Experience the elegance of afternoon tea in NYC, where British tradition meets the glamour of the Big Apple!
Whether you’re looking for a luxurious hotel tea service, a chic modern café, or a cozy vintage-inspired tearoom, New York City has an incredible selection of spots to enjoy this timeless ritual.
Indulge in a beautifully arranged tiered selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and cream, and an array of exquisite pastries, all perfectly paired with a pot of premium tea—or a glass of bubbly for extra indulgence!
Iconic venues like The Plaza’s Palm Court, Baccarat Hotel, and Alice’s Tea Cup offer unforgettable settings, from grand hotel lounges to whimsical, fairy-tale-inspired tea rooms.
Perfect for special occasions, a sophisticated girls’ day out, or simply a relaxing escape from the city’s hustle and bustle, afternoon tea in NYC is a must-try. So, sip, snack, and enjoy a little slice of luxury!
Best Afternoon Tea NYC Has To Offer
The Gallery at the Carlyle
35 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021
Inspired by the sultan’s dining room at the Topkapi Palace in Turkey, The Gallery is an exquisite, private retreat.
The Gallery features a modern twist on classics, such as Hudson Valley Foie Gras Torchon and assorted house-made pâtés, along with a complete afternoon tea with exotic teas, finger sandwiches, scones with authentic Devonshire cream, and fresh pastries.
Visit the website for prices and opening times.
Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon
56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Lady Mendl’s is a true Victorian tea salon in a brownstone on Irving Place that serves a classic English afternoon tea.
Sit on couches by the fireplace or at elegantly set tables. On the afternoon tea menu you’ll find green market tea sandwiches, traditional scones, gateau de crepes and petit fours.
Alice’s Tea Cup
Chapter 1: 102 West 73rd Street, New York, NY 10023
Chapter 2: 156 East 64th Street, New York, NY 10065
Be enchanted by Alice’s Tea Cup all set around the magical world of Alice in Wonderland.
Enjoy homemade scones and decadent desserts as well as sandwiches served on three tiers.
There are many afternoon teas including the Madhatter and the Jabberwocky!
American Girl Place
609 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10017
Enjoy the American Girl tea experience. Based inside the upscale shop for speciality dolls and accessories.
There’s cinnamon buns, mini pizzas, sandwiches as well as cookies and tarts and a flower pot crumble.
Visit the website for opening times.
The Russian Tea Room
150 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019
There is plenty on the menu at this decadent tea room. From a Royal afternoon tea to a children’s afternoon tea there is lots on offer.
Expect delicate sandwiches and blinis, scones, cupcakes and petit four.
The Palm Court at the Plaza
Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
For over 100 years, The Palm Court has been New York City’s iconic destination for Afternoon Tea.
Enjoy the Manhattan Tea with sandwiches and savouries, scones with Devonshire cream and curd, pastries and sweets such as a lychee and rose macaron.
This is pure elegance!
Baccarat Hotel
28 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019
Honoring the legendary Baccarat crystal brand’s heritage of creating masterpieces for generations of royal households, they have imagined a tea service reflective of those enjoyed in palaces around the world.
Expect beautifully presented sweet and savoury treats served on crystal stands
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Bergdorf Goodman
754 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Visit this picturesque setting, designed by Kelly Wearstler, with sweeping views of Central Park, and enjoy irresistible dishes including the famous Gotham Salad.
On offer are tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones and variety of petite sweets.
Brooklyn High Low
611 Vanderbilt Avenue, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Brooklyn High Low pulls from high tea and low tea to offer a classic tearoom service, Brooklyn-style, through three tea experiences.
The Classic, the Vanderbilt, and the Heights teas offer a range of savoury bites, baked goods and yummy sweets created in the house kitchen.
The sitting room, decked with low tables, comfortable antique chairs, and vintage décor, is an oasis calm.
Chanson
20 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010
Nested in New York City’s Flatiron District, Patisserie Chanson is a modern European café and eatery that specialises in the art of dessert making.
Their reinvented baked goods, aromatic blooming teas, and beautifully blended coffee stimulates even the most discerning palates.
Visit the website for further details.
Crosby Street Hotel
79 Crosby Street, New York, NY 10012
Crosby Street Hotel is a fun and stylish place to have Afternoon Tea. It is served all day long in The Crosby Bar or on the outdoor terrace during the summer.
