The Gilt Rooms was recommended to us by a friend who held an Alice Afternoon tea for her father's 80th birthday. Loving Mersea already, we decided to book an afternoon tea for ourselves. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by extremely friendly staff.
We were seated in the garden (we had our dog with us), which was sheltered, quirky and nicely designed, not overcrowded with tables and chairs as some places can be. Our afternoon tea was beautifully presented and so scrummy. Also included in the price were 2 cocktails - I highly recommend the Storm at Sea!.
We had a fabulous afternoon, walking on the beach with our dog, followed by a fabulous Afternoon Tea in a truly wonderful establishment. I cannot rate it highly enough.
What made it so special?
a) being able to attend with our dog who was welcomed as warmly as we were
b) The staff were warm and friendly
c) Staff attentive without hovering unnecessarily
d) Quality food
Delicious Peter Rabbit themed afternoon tea and especially delicious dairy free afternoon tea! A great selection of sandwiches, cakes and fresh hot scones, we didn’t manage to eat all the cakes so were given goody bags to take home. I highly recommend this as there are not many places I go to that cater for dairy free or only have a substandard equivalence, and this has been by far the best dairy free afternoon tea I’ve had!!
What an absolutely delightful little tea shop. Amazing lunch, nice strong coffee, and cakes to die for. Warm and friendly staff. You must visit here if your on mersea island. 10/10. �
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