Lady Mendls

Name: Lady Mendls
Address: 56 Irving Place, New York, NY, United States, 10003
Telephone: (212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (1180)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Our $89 prix fixe tea service is offered Tuesday 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.

Please note that our entrance is only accessible via a staircase of 10 steps. We do not have an elevator.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Location
56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
Union Square
Cross street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Offers

Summer Prosecco Special
Jun 18, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Sun - 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Tue - Fri - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM,Sat - 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Need a refreshment? Enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco, a mimosa, or bellini at Lady Mendl's Tea Salon this summer! *Offer available with purchase of a tea service.*

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Earl Grey
Floral notes of Bergamot, exceptional combination of Darjeeling, Assam, Chinese, and Sri Lankan teas, sprayed with the oil of Bergamot has been satisfying our customers for generations
English Breakfast
These medium sized leaves produce a copper liquid that has a bright and fragrant cup. The tea is smooth and full-bodied with a malty aftertaste that stands up to a splash of milk or lemon
Moroccan Mint Green
Transport yourself to a land of desert sands, caravans and palm tree filled oasis, with Moroccan Mint a delicious blend of spearmint and green tea. The green tea unfurls into large leaves, with a pale ecru cup and a strong minty flavor
Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong
This delightfully light tea brews to an ecru color and has the taste of baked goodies with an undertone of an earthly oolong. The rich exotic aroma is accompanied by the smooth, delicious taste of coconut macaroon with vanilla accents
Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)
A wonderful blend of green rooibos with cacao and cinnamon and flavored with Bavarian chocolate, cinnamon and hazelnuts. It brews to a golden cup with the delicious aroma and taste of cinnamon baked goodies
Luscious Lemon (Decaf)
A lemony blend that combines organic lemon peel, organic lemongrass, organic lemon balm, and lemon verbena with natural lemon flavor

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad
Green Market Tea Sandwiches
Selections vary based on seasonal availability. Please ask server for the daily options
Traditional Scones
devonshire clotted cream with fruit preserves
Gâteau de Crêpes
vanilla cream
Petit Fours
macarons, chocolate covered strawberries

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge
Lemon Verbena Fresca
Rose Petal Fizz
Peach Bellini
Classic Mimosa
Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc Change$16.00
Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange Gold$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Merlot Change$16.00

What 1,180 people are saying

Lady Mendls reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
5.0Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Manhattan
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lady Mendl's offers an enchanting afternoon tea experience in a beautifully decorated Gilded-age-style setting. Guests rave about the "exquisite teas," "delicious and artfully presented food," and "fantastic service." The ambiance is cozy and elegant, making it "a magical, enchanting place" perfect for special occasions or leisurely afternoons.

1,180 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lady Mendl’s traditional afternoon tea is a wonderful experience - delicious food, excellent service and a beautiful setting. I highly recommend it.
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Dianela
Southwest Florida1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and service was wonderful and the food was delicious! Couldn’t recommend this place more!
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Michelle
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If I lived in NYC this would be my favorite Tea House to visit. What a wonderful way to introduce afternoon tea with friend at Lady Mendl's. Everything from the time we walked inside was wonderful. We were welcomed by a wonderful hostess and sorry I did not get her name. Grace shared the history of the hotel and tea house and very welcoming. All the teas were exquisite. The salad was to die for; I shared with my mom if I was at home I would have used my finger to get that last drop of the dressing. The sandwiches were very tasty. I did not think I would like the butternut squash on toast and wish I could have ordered some to eat on the train ride home. The 21 layered cake was outstanding.
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Yesbelt VIP
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went with a friend for afternoon tea at 2:30 and was immediately charmed by the experience. We were seated at a beautifully set table in a stunning Gilded-age-style room, where soft music played in the background and everything felt calm and well-orchestrated. The tea flowed generously, and the food was both delicious and artfully presented. Altogether, a lovely experience—and a great value for the price.
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Stephen
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely adorable space. Fantastic service and an incredible food.
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Emily VIP
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Valeria was very attentive and provided great service. The food was delicious and the tea delightful
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Carmel VIP
New York City63 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience celebrating a birthday and college graduation.
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Tatiane
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really fantastic afternoon tea! All of the food was great and overall was a really magical Sunday afternoon experience😊
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Shaun
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was incredible experience. The teas were exquisite and perfectly complemented the food, which was delicious. The decor was beautifully eclectic and it felt like you’d been welcomed into a warm, tasteful home for afternoon tea. Took a friend for her birthday and she felt spoiled. Will definitely be returning.
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Lara VIP
New York City10 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience was lovely. I wish they let you choose your tea finger sandwiches. The hostess Valeria was very nice and sweet, she took really good care of my daughter’s requests. I would definitely go back.
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FAQs

Lady Mendls is rated 4.9 stars by 1180 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Neighborhood
Union Square
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Lady Mendls

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Summer Prosecco Special

Main

Earl Grey

English Breakfast

Moroccan Mint Green

Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong

Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)

Luscious Lemon (Decaf)

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad

Green Market Tea Sandwiches

Traditional Scones

Gâteau de Crêpes

Petit Fours

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge

Lemon Verbena Fresca

Rose Petal Fizz

Peach Bellini

Classic Mimosa

Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc Change$16.00

Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange Gold$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Merlot Change$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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