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Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Location Pointer 76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.8
(2520 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Fireplace
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - 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 savoury treats, "tea at the Nellie" has become a cherished tradition in Cape Town.

MENU OPTIONS:

Classic Afternoon Tea: R650 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Vegan Afternoon Tea: R650 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Gluten-Free Afternoon Tea: R650 per person, includes a glass of sommelier’s choice iced tea or L’Ormarins Cap Classique.
Champagne Afternoon Tea: Additional R345 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 (2520)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Louise S. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Lara D. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Jul 26
    Thanks for a truly memorable afternoon. Thuli made it special, she is a warm and gracious host. We also enjoyed our conversation with Craig - so knowledgeable and passionate about tea. Can't wait to return.

  • Trizanne K. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Shaida P. Dined: 5 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 19 Jul 26
    Cheslyn, our lady that seeing to us was lovely. She was attentive and had such a beautiful demeanor. I would have loved more pastries.

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 19 Jul 26
    Thuli our waitress was very attentive and friendly and made the afternoon tea a special time for us

  • Channing B. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Jul 26
    Спасибо!

  • Annaline S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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