You don’t need to be in the cast of ‘Bridgerton’ to enjoy the ultimate English pastime – here are 17 unique places for afternoon tea in Birmingham featuring chocolate menus and hidden ‘pink havens’

Inside one of the fanciest hotels in the city, The Grand Hotel on Colmore Row, the afternoon tea is as lavish as its surroundings. Madeleine Bar is a pink haven with comfy rose sofas to sit back and relax whilst tucking into finger sandwiches, fruit scones, cakes and fancies, all with a pot of tea and a glass of champagne.

“Paying homage to the bold and brave Baluchi culture and heritage”, Baloci offers afternoon tea that is inspired by the legendary Merchants of Venice and the journeys of Marco Polo. Travel the Silk Route through exquisite teas, like Ceylon Black and Heart of Persia, paired with sweet and savoury bites, such as Pistachio Cannoli and Cinnamon Scone. Upgrade to add Champagne.

For a pink afternoon tea in Birmingham, then Noel’s is the place. You’ll find hues of peach, pastel pink and raspberry within the restaurant, with cocktails to match. Order their signature Pink Butterfly cocktail as part of your afternoon tea, and you’ll feel both sassy and like you’re in a fantasy land at the same time. You can indulge in homemade savouries and sweet treats, freshly baked scones with strawberry jam and clotted cream, and a selection of Fortum & Mason teas.

In the former Birmingham Eye Hospital, Hotel du Vin oozes sophistication and style. With afternoon tea being a lavish creation from the Victorian era (which we are very thankful for), what better fit than indulging in one within an elegant Victorian building?

Served every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, enjoy an impressive choice of finger sandwiches, classic cream tea and a selection of vegan cakes as part of Hotel du Vin’s afternoon tea in Birmingham, alongside an extensive list of Bird & Blend teas, or even add Champagne to mark a special occasion.

An afternoon tea with a Japanese twist. KIBOU in Solihull (with a Birmingham location coming soon) combines sushi, sashimi and traditional Japanese sweets with the classic British pastime. This eye-catching three-tiered taster of many popular dishes includes everything from tempura prawn to California roll, yuzu cheesecake and mochi ice cream. It’s all served with a choice of Japanese teas and infusions, as well as options for matcha, champagne, or sake.

Find a quintessentially British afternoon tea at Three Church Road. Located in the elegant Audley St George’s Place retirement village, in the heart of leafy Edgbaston, guests can soak up the historic building’s features as well as enjoy nature out on the restaurant’s terrace over a spot of tea, cake and sandwiches.

Forget afternoon tea, what about high chai? A flavourful punch from Zindiya in Moseley, afternoon tea includes masala chai freshly brewed in-house, alongside small savoury dishes like their Bombay sandwich, aloo tikki chaat, bhel puri and chicken tikka. Zindiya has even added some extra flair to their sweet treats with homemade cardamom scones; almond and pistachio shortbread cookies; and samosas filled with grated sweet carrots.

Want to fully indulge? Follow up a luxurious massage with an afternoon tea at Malmaison‘s Chez Mal, situated in The Mailbox. This classic afternoon tea reimagined features savoury options like beef sliders, crayfish cocktails, and buttermilk fried chicken, with tasty vegan alternatives available. There’s also a huge cake selection, on top of the indulgent sticky toffee scone, and for an extra, you can enjoy a cocktail or glass of champagne for added elegance.

Chocolate and afternoon tea, what more could you want? Combining classic items with hot chocolates and eclairs, Cadbury World gives the classic British afternoon tea a chocolate-themed twist. The afternoon tea at the Cadbury Cafe also includes everything from Victoria sponge cakes to egg and cress sandwiches and sultana scones. Plus, for the price of an afternoon tea, you can enjoy entry to Cadbury World’s chocolatey zones at Cadbury World too. This delectable afternoon tea is perfect for chocolate lovers.

Venture out to the luxurious hotel and resort The Belfry in Sutton Coldfield for an afternoon tea at the Brabazon Bar you will not forget. Set in 550 acres of the English countryside, sip on aromatic coffee or fragrant herbal teas, while trying a traditional selection of finger sandwiches served on a tiered stand, alongside an assortment of beautifully-crafted cakes and warm scones served, of course, with clotted cream and strawberry jam. There is also the option of cocktails, rosé or champagne whilst admiring the green surroundings (and the cakes on offer).

Stopping by Park Regis? Head to the 1565 Bar & Terrace for a sophisticated afternoon sitting surrounded by the traditional trio of sandwiches, scones and dessert delicacies, all accompanied by a specially sourced selection of teas. You will also find a children’s afternoon tea—cake pops, chocolate shakes, pinwheel pizzas, etc.—and a North India-influenced afternoon tea infused with traditional Indian savouries and sweets.

Praza by Pushkar has put its own Indian spin on the British classic and served every Sunday. Sip on Indian masala chai tea with notes of ginger and cardamom as well as the likes of sparkling wine or a crazy lassi gin as you tuck into an array of Indian-influenced savouries and sweet treats. Feast on vegetable samosas, chicken tikka finger sandwiches, onion and mango pakoras and masala chips followed by vanilla cake, Punjabi cookies and Gajar Ka Halwa, a carrot-based dessert pudding.

Resorts World’s Sky Bar & Restaurant boasts its very own secluded, rooftop garden where you can enjoy afternoon tea under the stars and sunshine. Served every day, tuck into traditional, vegan, or gluten-free afternoon tea options, featuring a delightful selection of sandwiches, scones, pastries, and seasonal sweet treats. With a choice of teas or coffee, you can even upgrade to beer, sparkling, and cocktails.

Designed in a uniquely British style, Laura Ashley The Tea Room at Southcrest Manor in Redditch is a beautiful space to enjoy afternoon tea. Decked out in iconic Laura Ashley patterns and colour palettes, almost every detail of the tearoom gives a nod to the brand. As with typical Laura Ashley designs, the afternoon tea menu is dainty and brings a pop of colour, particularly their patisserie offerings such as brightly-coloured macarons, mini Battenburg cakes and strawberry tarts.

This is a quintessentially classic, yet no less exquisite afternoon tea. Browns Birmingham serves beautifully crafted savouries, warm scones with seasonal jams, and an array of irresistible mini cakes and puddings—all with your choice of tea or a chilled glass of Champagne.

The afternoon tea at the Hyatt Regency hotel in Birmingham brings plenty of luxury, much like the rooms available to stay in. Guests can enjoy either a traditional afternoon tea at the hotel’s Aria Restaurant with four tasty finger sandwich flavours to choose from, alongside scones and fancies at the four-star hotel. There’s also a kids’ afternoon tea.