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The Parlour at Great Scotland Yard - The Parlour, London, London

The Parlour

4.3 (297)
£26 to £40
British
3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, London SW1A 2HN

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A photo of The Parlour restaurant

The Parlour

4.3
£26 to £40
British
Westminster

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Step into The Parlour at Great Scotland Yard where tradition meets modern flair. During the day, indulge in the quintessential British afternoon tea, served with delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and a selection of the finest teas.
Lunch and dinner British seasonal menus are also available. The Parlour is the perfect setting for moments of calm indulgence in the heart of London.

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Westminster
  • Cross street
    Great Scotland Yard / Whitehall
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Embankment Underground Station / London Charing Cross Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Season of Secrets Afternoon Tea at The Parlour

    £59.00 - £74.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Sep 14, 2026 - Nov 16, 2026
    Step into a world of intrigue with our Season of Secrets Afternoon Tea. Discover delightful savouries, freshly baked scones, buttery brioche and exquisite patisserie inspired by hidden stories of this iconic British landmark. Set within The Parlour at the iconic Great Scotland Yard Hotel, it's the perfect setting for seasonal celebrations, birthdays or an indulgent escape. Whatever the occasion, book your table and make every gathering memorable.
    Season of Secrets Afternoon Tea at The Parlour Photo
  • Thanksgiving Experience at The Parlour

    £60.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Nov 26, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
    Celebrate Thanksgiving in the heart of Westminster with a specially curated three-course dining experience inspired by traditional American flavours and elevated with seasonal British produce. Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed into the warm and elegant surroundings of The Parlour to enjoy a festive menu designed by our culinary team, featuring classic Thanksgiving favourites with a contemporary twist.
  • Festive Afternoon Tea at The Parlour

    £67.00 - £82.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Nov 16, 2026 - Jan 2, 2027
    Celebrate the festive season with an elegant Festive Afternoon Tea at The Parlour, Great Scotland Yard Hotel. Nestled in the heart of Central London, this luxurious experience blends the timeless charm of traditional afternoon tea with the magic of the holidays. Indulge in a selection of exquisitely crafted festive pastries, delicate finger sandwiches, and freshly baked scones served with clotted cream and homemade preserves. Infused with seasonal flavours and expertly paired with fine teas, every element is designed to capture the warmth and joy of the festive season, making it the perfect treat for celebrations with family, friends, or colleagues.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Parlour.

4.3

4.3
(297)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Parlour offers a "fantastic experience overall" with its afternoon tea, praised for its ambiance and "stunning service." Guests appreciate the "nicely paced" tea and attentive staff. The setting is described as "lovely" with "instagramable" aesthetics. Some felt the food could be more substantial, but many found it an "oasis" and "a real find."
297 Reviews
  1. chris Gold

    Phoenix50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great afternoon tea experience. I would have preferred a second scone over the cinnamon roll and perhaps an additional savory item would have been better balanced. Nonetheless fantastic experience overall
    The ParlourResponded on October 31, 2026
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're so pleased that you enjoyed your afternoon tea experience and that it left such a positive impression. We also appreciate your comments, which help us continue to enhance the experience we offer our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, Francesca Cortinovis F&B Outlets Manager

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  2. Karen Gold

    Omaha6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed experiencing the afternoon tea party at The Parlour.
    The ParlourResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your lovely review, Karen. We're delighted that you enjoyed your afternoon tea experience at The Parlour. It was a pleasure to welcome you, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon. Kind regards, Francesca Cortinovis F&B Outlets Manager

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  3. Sarah

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us gather once a year for afternoon tea, and The Parlour was one of the best we've had. The tea was nicely paced, the service was attentive without being obtrusive, we were able to talk without shouting and the cocktails were huge fun, as was the food. We particularly liked that the deconstructed-sandwich element of the savoury items were given enough space of their own and the sweet things arrived as several "courses" so we had time to enjoy them.
    The ParlourResponded on October 22, 2026
    Dear Sarah, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're so pleased you chose to spend your annual get-together with us and that you had such an enjoyable experience. Your kind comments mean a great deal to the team, and we look forward to welcoming you back to The Parlour in the future. Warm regards, Francesca Cortinovis F&B Outlets Manager

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  4. Barnaby

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Awful experience for what was supposed to be my girlfriend’s birthday present. They had clearly double booked and asked us to move to the bar for remainder of our time. The manager asked us to move, lied and said that we only had an hour to spend for afternoon tea (this was not made clear anywhere, and we were not made aware of when we arrived). It was a cover as they realised they double booked at the last minute. The manager lied and said that we only had 15 minutes left, which even according to her own made up time scale, was incorrect. After I mentioned that, she disappeared. She said they had to move us because a larger group was coming in. That wasn’t my problem. We refused to move. Completely ruined what was supposed to be a lovely afternoon. The tea, food and room were beautiful, but totally let down by discussing behaviour of manager. They took off service charge but it still cost me well over £100. Absolutely disgusting to be treated in such a way when you are paying, and when they knew it was my girlfriend’s birthday! So unbelievably rude. Tried to turn their mistake into our problem. Don’t waste your money.

