Classic Fortnum and Mason Afternoon Tea

Attraction Information

The best place to sample traditional afternoon tea must be St. James’s Restaurant. This world-renowned restaurant has an elegant and relaxed atmosphere offering traditional afternoon tea. You can choose from an array of teas, luxury and traditional sandwiches, pastries and not forgetting, a selection of scones with clotted cream and preserves.
Please note: The St James' Restaurant is closed for refurbishment until March 2012

Opening Times:
The restaurant is open between 2:00pm and 5:00pm. All afternoon tea reservations are booked for 4:O0pm.

Nearest Underground: Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo and Piccadilly Lines)

Classic Fortnum and Mason Afternoon Tea Map

Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea at Fortnum and Mason in London

Interesting Facts

• Afternoon tea has been served in the stylish restaurants of this chic London store for nearly 300 years
• The Duchess of Bedford thought up the idea of afternoon tea to help get through the time between breakfast and dinner
• High tea and afternoon tea are largely the same meal, high tea is traditionally taken at 5:00pm, is fairly substantial and eaten at a dining table. Afternoon tea is traditionally eaten at 4:00pm, at a tea table and is more of a delicate snack than a meal