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14 perfect places for you to enjoy Afternoon Tea in Liverpool
4 months ago
It’s become the go-to treat when you want to get together with friends and family, have a chat and feast on some gorgeous foodie favourites – and Afternoon Tea is as popular as ever.
Who doesn’t love a tower of tasty sandwiches and savouries, topped by scones with jam and cream and crowned with cakes?
There are lots of hotels and restaurants serving the most amazing Afternoon Teas across the city, and here are some of the best…
Municipal Hotel Liverpool
The Municipal Hotel Liverpool, based on Dale Street, has a whole lot to offer guests, including Afternoon Tea in its stunning Botanic Team Room.
The Afternoon Tea features a mixture of sweet and savoury British specialties, including a selection of fresh homemade pastries, cakes and sandwiches that regularly change to reflect the seasons.
Afternoon Tea runs from 12-6pm, with last bookings at 5pm, with prices starting from ÂŁ33 per person midweek.
More info here.
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at the award-winning Titanic Hotel Liverpool.
Located on Stanley Dock and providing breathtaking views overlooking the water, enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches, sweet treats and freshly-baked scones with cream and jam paired with a glass of Prosecco for ÂŁ35 per person.
Those who are vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free can also take their pick from a dedicated menu suited to their dietary requirements.
More info here.
Hilton Liverpool City Centre
You can enjoy a quintessentially British Afternoon Tea from 1-4pm (Mon-Sun) in the Cinema Supper Club restaurant at the Hilton. The menu includes a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of mini cakes and desserts. Silent black and white movies play in the background, while you sip traditional English breakfast tea.
More info here.
Panoramic34
Treat yourself not just to delicious food and drinks, but stunning views of the Mersey and city skyline with Panoramic’s Afternoon Tea, based in the restaurant’s Cocktail Lounge.
On the menu you’ll find a selection of luxury sandwiches, as well as sweet treats like the Dark Cherry Cheese Cake and the Lime & Mascarpone Choux Bun.
Also, if you’re with the kids, they can enjoy too, with a special Children’s Afternoon Tea option.
More info here.
Oh Me Oh My
Oh Me Oh My is open every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 12pm – 3pm for Afternoon Tea. Here you can enjoy petit fours, finger sandwiches and treats all while taking in views of the city. The menu changes seasonally though so keep your eye on the Oh Me Oh My website to find the most current.
Occasionally, it opens on weekend dates for ‘Secret Sessions’ too and you can find out when these are by checking out its events calendar.
Vegetarian and vegan options are available and booking is necessary.
More info here.
Art School Cellars
The Art School is one of Liverpool’s most popular fine dining spots, but nestled below the restaurant is the Art School Cellars, with Afternoon Tea being one of its key offerings.
There are three levels of Afternoon Tea – Standard, Prosecco and Champagne and the sandwiches and sweets are created in the same kitchen the restaurant uses.
More info here.
Cuthbert’s Bakehouse
Baking since 2009, Cuthbert’s on Mount Pleasant has achieved quite the reputation for its Afternoon Tea, specifically its ‘New Yorker Afternoon Tea’.
The menu features Chicken Caesar Brioches, Reuben Sandwiches, Vanilla Bean Scones, New York Cheesecake and more. The team cover all bases too – you can order a veggie, vegan, gluten free and even a children’s version!
And if you want the New Yorker Afternoon Tea but don’t fancy the leaving the house, you can get it delivered too.
More info here.
Browns
This Liverpool ONE-based restaurant serves Afternoon Tea every day, 3-5pm.
On the menu you’ll find raspberry marble birthday cake, savouries, warm scones with seasonal jams, and puddings. Then for drink options you can go for a Good Earth tea, glass of champagne or a cocktail.
More info here.
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Liverpool
It’s not just all about steak at this place, it serves up a delicious Afternoon Tea too. Available Monday – Friday, 12-4 and over the weekend, 1-4, the menu has all the favourites, like freshly baked sultana scones with clotted cream, TeaPigs tea, sandwiches and more.
And if you really want to jazz your experience up, you can add a glass of Laurent-Perrier to enjoy.
More info here.
Revolucion de Cuba
Putting a Caribbean twist on the English classic, visit Revolucion de Cuba at Royal Albert Dock for a Cuban-inspired Afternoon Tea.
Say goodbye to finger sandwiches and hello to chicken skewers, Beef Picadillo Empanadas and flavoursome patatas bravas, plus more for ÂŁ17.50 per person. Diners can also take their pick from an accompanying glass of Prosecco or a lip-smacking Happy Hour cocktail for just ÂŁ5pp.
More info here.
Revolution
Visit Royal Albert Dock’s cocktail experts, Revolution, for a booze-infused version of Britain’s tastiest tradition.
Tuck into cheeseburger sliders, Jalapeño Poppers and cheesy bacon fries before an indulgent trio of desserts, with vegetarian and vegan options also available.
Served with two Rev flavour shots of choice, diners can also choose between a cocktail or a glass of Prosecco for ÂŁ17.50pp.
More info here.
360 Sky Bar at Gino’s Old Hall Street
Fancy enjoying Afternoon Tea while taking in breathtaking views of the city? Then you need to head over to 360 Sky Bar at Gino D’Acampo on Old Hall Street.
With a deli selection including bruschetta and gourmet sandwiches, freshly baked buttermilk scones served with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream followed by sweet treats such as chocolate cake with Ferrero Rocher this is an elegant afternoon tea that you will never forget.
More info here.
The London Carriage Works at Hope Street Hotel
At one of Liverpool’s finest hotels you will find The London Carriage Works. Here for Afternoon Tea you’ll enjoy freshly baked cakes and delicacies with finger sandwiches, a warm scone, fresh berries, clotted cream and preserves, served with your choice of loose leaf tea.
Or make it extra special and upgrade to a glass of fizz.
More info here.
The Floating Grace
Enjoy your Afternoon Tea like nowhere else in the city, by sailing along the waters of Royal Albert Dock aboard The Floating Grace.
Afternoon Tea includes a three tier cake stand with assorted sandwiches, mini cakes and two fresh scones with clotted cream and jam accompanied by a pot of English breakfast tea.
You also get a a scenic tour of the historic docks and Liverpool Marina so you can immerse yourself in the city’s maritime heritage.
More info here.