Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden, Alameda, CA

Visited: January, 2005.  Reviewed: February, 2005.
Meal: No meal, just a cuppa. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Featuring ALL ORGANIC loose leaf teas and fresh espresso drinks in a calm & lovely room filled with fresh flowers, plants & hand made crafts, my time at Julie's couldn't have been more pleasant. The staff were friendly & answered my questions with ease. With a sweet Garden Patio to boot!
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Heidi Bennett Add your review   

Cobblestone Cottage, Alpine, CA

Visited: April, 2004.  Reviewed: April, 2004.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: What a delightful surprise. Fantastic service and very gracious. Food was excellent and well presented. A lot of care was put into the exceptional table settings. 
Reviewer: mumtang17 Add your review

Donna Maria's Tea Time, Alpine, CA

Visited: November, 2006.  Reviewed: November, 2006.
Meal: Theme tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: MY sister took me for the Queen's Tea @ Donna Maria's. We had the Italian Wedding soup which was homemade and to-die-for. Donna Maria was very charming and attentive and made my Birthday seem like I was Queen for the Day. I would highly reccommend driving the extra miles to this incredible establishment.
Reviewer: Me and my sister Add your review   

Something Cherished Victorian Tea Room, Antioch, CA

Visited: May, 2006.  Reviewed: May, 2006.
Meal: Theme tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: The atmosphere is quite and very peaceful, the food is plentyful and extreamly tasty, and the staff makes you feel like you are the only guest there.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Roxanne and Christine Add your review    

Visited: March, 2006.  Reviewed: March, 2006.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I had a great time here a friend and I went shortly after they opened. The food was excellent and the Tea Room is darling. 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Kristi Add your review    

Tea Trolley, Atascadero, CA

Visited: December, 2005.  Review submitted: December, 2005.
Meal: Cream tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My mother and I frequent this tea room when I am in town visiting. The owner, Wendy, is gracious and professional. Her tea and scones with devonshire cream are my favorite anywhere. This is an experience everyone should give to themselves.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Lidia Finocchiaro   Add your review  

Visited: October, 2005.  Review submitted: October, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I took my wife there for her birthday and she was thrilled. We had a great time and the owner was very gracious. The food was listed as the Queens' tea. We had sandwiches, scones, deserts and all the goodies. All of it was delicious. We will go back and take members of our family with us.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Maurice Elmore   Add your review 

Power's Mansion Inn, Auburn, CA

Visited: March, 2008.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Our Red Hat lunch was excellent, the food was great, a full 6 courses and the hosts were wonderful and helpful. We all are looking forward to another tea date there next year or sooner. After trying at least five tea rooms in the gold country, this was by far the best.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!  
Reviewer: A lady who enjoys good tea 4/08  Add your review  

Teddy Bears & Tea Cups, Balboa Island, CA

Visited: February, 2008.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I recently hosted a 90th birthday tea party for my mom and her best friends. This shop/tearoom was the perfect setting for this memorable occasion. Everything served in the 4 course tea was absolutely delicious, especially the delectable scones. The servers were very attentive and happy. This tea room is part of an adorable children's boutique and also houses a unique doll museum. Having visited tearooms around the country, I would definitely rate this as one of the best ever!
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!  
Reviewer: Mary Heiland 3/08  Add your review 

Visited: December, 2007.  Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I have visited this tea house on many occasions. I have taken my granddaughters and even with my red hat society group. The shop is just to die for. Everything a princess needs, young and old. The young ladies who work there were a delight and gave amazing service. The last outing we had at Teddy Bears and Tea Cups was for they're Christmas Tea. All  three courses was filled with holiday favorites. I plan to go to they're Valentine's Tea this month. This tea house is a must try whether you live close or if you come during one of your family vacations. Five star rating in my opinion.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!  
Reviewer: Margaret Spring  2/08  Add your review    

Camellia Tea Room, Benicia, CA

Visited: April, 2008. Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Average.  Service: Poor.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: The waitress didn't want to give us a menu. Just wanted us to order the "Traditional Tea". Twenty dollars a person and we had six in or party of Red Hatters. I had to ask her for a menu. I wanted to see what they offered. Everyone was unhappy with the waitress behavior.
Would you go back? Sorry, no.
Reviewer: QM Alicia 4/08   Add your review   

