Award Winning Afternoon Tea in South Ayrshire

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in South Ayrshire? 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 South Ayrshire is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in South Ayrshire! 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 South Ayrshire is Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Peter Howarth serves up award winning Modern Scottish Cuisine. Glenapp Castle 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 South Ayrshire 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 South Ayrshire consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes.

South Ayrshire, nestled in the scenic southwest of Scotland, offers not only stunning landscapes and coastal views but an exceptional array of places to indulge in one of Britain's finest traditions – afternoon tea. For those who delight in the refinement of fresh scones, fragrant teas, and carefully crafted finger sandwiches, this beautiful region does not disappoint. Ayrshire, being a place of historical significance and tranquillity, offers the perfect backdrop to enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea. One such standout location is the Brig o'Doon House Hotel in Alloway. Known for its idyllic riverside setting and gardens, this venue charms visitors with its elegant afternoon tea service, featuring a delectable selection of handmade sweets, savouries, and freshly brewed tea of the highest quality. Their attention to detail and fresh ingredients make this a beloved venue for a quintessentially British treat. Another notable experience can be found at Trump Turnberry, an iconic resort along the Ayrshire coast. Afternoon tea here is served in the luxurious setting of The Grand Tea Lounge, with panoramic views of the Ailsa Craig and the Irish Sea to accompany the elegantly prepared tier of offerings. Whether you lean towards traditional petite pastries or are more of a savoury enthusiast, you will find the menu at Turnberry a sophisticated mix of classic and contemporary, providing the finest of Scottish hospitality with an extra touch of grandeur. South Ayrshire is quite the destination for tea lovers eager to sample some of the best afternoon tea the UK has to offer – all in a serene coastal and rural environment.