The Ritz, London
| 150 Piccadilly Circus +44 (0) 20 7493 8181 |
| Palm Court |
The Ritz in London is probably the most sought after afternoon tea in the world.
How many people can actually say that they had tea here?
The Ritz was built like a French chateau in the Piccadilly area, only yards away
from Buckingham Palace. The interior is a Louis XVI-style. In fact, you can feel
its elegance the moment you step into the lobby.
The site tends to be quite intimidating considering the fact that one must dress
properly when inside. In other words, no t-shirts or denim is allowed. The Palm
Court, where tea is serve, is adorned with ionic columns, chandeliers, and gold
inlaid walls and ceilings -- much
like a fairy tale setting.
The men serving tea all wear
traditional tailcoats. I was very
impressed by how the waitstaffs
remembered my visit to the
hotel the year before. In addit-
ion, the pianist played a native
piece, dedicated to me! I felt
like an important person. The
brewed tea and hot water were
served in a heavy silver tea set.
Finely cut tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, fruit jam and clotted cream and
varieties of delicate pastries followed the tea. You're bound to have a memorable
tea experience when coming to the Ritz in London. Since tea is extraordinarly
famous here, make a reservation six to eight weeks in advance. Tea is served
from 3:30 pm. Afterwards, don't forget to take a walk to Forthum and Mason,
which is located next door.
How many people can actually say that they had tea here?
The Ritz was built like a French chateau in the Piccadilly area, only yards away
from Buckingham Palace. The interior is a Louis XVI-style. In fact, you can feel
its elegance the moment you step into the lobby.
The site tends to be quite intimidating considering the fact that one must dress
properly when inside. In other words, no t-shirts or denim is allowed. The Palm
Court, where tea is serve, is adorned with ionic columns, chandeliers, and gold
inlaid walls and ceilings -- much
like a fairy tale setting.
The men serving tea all wear
traditional tailcoats. I was very
impressed by how the waitstaffs
remembered my visit to the
hotel the year before. In addit-
ion, the pianist played a native
piece, dedicated to me! I felt
like an important person. The
brewed tea and hot water were
served in a heavy silver tea set.
Finely cut tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, fruit jam and clotted cream and
varieties of delicate pastries followed the tea. You're bound to have a memorable
tea experience when coming to the Ritz in London. Since tea is extraordinarly
famous here, make a reservation six to eight weeks in advance. Tea is served
from 3:30 pm. Afterwards, don't forget to take a walk to Forthum and Mason,
which is located next door.
