Book afternoon teaThe afternoon
is spoken for.
A proper afternoon tea by Chef Robert Thompson MBE and his kitchen: finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a small collection of pastries, with the Solent through the window. A slow afternoon, properly done.
From £35 per guest. Thursday to Sunday, from 2.30pm, last orders 3.30pm. Please book at least 24 hours ahead.
Classic, or with
something sparkling.
All four include the full afternoon tea: sandwiches, scones, pastries and a pot of tea or coffee. Choose how you’d like to start.
Full gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan menus are available with prior notice. Please mention any dietary requirements when you book.
What’s on
the stand.
The menu evolves with the season. This is what we’re serving now.
Savoury
Warm rare-breed pork and chorizo sausage roll
Saffron aioli
Sandwiches
Hazelgrove egg mayonnaise
Cress, radish and crispy shallots
Finest Scottish smoked salmon
Crayfish Marie Rose and garden fennel
Maple-roasted ham
House piccalilli
Isle of Wight Gallybagger
Lightly spiced apple chutney and garden nasturtium
Scones
Freshly baked scones
Clotted cream and strawberry jam
Sweet
Lemon
Lemon parfait and lemon curd
Coffee
Tiramisu mousse and espresso martini gel
Peanut marquise
Mixed nuts, chocolate génoise and milk chocolate mousse
Good to
know.
The questions we’re asked most. Anything else, call the team.
When is afternoon tea served?
Thursday to Sunday, from 2.30pm, with last orders at 3.30pm.
Do I need to book?
Yes. Afternoon tea is pre-booked only; we need 24 hours’ notice to prepare for your table. Tables for two to six guests book online. For larger parties or a special occasion, call 01983 526118 and we’ll plan around you.
How much is it?
£35 per guest for the Classic with a hot drink; £42 with a glass of Prosecco; £48 with English sparkling wine; £54 with Champagne.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Full gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan afternoon tea menus are available with prior notice. Tell us when you book.
Is it suitable for children?
Children are very welcome. Ask when you book and we’ll talk through the best option for younger guests.
Can I give afternoon tea as a gift?
Yes. The afternoon tea voucher is £70 for two, emailed instantly and valid for 12 months; the recipient books their afternoon in the usual way.
Where is it served?
In the RT Café Grill dining room at Royal Maritime House, 17 St Thomas Street, Ryde, PO33 2DL, by the windows onto the Solent. The FastCat from Portsmouth Harbour takes 22 minutes; the hovercraft from Southsea lands at Ryde Esplanade.
Afternoon tea
for two.
£70 for two, sent by email within minutes with your own message. Valid for a year, for the afternoon they choose.
Gift afternoon teaMake a day
of it.
Lunch on the terrace at RT Café Grill before, or a table for dinner after. Robert’s tasting menu at Thompson’s on selected dates. And The Cellar for a private afternoon of your own, for eight to twenty.
Reserve your afternoon.
Thursday to Sunday, from 2.30pm. Tables for two to six book online; larger parties, call 01983 526118.