We were there for an early Mother's Day celebration. We all ordered afternoon tea. The price was good and the lemon and orange black tea was fabulous. We also had an order of fish and chip. I would say those were my most favorite fish and chips in Puget Sound area. The fish was fresh, juicy, large and cooked just right. The chips were properly seasoned and satisfying. read more

This is one of my go-to stores for any afternoon tea needs. The British Pantry has a solid selection of teas, biscuits, candies, marmalades, tea pots, cups, and even cookbooks. The retail store is small yet has everything I'm looking for. They also have a cafe located next door. They offer traditional tea's from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM daily. They also serve lunch from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM daily. I usually stock up on biscuits and teas. They also have a bakery case filled with pasties, hand pies, and tarts. Their tea pot selection is also decent and ideal for gift giving. I'm definitely returning for their lunch service at their cafe next door. Staff has always been friendly and quick to offer assistance. Prices are comparable to other specialty shops. read more

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The ambiance is great, food is hit or miss but who cares because it's fun. Hot food from the menu is much much better than the cased items in the shop. read more

The full experience was amazing it was very warm and welcoming. The food was gr8 and very enjoyable. You will not be disappointed with the food, the service or the environment. Definitely worth the time to explore especially if u enjoy authentic British food. read more

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I love this place!!! It's a British restaurant with all the dishes you could want from classic British dishes with a small market on the other end with a case of pies and pastries. Also imported goods. It's so cute and I love being able to get food like this because it's rare to find British food around here. Service is good and the place stays busy. read more

The British Pantry - Tea Time - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

The food, service and ambiance were outstanding. The attached gift shop is such a quaint plus! I didn't take pictures this time, but the tea and crumpets were delightful. So inviting! read more

I decided to try The British Pantry for Fish and Chips. I was greeted so warmly and welcomely by Jackie the hostess. Which immediately put me at ease and I felt like I was one of her regulars. Thanks Jackie. The ordering process was easy and quick, Jackie even went above and made a fresh pot of coffee when I had ordered. My fish and chips arrived and I was delighted with how my plate appeared. I also received a full bottle of ketchup and malt vinegar and they were so clean to the eye, I was so pleasantly surprised and it was such a nice touch. The beer battered fish was fresh and juicy on the interior with a golden crispy exterior. The fries were thick, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the interior. I'm pretty sure I did a wiggle dance upon trying the food. I loved the tartar sauce with its hint of sweetness with the tang. This was a 10/10 for me, the service, food and ambiance were great! I would definitely recommend this establishment. read more

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Still a great place for breakfast. Closest thing you'll get to a traditional English breakfast. Been coming here for years. Still serving good food! read more

The British Pantry - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Meandering through Redmond, we stumbled through a portal that transported us to Merry Old England where a lovely lass brought Fish & Chips and a Royal Tea to our table. The fish and chips were top notch - crispy but not greasy, sizable filets of dense white fish, perfectly cooked and a large serving of thick cut chips. The Royal Tea came with cucumber sandwiches, a crumpet and fruit with a little cake and house tea. Remember to stick out your pinky! And when you're done, stop by the store next door and get a few treats to go before you step back into the colonies (Malteasers for me!). Five stars for a jolly fine time at British Pantry - come on in and give them a try! read more

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The British Pantry: A True Slice of England in Washington They do an excellent job of keeping everything as authentic as possible. In my opinion, you won't find anything better in Washington State--these kinds of places are few and far between. If you do come across others, you might have to drive a hundred miles, and even then, they often fall short of the real thing. If you're truly craving England and want everything to be just like being there, then go to England. But if you're looking to have a slice of home in America--something that captures the essence and nostalgia of the UK--The British Pantry and Neville's are perfect for you, period. It's sad to see so many nitpicking reviews. Over the roughly 20 years I've been going, I've seen people quick to judge and point out what they think could be better. But customer service isn't just about ringing up your order; it's about the nostalgia, the care, and the attention that places like this put into what they do. The staff truly care, and they go out of their way to help you find exactly what you're looking for. They're not rushing you out the door or shouting "Next!" like some fast-food places--they treat you like a valued customer. So before leaving a negative review, I encourage you to think about the dedication and love these people put into their store. This is one of the best places to experience a real taste of Britain in Washington. Trust me, it's worth visiting. read more