Visited: March, 2004.  Reviewed: April, 2004.
Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Once here you never want to leave. The staff treats you as if you were the only guest they have. The food and tea selections are excellent. I have never had a bad meal or tea. They also do to-go orders. Whether a traditional high [sic] tea or a cuppa tea and cuppa soup to go -- you are never disappointed. They do have seasonal teas and food specialties around the holidays and or seasons ... their wonderful cold strawberry soup (served in half a cantaloupe) can't be beat. I hold my breath waiting for the Christmas Holiday teas -- especially the Pear and Pomegranate. You can't go wrong here.
Reviewer: grammajan46   Add your review   

Visited: August, 2003
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Each time I visit the Camellia Tea Room I want to share it with more and more of my friends! My first visit was for Mother's Day with my daughter. Since then I have been with friends for a girlfriends' day, and recently fifteen of us gathered to celebrate the end of summer. We are celebrating the birthday of another friend shortly. Every visit has been wonderful; we are treated like we are royalty and the food is absolutely delicious. I can't say enough good about this tea room ... it is indeed a very special place.
Reviewer: Mona Back, Vacaville   Add your review   

Visited: June, 2002
Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I first visited this charming establishment five years ago, when the principal of the small school at which I work treated us teachers to a tea at the Camellia Tea Room. We were delighted and I have returned several times since. I especially appreciate the gracious, calm atmosphere so conducive to a relaxing chat with a close friend. Everything is excellent. Among the traditional elements of an English tea, they also offer their version of a child's tea at a modest price, which includes fancy peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and petit fours. My daughter chose to have her friends celebrate her birthday there and it was magnificent.
Reviewer: Sharon Perkins   Add your review   

Visited: July, 2001
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My spouse and I went in for lunch and it was exceptional! The food was delicious! The strawberry shortcake was the best we have tasted! Service was great and was very impressed! This is a keeper. Will recommend.
Reviewer: Mr. & Mrs. Guerra   Add your review   

Visited: February, 2001
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: It is a store front, not a house. But that does not take away from the old fashioned charm once you are inside. The Matte Latte (chocolate-y) and Russian Caravan teas are very good. The menu is large; you may order sweet tea, savory tea, a big tea with everything or individual sandwiches, salads and soups. The full tea is about $14.00. The soups are meat-based. The spinach salad with balsamic vinegar is superb. Also a nice dessert list is available. There are tea accessories for sale, along with Tea magazine. It's usually busy, so it's best to reserve. Street parking is pretty good. There are many antique shops close by. 
Reviewer: gprice@cooley.com   Add your review 

Teance Fine Teas, Berkeley, CA

Visited: March, 2007.  Reviewed: March, 2007.
Meal: Tea tasting. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: Gong-fu style.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My friend and I enjoyed the tea tasting and was very infomative. We learn a lot about infusion of different tea. We are coming back to take tea classes.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Lety & Arnis   Add your review 

The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA

Visited: July, 2000
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: In July, 2000 I met a friend of mine at The Beverly Hills Hotel for afternoon tea. This was our first experience at this hotel. The tea was served in the Sunset Lounge which is right off the lobby entrance. The seats were almost too comfortable so be prepared to stay a while ... you won't want to get up! The tea itself was quite delicious and was presented beautifully. Take a walk through the hotel and enjoy the scenery afterwards.
Reviewer: Nancy Speciale   Add your review  

Paddington's Tea Room, Beverly Hills, CA

Visited: January, 2003
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: The chocolate cake was toothsomely moist, the waiter polite. The room may be cramped or cozy, depending on the size of the customers. I also purchased a lovely tea cozy with a print of the blue sky with clouds.
Reviewer: Selkie  Add your review    

Visited: December, 2002
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: The tea room is cozy and offers some sidewalk dining as well. I really enjoyed the high [sic] tea which is a five-course presentation including two types of paté with crackers, spinach and water chestnut dip with crudité, a variety of finger sandwiches (smoked salmon, tuna, vegetable), scone, and petit four. The service is consistently professional yet friendly. The atmosphere is British, including retail items and UK newspapers.
Reviewer: Don from Chicago  Add your review  

Le Palais des Thés, Beverly Hills, CA

Visited: November, 2005.  Reviewed: November, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I can understand why Los Angeles Magazine honored this shop as the best in LA ..... the most beautiful ambience, great teas .... incredible smells .... exquisite teapots and gifts....
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: bevhillspatron  Add your review    

