The staff were amazing, super friendly and helpful. The food was fabulous, delicious and well presented
Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Chelsea
Chelsea doesn’t do ordinary afternoons. Sloane Square brings the poise, King’s Road brings the flair, and suddenly tea feels like a full-blown occasion. Planning a birthday treat with extra sparkle? Hosting a bridal shower that calls for clinking fine china? Or simply rounding up your favourite people for an excuse to dress up? Afternoon tea venues in Chelsea deliver tiered stands stacked with delicate pastries, warm scones with lashings of cream, and expertly brewed blends served in seriously elegant rooms. This is the postcode where lingering is encouraged and refills are welcomed. Have a browse and find your spot.
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from £1050
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUnique Baby Shower
33 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonJJason C.
“The afternoon tea sets were great and the service spot on.” -
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonNNa
“The afternoon tea was lovely and all the guests in our group really enjoyed the food.” -
from £2000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Conservatory Room
24 guestsManicomio Chelsea RestaurantSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonMMike W.
“Great room for a private group (we were 17). Really weak looked after by the team.” -
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPJ's Restaurant
130 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonWWesam A.
“The space, and the nice people running it.” -
from £1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine Room
30 guestsBluebird ChelseaChelsea, LondonThe Mezzanine Room is a private dining room in Bluebird Chelsea organised around a single long table, giving the space a formal, focused layout suited to seated meals.
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from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Mezzanine
65 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonHHelen S.
“Beautiful venue, very attentive staff and great food.” -
from £1600
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Gallery Room
36 guestsManicomio Chelsea RestaurantSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonKKirsten S.
“The Conservatory room at Manicomio Chelsea was the perfect venue for our small wedding celebration.” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDaylesford BromptonCross Cafe
50 guestsDaylesford Organic Brompton CrossSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonHHelen
“Couldn't fault them. Food was delicious and the run up to the event was well managed too.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBluebird Room
30 guestsBluebird ChelseaChelsea, LondonMinimum spends apply varying on the day of the week and month. The Bluebird Room is on the ground floor and benefits from a private entrance. There is a stunning private bar within the space, making the room suitable for
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from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Room
24 guestsThe Chelsea TownhouseSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonBest for: Wedding morning preparation; private dining and afternoon tea; intimate photoshoots and small celebratory stays. Location: Cadogan Gardens in Chelsea sits on a garden square and provides a quieter base a short walk
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from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Private Hire
130 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonJJon H.
“Great service, very attentive throughout the process right from booking to attending.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wren
14 guestsThe Sloane ClubSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonDDrew
“Fantastic communication and easy to book the venue.”
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FAQs about Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Chelsea
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £1050 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Chelsea, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £2700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £65 | per person |
| From £600 | to £4705 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Private Conservatory Room at Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant in Chelsea - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The Conservatory room at Manicomio Chelsea was the perfect venue for our small wedding celebration.’ -
PJ's Restaurant at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in South Kensington - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Atmosphere and food was good, very attentive staff and thoroughly enjoyed the eventing...’ -
Unique Baby Shower at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The afternoon tea was lovely and all the guests in our group really enjoyed the food.’
You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Chelsea, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 45 and 70 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Dining Room | prices average £1050 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 50 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 85 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 35 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 70 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 150 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Chelsea, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:
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The Curio & Lounge at 11 Cadogan Gardens, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 35 guests
Venue said: It is an ideal room for a variety of occassions, from business meetings to social dinners. The Curio adjoins to The Curio Lounge, a private and flexible space perfect for pre-dinner drinks or a break-out room for meetings. -
King's Room at Sticks'n'Sushi Chelsea, rated 5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: The space includes fixed wooden seating and a bench along one wall and is set for private dining service. The room is wheelchair accessible and supported by accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance. -
Lady in Black at The Sloane Club, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for a small party - up to 50 guests.’
Cheap afternoon tea venues in Chelsea start from £300 hire fee per event or £25 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
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Conservatory at 11 Cadogan Gardens, from £300 hire fee per event (up to 6 guests seated)
Venue said: A serene environment with a garden themed décor perfect for an intimate meeting or dinner. The conservatory has natural light, connects to the drawing room and has access to the secluded outside terrace. -
Entire Venue at Big Easy Restaurant - Kings Road, Chelsea, from £25 per person (up to 180 guests seated)
Venue said: This venue is an American BBQ and seafood restaurant presenting casual, unpretentious dining across an open-plan room. Design: The interior has exposed brick walls, reclaimed wood flooring and an industrial ceiling fitted... -
Geisha Lounge at The March Hare, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The room downstairs was brilliant, cocktails really good and we were delighted with the food.’
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