Best affordable afternoon steas in London 2025

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Best affordable afternoon teas in London at a glance

The gate, Harbor Hotel

Go a little further from the center of London and it is easier to find a more affordable afternoon tea. In the Harbor Hotel in Richmond, a classic three-stage afternoon tea comes at less than 30 GBP per person and feels a good price-performance ratio. Nab a table in a pretty remote garden for a fresco tea. The hearty course offers more than just sandwiches (although they are also covered with classic cucumber and mint fresh cheese) -Our highlights were crispy mini heirsarancini and crisp mini -vol -au ventilation that are filled with asparagus. A creamy coronation chicken roll in fluffy brioche was well seasoned and slightly seasoned. Scones are served warm with crispy tops and come with garden berry jam.

The topic “Secret Garden” of the tea comes through in the desserts to end it with edible flowers, a rose macarone and cital -shaped tartlets. The jelly of a pimm is an entertaining addition to expand the classic British summer feeling. A chocolate mousse plant was a surprise hit: Silky Chocolate Mousse, which was not too sweet, with a crispy chocolate floor with a pleasant hit from salt. It is up to you if you also eat the chocolate plants. The tea selection is short, but covers the classics and you can add a glass of Prosecco for £ 9.50.

The hotel is located on the edge of Richmond Park so that you can go out of your tea afterwards – you won’t stay hungry.

Il Papero in Hari, Belgravia

Best afternoon tea with Italian topic

The Hari is hidden in the heart of Belgravia and is a stylish, sustainable boutique hotel, which is perfectly spanned in Chelsea, Kensington and Knightsbridge. After a day when London’s legendary attractions buckingham Palace, first-class museums and designer shopping opportunities, treat a refined but playful Italian afternoon tea in Il Pampero, the chic bar and the hotel restaurant.

This unique experience combines the British tradition with Italian flair and exchanges classic finger sandwiches for freshly baked focaccia. Exppings like Parma ham at a 24-month age with creamy Stracciatella and balsamic reduction or talgio cheese, paired with a lush fig jam-a decadent turn on the usual ham and eggs. Sweet treats continue with the Tiramichoux -a light, airy choux biscuit, filled with mascarpone cream and with an espresso glaze -steals the show. It is the type of dessert that you will remember after your last bit.

Complete your spread with a selection of seven premium teas, from flower and refreshing jing darjeeling 2. Flush to the calming Jingkamillen flower. If you prefer coffee, is that also offered – but for a hint of additional enjoyment the experience with a glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne?

Number sixteen

As soon as you step through the door of this untouched, well -groomed white town house with the Victorian town house, the co -owner Kit Kemp’s Kühner statements are known. Textiles in the suite of the salt rooms are in color from pistachios and pink to stylish yellow and purple, with unique artwork a huge bird cage mounted on the wall marks the entrance, books line the walls and hand-painted dolls, which guard the honesty rod with spirits, crying and blowing.

The selection of sandwiches and cakes offers something different as a traditional afternoon tea. During our summer visit, the honey -roasted ham with honey with a refreshing Dill Coleslaw comes on a black rye bread. Beautiful zucchini flowers are covered in a crispy and light tempura. And Herbes de Provence Chicken fills a mushy glazed brioche roll. PRECTION are pretty and petite-a hint of a violet gives a creamy, lemon-filled choux profiterol, rose cupcakes are subtle floral and the silky raspberry panna-cotta offers a pleasant gate.

The swan

From £ 42.50 per person book The swan

Romeo & Julia afternoon tea in Swan London

Enjoy the afternoon tea with a breathtaking view from the Schwan Bankside with a view of the Thames of the river, which is located in the world -famous Shakespeares Globe. The Swan’s afternoon tea is with the Globe schedule and is currently celebrating the upcoming summer production of Romeo & Julia With a wild west.

The decision for the classic tea contains delicate finger sandwiches made of smoked salmon and sheep to the sandwich. A buffalo Mozzarella, tomato and basil tart; and roast beef and ‘cowboy butter’ in a rocket roll. Sweet Lecks are named after key lines from the play and receive western decorations such as a chocolate cowboy case on their smoked cherry baking. In addition to strawberry jam and devonshire Clotted Creme, scones are traditionally kept with raisins and simple varieties. The hearty cowboy tea is also available for those who prefer things less sweet, as well as vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten options.

Round your tea with an apple and an older flower that sparkles the “Love Potion” pallet cleaner for a bizarre finish. Flower cocktails continue the topic and there is a selection of bubbles, including non -alcoholic. SIP Novus Prize winner Loser leaf tea with several black, green, white and herbal options. Fleur d’Ior Oolong with semi -fermented green tea with flower notes was a special favorite of us during our visit.

RAILS

Bop into an astonishing journey with the new afternoon tea in Rails, which is located in the Great Northern Hotel directly in front of the King’s Cross St. Pancras. Inspired by the Great Railway’s Great Britain, you lead on a whistle tour through regional favorites, from Rich Yorkshire Parkin and creamy Cranachan Choux rolls to strong shortbread from Scottish Millionaire. There is an allusion to London with a petite Victoria Cupcake, while a hearty scouse cake brings a hearty bite of Liverpool.

Of course, no afternoon tea would be complete without scones, and here you will be spoiled with three: Plain, raisin and a more hearty Wensleydale version, served with jam and clotted cream. The standard tea for £ 39.50 contains a selection of eight lottery blade mixtures. For those who want to refrain from the occasion, there is Fizz -upgrades: Prosecco for £ 47.50, sparkling wine for £ 49.50 or a glass champagne for £ 52.50. A very gratifying – and clear British experience.