Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

In total, there are 2 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan? Remember, at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; that's less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland. The proportion of those restaurants that offer afternoon tea will be even lower than this.

Leading restaurant guides issue awards to restaurants based on dining from a full menu and will not normally consider afternoon tea when deciding how highly to rate a restaurant. Therefore the above restaurants are not ranked, although it's a safe bet that any restaurant serving award winning food in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan! Please also note that for the restaurants listed above, afternoon tea may be offered within the parent hotel/venue the restaurant resides in, rather than in the restaurant itself.

The best restaurant serving afternoon tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan is The Sorting Room at The Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Sorting Room at The Parkgate Hotel currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 2 AA Rosettes. Please note that afternoon tea may not be provided by the same restaurant team and may be served in a different dining area if this restaurant resides in a hotel or larger parent venue.

There are currently no restaurants serving afternoon tea that hold a Michelin Star in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 2 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan consisting of 2 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes.

The Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan area offers a charming array of afternoon tea venues, making it a wonderful destination for those who relish the finest of British traditions. Cardiff, as the capital of Wales, benefits from a diverse and delightful selection of places to enjoy this quintessentially British pastime. A highlight is The Park House, a stunning venue in a Grade I listed building, where you can savour a traditional afternoon tea whilst admiring the ornate architectural details of this Gothic revival masterpiece. Another key spot is Pettigrew Tea Rooms, nestled at the entrance of Bute Park. The tearooms are renowned for their homemade cakes and scones, served amidst the relaxed and picturesque surroundings by the River Taff. Their beautifully presented afternoon tea, complete with local Welsh ingredients, offers a true taste of the region. Journey a little beyond the bustling streets of Cardiff into the Vale of Glamorgan, and you will discover even more hidden gems. The Holm House Hotel in Penarth, located in an elegant clifftop setting overlooking the Bristol Channel, is an exquisite choice. Here, afternoon tea becomes an event in itself, with freshly baked treats and an emphasis on local produce. A visit to Llanerch Vineyard, a short drive from Cardiff, also provides the opportunity to combine the indulgence of a sweet tea service with the scenic beauty of a rural vineyard. Their elegant selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, buttery cakes, and fine tea can be perfectly complemented by a glass of locally produced wine for those wishing to add a special twist to the tradition. These refined settings, amidst the natural beauty of South Wales, ensure an afternoon tea experience that is both relaxing and indulgent.