The Hidden Lane Tearoom
1103 Argyle Street
- Food served: Mon–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun noon–6pm.
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 0
- Delivery: will deliver for more than 10 people only.
- Private dining: Up to 20 covers
- Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access, Live music
- Music on stereo: Abbott Brothers
- Capacity: 30
- Largest group: 30
- Open since: 2010
- Average price:
£10 (set lunch) - BYOB: £3 per person corkage
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The 2011/12 edition of The List's Eating & Drinking Guide is out now – only £5.95 (+p&p).
This review is taken from the current (2011) edition.
Despite its less than obvious location, the Hidden Lane Tearoom is often full to bursting so clearly the secret is out – and what a secret it is. The tearoom is set over two tiny floors decorated in a fashion that is clearly a labour of love. The eclectic furniture and beautiful mismatched vintage crockery adds splashes of pattern and colour to an already vibrant space. The menu is as delightful, with a deli platter on a slate consisting of chorizo and peppered beef, cheeses, red onion marmalade and two teacups brimming with hummus and olives. Every dish shows an eye for presentation and a desire to do things properly – never more so than the high tea. When the vintage cake stand arrives with finger sandwiches, scones and cakes, there are cries of ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’ and cameras flashing. It’s an experience that can’t but make you smile. Hot drinks include various teas, a Turkish apple drink and a North Indian spiced drink served with steamed milk. The venue hosts one-off gigs and exhibitions and is a hub of the Hidden Lane Festival in June.
- High point: High tea is a thing of beauty
- Low point: Wheelchairs will have to stay on lower level
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