Did you know this neighbourhood was once home to London’s very first tea rooms? Today, Mayfair is the gold standard for an elegant experience with afternoon tea venues that range from grand hotels pouring Earl Grey on Piccadilly, to hidden parlours down on Shepherd Market, where scones and conversation are served with extra style. Fancy a spot with Champagne, a gluten-free spread, or a classic three-tier tray? You’re in the right place. Simply choose your favourite, and treat yourself to a Mayfair afternoon that’s as refined as the postcode.
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £2250 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 Mayfair, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1100 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £55 | to £90 | per person |
| From £100 | to £200 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
The Library at University Women's Club
in Mayfair - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘They paid attention to all the details, the timing, had the AV and room ready just the way we needed it.’
Afternoon Tea at The Chesterfield Mayfair
in Mayfair - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I wish I could give the team and venue more than 5 stars!! Everything was PERFECT!’
SolMar at Casa do Frango - Mayfair
in Mayfair - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue for a private food. The food was incredible, and plenty of it.’
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 Mayfair, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 25 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 85 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Dining Room | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 70 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 75 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 120 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £5000 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 75 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 25 guests seated. Here are some great options in Mayfair, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
The Dragon Room at Hakkasan Mayfair, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: The room is wheelchair accessible and served by accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance. Ideal for: Small corporate teams and private groups seeking a polished, seated dinner in an intimate setting.
Half Moon Suite at Flemings Mayfair, rated 4.9/5 - boardroom for 20 guests
Venue said: Flemings Mayfair is a luxury townhouse hotel that pairs refined, gallery-style interiors with attentive, personalised service. Venue highlights: The hotel contains an intimate cocktail bar and lounge alongside private dining...
Kitchen Library at Corrigan's Mayfair, rated 4.9/5 - kitchen for 6 guests
Venue said: The room is served directly by the kitchen and front-of-house staff to support plated service. Ideal for: Small private groups seeking an intimate, seated private-dining experience in a quietly polished setting.
Cheap afternoon tea venues in Mayfair start from £55 per person or £70 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Wine Room at Gaucho Piccadilly, from £55 per person
(up to 20 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The Wine Room is elegant and quiet for our private dinner party.’
The Charles Suite at The Chesterfield Mayfair, from £70 hire fee per hour
(up to 70 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘I would definitely book the venue again in future.’
The Den at The Mayfair Townhouse, from £350 hire fee per event
(up to 14 guests seated)
Venue said: The Den is a private dining room in The Mayfair Townhouse defined by intimate, enclosed proportions that create a self-contained dining space. Design: The Den has deep red walls, a continuous tufted leather banquette, herringbone...
Page last updated in October 2026
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