I went to visit The British Pantry today with a friend, and I enjoyed it. The service was great and the staff were nice. I liked the British and antique, yet classical vibe of the restaurant. It was very quaint and peaceful. The food was good. However, I gave four stars because I wish they had more vegetarian options. Their vegetarian options were little to none. They should totally consider getting some vegetarian meat substitutes or adding vegetarian options. There are a lot of vegetarians in this area, and especially on the east side, where they are located. I had the crumpets with butter and jam, scrambled eggs, and fried potatoes. It was a delicious dish. It tasted very authentic and was full of great flavors! They also have a cute shop next to the restaurant, and a bar next door to that. They are all owned by the same owners. Overall, I would recommend The British Pantry. However, if you are vegetarian, please know that your options are very limited and you will have to get creative and remove meat, and add on sides, etc. read more

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Good selection, and it's nice to be able to find things I use every day but can't get in the States. Also, they've got wonderful pies. Very highly recommended. read more

came here this morning for my daughter's birthday breakfast. We had a spectacular British breakfast in London, and was excited to see the British Pantry to replicate our stellar experience in London. We ordered Eggs Benedict. Unfortunately, the hollandaise sauce tasted as if it had turned bad. The next order of the full English breakfast was lacking. The the bacon was way over cooked and a bitter taste. . The beans offered were good. Would have preferred a choice of toast, as none was offered. Overall, a letdown on the quality of food. Visited the shop next door and purchased some English items. Also visited the pub connected to the store. An amazing idea for a genuine English experience. Sadly, food, service and atmosphere are are all lacking. read more

I tried their Lancashire pasty, which was hearty and filled with flavorful meat and vegetables. I opted for their house blend English Breakfast tea, which was smooth and robust, making it a perfect pairing. Our server was attentive and kept our tea refreshed. This hidden gem is charming and very much in line with the U.K. theme. The decor was cozy, and I enjoyed looking at the nostalgic photos of Queen Elizabeth that gave the place an authentic British feel. It's almost like a small slice of the U.K. in Washington. I'd definitely return, especially in the afternoon, since they offer high tea time service. read more

The British Pantry - Lancashire Pasty Steak And Mushroom Pie - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

I stop by here whenever I am in Redmond. There is a restaurant on one side and a cute little shop on the other. My favorite thing to order is the sausage roll. I will get it every single time. I actually get 4-6 so that I can take them home and heat them up to eat for the next few days. I love them! I also love looking at all the desserts in the cases. I have tried quite a few and none of them have disappointed. It is also fun to browse around the shop for little nicknacks or snacks to take home. For the restaurant, I have only done tea time once and it was pleasant. Nothing special so I would stick to just ordering off the menu IMO. read more

I hate giving one star reviews but this place deserves it. Their food (pastries etc) in the case is reliably stale, old and not so tasty. Service is subpar. They do not have a return policy even if you purchase something expired (or moldy, which happened to me). I've come in twice and it's been one star each time so I'll be seeking my British tea and treats elsewhere. Bummer! read more

The British Pantry - Fuzzy mold on my candy - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

We visited the British Pantry as we wanted to have a taste of home having moved from the UK a year ago. We purchased some items from the shop first (prices are high but to be expected as imported goods although some of the cheese was made in the USA when I checked the label). The pork pies that we had when we got home were tasty (not to be compared with Melton Mowbray but good enough). However when we went to eat in the restaurant I was very disappointed. The scone was flat as a pancake - it had clearly not been cut using a proper cutter, was cut far too thin or the recipe was wrong. Scones are supposed to be fluffy and big, this was not. The cream was from a can (or looked and tasted like it was anyway) not proper thick cream and the jam was ok but did not taste of anything other than sugar. Tea was Yorkshire Gold and a proper brew but the other items we had were alright. The server had no idea that a tea cake can be offered toasted and just said it comes uncut and as is. I will be back for the pork pies but please work on the scones as the one I had was sad and not a proper scone. read more

Great atmosphere!! Lovely staff!! (shoutout Emily our waitress) Amazing food!! I highly recommend dropping by if you're in the area! read more

We went there for breakfast after discovering this little gem. It seems to offer authentic British breakfast options because many dishes has beans in it. We had big British breakfast with has two sausages that tasted quite different from the other sausages we've had. These sausages seemed to have more starch in them. And of course you cannot miss those beans in your typical British breakfast and we absolutely loved those beans. Overall I say this is a nice restaurant. We will definitely come back to try their afternoon tea. These types of small local owned and operated restaurants are becoming hard to find as Redmond go thru development that's replacing these small restaurants with larger chains or more fancy restaurants, but also more expensive. read more

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Great food, service, and ambience! Everything is great here. I especially enjoy the bangers and mash.

