Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Dumfries and Galloway

In total, there are 3 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Dumfries and Galloway, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Dumfries and Galloway? 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 Dumfries and Galloway is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Dumfries and Galloway! 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 Dumfries and Galloway is Knockinaam Lodge in Portpatrick (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Anthony Pierce serves up award winning Modern Scottish Cuisine. Knockinaam Lodge currently holds 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 Dumfries and Galloway and indeed no restaurants serving afternoon tea at all in this location listed in the Michelin Guide; perhaps the Michelin inspectors will visit soon!

There are currently 3 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Dumfries and Galloway consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Dumfries and Galloway, tucked away in the scenic southwest corner of Scotland, is a delightful destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life, including the quintessentially British tradition of afternoon tea. The rolling countryside, peaceful coastline, and charming small towns provide the perfect backdrop for leisurely afternoon tea experiences. Whether you're looking for classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, or inventive patisserie creations, the region has something for every tea enthusiast. One of the must-visit venues for afternoon tea in Dumfries and Galloway is the Hetland Hall Hotel, near Dumfries itself. The elegant setting of this country house makes it ideal for a refined afternoon tea experience, complete with tiered stands filled with savoury and sweet delights. For those venturing closer to the charming market town of Castle Douglas, a visit to Threave Garden and Estate shouldn't be missed. Alongside its impressive gardens, their cafe offers a wonderful afternoon tea amidst scenic greenery. More off the beaten path, at Drumlanrig Castle near Thornhill, you can enjoy a traditional tea in a truly historic setting, pairing the grandeur of the castle with a relaxing afternoon treat. These venues make exploring Dumfries and Galloway an absolute joy for tea lovers.