A modern gathering place and decompression zone for you to sit back, relax and unwind after navigating the busy streets of London.The décor is warm and sophisticated with a tongue-in-cheek British flair – even the art on the walls is irreverent, animating the space with larger-than-life portraits and visual puns. Come and make yourself comfortable on our plush leather sofas, complete with warm, cosy lighting creating an enticing ambience TEA & TALESA story with every bite, crafted to tell the unique story of St Martins Lane London.Make your way through a playful yet delicious array of sandwiches and pastries. From a Croque Monsieur to resemble the infamous revolving doors to an elderflower and gold dust tea, symbolising the entrance to our hidden speakeasy. Expect the unexpected here in the centre of it all, The Den.Daily | 12 pm – 4 pm
The stunning Sofitel London St James is located in the former home of Cox’s and King’s bank in the very heart of London, England. This sympathetically renovated building is English heritage grade II listed and now houses one of London's most unique five-star hotels - combining traditional British design with a contemporary style that is unmistakably French.Inspired by the Hotel’s French origins mixed with British influence,The Rose Lounge brings a mix of classic French flavors whilst also moving away from the standard concept of finger sandwiches by introducing something different to the savory offering with dishes such as aubergine and feta tart or shrimp beignet with lemon mayonnaise. This theme continues on the sweet side, with a twist on the classic afternoon tea with a chocolate salted caramel and praline délice, Followed by a strawberry and basil tartlet and a lemon madeleine.
Amidst the hustle and bustle of busy Covent Garden is the relaxing sanctuary of Brigit’s Bakery or B Bakery as we like to call it. Come and relax with a coffee and cupcake before you hit the shops or stop for Afternoon Tea with a glass of champagne or even a bite to eat before your evening out. We have private rooms and seating downstairs, so if you want to get away from the crowds and have your own space, then come and visit us. You’ll be very glad you did!We also offer gluten-free*, vegetarian, and halal Afternoon Teas. Please specify requirements upon reservation.
Step into the limelight of The Stage, where the drama unfolds with a spectacular programme dedicated to Champagne and life’s great delights.Set across three acts, our Champagne bar in London serves a Champagne breakfast, Champagne afternoon tea, as well as a Grand Finale of oysters, caviar and more.The star of The Stage is our reserve Champagne collection, with a trolley of 35 bottles, as well as a selection of Champagne cocktails.Complement your drink with an exquisite patisserie crafted by our Head Pastry Chef, almost too beautiful to eat.Located with Soho and Covent Garden on the doorstep, The Stage is the perfect place to enjoy pre- or post-theatre drinks. We are just a few minutes' walk from iconic West End theatres such as Harold Pinter Theatre, Garrick Theatre, Apollo Theatre and many more.Our London Champagne bar regularly hosts live music to accompany late night drinks and weekend afternoon tea, showcasing local West End talent on our very own stage.
Chef Owner, Tong Chee Hwee, former Group Executive Head Chef of Hakkasan, has returned to launch Gouqi, an Award-Winning, Fine Dining Chinese restaurant located at 25-34 Cockspur Street, St James's opposite the Canadian Embassy, Trafalgar Square. The restaurant name derives from the goji berry, a symbol of health and vitality that inspires the ethos of the restaurant. Using premium produce sourced from around the globe, the menu offers an abundance of flavours, techniques, and ingredients. The Berri Bar offers Asian inspired cocktails and an eclectic wine list.Gouqi seats 100 guests, including 2 private interconnecting dining rooms; Crimson & Ruby, which seat 10 and 12, or combine to accommodate up to 22 guests.Pre-orders required: Legendary Peking Duck 24hrs, Emperor’s Lobster Soup with Rice Pin Noodle and Crispy Rice 24hrs, Dim Sum Afternoon Tea 24hrs, and Live Norwegian King Crab 72hrs.
Set in the stylish Soho Hotel in the heart of London’s West End, Refuel Restaurant and Bar is designed by Creative Director Kit Kemp and features vibrant interiors with contemporary art.Known for its Modern British and European menu, enjoy timeless favourites like Dover sole and Aubrey Allen ribeye steak alongside specials such as ChalkStream trout, buttered leeks, Veronique sauce and Roast scallops, 'nduja and orange butter.For dessert, find twists on the classics (our favourites are the Lemon tart with crème fraîche and Elderflower and strawberry trifle), while a selection of British cheeses tempts those with less of a sweet tooth.Just moments away from London’s most popular theatres, opt for the set menu pre or post show, or indulge in a traditional afternoon tea. Sip on a glass of English wine from the dedicated ‘Grape Britannia’ wine list, or try a ‘Soho Original’ cocktail, inspired by the hotel’s former life as a car park.
Caffè Concerto’s 4,000 sq ft restaurant is set across three floors in Covent Garden. Catering to 180 covers Caffè Concerto offers an extensive menu of Italian classics and afternoon teas. The menu also includes sharing towers such as the Cicchetti Tower, which can be enjoyed between two guests from the selection of pasta, risottos and gnocchi. This draws on an Italian tradition of sharing Cicchetti plates, which are small plates of food served in “bacari” bars. Guests can also choose to share afternoon tea towers, featuring a selection of luxury sandwiches, cakes and treats all with teas from their world selection and a glass of prosecco.