Afternoon Tea @ Prestonfield

Name: Afternoon Tea @ Prestonfield
Address: Prestonfield House Hotel Priestfield House, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 5UT
Telephone: 0131 225 7800
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

30 Reviews

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

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Afternoon tea is a luxurious Prestonfield tradition and a memorable occasion, whether served by the side of a roaring log fire or, in summer, in the rose-filled gardens or the whimsical gothic tea house.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
0131 225 7800
Website
http://www.prestonfield.com/Dining-AfternoonTea.html
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Prestonfield House Hotel, Priestfield House, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT
Neighborhood
Newington
Parking details
None

Scottish Breakfast
A strong malty breakfast tea blended in Edinburgh by our local Edinburgh tea merchants in Rosevear Tea. Malty large leaved tea from India and China, with a hint of sweet orchid flowers and softly smoking cinders, combine to give a reassuringly strong brew
Queens Breakfast
This blend of Ceylon and Darjeeling black teas is made especially in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. It combines the floral aromas of Darjeeling with the richness and strength of Ceylon
Earl Grey Blue Flower
A full-bodied black tea with aromatic bergamot and blue cornflower petals. A superb Earl Grey
First Flush Darjeeling
Tea from Darjeeling is known as the 'Champagne of teas' and the most sought-after Darjeeling teas are plucked in the first harvest (known as the first flush). Aromatic with vegetal, mossy and citrus notes
Lapsang Souchong
The scent of a wood-burning fire and the taste reminiscent of a smoky single-malt whisky. This is an earthy, smoky, aromatic and truly delicious tea. 'Lapsang Souchong' was a favourite tea of Sir Winston Churchill and is one of the most recognisable of all Chinese teas
Lazy Summer Afternoon
Black tea with rhubarb pieces. Velvety smooth, with notes of strawberry, cocoa, caramel and vanilla. It is the perfect drink to savour in Prestonfield House where rhubarb was first introduced to Scotland
Vanilla
Rich Assam and Ceylon black teas with vanilla pieces. Touches of burnt sugar from the vanilla together with hints of citrus from the Ceylon emerge to make a fascinating and fabulous tea
Hazelnut
Chinese black tea with hazel leaves give this blend a rich nutty flavour and a natural vanilla sweetness
Rose Petal
The fragrance of roses in a cup. Freshly dried rose petals blended with an aromatic Chinese congou black tea and essence of Rose
Green Dragon
A full flavoured green tea from Yunnan, the birthplace of tea in China with a fresh, clear and relatively strong infusion when infused for several minutes, but it is also a tea that can be enjoyed lightly infused for a delicious subtle grassy note
Evening Chai
A beautiful warming and spicy herbal blend on a base of cocoa and carob pieces, with the delightful addition of exotic spices that include cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, liquorice and cloves, with an added sweet vanilla note
Rhubarb Rooibos
A blend of rooibos and rhubarb pieces. It has the distinct, authentic taste of rhubarb with a creamy vanilla undertone from the rooibos base. A perfect caffeine-free infusion to savour in Prestonfield House where Rhubarb was first introduced to Scotland
Whole Leaf Peppermint
Exceedingly aromatic whole peppermint leaves. The most intense peppermint tea we have ever tried
Camomile Flowers
Very aromatic with notes of apple and a floral sweetness. Take a moment to relax with this classic herbal tea. Camomile flowers are reputed to reduce insomnia and stress while boosting the body's immune system
Lemon & Ginger
A blend of lemon peel and ginger pieces that makes a strong citrus and ginger infusion. There is so much flavour that this blend can be reinfused another three or four times. So much more real and strong than any Lemon and Ginger flavoured teabag. A refreshing caffeine-free drink

