While the idea of a quintessentially afternoon may conjure up images of refined conversation and bone China teapots, these bars, hotels and restaurants have got something else in mind altogether. Serving up spicy snacks, bottomless fizz and quirky cocktails, they're proving that you don't have to wait for dusk to fall to kick off your weekend antics. Get ready to raise the roof (and your pinkies), as we bring you London's best boozy and bottomless afternoon teas.
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Last updated on 27th February 2025
Head along to the Central London hotspot that is The Pickle Hen to chomp on their classic afternoon or cream tea. You'll be filled to the brim with Scotch eggs, fish finger sandwiches and toffee popcorn tarts, not to mention freshly baked scones - with the option to make it bottomless too.
Situated in the heart of the West End, Boulevard Brasserie flaunts a boozy afternoon tea that's sure to impress. Not only will you get to enjoy scrumptious bites, from salmon and cream cheese sandwiches to raspberry macarons, but also free-flowing prosecco.
Georgian House Hotel is not only coming in hot with a boozy afternoon tea where you can upgrade to bottomless drinks for £20pp, but it's also wizard-themed. Expect treats or trickery across drinks and your tier of delights.
@ The Mind Palace on Various dates from Friday 21st March 2025
A bottomless afternoon tea with a dash of mystery? The Sherlock's Boozy Afternoon Tea is immersive experience, small finger food and bottomless drinks combined as you enjoy a vintage setting, games, and bottomless fizz for 90 minutes.
Looking for an afternoon tea with bottomless prosecco in London? Make your way over to Great Court Restaurant, found in the British Museum, to enjoy tantalising tiers of sandwiches, scones and cakes, not to mention lots of lovely bubbly.
Mother's Day complementary dessert for Mum and 2 other offers
Make your way over to Scoff & Banter Kensington for a fabulous afternoon tea to be reckoned with. Not only can you fill your boots with homemade finger sandwiches on artisan bread and floral-inspired pastries, but also wash it down with prosecco.
@ The Chocolate Cocktail Club on Various dates from Friday 21st March 2025
If you're a chocoholic, then make your way directly to The Chocolate Cocktail Club for their fabulous afternoon tea. Think plenty of sweet and savoury finger food, all washed down with their signature cocktail, The Chocotini, or some bubbles. You definitely won't regret this.
Map Maison in Hackney are hosting a brilliant practical cocktail masterclass with afternoon tea. Start off with a complimentary drink, before diving into a lesson on creating tasty concoctions. Afterwards, you'll enjoy tapas-style eats like mini Iberico burgers, fresh bruschetta and classic macarons.
@ Bbar on Mon, 23rd Sep 2024 - Sun, 30th Nov 2025
The elegant Victoria-based Bbar offers a delicious Bottomless Prosecco Afternoon Tea for £60 per person that's available seven days a week. Look forward to discovering the flavours South Africa with mini bunny chows, Amarula scones and Rooibus tea alongside 90 minuts of free-flowing bubbles.
Located close to Tottenham Court Road station, Lucy Wong is a stunning cocktail bar and restaurant inspired by 1950s Hong Kong. Expect gorgeous pink and gold interiors, with sultry low lighting illuminating the dark furnishings and marble-topped bar.
Every single Saturday, you can get your hands on an indulgent bottomless afternoon tea for £55 per person. This includes 90 minutes of unlimited spritz cocktails, or you can upgrade to the premium option for an extra £20. As for the food, expect everything from king prawn dumplings to mini pork bao and yuzu meringue choux buns.
A glass of Prosecco and chocolates for Mum on us and 1 other offer
Can you think of a better way to spend a day than with a Champagne afternoon tea in London? Snap up a table at Bond St. Tea Rooms to chow down on all of your favourite British treats (with a few Italian eats thrown in too) paired with Moet & Chandon.
Indulge in a delectable spread in the heart of the city with a Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel. You'll find a £115 per person bottomless affair that's available seven days a week, featuring treats courtesy of talented pastry chef Sarah Houghting. Delight in smoked ham and cheddar cheese sandwiches, fresh scones with clotted cream and jam, plus chocolate caramel choux buns paired with free-flowing bubbles for 90 minutes.
Make your way over to Ping Pong in either St Katharine Docks or St Christopher's Place for a unique afternoon tea. On the menu? Spring rolls, dumplings, bao and cheesecake, with a vegetarian selection available also. And, of course, you can pair your feast with a glass of prosecco for just £5 extra.
When it comes to boozy afternoon tea, Biscuiteers Belgravia is bound to impress. This top-notch venue is offering up a delicious range of bites, from sweet tp savoury, with plenty of tasty bubbles. To top it off, there are also school of icing events to learn from the best.
