The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

4.3

363 Reviews

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Charming
Fancy
Good for special occasions

The stunning Sofitel London St James is located in the former home of Cox’s and King’s bank in the very heart of London, England. This sympathetically renovated building is English heritage grade II listed and now houses one of London's most unique five-star hotels - combining traditional British design with a contemporary style that is unmistakably French.

Inspired by the Hotel’s French origins mixed with British influence,
The Rose Lounge brings a mix of classic French flavors whilst also moving away from the standard concept of finger sandwiches by introducing something different to the savory offering with dishes such as aubergine and feta tart or shrimp beignet with lemon mayonnaise.

This theme continues on the sweet side, with a twist on the classic afternoon tea with a chocolate salted caramel and praline délice, Followed by a strawberry and basil tartlet and a lemon madeleine.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Daily 9:00 am–6:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
020 7747 2200
Website
https://sofitelstjames.com/the-rose-lounge.html
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Lerrick Coelho

Location
6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN
Neighborhood
Piccadilly
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross stations
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Festive Morning Tea
£45.00 - £90.00 per person
Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable morning tea experience, surrounded by our festive cheer. Enjoy classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and the prettiest patisserie. With a wonderful perfectly matched tea selection to choose from, or add a little more sparkle to the occasion with a glass of Champagne.
Festive Afternoon Tea
£45.00 - £90.00 per person
Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable afternoon tea experience, surrounded by our festive cheer. Enjoy classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and the prettiest patisserie. With a wonderful perfectly matched tea selection to choose from, or add a little more sparkle to the occasion with a glass of Champagne.
Vegan Afternoon Tea
£70.00 per person
Apr 15, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Enjoy our Vegan Afternoon Tea at The Rose Lounge. Featuring freshly baked scones served with vegan cream, vegan cheese, and cucumber on spinach bread and an array of desserts.

What 363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

363 Reviews

L
Lauren
London
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The Rose Lounge was a total rip off - I paid £184 for a small festive afternoon tea for two, which is extortionate for what it was. This didn't even include any alcohol! The savoury course was tiny only 1 sandwich and 3 bitesize bits, the scones were two bites - for £92 per person (inc. service charge) I would expect full size scones. The cakes looked nice, but weren't for me, unpleasant flavours, but I appreciate this is personal preference. It was nice enough, the staff were friendly and the venue/atmosphere was pleasant. The cello player was a nice touch, but he only seemed to know 5 songs so it became very repetitive. There any so many other places for afternoon tea in London that I would recommend over and above here.
The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St JamesResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Lauren, Many thanks for sharing your feedback. I am sorry you felt our afternoon tea offering did not represent good value. At Sofitel London St James we strive to display our genuine hospitality and generosity. Whilst we are committed to a sustainable approach with every dining experience, refills are always available. I sincerely apologise if that was not clearly communicated during your stay. I am very grateful for the kind feedback regarding our team and the general atmosphere. I would appreciate if you could contact me directly to further discuss your feedback. With kind regards Ivan Di Nasta Food & Beverage Manager
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Autumn
VIP
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the most wonderful afternoon tea with my daughter at The Rose Lounge! The pink decor and cozy chairs made us feel like princesses, and the staff went above and beyond to make our visit special. Love how they served everything on traditional tiered stands – the warm scones were a highlight and my daughter couldn't get enough of the treats! Perfect spot for a special mother-daughter date in London, though definitely book ahead. Worth the magical experience!
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Andrew
VIP
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very genteel presentation with excellent food and service in a lovely setting.
The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St JamesResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Andrew, We are truly grateful for your wonderful feedback. We hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another delightful meal. With kind regards Ivan Di Nasta Food and Beverage Manager
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best service we have ever experienced. The servers we had specifically Georgiana and Romania were the absolute best! They took their time explaining everything to us and did it so perfectly. I really recommend this place for high tea.
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OpenTable Diner
Monterrey
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ramona was an excellent added value to the experience… enjoyed chatting with her and her colleague. Thanks
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Jackie
Louisville
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful experience. Staff were beyond courteous. Well worth the trip!!!
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Natalia
Washington DC
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely tea service. I thought the finger sandwiches were a bit underwhelming (desserts were great, so save a lot of room), and it’s not as cool of a spot as some other teas in London. Service was friendly and attentive, and the teas were good.
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OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Would not recommend. Ridiculously overpriced for what it is. Food was not good, tea was very boring overall regret
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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The service is outstanding. But, the food. Its so overpriced and yet bland and boring. And If you pay 80 pounds, i expect more than i quarter of a muffin.
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Kevin
Austin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The lighting was low, the room was quiet, it was all quite relaxing as the food was excellent. We really enjoyed the attention and atmosphere. The staff were superb.
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FAQs

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James is rated 4.3 stars by 363 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Google Map for The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

6 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AN

Additional information

Neighborhood
Piccadilly
Hours of operation
Daily 9:00 am–6:30 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross stations
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Lerrick Coelho
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://sofitelstjames.com/the-rose-lounge.html
Phone number
020 7747 2200

The Rose Lounge, Sofitel St James

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Additional information

Experiences

Festive Morning Tea

Festive Afternoon Tea

Vegan Afternoon Tea

Menu

What 363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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