To celebrate National Cream Tea Day this Friday, we have rounded up 15 of the highest-rated places to enjoy a traditional afternoon treat across Leeds.
The day, celebrated on the last Friday in June, is an annual food celebration dedicated to the traditional British treat of scones topped with clotted cream and jam, served alongside a pot of tea. Anyone with a sweet tooth and a kettle can take part, whether at home, in a tea room, or at a community event.
The annual celebration is run by the Cream Tea Society, a community set up by clotted cream producer Rodda's and jam manufacturer Tiptree.
The day also doubles as a major charity drive, encouraging people across the country to host their own events and donate to causes close to their hearts.
To celebrate the occasion this Friday, we have rounded up 15 of the highest-rated places (according to Tripadvisor and Google Reviews) to enjoy a traditional afternoon treat across Leeds. From tucked-away village tea rooms in the suburbs to magnificent city centre staples like the Tiled Hall Café inside Leeds Art Gallery, our corner of the county is packed with fantastic options for food lovers.
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13. Browns
Based inside the popular city centre complex at The Light, this stylish brasserie provides a grander setting for a daytime treat. It offers a sophisticated take on the traditional British afternoon experience with premium fruit preserves and clotted creams. 🫖 Unit H28, The Light, 70-72 The Headrow, Leeds LS1 8EQ | Google Street View
14. Olive & Rye
Located in the historic arcade off Briggate, this independent café and deli specialises in high-quality regional produce. The kitchen team creates exceptional bakes, serving up standout scones that make it a must-visit spot for a luxury city cream tea. 🫖 Queens Arcade, 18-20 Briggate, Leeds LS1 6LF | Tripadvisor
15. Tiled Hall Café
Located inside the historic complex shared by Leeds Art Gallery and Leeds Central Library, this jaw-dropping venue serves a classic cream tea in one of the city's most spectacular settings. Visitors can admire the extensively restored Victorian mosaic ceilings and marble pillars while enjoying a warm scone topped with thick clotted cream and strawberry jam. 🫖16-18 The Headrow, Leeds LS1 3AA | Google Reviews