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Flower covered entrance, The Tea House on Los Rios - The Tea House on Los Rios, San Juan Capistrano, CA

The Tea House on Los Rios

4.7 (3053)
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea
31731 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-3113

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Set in a beautifully restored 1911 cottage complete with a wrap-around veranda and lush gardens, The Tea House on Los Rios offers Orange County's premier high tea experience. Known for our famous scones, delicious tea sandwiches, and loose-leaf teas, we also feature a full luncheon menu and a weekend brunch menu, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. Join us for an unforgettable experience on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Take the train and making a day of it!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, American, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch and Lunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–4:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    The Tea House on Los Rios, is proud to offer catering for celebrations of all sizes. Add a touch of elegance to your next corporate event, bridal shower, luncheon, birthday, baby shower, or holiday party! Contact: catering@theteahouseonlosrios.com
  • Private party facilities
    Specializing in birthday parties, baby and bridal showers, as well as wedding receptions, The Tea House on Los Rios is here to make your event a success. Please contact us to discuss details and specifics of your special day. Contact: events@theteahouseonlosrios.com
  • Neighborhood
    San Juan Capistrano
  • Cross street
    Del Obispo and Los Rios
  • Parking details
    While we do have a very small private lot, it is reserved for handicap and drop off/pick up spaces only. The best place to park is the San Juan Capistrano Train Depot and Parking Structure. This will also provide you an opportunity to view the grounds on your way to The Tea House!
  • Public transit
    Walking distance to the San Juan Capistrano Train Depot, serviced by both Amtrak and Metrolink
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,053 people are saying

The Tea House on Los Rios reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tea House on Los Rios offers a "beautiful atmosphere for pictures" and a quintessential experience with "excellent service." A "wonderful setting" ideal for special occasions like birthdays or bridal showers, it charms with its "amazing tea selections" and delicious scones. The decor and garden add to its enchanting allure.
3,053 Reviews
  1. Christopher

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best tea. Came with my fiance for our anniversary before we have our wedding. If you love tea come here. It’s the best. Do not doubt the tea’s greatness. My favorites have been the Madagascar Vanilla, Hazelnut Vanilla, and Private Reserve. But I got Strawberry Silk tea and it’s the besttttt. Put some cream and sugar in that and wowowwowowwwww.

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  2. Marci

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Tea House was excellent! The food, ambience and service were all fantastic. Our server, Morgan, was awesome. There are many food choices including either a full tea lunch or soups and sandwiches. They also have many, many great tea options. Overall this was an outstanding, reasonably priced dining experience. Definitely recommend!

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  3. M VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were lucky to get in at the last minute. My daughter is days away from having her second child and the tea house has been special for us since she moved here. We enjoyed the quiet summer afternoon at a slow place since the teahouse was actually quite busy. Our server,Leslie, was kind and attentive, letting us know things were a little bit slower that day, but we were there to enjoy and not in a hurry. Everything terrific as usual.

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  4. kathy

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place for a mother/daughter/granddaughter tea. The food, atmosphere, and service were excellent!

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  5. Kathleen

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting was beautiful, our waitress was attentive and knowledgeable, and very accommodating!!! The food was delicious!!! It was a very full meal!!! The teas we delicious with an incredible selection. My granddaughter loved the kids lunch, and bubblegum tea. It was a wonderful special experience from start to finish

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  6. Pamela VIP

    Orange County42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Worth the reservation! Another delightful birthday lunch.

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  7. Kristy

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This a great place for a special occasion such as Mother’s Day, bridal shower, birthday, or just an outing with the girls. The place is beautiful and the experience is magical.

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  8. Dorothy VIP

    Orange County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friends and I love tea, and we love the Tea House on Los Rios. The food was exceptional, and so was the service. We particularly enjoyed the selection flexibility. We have been to the Tea House many times, but yesterday's experience was really outstanding. .

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  9. Peggy

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all got the garden tea which included a delicious scone, 5 tea sandwiches which were pretty tasty, fruit and then 2 desserts which in my opinion were dry and not very good. The service was excellent, we had Ivy and she gave us plenty of time and attention. It was a fun experience for me, my daughter and my 3 granddaughters. Beautiful atmosphere for pictures!!!

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  10. Carrie

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a wonderful setting, for a first date or a tea party with the girls. Great ambience. The food is pricey for what you get. The tea is excellent. They do have their own cocktails that are strictly on the menu and that's it so if you want something else they can't accommodate. Make sure you allow your party or yourselves 2 hours for a tea party. Because it takes a while. The service is excellent.

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The Tea House on Los Rios is rated 4.7 stars by 3053 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Orange County
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  5. San Juan Capistrano

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Google Map for The Tea House on Los Rios

31731 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-3113

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Del Obispo and Los Rios
  • Neighborhood
    San Juan Capistrano
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch and Lunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–4:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    While we do have a very small private lot, it is reserved for handicap and drop off/pick up spaces only. The best place to park is the San Juan Capistrano Train Depot and Parking Structure. This will also provide you an opportunity to view the grounds on your way to The Tea House!
  • Public transit
    Walking distance to the San Juan Capistrano Train Depot, serviced by both Amtrak and Metrolink
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    The Tea House on Los Rios, is proud to offer catering for celebrations of all sizes. Add a touch of elegance to your next corporate event, bridal shower, luncheon, birthday, baby shower, or holiday party! Contact: catering@theteahouseonlosrios.com
  • Private party facilities
    Specializing in birthday parties, baby and bridal showers, as well as wedding receptions, The Tea House on Los Rios is here to make your event a success. Please contact us to discuss details and specifics of your special day. Contact: events@theteahouseonlosrios.com
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