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Camellias, Charleston, SC
Camellias, Charleston, SC
Camellias, Charleston, SC
Camellias, Charleston, SC
Camellias, Charleston, SC

Camellias

4.6
4.6
210 Reviews
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea
Step into a design and architectural wonder. Inspired by the renowned Fabergé jewels, Camellias’ etched-mirror ceiling and crystal chandelier creates a breathtaking world unlike any other champagne lounge. The extensive collection of bottle and by-the-glass drinks are paired with a decadent selection of caviar, charcuterie, local seafood and homemade desserts by La Pâtisserie. The bold pink interiors include marble reclaimed from the library that stood in this spot, a nod to the area’s rich history and tradition. Whether you’re looking to celebrate over Afternoon Tea or treat yourself with friends, Camellias will exceed your greatest expectations.


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2 people

8:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri, Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 990-5460
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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Experiences

  • Tea with Santa

    $78.00 per person

    Nov 25 - Dec 24, 2023
    New Dates Added - 12/11 + 12/18. Join us for an enchanting holiday experience that's become a beloved Charleston tradition. Tea with Santa will transport you and your loved ones to a world of magic and wonder with an array of delectable, holiday-inspired treats and a visit from Santa Claus himself. 78.00 adults | 58.00 children under 12 Saturday | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm & 2 - 4 pm - Sold Out Sunday | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, 2 - 4 pm, 4:30 - 6 pm - Sold Out Monday 12/11, 12/18 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, 2 - 4 pm, 4:30 - 6 pm Reserve the Standard pricing option for your party including children. No pre-payment is required & your total bill will be adjusted to reflect children's pricing.
    Tea with Santa Photo
  • Holiday Tea

    $75.00 per person

    Nov 24 - Dec 22, 2023
    Sip, savor and sparkle this holiday season with an afternoon tea experience at Camellias. Our Holiday Tea service is a blend of tradition and whimsy that will leave you feeling merry and bright with seasonal tea blends, holiday-themed treats and Champagne for our grown-up guests. Gather with loved ones, and embrace the holiday spirit with flair with this spectacular afternoon tea affair. 75.00 adults | 45.00 children under 12 Thursday & Friday | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm and 2 pm - 4 pm *Please reserve the Standard pricing option for your full party including children. No pre-payment is required and your total bill will be adjusted to reflect the children's pricing.
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  • Princess Tea

    $75.00 per person

    Jan 13, 2024 only
    We are fully committed for Princess Tea on January 13, 2024. Do you want to build a snowman? Experience Camellia’s famed Afternoon Tea service on ice with wintry-themed treats and a special appearance by the Snow Sisters. Saturday, January 13 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, 2 - 4 pm Adults 75.00 | Children under 12 45.00
    Princess Tea Photo

What 210 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charleston

    Best Ambiance

  • Charleston

    Great for brunch

  • Charleston

    Good for special occasions

210 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a precious experience for our 3 year old daughter. Mrs. Claus & Santa were so kind and patient with the kids. They sang, spent time with each child individually, read the Night Before Christmas to them, let the kids ask a million questions, and then did individual photos with each child & family. Not a single thing was rushed. The service was lovely and we got the sweetest little keepsake ornament to remember the evening. 10/10 recommend taking your littles to this Christmas experience! ♥️🎄

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Santa tea party was absolute perfection and the sweetest event!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sadly, I expected more. You leave slightly hungry, which is unsatisfactory for the price you pay (almost $200 with tip). I would expect copious amounts of selections for High Tea at that price level. The tea was subpar and extremely bland! We ordered the ginger orange yuzu. My mom and I are tea drinkers, and even after waiting the recommended 5 minutes (we waited 7-8 minutes), we were astonished that the tea was almost clear as water and the taste faint. The waitress was very kind as when we mentioned it when she checked on us, she was happy to offer adding another tea bag, and fresh tea cups. Still though, even with the second bag, the tea was very faint, and at that point cold. Sigh... • Ambiance? Beautiful. No detail was overlooked. • Service? Great. The ladies working were knowledgeable and hard working. • Food? Subpar. 5+ pieces more per person for that price level. Ambiance can only carry you so far when you came to eat at High Tea. • Taste? Food-yummy, not sure I'd say delectable (again, for that price point). The macrons seemed store bought. Tea-Very bland. I treated my mom who was visiting CHS to High Tea at Camellia's. Both of us are very well traveled and experienced foodies & tea drinkers. We had an excellent time nonetheless chatting just the two of us and enjoyed the ambiance of Camellia's thoroughly. Not sure I'd be back unless invited by someone else. Recommend? Maybe.

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  4. SuzanneD

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the Holiday Tea with my mom who was in town. We had a lovely time and everything from the food to the service was great!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    “Tea with Santa” experience! Pricey, but the pink ambiance was quite worth it! Unlimited amounts of tea you can drink! Phenomenal that you can try out so many different types of tea. You also get a glass of pink tinted rose, which is rare for afternoon tea.

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  6. CoriP

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Ryan was amazing and helped to make it even more special. The tea room itself is gorgeous - just need a little help with acoustics. Also, just one more small note...I think the tea sandwich part of the service could be a little bit larger bites. Overall, had a great time and enjoyed it very much!!

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  7. Ebone

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time for my birthday tea party! Would highly recommend

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  8. DeeL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent but was insubstantial. We left feeling hungry and ate afterwards.

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  9. JacquelineD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. I've never been to a tea and I'll never come close to this experience again. The room was beautiful. Our hostess was attentive and very friendly. Pastries were out of this world. If I'm in Charleston again I will definitely go back.