Coffee

Latte
Cappuccino
Americano
Mocha
Espresso
Flat White
Hot Chocolate

What 30 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

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Kiki
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful view and kind service，It was my best experience in the UK
JM
JessicaMac
Glasgow
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stunning venue, couldn't ask for better for a special occasion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ambience is what you're paying for here. The service was very good, tea excellent, and food was great (if not anything truly spectacular). But, if you are tourist, looking for what you imagine afternoon tea to be--this is it! A bit expensive, but given the surroundings, that's no surprise. Go here for a special occasion or the experience--but there are certainly cheaper options with tea and food as good or better...then, as I started, you're not paying for the tea here.
LC
LindaC
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely time sitting outside with peacocks and friends in the sunshine
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Super beautiful estate with lots of sitting rooms for guests to enjoy their dining experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Afternoon tea was perfect. Tea and food was matched by a great service. Social distancing measures were in place but it did not take anything away from the overall experience
ET
ElleTee
London
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience5
Just as fabulous as always!
JP
JordanP
San Diego
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food at Prestonfield’s is always great. The tea service is pretty awesome. From antique teapots to a lounge that feels like you’re in an old manor. Definitely a worthwhile escape from hustle of Edinburgh
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very nice environment plus great food.
D
Dimitrova
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Best scones in town! And their clotted cream is phenomenal
AM
AudreyM
Edinburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2019
overall3food4service5ambience5
Started badly as there was no record of our booking despite me having an email confirmation from Opentable. Apparently there are problems with this booking option!!! The afternoon tea however was lovely and very enjoyable.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
That’s a perfect afternoon tea!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2018
overall4food5service3ambience5
As always, the Prestonfield’s atmosphere and ambience carries there experience. However the service on this occasion was notably slow. To their credit the staff were very apologetic and offered us free drinks by way of apology.
CC
CClan
London
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Another lovely afternoon tea at Prestonfield. All excellent as expected
SH
SarahH
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic afternoon- the staff made a special effort with my daughter who had the best time
ET
ElleTee
London
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
As ever, great service, ambience and time with my Mum xx
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
We were at Prestonfield House as a 45th Wedding Anniversary gift from our family, also celebrating my daughter and son in laws 3rd Wedding Anniversary.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2017
overall5food4service5ambience5
Im a tourist for afternoon. Very good environment and service! But inconvenient for traffic.
L
Linda
San Antonio
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
This was my second experience to enjoy afternoon tea at Prestonfield. It was splendid! We sat in the yellow room, the same room the Queen Mum used to sit in and enjoy her g + t. I had my cousin with me and it was a nice dainty time for the ladies. They spoil you with their many offerings, but outstanding above all were the cream puffs, strawberry tarts, and the scones with clotted cream! I tried a sandwich and a bite of the haggis rolls (kind of a savory bon bon), it was actually very tasty, but I digress. I came for the sweet treats, tea and a champagne cocktail to finish it off. If I ever return to Edinburgh, I will definitely come back to Prestonfield.
J
Janet
London
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2017
overall3food5service5ambience5
Website on open table stated £25 for afternoon tea. I was charged £30 each. I was charged £22 for each bottle of non alcoholic rose wine this non alcoholic wine sells in Sainsburys for £2:75 a bottle Very disappointed in this mark up. However, lovely setting and we enjoyed our afternoon tea.
ET
ElleTee
London
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2017
overall4food5service5ambience4
Easter treat!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came for dinner and returned for afternoon tea. Was delighted on both occasions and will be making a return visit. The food and service were excellent.
A
Amelia
Raleigh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2016
overall4food3service5ambience5
The cakes and sandwiches could be more delicate which will make it more valuable. Because the toast of the sandwiches we ate that day was not really fresh
w
wanderingdiner
Edinburgh
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2015
overall4food4service4ambience5
Prestonfield House is an excellent venue in a tranquil setting. Went for afternoon tea to celebrate friend's retirement and wasn't disappointed. The room was exquisite, however, the table was not ideal but they had thought to provide side trays for stability of plates/glasses etc. Never been disappointed at this venue.
w
wanderingdiner
Edinburgh
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2015
overall5food4service5ambience5
Prestonfield House is a place for sheer indulgence and luxury. This is the second visit for afternoon tea and yet again, it didn't disappoint. The staff are very attentive without being intrusive and you are given time to enjoy your sumptuous surroundings. Definitely worth recommending and revisiting.
NR
NRTdinners
Yorkshire
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2015
overall4food3service5ambience5
Fantastic location and lovely ambience in front of roaring fire. January afternoon tea offer includes a free glass of champagne which was a bonus. Service excellent (head concierge great at providing some history on the hotel and its contents). If they could improve the sandwiches to support the £20pp price, definitely would be 5 star.
RH
RHWL
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2014
overall4food4service5ambience5
An elegant and classic house for a fine dinner. Its afternoon tea is nice and sizable (didn't try this time, but have had it before). Service was superb.
l
ladieswholunch
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2014
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent overall however we felt the bread was rather dry and not we would have enjoyed it more with a little more filling . Would have preferred more sandwich to cakes however in saying that the scones were delicious .
CF
CFPTERPS
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2014
overall5food5service3ambience5
Afternoon tea at Prestonfield House could not have been any better. We sat on the deck overlooking the grounds with birds singing on a sunny day. The setting and tea service was great.
d
daydreamer
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2014
overall5food4service4ambience5
This was the first time we visited Prestonfield House and we were impressed by the gothic atmosphere of the place. We had our afternoon tea in an old room with impressive heavy furniture and old tapestries on the walls. The afternoon tea was really good with a good selection of sandwiches, scones and sweets. I would definitely recommend the afternoon tea experience and will look to come back in the future.

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Afternoon Tea @ Prestonfield is rated 4.7 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

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Prestonfield House Hotel, Priestfield House, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT

Additional information

Neighborhood
Newington
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa

Website
http://www.prestonfield.com/Dining-AfternoonTea.html
Phone number
0131 225 7800

Afternoon Tea @ Prestonfield

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Savouries

Haggis Croquette

Smoked Trout on Oatcakes

Crowdie Tart

Sandwiches

Pulled Shoulder of Honey-Baked Gammon

Prawn and Avocado on Toasted Sourdough

Cucumber and Mint Cream Cheese on White Bread

Duck Egg Mayonnaise and Watercress on White Bread

Scones

Plain and Fruit Scones

Cakes

Salted Caramel Macaron

Milk Chocolate and Hazelnut Délice

Pistachio Sponge

Bramley Apple Tart

Vanilla Cake

Prestonfield's Champagne Afternoon Tea

Prestonfield's Tea Selection

Scottish Breakfast

Queens Breakfast

Earl Grey Blue Flower

First Flush Darjeeling

Lapsang Souchong

Lazy Summer Afternoon

Vanilla

Hazelnut

Rose Petal

Green Dragon

Evening Chai

Rhubarb Rooibos

Whole Leaf Peppermint

Camomile Flowers

Lemon & Ginger

Coffee

Latte

Cappuccino

Americano

Mocha

Espresso

Flat White

Hot Chocolate

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