Enjoy a delightful afternoon tea in Austin, where Southern hospitality meets a quirky, creative twist on this classic British tradition!
Whether you’re exploring South Congress, strolling around Lady Bird Lake, or hitting up a local art gallery, there’s always time to pause for finger sandwiches, scones, and sweets.
Indulge in a tiered selection of delicate sandwiches, fluffy scones with jam and cream, and a mouth-watering variety of cakes and pastries, all served with a pot of fine tea—or a glass of bubbly if you’re feeling fancy!
From the elegant charm of Hotel Ella to the whimsical Brentwood Social House and vintage vibes at The Steeping Room, Austin offers a mix of traditional and modern afternoon tea experiences to suit every taste.
Whether it’s a girls’ day out, a special celebration, or just a chance to slow down, afternoon tea in Austin is the perfect blend of relaxation and indulgence.
7 Best Afternoon Tea Austin Has To Offer
The Driskill Hotel
604 Brazos Street, Austin,TX 78701
The Driskill’s celebrated Afternoon Tea offers the perfect setting for special occasions, holidays, or casual gatherings.
Enjoy three scrumptious courses of classic French pastries, petit fours, and delicate finger sandwiches as you leisurely sip premium loose leaf teas and sparkling wine.
Stay as long as you’d like for a quaint afternoon and memorable experience in this beautifully historic hotel.
The Steeping Room
4400 North Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756
The Steeping Room have around 90 teas on their menu from tea artisans all over the world, including seasonal teas from India, Nepal, China and Sri Lanka.
They offer a traditional European tea service with scones, tea cakes, and coffee or tea.
If you fancy something a bit more exotic, they also offer Middle Eastern or Asian-style tea service.
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Zhi Tea
1023 Springdale Road, #7a, Austin, TX 78721
Zhi Tea is a homegrown Austin company. They are quite active in their community; participating in many local, sustainable events throughout the year and they’ve even won a “Local Heroes Award” through the Edible Communities.
This cosy exposed brick teahouse offers a wide range of premium teas and light snacks.
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Brentwood Social House
1601 West Koenig Lane, Austin, TX 78756
This European-style cafe serves up tea, coffee, English baked goods, savoury pies and French-style quiches.
They are currently offering an Afternoon Tea Box for each guest for a picnic-style Afternoon Tea party.
Tables are set up in the backyard to accommodate the total number of guests.
Afternoon Tea Boxes include two sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, three desserts, and your choice of tea.
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Hotel Ella
1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX 78705
Goodall’s at Hotel Ella serves a delightful afternoon tea service.
Afternoon Tea features a selection of organic Austin-based Zhi Teas and an assortment of traditional tea sandwiches, pastries, and confectionery sweets.
Sips and Sweets Cafe at Kendra Scott Flagship
1701 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
The Kendra Scott Sips & Sweets Café is one of the best coffee shops in Austin.
Located in their Flagship Store on South Congress, this whimsical cafe serves all-day coffee, global wines, sweet pastries, and a seasonal rotation of sweets and bites from local bakers.
The décor is very picturesque and is a great spot to enjoy high tea.
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