Afternoon Tea at GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4.2

142 Reviews

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Romantic

The name GŎNG derives from the Chinese word ‘dougong’ – a unique structural element of interlocking wooden brackets commonly seen in traditional Chinese architecture and featured throughout the sky-high venue.

Treat yourself with the highest Afternoon Tea in London.

GŎNG is pleased to present an exciting new concept to rival the classic British afternoon tea experience, with the launch of its Liquid Afternoon Tea. Guests will enjoy a food and miniature cocktail pairing that features a line-up of tea-inspired tipples, accompanied by a selection of sweet and savoury fare. Please note that hot drinks are not included in the experience and bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Any dietary requirement must be communicated at the time of booking and at least 48 hours in advance. Liquid Afternoon Tea Reservations are for 1.5 hours.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Cocktail Bar, Asian
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Phone number
020 7234 8208
Website
http://www.gong-shangri-la.com/afternoon-tea/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
31 St. Thomas Street, London, SE1 9QU
Area
London Bridge
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
London Bridge station
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options

White Apricot (Alcohol Free)
Seedlip Grove, White Apricot, Grapefruit, Lemonade
Earl Grey (Alcohol Free)
Earl Grey, Maple Verjus, Soy, Kombucha. Contains: Soybeans or products
Shangri-La Welcome
Baiju, SL Welcome Cordial, Apricot Brandy, Cider. Contains: Sulphur dioxide or products
Chamomile
Ketel One, Muscat Vinegar, Kumquat, Chamomile, Foam, Liquorice. Contains: Sulphur dioxide or products

Savory

Cucumber, Cream Cheese & Schezwan Pepper Nigiri
Contains: Soybeans or products, Milk or products, Gluten, Sulphur dioxide or products
Beef Tataki with Sour Cream And Horseradish Nigiri
Contains: Gluten, Egg or products, Soybeans or products, Milk or products, Mustard or products, Sulphur dioxide or products
Salmon Roll
Contains: Gluten, Egg or products, Fish or products, Soybeans or products, Sulphur dioxide or products

Paired with

Plum & Soy
Ocho Blanco Tequila, Coconut Cream, Plum Wine, Soy Sauce. Contains: Soybeans or products, Sesame seeds or products, Sulphur dioxide or products
Wasabi & Pomegranate
Wasabi-infused Tanqueray London Dry Gin, Pomegranate Molasses, Agave Syrup

Sweet

Warm Scones
With Lemon Curd. Contains: Gluten, Egg or products, Soybeans or products, Milk or products, Sulphur dioxide or products
Choux Bun
Filled with orange compote and cinnamon whipping ganache. Contains: Peanuts or products, Egg or products, Fish or products, Soybeans or products, Milk or products
Pandan & Coconut
Pandan-infused Havana 3 yo Rum, Pimento Dram, Pedro Ximenez Sherry, Coconut Syrup, Muscatel Vinegar. Contains: Sulphur dioxide or products
Yuzu & Cherry
Sichuan Pepper, Ketel One Vodka, Sochu, Yuzu Sake, Cherry Liqueur, Sparkling Green Tea. Contains: Sulphur dioxide or products

What 142 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Energetic

142 Reviews

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AMacV
Edinburgh
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely calm professional service. Liquid afternoon tea is a great concept. Paired cocktails were delicious and not over the top.
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Kb135
Kent
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 October 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Bites were amazing but really overpriced for the measly portions
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AndreaR
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 September 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful food, great service and lovely ambience. A thoroughly enjoyable experience
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MadelineM
London
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 27 June 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very non traditional afternoon tea. The savoury options were very lacking and did not taste of very much. We had 1 piece of beef sushi, 2 pieces of salmon sushi and a cucumber sushi, so essentially 4 mouthfuls. But none had any distinct flavour. The accompanying cocktails I couldn’t drink as they really weren’t to my taste but it was a great idea. The sweet options were really delicious with two scones and a hazeulnut eclair type thing. it was okay, lacked flavour but the view and the service was amazing.
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Anon
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Weirdly pedantic food - not much of it very nice - and very expensive
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DianeO
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 June 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful experience. Very welcoming and attentive staff. Lovely atmosphere and outstanding veiws. Great to have something different from the traditional afternoon tea.
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OpenTable Diner
Lancashire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 12 June 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous everything 😍
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ADeb
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 May 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went to experience the afternoon tea with a friend this weekend and the food, service and ambience was excellent. We were seated by the windows so the views were beautiful as usual (despite the dreary weather!). We had sushi and cocktails to start followed by some sweet treats after. All delicious and the cocktails that came with complimented the food perfectly! I want to say a big thank you to Erlinda our waitress who was amazing! She was so helpful, friendly and incredibly attentive. She has an infectiously bubbly and smiley persona! Thanks for taking through each item and making our girly afternoon catch up perfect! Also - the playlist was great! Value for money on food I’d probably give 3-4 out of 5 stars but not a big deal as you are paying for quality, views and ambience when you visit here.
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NicholasT
West Sussex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great...
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MelanieS
London
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 4 March 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A fantastic afternoon tea but wish I hadn't eaten so many sandwiches as I was too stuffed to thoroughly enjoy the desserts... which were fabulous. Very few people were dining so it was very pleasant. I can imagine its really noisy when full. Had a great time but having to have my temperature taken 4 times by security was a bit OTT.
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31 St. Thomas Street, London, SE1 9QU

Additional information

Area
London Bridge
Hours of Operation
Afternoon Tea Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Cocktail Bar, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
London Bridge station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.gong-shangri-la.com/afternoon-tea/
Phone number
020 7234 8208

Afternoon Tea at GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

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Menu

Welcome Drink

White Apricot (Alcohol Free)

Earl Grey (Alcohol Free)

Shangri-La Welcome

Chamomile

Savory

Cucumber, Cream Cheese & Schezwan Pepper Nigiri

Beef Tataki with Sour Cream And Horseradish Nigiri

Salmon Roll

Paired with

Plum & Soy

Wasabi & Pomegranate

Sweet

Warm Scones

Choux Bun

Pandan & Coconut

Yuzu & Cherry

What 142 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Afternoon Tea at GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London restaurant rated?

Is Afternoon Tea at GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London currently accepting bookings?

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