Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens

Name: Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens
Address: 15 Montague Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1B 5BJ
Telephone: 020 7612 8416
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.3

4.3

75 Reviews

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

15 Montague Street, London, WC1B 5BJ

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2 people

Apr 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Charming
Gluten-free-friendly

There's nowhere better to savour a delicious traditional Afternoon Tea than The Montague, overlooking peaceful gardens in the heart of London or in our beautiful Leopard Bar.

Our Afternoon Tea includes a scrumptious selection of warmly baked plain and raisin scones, delicious cakes, and freshly hand-cut sandwiches including egg and mayo, smoked salmon, chicken, cucumber, and cream cheese. We ensure we pay proper respect to this special ritual while offering some intriguing variations on the original, with a delicious 'Prince & Princess' option for the little ones.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
020 7612 8416
Website
http://www.montaguehotel.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Martin Halls
Private party facilities
The Montague on the Gardens offers an exquisite venue for a variety of events, including elegant weddings, joyful celebrations, summer parties, Christmas parties, bachelor parties, hen dos, conferences and meetings. Beyond our spacious function rooms & dedicated events manager, we are renowned for our seasonal pop-ups: Beach Bar & Ski Lodge.

Location
15 Montague Street, London, WC1B 5BJ
Neighborhood
Holborn
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
5 minute walk to Russel Square Underground Station or Holborn Underground Station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Bottomless Afternoon Tea
£160.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy the ultimate Afternoon Experience at The Montague on the Gardens. Guests can enjoy Bottomless tea delicacies and Lanson Champagne. This Afternoon Tea experience is available daily, subject to availability Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free options are available. £160 per person (15% service charge applicable) Available between 1 pm - 5 pm for 90 mins.
The Montague Street Gardens Series: Open Gardens
£39.00 per person
Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 8, 2025
This year marks the 26th year of London Open Gardens, an annual event that offers unique access to over one hundred hidden green spaces not normally open to the public. In partnership with The Bedford Estates, The Montague on the Gardens is delighted to offer visitors of the London Open Gardens Weekend an Afternoon Tea Takeaway. Guests can enjoy this as a picnic in the exclusive setting of Montague Street Gardens, located behind the iron wrought gates adjacent to the Montague on the Gardens. Afternoon Tea takeaways are available on Saturday 7th June and Sunday 8th June between 11.30am and 3pm (subject to availability). £39 per person, which includes the complimentary ticket to the gardens Terms and conditions: • Priced at £39 per person, this includes access to Montague Street Gardens and Afternoon Tea • The Afternoon Tea will be packaged in a takeaway box, which can be collected at the specified time of your booking, from the gate of the Montague Street Gardens. This will contain a selection of sandwiches, seasonal cakes, and fresh scones. No drinks will be included. The Montague on the Gardens hotel team will be operating a pop-up bar during the weekend for guests to enjoy, with payment required on the day. • Booking in advance is required and limited availability applies • Traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal menus are available, please specify any dietary requirements at the point of booking • Visitors can enjoy the Afternoon Tea as a picnic in the gardens, as a self-service experience. A collection of tables and chairs will be available, but these may be limited. We cannot guarantee seating. • Full pre-payment is required at the point of booking and is strictly non-refundable.
Montague Street Gardens Soirée: Live Jazz Evening
£20.00 per person
Jun 26, 2025 only
The Montague on the Gardens presents a one-of-a-kind live jazz evening set in the enchanting Montague Street Gardens, with exclusive access granted in partnership with The Bedford Estates. This luxurious outdoor event offers an unforgettable summer night of music, elegance, and atmosphere in the heart of London. Join us for a magical experience where smooth jazz fills the air under the open sky. Tickets: • The evening runs from 5pm-9pm • This is a ticketed event. Tickets can be purchased for £20 per person which includes a complimentary drink (Prosecco, Wine, beer or soft drink - one drink per person). • Additional drinks can be bought from the Montague on the Gardens Pop Up Bar. • Payments are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable. Terms and Conditions: • Limited seating will be available • Please note: This is an outdoor event and advise that guests dress appropriately for the weather. We recommend bringing a coat or umbrella in case of cool or wet weather. • Kindly note: Outside food and drink are not permitted. A welcome drink is included with your ticket, and additional refreshments will be available on site.

