Award Winning Afternoon Tea in Suffolk

In total, there are 10 award winning restaurants serving afternoon tea in Suffolk, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants listed that serve afternoon tea in Suffolk? 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 Suffolk is also likely to provide some of the best afternoon tea in Suffolk! 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 Suffolk is Squires Restaurant at the Bedford Lodge Hotel in Newmarket (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Sean Melville serves up award winning British, Mediterranean Cuisine. Squires Restaurant at the Bedford Lodge 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 Suffolk 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 10 listed AA Rosette restaurants serving afternoon tea in Suffolk consisting of 9 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 restaurant holding 1 AA Rosette.

Suffolk, with its picturesque countryside and charming coastal towns, is a delightful destination for afternoon tea enthusiasts. The blend of historic market towns, serene rural landscapes, and a coastline dotted with quaint villages makes this area perfect for unwinding with a pot of freshly brewed tea and a selection of finger sandwiches and pastries. One of the most celebrated spots for afternoon tea in the region is The Swan Hotel in Lavenham. This stunning medieval building offers a refined yet cosy atmosphere, where guests can enjoy a classic tea service with locally sourced ingredients, freshly baked scones, and indulgent cakes. The setting of this historic hotel, with its timber-framed building and roaring fireplaces, adds to the charm of a perfect day of tea indulgence. Not far away, situated along the Suffolk coast, The Brudenell Hotel in Aldeburgh is another charming venue for afternoon tea, offering stunning sea views while guests sip Earl Grey or English Breakfast blend. Aldeburgh's reputation for fresh local food extends to its tea offerings, where you can often savour seasonal delicacies and expertly crafted treats. For those exploring the town of Woodbridge, a visit to The Cake Shop Bakery cannot be missed. This award-winning bakery offers scrumptious bakes and light bites, which, together with their tea options, make for a delightful way to spend an afternoon in this vibrant market town. Whether nestled in the serene inland countryside or just steps from the refreshing seaside, Suffolk offers an abundance of charming spots for afternoon tea aficionados to explore, making each tea-sipping moment just that little bit more special.