Traditional British Afternoon Tea

An Elegant Experience of Charm, Ceremony, and Indulgence.

Inquire about Afternoon Tea
Inquire about Afternoon Tea

At Gruel Britannia, Afternoon Tea is more than a meal — it is a cherished British tradition brought to life on the Connecticut coast.

Reservations available daily from

2:30 PM - 4:30PM.

Once you complete the form, one of our GB Team will reach out to complete your booking.

ALL TEAS REQUIRE A CREDIT CARD ON HOLD BEFORE FULL CONFIRMATION.

$38 per person

Join us for a classic Afternoon Tea experience, thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented in true Gruel Britannia fashion. Enjoy a curated selection of traditional tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones with accompaniments, and an assortment of house-made sweets—each crafted with care and attention to detail.

Afternoon Tea is designed to be a relaxed, unhurried experience—perfect for catching up with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply enjoying a quiet moment over a proper cup of tea. Reservations are required, and a deposit is requested to secure your table.

Prefer to enjoy Afternoon Tea at home or at the office? Our Afternoon Tea Bento Trays To-Go offer the same thoughtful selection and presentation, perfectly packaged for takeaway or small gatherings.

For larger groups or customized gatherings, we also offer à la carte catering options, allowing you to build an Afternoon Tea experience tailored to your event.

A chocolate cake with raspberries on top, displayed on a glass cake stand, surrounded by orchids and small pastries, with a blurred indoor background.
Three-tiered tray with assorted desserts and finger sandwiches on a black countertop, with several decorative coffee mugs hanging on the wall in the background.
A table set for tea with a three-tiered platter filled with various pastries, sandwiches, and desserts. The table is decorated with floral-patterned china cups, plates, teapots, and glasses, with a window in the background.
A long dining table set for a celebration with floral centerpieces, tea cups, glasses, and decorations, with a person in black decorating at the far end in a cozy, decorated room.
A table set with an assortment of desserts, tea cups, and glasses of rosé wine, with a centerpiece of pink and white tulips in a green vase.
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