Best Afternoon Tea in Chester

Considering an Afternoon Tea in Chester but unsure which establishments offer afternoon tea and which are the best places to go.

We have compiled a list of the best afternoon tea Chester can provide, so if you are looking for the perfect afternoon tea with friends, a romantic valentines afternoon tea, a mothers day afternoon tea treat for your mum, a fathers day treat for your dad or just a special treat for yourself, check out:

12 Afternoon Teas Chester Has To Offer

afternoon tea chester - Grosvenor hotel

The Chester Grosvenor Hotel

Eastgate, Chester, CH1 1LT

The Chester Grosvenor have been serving afternoon since 1882, and have one of the most popular offerings around. Over the years they have added to their traditional afternoon tea menu with ‘Indulgent Champagne’ and ‘Gentlemen’s’ afternoon tea including sandwiches on freshly baked bread, scones with jam and French pastries.

Afternoon Tea £33.50 or with Champagne £47.50

Served Tuesday to Sunday 12.30-4.30pm

afternoon tea Chester - Oddfellows Chester

Oddfellows Chester

20 Lower Bridge Street, Chester, CH1 1RS

The glamorously eccentric restaurant and boutique hotel bring their own take on the afternoon tea.

Fans of Alice in Wonderland will love Looking Glass Restaurant and the Mad Hatter’s Team Room. With quirky interiors and a huge helping of humour and fun.

You’ll get freshly prepared finger sandwiches using flavours of the season. Scones, jam, clotted cream and a selection of treats, inspired cakes and tarts. Plus tea or coffee. A mini version of our afternoon tea is available for children to enjoy along with a soft drink.

Priced from £18.50 per person

See website for opening times

afternoon tea Chester - Brasserie Abode

Brasserie ABode

ABode Chester, Grosvenor Road, Chester, CH1 2DJ

Afternoon Tea at the ABode Chester is served in the stylish brasserie on the fifth floor of the city centre hotel. Their afternoon tea includes a selection of scones, clotted cream, strawberry jam, savouries, sandwiches and pastries and is served with a choice of teas or coffees. 

Priced at £19.00 with Champagne: £26.00

See website for opening times

afternoon tea chester - Zugers of Chester

Zugers of Chester

2 St John Street, Chester, CH1 1DA

This popular Swiss Tea Room close to the Roman Ampitheatre is a family run restaurant that aims to produce dishes with as much local and farm produce as possible. The afternoon tea is served all day and comes with handmade Swiss chocolate and a cake.

Visit their Facebook page for prices and opening times

afternoon tea chester - davenports tea rooms

Davenports Tea Rooms

Bridge Farm, Warrington Road, Northwich, CW8 4QU

Step into the curious world of Alice in Wonderland. Davenports private dining room is adorned with upside down Alice in Wonderland themed display on the ceiling. The Afternoon Tea is a multi-award winning, and the popular Mad Hatter’s Tea Parties are a speciality.  Enjoy delicious home and locally made Alice in Wonderland inspired cakes,delicate sandwiches and a selection of  homemade delicious cakes and scones.

See website for prices

Served daily from 12 noon – 3.00pm

afternoon tea chester - hallmark hotel chester

Hallmark Hotel Chester The Waiting Room Bar

City Road, Chester, CH1 3AH

Wherever you go in the Queen Hotel, Chester, you will find wonderful areas to relax and unwind. Enjoy afternoon tea in the magnificently restored Waiting Room Bar and Lounge. Sink into one of the comfy chairs as you indulge in finger sandwiches, homemade scones and of course, a glass of fizz.

See website for prices and opening times

afternoon tea chester - palm court at the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa

Palm Court at the Grosvenor Pulford Hotel and Spa

Wrexham Road, Pulford, Chester, CH4 9DG

Enjoy a freshly-prepared selection of finely-cut sandwiches, handmade scones with Cornish clotted cream and preserves, followed by a delicious array of pastries and teacakes. Afternoon tea at Palm Court is a unique and unmatched experience in Chester. Advanced booking is recommended.

From £21.95 per person

Served Monday to Friday 12 noon – 5.00pm; Saturday 12 noon -4.00pm.

Afternoon Tea Chester - the Fishpool Inn

The Fishpool Inn

Fishpool Rd, Northwich CW8 2HP

You can look forward to a selection of delicious sandwiches, scones and sweet treats at the inn in Delamere, Cheshire. The tea is brought to you from ‘Tea From The Manor’, the finest full leaf teas from the best tea gardens around the world.

Priced from £16.50 per person

Served Monday to Friday 2.30-5.30pm

afternoon tea Chester - 1539 Restaurant

Restaurant 1539

The Racecourse, Nuns Road, Chester CH1 2LY

Indulge in a delicious afternoon tea at 1539 Restaurant, Chester Racecourse’s statement on course eatery. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Roodee, the setting to the oldest racecourse in the world.

There’s a traditional offering of sandwiches and freshly baked scones, alongside homemade cakes such as chocolate and raspberry gateaux, with a selection of teas or coffee.

Priced from £24.50 per person

Served Thursday to Saturday from 1.00-3.00pm

afternoon tea chester - Crowne Plaza Chester

Crowne Plaza Chester

Trinity Street, Chester, CH1 2BD

Indulge in the finest British tradition of a classic afternoon tea at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and a mouth-watering range of cakes.

From £17.95 per person

Served daily 2.00-5.00pm

afternoon tea chester - Vale Royal Abbey

Vale Royal Abbey

Vale Royal Abbey, Vale Royal Drive, Northwich CW8 2BA

Soak up the atmosphere and treat yourself to a glass of refreshing fizz. Enjoy a delicious selection of delicate finger sandwiches with classic fillings, freshly baked scones with preserves and clotted cream and homemade cakes at this beautiful English Heritage site.

Priced from £18.95 per person or upgrade to a Prosecco afternoon tea for just £24.95 per person

48 hours notice is required for afternoon tea.

afternoon tea Chester - The Vicarage

The Vicarage

Knutsford Road, Cheshire, Crewe CW4 8EF

Enjoy their classic Flat Cap Afternoon Tea with freshly made sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and jam and an assortment of cakes all washed down with tea or coffee or a glass of something sparkly.

From £19.50 per person (pre-order required)

Served Monday to Saturday 12 noon – 5.00pm

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