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Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Afternoon Tea
Location Pointer 76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.7
(2041 reviews)
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Attributes

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

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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

Opening Hours

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

Reviews (2041)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Annelise L. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Sep 25
    We has an absolutely amazing time. The manager came to, personally, greet us and the staff were so friendly. 10 out of 10.

    1
  • Meegan K. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Sep 25
    Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea is a wonderful treat especially for celebrating special occasions. The savory elements are lovely but not fantastic other than the mushroom pastry and the chicken sandwich. The cold soup is average. Think the savory elements need some refinement. The sweet treats were all delicious, no misses. The cheesecake from the main table was sublime... best I've ever had. The staff were all lovely but the no photographs with a camera was odd though phone cameras allowed even a tiny film camera was frowned upon but we did make up for it in the beautiful gardens. The 2-hour time limit is also very restrictive and rushed. But despite that I'd definitely return.

    1
  • Ashley S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Zuhayr K. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Carine W. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Maria Teles R. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 29 Aug 25
    Was absolutely beautiful

    1
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