Traditional British Afternoon Tea

An Elegant Experience of Charm, Ceremony, and Indulgence.

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.

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.

Afternoon Tea A la Carte

Tea Sandwiches, Crostini, Nibbles & Pastries

Per Dozen $24

Egg Salad on Wheat

Cucumber, Maldon Sea Salt & Butter on White

Cucumber, Bombay Chutney & Arugula on White

Honey Ham, Swiss, Mustard & Mayo on White

Sriracha Deviled Eggs

Sausage Rolls

Per Dozen $36

Coronation Chicken on Cranberry Nut Bread

Tarragon Chicken on Whole Wheat

Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese on Pumpernickel

Grilled Veggies, Chevre, Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade on Focaccia

Pimento Cheese, Avocado, Tomato, Arugula

Bite Size Quiches (choose your filling) $33

Mushroom Leek

Ham & Cheese

Tomato, Cheddar & Bacon

Spinach, Dill & Feta

Sliders on Brioche (per dozen) $42

  Ham, Honey Mustard, Roasted Tomato, Arugula & Cheddar

 Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce, Sweet Jalapeno

Sliders on Brioche (per dozen) $48

 Lobster Salad

 Filet of Beef with Horseradish & Arugula

 Southwestern Crab Salad (cumin, cilantro, lime, mayo)

Crostini (per Dozen) $30

Avocado & Lobster

Roasted Pepper Tapenade & Roasted Tomato

Prawns & Marie Rose Sauce

Mushroom, Truffle Oil & Parmesan Cheese

Skewers (per Dozen) $30

Seasonal Fruit

Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil

Grapes, Parmesan, Parma Ham

Salami, Parmesan Potato, Roasted Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil

Mini Sweet Treats (per dozen) $18

Ginger Molasses Cookies

Profiteroles

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Mini Pastries (per dozen) $33

Loaded Sones with Clotted Cream & Strawberry Jam

Brownies, nut free GF

Blueberry Buckle GF

Key Lime Tarts

 French Macaroons

Hungarian Shortbread

More Sweets (per dozen) $38

Lemon Curd in Chocolate Shells GF

Mini Victoria Sponge Cakes

Chocolate Pot au Cream Tarts

 Panna Cotta with Strawberry Sauce GF

Banoffe Chocolate Toffee Tarts

Mini Pavlovas GF

Boozy English Fruit Cake with Marizpan & Fondant

 Seasonal Fruit Crisp Cups GF

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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