The Lounge at the Caledonian

4.5

311 Reviews

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

Good for special occasions
Charming
Fancy

The Caledonian is the perfect setting for an unforgettable afternoon tea, light lunch or elegant evening cocktails in Edinburgh’s city centre. Our gifted pastry chefs create a seasonal afternoon tea menu that can only be matched by the finest teas this world has to offer, while our experienced team of bartenders craft a selection of true classics and signature Caledonian cocktails, using only the finest spirits and freshest ingredients. Unwind in The Lounge, reminiscing over the heritage and charm of Scotland’s capital city.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
0131 222 8832
Website
http://www.edinburghcaledonian.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ryan Macfarlane

Location
Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB
Area
Edinburgh
Parking details
The hotel car park is accessible off Rutland Street, at the rear of the hotel. Valet parking is also available for our guests.
Public transit
The hotel is ideally located at the west end of Princes Street, only five minutes in a taxi from either Waverley or Haymarket train stations.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 311 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Lounge at the Caledonian offers an exceptional afternoon tea experience in a stylish and luxurious setting. Guests rave about the "imaginative and delicious patisserie," "excellent service," and "beautiful presentation." The ambiance is described as "relaxed, cozy, and upscale," making it perfect for special occasions. Staff are "friendly and helpful," ensuring a memorable visit.

312 Reviews

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Julie
Edinburgh2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We booked well in advance but the restaurant lost our reservation, and was unable to accommodate us. This oversight spoiled a special event we had planned and there was no compensation for the disruption
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was very attentive and very thorough with explaining the menu to us. They went above and beyond for making our experience perfect as can be.
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful afternoon tea to celebrate Mums birthday, with great food and remarkable service from Melony and Roslyn, who were so kind to Mum and very patient. Highly recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
Glasgow1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon tea. The service was excellent - we were looked after and never rushed. the food itself was delicious! Great presentation and a good choice of teas available. Would recommend!
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Bud VIP
Columbus6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic variety of tea, food, and cocktails. Great service and people
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Jacqueline
Frankfurt2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful afternoon tea here. Cosy atmosphere, delightful teas and lovely staff. And the food was spectacular!
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Lena VIP
Frankfurt5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 17 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
ANT Enttäuschend…. Das war nur grad so OK. Für Menschen von feinem Geschmack ist das kein richtiger Ort, vielleicht passend für Überseetouristen. Geschmeckt haben uns Scones, Tee und Champagner, Rest war leider nicht genießbar - z.B. Sandwiches, Auswahl an süßen Pralinés / Häppchen. Ambiente gegen meiner Erwartungen recht einfach. Kein Ort für Familien mit Kindern. Insgesamt war es uns das nicht wert.
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Kathleen
Angus6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely experience. Beautiful surroundings, attentive staff and fabulous food. The harpist made it even more special. Would highly recommend! Afternoon tea was delicious.
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Andrina
Dublin17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic way to spend a Sunday relaxing to the beautiful sounds of pianist enjoying the ambience
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for afternoon tea and they were wonderful with my gluten allergy. Very clear communication and I had all the same items with only slight modifications. They need advance notice to accommodate but it was all wonderful.
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FAQs

The Lounge at the Caledonian is rated 4.5 stars by 311 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Edinburgh
Hours of Operation
Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The hotel car park is accessible off Rutland Street, at the rear of the hotel. Valet parking is also available for our guests.
Public transit
The hotel is ideally located at the west end of Princes Street, only five minutes in a taxi from either Waverley or Haymarket train stations.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ryan Macfarlane
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.edinburghcaledonian.com/
Phone number
0131 222 8832

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