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Morning & Afternoon Tea at Saxon Hotel

4.6 RRR+
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  • Child Friendly
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50

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Morning and Afternoon Tea is an elegant ritual steeped in tradition and one of the Saxon’s specialties. A sophisticated experience awaits you in the Piano Lounge, the ideal venue for taking a much-needed break from your busy day to catch up with friends over a cup of perfectly infused tea.

Whether you prefer savoury or sweet items, our pastry kitchen’s handcrafted decadent delights will be the perfect accompaniment to your morning or afternoon tea experience. Every delicate bite-sized treat is fashioned according to the team’s exceptional standards, using only the finest imported and local ingredients.

We’re looking forward to serving you as you take a moment to treat yourself, relax and unwind.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 09h30 - 16h00
  • Thursday 09h30 - 16h00
  • Friday 09h30 - 16h00
  • Saturday 09h30 - 16h00
  • Sunday 13h30 - 16h00

Reviews (450)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.5
  • Nandipha Y. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Zanya G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 11 May 26
    Hi Being in Hospitality myself, it was such an amazing experience Thanks so much

  • Naven G. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 May 26
    Excellent. A beautiful afternoon at Saxon. Service top notch and food to match.

  • Alisa C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Keketso M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 07 May 26
    They could've done better, the tea spread had missing items, people think we don't read menus and they can improvise, I was given a lone chicken skewer that was meant to be accompanied by mustard and apple slaw, there was none, it was my fault for not reporting it immediately.. The size for the gluten free items was miniscule and of lower quality that the usual ones, I saw for instance I was given huge amounts of condiments for one flat scone.. when I say what was meant to be a mushroom sandwich was a size of a two rand coin, they need to specify and say mini cheesecake, mini macaroon, the bean casulet with a crack was ok, the tiny cracker with salmon.. I would say in comparison to what I have experienced at Fairlawns Hotel and 54 on bath at a lower price, the quality and value was much better.. The Saxon has a standard to uphold, being served my spread by someone who was still learning who'd lean and peek at the spread and not doing this passionately was unfortunately.. the lady who welcomed me and served the tea was stellar at her work.. My journey from booking till my birthday with the Saxon leaves a lot to be desired, unacknowledged proof of payments, unresponsive and having systems that are not smooth.. In the duration of my bookings I had to complain about name misspelling, name written in all small letters, and ignored emails.. I spoke to the general Gustav whom instead of acknowledging comes with excuses and make my complains seem like an anomaly... I've never had to fight for great service like I did from one of the best and Renowned hotels in Johannesburg.. The Saxon do better..

  • Franchesca T. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service N/A
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 04 May 26
    This was an incredible experience, I was really appreciative of the delicious vegan savouries and especially the vegan cakes . They were really artistic and creative , presented so beautifully. Will definitely do another high to at the Saxon Thank you for a really special morning Francesca

  • Yovanka H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 03 May 26
    Incredible! Unlike any other high tea I’ve ever been to. The venue is beautiful, the food is perfectly and artfully crafted, the service is beyond 5 stars. What a memorable and lasting experience this will be.

  • Mbali N. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    No one does high tea like The Saxon 😮‍💨

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