Guide to vegan afternoon tea in London

Experience afternoon tea with great river views at The Library. This polished tea room has a classic look with book cabinets acting as room dividers. Traditional and vegan afternoon teas are served, with the plant-based option including sandwiches, scones, and sweets like blackcurrant tofu mousse. You can add champagne or English sparkling wine.

Luxury hotel The Rubens at the Palace is an elegant destination for afternoon tea, with plant-based diners being well looked after. Taking in impressive views of Buckingham Palace, you can sample a delicious afternoon tea, with plant-based options available on request. Enjoy your afternoon tea with vegan-friendly recipes and champagne here.

Cutter & Squidge specialises in signature sweet treats. The cosy Soho tea room is the ideal spot for afternoon tea. This inclusive space offers various menus so no one gets forgotten about, including a vegan selection with treats like vegan sausage rolls, mini cakes, and brownies. You can add bubbles or a cocktail.

Located at upscale Brown's Hotel, The Drawing Room at Brown’s is a timeless space with wood panelling and contemporary art. The atmosphere is refined and the tea room is staffed by trained tea sommeliers. A plant-based afternoon tea is served as well as the classic edition, featuring assorted sandwiches and desserts.

Luxury Mayfair hotel Dukes London is a sophisticated place with a lengthy history. Visit the Drawing Room for afternoon tea and you can indulge in a plant-based version. You’ll get finger sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats with refreshing tea, and you can add champagne or mini martinis if you like.

Evoking the feel of grand European cafés, The Wolseley is a classy spot for afternoon tea. Expect a sophisticated environment and a choice of a cream tea, classic afternoon tea, and champagne afternoon tea. Whilst the main menu isn’t designed for vegans, the venue can prepare a plant-based option when requested in advance.

Visit The Athaeneum for afternoon tea with sweet or savoury menus. A vegan version is available, including tasty treats like a selection of sandwiches, coconut pannacotta, and scones with plant-based cream. You can add English sparkling wine or bottomless prosecco and enjoy it all in refined and sophisticated surroundings.

Farmacy specialises in plant-based and health-conscious seasonal food. Many ingredients are grown at Farmacy’s biodynamic farm in Kent. The restaurant is modern, light, and airy, and serves food all day, including afternoon tea. You’ll get sweet and savoury nibbles, including scones and cake, plus your choice of refillable tea.

At The Montague on the Gardens, an elegant townhouse hotel, you can enjoy afternoon tea in the bar or on the terrace. This luxurious hotel is full of charm. Vegans and vegetarians can have afternoon tea, and so can gluten-free diners. You can also have a bottomless tea with unlimited food and champagne.

Those with a sweet tooth flock to Cake Boy, a riverside patisserie and bakery school that also does afternoon tea. These are showstopping desserts served in a colourful and bold environment. The afternoon tea options include a plant-based selection with sandwiches, spectacular cakes, and plant-based champagne along with exclusive tea blends.

Soho's Hotel Café Royal is elegant and luxurious, whether you're staying a few nights or just stopping for afternoon tea. In a room full of gold and ornate details, indulge in a classic, vegetarian, or vegan selection. Vegan options include sandwiches with roast pumpkin and hummus, scones with vegan cream, and flavoursome desserts.

Located within the department store, The Harrods Tea Rooms is big on tradition. The setting is refined, with Art Deco details and live piano music. The menu includes seasonal options and teas for children, and there’s a vegan option with sandwiches, scones, cakes, and a selection of teas. Champagne and cocktails are served too.

Cute vintage-themed café The Doll's House on the Hill is located in Harrow. It's a bright and bustling setting. This places does breakfast and lunch as well as an elegant afternoon tea. A vegan tea is available with an assortment of finger sandwiches, scones, and cake, plus unlimited tea or coffee.

Palm Court has been serving afternoon tea since 1865, so you can be sure they know what they're doing. The grey and metallic interior combines modern design with timeless style, creating a luxe look. Their award-winning afternoon tea includes a sophisticated plant-based selection with sandwiches, scones, cake, and chocolates.

Overlooking the Thames, The Thames Foyer at The Savoy is the venue for one of the most famous afternoon teas. As well as a classic selection, vegetarian and vegan options are served in this elegant glass-domed atrium. For something more filling, you can also get a vegan high tea here.

