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Afternoon Tea at St Martins Lane - Afternoon Tea at Spotlight, London,

Afternoon Tea at Spotlight

4.5 (191)
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4HX

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Afternoon Tea at Spotlight

4.5
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Covent Garden

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Experience Tea & Tales Afternoon Tea at St Martins Lane – a playful twist on tradition. Enjoy inventive savouries like smoked salmon on the Red & Black Carpet and wild mushroom bouchées from the Revolving Door, followed by freshly baked scones and story-inspired pastries, from a Flower Pot yuzu cheesecake to a Cricket Ball of lychee, cherry, and coconut. Paired with the sparkling Golden Handshake tea, it’s afternoon tea reimagined the heart of Theatreland.

Daily | 12 pm – 4 pm

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    Q-Park Covent Garden is located underneath the hotel
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square, Covent garden, Charing cross
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea & Tales at St Martins Lane

    £55.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Step into the Spotlight and indulge in an inventive Afternoon Tea - the classic British ritual with a unique St Martins Lane twist! Enjoy delicate pastries, inventive savouries and freshly baked scones, starting at just £55 per person!
    Afternoon Tea & Tales at St Martins Lane Photo
  • Crémant Afternoon Tea at St Martins Lane

    £65.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Step into the Spotlight and indulge in an inventive Afternoon Tea - the classic British ritual with a unique St Martins Lane twist! Enjoy delicate pastries, inventive savouries and freshly baked scones, accompanied by a sparkling glass of Crémant for £65 per person!
    Crémant Afternoon Tea at St Martins Lane Photo
  • Champagne Afternoon Tea at St Martins Lane

    £70.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Step into the Spotlight and indulge in an inventive Afternoon Tea - the classic British ritual with a unique St Martins Lane twist! Enjoy delicate pastries, inventive savouries and freshly baked scones, accompanied by a glass of Champagne for a little added luxury at just £70 per person.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Afternoon Tea at Spotlight.

4.5

4.5
(191)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

191 Reviews
  1. Paula

    Hampshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 25, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked the Kinky Boots afternoon tea. The serving staff were very pleasant. The lounge was spacious with great air con while London boiled. The cakes, scones and sandwicges were very impressive. So fresh and home made even down to the lemon curd. Compliments to the kitchen for sending out such a delicately delicious and filling afternoon tea.

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  2. Suzanne Gold

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon tea was delicious and fun - themed afternoon tea, matching the food to the room (with celebration of all things British - like cricket).

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  3. Susan

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I brought my friend for the champagne afternoon tea as a birthday treat. She had the standard and I had the vegan. Both were delicious and creative. The savory bites were unusual and super yummy and not a chickpea in sight for the vegan (most unusual) the scones were warm and soft, served with jam and cream (again the vegan ones were just as good as the non vegan. Then the cakes, wow! What a treat as a vegan cake lover to find somewhere that makes delicate, light, beautiful little vegan cakes. The waiting staff were friendly and attentive without hovering- just right. The atmosphere was quirky and cosy. What a great afternoon. Thank you! ☺️

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  4. Lucy

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My daughter and I had a lovely experience, the Den is a lovely area with such fun artwork. The food and the teas really playful but very tasty. The staff were attentive but gave us lots of space to enjoy our experience. We had a lovely time. Thank you.

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  5. Albert

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. My daughter and I had a wonderful time here.

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  6. Tatiana

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had great time after matinée Nutcracker performance- the best thing we could have private conversations and nobody was rushing us out after 2 hours, which is quite common now days in London. The sweats and sandwiches were delicious, also we all wished it would be more sandwiches than sweets. But nobody left hungry - we took all the leftover deserts home! Highly recommend! Thank you team !

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  7. symone

    Hertfordshire4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on August 31, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The presentation of the food was exceptional. The sandwich's were mediocre however the salmon sandwich on malt bread was incredible, absolutely delicious.

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  8. Heather

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointing as for the price for high tea (124 pounds for 2), I would have thought the venue would have been better. We had a young woman asleep on a couch next to us, Ty hen eating noodles in a takeaway container when she awoke, and people sitting at several tables having a business meeting and talking to each other across the tables. Got the price we paid, I would have thought the room wouldn’t be open to the public, but it obviously was.

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  9. Ivelisse Gold

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We were looking forward to a great tea experience at the Den. We checked in with the hostess and were shocked that our tea experience was a waiting room to hotel guests. Yes the den was not just for afternoon tea guests. The ambiance was terrible. We had a family with luggage next to us. A man working on the computer and talking business on his phone. And other tables with people working on their computer. Not what we were expecting of a 70 pounds tea experience. Now the service was great and food was delicious and so creative. If they can keep the den to just for tea guests the experience would be so lovely.

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  10. Carrie

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cannot miss this whimsical tea service! Especially if you are staying at St. Martins Lane Hotel. Food is delicious and all tied into the hotel, Den, and adjacent restaurant.
    Afternoon Tea at SpotlightResponded on June 5, 2025
    Dear Carrie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the whimsical tea service and the delicious food tied into the hotel and surrounding venues. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable experience! Best regards, The Restaurant team

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    Q-Park Covent Garden is located underneath the hotel
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square, Covent garden, Charing cross
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

The afternoon tea at Afternoon Tea at Spotlight is generous, guests frequently report there’s more than enough for two and often take leftovers home.

Yes, Afternoon Tea at Spotlight is often chosen for special evenings, with several guests noting anniversary visits and the team adding small celebratory touches.

Afternoon Tea at Spotlight most often feels calm and intimate, guests describe the Den as quiet, calm and comfortable, though a few visits note the lounge can become busier when hotel guests use the space.

Afternoon Tea at Spotlight is a quirky, cosy and intimate experience, the Den ties playful, story‑inspired pastries and savouries to the hotel's artwork and atmosphere, with many guests praising the creative presentation and attentive service.

Yes, families are welcome: reviewers describe visits with children (for example, a daughter accompanying her parent), note staff being lovely with kids, and mention family-friendly touches during the tea service.

Afternoon Tea at Spotlight is best enjoyed in the midday/early-afternoon, the Tea & Tales afternoon tea runs daily from 12pm–4pm, and several guests say visiting after a matinée performance makes for a calm, unhurried experience.

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Afternoon Tea at Spotlight

4.5
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Covent Garden

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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