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Punting Themed Gin Afternoon Tea - Afternoon Tea at Hilton Cambridge - Lounge Bar, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Afternoon Tea at Hilton Cambridge - Lounge Bar

3.8
3.8
27 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Join us for our delicious Afternoon Tea at the Hilton Cambridge City Centre.

Spoil yourself and enjoy our selection of freshly cut sandwiches before tucking into warm scones with clotted cream and jam.

Finish with sweet treats and your choosing from our fabulous range of Hope and Glory speciality teas. For those looking for bubbles, a glass of prosecco or free-flowing fizz can be added.

We are also taking bookings for the Piano Bar where you can enjoy our brand new Taste Republic bar menu. You may not be able to travel far this year but you can take your taste buds on a journey with exquisite flavours from around the world. Our Piano Bar is open between 11.00 - 23.00

Additional information

  • Location
    20 Downing Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 3DT
  • Neighbourhood
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Festive Afternoon Tea

    £30.00 per person

    Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Step into the holiday spirit this December at Hilton Cambridge City Centre’s Piano Bar with our Festive Afternoon Tea, a true celebration of Christmas indulgence for £30 per person. Sandwiches: Truffle egg mayo brioche Smoked salmon rosti, dill cream cheese Pigs in blanket brioche Smoked Applewood & plum & apple chutney Turkey & brussel sprout slaw Mini quiches Freshly baked fruit & plain scones, served with jam & clotted cream. Sweet treats: Mince pie, brandy cream Christmas pudding cheesecake Coconut snowballs Black forest cake All served in the cosy, elegant ambiance of our Piano Bar, with a selection of speciality teas & coffees. *Images are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.
    Festive Afternoon Tea photo

Menu

Served every day. Indulge for £25 per person. Or £30 with a glass of prosecco (125ml of Il Baco Da Seta Prosecco). Reservations: 24 hours notice required for the reservation

Tea

  • A Selection of Taylors of Harrogate

    Sandwich Selection

    • Cheese and Tomato

      • Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese

        • Chicken with Tarragon Mayonnaise

          • Ham and Peashoots

            Sweet Treats

            • Oreo Macaroon

              • Mandarin and Thyme Cremoux

                • Blueberry and Yuzu Chocolate Tart

                  • Matcha and Green Tea Choux Bun

                    • Scones, Jam and Clotted Cream

                      Last updated: April 10, 2024

                      What 27 people are saying

                      Overall ratings and reviews

                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                      3.8
                      3.8 based on all time ratings
                      • 3.7Food
                      • 3.8Service
                      • 3.8Ambience
                      • 3.5Value

                      Noise • Energetic

                      27 Reviews

                      1. David

                        Cambridge

                        1 review

                        2.0

                        1 review

                        Dined on December 13, 2024

                        1. Overall 2
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 1
                        4. Ambience 1
                        Despite booking afternoon tea for 1pm and arriving on time we weren’t welcomed or approached by anyone in The Piano Bar for 10 minutes. There was no one around and we were left standing in the Piano Bar. Eventually we saw a gentleman and we made ourselves known and that we had booked afternoon tea. We were seated and told we’d need to wait a few moments. The gentleman returned shortly afterwards and stated he had 1 table left for our afternoon tea. There were 4 other people in the Piano Bar seated at tables so it wasn’t busy. My wife and I felt really disappointed that despite booking we were made to feel lucky to get the last table. I very nearly left at this point but I knew that my wife’s treat would have been totally ruined. We decided to stay but vowed we’d never use the Cambridge Hilton again. The quality of the sandwiches etc were good and the service was just adequate in the end. Unfortunately the whole experience wasn’t as I’d hoped and the £60 price paid wasn’t value for money.

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                      2. Lisa

                        Cambridge

                        1 review

                        5.0

                        1 review

                        Dined on November 25, 2024

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Amazing service and high quality food. The table was set out with white table cloth and candles. The staff were very helpful and reassuring about my allergy and where double checking everything.

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                      3. Julia

                        New York City

                        2 reviews

                        5.0

                        2 reviews

                        Dined on September 24, 2024

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        extraordinary! good service and exquisite cakes and sandwiches.

