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The Chinese Whispers Afternoon Tea at Kai, London,

The Chinese Whispers Afternoon Tea at Kai

4.7
4.7
76 Reviews
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea
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Take this moment with a close friend and spill your stories and secrets. Dip into the “Jar of Whispers and Conversations” for thought-provoking conversation starters that will really get you talking.

Michelin-starred Kai Mayfair’s Chinese Whispers afternoon tea sets the mood for a relaxed and intimate chat where you can share juicy pieces of gossip along with your gourmet sweets. Infuse your favourite social meetups with the energising flavour of a faraway Eastern haven. Here’s where songbirds sing, Mah Jong tiles chatter, and your secrets are free to whisper in the breeze.

Sip a flight of tea cocktails, nibble on Willy Wong’s ‘Apothecary Macarons’ with clotted cream and sample our most talked about desserts in miniature. Enjoy Chinese-inspired savory snacks including Bao with Crispy Duck and Marble Tea Egg.

Call your friends. Make a date. Pick an outfit. Because your best stories won’t keep till tomorrow!

Afternoon Tea is priced at
£46 (01 Jul - 30 Sep)
£52 (From 01 Oct)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Afternoon Tea, Chinese, Contemporary Asian

  • Hours of Operation

    Afternoon Tea Wed–Sun 15:00–16:30

  • Phone number

    020 7493 8988

  • Website

    http://www.kaimayfair.co.uk/

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Alex Chow

  • Location

    65 South Audley Street London, W1K 2QU

  • Area

    Mayfair

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    Bond Street, Hyde Park Corner underground stations are a 7 minute walk way.

  • Additional

    Beer, Wine

What 76 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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    Afternoon Tea

  • London

    Afternoon Tea

  • West End London

    Afternoon Tea

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  1. AS

    AmishaS

    Norfolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service. On the pricier side for an afternoon tea, but it was a treat
  2. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 2 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Niki was the loveliest knowledgable host I’ve ever had. Would highly recommend and we will be back again soon as the food hit every spot as well as the experience.
  3. RL

    RachaelL

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing atmosphere and afternoon tea. Would highly recommend
  4. CY

    ClareY

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Lovely different afternoon tea, helpful staff,
  5. GP

    GracieP

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible experience - never done anything like it. Food was exceptional (you could have as much as you want), surrounding was gorgeous and the immersion was second to none - couldn’t recommend this more
  6. T

    Tarmum

    Surrey

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very interesting and delicious food with friendly service. Highly recommend.
  7. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 7 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful Chinese twist on an afternoon tea. Great service. Lovely ambience. Amazing food. Free refills. Shame you can’t take any leftovers home, but still excellent value for money compared to other afternoon teas in London. Would definitely go back and recommend to others
  8. LC

    LindaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Totally different experience of Afternoon tea! Amazing food and exceptional service. We would definitely return!
  9. VD

    VeeD

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a memorable visit for the Chinese-inspired Afternoon Tea at Kai Mayfair, and easily exceeded our expectations. The service was second to none! Our waiter was incredibly attentive, and really ensured we got the best out of our experience. All the food was delicious, and we were offered complimentary refills of any items we particularly liked. We also thoroughly enjoyed the overall ambience, the way the restaurant was decorated and the table set-up which truly enhanced the uniqueness and imaginative take on the classic afternoon tea. We really appreciated the care and attention made in all the small details. Would certainly recommend and return again without a doubt!
  10. E

    Einat

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed so much from the wonderful food and outstanding atmosphere. The service was excellent. Highly recommended!!!
  11. C

    Cece

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 March 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant. Lovely atmosphere, music, service and food. Would recommend.
  12. GD

    GurpreetD

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing!!!! It wasn't an afternoon tea, it was an experience! Highly recommend to all even if you aren't an avid afternoon tea go-er! The food was good, a little out there for me however it was lovely to try new things, the service was excellent as well!
  13. SB

    SonyaB

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely tasty, delicate dishes presented beautifully- we really enjoyed our afternoon tea.
  14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, especially the savories, were actually really really good. Ambiance was nice, and the servers were attentive. Would literally recommend this place to all of my friends.
  15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice food nice service nice experience!!!!!
  16. JH

    JenniferH

    Bristol

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service & food. We will definitely be back
  17. TH

