Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Reading

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Reading? 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 Reading is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Reading! 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 Reading is The Reading Room at The Roseate Reading Hotel (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning European Cuisine. The Reading Room at The Roseate Reading Hotel currently holds 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 Reading 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 Reading consisting of 2 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 restaurant holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled in the heart of Berkshire, Reading offers a delightful escape for afternoon tea enthusiasts. The town is a wonderful blend of modernity and historical charm, making it a perfect setting to indulge in this quintessentially British pastime. A short distance from Reading's bustling high street, you'll find The Roseate Reading, an elegant boutique hotel situated in a beautifully restored 19th-century building. Their afternoon tea features a selection of freshly baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches, and expertly crafted pastries, all served in the sophisticated surroundings of the Reading Room Restaurant. It is truly a lavish treat for the senses, complemented by a carefully curated range of fine teas. For those seeking a more traditional venue for afternoon tea, the nearby Forbury Hotel offers a tranquil atmosphere with views over Forbury Gardens. Their menu regularly changes to incorporate seasonal flavours, and the impeccable presentation is certain to enhance your experience. Whether you are seeking a classic afternoon tea or a sparkling variation with Champagne, Reading has plenty of options to satisfy your cravings. The leafy surroundings and charming riverside walks make it a wonderful place to linger after your tea, perfect for a leisurely afternoon out.