Discover a magical afternoon tea at The Chesterfield Mayfair. This luxe central London hotel serves a colourful and playful afternoon tea suitable for kids and adults. A vegan version is available with sandwiches, sweet-inspired pastries and cakes, and scones. Feel free to add a glass of champagne.

Luxury hotel The Ampersand Hotel does a couple of different themed afternoon teas and one of them - themed on science - can be made vegan-friendly. In homey and contemporary surroundings, kids and adults can try a plant-based afternoon tea inspired by the nearby Science Museum with sweet and savoury bites and dramatic flourishes.

The Charlie & the Chocolate Factory afternoon tea at One Aldwych is well-known and attracts many with a sweet tooth. What you may not know is that they can provide veganised versions on request. Enjoy afternoon tea in the lobby with views of Covent Garden. A standard vegan afternoon tea is also available.

Head to The Park Room for a refined afternoon tea with views of Hyde Park. This elegant tea room has a sophisticated atmosphere and serves an award-winning afternoon tea, including an option for children. The vegan version includes delicate sandwiches, scones, and tantalising pastries. Alcoholic drinks are available to add on.

Based in Tooting, Pinch Café is an independent vegan café. The modern interior is full of eye-catching decor and has a cosy feel. Drinks, sandwiches, and wraps are served as well as an indulgent afternoon tea. Enjoy plant-based sandwiches, cakes, scones, and truffles served with a selection of teas and lemonade.

Try afternoon tea at The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon at Fortnum & Mason. Afternoon tea is the name of the game at this sophisticated eatery. A vegan selection is available of finger sandwiches, scones, and desserts, served with a pot of tea. Add a cocktail or champagne for a real treat.

At The Hyde you'll discover a sophisticated and classic space for modern European cuisine. This place does a traditional and a vegan afternoon tea as well. The vegan option includes sandwiches, scones, and pastries, in addition to a choice of 25 different tea blends. Private dining is also available here.

With Brigit’s Bakery you can have afternoon tea at the bright and cute café in Covent Garden, or go on a roving tour with afternoon tea on a double decker bus. This place caters to various dietary requirements, including plant-based diets. Choose the classic experience, a seasonal special tea, or a boozy option.

Everybody can enjoy afternoon tea at The St Ermin's Tea Lounge. This bright and stylish place is a relaxed venue for indulging in this treat. There are menus to cater to various dietary needs, including vegan diets. The veggie and vegan tea includes sweet and savoury bites and a selection of teas.

Lanes of London specialises in sophisticated British cuisine, including a botanical afternoon tea with eye-catching presentation. The restaurant shows modern and classic style with colourful furniture for bursts of colour. Vegan and vegetarian afternoon teas are available on request. You'll get a range of nibbles plus carefully-selected teas and bubbly.

The Den is crammed with mid-century style and is a relaxed place. Relax on a leather sofa to enjoy food all day, including a modern British afternoon tea. Vegan and classic selections are available, both including sweet and savoury treats. You can enhance afternoon tea by adding champagne or a cocktail.

Vintage lovers flock to Betty Blythe. This vintage café specialises in afternoon tea and hosts private tea parties as well as accepting café bookings. The on-theme interiors are filled with character. A range of afternoon teas are available here, including a completely vegan option with sandwiches, cake, and a choice of teas.

Pull out all the stops with an award-winning afternoon tea at The Rosebery. Part of the Mandarin Oriental, this sophisticated venue is modern and elegant. A number of afternoon tea menus are served, including a vegan variety. Sparkling tea or alcoholic drinks pairings are available with each afternoon tea menu.

The Egerton House Hotel offers upscale accommodation in Knightsbridge and is also a popular choice for afternoon tea. In the sumptuous Drawing Room you can experience a taste of tradition, with afternoon tea, champagne afternoon tea, and a children’s tea available. The vegan selection includes sandwiches and scones with coconut clotted cream.

The historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London's oldest theatre, has been a splendid venue for captivating performances and events for many generations. It also features the Grand Saloon, a refined café that offers daily afternoon tea served on exquisite custom-made fine bone china. The delightful afternoon tea menu is designed to accommodate diverse dietary needs, including options for vegans and those with gluten sensitivities.

Crystal Palace is home to Nama Café & Cake House, a café and bakery serving up 100% vegan treats. The space is homey and modern, serving food and sweet treats throughout the day. You can also visit for a plant-based afternoon tea featuring scones, flavoursome sandwiches, and a selection of cakes and pastries.