The Tea Darlings Vintage Tea Room, makes for an unexpected and delightful afternoon out. This hidden gem, started as a pop-up tea spot last year and now takes its home on the first floor at the Questors Theatre in our very own Ealing. I'd spotted the chalk board sign on Mattock Lane "Vintage Tea Rooms 11am-4pm", and it only took a week to finally make a visit. Four of us arrived with prams in tow and spent the rest of the day there drinking tea and eating cake.
Inside the tea rooms
The location at the theatre is spacious and easy to access (lift tried and tested with our prams!). The space has been made to feel really cosy with pretty bunting strewn across the ceiling and a plethora of furnishings and vintage memorabilia.
There is a range of tea and coffee on offer alongside a selection of homemade cakes... including a special offer when you buy tea and cake together. We also sampled the lunch that day which was a hearty pea and watercress soup. The cake selection always also offers a gluten free option and their lunches are vegan too!
What makes the tea extra special however, is the range of vintage china cups and teapots that it arrives in. If you book in advance a full afternoon tea experience is available - and includes a glass of Prosecco should you wish! We didn't try the full hog on this visit, but have that booked in the diary soon!
The bakewell cake and a nice cup of tea
A peaceful and calming atmosphere was created by some background music (from the mid 1900's of course), and the extremely friendly welcome we received from Pam the host. Pam helped with all our requests and questions and even offered to reheat the tea of one of our breastfeeding crew.
The tea counter with china and cake lined up for the picking
We loved the atmosphere and quirky-ness of Tea Darlings Vintage Tea Room, and can't wait to head back soon - What better excuse to eat cake and be merry!
| Summary score table /5 | |
| Food Deliciousness: | 4 |
| Drinks Tastiness: | 4 |
| Service Skills: | 5 |
| Atmospheric Vibes: | 5 |
| Recommendation Score for a Casual Eve: | N/A |
| Recommendation Score for Showing off Ealing: | 5 |
| Total average score: | 4.6 |
