Tea Reviews: Delaware

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The Victorian Lady, Milford, DE

Visited: November, 2007.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
I have visited Victorian Lady many times and always had a wonderful time with the persons I went with. We always try to take people that have never been so as to see their expression. What fun. we live about an hour away but well worth the travel time.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: mrsmartha118 12/7  Add your review  

Visited: November, 2007.  Meal: Private adults' party. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Poor. Service: Good.  Appearance: Good.
Comments:
I had an unfortunate experience with my "Red Hat" group. The price was way overe priced for the food provided; if you want to call it food. The pumpkin soup was depressing and the sandwiches left much to be desired. The pastries were soggy and the only redeeming quality was the tea. A manditory tip of 18% left a very bad taste in my mounth and I would never recommend this establishment to anyone.
Would you go back? Sorry, no.
Reviewer: Shaniditi 11/7  Add your review  

Visited: October, 2005.  Reviewed: December, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
What a wonderful experience. Kay and her husband (owners) go above and beyond to make tea a most enjoyable experience. The food and tea were wonderful and the ambiance is magical. 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait! 
Reviewer: aimeestring  Add your review  

Visited: October, 2005.  Reviewed: December, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
I've visited this establishment twice and have found both visits exceptional. The Afternoon Tea is very good and the menu varies based on season. There is an extensive tea list and the staff is knowledgeable and helpful. The Tea Room sports a fine array of hats and boas for patrons to try on and wear during their visit. The setting is a pleasant victorian house that has been well maintained and provides a pleasant setting for afternoon tea. Afternoon Tea requires advance reservations and if you call after hours and leave a message they will promptly return your call. A most pleasant tea room experience!
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait! 
Reviewer: Veronica  Add your review

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Boardwalk Plaza Hotel, Rehoboth, DE

Visited: June, 2007.  Reviewed: July, 2007.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Fair. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
I have enjoyed high [sic] tea at The Boardwalk Plaza hotel several times each year for the past 4 years and I am sad to say that the quality and appearance of their tea sandwiches has diminished  significantly in 2007. My visits this year have been in Jan. and March with most recent visit in June and all 3 times the bread was stale and the crusts not entirely trimmed ... even the sweets were not up to the standard they set when they started their tea service. I have shared this feedback with their restaurant manager but with no noted change (so far). I am going back next week and hope for some improvements because the setting is serene!
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Shawn  Add your review  

Visited: October, 2005.  Reviewed: August, 2006.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf and teabags. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
As we sat in a Victorian setting on the boardwalk and facing the ocean while wearing our red hats and accessories we dined on lovely tea sandwiches, a variety of teas and mini pastries for dessert.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: NJ Red Hatter Chapter Fabulous Fifties  Add your review

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The Flavour of Britain, Wilmington, DE

Visited: January, 2008.  Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Average. Service: Fair.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
The welcome here was cool and the staff seemed to not know what to do with us when we arrived desipte our having a reservation. The service was very slow and our server inattentive. The food while plentiful was average; just quartered, crustless sanwiches of egg and tuna salads, beef, and a cheese and carrot-tasting creation. The pastries were tasty and attractive. This is the first tea shop I've been to that served the scone last. The warm scone was fresh and light. Our leftovers were nicely packaged to go and a nice touch was the clotted cream. lemon curd and jam packaged in tiny containers along with the scone. The apricot tea was very good and nicely presented with tea strainers in pretty china pots but the stoneware cups were tacky and unattractive. The decor is pretty and inviting and the shop has some nice things. Overall it was an average experince.
Would you go back? Sorry, no.
Reviewer: Rosemary 1/08  Add your review  

Visited: June, 2007.  Reviewed: June, 2007.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Good.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
Our group of friends visits regularly since we work near-by. It couldn't be nicer. They have recently spiffed up the decor a bit but it has always been nice. Be sure to call ahead and reserve a spot.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Inflytur  Add your review  

Visited: September, 2005.  Reviewed: December, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
Being from england this is deffinately close to home, i have tasted since living in america
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: excellent  Add your review  

Visited: September, 2005.  Reviewed: September, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Good.  Food: Good. Service: Good.  Appearance: Good.
Comments:
I took my Mom for her birthday. We had an enjoyable and relaxing experience. We tried the Raspberry and Apricot teas. The Raspberry was good and the Apricot tea was excellent! The amount of food for the price was fair. I was a little disappointed in the store & selection of items. They were out of just about all of their loose teas. I really wanted to take home some of the Apricot tea. Despite this, I would recommend this place to others and plan to return. 
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Tonya Obierek  Add your review  

