Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Cheshire

In total, there are 8 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Cheshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Cheshire? 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 Cheshire is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Cheshire! 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 Cheshire is Arkle at The Chester Grosvenor in Chester (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Elliot Hill serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Arkle at The Chester Grosvenor currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 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 Cheshire, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 8 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Cheshire consisting of 3 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 2 AA Rosettes and 4 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Cheshire, nestled in the north-west of England, provides the perfect backdrop for afternoon tea aficionados seeking both rustic charm and sophisticated elegance. The area is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and equally delightful tearooms. One must-visit destination is the lovely city of Chester, famed for its well-preserved Roman walls, but also for its array of exquisite venues to savour afternoon tea. The Grosvenor Hotel, a historic gem in Chester, offers a delightful afternoon tea experience with its selection of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and intricately crafted pastries—all served in its opulent and timeless surroundings. Beyond Chester, the county reveals even more hidden gems. A visit to the delightful Davenports Tea Room in Northwich transports you to a world where traditional afternoon tea is served with a touch of theatrical whimsy. With its Victorian-inspired decor and bespoke service, it truly captures the spirit of indulgence. For those inclined towards a more countryside experience, Crewe Hall offers a quintessentially English afternoon tea, set within a grand Jacobean mansion. Here, guests are treated to carefully prepared finger sandwiches, clotted cream, and a mouth-watering selection of treats in a truly serene environment. If you are venturing through Cheshire, do make sure to explore these outstanding offerings.