Best Afternoon tea in Sunderland

6 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Hill Head Farm Tea Room
Hill Head Farm Tea Room
90/100 (641 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
British
Cafe
Cafe
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cream Scone
Afternoon tea
Beef Pie and Vegetables
Savaloy Dip
Sandwiches
Cake
Scones
Pies
Dumplings
Quiche
Cakes
Sit down
Café
British
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"This was my first visit yesterday and I must say I'm looking forward to going back . The staff were so friendly and the service was impeccable. The..."
Angela Wharton
"Great place - even though it was busy, it retains the quiet charm of a countryside tearoom. Great service - plenty of staff, all very friendly and..."
Neil Gray
"Four of us called yesterday, lovely place, staff really friendly, cheese pie delicious and came away with fresh..."
Florence Doyle
"I won the competition for afternoon tea for two, it was gorgeous ! Sandwiches, cakes, 3 types of scones, jam, cream, pot of tea and coffee. It was..."
Diane Marie Parker
"Just had a gorgeous jacket potato with salad for lunch today with my gluten intolerant mum, never ate out at a place before that had do much choice..."
Su Smith
"Just been for the first time. The staff are really friendly and all the food looked delicious. I had a cheese scone and it was lovely. Will..."
Debbie Cragg
"I visited today with my family as I won the competition.The staff were absolutely lovely,very friendly helpful and the service was brilliant.We had..."
Julie Tooley
"Love this place so friendly, great home cooked food, fantastic service, amazing cakes , my favourite hidden gem..."
Helen Pritchard
"Great place to eat. Proper food. Plenty of Parking. Friendly..."
Geoffrey Smith
"Lovely food lovely staff and we always enjoy it here..."
Sandra Kirkley
"Lovely place to visit for homemade food. Scones are amazing and a *Must try..."
Gail Miles
"What a hidden gem. Lovely tea room, really enjoyed our visit, and have told the family about it. You can reserve a table, which is good as it's a..."
mary garrett
"Excellent little tea rooms. Good choice of food and drinks. Would highly..."
Mandy Hedley
"Real home made food lovely. Staff very pleasant. Good..."
J W
"Lovely old fashioned t room , food always tasty and fresh. I prefer to sit outside when weather nice as views are..."
Dawn Beardmore
"This little cafe in Whitburn is lovely and very welcoming, staff are very friendly and accomadating to all your needs, situated on a little farm,..."
Susan Hodgson
"Got invited buy a couple of friends Carole and Phil Cork. Mince & dumplings were amazing. As was the rhubarb & custard. The staff were great ( very..."
Kev Allison
"What a delightful tea room. Food and menu top class. Staff were lovely. Plus the little shop of goodies to choose from. We love it here and highly..."
Carole Clements-Cork
"Smashing place. Friendly staff and great service. Well worth a visit. Definitely going..."
Lil Muir
"Smaller portions for my 95 Yr old mother and friend ideal. Excellent quality and value for money..."
Denise Ruffell
"The place itself is lovely, but the staff need training in customer service and good..."
Jackie Caffrey
"Enjoyed an excellent Sunday Roast Chicken sandwich and a cuppa. Bought fresh eggs and scones to take..."
Tony Brassell
"Friendly service in a lovely spot overlooking the coast. Food has a nice selection but when we're went there were a lot of ingredients that has sold..."
Helen Ellis
"Food was excellent, staff very helpful and..."
Barbara Watson
"Always great quality food in a traditional setting. The best fruit scones I know..."
Lyndsey Magee
"Great place to chill and relax, catch up with friends and just enjoy. Beautiful location, great customer service and good old fashioned tea room...."
Lesley Steadman
"What a lovely place! Very welcoming cosy tea room. We only had coffee and scones but they were delicious. All the food looked lovely and we will..."
brenda doran Griffin
"Great food with great..."
