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Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Afternoon Tea
76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
(1741 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Fireplace
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100


Indulge in tradition with our renowned afternoon tea served in the Lounge. Featuring over 60 meticulously selected loose-leaf teas from around the world, a unique coffee experience, and an exquisite selection of sweet and savory treats, "tea at the Nellie" has become a cherished tradition in Cape Town.

MENU OPTIONS:

Classic Afternoon Tea: R595 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Vegan Afternoon Tea: R595 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Gluten-Free Afternoon Tea: R595 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Champagne Afternoon Tea: Additional R400 per person, includes a glass of Moët & Chandon.
Available:
Monday to Friday: 11:00 - 15:00 (Last seating)
Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 or 15:00

Reviews (1741)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • John Howard C. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 03 Apr 25
    Excellent experience. Superb.

  • Amanda S. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 03 Apr 25
    We had a wonderful experience! So special and would recommend it to all!

  • Jens R. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 02 Apr 25
    Some of the food was too sweet.

  • Claire B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • MICHELLE MARIANI Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 01 Apr 25
    It is the perfect afternoon tea!

  • Iwona L. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Bernadette R. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 01 Apr 25
    It was recommended to us and we were not dissapointed. Great experience.

  • Anne K. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Mar 25
    We enjoyed our meal so much but I do prefer a help yourself buffet … We were 3 people, we found the table to be to cluttered with two cake stands on the table .. otherwise it was perfect! We loved the piano players fantastic .. and our service was excellent …

  • Vuyelwa N. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Mar 25
    The service was outstanding, everything was outstanding and we enjoyed everything

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 17h00