Mayfair's The Ritz is everything you expect it to be. Assuming that you expect gold detailing, excellent service, and silver teapots. The afternoon tea served in The Palm Court is excellent: the pastries and cakes are particularly good, and if you’ve got an extreme sweet tooth, you’ll be happy to know that there’s a cake trolley that’s driven to your table. It’s easy to get carried away and spend a good couple of hours here, and you should. It’s great for a birthday treat, or if you just want to dress up and try one of the best afternoon teas London has to offer. Just some things to keep in mind: it’s usually booked out weeks in advance, and they have a serious dress code.