Colonnades
Afternoon Tea at Colonnades: A Timeless Experience in Edinburgh's Historic Signet Library
Step into one of Edinburgh’s most elegant dining destinations – Colonnades at the Signet Library. Located in the heart of the city’s historic Old Town, Colonnades offers a luxurious afternoon tea experience in a stunning Georgian setting.
Renowned for its refined service and exquisite menu, Colonnades combines delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and handcrafted pastries with the finest teas and champagne. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a day out, this is Edinburgh’s ultimate afternoon tea experience.
Awards & Recommendations
Curious about what makes Colonnades so special? Don’t just take our word for it - here’s what our guests, critics and awards panels have to say about their time with us.
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"For a classic, old-world feel, the restored Signet Library has all the trappings of a traditional afternoon tea lounge with King Louis-style dining chairs and wonderfully attentive service."
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"Afternoon tea beneath Corinthian columns in an elegant A-listed library, complete with twin cake stands – one savoury, one sweet – and delights like Vichyssoise, smoked haddock tacos, and Victoria sponge with strawberry Chantilly."
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"Housed within the Signet Library – home of the Society of Writers to Her Majesty’s Signet, a prestigious legal association – the open-to-the-public Colonnades proclaims it serves ‘Edinburgh’s finest afternoon tea’ amid serene and elegant surroundings."
Time Out -
"Enjoy afternoon tea among the fluted Corinthian columns and towering bookcases in this grand Georgian building on the Royal Mile. The elegant salon is a serene setting for one of the finest tea experiences in the Scottish capital."
The Times
