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Enjoy kids afternoon tea at The Coral Room and Dalloway Terrace
20/08/26

Enjoy kids afternoon tea at The Coral Room and Dalloway Terrace

When you think of afternoon tea, you probably picture taking someone you love, like your mum, your sister, your best friend and settling in for a leisurely afternoon of delicate sandwiches, beautifully crafted cakes and, of course, a glass of fizz or two… But why should grown-ups have all the fun? Our little ones deserve their own afternoon tea adventures too, and when I heard that Dalloway Terrace was offering a Secret Garden Afternoon Tea for children, I jumped at the chance to introduce my three-year-old to something I absolutely love. I had a feeling he was going to love it just as much as I do.


Dalloway terrace, part of The Bloomsbury hotel is absolutely stunning, it’s known for it’s spectacular florals and quintessentially British charm blooms, a botanical setting like no other, I’ve been lucky to visit a few times and every time I visit I'm blown away, it really does feel like a treat.


The Secret Garden Afternoon Tea, priced at a reasonable £30 per child, has been designed especially with little guests in mind. Inspired by the much-loved children’s classic The Secret Garden, it’s the perfect size for smaller appetites while still feeling every bit as special as the grown-up experience. And the details are adorable. There’s a chocolate flower pot served in a tiny terracotta pot, a shortbread key and Mary’s Victoria sponge, all adding to the secret-garden theme. Children also receive an activity book and coloured pencils on arrival, giving them something to enjoy while they wait for their treats to arrive. The savoury selection includes classic finger sandwiches filled with cucumber, free-range egg mayonnaise and Emmental, all served on soft white bread. Then come the sultana and vanilla scones, accompanied by Cornish clotted cream and seasonal preserve.


Right next to Dalloway Terrace is the Coral Room, equally as gorgeous and impressive, we entered through The Coral room, once inside it’s hard not to stop and marvel at the decor. The Coral room was pretty quiet and more spacious, and I thought being seated here would give him enough room to wiggle around when the excitement inevitably became too much for one chair. The staff were incredible in accommodating and seating us on a big table in The Coral Room.


Our waiter greeted us with a big smile and immediately brought over the complimentary activity book and coloured pencils, my son’s eyes lit up and within seconds, he was happily drawing away while I settled in with a glass of champagne and a matcha latte.



Once the eye-catching cake tiers arrived my son perked up and started eyeing up the cakes I managed to get him to try the delicate finger sandwiches first, he enjoyed the cucumber and free-range egg mayonnaise sandwich and before I could persuade him to try another he jumped up and asked for the chocolate flower pot served in a terracotta pot, I must say it certainly was a piece of art, beautiful crafted and almost too good to want to break in and devour it. Luckily for my son, he didn’t share the same thoughts and tucked in the minute it hit his plate. It was chocolatey and indulgent, it was a huge hit.


The shortbread key was a little sparkle of joy and that was picked up next, by this point I was totally winning mum points! Next up were the warm scones, and watching a three-year-old proudly apply his own jam and cream on his scones, was almost as enjoyable as watching him eat them. The scones were buttery, soft and exactly what you want from a traditional afternoon tea. The afternoon tea also comes with a little silver pan with mini carrots and cucumber sticks which was a welcome surprise, as much as you want the experience to be enjoyable with all the sweet treats, if there is a way to sneak in some vegetables, that’s the real bonus!


The dining experience was exceptional, from the moment we arrived, my son was treated like a very important little guest. The activity book immediately captured his attention, the food felt exciting and special, and the whole experience was relaxed enough for my three-year-old to enjoy. He talked about his little chocolate flower pot long after we’d left, which I think says everything.


Available everyday from 12pm to 4pm.

For more information and to book, click here.


Words and photography by Nyla Sammons

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Where to dine for Valentine’s Day in London – 2013

  • Feb 5, 2023
  • 2 min read

Updated: May 23, 2024

Looking for the perfect restaurant to wine and dine your loved one on Valentine’s Day? We have rounded up our favourite places in the capital to give you a night to remember.

Savage Garden

Looking for opulence, a romantic setting and breathing taking views of London? Look no further, Savage Garden at Tower Bridge is set on the 12th floor and offers the ultimate Valentine’s day treat! Savage Garden’s Sicilian mixologist Mario Giaconia has created the Bloody Roses cocktail as part of Savage’s All’s Fair in Love and War theme.

Diners can choose from Savage favourites, which include Honey Miso Aubergine Burger with fried green tomatoes, Coconut Beef Short Ribs with savage slaw, Crispy Squid Stick with pineapple ketchup and Citrus Buttermilk and Chicken Sliders with Kimchi Slaw and Korean Ketchup.

Pivot Bar & Bistro

Spend your Valentine’s Day overlooking the iconic Covent Garden Piazza with dinner at Pivot Bar & Bistro. You and your loved one will be treated to a three-course menu. Highlights include traditional Chicken Liver Pate, Seared Scallops, Burrata & Heirloom Tomatoes, Fillet of Beef and the Pan Seared Sea Bass. Special V-Day cocktails on offer include the Floral Negroni and the Love & Passion Margarita. Available from the 11th – 14th of February.

Priced at £45.00pp

The Stablehand

The Stablehand in Connaught Village is celebrating love with a special 4-course menu, available on Valentine’s Day. Dishes include Smoked Venison, Jersey Oyster with gin-infused apple, Beef Fillet with pressed potato served with horseradish cream and for dessert, guests will be spoilt with the Chocolate and Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream.

Priced at £54.95pp

Bokan 37

Treat your loved one to a romantic evening at Bōkan 37 in Canary Wharf, with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning views of London’s skyline. Bokan 37 is offering an intimate seven-course dinner courtesy of Executive Chef Robert Manea. Highlights include Short Ribs, Parsnip and Shiitake Mushrooms, Scallop with Champagne Beurre Blanc and a special V-Day dessert, Love Forever – a heart-shaped red velvet sponge with blood orange, milk and dark chocolate mousse – accompanied by a glass of champagne.

Priced at £150pp.

The Cadogan Arms and The George 

The Cadogan Arms and The George will be offering a special three-course Valentine’s Day menu alongside an Oyster and Martini flight available from 13th-19th February. The indulgent three-course menu from Executive Chef, Alex Harper is a real treat! Dishes include Caramelised Onion Tart with Berkswell and a Waldorf Salad, Steak Rossini with Foie Gras, Beef Fat Brioche and Madiera Jus.

Priced at £70.00pp

Sam’s Riverside

Head chef James and Sam have curated an exquisite three-course menu for Valentine’s Day. Starters include Blood Orange Venison Carpaccio, Pickled Rhubarb and Jerusalem Artichoke or the Sam Riverside’s renowned Oysters to share, served with a refreshing cucumber and gin dressing.

For mains, guests can enjoy a Cauliflower and Truffle Wellington with Kale and Mustard Velouté. Or the mouth-watering Rib Eye on the Bone, served with a choice of Bearnaise or Peppercorn sauce, fresh watercress, and hand-cooked chips. Desserts include an Apple Tart Tartin with Vanilla ice cream and Calvados Anglaise.

Priced at £75pp with canapes and Gusbourne Brut reserve served on arrival.

 
 
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