Brown’s Hotel: The Best Afternoon Tea in London

Head to the English Tea Room at historic Brown's Hotel-- set in the heart of Mayfair on Albemarle Street-- to indulge in the perfect finger sandwiches, pastries, scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, and freshly baked cakes that rank Brown's as the top spot for afternoon tea. A London institution, the English Tea Room was recently awarded Tea Guild's "Top London Afternoon Tea 2009." Choose from 17 teas, including Brown's own blend, while listening to live piano music. This is where Agatha Christie relaxed while writing "At Bertram's Hotel"-- and it's been a city favorite ever since.