An enjoyable, but disappointing for the cost, afternoon tea at The Savoy.
The location is ideal, on the Strand adjacent to Covent Garden, an easy walk from several tube stations and on several bus routes.
The facade of the hotel and the lobby are beautiful, as is the lounge area where tea is taken. During tea, a pianist plays, which is a lovely accompaniment, although some of the songs seemed a bit modern given the setting!
Unfortunately the service was not what you would expect. We waited quite a long time for various things and staff could be seen chatting in the corners while people waited etc.
There was an excellent choice of tea and the option to try as many as you wished. The Savoy blend which we chose was delicious, apart from our last pot, which didn't seem to have been brewed freshly and came out grey!
The sandwiches were good and we were offered a second selection. The scones were fine, but the cream wasn't as fresh as expected. The selection of patisserie was excellent and delicious.
The price was £31.50 per head plus a 12.5% service fee. This is similar to other top London hotels and would've been fine, if the quality had been top notch.
Still an enjoyable experience anyway and very filling!
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A nicely balanced opinion here - at that price it would have been tempting to either rubbish it completely or to enhance it to match the price. You struck a great balance. Richard.
suelr13 29.08.2007 18:39
We did a family afternoon tea at the RItz for my Mum's 80th. It was very good and we had excellent service but it's still pricey!
Popalee 29.08.2007 16:31
I had afternoon tea at the Savoy once as well, and found it very disappointing. Also tried the Landmark and this was much better.
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Advantages: One of the World's best. What a history! What a guest list! I've read the book and worn the T-shirt!! Disadvantages: Expensive - but you get what you pay for. There can be special offers
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