The Peninsula Beverly Hills -- The Living Room, Beverly Hills, CA

Visited: February, 2005.  Reviewed: February, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good.  Service: Fair.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: Made a Valentine's Day visit to this tea room. Was surprised that the tea room (aka The Living Room) is adjacent to the hotel lobby. This makes for some
extra noise and distraction. It took a long time for the server to take our order and then the food also took a while to arrive. We poured our own tea twice and had to ask twice for more sweetner. Food was good and the price was reasonable for high [sic] tea. 
Would you go back? Maybe.
Reviewer: rosetreelover  Add your review    

Visited: June, 2001
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good.  Service: Good.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I have had many a birthday tea at the Peninsula. The best aspect of this tea experience is the ambiance. The tea room is in a small lounge with settees and chairs clustered around low tables. There is a fireplace. It is like taking tea in a drawing room. The food and tea are fine, but the Four Seasons has better food. Thus the debate among my friends: atmosphere of the Peninsula or better food/service of the Four Seasons? Either way you won't be disappointed!
Reviewer: femprof  Add your review    

Visited: January, 2002
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: When you enter this cozy elegant tea room which is located just off the lobby of the hotel you hear the soothing and beautiful music of a live harpist which creates a somewhat magical ambiance. The presentation is exquisite. I'm proud to say that my wife, a renowned porcelain artist and author of the forthcoming HarperCollins book The Power of a Teacup designed and hand painted all of the teacups, saucers, creamers and sugars for the tea room experience. All of the staff have a very comprehensive knowledge of the various teas of which they offer a broad and exotic selection. The food is meticulously prepared to delight the eye as well as the palate. The soft and fluffy sofas and comfortable yet elegant chairs along with the the tasteful accessories all come together for simply a memorable tea affair. You will never want to leave. It's truly worth the effort to get there! For more information on Lissi's porcelain tea collections you can visit her site. 
p.s. Keep up the great work on your site. I happen to be a vegetarian and enjoy your recipe concepts. It's my first visit to your site, it's fantastico!
Reviewer: Richard Kaplan  Add your review   

Visited: February, 2001
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: When people ask me where is the best place in southern California to have tea, this is the place I refer them! The food is not only delicious but elegantly presented. Some of the desserts were even decorated with edible gold leaf. The service is remarkably attentive yet sensitive enough not to be intrusive or hovering. One member of the staff (not even our server) overheard us saying we needed to go feed our parking meters but we hated to get up from our tea table! He offered to feed them for us if we would just tell us where they were parked, described the vehicles and supply the quarters! We took him up on the offer and he carried out the task so cheerfully and graciously, he made us feel it was his privilege to serve us! We felt wonderfully spoiled and pampered. The tea was delicious and always kept replenished. Highly recommended.
Reviewer: Lauren  Add your review   

Visited: February, 2001
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I have been enjoying afternoon tea at various spots for many years and I must say that The Peninsula Beverly Hills gets my vote for the most elegant, comfortable, delicious, relaxing afternoon tea ever. The tea is served in "The Living Room" and it is exactly how one would picture a very charming and cozy living room complete with fireplace! I sat at the back of the room and had the most incredible view of the sculpture called "Flight to Infinity." As you walk into the living room look to the back and you'll see this incredible piece of work just outside. The service AND servers are wonderful and give you the exact amount of attention necessary. This is a very well run hotel in every way. Thank you for such a lovely experience!
Reviewer: Nancy Speciale  Add your review  

The Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA

Visited: April, 2001
Tea: Good.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Can you picture yourself sitting in the large windows of this famous hotel gazing out toward Rodeo Drive? This elegant yet comfortable afternoon tea location welcomes visitors of all ages. The tableware is cheerfully elegant, the tea is served in silverplate individual teapots, poured through silverplate strainers resting atop your cup. Fully half of the tables included children (including a schoolboy seated alone doing his homework!) The Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel (NYC) is more formal, and the tea is more carefully prepared. The Ritz-Carleton San Francisco offers tea in a more elegant space, and the tea is uniformly excellent. In comparison, the Beverly Wilshire Hotel offers a comfortable yet elegant tea that is more notable for where one sits than what one drinks. Food was served on a three-tiered stand, using the same pattern as the place settings. The food included small sandwiches (two of three were vegetarian) of the highest quality and appearance. The scones were accompanied by clotted cream, strawberry preserves and lemon curd. The deserts were rich, tasteful, and beautifully presented. The Beverly Wilshire serves Taylor's of Harrogate in a range of black and green blends. This is a lovely and memorable place to pass several hours. Just do not expect excellent tea, and you will emerge happy, full and perhaps even star-struck.
Reviewer: karuna2@mindspring.com  Add your review 

Mill Creek Manor Tea Room, Big Bear Lake, CA

Visited: November, 2007. Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: SOOOOO down to earth and accomodating! We were really wanting to check out this tea room on our way out of town. Without reservations they took us in and treated us so well. Truly gems.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Candice of Chatsworth  3/08  Add your review .