Edmund Dougan
The Looking Glass
The Looking Glass
88/100 (2126 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
European
Cafe
British
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Pot of Tea
Lager
Chicken & Mushroom Risotto
Sunday lunch
Illy Coffee
Sunday roast
Hot Chocolate Station
Afternoon tea
Turkey with Stuffing and Gravy
Champagne
Avocado Breakfast Special
Chicken platter
Homemade Chilli Burger
Cherry Compote
Spiced Fish
Fish Sandwich
Carrot Cake
Hamburger
Fish Sandwich
Carrot Cake
G&T
French Martini
Full breakfast
Bar
Café
British
European
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"We booked the bottomless afternoon tea and it was fantastic. Highly recommend it. Plenty of food available with a good balance between sweet and..."
Linsey Carr
"This lovely eatery is a much needed addition to Sunderland centre. Its unusual themed decor is very attractive. Clean, well kept surroundings, we..."
Olwen Davis
"Amazing cocktails and food looks and smells delicious. Staff are so..."
Lucy Coyne
"Beautiful venue, amazing staff, delicious food Can't recommend The looking glass..."
Nicola Belshaw
"Love the way the decor in this place. Friendly service. I will be returning..."
Dawn Waters
"Attended an amazing Alice in wonderland party today complete with characters. Little tea party was..."
Amanda Ross
"Amazing food and atmosphere would come again any..."
Kevin Middleton
"My Mrs been desperate to visit for months. Took advantage of their amazing “Date Night” deal of 2 mains/sides/drinks for £30. From the first..."
craig cornforth
"Wanted to visit for ages, used my husband's birthday as an excuse and had booked sunday lunch this weekend. Even before we got across the doorway..."
Lynne Buddin
"The Looking Glass was recommended by my mother in law and was easy to find. Service was fantastic and the food was excellent. I had a Chicken and..."
Kelly Quinn
"We had a beautiful meal at " THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS " Today . Drinks and service were spot in .I loved all the Alice in Sunderland ornaments and..."
Maureen Brown-Canavan
"It was good to hear that this place is open again. We had a spontaneous lunch in the sunshine, lovely salad, nice home-made fish fingers, and..."
Graeme Stark
"Loved it! Lovely place, with great food, drinks menu and staff. Will definitely return soon with my friends for our next catch up. Thank you..."
Kayls 6610
"Great staff. Lovely food. Great for breakfast and lunch. Lovley lay out, lovely lighting. Great theme to Alice and the looking glass. Lovely and very..."
Daniel Hudson
"IWell this is a hidden gem the place is really done out nice making it a very relaxed atmosphere .on the food front. It's just nice for that..."
Ian Neill
"A lot more to this restaurant than meets the eye. A locally influenced business that has the heart of Sunderland as it's main ambition.Give this a..."
Gwendoline Nelson
"I love the theme and the food was nice; its kinda hidden in plain sight; the exterior gives little clue as to the theme the inside which I guess adds..."
Robyn Davis
"We were brought here by family whilst visiting the area. They have done wondrous things inside with the decor and ir feels like youve been..."
Samantha Reavley
The Salt House Kitchen
The Salt House Kitchen
87/100 (4183 ratings)
Restaurants
Fusion
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Contemporary
British
Fusion
Cafe
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Scones
Latte
Salmon
Brie
flat white coffee
Chicken Kiev
Fish and Chips
Sausage
Cakes
Steak Sandwich
Teriyaki Salmon
Fried
Lamb
Bacon Sandwich
Cheesecake
Rocky Road
Sandwiches
Coleslaw
Fish
The Salt House Breakfast
Fish & Chips
Scampi with Chips
Burger
Onion Rings
Pork
Beer Battered Fish Chunky Chips & Mushy Peas
Black Cherry Cheesecake
Yorkshire Pudding
Paninis
Fruit Scone Cream Jam Cappuccino
Cod
Fish Finger Sandwich and Chips
Beef
Chicken Burger
Sunday lunch
Chai Pudding
Curry
Eggs Benedict
Sweet Potato Fries
english breakfast
Poached Eggs
Prawns
Wine
Sunday roast
Pancakes
Puddings
Cake
Eggs Benedict
Soup
Toasts
Salad
Fish & chips
Chocolate cake
Afternoon tea
Cheesecakes
Mussels
Sit down
Café
Fusion
Contemporary
British
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
American Express
Mastercard
Visa
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Called in yesterday after a bracing walk. I had a prawn sandwich and my husband had a ham and cheese toasted sandwich, we shared a portion of chips..."
