Afternoon Tea at The Ritz
One of the Most Iconic Experiences in the World
Indulge in a slice of the finest British tea tradition and a champagne celebration with our Afternoon Tea experiences at The Ritz London.
Whilst dining at The Ritz, savour a selection of finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry preserve, and a mouth-watering range of exquisitely presented pastries and teacakes, replenished on request.
As well as 18 different types of loose-leaf tea to choose from, why not sip a glass of Champagne to add some extra sparkle to the occasion.
This most charming English Afternoon Tea in Mayfair is served in the spectacular surroundings of The Palm Court.
The Ritz London is the only hotel in the UK to have a certified Tea Master, Giandomenico Scanu, who travels around the world to various tea plantations to source our wonderful teas.
Why not try our exclusive Ritz Royal Blend Tea? This is only available at The Ritz.
Children’s Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz is a timeless experience for families to enjoy together. Our Children’s Afternoon Tea menu features the same quintessentially English finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries as our traditional menu, perfectly portioned for dainty fingers. Our Tea Master has chosen the perfect specially blended decaffeinated tea, so those little ones can partake in the same ritual as their parents. This famously British Afternoon Tea experience is sure to be the start of a new family tradition for decades to come.
Kindly note our Afternoon Tea dress code does not apply to children under the age of 16.
Music to match the occasion
The elegant ambiance is complemented by a musical ensemble from our resident pianist – the final ingredient to ensure your Afternoon Tea at The Ritz is, quite simply, unforgettable.
Afternoon Tea Sittings
Monday to Sunday: 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm
Afternoon Tea prices start from £72 for adults and £50 for children. From 1st January 2024, prices will start from £75 for adults and £53 for children.
Menus & More
- Afternoon Tea Menu
- Entertainment
- Dress Code
- Sittings
Entertainment
AFTERNOON TEA
Monday – Friday:
11:30 – 19:00: Pianist
19:30 – 21:00: Piano, Cello, Violin Trio
Saturday – Sunday:
11:30 – 19:00: Harpist
19:30 – 21:00: Pianist
THE RITZ RESTAURANT
Monday – Thursday Dinner:
18:30 – 20:45: Pianist
20:45 – 22:00: Soprano, Miranda Heldt and Pianist
22:00 – 23:00: Pianist
Friday – Saturday Live at The Ritz Dinner:
19:30 – 20:00: Pianist
20:00 – 21:30: The London Dance Orchestra Trio
21:30 – 21:50: Majella Presents, Dance Act and The London Dance Orchestra Full Band
21:50 – 00:00: The London Dance Orchestra Full Band
£50 entertainment fee per person applies. Breaks covered by Pianist.
Saturday and Sunday Lunch:
12:30 – 16:00: Pianist
Sunday Dinner:
19:30- 22:20: Pianist
Please kindly note that entertainment and timings are subject to change.
DRESS CODE
The Ritz London has a dress code in different areas of the hotel as follows: Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie (jeans and sportswear are not permitted for either ladies or gentlemen) for afternoon tea in The Palm Court, and for lunch and dinner in The Ritz Restaurant and The Ritz Room. In all other areas of the hotel (The Ritz Restaurant breakfast service, The Rivoli Bar, The Long Gallery, Terrace and the Cigar Lounge), smart casual attire is required. Please note that shorts, ripped jeans, trainers and sportswear are not permitted in any of the hotel’s restaurants or bars.
SITTINGS
Afternoon Tea is served daily at 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm, and 7.30pm.
- Menus & More
- Afternoon Tea Menu
- Entertainment
- Dress Code
- Sittings
×Entertainment
AFTERNOON TEA
Monday – Friday:
11:30 – 19:00: Pianist
19:30 – 21:00: Piano, Cello, Violin Trio
Saturday – Sunday:
11:30 – 19:00: Harpist
19:30 – 21:00: Pianist
THE RITZ RESTAURANT
Monday – Thursday Dinner:
18:30 – 20:45: Pianist
20:45 – 22:00: Soprano, Miranda Heldt and Pianist
22:00 – 23:00: Pianist
Friday – Saturday Live at The Ritz Dinner:
19:30 – 20:00: Pianist
20:00 – 21:30: The London Dance Orchestra Trio
21:30 – 21:50: Majella Presents, Dance Act and The London Dance Orchestra Full Band
21:50 – 00:00: The London Dance Orchestra Full Band
£50 entertainment fee per person applies. Breaks covered by Pianist.
Saturday and Sunday Lunch:
12:30 – 16:00: Pianist
Sunday Dinner:
19:30- 22:20: Pianist
Please kindly note that entertainment and timings are subject to change.
×DRESS CODE
The Ritz London has a dress code in different areas of the hotel as follows: Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie (jeans and sportswear are not permitted for either ladies or gentlemen) for afternoon tea in The Palm Court, and for lunch and dinner in The Ritz Restaurant and The Ritz Room. In all other areas of the hotel (The Ritz Restaurant breakfast service, The Rivoli Bar, The Long Gallery, Terrace and the Cigar Lounge), smart casual attire is required. Please note that shorts, ripped jeans, trainers and sportswear are not permitted in any of the hotel’s restaurants or bars.
×SITTINGS
Afternoon Tea is served daily at 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm, and 7.30pm.
Indulge in a slice of the finest British tea tradition and a champagne celebration with our Afternoon Tea experiences at The Ritz London.
Whilst dining at The Ritz, savour a selection of finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry preserve, and a mouth-watering range of exquisitely presented pastries and teacakes, replenished on request.
As well as 18 different types of loose-leaf tea to choose from, why not sip a glass of Champagne to add some extra sparkle to the occasion.
This most charming English Afternoon Tea in Mayfair is served in the spectacular surroundings of The Palm Court.
The Ritz London is the only hotel in the UK to have a certified Tea Master, Giandomenico Scanu, who travels around the world to various tea plantations to source our wonderful teas.
Why not try our exclusive Ritz Royal Blend Tea? This is only available at The Ritz.
Children’s Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz is a timeless experience for families to enjoy together. Our Children’s Afternoon Tea menu features the same quintessentially English finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries as our traditional menu, perfectly portioned for dainty fingers. Our Tea Master has chosen the perfect specially blended decaffeinated tea, so those little ones can partake in the same ritual as their parents. This famously British Afternoon Tea experience is sure to be the start of a new family tradition for decades to come.
Kindly note our Afternoon Tea dress code does not apply to children under the age of 16.
Music to match the occasion
The elegant ambiance is complemented by a musical ensemble from our resident pianist – the final ingredient to ensure your Afternoon Tea at The Ritz is, quite simply, unforgettable.
Afternoon Tea Sittings
Monday to Sunday: 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm
Afternoon Tea prices start from £72 for adults and £50 for children. From 1st January 2024, prices will start from £75 for adults and £53 for children.