Why You Should Enjoy Afternoon Tea at One of These Iconic New York City Hotels at Least Once
WRITTEN BY 5 REASONS TO VISIT® EDITORIAL STAFF
PUBLISHED APRIL 2023 • 4 min read
Few things make us feel fancier than afternoon tea—from those quintessential scones with cream and jam to gorgeous teapots and, of course, an excuse to get dressed up. Join us as we sip on teas from around the world at these top 5 spots in New York City.
Source: The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel
The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel
768 5th Avenue, NY, NY USA
Considered one of the most iconic restaurants and bars in New York City, The Palm Court’s afternoon tea has been a long-celebrated tradition at The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel.
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From the room’s signature stained-glass dome, ceiling high palms and lush greenery to the elegant afternoon tea service paired with caviar service and champagne, this afternoon tea is sure to be an experience.
The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel
35 East 76th Street, NY, NY USA
Inspired by the Sultan’s dining room at the Topkapi Palace in Turkey, The Gallery at The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is an exquisite retreat for fine dining and afternoon tea.
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From fruit-infused to herbal-infused teas, paired with fresh pastries, English scones filled with Devonshire cream and tea sandwiches, this afternoon experience will be sure to delight.
Baccarat Hotel New York
28 West 53rd Street, NY, NY USA
Treat your taste buds to his one-of-a-kind “Prince of Wales” afternoon tea experience in The Grand Salon at the Baccarat Hotel New York while you immerse you in a unique experience through the art of tea, with a celebration of the historical personalities that have associations with Baccarat’s time-honored brand.
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All while enjoying luxurious ingredients from caviar, lobster and truffles to decadent desserts, such as the spiced cake accompanied by wine-soaked fruit—yum!
The Whitby Hotel
18 West 56th Street, NY, NY USA
The Whitby Hotel chefs are continually producing new ideas for extraordinary cakes, macarons, desserts, scones, and homemade jams served on Kit Kemp's beautiful Sailor's Farewell and Mythical Creatures Wedgwood bone china.
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Afternoon Tea at The Whitby Hotel provides guests with impeccable service, a laid back vibe and a decadent selection of bite-sized deliciousness from Smoked Salmon and Lemon Crème Fraîche to Wild Berry Opera Cake. Specialty teas include English breakfast blend, jade spring, white peony bai mudan, wood dragon, classic chai, lemon verbena, rooibos, chamomile, and peppermint.
Crosby Street Hotel
79 Crosby Street, NY, NY USA
Served on Kit Kemp’s beautiful Sailor’s Farewell and Mythical Creatures Edgewood Bone China, let your imagination wander.
Source: Crosby Street Hotel