    TartanHamster

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2021

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    We were really looking forward to this and we weren’t disappointed. Thoroughly enjoyable experience, setting was really tasteful, service was discreet and not intrusive at all and most importantly the food was exquisite. The only thing stopping me giving 5 stars for everything was that they seemed to forget our second request and it came very late in the day. That aside, it was a truly brilliant experience.
  18. P

    Pamt

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful time- it was a great birthday treat with lovely food! I absolutely loved the Asian twist on a traditional British afternoon tea! The service was great, and we were always checked on and offered more food when we finished! It was so lovely! They even brought out a birthday treat for me! I 100% recommend for any occasion or just a special day out!
  19. H

    Hannah

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I booked this afternoon tea for a special birthday gift - It did not disappoint! The place is beautifully decorated, and a lot of thought has gone into everything. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was lovely and the staff were friendly and helpful - I would definitely recommend!
  20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Magical and fabulous service from our waitress
  21. LL

    LouiseL

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A delightful, quirky experience. We were a party of 6 , and we all enjoyed the different take on the traditional afternoon tea of sandwiches and scones. Lovely table settings , and delicious food , would definitely recommend a trip here .
  22. F

    Foxie

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most delightful time at Kai’s for afternoon tea. We were particularly pleased that the tables still had a measure of distance and the staff were masked. Everything was delicious and it was a soothing sense of luxury.
  23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great and lovely 2nd trip
  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was exceptional and the setting so beautiful . The variety of the savoury and sweet was amazing . The flavours were amazing .,love the vibe
  25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great at this afternoon tea with a very cute twist! The attention to detail with the Chinese whispers theme was incredible. Lots of very sweet touches, from the cute quotes (all different) on each menu, to the little birds. The service was exceptional. Can’t wait to go back!!
  26. AN

    AviN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for my 40th with my daughter, and it was a wonderful experience.
  27. G

    Georgina

    London

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and incredible food. Will definitely go back soon.
  28. RR

    RuthR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 October 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went for the Afternoon Tea at Kai, and it was amazing. They had cute little touches like wish birds on the tables, the food was divine and there was a great range of teas. It is the perfect special treat!
  29. HS

    HanS

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very nice afternoon tea with tasty selection of savoury and sweet. The ambience was very good and relaxing. We were allowed to choose another type tea for refill, which adds more value to the whole experience
  30. L

    Lainey

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 September 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing, the food was delicious and filling (you can also request second portions if you wanted to!) The decor is just so pretty as well, and the tea flavours were just lovely. Definitely would recommend!
  31. E

    Estee

    Newcastle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 September 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came for the afternoon tea which was very good. Very good experience. If you enjoy South east asian food, you will enjoy Kai afternoon tea. Also ordered wasabi prawns which was very nice. I didn't enjoy the crispy duck very much and felt that it was a bit dry. We were allowed to have a second round of food but only the savouries came. On the whole, it was very good experience and will come back again for the afternoon tea and prawns.
  32. K

    Kerry

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 August 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The whole experience from the food to the story was great
  33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 July 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great experience in every respect, we are looking forward to visit again
  34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 July 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was super delicious. The service was warm and considerate. Definitely will come back.
  35. L

    Lbngo

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 July 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent afternoon tea with a twist. Really enjoyed this Chinese styled afternoon tea, with delicious fun food paired with desserts with common Asian flavours. The staff was attentive and looked after the party well.
  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 July 2021

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    the food were just so so, didn’t worth the price
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 June 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Lovely staff and lovely food along with a beautiful atmosphere for afternoon tea. Little birdies sshhh ...👀
  38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 June 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Afternoon Tea was absolutely divine, along with the service it was such a lovely experience. So many different elements to the Afternoon Tea and great value for £45pp.
  39. KM

    KatyM

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 June 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is such a cute afternoon tea. The decor and ambience is lovely. Really enjoyed the food and the service was great too.
  40. SA

    SabrinaA

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic, I could not find any fault and I honestly had the best afternoon tea ever. Truly recommend

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The Chinese Whispers Afternoon Tea at Kai is rated 4.7 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Chinese Whispers Afternoon Tea at Kai

65 South Audley Street London, W1K 2QU

Additional information

  • Area

    Mayfair

  • Hours of Operation

    Afternoon Tea Wed–Sun 15:00–16:30

  • Cuisines

    Afternoon Tea, Chinese, Contemporary Asian

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    Bond Street, Hyde Park Corner underground stations are a 7 minute walk way.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Alex Chow

  • Additional

    Beer, Wine

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