Best Afternoon Tea In Mayfair

An Italian Japanese fusion restaurant may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of afternoon tea, but May Fair Kitchen bucks the trend in more ways than one. Known to be one of most decadent spreads on offer in the capital, it packs in the likes of smoked salmon and mortadella with pistachio sandwiches, along with patisseries created in collaboration with Charbonnel et Walker.

Liquid refreshment is just as lavish, with champagne, rose and English sparkling wine all on offer alongside luxury loose leaf teas. You can tuck into this amazing afternoon treat from just £49 per person. 

Cheap afternoon tea in Mayfair, anyone? Get ready for a sweet rendezvous at The May Fair Hotel. They've teamed up with prestigious chocolatiers Charbonnel et Walker to create an exclusive afternoon tea experience that's a chocoholic's dream come true. Come down to sink your teeth into a delectable range of sandwiches, chocolate scones, doughnuts with chocolate sauce, tiramisu topped with chocolate shavings, and a tempting assortment of Charbonnel et Walker truffles in a swanky environment.

Prepare for a tea-riffic time with the award-winning Original Sweet Shop Afternoon Tea at The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, available for £65 per adult and £39 per child. With a menu inspired by trips to the candy store, featuring whimsical treats like surprising sweetshop-themed cakes, including a mouthwatering Coca-Cola delice, you'll feel like you've been transported back to the good ol' days of your childhood. 

Plus, with an array of teas on offer and the option to add a splash of Champagne for extra pizzazz, this whimsical afternoon activity will make the playful spirit of a bygone era come back to life.

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, The Cavendish London beckons you for a culinary adventure like no other at their chic restaurant, Mayfair Lounge and Grill. Here, executive chef Julian Ward and his talented team, including head pastry chef Nishta Balloo and sous chef Amanda Headley, have crafted an unforgettable afternoon tea menu that promises a feast for the senses. From Cypriot-inspired pastries to Mauritian streamed cassava cakes and finger sandwiches with flavours from the Caribbean, India, and England, this offering is like no other.

With its warm terracotta walls and elegant leather-bound booths, Maison François soon lets you know you're in Mayfair. The afternoon tea offering is just as high society.

Think perfectly cut sandwiches served up alongside French fancies and airy bakes, crafted by Executive Pastry Chef Jérémy Prakhin. Refreshments come in the form of Postcard teas, or for an extra £15 per person, a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée champagne.

Experience an epic fusion of British tradition and Japanese flair at Ginza, a stunning restaurant in the heart of Mayfair, offering a mouthwatering afternoon tea experience for just £55 per person. Indulge in savoury delights like chicken karaage and beef fillet tataki, followed by decadent desserts such as Japanese custard with black treacle and mango as well as green tea mochi, all accompanied by a selection of traditional Japanese teas. Plus, the elegant dining room features low-hanging lights and stunning floral arrangements, setting the stage for a memorable cream tea journey through Japan.

Looking for a luxury afternoon tea in Mayfair? For just £49, dive into the ultimate 5 o'clock indulgence inspired by the Olympic Games - a pretty pairing of savoury sandwiches, tasty treats, and freshly brewed teas. The Dilly's Parisian-themed afternoon tea brings the essence of France to life through lots of playful treats like the Eiffel Tower, a milk chocolate mousse with mandarin gel and sable biscuits, the Mona Lisa, a pistachio and honey cake, along with smoked salmon tartines, and pesto crepes.

Once a pink paradise, now dripping in gold and glam, The Gallery At Sketch serves one helluva 5 o'clock meal. Take your pick from the seasonal afternoon tea (starting at £80pp) or the one with English bubbly and champagne (starting at £90pp), featuring a gorgeous spread of treats on a three-tiered cake stand. We're talking goodies like corn-fed Coronation chicken and egg mayo sandwiches, lemon Battenberg, Victoria sponge, as well as scones with clotted cream and homemade strawberry jam. Trust us, Sketch afternoon tea in Mayfair is like no other.

The epitome of afternoon tea elegance, Claridge's £90 cream tea experience is set in the hotel's Art Deco-inspired foyer, dripping with retro glamour. Crafted by executive chef Martyn Nail and master pâtissier Jérôme Chaucesse, the menu features British specialities like delicate poached Scottish salmon finger sandwiches, as well as seasonal pastries such as red berry tart with jasmine tea, served on a custom-designed stand, sporting the hotel's unique flair. And let's not forget the star of the show - the tea. From rich Oolong to the refreshing Claridge's Blend, there's a brew to perfectly complement every bite.

Looking for a fancy schmancy spot for a 5'o clock goodness? Check out The Ritz afternoon tea in Mayfair. This swanky affair takes place in their super fancy Palm Court, decked out with gold everything and gorgeous birdcage chandeliers. They take the classic British afternoon tea and crank it up to eleven with a three-tiered cake stand loaded with finger sandwiches and cutesy pastries. The sandwiches feature timeless combinations like smoked salmon with lemon butter and egg mayo on brioche, while the desserts include fluffy meringues and choux buns filled with pistachio cream.