Afternoon Tea
It is said that Anna Russell, 7th Duchess of Bedford, invented Afternoon Tea in 1840. This was to satisfy her peckishness during the long wait between lunch and dinner. Join us in continuing this ritual – with a twist of Claridge’s creativity – with our legendary traditional Afternoon Tea in The Foyer & Reading Room.
Prepared and served fresh each day, our menu faithfully follows the traditional combination of sweet and savoury. The ingredients include British specialities such as poached Scottish salmon – and our pastries change to reflect the fruits of the season. Of course, at the heart of the experience is the drink itself. From a rich Oolong to the refreshingly complex Claridge’s Blend, you will find teas that complement your food perfectly.
Sample menus
Reservations
Opening Hours
Afternoon Tea is served daily between 2.45 - 5.30pm
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Traditional afternoon tea
Savour a variety of finger sandwiches, patisserie and warm scones accompanied by Claridge's Jam and Cornish clotted cream - £95 per person.
Traditional afternoon tea
Champagne afternoon tea
Raise a toast to tradition. A chilled glass of Laurent-Perrier Brut or Rosé gives your afternoon that extra sparkle - from £100 per person.
Champagne afternoon tea
Children's afternoon tea
Sandwiches and pastries are specially made for younger guests. The menu also doubles as a colouring book - £45 per person.
Children's afternoon tea
Bring Afternoon Tea home
Afternoon tea at Claridge’s is a daily ritual, so why not practise it in your own home? Capture the romance and style of The Foyer and Reading Room and this legendary tradition with our Afternoon Tea set for two, deorated with the Claridge's iconic jade and white chevrons and made from the finest Bernardaud china.
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Give someone special a gift voucher to experience afternoon tea at Claridge’s, and share in the delight of a truly memorable traditional afternoon tea experience.
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The Painter's Room
Discover a contemporary take on art deco detailing, where bespoke cocktails and fine vintages capture the spirit of Claridge’s.
The Painter's Room
The Foyer & Reading Room
A celebration of Claridge’s art deco style. Take a seat for breakfast, lunch, dinner – or our world-famous afternoon tea.
The Foyer & Reading Room
L'Epicerie
Set within Claridge’s hallowed kitchens, this beautiful space has been designed to seat 14 guests and offers front row seats to the culinary theatre of the kitchen.