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                      4. Katie

                        Cambridge

                        1 review

                        5.0

                        1 review

                        Dined on September 1, 2024

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 3
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Our afternoon tea was amazing. The sandwiches, scones and cakes were all beautifully made and delicious. The lounge bar was lovely. We went around lunchtime on a Sunday and it was really quiet and peaceful. The only minor negatives were the staff weren’t really on the ball, like it took ages to get their attention and giving us strawberry mousse but no spoons! It was also a bit irritating that at £25 per head (adult or child) it only included tea, but not soft drinks for children so we had to pay for those separately. Anyway, overall we’d recommend it and we’d go back again.

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                      5. David1

                        VIP

                        Hawaii

                        46 reviews

                        5.0

                        46 reviews

                        Dined on December 22, 2023

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        The Festive Afternoon Tea was better than advertised. A reserved table awaited us along with the manager and his staff. They helped us to decide on what tea we wanted, and it was brought out promptly. Not long afterwards, the sandwiches, scones, and sweets followed. The presentation was breathtaking and they tasted even better. The staff was friendly and attentive to our every need. This Tea service was truly a special event and I highly recommend it.

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                      6. SefS

                        Birmingham

                        3 reviews

                        2.0

                        3 reviews

                        Dined on November 11, 2023

                        1. Overall 2
                        2. Food 1
                        3. Service 3
                        4. Ambience 2
                        Very Quiet, was the only couple having afternoon tea and it arrived late (around 30 mins after sitting down), however, the waitress gave us complimentary Prosecco for it. The sandwich were ok but nothing wowed us, we had to spit the egg sand which out but the ham and cheese wrap was delicious. Scones were dry and the desserts was nice but very weird flavours. The brownie like dessert and the hot chocolate was the best thing. It didn’t feel like a Hilton standard of food but waitresses were lovely and helpful.

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                      7. DAVIDB

                        Norfolk/Suffolk

                        3 reviews

                        3.0

                        3 reviews

                        Dined on October 28, 2023

                        1. Overall 3
                        2. Food 2
                        3. Service 3
                        4. Ambience 3
                        Compared to afternoon tea at nearby Browns, which costs the same, this was not value for money. Only two identical scones, and a modest amount (I counted eight) of thinly sliced sandwiches. Also some miniature cakes. The service was pleasant and friendly and I tipped the waiter accordingly. When I'd finished my pot of tea, the waiter brought me a second pot at no extra charge. But the same generosity needed to be extended to the meal itself. There was simply not enough food for two adults.

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                      8. OpenTable Diner

                        Cambridge

                        1 review

                        1.0

                        1 review

                        Dined on July 10, 2023

                        1. Overall 1
                        2. Food 2
                        3. Service 3
                        4. Ambience 1
                        Totally misleading venue main photo! 😖 The hotel is NOT by the river as its photo on open table shows! We were in a large lounge on the first floor and windows overlook a road! We expressed our disappointment. Food was okay, the staff were very polite, but didn’t make up for the total lack of atmosphere… I had invited my friend to an afternoon tea by the river and we didn’t get it ☹️

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                      9. ManigehF

                        London

                        1 review

                        1.0

                        1 review

                        Dined on July 1, 2023

                        1. Overall 1
                        2. Food 1
                        3. Service 1
                        4. Ambience 1
                        I booked this to celebrate my friend birthday. On arrival they had not been notified and asked to see the booking. Place was dirty and tables not clean. We were told the tea would be late and offered us soft drinks on the house. I ordered drinks as my level of disappointment was high at that point and told them we are not staying. I was charged for the drinks before leaving. I would never go there again and have put that on social media to warn people.

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                      10. MalcolmT

                        London

                        2 reviews

                        5.0

                        2 reviews

                        Dined on May 6, 2023

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Very good experience. Food was good and overall good value.

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                      Afternoon Tea at Hilton Cambridge - Lounge Bar is rated 3.8 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

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

                      Make a reservation

                      2 people
                      7:00 p.m.
                      Booked 1 time today
                      Experiences are available.
                      Google Map for Afternoon Tea at Hilton Cambridge - Lounge Bar

                      20 Downing Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 3DT

                      Additional information

                      • Neighbourhood
                        Cambridge
                      • Hours of Operation
                        Bar Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
                      • Price
                        £26 to £40
                      • Cuisines
                        British, Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                      • Dining style
                        Casual Dining
                      • Dress code
                        Smart Casual
                      • Parking details
                        Hotel Parking
                      • Payment Options
                        AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                      • Executive Chef
                        Ermal Cani
                      • Additional
                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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