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  10. MarthaP

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    They booked a bridal party of about 25 women the day we had our afternoon tea. It was exceedingly noisy as a result. They didn't tell us about this very large party beforehand.

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  11. Devyn

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So cute!!! My boyfriend and I had afternoon tea for my birthday. It was great! Kinda expensive, but totally worth it.

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  12. DanielleR

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food appeared dried out. Presentation lacking any appeal. Plastic cups for the crème fraiche! China very plain . Very disappointing overall. Pleasant service. Lovely room.

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  13. foodie

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The tea service was sub par based on the food presentation and selection. It was overpriced for the items presented. The scones were terrible and micro mini. The pastries were also small and tasteless. I was so disappointed. I imagined a place in the Hotel Bennett would be extraordinary but it was horrible. Save your money. I also told them of my food allergy on the phone and they still brought out the savories with onions which is what I am allergic to and they offered me an additional deviled egg. Sad but true.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tea at Camilla’s is such an enjoyable experience. Service is impeccable and the bites and sweets are always delicious.

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  15. KellyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our afternoon tea was lovely. The tea options were amazing, and the food was both beautiful and delicious.

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  16. KathiB

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice tea... Beautiful room…. Food was delicious, sparkling champagne very good.. Great staff…. Perfect, fun experience for our mother/daughter trip!

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  17. NicoleL

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my mom and grandma here for a girls tea. We greatly enjoyed our experience. This place is adorable! The food was excellent as well.. plenty to keep you full across both savory and sweet options. Would definitely recommend for a special day out.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You pay for the experience in this stunning room! Located in the Bennett Hotel, you can’t missing the gorgeous pink room. Had very high expectations going into this as it’s is quite hard to get a reservation and it is not cheap. It is perfect for a Bachelorette party, girls trip, or mother daughter experience. Teas and pastries were great however the first round of finger foods were not. Tasted old and very strange assortment to pair with tea. Fish, crab, etc was just a very weird taste when drinking a fruity tea. Wish they would have a better assortment according to the tea you pick. Overall was fun. Would not do again though.

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  19. richards

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Server (do not know her name - she was looking forward to her 30th birthday trip to Ireland) was wonderful - took great care of us!

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  20. SJinNJ

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the tea in the most beautiful pink room. The tea sandwiches and desserts were amazing. Such a wonderful time celebrating.

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  21. CharlotteDiners

    Charlotte

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for afternoon tea. Lots of tea options and we enjoyed being able to try a few. The tea snacks were quiet good. Various sweet treats were all fabulous. Champs was a perfect extra as well. Great for a girls afternoon.

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  22. HeatherC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately we were seated near a table of little girls. They were adorable, but not what we had envisioned! The room is much smaller than it appears in pictures so even moving wouldn’t have helped much. The food was not very good. My biggest complaint though is the lemon curd and clotted cream were served in little disposable plastic containers.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and ambience. Lovely service. The highlight of our trip to Charleston.

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  24. Mommadonna

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Poor service. Not enough staff working. This was for an afternoon tea and for two people we were given a tea pot with only one tea bag. For the price we should have each had our own pot.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The space is absolutely beautiful! I think there should be appetizer options for those who do not eat meat.

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  26. Charles

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed afternoon tea. It is a treat to enjoy the leisurely pace of tea. Camellia's does a great job in a vey beautiful location.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Camellias is such a beautiful room. We went for afternoon tea. The atmosphere, the decor, the food , the service, couldn’t have been more perfect. What a special experience! Highly recommend!

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  28. Selina

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Experience was fine, table cloths were worn old and spotted dirty, the tea and food was okay. I’ve been to much nicer afternoon teas especially for the value.

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  29. tealover

    Charleston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Service was excellent . Santa was great.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed tea with Santa! Christmas in July was fantastic!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely afternoon tea with my teen daughter to start off our Charleston visit. Our flight was delayed and instead of arriving the evening before, had to crash in Atlanta (sans luggage) and landed disheveled the next morning. Needless to say, we were frazzled and worried we’d miss our reservation made months in advance. Luckily we had enough time to check in to the hotel, freshen up and stroll to Camellia’s where we were warmly greeted by the tea room’s calming rose ambience and equally friendly staff. There is something quite relaxing about leisurely enjoying fine tea and exquisite bites. The tea selection and quality was one of the best I’ve tasted. Would definitely come back again! 🫖🍰🌴

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  32. KatieC

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This visit to Camellias was for the Christmas in July event with my little girl. It was absolutely fabulous!

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  33. JasonA

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the 3rd time we have done Tea at Camellias, and it didn't disappoint. This time it added Santa in July !!!! It was great I'd recommend to anyone

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the Christmas in July experience tea. Food was a bit limited and so/so for the $75 adult price tag. It would have been nice if they offered an alternative to champagne for the adult ticket. Santa was adorable, great service and atmosphere, love the pink motif.

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  35. ChrisW

    Western NC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I enjoyed our afternoon tea. It was nice to visit, enjoy the tea service and not be rushed. Food was delicious.

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  36. PattiT

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tea. Highly recommend. Book early and reservations fill up fast.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The afternoon tea was a very fun experience for my daughter’s birthday.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, tea and deserts were all delicious. The service was great. Really fun experience

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  39. Elizabeth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful experience for my mom and myself. The wait staff was outstanding and very pleasant.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extremely accommodating for dietary restrictions. We truly had a wonderful experience.

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FAQs

Camellias is rated 4.6 stars by 210 OpenTable diners.

Camellias does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Camellias

404 King St, Charleston, SC 29403-6422

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Charleston
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri, Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Wine
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