Taste London · Dining Guide
London’s Best Afternoon Teas
Take an afternoon out of the day. These London institutions offer distinctive settings for sandwiches, warm scones and pastries, with booking and dress-code details worth checking before you go.
By Editorial Desk · Updated 23 October 2026
A blue tick links to a published Taste London review. The wider selection also includes restaurants our team has not reviewed.
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz
Why visit
An elaborate afternoon tea of sandwiches, warm scones, pastries and seasonal cakes, accompanied by live music. The current service takes place in William Kent House; check the venue’s dress code before visiting.
150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
Afternoon Tea at Claridge’s
Why visit
A composed afternoon tea in the Foyer & Reading Room, with classic sandwiches, scones and seasonal pastries. A polished choice for a celebration or an unhurried afternoon in Mayfair.
Checked 23 October 2026
Claridge’s, Brook St, London W1K 4HR
The Wolseley Piccadilly
Why visit
The grand café setting accommodates breakfast, a working lunch or afternoon tea with equal ease. Its broad European menu makes it a practical choice when a group wants different things.
Checked 23 October 2026
160 Piccadilly, London W1J 9EB