Visited: Before 2006.  Reviewed: June, 2007.
Meal: Dessert tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: This tea room was an unplanned surprise. I stopped here with my girlfriends on a 50th birthday weekend we were celebrating in Big Bear. The atmosphere was delightfully eccentric and the people  serving us were personable and helpful. We had a relaxing time that we all enjoyed. I happily remember  and recommend this tea room.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Rhonda from Maryland  Add your review .  

Sweet Divas, Brea, CA

Visited: August, 2007.  Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Good.  Service: Average.  Appearance: Average.
Comments: My three sisters and I often visit tea rooms and were feeling OK when we left - nothing to brag about. Very average. Many chipped pieces of china so many that we had to search several tables for all four of us to have nice cups. Some of the tea cups were mugs and very plain.
Would you go back? Maybe.
Reviewer: Coco in Huntington Beach 4/08  Add your review. 

Visited: September, 2005.  Review submitted: November, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Poor.  Service: Poor.  Appearance: Fair.
Comments: Quite cozy place but lack of air-circulation. Very warm inside, especially when it gets crowded. For this kind of price, i will rather go to Costco for the pastries. Very unfriendly service for a tea room environment. Poor utensil, it's all mix and matched instead of coming in a set. Cheap tea set! Not recommend for a relaxing tea time.
Would you go back? Sorry, no.
Reviewer: sneoh2001  Add your review. 

Visited: September, 2005.  Review submitted: September, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: This tea house was so impressive. I have attended a couple in Orange County and have never been treated so well. As a new ladies tea group, our attendence size changed even up to the day of reservations. Sweet Divas graciously accomadated us with no reprocussion. They were flexible with our menu even though preset. Both hostess and server were very personable to the point of family like. The ambience was european lady and very comfortable. I have never been so filled by an afternoon tea! I can't wait to go again this week! The food was definitely 4 star! I hope they never close! Ladies of Tea
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Lyanne Abel-events planner for Ladies of Tea  Add your review  . 

Visited: July, 2005.  Review submitted: July, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Fair.  Food: Fair.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: The service was very slow and the food and iced tea was mediocre.
Would you go back? Sorry, no.
Reviewer: Nancy  Add your review  . 

Visited: February, 2005.  Review submitted: May, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: My friends and I recently went there for the first time. I thought it was a quaint, charming place. The food was great. The tea could have been better. It stands out to me because the owner wasn't snooty as is the custom with ohter tea places. It's a place you can relax at and enjoy the experience of being with your friends. 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: A.K.  Add your review  . 

Visited: February, 2005.  Review submitted: February, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My friend and I just visited this tea room for our biannual birthday tea -- this was our first time visiting since the new ownership and we had an excellent experience. The service was terrific, our waiter offered twice to warm up our tea if needed, and all our food was brought promptly. We have been to tea at MANY locations in Southern California, but the food here was some of the best we've ever had. The tea sandwiches were delicious- traditional fillings (egg salad, cucumber) but with a unique taste. The scones were delicious and we always appreciate a tea room that includes a chocolate dessert! We will definitely be back and I have already recommended Sweet Divas to several other friends. 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Christina  Add your review  . 

Visited: February, 2004.  Review submitted: February, 2004.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I just read the previous review by Laura W. and I have to say I completely disagree with her complaints. I visit this tea room at least twice a month and I love everything about it. The service is superb! The owners are a wonderful couple who work their hearts out to make everything as wonderful as it is. The scones are to die for!!! I have even bought them by the dozens they are so good. The place is impeccably clean and decorated beautifully. All of the attention to detail is perfection. The food is the best I have ever had at a tea room and I have been to many. The chef/owner obviously loves what she does everyday. I have only been to brunch once but can't wait to go back. Oh, and they do offer other beverages -- they even brewed coffee just for me once and the last time I was in my girlfriend had raspberry lemonade. I hope that you will all try this little place. I know you will love everything!
Reviewer: Danielle  Add your review  . 

