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A Blooming British Afternoon Tea - Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster London, London, Greater London

Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster London

4.8
4.8
226 Reviews
£26 to £40
Café

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Welcome to A Blooming British Afternoon Tea in collaboration with the Natural History Museum; a floral-inspired twist on a quintessentially British tradition, in a celebration of the beautiful flowers and precious pollinators on our doorstep.

Taking inspiration from artworks held within the Museum’s archives, their newly transformed gardens that provide a haven for people and wildlife and the idyllic 30-minute nature walk across leafy Hyde Park that brings us together, our talented pastry team have created a delightful menu that beautifully honours the elegance of British flora and fauna, using locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients.

Sit back and enjoy an irresistible assortment of delicately crafted sandwiches, warm baked scones and delectable flora and fauna inspired delicacies, accompanied by two bespoke teas from Camellia’s Tea House. For that added treat, savour a glass of Taittinger Champagne or Nyetimber Sparkling Wine and let the afternoon blissfully slip away!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Café, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of Operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 1:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7551 6000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Villacora
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Experiences

  • Christmas Day Afternoon Tea

    £85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas Day this year with our delicious festive inspired afternoon tea, including a glass of champagne.
    Christmas Day Afternoon Tea photo
  • Festive afternoon tea Weekday

    £59.00 per person

    25 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 2025
    Ready yourself for a quintessential British tradition, passed down through the centuries and made modern and unique by our very talented team. Our enchanting Festive Afternoon Tea is pure indulgence. Relax and enjoy an irresistible assortment of delicately crafted sandwiches, warm baked scones and deliciously sweet delicacies, accompanied by a selection of fine teas.
    Festive afternoon tea Weekday photo
  • Festive Afternoon Tea Weekends

    £64.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Ready yourself for a quintessential British tradition, passed down through the centuries and made modern and unique by our very talented team. Our enchanting Festive Afternoon Tea is pure indulgence. Relax and enjoy an irresistible assortment of delicately crafted sandwiches, warm baked scones and deliciously sweet delicacies, accompanied by a selection of fine teas.
    Festive Afternoon Tea Weekends photo

What 226 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • West London

    Best Overall

  • West London

    Best Service

  • West London

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster London offers a "truly magnificent" experience with "incredible" food and "amazing" service. Guests rave about the "best scones in the world" and a varied tea selection. The staff are "attentive" and accommodating, ensuring a "luxurious and memorable" afternoon in a "sophisticated ambiance."

226 Reviews
  1. Andrea

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally great, our waiter was lovely. Everything was perfect. Thankyou

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  2. Aylin

    London

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall was ok however the service, Sandwich and good value for Money are really not up to the standards. There was no extra scone as well 😅

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  3. rukky

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous treats the Halloween desserts were just amazing! The staff, very knowledgeable. Ambience, Top
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 10 November 2024
    Dear Rukky, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. Yolanda and the rest of the team will be thrilled to know they made your visit special. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  4. Sarah

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a lovely afternoon tea, the scones in particular were fabulous, with plenty of jam and cream. The service was excellent, the staff were very attentive and we were made to feel like it was a special occasion. Would definitely return.
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 10 November 2024
    Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your afternoon tea with us. It's great to know that the scones, jam, and cream were a highlight for you. Our team takes pride in providing attentive service and creating a special atmosphere for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  5. Chris

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All great! Jules our server was lovely and the ladies too!
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 14 November 2024
    Dear Chris, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time celebrating your 70th birthday with us. It's fantastic to know that Jules and the rest of our team made your afternoon tea special. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to them. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful experiences. Happy 70th birthday once again! Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  6. Grace

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and attentive service. Really appreciated the team going above and beyond for my daughter's birthday. The best part was scone with clotted cream and jam.
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 14 November 2024
    Dear Grace, Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the ambience and attentive service at our establishment. It was our pleasure to help make your daughter's birthday special. We're thrilled that you loved the scone with clotted cream and jam – it's a favorite of ours too! We hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments. Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  7. Phyllis

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Upon entering the hotel, the floral scent is enticing. The small cafe is inviting, with an experienced staff ready to serve your every need. It is a tremendous value with delectable sandwiches, scones that are unmatched, sweets to finish the meal and an impressive tea selection.
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 14 November 2024
    Dear Phyllis, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to our hotel and The Hyde Cafe. It's great to know that the floral scent and inviting atmosphere made a positive impression on you. We're especially pleased that you found our sandwiches, scones, sweets, and tea selection to be delightful. We're incredibly proud of our staff, and it's fantastic to hear that Daniela made your experience even more special with her expert guidance and tea pairings. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable visit! Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  8. Georgie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience from start to finish. I took my mum as a surprise treat. She is coeliac so struggles to find options when dining out. The Royal Lancaster’s afternoon tea service offers an option that is both gluten free and vegan - in fact it caters for many other allergies too. The food itself was exquisite with such incredible attention to detail. The experience was truly a joy - the staff were lovely, so friendly and accommodating. The Hyde cafe was a beautiful setting and the pollinator theme was so well considered with beautiful crockery and even a pollinator tea blend paired with the sandwiches. We have tried many afternoon teas over the years and this was by far the best I’ve experienced. I cannot recommend it enough.
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 13 November 2024
    Dear Georgie, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your mum had a wonderful experience with us. It's fantastic to know that our gluten-free and vegan options met your needs and that you enjoyed the exquisite food and attention to detail. We're glad the pollinator theme and beautiful setting of the Hyde Cafe added to your enjoyment. Your kind words about our friendly and accommodating staff are much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful afternoons. Thank you for recommending us so highly! Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea was Great!
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 14 November 2024
    Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed our afternoon tea and hope we can welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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  10. Ruth

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sandwiches were just right (no pretentious fillings!) The warm Scones were perfect and just melted in the mouth! The selection of 4 cakes looked so good it seemed a shame to eat them - but we did and got four very different flavour explosions - it was difficult to decide which one we liked best! The staff were charming and very attentive - especially our waitress, Daniela and it was lovely to meet James and a couple of other the chefs who came out to say hello to us. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
    Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster LondonResponded on 13 November 2024
    Dear Ruth, Thank you so much for your heartwarming review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our sandwiches, scones, and cakes. It's wonderful to know that Daniela, James, and our chefs made your experience memorable, especially with the extra cake for your wedding anniversary celebration. Your kind words will be passed on to them, and we're thrilled that their efforts added a special touch to your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful afternoons. Many thanks for choosing the Royal Lancaster London! Kind regards, Balazs Varga, Deputy Director of Food & Beverage

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Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster London is rated 4.8 stars by 226 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Afternoon Tea at Royal Lancaster London

Lancaster Terrace, London, Greater London W2 2TY

Additional information

  • Area
    Bayswater
  • Hours of Operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 1:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Café, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Villacora
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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