Tea Room Reviews:
Lovejoy's Tearoom/Antique Shop is a delightful
tearoom with a welcoming atmosphere, a pleasant staff and an extensive
menu.
Located on the corner of Church Street and Clipper Street in San Francisco
Lovejoy's is a British tearoom with a Victorian flair. Lace tablecloths
and antique furniture grace the cozy room, which seats about 40-50 people.
Velvet humpback couches seat giggling girls dressed in hats and jewels
for an afternoon of fun. Chocolate cakes dripping with icing and topped
with fresh raspberries pass by as customers eagerly anticipate their food
to arrive. The food arrives timely and beautifully with cucumber ribbons,
fresh herbs and colorful fruits. It's as tasty and fresh as it is beautiful.
The extensive menu which includes selections like hardy chicken curry
in pastry, tea sandwiches and even a "Wee Tea" for the children
guarantees a delightful experience for all. Proprietors: Muna Nash and
Gillian Briley. Reservations preferred on weekends and for special occasions.
Catering also available.
Lovejoy's 1351 Church Street San Francisco,
CA 415-648-5895
Ferns and Flowers Tea Room is a surprisingly peaceful retreat with Victorian charm and a lovely gift shop.
A special 70th Birthday Celebration for a dear aunt brought us to the
Fern's and Flowers Tea Room in Warwick, RI. The hustle and bustle of passer
by disappeared as soon as we stepped foot in the restored antique Cape.
We wandered through the beautifully decorated gift shop with unique and
tempting gifts ranging from home décor to women's clothing. My
particular favorite was a reversible chiffon skirt in lavender and green
with a coordinating cotton sweater and floppy hat. The high tea was a
delightful combination of sandwiches, filled mini cream puffs, mini quiches,
cookies and tarts. The atmosphere was inviting with lace curtains, bone
china and silver. The specially ordered birthday cake was particularly
delicious and beautiful covered with lemon icing and adorned with fresh
flowers. Reservations recommended.
Fern's and Flower's 1116 Centerville Road Warwick,
RI 02886 401-821-1105
Imperial Tea Court is a wonderful traditional Chinese Tea house with gracious hosts, a serene atmosphere and perfectly brewed tea.
A visit to the Imperial Tea Court proved to be an education in
tea and a memorable highlight during my recent visit to San Francisco.
After stepping through the doors of the Imperial Tea Court I was eager
to meet the respected author James Norwood Pratt for tea and to learn
about the Chinese tea tradition from two of his teachers Grace and Roy
Fong. I introduced myself, browsed around the shop seated myself at a
black lacquer table while waiting to taste tea. The atmosphere was warm
and comfortable and the hosts gracious. Once Mr. Pratt arrived I requested
to drink Dragon Well from a guywan cup. We munched on the dry leaf, watched
it swirl in the cup and savored the buttery taste before we went on to
try Oolong tea served gongfu style in a yixing pot. All I had read about
was now before me and provided a better understanding of the way. Two
hours passed quickly but before leaving I walked around the shop to discover
ceramic containers filled with tea, decorative yixing sets, teapots and
decorative bone china guywans which I had never seen before. The experience
was pleasurable, educational and one that shouldn't be missed if given
the opportunity. The menu includes Dragon Well, Tekuanyin, Junshan Yinzhen
and many other world-famous teas.
Imperial Tea Court 1411 Powell Street San Francisco,
CA 94133 415-788-6080
Four Seasons Hotel - Noted as "the Best Tearoom in England" by the British Tea Council in 1999 the Four Seasons Hotel offers ambiance, service, and variety. The elegant lobby with an extravagant display of flowers gracing its entrance and wood carved panels is a wonderful setting for tea. The offerings of 60 types of quality tea on the menu along with choice of "fat free" scones shows this Hotel aims to please. Additional accompaniments like exotic fruits and pear butter round out the offerings. If you 're dining alone you may even share the company of the public relations assistant who is there to make sure every patrons experience is a pleasant one. - Marie, Mesa - Arizona
Renaissance Chancery Court - Atmosphere alone is reason enough to stop for tea at the Renaissance "one of the most exciting new hotels" in London. Known for its rare marble staircase which reaches 7 stories the Renaissance offers a feast for the eyes. Tea at the Renaissance is served in the hotel lobby amidst mahogany and crystal. Tip: Non-smoking seating is situated just far enough from the piano to enjoy its soothing melodies. - Marie, Mesa - Arizona
Ciragan Palace Hotel Kempinski - Tea by the Bosphorus Sea is the place to be for those who like a room with a view. Expect to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea of sandwiches, scones, cream and sweets. The experience will make you feel like royalty.- Marie, Mesa - Arizona
Four Season Hotel - Superior service and fresh food are served daily at the Carigan Palace Hotel. Conveniently located near the Topkapi Palace and Aya Sofya; two popular tourist attractions in Istanbul.- Marie, Mesa - Arizona
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Taskila Caddesi - Located at the Hyatt
or "pink building" you can enjoy a relaxing tea with a view
of the Bosphorus Sea. The setting is special with plush carpeting and
the trickling sound of a waterfall nearby. Tea served every season but
summer.
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