Afternoon Tea Brighton – the best afternoon teas in Brighton
Where to get the very best afternoon tea in Brighton. The perfect quintessentially British treat, the best afternoon teas include homemade scones with copious amounts of jam and cream, dainty finger sandwiches or decadent savoury pastries, delicious cakes and patisserie and of course lots of tea (though coffee is also almost always on offer too for any non-tea drinkers!)
The best afternoon tea Brighton at a glance
the best Brighton afternoon tea with a view – The Grand afternoon tea
the best cute tea room Brighton afternoon tea – Stanmer Tea Rooms afternoon tea
the best vegan Brighton afternoon tea – Metrodeco afternoon tea
the best themed Brighton afternoon tea – The Ivy in the Lanes afternoon tea
the best value Brighton afternoon tea – The Claremont afternoon tea
the best boutique hotel Brighton afternoon tea – Hotel du vin afternoon tea
the best gluten free Brighton afternoon tea – Browns afternoon tea
The best places to go for afternoon tea in Brighton
1. Stanmer Tea Rooms
Best for: a whimsical afternoon tea experience in a pretty parkland setting.
Stanmer Tea Rooms is a charming tea room in Stanmer Village in Stanmer Park on the northern edge of Brighton. Situated at the foot of the South Downs National Park – and with Stanmer Park offering woodland walks and extensive open land – it’s a lovely spot to go for a country walk and then treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea.
What’s on the Stanmer Tea Room Afternoon Tea menu: a High Tea in Wonderland themed afternoon tea with a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam and a selection of home baked speciality cakes alongside unlimited tea or barista coffee.
Price: £19.95 per person.
Website: stanmertearooms.com
2. The Ivy in the Lanes
Best for: a magical Alice in Wonderland themed Afternoon Tea in the heart of the Brighton Lanes
Part of the Ivy Collection restaurants, The Ivy in the Lanes is a seriously stylish restaurant in Brighton city centre that makes a perfect setting for a decadent afternoon tea.
What’s on The Ivy in the Lanes Afternoon Tea menu: finger sandwiches, scones with fresh strawberries and clotted cream, cakes, macarons and a strawberry milkshake + a choice of teas, infusions & coffees. You can also upgrade you afternoon tea and add a glass of Nyetimber English sparkling wine.
Price: £29.95 per person, or £39.95 with sparkling wine
Website – theivycollection.com
3. The Claremont
Best for: a vintage themed afternoon tea in a quirky Victorian hotel
The Claremont is a cosy hotel in a Victorian villa just off the Brighton and Hove seafront. They offer sumptuous traditional afternoon teas served on vintage bone china and embroidered tablecloths.
What’s on The Claremont Afternoon Tea menu: a selection of teas and coffee, finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream & strawberry preserves and traditional cakes & macarons, + the option to add prosecco or champagne.
Price: £19.50 per person (+ £7 for prosecco, or +£9 for champagne)
Website: theclaremont.eu
4. Metrodeco
Best for: an award-winning afternoon tea, made with fresh seasonal ingredients
Metrodeco is quirky vintage inspired cafe in Brighton’s Kemptown. Metrodeco’s decadent afternoon teas include a complimentary glass of prosecco (or Nozeco for anyone preferring a non-alcoholic option) and they also offer a fully vegan afternoon tea menu. All their afternoon teas are made with the best seasonal ingredients from local market suppliers.
What’s on the Metrodeco Afternoon Tea menu: savoury filled croissants & sausage rolls, homemade scones with jam and cream, mini donuts, macarons, fresh fruits, Bird & Blend teas (or coffee if you prefer) and a complimentary glass of fizz
Price: £37 per person
Website: metro-deco.com
5. Hotel du Vin
Best for: a classic afternoon tea in an elegant boutique hotel
Hotel du Vin Brighton is nestled in the heart of the Lanes – a pebbles throw from the seafront – and blends Victorian elegance with modern sophistication. You can enjoy afternoon tea in their cosy French-styled Bistro du Vin.
What’s on the Hotel du Vin Afternoon Tea menu: finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, a selection of cakes and tarts and tea from the Bird & Blend Tea co. + the option to add champagne or cocktails.
Price: £29.95 per person (+£11.95 for champagne)
Website: hotelduvin.com
6. Browns
Best for: a traditional afternoon tea in an elegant brasserie.
The original Browns brasserie, Browns Brighton is in a prime location in Brighton’s Lanes. Browns are currently serving a special 50th anniversary afternoon tea, they also proudly offer a bespoke gluten free afternoon tea, accredited by Coeliac UK.
What’s on Brown’s Afternoon Tea menu: sandwiches & brioche rolls, scones with cream and jam, mini cakes & puddings all served with a choice of tea + the option to add a glass of Moët & Chandon champagne, a pineapple upside down cake cocktail or a lady cherry blossom cocktail.
Price: £23 per person, or £33 person with a glass of champagne or cocktail included
Website: browns-restaurants.co.uk
7. The Grand
Best for: A luxury afternoon tea by the sea
Voted Brighton’s best afternoon tea – The Grand afternoon tea includes 3 tiers of sweet & savoury delights and also offers vegan and gluten free afternoon tea menus. The Grand afternoon tea is served every day in their opulent Victoria Terrace & lounge overlooking the sea.
What’s on The Grand Brighton Afternoon Tea menu: sandwiches, sausages rolls, quiche & vol-au-vent, cherry & coconut scones, a chef’s favourites cake trolley + mini cakes & pastries and a selection of teas.
Price: £38 per person
Website: grandbrighton.co.uk
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