Experience the magic of afternoon tea in Covent Garden, where classic British tradition meets the vibrant heart of London!
Whether you’re looking for a luxurious hotel setting, a charming vintage tearoom, or a quirky themed experience, Covent Garden offers some of the best afternoon tea spots in the city.
Indulge in a beautifully arranged tiered selection of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream, and an assortment of exquisite cakes and pastries, all paired with a pot of premium tea—or even a glass of bubbly for extra indulgence!
Popular venues like The Ivy Market Grill and Ladurée provide stunning settings, from elegant dining rooms to cozy garden-inspired retreats.
Perfect for special occasions, a pre-theatre treat, or simply a stylish afternoon out, afternoon tea in Covent Garden is an experience worth savoring. So, sip, snack, and soak up the charm of this iconic London destination!
Best Afternoon Tea Covent Garden Has To Offer
Cinnamon Bazaar
28 Maiden Ln, London WC2E 7JS
The bespoke menu at Cinnamon Bazaar in Covent Garden brings traditional tea-time spread and is inspired by Vivek’s roots in Kolkata in West Bengal.
Marrying the flavours of East India with British favourites, dine on savoury snacks like mustard fish finger sandwich or sweet treats such as saffron macaroon or coriander pistachio cake.
A selection of Indian spiced teas make the perfect finishing touch.
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Brigit’s Bakery London
6-7 Chandos Pl, London WC2N 4HU
Amidst the hustle and bustle of busy Covent Garden is Brigit’s Bakery Covent Garden. Relax with a coffee and cupcake before you hit the shops or stop for afternoon tea.
Brigit’s Bakery London specialises in Afternoon Tea with a French Twist – L’Afternoon Tea.
Enjoy afternoon tea either at the luxury bakery in Covent Garden or on the move on one of their afternoon tea bus tours.
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Strand Palace
372 Strand, London WC2R 0JJ
The Afternoon Tea Room, at Haxells in the Strand Palace Hotel, serves delicate bites accompanied by an assortment of loose leaf tea throughout the day.
Enjoy Benjamin Pollock’s Toyshop Theatre Afternoon Tea at Strand Palace.
Full of toys, goodies and sweet treats, it’s the perfect afternoon in the heart of London.
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Brasserie Max – Covent Garden Hotel
10 Monmouth St, London WC2H 9LF
Covent Garden Hotel is situated in the heart of the theatre district and is just a short walk to the Royal Opera House, Soho and within easy reach of the city’s business centre.
It is surrounded by some of London’s best restaurants and bars. Brasserie Max is always a hive of activity with a menu based around fresh, seasonal produce.
Their afternoon tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, sweet treats such as lemon tart and pistachio macarons, scones with clotted cream and preserves as well as coffee, hot chocolate or tea.
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Browns Restaurant
82-84 St Martin’s Ln, Greater, London WC2N 4AG
Enjoy an utterly indulgent traditional afternoon tea at Browns Covent Garden.
Treat yourself to a delectable assortment of savouries, warm scones with seasonal jams, and irresistible mini cakes and puddings.
Enjoy with a selection of Good Earth teas, a chilled glass of Champagne, a boutique G&T or an Aperol Spritz.
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Ladurėe
1 The Mkt, London WC2E 8RA
Ladurée is set in Covent Garden market and offers the ideal location to relax and enjoy all-day dining.
From a peaceful breakfast to lunch, dinner and drinks after work they offer menus to fit all occasions.
Classic menu items include the Ladurée signature Vol-au-vent, French toast and the club Ladurée sandwich.
Menus also include vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options along with a children’s menu.
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The Ivy Market Grill
1a Henrietta St, London WC2E 8PS
Set in the heart of Covent Garden, The Ivy Market Grill offers you a terraced restaurant experience, as well as two stunning rooms for private dining.
The Pygmalion and The Galatea are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week. Cream teas are served daily.
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Mariage Frères
38 King St, London WC2E 8JS
The world’s most exclusive purveyor of luxury teas and France’s oldest tea house, Mariage Frères, opened its first UK tea emporium in Covent Garden.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
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One Aldwych
1 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BZ
In the heart of London’s theatreland, feast on a delicious Charlie and the Chocolate Factory inspired afternoon tea.
There are plenty of themed items on the menu like fluffy floss and a box stacked high with cakes, sweets, mallows and creams – all washed down with chocolate or lemon sherbet tea, juicing room mix or water pistol punch cocktails, or fizzy lifting Champagne.
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