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Clockwork at Fairmont Royal York (Afternoon Tea)

Financial District · Toronto, Ontario

Afternoon TeaHotel Tea ServiceBritish

Afternoon tea has been served at the Fairmont Royal York since the hotel opened in 1929; today the tradition continues in Clockwork, the hotel's lobby tea lounge. The service features freshly baked house-made scones with whipped cream and berry compote, savoury bites and sweets, paired with Lot 35 teas curated for Fairmont. Weekend seatings are the norm, with weekday seatings added in September; reservations are required.

Known For

  • Lot 35 Fairmont teas
  • house-made scones with berry compote
  • champagne pairings
  • weekend afternoon tea seatings

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