Alison Cox
"My daughter and I had afternoon tea there yesterday to celebrate my birthday. Sandwiches were lovely,plenty of filling on thick fresh bread. The..."
Marion McBay
"Had a meal tonight from the Christmas menu. Every course was delicious. Service was amazing and such friendly, attentive staff. The dessert of..."
Gracie-Lou Freebush
"Have just been to the salt House tonight and chose from the special menu. It was amazing. Would certainly recommend the food. The service and..."
Lynne Leedham
"Visted again for High Tea today. Fabulous and highly recommend it. Great value and lovely selection. We've also had 2 evening meals here, fabulous..."
Emma Western
"Very friendly staff, gorgeous surroundings and breakfast was amazing! Highly recommended and we will be back to try dinner..."
Izzy Belle
"We visited today, the food was really lovely and special diets were catered for, the service was very professional and friendly, and the atmosphere..."
Caroline Lyle
"I visited with my mam,sister & niece ( belated birthday celebration for my mam & me) we ordered fish & chips afternoon tea, to be told that you..."
Delaine Johnson
"Had the 3 course Christmas menu. Was part off a group of 10 xmas night out. Had to pre order food which turns out great not having to make decisions..."
Justine Lottering
"Just had a lovely high tea from here and one of the nicest I've been too, sandwiches were packed full of filling, scone was lovely and warm still..."
Emily Oglesby
"Had the valentines menu here last night, food and service was amazing, can't fault it. Lovely cozy atmosphere. Definitely one of my favourite places..."
Caroline Glister
"Had a wonderful Prosecco high tea today with my mum for her birthday. Attended to straight away and the food was gorgeous! It was a great surprise..."
Ashleigh Georgina Turnock
"On our way from Hartlepool to Newcastle we wanted some breakfast and Googled! Salt house came up and it was an excellent choice. Warm friendly staff..."
Alison
"Wonderful meals from a warm & friendly staff. Lovely restaurant with good seats & a nice fire to keep you warm on a cold January day. All 3 of us..."
Wiggysan Wiggysan
"The rumours are right it is best breakfast in the town and beautiful view to the sea for sure will be coming back..."
Karolina Barron
"Nice service, nice people and the food as splendid even know is has a lot and managed it and it’s was the nicest place to go I really recommend..."
Chloe Garnham
"Very nice lunch. Could probably have managed a bigger portion but it was of a good standard. Would definitely go back..."
Gary Carruthers
"This is the best place in Sunderland for a full breakfast, their vegetarian breakfast is beautiful as well. Good size coffees and drinks. Very..."
Kristopher Ayrton
"The Salt House Kitchen is one of the best food destinations in Sunderland, for both breakfast and Sunday lunch. The cafe also boasts a wide selection..."
Adam Lombardi-Barron
"Food looked fab, but we only had coffee which was lovely, Other diners at nearby tables all seemed to enjoy their food, the service and atmosphere..."
Carole Baker
"Lovely place food was great..."
Jamie Vickers
"A group of 6 of us were staying in Seaburn and decided to try here. Beautiful setting, top notch food. So good we booked for breakfast the next day...."
Gillian Humble
"Decent full English but only one sausage. Atmosphere , decor and service all spot on didn't even wait 25 mins for my food but it was a full English..."
C
"2nd Vist here and Excellent again. Breakfast is up there as one of the best I've had (Quality), great atmosphere!. Will be recommending!..."
Kevin Steabler
"Booked a table in advance which is certainly recommended. The service and food was absolutely 1st Class. The protein breakfast is definitely..."
David Mulvey
"Absolutely amazing food. We have been loads of times for Sunday lunch. Took our friends and they also enjoyed it and have recommended it to their..."
Carol Waters
"Place was recommended by a colleague, Took the better half for lunch and enjoyed a steak sandwich with Chips and onion rings. Good service and..."
Joel Figueira
"My son and went here last week, we got the Sunday dinner which was spot on. I've been there several times with my wife and the food is spot on every..."
Paul O'brien
"Great breakfast place as we had our Saturday breakfast with friends. Facing the beach got good views and sitting are not so congested though our..."
The Onn
"We had a fabulous time and lunch here for my mother in law's birthday. We did reserve a table for 1PM which was wise given how busy it was. We..."
