Best Afternoon Tea Restaurants in Columbus Circle

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A photo of The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel restaurant

1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.3

Awesome(5575)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Midtown East

Booked 96 times today

The Palm Court’s Afternoon Tea truly shines with custom tableware and china, a fragrant tea list steeped in history, and of course, a bit of precocious Eloise too. Guests are invited to nibble on our in-house Pastry Chef’s unique culinary offerings like delicate finger sandwiches, buttery scones and elegant desserts, which are all made from scratch with local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.We are open Thursday - Monday for Breakfast* (6:30-10 am), traditional Afternoon Tea (10:30 am-4 pm) and Evening Cocktails and Lite Fare (5 pm-11 pm). At this time, we are only accepting reservations for Afternoon Tea. Availability for Evening Cocktails and Lite Fare is on a walk-in basis. For parties larger than 6 guests, please send an inquiry email to PalmCourt.PLZ@Fairmont.com *Based on hotel occupancy. Hotel guests will be priority.

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2. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1114)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Midtown West

Booked 104 times today

Thank you for choosing The Whitby Bar & Restaurant, We look forward to welcoming you.Live Jazz at the Whitby Bar is returning every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy classic Negroni cocktails as you listen to live jazz music from The Sam Taylor Trio.For our Afternoon Tea service, please book via Open Table through the EXPERIENCE option. To confirm your afternoon tea reservation, we require a credit card for our cancellation policy. Should you cancel within 24 hours of the booking, a $50/pp cancellation fee will incur. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, inside The Whitby Hotel located in the heart of upper Midtown, offers modern American food in a uniquely eclectic setting. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

3. Lady Mendls

4.8

Exceptional(956)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Union Square

Booked 21 times today

Our $78 prix fixe tea service offered Wednesday through Sunday. Lady Mendl's is an unconventionally chic tea salon housed within a Georgian brownstone in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan. An opulent five-course tea is served in an eclectic and whimsical parlor by a doting staff. Patrons sip tea from hand culled vintage Wedgwood teacups as they nibble dainty finger sandwiches and house baked scones. ***WE DO NOT OFFER VEGAN OR GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS. CHILDREN UNDER 12 ARE NOT PERMITTED.***

4. Gotham Lounge

4.4

Awesome(107)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Midtown West

Elegant and intimate, Gotham Lounge is reminiscent of a chic townhouse with a geometric theme in vibrant sapphire, rich chocolate brown and molten chrome. Ideal for small business meetings or personal gatherings, this comfortable lounge is renowned for legendary Afternoon Tea. An updated menu features classic and enhanced Afternoon Tea selections, light lunch and dinner fare, evening cocktails and irresistible desserts that seamlessly pair with an atmosphere of composed sophistication. Reservations are accepted for Afternoon Tea only.

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5. The Parisian Tea Room- NYC

4.1

Excellent(182)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Garment District / Flower District

Booked 4 times today

Feel like an aristocrat during the 1920’s in Paris…….Travels to authentic tea rooms in Paris inspired fashion designer, Karen Elizabeth Lozner (owner of Karen’s School of Fashion) to create her own “1920s in Fashion” Tea Room experience — an elegant place for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, High Tea and special events. The PARISIAN TEA ROOM NYC - is located in the heart of the Garment Center and caters to locals, fashion designers, artists and anyone who enjoys a High Tea or Afternoon Tea experience in a Couture & Lux setting. In addition to High Tea dining experiences, breakfast, brunch & lunch are also served.Host an exquisite party or event such as a Fashion Collaboration, Baby Shower, Bridal Shower, Birthday or just a “Girls Day Out.” The tea room provides a unique High Tea dining experience complete with fresh catering and White Glove Service. High Tea or Afternoon Tea is available by Reservation.

6. AnnTremet Cake

4.4

Awesome(14)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon tea • West Village

Booked 6 times today

AnnTremet Cake is a bakery aside at the north end of West Village, close to Chelsea Market. We specialize in mirror glaze mousse cakes, but we also have a nice selection of differnt desserts, cakes, pies and cookies. Our afternoon tea offering is a great combo of all of our signatures. You will get to choose different mini mirror glaze cakes, pair with our specialty sandwiches, cookies, macarons and mousse cups. There's also a nice selection of teas and beverages come with the combo. Our afternoon tea experience is $39 per person.Please note that our afternoon tea set contains pork, gluten, cheese and fish. If you have any dietary restriction from these ingredients please let us know at least 24 hours before your reservation time. You can call our store at 646-371-9970 or email us at info@anntremetcake.com.

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7. Cacao Bar & Tea Salon by Mariebelle

4.9

Exceptional(51)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon tea • SoHo

Booked 4 times today

Enjoy a stress free time in a space surrounded by antiques and the scents of chocolate and espresso. A fusion of classical and modern; our Cacao Bar will transport you to another era. Sip on our thick, delicious signature hot chocolate made from pure cacao shavings or enjoy our afternoon tea that includes: assorted gourmet finger sandwiches, scones, jams and Devonshire clotted cream. Accompanied with a petite cup of seasonal soup, tier of mini pastries, macarons, and our signature ganache. Served with your choice of unlimited tea or coffee.

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8. The Parlour, Brooklyn High Low

4.8

Exceptional(37)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Park Slope

Booked 6 times today

A Traditional Afternoon tea service, Brooklyn Style.

9. Brooklyn High Low

4.8

Exceptional(255)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon tea • Prospect Heights

Booked 5 times today

We serve Tea Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. *dietary requests made 48 hours in advance must be submitted on the reservation. We offer Vegetarian options and Gluten-Free Tea Tiers. There are no vegan or dairy free options . Our sittings are Timed, please make all arrangements to arrive with your entire party on time. Brooklyn High Low pulls from both Low Tea and High Tea traditions to offer an afternoon tea experience with a Brooklyn twist. Complement a pot of tea with our triple tier plate stand filled with baked scones, crumpets, finger sandwiches & house selections of yummy desserts. Choose from three different experiences, each leaving you more full and comforted than the last. Our Tea experiences are known as "The Classic", "The Vanderbilt", & "The Heights" Our vintage sitting room lends itself to a nostalgic experience while our garden offers fresh air, soft lighting, and a spacious atmosphere. Enjoy a break from the day's pressures to enjoy

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