, fruit scones, a selection of pastries, and range of teas for £18.50. Or choose the lighter option of cream tea, which consists of fruit scones with homemade jam and clotted cream and choice of teas for £7.75. 160 Piccadilly, W1. Tel: 020 7499 6996.

Parlour at Sketch - Afternoon Tea Parlour at Sketch

At the Parlour at Sketch tea with scones costs £7.25 per person and is served from 3pm daily. Alternatively, crank things up a notch with tea served ‘Sketch Style’ which includes finger sandwiches, scones, pastries and choice of teas for £16 per person. A selection of cakes is available all day. 9 Conduit Street, W1. Tel 0870 777 4488.

National Dining Rooms - Afternoon Tea National Dining Rooms

The National Dining Rooms, the new restaurant at The National Gallery, serves traditional British tea overlooking Trafalgar Square. Tea begins at 3pm and is served with a fruit scone, clotted cream and preserves, and a selection of cakes and savoury toasts for £12. Sweet and savoury pies and tarts, as well as cakes and biscuits, are served fresh from the bakery all day. Trafalgar Square, WC2. Tel: 020 7747 2525.

Afternoon Tea - Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea

The Square Meal helpline has recently been inundated with requests from readers asking where to find London’s top spots for afternoon tea. So here's our guide to where to go for traditional tea with all the trimmings, as well as some of the capital's quirkier tea-time offerings.

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