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Afternoon Tea, the Italian Way

Experience a taste of Italy with an elegant afternoon pause in the heart of Trafalgar Square. Enjoy your choice of coffee or tea paired with traditional Italian biscuits, including Tuscan cantucci and golden cassatelle, served daily from 3pm to 5pm for £9. Inspired by the relaxed café culture of Italy, this lighter alternative to afternoon tea offers the perfect moment to unwind after exploring central London.

At Locatelli at the National Gallery, we are bringing a little taste of Italy to the heart of Trafalgar Square with our Italian-style afternoon pause; a simple, elegant pairing of coffee or tea and traditional regional biscuits for £9.

Enjoy your choice of coffee alongside crisp golden cassatelle and classic cantucci, served daily from 3pm to 5pm.

A Taste of Italy

Unlike the traditional English afternoon tea, this is a lighter ritual inspired by the cafés and pasticcerie of Italy — perfect for a quiet pause between galleries, an afternoon catch-up, or a moment to slow down in central London.

Our cantucci, the iconic almond biscuits from Tuscany, are known for their delicate crunch and long-standing café tradition, while cassatelle bring a taste of southern Italy with their golden crisp shell and softly sweet centre.

The Perfect Afternoon Pause

Whether you are stopping in after a visit to the National Gallery or simply looking for an afternoon escape, this is Italy’s answer to tea time — relaxed, comforting, and made to savour.

Book your table or simply walk in and join us for an afternoon pause, Italian style.

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