Wimbledon-Inspired Food Pop-Ups Coming To London This Summer

By Ellie Smith

1 month ago

Tennis-themed teas, pastries, drinks and more


Tennis fever is about to hit London as Wimbledon returns from 29 June – 12 July 2026. And if you didn’t manage to secure tickets this year, fear not: you can still get into the spirit at one of the many Wimbledon pop-ups arriving in the capital. Many restaurants, cafes and hotels get involved by introducing tennis-inspired specials – from themed afternoon teas to Pimm’s cocktails. Here are the ones not to miss in 2026.

Wimbledon Pop-Ups In London For 2026

Strawberry afternoon tea at The Langham

The Langham

West End hotel The Langham is tapping into Wimbledon – and celebrating the British strawberry season – with its new afternoon tea. Served in the elegant Palm Court this summer, the Strawberry Season Afternoon Tea is centred around strawberries from fourth-generation growers J Myatt and Co Ltd at Mockbeggar Farm in Kent. A custom-made strawberry cart will dish up strawberry ice cream and sorbet, while pastries on offer will include Made in Kent: a crunchy biscuit with strawberries and crème fraîche. On the drinks side, guests can choose between two miniature summer aperitifs: the Pimm’s Royal or the non-alcoholic Langham Fizz made with JING Blackcurrant and hibiscus concentrate. 

22 June – 2 August 2026, from £85pp. langhamhotels.com

Pavyllon London

For a Michelin-starred Wimbledon experience, book a table at Yannick Alléno’s French restaurant Pavyllon London at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. A limited-edition four-course menu is launching to tie in with the Championships, named The Final Set and featuring dishes like green lasagna, seabass aiguillette served with dashi, caviar and Isigny cream, and sugar-coated strawberry tart with vanilla cream. 

29 June – 12 July 2026, from £115pp. pavyllonlondon.com

Wimbledon afternoon tea at Ham Yard Hotel

Ham Yard Centre Court-Yard

Once again the courtyard of Ham Yard Hotel is being transformed into a Wimbledon viewing area, with matches to be shown daily on large LED screens (with wireless headphones available). Cocktails, meanwhile, are inspired by the forgotten Pimms’s Cups: the Beach Cup No.1, for instance, features Papa Salt gin, Suze and basil. A Wimbledon afternoon tea is also on offer featuring the likes of seafood bridge rolls and quail scotch eggs alongside Pimm’s tartlets.

29 June – 12 July 2026, afternoon tea from £53pp. firmdalehotels.com

Cocktails at Azzurra

Azzurra

Off the booze this summer? You can still get involved with the Wimbledon fun at Sloane Street seafood restaurant Azzurra, which is launching a limited-edition menu in partnership with alcohol-free drinks brands Wild Idol and Everleaf. Non-alcoholic cocktails on offer include Courtside, which pairs Amaroni Santoni with Everleaf Mountain and Wild Idol. There are alcoholic drinks available too, like the Honey P-Deuce (inspired by the famous tennis cocktail) made with Ketel One, Everleaf Forest, Allora cordial and Wild Idol. Enjoy alongside a Wimbledon-inspired dessert made with Amalfi lemon, ricotta and white chocolate.

27 June – 29 July 2026. azzurrarestaurant.co.uk

Orion

Located in the heart of Wimbledon Village, Orion is perfectly placed for lunch or dinner amid the tournament. The French-inspired restaurant, helmed by chef Alex Webb, has a three-course menu on offer paired with Lanson Champagne – the official champagne of the Championships. Enjoy dishes like Devon crab salad, black cod with clams and a tennis ball-inspired dessert, all while watching live match screenings. The eatery will also be serving up strawberries and cream, lobster rolls and Pimm’s streetside, and offering an oysters and champagne happy hour.

Available throughout Wimbledon. orionbyalexwebb.com

Bluebird Chelsea

Chelsea stalwart Bluebird is transforming its courtyard into a summer sport viewing destination, complete with a newly installed outdoor screen. When Wimbledon kicks off, the restaurant will launch a menu in collaboration with Lavazza (the official coffee partner of the Championships): guests can choose from dishes like strawberries and cream with a soft serve sundae, and a ‘Grand Slam’ of pistachio parfait, sour cherries and Dubai chocolate. The space will be given a tennis-themed makeover too, with oversized tennis balls dotted throughout.

Available throughout Wimbledon. bluebird-restaurant.co.uk

The Zetter Bloomsbury

The Zetter Bloomsbury

New London hotel The Zetter Bloomsbury will screen all the Wimbledon games in its 100-square-metre garden. Guests can enjoy themed drinks like the Gin & Deuce (Bombay Sapphire with pomelo and pink pepper tonic) and Strawberries & Cream Frosé, while tucking into hampers filled with Lanson Champagne, savoury snacks, Pump Street chocolates and of course strawberries and cream. Meanwhile, a Wimbledon-themed afternoon tea will be served in the Orangery restaurant: think finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and special desserts like the Eton Mess Cup. 

29 June – 12 July 2026. thezetter.com