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  5. Jennifer

    Dallas3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    If this is your first afternoon tea, you'll enjoy the ambiance (interesting locale, decor) but you might be disappointed in the food (small portions, so-so flavor). Be conscious of your time: bookings are a 2 hour reservation, but we needed to be done in 90 mins. Didn't seem undoable, but service wasn't able to meet that. We ended up taking half of the food to go.
    The ParlourResponded on September 23, 2026
    Thank you for sharing your experience. We're sorry that your visit did not quite deliver the experience you were hoping for. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we appreciate the opportunity to reflect on the points you've raised. We hope to have the chance to welcome you again in the future. Warm regards, Francesca Cortinovis F&B Outlets Manager

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  6. Natsuko Gold

    San Francisco6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was very nice. That was my first afternoon experience. I felt like I was a noble princess. Hahaha!
    The ParlourResponded on August 20, 2026
    What a wonderful compliment! Thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled you had such a memorable first afternoon tea experience and hope to see you again very soon at The Parlour. Warm regards, Francesca Cortinovis Food & Beverage Outlets Manager

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  7. karen

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting, great food, stunning service. We were not rushed at all. The chairs were comfortable and the whole experience was relaxing. The staff were attentive but not intrusive, very polite and respectful. Overall, much better than other well known venues which cost much more. Thank you for a lovely time.
    The ParlourResponded on August 11, 2026
    Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted you had such a relaxing afternoon with us and that our team helped make the experience so enjoyable. Your kind words mean a great deal, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, Francesca Cortinovis F&B Outlets Manager

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  8. Marguerite

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Parlour was a real find and one to share ! We had a most enjoyable time in perfect surroundings.
    The ParlourResponded on July 23, 2026
    Thank you, Marguerite, for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at The Parlour and appreciated the atmosphere and surroundings. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, Parlour Team.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the high tea champagne with a Wimbledon theme. The setting was very chilled, relaxing atmosphere nice decor and the aesthetic of the food was very instagram able!. In our opinion the savoury was better than the sweets but the lemon curd tennis ball was.. chefs kiss delicious!
    The ParlourResponded on July 23, 2026
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted you enjoyed our Wimbledon-themed Champagne Afternoon Tea and the relaxed atmosphere. It's wonderful to know that the savoury selection was a highlight for you, and we're especially pleased that the lemon curd tennis ball was a winner. We'll be sure to pass your compliments on to our pastry team. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable afternoon. Kind regards, The Parlour Team

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  10. Michela

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 15, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Prenotato un afternoon tra per le 19.30 con un paio di settimane di anticipo, al nostro arrivo sembravano sorpresi in quanto a detta del personale lanternino tra viene servito solo fino alle 19.00. Open table permette invece di prenotarlo fino alle 20.30. Poca chiarezza sulle bevande incluse: abbiamo ordinato un accompagnamento co. Un punch alcolico pensando fosse ad libitum. Invece il secondo round ci è stato addebitato 12£ a persona. Il savoury ottimo, i dolci un po troppi dolci per i nostri gusti.
    The ParlourResponded on July 23, 2026
    Cara Michaela, Grazie per aver condiviso il suo feedback. Ci dispiace per la confusione riguardo all'orario del servizio dell'Afternoon Tea e alle bevande incluse. I suoi commenti sono stati condivisi con il team e ci aiuteranno a migliorare la chiarezza delle informazioni fornite ai nostri ospiti. Siamo lieti che abbia apprezzato la selezione salata e la ringraziamo per il suo prezioso riscontro sui dessert. Ci auguriamo di poterla accogliere nuovamente in futuro. Cordiali saluti, Parlour Team

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Westminster
  • Cross street
    Great Scotland Yard / Whitehall
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Embankment Underground Station / London Charing Cross Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For afternoon tea in particular, portions are substantial, many guests describe the experience as extremely filling, often leaving them comfortably full.

Yes, The Parlour's calm, elegant salon and attentive service make it a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings.

Sundays are a lovely choice if you want the dog-friendly touch, the Parlour offers dog afternoon tea on Sundays, while Wednesday afternoons are often quieter for a more peaceful visit.

Yes, the menu clearly marks vegetarian options (for example, Roasted Vegetable Curry and Caesar Salad are listed as vegetarian), and guests report that gluten-free needs have been catered for.

Yes, guests report the team accepts dietary requests when booking (vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free) and that those requests have been confirmed via booking messages and accommodated.

The Parlour at Great Scotland Yard feels calm and cosy, a tastefully decorated, intimate salon where many guests describe a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

The Parlour can be very busy on special dates, guests report it was busy on Mother’s Day, while weekday afternoons (for example, Wednesday afternoons) are often fairly quiet and calm.

Yes, guests frequently describe dogs being welcomed at The Parlour, including a doggy afternoon‑tea offering and dogs being fussed over at tables.

Smart casual is the guide at The Parlour, polished but relaxed, neat rather than formal.

Yes, the menus include alcohol: for example the Champagne Afternoon Tea is served with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, and guests routinely book champagne or prosecco with their tea service.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Parlour’s dog-friendly offerings: guests describe doggy afternoon tea (noting Sunday dog teas) and many say staff fuss over visiting dogs.

Yes, families are welcomed: guests report the Parlour happily accommodated toddlers and large family groups, and staff have gone out of their way for children (for example making fresh lemonade or offering hot chocolate).

Yes, The Parlour runs themed Afternoon Tea experiences, including a Tipsy Teapot option (with Teapot Punch) and a Champagne Afternoon Tea served with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, and guests often praise seasonal themes such as the Wimbledon teas.

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The Parlour

4.3
£26 to £40
British
Westminster

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
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