Visited: August, 2005.  Reviewed: August, 2005.
Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Fair.  Appearance: Good.
Comments:
I happened into the store to make a purchase, and having just days earlier returned from the UK, the thought of afternoon tea seemed appealing. The waitress was taken aback that I had no reservation, but after much ado I was seated. Only one other table was in use and two others were put into use while I was there. The tea was good, as were the tea sandwiches and the scone was delicious. However, service is not great, and they are not very welcoming. In addition, another patron (also a wal-in) received a ceramic teapot and mug - a definite no-no for English style tea. 
Would you go back? Maybe.
Reviewer: Tartan Scholar  Add your review  

Visited: April, 2005.  Reviewed: May, 2005.
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good. Service: Good.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
My friends and family all frequent this tea room and find the food to be very good, the tea is wonderful and the service delightful, if sometimes slow due to volume. Reservations are necessary because it is so popular and if you arrive without reservations, while the hostess may be perplexed, they do all they can to accomodate you when possible. Anyone I have introduced to The Flavor of Britain loves it and returns frequently. In a short phrase, the whole experience is delightful. Special Teas, up the road, as mentioned by another reviewer offers different types of teas and the food is not as good.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Judi Krause  Add your review  

Visited: July, 2003
Meal: Lunch. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Good. Service: Good.  Appearance: Good.
Comments:
I stopped in at exactly noon on a Saturday. I was solo, but the hostess seemed perplexed and down right put-off that I hadn't made a reservation. I couldn't help but notice that ten out of the twelve small tables were empty (and unfortunately remained so during my visit). In spite of the hostess' "attitude," I was seated and waited on promptly. Overall service was efficient and cordial. I had the full tea for $12.95, which included a three-cup pot of tea, a two-tiered tray of finger sandwiches and sweets, and a choice of one of three flavors of scone served with jam and lemon curd. The room was small, clean, neat, and otherwise unremarkably appointed. The hostess (whom I believe was also the owner) was unsmiling, unwelcoming, and barely uttered a "thank you" as I paid my check. Compared to Special Teas Tea Room (which is eight miles north on the same road), Taste of Britain got a "B" for food, service, and cleanliness, but a C- for hospitality. Based on the lack of patrons during what should have been a busy hour on the busiest day, I'm inclined to believe that I'm not the only one who has experienced negative vibes here. Knowing that I can receive exemplary service, hospitality, and food/tea at Special Teas Tea Room, I can honestly say I will not return to or recommend Taste of Britain. 
Reviewer: Judi B.  Add your review  

Visited: May, 2001
Meal: Afternoon tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
My sister and I took our parents to this tea room on Mother's Day and we all had a wonderful time. The tea room had a lovely Victorian air with tiny floral wallpaper and decorative teapots on the fireplace mantel. All the tables were set with crisp white tablecloths and sparkling place settings. We ordered "tea for four" which was surprisingly filling. We received our own teapot, and each teapot was beautiful and unique. We had fun just comparing our pots! The teapots arrived with a silver tea strainer for each of us, which provided ample evidence that the tea was made with loose tea leaves. We really enjoyed the flavor of our different tea selections. The food was also fresh and showed attention to detail. Instead of the typical cucumber tea sandwiches, the first tier held small roast beef, tuna salad, egg salad, and cheese sandwiches. The second tier offered a wonderful selection of small cakes and cookies. At that point, we were completely full, but I couldn't resist trying out the next course of piping hot scones, both plain and lemon. Accompanied by strawberry jam, lemon curd, and clotted cream, the fresh scones were the high point of an already memorable experience. After the tea, we enjoyed browsing the store which, like their menu, offered an interesting and unique variety of British imports, including teapots, bath and showers goods, foodstuffs, and gift ideas. The owners of this establishment are actually British which naturally adds to the authenticity of the ambiance. I appreciated the fact that this tea room not only offered fresh and delicious menu items, but also cared enough to pay attention to the little details such as the unique individual teapots.
Reviewer: Dee  Add your review 

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Hotel du Pont, Wilmington, DE

Visited: October, 2007. Meal: Cream tea. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teapot.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
I always my stay at the Hotel DuPont and so did my quests. Tea was excellent as usual.
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: MarkG 10/7  Add your review

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Magpie Tea Garden, Wilmington, DE

Visited: January, 2008. Meal: Just a cuppa. Type of tea: Loose leaf. Served: In a teacup.
Tea: Excellent.  Food: Excellent. Service: Excellent.  Appearance: Excellent.
Comments:
We Went in there the other day and It was great! It under new Management and Everything has changed for the better! When I walked in we were greeted by the Employees! I must of talked to them for a hour! I had a great Time! We are so happy that there is a Place like this is Wilmington! We cant wait for dog days at Magpie
Would you go back? Yes, can't wait!
Reviewer: Jason 1/08  Add your review  

 

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