Afternoon Tea with a Twist at Slug & Lettuce 💅🫖

Looking for a stylish afternoon tea near you? At Slug & Lettuce, we’ve taken the classic high tea and given it a glam upgrade complete with cocktails, sweet treats and serious photo ops. It’s time to sip, snack, and socialise!

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Our afternoon tea for 2 is available Sunday to Friday* and makes the perfect excuse to catch up with friends, plan a hen party, or celebrate a special occasion in style. For those hunting for boozy afternoon tea, we’ve got you covered with prosecco or cocktails from our signature 2-for-1 menu.

Prefer to keep things chilled? Go for our alcohol-free option with mocktails, tea or coffee — ideal for those looking for a local afternoon tea without the bubbles.

*some venues also offer afternoon tea on a Saturday. Please check your local before booking. Afternoon tea must be booked 24 hours in advance.

Afternoon Tea at S&L

PICK YOUR SIP


Classic (from £15pp*):
☕ Tea, coffee, or any mocktail from our drinks menu

Tipsy (from £21pp*):
🥂 Two glasses of prosecco

Cocktail (from £22pp*):
🍸 Two cocktails from our 2-for-1 / 50% off selection

*pricing varies depending on location. Check your local website before booking.

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Afternoon Tea | Slug & Lettuce

WHAT'S ON THE MENU?


Each person gets a little bit of everything:

Savoury bites:

💗Pulled chicken brioche bun
 💗Bacon, lettuce & tomato sandwich
💗Mozzarella, cheddar & slow-roasted tomato focaccia (V)

Sweet treats:

💗Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
💗Salted Caramel Brownie Bites
💗Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bites
💗Strawberry Eton Mess Bites

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READY TO SIP AND SNACK? BOOK AFTERNOON TEA TODAY

Looking for places to go for afternoon tea with a modern twist? Slug & Lettuce brings the fun, flavour, and a sprinkle of glam to every tiered tray. With 70+ bars across the UK, finding a local afternoon tea that feels a little extra has never been easier. It’s time to get your table booked and get the group chat buzzing.

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What our guests say about afternoon tea at S&L...

"Emma was very friendly and looked after us really good. Would come back thanks to her! Loved our afternoon tea."
Ana Ana
July 06, 2025
"Nice bar, but stuck on one of the small tables, once we had drinks and the afternoon tea stand there wasn't much room. Food was very good and drinks were too. So only a tiny gripe"
Slug and lettuce, Edinburgh, George Street customer
June 30, 2025
"We enjoyed the afternoon tea. The service was excellent - the server was very courteous and efficient. Atmosphere was a bit flat as there were only a handful of other customers present and o... Read more
Slug and Lettuce Coventry customer
June 27, 2025
"Lovely afternoon tea which was a present to both of us. My husband has a very big sweet tooth.The service was excellent and plenty tea or coffee whichever you prefer."
Slug and Lettuce Newcastle Central customer
June 21, 2025
"We loved the Afternoon Tea. Thanks"
Slug and Lettuce Coventry customer
June 19, 2025
"The afternoon tea was lovely, sandwiches were delicious and the sweet treats were amazing."
Slug and Lettuce Liverpool customer
June 17, 2025
"Afternoon teas need looked into asap The afternoon tea was very poor, the cake selection was the only good part. The sandwiches we received looked as if some kids had put them together, to t... Read more
June 16, 2025
"A very good afternoon tea at the Slug and Lettuce Oracle Riverside. Served on a lovely tiered cake stand, the menu included delicate rolls and sandwiches, jam, scones and cream, a mousse, an... Read more
Slug and Lettuce Reading Riverside customer
June 16, 2025
"Emma and Nathan were very friendly and attentive. The afternoon tea was tasty and the sandwiches were a great twist on the usual offering for a tea, especially the pulled chicken. Music was ... Read more
Jon Restell
June 15, 2025
"None Afternoon tea was substandard sandwiches were hard. The scone was hard. Overall it was disgusting and not worth the cost Afternoon tea was not nice"
June 14, 2025
"No Fantastic service. Afternoon tea was lovely"
June 13, 2025
"Afternoon tea was a bit naff, everything tasted defrosted and stale."
Kerry
June 09, 2025
3 PEOPLE CHEERSING COCKTAILS

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S&L E-GIFT CARDS

Give the Gift of Glam

Afternoon Tea is always a good idea and it makes the perfect gift too. Whether it’s for birthdays, bridal showers or just-because moments, treat someone special to a Slug & Lettuce e-gift card. They’ll love you for it.

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FAQs - Your Afternoon Tea Questions, Answered 🍰

When is afternoon tea available at Slug & Lettuce?

Afternoon Tea is available Sunday to Friday, with selected Slug & Lettuce bars also offering on a Saturday. Availability may vary, so check your local bar when booking.


How much does it cost?

Prices start at £15 per person for the non-alcoholic option, and £21 per person for the boozy version. Prices vary by location and day of week. Find your local Slug & Lettuce to view pricing.


Do I need to book in advance?

Yes! Afternoon Tea must be booked 24 hours in advance so we can prep your table (and those gorgeous tiered trays!) in style.


What’s included in the boozy afternoon tea?

You’ll choose two of the same cocktail from our 2-for-1 / 50% off range (think Pornstar Martini, Hugo Spritz, Espresso Martini & more) or two glasses of prosecco. 


Is it just for two people?

Not at all! Afternoon Tea is for groups of two or more. Whether it’s a cute catch-up or a full-on celebration, we’ve got you.


Is this available at all Slug & Lettuce bars?

Yes! You can enjoy our Afternoon Tea experience at every location from Sunday to Friday. Some of our venues also offer it on Saturdays. Find your local Slug & Lettuce to check their availability.


Do you offer gluten-free or vegan options?

While we currently don’t offer gluten-free or vegan options as part of our Afternoon Tea, we do have plenty of delicious choices on our main menus to suit your dietary needs.


Is there a dress code?

Smart casual is the vibe. No sportswear, tracksuits or hats, but smart trainers are totally fine.

Terms & Conditions

*Price varies across the UK. Price displayed is the lowest banded variant. The price in your local Slug & Lettuce bar may be more expensive.

Do you have any allergies? If you have any allergies, please ask a team member for allergen information before ordering. Menu may not list all ingredients.

We have taken all reasonable steps to avoid the unintended presence of allergens. We cannot guarantee that we completely separate allergens in our kitchens.

We also cannot guarantee that products are completely free from allergens. This is because of cross-contamination. Our kitchens do not have allergen-free zones.

If you have any food allergies, please let the staff know before ordering to avoid cross-contamination. We cannot guarantee that any dishes are free from nut traces. Fish and poultry dishes may contain bones. All weights are approximate uncooked.

Please note that we do not operate a dedicated vegetarian/vegan kitchen area. (V) Suitable for vegetarians. (VG) Suitable for vegans. (VG-M) Suitable for vegans, yet may contain traces of milk and/or egg.

T&Cs apply: All bookings require a deposit or full payment to secure the booking. Please discuss this with management at the time of the booking. Management reserves the right to withdraw/change offers (without notice), at any time.

All menu items are subject to availability. Images are for illustrative purposes only.

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