Visited: February, 2004.  Review submitted: February, 2004.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Poor.  Appearance: Fair.
Comments: I visited this tearoom for the first time about a month after the ownership had changed hands. It is located in a very cute "cottage" and has the feel of being in someone's living room. While it is decorated very cheerfully, the place is quite dirty and dusty. Our party was seated in the back, and they had a nice selection of teas made from loose leaf. Each person could choose their own pot of tea. Tea is served in pretty teapots and teacups. Unfortunately, they have nothing to offer non-tea drinkers: no soft drinks, hot chocolate, just tea. After a time a basket of fresh baked mini scones was brought to our table, along with a teaspoon of homemade marionberry jam and some type of cream that tasted like cream cheese frosting. Unfortunately, one tablespoon was not enough for four people and a basket of scones, and it took them over ten minutes to bring out any more, despite repeated requests. When the food was served, it was delicious. They served a slice of quiche along with some tea sandwiches, some mini pastries, and then chocolate dipped strawberries. The food was quite delicious. The service, however, was terrible. Not once in the two hours we were there did they ever try to clear the table, despite the fact that they had seated us at a table much too small for all the plates etc. that they bring. Even after we bussed the table ourselves, they still didn't take notice. Hopefully these flaws have to do with the fact that the store is under new ownership, because the food was exceptional.
Reviewer: Lara W.  Add your review  

A Fine Time For Tea, Brentwood, CA

Visited: March, 2008.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: We had cranberry-cherry-hibiscus tea. It was light and refreshing even though hot. Delicious, a nice change. I recommend the quiche, garlic-chive scones and the delicate buttercream pansy-topped miniature cupcakes. It was nice to have a bell to summon the server if we needed anything. They were very attentive to our needs and it was nice to slow down and enjoy the pace of an afternoon 'tea'.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Patricia 3/08   Add your review  

Visited: February, 2008.  Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: This is the 6th time I've been here in the past 3 months. I can't get enough of it!!! When I walk through the doors I leave all of my worldly cares outside and enter a realm where I feel pampered and treated like royalty. The food is always excellent and the house tea is so good I have a very difficult time switching to one of the other delicious teas. I have taken several girlfriends here and they were all very impressed. I highly recommend giving it a try. The owners and staff make you feel like part of the family.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Frances W. from Brentwood 2/08   Add your review  

Visited: November, 2007.  Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Cozy, cheerful and fun, this tearoom is a great asset to our downtown area. The food and tea were delicious, and the gift shop has so many cute things- loved it.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Gail L.  11/7   Add your review   

English Garden Tea Rooms, Calistoga, CA

Visited: December, 2007.  Meal: Theme tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My daughter, grand-daughter and I had the Christmas tea. All of the food was freshly made and delicious. The owners were charming and we were tempted by the shopping area. I've already made reservations to return.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Nanners 1/08  Add your review   

The Tea Cozy, Cambria, CA

Visited: June, 2007.  Reviewed: July, 2007.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good.  Service: Fair.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: We had afternoon tea in this charming cottage tea parlour. It was not crowded at all being a summer afternoon. No reservations were made and we were promply seated. This is probably the only tea parlour in town and worth the visit in this quaint little seaside town. The scones were warm and good as were the tea sandwiches. Tea was very good and they have a large selection. The service was o.k. We were left alone for the most part. What a difference it would have made if the server would have made us feel a little more welcome but I think tea is a girl thing. Nonetheless, I will visit again next time I am in Cambria.
Would you go back? Hope so, but we don't live nearby.
Reviewer: Eve  Add your review   

Visited: March, 2006.  Reviewed: February, 2007.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Good.  Service: Fair.  Appearance: Good.
Comments: The food was okay. We decided to walk there (probably a bad idea) and got there a bit late for our reservation. It didn't seem crowded, but the owner made a comment about us being late. We did get seated and the food was fine, but that was the major memory I have about going. I may go back as it is the only real tea room in Cambria, but it wasn't that memorable otherwise.
Would you go back? Maybe
Reviewer: Beth  Add your review   

