The Dining Room Restaurant at The Nare Hotel

We visited with friends for afternoon tea one Saturday, and the adventure began before we’d even reached the hotel — the road in is charmingly narrow, so be prepared to practice your reversing skills (think of it as a warm-up before the scones). Parking, however, was a breeze, and before we’d even stepped inside, a staff member appeared with advice on where to go — like our own personal concierge ninja. Inside, we were greeted by Josh, who couldn’t have been more welcoming if he’d tried. He guided us to our table, explained everything perfectly, and somehow managed to be attentive, friendly, and professional all at once — a rare triple threat in hospitality. The food? Excellent. The setting? Beautiful. The view? So good it almost made us forget about calories. And the price? Very reasonable — which meant we could justify an extra beer (or two). We’ll definitely be returning for another afternoon tea, partly for the ambience of this amazing hotel… but mostly for Josh and the scones.