Traditional Afternoon Tea£60.00
Your choice of our selected tea varieties
Roast Ham and Cheese
Smoked Salmon with Horseradish Sauce
Free-Range Corn-Fed Chicken with Celery and Mayonnaise
Cucumber and Cream Cheese
Traditional Plain and Fruit Scones
Served with homemade strawberry preserve and clotted cream
Selection of Seasonal Pastries
Ultimate Bottomless Afternoon Tea£160.00
Includes bottomless food and drink (90 minutes)
Lanson Le Black Réserve, Brut NV
Champagne
Glass 125ml
Lanson Père et Fils£19.00
Brut NV Lanson Rosé£22.00
Little Prince & Princess Tea£24.50
Jam and Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Cupcake and Ice Cream
Served with a hot chocolate or a soft drink

What 75 people are saying

Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

75 Reviews

K
Kerri
London2 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really lovely venue and the Xmas afternoon tea was expensive for what it was - the scones were flat and dry and the sweet patisserie was very poor and dry and lacked flavour. The sandwiches were the best part and the chicken and almond one went down the best. We also ordered a magnum of champagne and the glasses they served it in were very cheap and disappointing to drink Veuve from… it was ok but wouldn’t rush back as better afternoon tea and patisserie skills at another hotel…
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Najla
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely experience We loved the afternoon tea and all the pastries and the cakes
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slbsamantha
West Sussex3 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food is mediocre. You can get as good, if not better, at any village coffee shop. The exceptions were the mango tea (that is divine) & the chicken sandwich with crushed almond crumb. The rest is nothing special at all. The venue’s decor is tired. Service lacks finesse (a pot of hot tea ended up on a diner’s lap). Tables are too small for the type of food being served & you don’t feel that this is a place where you can take your time. The cost is exorbitant for what you receive. It’s London pricing + some.
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
4.0
Dined on July 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
As described. Everyone was helpful and made the extra mile to accommodate food allergies and preferences
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Elle
New Mexico81 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Relaxing afternoon tea in a beautiful setting. They were able to accommodate gluten free diet and also a low sugar diabetic diet. It was the high point of a hectic day in London!
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OpenTable Diner
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon at the Montague, lovely staff and very child friendly
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Pami VIP
London9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience , ambience amazing food delicious
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LaurenceP
London1 review
1.0
Dined on December 29, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Pour service and bad surprise when receiving the bill. The service was extra-charged which made the final price quite different from what was announced in Opentable reservation. Is it Opentable police to give prices without taxes or was The Montague unfair?
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OpenTable Diner
London4 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 5, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Service was good, tired venue and not good value for money
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Steph
London1 review
3.0
Dined on October 2, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall the price/quality ratio is low. Pros: nice environment with garden view, easy to get a table in short notice, friendly staff, service is good, it’s possible to refill the tea, vegetarian option is possible, kids are not forced to take the normal tea package like other places Con: the sandwiches are ok, the scones are good and the sweets are not so good. Most of the guests didn’t touch or finish the food.
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FAQs

Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens is rated 4.3 stars by 75 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens

15 Montague Street, London, WC1B 5BJ

Additional information

Neighborhood
Holborn
Hours of operation
Daily 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
5 minute walk to Russel Square Underground Station or Holborn Underground Station.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Martin Halls
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.montaguehotel.com/
Phone number
020 7612 8416
Private party facilities
The Montague on the Gardens offers an exquisite venue for a variety of events, including elegant weddings, joyful celebrations, summer parties, Christmas parties, bachelor parties, hen dos, conferences and meetings. Beyond our spacious function rooms & dedicated events manager, we are renowned for our seasonal pop-ups: Beach Bar & Ski Lodge.

Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Bottomless Afternoon Tea

The Montague Street Gardens Series: Open Gardens

Montague Street Gardens Soirée: Live Jazz Evening

Menu

Afternoon Tea

Traditional Afternoon Tea£60.00

Roast Ham and Cheese

Smoked Salmon with Horseradish Sauce

Free-Range Corn-Fed Chicken with Celery and Mayonnaise

Cucumber and Cream Cheese

Traditional Plain and Fruit Scones

Selection of Seasonal Pastries

Ultimate Bottomless Afternoon Tea£160.00

Lanson Le Black Réserve, Brut NV

Champagne

Lanson Père et Fils£19.00

Brut NV Lanson Rosé£22.00

Little Prince & Princess Tea£24.50

Jam and Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Cupcake and Ice Cream

What 75 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Afternoon Tea at The Montague on the Gardens restaurant rated?

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