Enjoy a delicious selection of finger sandwiches and savouries, followed by sour cream doughnuts with raspberry sugar, as well as homemade scones with clotted cream and preserves, served on Kit Kemp’s beautiful Mythical Creatures Wedgwood china.
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Four Seasons Hotel
57 East 57th Street, New York, NY 10022
Ty Bar is bringing Afternoon Tea back to Four Seasons Hotel in New York.
Enjoy a boozy twist to the classic tradition with tea-infused cocktails, Louis Roederer Brut Champagne and caviar.
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Kings Carriage Hotel
251 East 82nd Street, New York, NY 10028
A favourite destination for afternoon tea in New York City, Kings’ Carriage House offers the timeless experience of afternoon tea serving savoury sandwiches, scones and sweets in the charming outdoor tea garden café.
Ladurée Madison
864 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021
The history of Parisian tea rooms is intimately tied to the history of the Ladurée family.
It all began in 1862, when Louis Ernest Ladurée created a bakery in Paris at 16 rue Royale.
Ladurée is the ultimate French Maison for macarons, sweet pastries, chocolates and more.
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Lillie’s Times Square
249 West 49th Street, New York, NY, 10019
In honour of actress Lillie Langtry – Lillie’s Victorian Establishment was created.
The antique marble bar and furnishings, were acquired from a Victorian mansion in Belfast.
They serve an eclectic range of food and cocktails.
Visit the website for opening times and further details.
The Metropolitan Museum
1000 5th Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10028
The Petrie Court Cafe is located by the European sculptures. Choose from a selection of teas, sandwiches, scones and petit four whilst surrounded by culture.
Patisserie Fouet
15 East 13th Street, New York, NY 10003
Meaning “whisk,” Fouet introduces innovative French desserts and pastries with Japanese ingredients and flair.
Chef Yoshie Shirakawa and her team invite you to indulge in their unique interpretation on conventional cuisine in a patisserie by day and dessert bar by night.
Visit the website for prices and opening times.
The Pierre, Two E Bar & Lounge
2 East 61st Street, New York, NY 10065
Originally built as the Gentleman’s Library at The Pierre, Two E was redesigned by Alexandra Champalimaud to reflect the marvellous style of an Upper East Side residence.
This delightfully swanky noshery and lounge is the perfect place to enjoy Afternoon Tea.
Prince Tea House
36-39 Prince Street, Flushing, NY 11354
This is a charming choice with an ample selection of French teas, plus sweet treats, crepe cakes and light fare.
Prince Tea House prides itself on offering their own unique creations of freshly made and delicious confections.
Visit the website for further details.
Tea & Sympathy
108 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY 10011
Tea & Sympathy is a British restaurant serving traditional British comfort food since 1990.
The shop next door sells popular British groceries, sweets, tea, tea-pots, cups and saucers, and lots more.
The menu includes classic British favourites including Afternoon Tea.
Visit the website for opening times.
Wave Hill
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
Wave Hill is a 28-acre estate in the Hudson Hill section of Riverdale in the Bronx. Enjoy a selection of tea sandwiches and bite-sized pastries, along with bottles of iced black tea and sparkling water.
Available in both vegetarian and standard options, you can enhance your Afternoon Tea with a bottle of red, white or sparkling wine.
Minimum of two guests are required for tea service.
Served Tuesday and Thursday.
The Whitby Hotel
18 West 56th Street, New York, NY 10019
The Whitby Bar has a delicious Afternoon Tea served in the colourful restaurant or the elegant Orangery.
Served on Kit Kemp’s beautiful Sailor’s Farewell Wedgwood china, enjoy finger sandwiches, a selection of mouthwatering cakes including red velvet macarons and pear and ginger layer cake, as well as homemade scones with clotted cream and preserves.
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The Ritz Carlton
50 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
Life in NYC is always evolving: morning coffee leads to a working lunch, and after-work drinks blend into an evening meal.
The newly opened Contour follows this rhythm with a social dining concept celebrating the luxury cocktail experience alongside carefully crafted dishes.
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Cha An BONBON
238A East 9th Street, New York, New York 10003
Cha-An is the hidden gem of East Ninth Street. Designed to look like a Japanese teahouse – with a few cozy bamboo lodges to sip tea in to boot.
Cha-An boasts hand-whisked matcha and house-made Japanese desserts like black sesame mochi and hoji tea jelly with sweet black syrup.
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