Earthly TasteYou know afternoon tea traditionally involves lots of dairy-filled scones and meaty sandwiches, cream cakes and desserts. Well, times are a-changing and there are 100s of amazing vegan afternoon teas to experience in a city near you. Today I am focussing on London specifically because London really is leading the way.
5 Vegan Afternoon Tea Experiences In London
There are several restaurants, cafes and hotels offering vegan afternoon teas in London. And, they are seriously giving regular afternoon teas a run for their money. Here are my top 5…
1. Experience Vegan Afternoon Teas At The Ampersand In South Kensington, London
If you love science… yes, science, this afternoon tea is for you. It’s full of fun theatrical elements such as jelly in a petri dish. There’s a very enjoyable guac and vegan cheese sandwich followed by a chocolate and coconut (yes please!) half-moon cake.
Book The Ampersand, 10 Harrington Road, SW7 3ER via Square Meal.
2. Cake Boy Afternoon Teas For Vegans In Battersea, London
If champagne afternoon tea is the order of the day, for vegans and non-vegans you can find solace at Cake Boy in Battersea at Unit 2, Kingfisher House, SW18 1TX. This is a kitsch-themed vegan afternoon tea that offers a beautiful glass of champagne, humous and vegetables followed by sweet and perfect macarons and sumptuous red velvet cake!
3. Experience A Royally Crazy Vegan Mad Hatters Afternoon Tea
Inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this whimsical afternoon tea is available as a vegan and gluten‑free options. It marries theatrical charm with refined plant‑based treats, served in the lush courtyard garden under Eiffel‑inspired greenery and fairy‑lit mosaics. The teapots—adorned with regal faces of kings and queens—contain bespoke Alice‑themed infusions, including fruity green, citrus & berry blends, along with signature teas like Mad Hatter and Cheshire Cat varieties.
On the vegan menu, savoury sandwiches take a playful spin: expect chickpea coronation “Waldorf Forest” double‑deckers on gluten‑free bread, tofu‑mayo “Mad Hatter” rolls, tzatziki & mint tomato bread “Tea Party” bites, and smoked‑carrot & seaweed “Cheshire Cat” roulades. These are followed by warm vegan scones with fruit preserves and whipped non‑dairy cream, and a dazzling sweet tier of pastries named after Wonderland characters: carrot‑cake “White Rabbit”, strawberry‑passionfruit mousse hearts, chocolate‑vanilla cupcakes, curd‑tarts, and a coconut crunch “Shrinking” mousse tart.
Find The Mad Hatters Vegan Afternoon Tea at 50 Berners Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 3NG.
4. Tea At The Rosebery Lounge, Knightsbridge? Don’t Mind If We Do.
If you enjoy chic surroundings, then The Rosebury Lounge will be right up your street. Nestled in the Mandarin Oriental, this establishment is the place to experience vegan afternoon teas! With dishes such as sautéed mushrooms with pepper and red onion, avo guacamole, banana cookies and raspberry tarts. Find The Rosebery Lounge at Mandarin Oriental in Hyde Park, London, SW1X 7LA
5. Take Vegan Afternoon Tea At The Potion Room at Cutter & Squidge In Soho
Harry Potter fans, slip on your wizard cloak whilst sipping potion cocktails, scoffing vegan chocolate cauldron cake and nibbling exciting sandwiches. This one has to be seen to be believed, and you won’t be disappointed! You can book your vegan afternoon teas experience at 20 Brewer Street, London, W1F 0SJ.
So, there you have it. 5 vegan afternoon teas that will more than satisfy the senses and delight the tastebuds. All London based, these experiences are not to be missed. Be sure to pin the image below for your reference and do let me know in the comments if I missed a special vegan afternoon tea that you’ve taken and love, and I will be sure to add it!
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