Elliot's Restaurant, Apex Waterloo Place

On Christmas Eve, don’t forget to leave out tea, cakes and sandwiches for Santa and his reindeer.

They love to pause for a cuppa and some sultana scones on their busiest night of the year.

That’s because tea and cake brings joy to everyone, whether human or antlered. Combine it with a glass of fizz and you have an hour or three of perfection.

With this in mind, it’s safe to say that today’s Big Deal for Prosecco afternoon tea at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel would make a sparkling stocking filler treat.

‘Waterloo, promise to love you forever more’

This Big Deal is for afternoon tea for two with a glass of Prosecco each at Elliot’s Restaurant in Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, Edinburgh.

This four star hotel is a sweeping and elegant landmark in Edinburgh’s Old Town area. Inside, Elliot’s Bar & Restaurant blends period features like corniced ceilings, Georgian windows and antique fireplaces with a bright, modern design. The soothing pastel colours make this the ideal spot for some relaxing tea and chit-chat.

The hotel is at the east end of Princes Street near to many Edinburgh attractions. Waverley rail station is only a five minute walk and the tram is ten minutes away.

The Apex of afternoon tea

Your afternoon treat at the Apex Waterloo will include freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones, a variety of fresh cakes and your choice from a range of teas. Oh, and Prosecco, obviously.

The menu might vary, but sandwiches could include savoury cheese & chive on white bread, tuna & sweetcorn on multigrain bread and peppered beef & horseradish mayo on multigrain bread.

Pastries might include sultana scones with strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream, lemon & poppyseed cake with Chantilly cream, caramel bite cupcakes with cream cheese icing and the macaroon of the day.

It all sounds delish. Apex Waterloo, take a bow.

Happy customers

Elliot’s Restaurant at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel has received various positive reviews from 5pm customers. Here are some choice examples, edited for length:

‘Attended Elliot’s on Friday 20 Oct as a treat for my friend’s birthday…the quality of the food, service and atmosphere was fabulous…I will certainly be back soon.’ Rating 4.8/5

‘This was our 1st visit to Elliot’s but all 6 of us were happy with the 5pm deal…we were also happy with the meal…the biggest plus for us was the lovely staff who were welcoming and helpful throughout. Please thank them on our behalf.’ Rating 4.5/5

‘…Our waiter was friendly, funny and attentive without being “in your face”. The place was quiet but lovely surroundings, food excellent…we can’t wait to return. If you get the chance I’d say take it and you won’t be disappointed. Not just our waiter but all the staff were welcoming and ever so friendly…’ Rating 5/5

Merry fizz-mass

Today’s Big Deal for Prosecco afternoon tea for two at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel would make an extra swish stocking filler for someone.

Of course, you could also enjoy it as a fizzy treat for yourself in the new year, maybe even saving it for a special occasion. Now there’s a thought.