Visited: May, 2006.  Reviewed: May, 2006.
Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: While visiting Cambria I found a delightful tea cottage. I went in and was warmly greeted. the cottage was very charming and soft music played in the back ground. I was taken to a charming parlor and seated by a window. the menu had lots of wonderful tea and food. I had a delightful loose tea that was wonderful peach green tea. everything was wonderful. I also visited the charming gift shop and found lots of lovely things to add to my colletion. the owners and staff of the Tea Cozy was wonderful I look forward to another visit soon .... highly recommend .......
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: LOUISE New York  Add your review   

Visited: March, 2003.  Reviewed: May, 2004.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent  Food: Excellent.  Service: Good.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: We had a Bridal Party at the Tea Cozy and everyone was impressed. The Royal Tea is a wonderful option! 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Ms. Stephenson  Add your review   

Visited: July, 2002
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: I was vacationing in Cambria and decided to treat myself, my mom, and my young son to tea. I found The Tea Cozy in the local flyer and thought I would give it a try and am very glad I did. They have a lovely garden in the back were we leisurely had tea, sandwiches, and pastries. They even had a child's tea for my son. The food and tea were excellent, with lots of choices, and the service was the best. Of all the wonderful things to do in Cambria, going out lunch at the Tea Cozy still stands out as the best.
Reviewer: Patricia B - Walnut Creek, CA  Add your review   

Visited: January, 2001
Tea: Excellent  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: We discovered this tea shop on a recent trip to Cambria, a quaint town on California's central coast. The Tea Cozy is located in a darling old rustic house surrounded by cottage-type flower beds spilling over with roses and greenery. If you can tear yourself away from the enchanting outside, you will find even greater delights within. Stepping inside, you're greeted by wonderful aromas for your nose and a charming interior for your eyes ... cozy wood paneling on the walls and lace curtains at the windows. The rooms are set up with antique tables and chairs. While you're waiting for your food you can look around and admire the selection of tea pots and cups and other tea accessories on display. The menu includes a large selection of teas to choose from, all served in home-made tea cozies to keep them hot. I enjoyed their afternoon tea sandwiches and a scone while Hubby devoured a delicious serving of their hearty Shepard's Pie, which he washed down with a steaming pot of ginger tea. The service was delightful and quick and the time we spent there was extremely enjoyable. Many English grocery items for sale as well as the beautiful china and tea items. We're going back next trip to Cambria for sure.
Reviewer: cwhit98@aol.com  Add your review  

Lisa's Tea Treasures, Campbell, CA

Visited: March, 2001
Meal: Afternoon tea.  Type of tea served: Loose leaf.  Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: To begin, I must tell you that the reason that i visited the tea room was to celebrate my mother's 46th surprise birthday tea party! Which was all arranged over the phone and via mail. The party consisted of 23 or so women. Dale Ann, the proprietress, held my planning hand the entire way. She helped me with menu and arrangements. I must say that the tea room had a warm and cozy feel to it. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. Our party alone took an entire room, which contained 5 tables. Each guest was mailed a menu to choose from. The strawberry and champagne tea was wonderful. The food was good. The shop had many great tea themed items as well.
Reviewer: Mrs. Telfer Add your review    

Visited: July, 2001
Meal: Afternoon tea.  Type of tea served: Loose leaf.  Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: This is one of my favorite tea parlors. It's decorated darling. Everyone is so nice and the food is delicious! On each table are the best cookies, burnt sugar which they serve with lemon curd. It's worth going there just to try that. They have wonderful gifts in the shop and they sell the burnt sugar cookies there too! When ever I go to the Bay area I make sure I stop and have tea there with my best friend.
Reviewer: Patsy Konrad Add your review   

Four Seasons Aviara, Carlsbad, CA

Visited: May, 2005.  Reviewed: June, 2005.
Meal: Lunch.  Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Excellent tea and food, althought the cream was not devonshire cream, service is outstanding.
Would you go back? Hope so, but we don't live nearby.
Reviewer: aeames  Add your review  . 

Visited: June, 1999
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent.  Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: Tea served in a bright, beautiful lobby lounge overlooking the ocean in the distance. Excellent scones, and the Aviara's becoming known for their delicious rose petal jam, available for sale at the hotel.
Reviewer: Jen Patrick  Add your review  .

Cypress Inn, Carmel, CA

Visited: November, 2007.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments: My husband took me to Carmel for a romantic weekend and made reservations for high [sic] tea at the Cypress Inn. What a wonderful treat. The tea (not loose but) tasted great, as well as the food. We sat on the patio near the fireplace and enjoyed the company of a swe