Palm Court
1 Princes Street, EH2 2EQ - Edinburgh
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I visited on October 24th, a party of two people. It is located within the Balmoral, one of Edinburgh’s landmarks. We had opted for the afternoon tea which consists of several tea choices, an amuse bouche, the classic afternoon tea tower with savouries, finger sandwiches and scones and after that pastries. I have to say that the amuse bouche and the tower as well as the teas were excellent. Our server was also very professional and helpful and made the experience memorable for us. In the end they also gave us a tin with some breakfast tea to take home. However, I am deducting one star because I feel like some of the pastries could be better. Overall, though, it was a superb afternoon!
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Almost like the London Ritz. Excellent small sandwiches (cheddar cheese was especially delicious). Amazing tea selection and great service.
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Palm Court is situated within the Balmoral Hotel on Princes Street, Edinburgh. Whether morning coffee, afternoon tea or a meal, it's a joy to be there. The staff are absolutely tremendous, helpful, efficient and with a Hospitality training that is second to none, this under the warm and gentle guidance of the Manager Omar. Ambient surroundings and a gentile yet relaxed atmosphere. I use this often it's Wonderful.
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Service was excellent! The fabulous and splendid staff make the high or afternoon tea experience a must. It was genuine and natural in their presentation and made the time very enjoyable.
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Enjoyed our first Afternoon Tea. Hostess was great and we enjoyed the presentation immensely. I have mixed feelings on the sandwiches but mostly because I'm a meat and potatoes type of fellow. The tea was great I tried the Emporers golden eyebrow, which was mellow and smooth. The scones were terrific and the desert selection was well worth the whole experience. If you want a true "tea experience " This is the place!
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The Palm Court is a beautiful space, filled with natural light and featuring a stunning glass dome that creates a bright and airy atmosphere. The classic decor and comfortable seating add to the sense of luxury and sophistication. The menu features a delightful array of sweet and savoury treats, all beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. The sandwiches were freshly made and the fillings were delicious. The knowledgeable and friendly staff were on hand to provide recommendations and ensure that our tea was brewed to perfection.
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Lovely location for afternoon tea. We had such a great time, the room is beautiful, service is superb and the food is delicious. You get unlimited tea with the afternoon tea service and for those who would rather have coffee, it is also an option. The tea pouring is so much fun to watch.
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A classic choice for afternoon tea in Edinburgh, at a classy yet modest environment, with a high standard of service offered.
The savoury items were nice. Probably less photogenic than a few other afternoon tea sets available in the city, they were up to the quality we expected, and I particularly liked the pastry with the flavourful haggis.
The desserts were more impressive. There were 3 pieces, less in amount yet bigger in size than the typical tea set. Each item got its own good mix of texture and flavour. By the way, great scones and excellent espresso.
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A favourite for my wife. I am not keen on afternoon tea in general, but we loved it here.
The scones were my favourite were fresh and very tasty. I was not very keen on the deserts at the end though, but my wife loved them.
The service was exceptional, all the staff are friendly and professional.
The atmosphere was very nice and complemented with relaxing live harp music.
Highly recommended for afternoon tea lovers.
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High Tea and Champagne at the Palm Court stands to be one of the highlights of our time in Edinburgh!
Book early and you will not be disappointed.
We were greeted with such hospitality and the service was top notch!
Drinking tea and listening to a harpist play is a very relaxing way to spend an afternoon off of the feet.
The variety of tea was outstanding and the food was exquisite!
I highly recommended making a reservation here.
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Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
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Has great tea selection
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