18 Afternoon tea Restaurants near Edinburgh

We found 18 Afternoon tea restaurants within 1 miles 1 miles of Edinburgh

We've pulled together a great selection of afternoon tea restaurants across the whole of Edinburgh, using our SquareMeal expertise. We've compiled this list by considering a number of things – including price points, location, how many people the restaurant can cater for, the decor, and much more. The thing is, afternoon tea can be an entirely different experience for every single person. Some like the traditional fruit scones with jam and cream, and will be satisfied with a pairing of English breakfast tea, while others want to push the boat out with something a bit more fancy. Whatever your way of doing afternoon tea, we’ve gathered some stellar spots across Edinburgh – from the shores of Portobello Beach to the city centre hotels in the Old and New Towns. As you go on this journey of finding an afternoon tea restaurant in Edinburgh that you love, and want to return to time after time, consider making your way across Scotland’s capital, and exploring all that this great city has to offer.

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Afternoon tea Restaurants near Edinburgh
Afternoon tea Restaurants near Edinburgh
Afternoon tea Restaurants near Edinburgh
Afternoon tea Restaurants near Edinburgh
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Brewhemia

Brewhemia

Edinburgh, EH1 1DE
0.1 miles
Boasting a plum location opposite Waverley train station, the punnily named Brewhemia is among the city’s largest drinking, dining and live entertainm ... Find out more
The Ivy on The Square Edinburgh

The Ivy on The Square Edinburgh

New Town, EH2 2BD
0.2 miles
Overlooking the beautiful St Andrew’s square in the heart of Edinburgh’s new town is The Ivy on the square. It is the only Ivy Collection restau ... Find out more
Le Monde

Le Monde

City Centre, EH2 2PF
0.3 miles
Le Monde Hotel can be found on the historic George Street in Edinburgh, with doors that open up to a stylishly designed space that reflects iconic vistas of ... Find out more
Peacock Alley at The Caledonian

Peacock Alley at The Caledonian

Edinburgh, EH1 2AB
0.8 miles
Located in the lobby of the Edinburgh’s iconic Caledonian Hotel (now part of the Waldorf Astoria group), this luxurious lounge offers all the glamour ... Find out more
The Court

The Court

Edinburgh, EH1 2AB
0.8 miles
The Court, situated within The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers a distinctive dining experience that reflects the city's rich histor ... Find out more
Cannonball Restaurant and Bar

Cannonball Restaurant and Bar

Edinburgh, EH1 2NE
0.4 miles
Located in the heart of the Old Town, with fabulous views of Edinburgh Castle, Cannonball House (so named becuase of the gunshot lodged high on the wal ... Find out more
The Spence at Gleneagles Townhouse

The Spence at Gleneagles Townhouse

Edinburgh, EH2 2AD
0.1 miles
What we think
"The direct descendent of arguably Scotland’s most famous hotel, Gleneagles Townhouse has big shoes to fill. It’s the first offshoot of the ..." Read our full review
Tigerlily

Tigerlily

City Centre, EH2 4JN
0.7 miles
What we think
"Part of the locally based Montpeliers Group, Tigerlily made an immediate splash when it opened in 2006. Comprising a boutique hotel with bar, restauran ..." Read our full review
Afternoon Tea at One Square Restaurant

Afternoon Tea at One Square Restaurant

Haymarket, EH3 9SR
0.9 miles
The perfect pick-me-up whether for a break between shops or an indulgent few hours with your best friends. The relaxed surroundings of One Square coupled wi ... Find out more
Holy Cow

Holy Cow

Edinburgh New Town, EH1 3DX
0.2 miles
Holy Cow is one of the first vegan cafes to open in Edinburgh, bringing its impressive burgers, veg-packed sandwiches and nutritious salads to the city's pl ... Find out more
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The idea of sitting down during a busy day (or one of total relaxation, there's no judgement here), to enjoy a tasty stack of finger sandwiches and sweet treats, sounds like a dream to us. Some of the more fancy afternoon teas for two will come with a glass of fizz, or maybe even a cocktail – if you’re visiting somewhere a bit more modern. But it doesn’t have to be all grandeur. If you just want to dip your toes into the world of afternoon tea, and get something a bit smaller, consider booking high tea, or a cream tea experience, where the focus lies more on the scones and a good old pot of tea. Call us traditionalists, but we too, think that most of the appeal around an afternoon tea lies with a solid buttery, crumbly scone.

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