What better way to spend a lazy afternoon in Bangkok, Thailand than over an array of delicious treats and tea while relaxing on comfortable sofas? I had heard about Authors' Lounge at the Mandarin Oriental from quite a few places and figured that I needed to see and taste this place for myself. This will be a review for afternoon tea at Author's Lounge, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok.
Arriving at the location itself was relatively easy, and free parking was offered for patrons of the hotel. Service was top-notch from the moment we set foot into the hotel to when we were greeted and finally seated in our little corner of Authors' Lounge. The photo pictured above is the main entrance of the lounge, and the atmosphere makes you feel like you really are thousands of miles away from Bangkok.
Authors' Lounge Sign
We decided on the Afternoon tea set, since it was what most people had recommended. The lounge was crowded with almost every table taken, and throughout our time dining there, people were walking around and taking photos of the awards (Which were numerous) and layout. The set was enough for two people to nibble on for an hour or so, and the pastries and cakes were delicious.
Assortment of Sandwiches (Salmon, Cheese, Tuna) and Pie
Desserts (Creme Brulee, Chocolte Cake, Fruit Tart, Biscuits)
Scones, Butter / Fruit Cake
Jam (Strawberry, Rose and Blueberry) Butter to go with the Scones
Mariage Freres Tea (Refillable)
For the price that we paid, the food was satisfactory. Nothing really stood out in terms of taste, however the presentation was top-notch and the service was superior as usual. The scones went really well with the condiments and I enjoyed the pastries as well.
A different view of Authors' Lounge
Get up and walk around the lounge to see the endless amounts of Awards the Mandarin Oriental has on display
The Library, with a list of famous authors who have stayed at the Mandarin Oriental
The Authors' Lounge is definitely a place you will want to visit at least once during your stay in Thailand. To dine in such splendid manner and with tidbits to nibble on, I can imagine just sitting back and relaxing the whole afternoon there.
The price will vary depending on what you ordered, but for this day the Afternoon Tea Set was around 950 Baht (for two dining) which included the snacks and tea for two.
The price will vary depending on what you ordered, but for this day the Afternoon Tea Set was around 950 Baht (for two dining) which included the snacks and tea for two.
Once again the Mandarin Oriental has proven that it has one of the best, if not the best service in the hotel industry in Thailand. Bring a camera along with you and a good book, take a break from the hot Bangkok sun and enjoy Authors' Lounge.
Bangkok Gastronomy
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Authors' Lounge, Mandarin Oriental (3.5/5) BBB
(http://www.mandarinoriental.com/bangkok/dining/lounge_and_bar/authors_lounge/)
oh finally now c u with the Author's Lounge
ReplyDeletescones r the star there and i love them so much
I agree that the scones were top-notch, however they tasted similar to the ones at the Oriental Shop in Paragon (For those who do not want to venture all the way to the hotel)
ReplyDeleteThey taste the same as they are made by the same people. Oriental used to offer the "real" english afternoon tea together with clotted cream but sadly the clotted cream has now been forgotten and simple butter is given which is a definite minus point. Shangri-La afternoon tea still comes with scones and clotted cream though.
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