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The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James, London,

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

4.3
4.3
363 Reviews
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea
A photo of The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James restaurant

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

4.3
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea
Piccadilly

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
The stunning Sofitel London St James is located in the former home of Cox’s and King’s bank in the very heart of London, England. This sympathetically renovated building is English heritage grade II listed and now houses one of London's most unique five-star hotels - combining traditional British design with a contemporary style that is unmistakably French.

Inspired by the Hotel’s French origins mixed with British influence,
The Rose Lounge brings a mix of classic French flavors whilst also moving away from the standard concept of finger sandwiches by introducing something different to the savory offering with dishes such as aubergine and feta tart or shrimp beignet with lemon mayonnaise.

This theme continues on the sweet side, with a twist on the classic afternoon tea with a chocolate salted caramel and praline délice, Followed by a strawberry and basil tartlet and a lemon madeleine.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–6:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7747 2200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lerrick Coelho
  • Area
    Piccadilly
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross stations
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

Experiences

  • Festive Afternoon Tea

    £45.00 - £90.00 per person

    23 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable afternoon tea experience, surrounded by our festive cheer. Enjoy classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and the prettiest patisserie. With a wonderful perfectly matched tea selection to choose from, or add a little more sparkle to the occasion with a glass of Champagne.
    Festive Afternoon Tea photo
  • Vegan Afternoon Tea

    £70.00 per person

    15 Apr 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Enjoy our Vegan Afternoon Tea at The Rose Lounge. Featuring freshly baked scones served with vegan cream, vegan cheese, and cucumber on spinach bread and an array of desserts.
    Vegan Afternoon Tea photo

What 363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

363 Reviews
  1. Lauren

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Rose Lounge was a total rip off - I paid £184 for a small festive afternoon tea for two, which is extortionate for what it was. This didn't even include any alcohol! The savoury course was tiny only 1 sandwich and 3 bitesize bits, the scones were two bites - for £92 per person (inc. service charge) I would expect full size scones. The cakes looked nice, but weren't for me, unpleasant flavours, but I appreciate this is personal preference. It was nice enough, the staff were friendly and the venue/atmosphere was pleasant. The cello player was a nice touch, but he only seemed to know 5 songs so it became very repetitive. There any so many other places for afternoon tea in London that I would recommend over and above here.
    The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St JamesResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Lauren, Many thanks for sharing your feedback. I am sorry you felt our afternoon tea offering did not represent good value. At Sofitel London St James we strive to display our genuine hospitality and generosity. Whilst we are committed to a sustainable approach with every dining experience, refills are always available. I sincerely apologise if that was not clearly communicated during your stay. I am very grateful for the kind feedback regarding our team and the general atmosphere. I would appreciate if you could contact me directly to further discuss your feedback. With kind regards Ivan Di Nasta Food & Beverage Manager

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  2. Autumn

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the most wonderful afternoon tea with my daughter at The Rose Lounge! The pink decor and cozy chairs made us feel like princesses, and the staff went above and beyond to make our visit special. Love how they served everything on traditional tiered stands – the warm scones were a highlight and my daughter couldn't get enough of the treats! Perfect spot for a special mother-daughter date in London, though definitely book ahead. Worth the magical experience!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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  3. Andrew

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very genteel presentation with excellent food and service in a lovely setting.
    The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St JamesResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Andrew, We are truly grateful for your wonderful feedback. We hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another delightful meal. With kind regards Ivan Di Nasta Food and Beverage Manager

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best service we have ever experienced. The servers we had specifically Georgiana and Romania were the absolute best! They took their time explaining everything to us and did it so perfectly. I really recommend this place for high tea.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Monterrey

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ramona was an excellent added value to the experience… enjoyed chatting with her and her colleague. Thanks

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  6. Jackie

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful experience. Staff were beyond courteous. Well worth the trip!!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 December 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Would not recommend. Ridiculously overpriced for what it is. Food was not good, tea was very boring overall regret

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  8. Natalia

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 26 December 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely tea service. I thought the finger sandwiches were a bit underwhelming (desserts were great, so save a lot of room), and it’s not as cool of a spot as some other teas in London. Service was friendly and attentive, and the teas were good.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service is outstanding. But, the food. Its so overpriced and yet bland and boring. And If you pay 80 pounds, i expect more than i quarter of a muffin.

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  10. Kevin

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lighting was low, the room was quiet, it was all quite relaxing as the food was excellent. We really enjoyed the attention and atmosphere. The staff were superb.

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FAQs

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James is rated 4.3 stars by 363 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James restaurant

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

4.3
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea
Piccadilly

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN

Additional information

  • Area
    Piccadilly
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 9:00 am–6:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross stations
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Lerrick Coelho
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
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