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The Savoy Afternoon Tea - Gallery, Greater London, London

Gallery

4.7
4.7
8007 Reviews
£41 and over
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Introducing Gallery (formerly known as Thames Foyer), a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel for drinking and dining, where guests can enjoy a perfect blend of our theatrical flair and relaxed charm.

The beautiful new space will seamlessly integrate contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, will entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist.

The Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea will return, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner.

Our delectable lunch offering will be available between 12:30 and 17:30 on a walk in basis.

*Please note that any reservations made are subject to the timely completion of the renovation and we may need to contact you to offer alternative dates should we experience a delay with the work.

Dress code: smart casual.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 12:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7420 2111
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nicolas Houchet
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    <br><br />The Savoy offers valet parking including in-and-out privileges. Alternative garages are also available in the surrounding area.<br /><br><br />Parking charges available on request.
  • Public transit
    Close to Charing Cross station, Embankment station and Covent Garden station.
  • Entertainment
    A pianist plays during Afternoon Tea service.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 8,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Contemporary British

  • West End London

    Contemporary British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gallery, located in the iconic Savoy Hotel, offers a mesmerizing afternoon tea experience in the Thames Foyer. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "exquisite ambiance," complemented by live piano music. While some find the afternoon tea "pricey," the luxurious setting and attentive staff make it an "unforgettable experience."

8,008 Reviews
  1. Adrian

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon tea at the newly opened Gallery was excellent. Francesca looked after us superbly explaining what everything was and what our choices were. Various packages range from the afternoon tea to other Les such as adding champagne and some main meals in the middle. There’s even a vegetarian choice. Service as I’ve said was outstanding. For tea lovers there are 3 pages of teas from black to green and fruit varieties. All served on Savoy Gallery plates echoing the lantern roof in the middle of the room. Sandwiches and savoury treats are first and the sweet offering of deliciously rich chocolate, scones, festive mince pies and cream, jam and lemon curd. Tea topped up all through listening to the lovely pianist. In the evenings there is often a singer.

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  2. Deborah

    Glasgow

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, ambience and food! Beautiful Savoy for a Christmas treat, Thankyou!

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  3. Shalan

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautifully decorated. Food was delicious. 10/10 do recommend.

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  4. Claire

    London

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The Thames Foyer at the Savoy no longer exists which is a shame as we have spent many happy hours there over the past 11 years and on over thirty separate occasions. Now The Gallery has replaced it which we are told has been many months in planning and execution. It looks superficially very stunning, light and bright with comfortable chairs, however the tables are much smaller as are the plates. You are now sat incredibly close to other guests and, as a result of this, your conversations are no longer private. This was previously never a problem and privacy was one thing you were guaranteed at the Thames Foyer. Overall it is noisier too. There are more tables and fewer staff who are working incredibly hard to serve you, but all they can actually do is bring food and drink to the tables. For the first time we were expected to pour our own tea rather than be served, this would have been ok if the teapots actually poured but none did and every time we filled our cups we risked scalding ourselves with hot fluids. As it is, the tablecloth became soaked. The sandwiches were delicious, the breads were soft and fresh and interesting. Tasty fillings and also different savoury bites made this course absolutely fantastic. They were very generous with refills too. The scones have not changed, nor has the jam, curd and cream options. The pastries were very similar to any you get at this type of afternoon tea and overall quite bland but pretty enough. The Savoy is not one of the easiest locations to get to. Now all its previous unique service for afternoon tea is no longer on offer customers can choose to go anywhere else for an identical afternoon tea experience across London at a similar price point. A lot will come down to personal preference but I do not think overall that the Savoy’s refurbishment has been worth waiting for and I am not in a hurry to return. This is a shame as the staff are lovely and willing to serve, they just no longer have the opportunity to do this.

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  5. Philip

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience in the gorgeous new Gallery at the Savoy. Would not hesitate to return. Ione was a total pleasure.

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  6. Nicola

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The new gallery is beautiful but they have massively increased the number of tables and they are now incredibly close together so you can hear everything people are talking about on the tables next to you which makes it a little uncomfortable. Also the new table arrangement means someone is facing a wall whilst the other gets to enjoy the beautiful decor of the room. Previously tables were spaced out and everyone on the table got a decent view with how tables were angled. The food however remains impeccable. Delicious afternoon tea treats and amazing selection of teas.

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  7. Lee

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the 4th time we have visited for afternoon tea, this time since the refit the service form staff is not what it used to be to be.

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  8. Thomas

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall good value for the money spent . Thank you to all for making my visit an absolute pleasure.

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  9. Pauline

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely experience from start to finish All of the staff so Friendly..our waitress named Ione was just lovely and a credit to the Savoy.. Thank you Ione for looking after us. Mark and Pauline Stevenson

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  10. Claire

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent vegan festive afternoon tea... Same selection as others which I love! Everything was amazing and loved the constant topping up of tea.

    1 person found this helpful

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Gallery is rated 4.7 stars by 8007 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Gallery

103 Strand, Greater London, London WCR2 0EW

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Afternoon Tea Daily 12:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Afternoon Tea, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    <br><br />The Savoy offers valet parking including in-and-out privileges. Alternative garages are also available in the surrounding area.<br /><br><br />Parking charges available on request.
  • Public transit
    Close to Charing Cross station, Embankment station and Covent Garden station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nicolas Houchet
  • Entertainment
    A pianist plays during Afternoon Tea service.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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