Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Inverness and Nairn and Moray, Badenoch and Strathspey

Please note, 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 Inverness and Nairn and Moray, Badenoch and Strathspey is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Inverness and Nairn and Moray, Badenoch and Strathspey! 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.

Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, the area encompassing Inverness, Nairn, and Moray, Badenoch, and Strathspey boasts not only stunning natural beauty, but also an array of delightful venues perfect for indulging in a spot of afternoon tea. Inverness, with its picturesque riverside vistas and historic charm, provides an ideal backdrop for this quintessentially British pastime. The stunning Rocpool Reserve Hotel in Inverness is a particular highlight, offering a luxurious afternoon tea service that pairs delicate finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and a selection of fine teas with their modern yet elegant surroundings. Further into Morayshire, Brodie Countryfare, located just outside Forres, is another must-visit. Their afternoon tea not only delights with its fresh, locally sourced produce but also presents the added allure of a beautiful country store for a perfect post-tea browse. The coastal town of Nairn is another gem for those with a penchant for afternoon tea. Known for its sandy shores and Victorian charm, Nairn is home to the Golf View Hotel and Spa, which offers refined afternoon tea experiences with panoramic views of the Moray Firth. As you move deeper into the region of Badenoch and Strathspey, charming local venues such as The Craiglynne Hotel in Grantown-on-Spey combine Highland hospitality with a well-curated selection of teas, pastries, and classic Scottish touches like smoked salmon sandwiches. Whether enjoyed indoors surrounded by cosy interiors or outdoors with breathtaking Highland scenery, afternoon tea in this corner of Scotland is as memorable as the surroundings themselves.