We've been here twice and the first time we just went to the shop attached. Tonight we officially ate dinner here. The tea was lovely and the food was alright. They weren't busy at all and the waiter working was very friendly and personable. The fish and chips wasn't consistently crispy which was a bummer and the salad had too much dressing. The bread pudding was pretty good as well. I ordered the English tart but they ran out and I was able to pick something from the shop case instead. Even if the dinner was just okay it was redeemed by the delicious shortbread (not pictured) from the shop. So simple and not too crumbly. I was happy they gave me an alternative dessert, again solid service. I hope to go back to try their high tea. read more

The British Pantry - Fish And Chips, Side Salad, Earl grey tea - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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We have been coming here for decades and it is amazing! We love the service, serving ladies, food, and tea! The ambiance is excellent. We highly recommend The British Pantry to all! Love to Paula, Jackie, Claire, Ileah, and Alvia! read more

Fun quirky spot! Not your formal English tea but good mix of the traditional sweet & savory. Connected to a British emporium where you can buy imported pantry staples, including a bakery and a Pub. Friendly service and a varied menu. read more

Really unique spot in Washington and feels just like England. Decor has an old fashioned feel with many nods to the royal family everywhere you look. Came for high tea with a friend and really enjoyed the house tea. The fruit weren't the freshest and the service was decent albeit minimal check-ins and no initial acknowledgement from staff when entering. read more

The British Pantry - High Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Called a couple weeks before my date to find out if they were still serving their high tea options and was informed that they were in the morning and that they weren't taking reservations. Showed up around 11:20 am and were seated relatively quickly - gave us the option of indoor/outdoor and we responded with wherever would be easiest for them. Had we known there were tvs and loud rugby enthusiasts outside, we would've chosen inside especially since we couldn't see the TV's where we were seated, lol. After trying to order order high tea, we were told it was only offered after 2:30 pm... She went with Earl Grey tea with Eggs Benedict and I went with Blackcurrant tea with Lancaster Pasty. As we were still catching up, we asked to see a dessert menu and lo and behold, High Tea was listed for the morning and afternoon. We split an order of the Apple & Berry Tart which came with a generous portion of vanilla bean ice cream. After lunch, we browsed through the gift shop, which has been rearranged and is much neater and inviting than previously. I bought a couple of meat pies from their refrigerator to take home. We've been here before and will definitely visit again. Hopefully we'll get to try their High Tea experience some time (fingers crossed). read more

The British Pantry - Blackcurrant Tea ($3.00), Lancashire Pasty ($12.00), Apple & Berry Fruit Pie ($6.00), Beef & Onions Pie ($4.25), and Pork Pie ($4.50) - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Love this place. Expensive but they have genuine stuff from the UK so can't really complain.

Bathroom was truly disgusting, it looked like someone had vomited all over it. Custard tart was inedible. Though the service was good and savory pastries were tasty, I was very disappointed with this place. read more

I went here for an afternoon high tea on a Sunday with my friend. We had the royal tea and the afternoon tea. The scone, crumpets, and everything else on the plate were fresh and delicious. It's a great place with British-themed decor to catch up with friends and enjoy tea and snacks. read more

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Pretty mediocre Chicken Pasty and Sausage rolls; were no where close to what you get in UK

quaint and adorable, hard to find international items. amazing bakery and restaurant, the people that work here are actually british!!! it's really cute lol. read more

My family and I love this place. The service is excellent, the prices are reasonable, and the food is always good. we especially enjoy the afternoon tea. read more

I love their pasties. And these keep in the fridge for several days to a week (or more). Special call out for their Lancashire pasty. Staff a friendly and helpful. read more

Love coming here for tea. The food is delicious and there's a good selection of black and herbal teas. The tea menu gives us just the right amount of food; scrumptious cucumber sandwiches, yummy fruit, a crumpet, a tea cake, and we always add a sausage roll because we love them. The store is the best! So many varieties of tea and goodies. The Lancashire pasties are our favorite. We also love the proper British chips ... crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The only issue we've encountered was a rude server. When you come in, it's not at all clear what's what. It's a lobby-type room with no greeter, so we had no idea how to have a sit-down tea because there was no one around. No one in the store or the restaurant. When I went in search of someone, a server said rudely, "Can I HELP you?!?" I said we're here for afternoon tea and she said rudely to go back outside the gate "while we clean and set up a table." There was hardly anyone in the restaurant and numerous tables were clean and ready and set up. To the staff: we don't know what we don't know. Don't be rude. Especially when it is not at all clear how to dine in the restaurant AND there was nobody around to help us. We waited awhile before going in search of someone. read more

