"Retro Cafe Afternoon Tea" Offered for a Limited Time

DoubleTree by Hilton Tokyo Ariake (Koto Ward, Tokyo; General Manager: Hiroaki Shimamune) will offer the "Retro Cafe Afternoon Tea" for a limited time from Monday, May 11, 2026, to Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the all-day dining "SAUS" on the 1st floor.

This afternoon tea features classic cafe menus that evoke a sense of nostalgia, prepared with the high-quality touch only a hotel can offer. Enjoy visually delightful items such as mini pudding a la mode, strawberry shortcake, and melon soda-inspired jelly, all beloved across generations. Additionally, we have prepared savory items to enjoy between sweet treats, including a quiche reminiscent of Neapolitan pasta and egg sandwiches.

For drinks, we offer a rich lineup including teas made with tea leaves from the long-established German tea brand "Ronnefeldt," as well as coffee and juices. You can enjoy pairing them with your sweets as you like. As optional menus, we also offer the "Retro-style Banana Cookie Shake," which has a nostalgic taste, and sparkling wine, to add a touch of glamour to your tea time.

The menu, which combines playful visuals with a commitment to ingredients, offers a comforting nostalgia and satisfying taste. Enjoy a relaxing tea time while experiencing the charm of cafe culture.

Highlights of the "Retro Cafe Afternoon Tea" Menu

Mini Pudding A La Mode

A classic cafe favorite, pudding a la mode, is offered in an adorable mini size. This classic custard pudding, made with eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla paste for a firm texture, is colorfully garnished with kiwi, orange, and strawberries. Topped with whipped cream and a cherry, it's a dish that evokes a sense of nostalgia.

A classic shortcake beloved by all generations. Fluffy sponge cake is layered with cream and strawberries, creating a gently sweet flavor. The top is piped with cream and adorned with colorful chocolate sprinkles, while a hint of acidity from dried lemon adds a light accent to the taste.

Strawberry Shortcake

Vanilla Rosette Cookie

A simple vanilla-scented cookie, baked into a charming rosette shape resembling a rose. Adorned with red and green glacé cherries on top, adding a lovely accent.

The chef sampled various types of bread to find buns that combine a pleasant bite with the rich buttery aroma characteristic of brioche dough, achieving excellent balance. Smooth strained bean paste is combined with butter and fresh cream, creating a dish where richness and gentle sweetness harmonize. The fluffy texture of the buns enhances the ingredients' appeal, offering a satisfying bite.

Brioche An Butter Sandwich

Melon Soda-style Jelly

Melon soda, a classic cafe drink, is reimagined as a refreshing jelly. Based on the gentle sweetness of melon, a hint of lemon acidity is added for a clean aftertaste. Its appearance, reminiscent of carbonated bubbles, evokes a nostalgic feeling, while the texture is a smooth jelly. Topped with cream, sparkling silver dragees, and a chocolate straw, it's a playful creation.

The flavor of Neapolitan pasta, a classic cafe menu item, is expressed in this quiche. Made with paprika, tomato, and onion, it has a nostalgic flavor reminiscent of Neapolitan. The gentle richness of egg and the moderate acidity of tomato harmonize in this dish.

Neapolitan Quiche

Cafe-style Egg Sandwich

A classic egg sandwich that evokes a sense of nostalgia. With a hint of mustard mayonnaise, it achieves a balance of gentle richness and moderate acidity. The fluffy bread enhances the smooth filling, creating a flavor you won't tire of.

"Retro Cafe Afternoon Tea" Overview

Period: Monday, May 11, 2026 – Sunday, August 2, 2026

Time: 12:00 – 15:00 (Starts every 30 minutes / Last entry 15:00) *2-hour seating (Last order 30 minutes before)

Location: 1F SAUS

Price: Per person Weekdays ¥4,200 / Weekends & Holidays ¥4,500

【Optional Menu】

・Retro-style Banana Cookie Shake

＋¥1,100

The classic "Banana Au Lait," a cafe staple, is reimagined as a luxurious shake. This vanilla ice cream shake is based on the rich sweetness of ripe bananas, generously mixed with chocolate chip cookies, a signature of the "DoubleTree by Hilton" brand. The smooth texture is accented by the crunchy cookies, creating a satisfying drink. Topped with plenty of whipped cream, it offers a rich yet pleasant aftertaste. This optional menu expresses a nostalgic flavor with a sophisticated hotel touch.

・Chandon Rosé Glass Sparkling Wine +¥1,200 (Can be changed to non-alcoholic sparkling wine)

Contents:

Sweets (5 types in total)

・ Mini Pudding A La Mode

・ Strawberry Shortcake

・ Vanilla Rosette Cookie

・ Brioche An Butter Sandwich

・ Melon Soda-style Jelly

Savory (2 types in total)

・ Neapolitan Quiche

・ Cafe-style Egg Sandwich

Plain / Chocolate Chip Scones (Served with clotted cream and blueberry jam)

Drink Selection

Tea (Pot service) - From Ronnefeldt, a long-established German tea brand

o White Peach (Iced) *Recommended for the first cup

o English Breakfast

o Darjeeling Summer Gold

o Earl Grey

o Jasmine Gold

o Morgentau

o Wellness (Caffeine-free)

o Rooibos Cream Orange (Caffeine-free)

o Fruity Chamomile (Caffeine-free)

o Rosy Rosehip (Caffeine-free)

Coffee

o Coffee (Hot / Iced)

o Cafe Latte (Hot / Iced)

o Cappuccino

Juice

o Orange Juice

o Apple Juice