Gary “POPS” Breheny
Love Lily
Love Lily
83/100 (5975 ratings)
Dessert
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
British
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Breakfast Burger
Cheesecakes
Scones
Free Range Poached Eggs
Sandwiches
Sausage
Crunchie Latte
Cakes
Scrambled Eggs
Lotus Pancake Breakfast
Cappuccino
USA Breakfast
english breakfast
Truffled Mushrooms with Poached Eggs
Red velvet cake
Pancakes
Cinnamon Hun
Afternoon tea
Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiche
Pupaccino
Mocha
Cheesecake
Tomato and Red Lentil Soup
American breakfast
Cheesecake
Poached Eggs
Brownie
Cake
Toasts
Cookies
Strawberries
Smoked Salmon
Soup
Café
British
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"My wife asked me to find somewhere nice to have breakfast on our way back home from an overnight wedding do. I found Love Lily’s on Google maps,..."
Jason Peacock
"This place is so beautiful ! I like the view and I really liked the decoration inside. The drinks was so cute and the pancakes were delicious ! In my..."
Mathilde LAURET
"We popped through from Durham to bring my daughter for her birthday. We arrived around 11:35 and were promptly seated with no wait time at all. The..."
Liam Crow
"I went here for lunch before a long drive, so was looking for something to set me off on my way. Love Lily was a quirky little place right on the..."
Katy McDonald
"This place is incredible. Absolutely huge, amazing brunch options both sweet and savoury. Definitely not something you could eat every week but a..."
Adam Lombardi-Barron
"This is easily hands down the best restaurant I have been to in Sunderland. Cinnamon hun and chocolate galaxy pancakes are cannot miss items. Husband..."
Marissa Merit
"Great first visit to Love Lily's in Roker. Friendly and welcoming staff, lovely environment and delicious food. I had the half stack fruity pancakes..."
Donna Sheavills
"My friends have been coming here for years but being a die hard Newcastle girl I left them to it. After all this time I’ve no idea why I did that..."
Sarah Louise Parr
"Finally managed to get in for pancakes! The stacks of pancakes are huge, easily feeds 2 adults! Indulgence to the max from the decadent hot drinks to..."
Kim Chard
"My wife took me here for a real treat and boy did it feel like one. Great variety in lattes and I wanted to try all of the breakfasts. I had the..."
Matt English
The Peacock
The Peacock
80/100 (2750 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Bars & Pubs
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
British
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Mocktails
Afternoon tea
Chicken Caesar
cold brew
Salmon Cream Cheese
Piñata
Burger
Currywurst with Chips
Brew York
Mackerel Pate Open Sandwich
Beef
Open Sandwiches
Ham Cheese and Egg Open Sandwich
White Bean Humus Open Sandwich
High Wire Grapefruit - Magic Rock Brewing
Delirium Red - Huyghe Brewery
Pork
Truffled Mushroom Melt
Sunday lunch
Chicken and Chardonnay
Sunday roast
The Hugh Hedley
Beer
The Cuthbert Vaux
Bar
Pub
British
Full Bar
Visa
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Live Music
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"looking today for somewhere nice to eat lunch. walked in and walked out of some pubs ( always wonder what they are trying to hide when they are so..."
Janet Ayre
"Had my 60th Birthday upstairs a couple of week ago. Couldn't have chosen a better place. The room was lovely & complete with stage & a bar. There was..."
Dorothy Cansfield
"I have been here a few times and every time I go I can’t fault it, the Sunday dinners are Beautiful as well as all the food I have had here, the..."
Alycia Jade Rumney
"Lovely Lunch today - great options for vegetarians, chick pea and falafel burger so yummy, great service friendly staff and fab soul music creates a..."
June Clark
"Love this place. Great feeling in there, food is always good and the staff are fantastic - friendly and..."
Paul Barker
"Fantastic food, fantastic staff, fantastic atmosphere! Great place to go for lunch and is also dog..."
George Mills
"Mam and her sisters visited today, it is going to be their new regular eating and chatting place, they loved their fish and chips and are keen to..."
Susie Vella
"Me and my mum popped in here for a meal before theatre meal was lovely and friendly staff will definitely go..."