In April, I was supposed to visit family in London for my birthday. Obviously, that didn't happen due to the current situation. As such, I was lucky to find this substitute on the Eastside. I didn't take part in the restaurant portion of the establishment so this will focus on the items they were selling. I was truly happy with tea offerings that had in stock. While you might be able to find 1-2 brands in other grocery stores (Twinnings) you probably wouldn't get as much of a range in flavors (lapsang souchong comes to mind). But the store had others brands as well as accessories for your tea experience (so many diffusers). I did notice others items such as the chips (Taytos/Walkers) that you would notice in a Tesco. So many choices including so many jams that would be great for crumpets. They even offered multiple brands of egg cups. Next time I visit I will ask if they offer the meal on their menu. They had Cadbury and other candies as well. They offered many pastries and desserts near the line. In terms of COVID-19 preparations, they do require masks and they marked places on the ground for people to stand while waiting on line. I would definitely come back for breakfast and just in case I need additional British items read more

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Bought apple pie and it had mold inside. Check your food and how long it stays there. read more

The British Pantry - Apple pie - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

We arrived to a very busy scene at the restaurant where one woman was handling all the tables, and seemed to be doing it superbly with a fantastic smile on her face. They really could have used another server, but she was handling it remarkably well. We were seated and warned that there would be a bit of a wait but we weren't in a huge rush--heck, we got there at the end of the lunch rush. Because it was 2:30 before we ordered for our late lunch, we ordered the Afternoon Tea. The food was good, although the menu's description of the spinach quiche and the bacon and mushroom quiche is lacking. BOTH quiches have bacon, so if you're looking for a vegetarian or kosher option, skip the quiche. The scones are quite different than I've ever seen before--they look more like a crumpet than a scone, but they were delicious. We also got the salt and vinegar wings as an appetizer and I was a bit surprised to see six chicken LEGS come out on a plate. They were delicious, though. It's a bit of a haul to get down to Redmond from where we live, but we try to get down there once or twice a year to enjoy having tea. There really aren't any places up on the North end. read more

Fantastic service and pretty good food! After a night out of drinking, my boyfriend wanted to go out for breakfast to help with his hangover. He's from the UK, so I wanted to find an authentic British breakfast spot for us to try out. The British Pantry had high praises on both Yelp and Google, so I had high hopes that we would have a good experience! We arrived at 10:02 on a Sunday morning. They open at 10 AM, so we were the first/only ones there. Upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted by a friendly server. Her name was Paula, and she was the sweetest woman ever. She asked if we had a preference on where we wanted to be seated, to which we said anywhere was fine. After seating us in a lovely, well-lit corner, she asked if we wanted any tea to start. I can't remember the tea my boyfriend got, but it was pretty good! As we looked over the menu, she checked in to make sure we were doing okay, which I really appreciated. My boyfriend was trying to take a picture of me, but he said, "Awh. The lighting is pretty bad." Paula overheard what he had said, and after taking our order, she shut the blinds behind me, which helped balance out the light issue on the camera. The food was delicious! I had the breakfast sandwich, and the potatoes it came with were perfect! It was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Definitely way better than having American hash browns for breakfast. The sandwich was pretty good as well. I'm more of a sausage rather than ham type of person, so that's why I didn't love it as much as I could've. My boyfriend had the English breakfast. He said it was excellent and came close to what it's usually like in the UK. Paula checked in on us just the perfect amount of times, and she was so attentive, sweet, and friendly throughout the entire time we were there. We are definitely coming back again soon! read more

The British Pantry - Breakfast sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Do love it a lot Tiny little store The people work here some of them are really British Their accent does sound cute I love it so much Funny place to go have a high tea. read more

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Customer service was poor. Me and my family were recently in there and were told we could not eat in either of their restaurants because of something they say happened last summer. The lady was rude and unprofessional read more

Unfortunately this place no longer has the best fish and chips. The chips are still the best around. The fish used to be generous portions of tender fish. Now it's two small, dry, tough filets. Very disappointing. read more