It is the British people who can elevate small tea leaves from simple food to life necessities and social culture. For tourists from afar, getting to know and taste the British tea culture is an indispensable part of a complete British tour. Drinking tea in the UK is all about the atmosphere. There are a lot of good places to drink tea and eat snacks here.
This article will tell you about some well-reputed tea room restaurants.
1. Fortnum & Mason
Fortnum & Mason has a lot of royal roots, and the label "The Queen's Favorite" is worth a thousand words. The century-old store at Piccadilly Circus in the heart of the city never lacks visitors, and it's amazing to just stand outside and watch the exquisite window display.
The price of such a high-end place is naturally not low, especially the Scone scones and Sandwich sandwiches inside, and the rose tea is really awesome!
Address: 181 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1A 1ER
2. Ladurée
You are no stranger to macarons, Ladurée is the founder of macarons. This is a dessert house from France. In addition to a variety of different flavors of macarons, its strawberry puff pastry, strawberry pie and puffs are good dessert choices for afternoon tea. For tea, it is recommended all kinds of scented teas.
By the way, its tea set seems to be really made of sterling silver. Ladurée has many branches in London, the stores are not large, it is the kind of layout with a French romantic atmosphere: floral, mint green, embossed, everywhere exquisite.
3. The Ritz Restaurant
It is another luxurious place for tea drinking, whether it is decoration, tea set, or refreshment and service, just one word - exquisite! Step into the Ritz and become an aristocrat in a second. This hotel also has a dress code for customers, and no formal entry is allowed. Boys remember to wear a tie. You can also choose to celebrate special days here.
Address: 150 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9BR
4. Lanka
Lanka focuses on French pastries and Ceylon tea, but others say it is a fusion of British, French, Japanese and Sri Lankan. At this amazing shop, refreshments come in two categories: traditional European-style treats like pies and cheesecakes, and Japanese-inspired ones like matcha cakes and sesame cakes.
Alternative flavors can create a world surrounded by British style, I believe it is worth trying.
Address: 9 Goldhurst Terrace, South Hampstead, London NW6 3HX
5. Richmond Tea Rooms
This is an Alice-themed tea room in Manchester. Opening the door is like walking into a fairy tale forest. On the right side of the entrance, there is a small room with glass and light, and there is a glass table that can allow seven or eight people to have a party.
Under the decoration of some seasonal flowers and plants, the glass room is like a greenhouse garden, which is pleasing to the eye. In addition, at the back of the interior is the emerald green tent full of Middle Eastern flavor and the red fabric row sofa. As soon as you sit down, you can see the delicate lotus candle holders placed on each table by the store.
On a sunny afternoon, a group of friends sat in a teahouse like a fairy tale and tasted afternoon tea, which was very pleasant.
Address: 46 Sackville Street, Manchester M1 3WF
6. Prêt-à-Portea
Prêt-à-Portea has to be one of the most stylish afternoon teas in the world! In Berkeley, a high-end hotel in London, afternoon tea is so beautiful that it is like a "furnishing", and it is a pity to think about the entrance! Of course, the price of such a beautiful afternoon tea is not cheap, but if you want to pursue a high-end afternoon tea dining experience and a special afternoon tea, you must not miss it here.
Address: The Berkeley, Wilton Place, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, London SW1X 7RL