Kathryn Ann Dotchin
"The menu is right up my street. Comfort food galore. I got the corned beef hash with a duck egg and it was delish. Ill be back soon to try more food..."
Jill Tate
"Lovely place, lovely food, lovely staff deffo be back..."
Julie Dunlop
"Lovely food they fit us in at short notice as very busy with the pink concert going on but they accommodated us the food was lovely from the set pink..."
Lisa Cundall
"Highly recommended! The food was top notch, massive portion, couldn't eat it all. Food, service and atmosphere all 5 star. Will definitely..."
Justine Lee
"This place is a magic venue as our grandson was in a band playing there. What was great was the mixed crowd that came in some young, some in their..."
Brian Allen
"Never had any food, we mainly go to see the bands and for the quiz. The atmosphere and service are..."
Babs Grant
"Been a while between drinks for me in the Londonderry, or Peacock, but it did not disappoint! I did not eat here, but the beers were..."
Dave Kelsey
"Absolute amazing roast dinner!!! Highly recommend and Donna is an absolute star!!! Great service and fantastic..."
Rhys Lee-Whellams
"Great day pre Pink concert staff friendly bar staff worked tirelessly in the throng of customers and remained happy and professional all day food and..."
Lorraine Landale
"Lovely food and staff my only negative is frozen chips but it's the same everywhere these days only couple of places serve homemade chips..."
Joan Greig
"Didnt get admittedly but from what i saw it looked good and we were offered free pie too! Nice place, busy, friendly staff. If I'm in the area again..."
Paul Banks
"Lovely little pub. Food was great, had soup and sandwich which was tomato basil. Choice of a few sandwiches, I got cheddar, mushroom and caramelised..."
Sarahpeach83
"Great venue, plenty space for dancing, good view from all angles.. bar..."
Andrew Palfreyman
"Great pub with a fantastic vibe focused on live music. (Both free and paid gigs). The lake poets, future heads + loads more. Barry and Dan provide a..."
Andy Brennan
"Quiz night every Thursday from 8pm absolutely fantastic 👌 Food served up to..."
David Mulvey
"Nice selection of beers but a bit pricey at £5 a..."
Edwin Hall
"Great staff great atmosphere would of stayed longer but train was comubg..."
Sharon Courtney
"Great place for a drink and even greater venue for a party. I gigged here a few weeks back and couldn't have had a better time! Clean and very..."
Sharlize Sowden Art
"Great pub… happy atmosphere, friendly staff, good beer, lovely food, great venue upstairs for the bands we came to see… now we have found you we..."
Simon Platten
"Friendly place. Matt and Hatley most helpful when I first visited helping with directions and putting my dead phone on charge, good quality guinness..."
Paul Revell
"An amazing pub! Great staff, very friendly atmosphere, excellent choice of music and the beer selection is on top form. It reminds me of my favourite..."
Liam White
Mountain Daisy
Mountain Daisy
76/100 (409 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Afternoon tea
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The wall tiles and marble bar top in the rear bar were worth the journey from Surrey just to see. Very rare. Not my type of pub, music a bit loud and..."
andy parr
"Recently popped in for a pint and some food. Under new management, very friendly & great service. They are keen to distance themselves from old..."
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"Super cheap drinks and friendly..."
Holly Hope-Hume
"We had a great time. Thank you for the team specially their manager...."
MaAn A.
"Friendly people and Lovely Murals in the side..."
Carla Rossini
"Hadn't been here for around 15 years. Pleasantly surprised how nice the place is. Good friendly service and lovely..."
Lee Major
"We had our wedding reception here absolutely brilliant and we will be coming back our day was amazing loads of food and staff were lovely couldn't..."
David Kelly
"Great atmosphere very traditional decor great drink pool table lots of functions and staff are very friendly and respectable recommend to..."
Ronnie The Rapper
"Fantastic food. All fresh and plenty of it. Lovely atmosphere. Friendly staff. Will be back........"
COLLEEN rowell
"Anytime I good their its always a good nite . excellent banter from all the bar staff lovly food and a nice pint...."
Ray Begg
"Fantastic pub full of character,not many of those left. Staff very..."
Nicholas Mitchell
"Nice great bar and games love..."
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