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Best Restaurants for Afternoon Tea in South Street Seaport

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A photo of The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel restaurant
1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel
4.4
Awesome(6866)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Midtown East
The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel offers a luxurious afternoon tea experience. Guests rave about the delicious food, including finger sandwiches, scones, and desserts, as well as the extensive tea list. The service is consistently praised as friendly, efficient, and professional. The ambiance is noted as being charming, historic, and perfect for special occasions. Reviewers often call it a 'once in a lifetime experience' and a 'bucket list experience.'
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2. Lady Mendls
4.9
Exceptional(1141)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Union Square
Booked 14 times today
Lady Mendls is a chic tea salon in Manhattan offering an unconventionally high tea service. The restaurant boasts a $78 prix fixe tea service served Wednesday through Sunday. As per the reviews, it provides an opulent five-course tea in a charming setting reminiscent of a bygone era. The patrons enjoy finger sandwiches, scones, and desserts served in hand-culled vintage Wedgwood teacups. The service is often highlighted as friendly and attentive, contributing to a delightful afternoon tea experience.
A photo of Cacao Bar & Tea Salon by Mariebelle restaurant
3. Cacao Bar & Tea Salon by Mariebelle
4.8
Exceptional(173)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • SoHo
Booked 18 times today
Cacao Bar & Tea Salon by Mariebelle is a cozy spot in SoHo offering a unique afternoon tea experience. As the name suggests, it's not just about tea, but also about chocolate. Guests can enjoy a variety of teas, scones, sandwiches, and pastries while being enveloped in the aroma of cocoa and espresso. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the delicious food, excellent service, and charming atmosphere. It's a popular spot for special occasions, with many patrons celebrating spring break with an afternoon tea there.
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4. Warren Street Bar and Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(76)
Price: Expensive
• American • TriBeCa
Booked 21 times today
The Warren Street Bar & Restaurant is a modern, neighbourhood brasserie offering an all-day menu of much-loved classics and fresh, seasonal dishes filled with flavours and ingredients from around the world. The space itself is a celebration of colour and creativity, with an eclectic art collection and characterful interiors.
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5. Oscar Wilde
4.1
Excellent(138)
Price: Moderate
• American • Chelsea
Booked 14 times today
Driven by the spirit of the Irish Playwright, our bar pays homage to his genuinely prolific story. Oscar Wilde turns the Victorian Era on its head. Without relinquishing any of its glamour. Just like Wilde himself, we believe life should be lived to its fullest, with a touch of sophisticated debauchery. Why miss out on the fun?
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6. The Crosby Bar
4.5
Awesome(938)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 74 times today
The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.
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7. Russian Tea Room - NYC
4.3
Awesome(5637)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Midtown West
Booked 39 times today
Russian Tea Room in NYC is a popular spot for afternoon tea, as highlighted by multiple reviews. Customers rave about the delicious tea, sandwiches, scones, and desserts, with some even mentioning the 'high tea service'. It's described as an 'iconic place to have afternoon tea', with 'good food and good portion sizes'. It's not just about the food, the ambiance and service are also highly praised.
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8. Empire Steak House - Times Square
4.8
Exceptional(732)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West New York
Booked 35 times today
Empire Steak House opens a brand-new location in the heart of Broadway at 49th Street.Expanding its commitment to delicious food, excellent service, and elegance, this location opens its doors to theatergoers searching for an authentic fine dining experience.Adjacent to the Pearl Hotel, the atmosphere of the venue enchants with classic fixtures and modern decor. These features and their delicious cuisine make up the perfect space for any events and social gatherings.
A photo of The Whitby Bar and Restaurant restaurant
9. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1432)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 102 times today
Thank you for choosing The Whitby Bar & Restaurant, We look forward to welcoming you.Live Jazz at the Whitby Bar is returning every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy classic Negroni cocktails as you listen to live jazz music from The Sam Taylor Trio.For our Afternoon Tea service, please book via Open Table through the EXPERIENCE option. To confirm your afternoon tea reservation, we require a credit card for our cancellation policy. Should you cancel within 24 hours of the booking, a $50/pp cancellation fee will incur. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, inside The Whitby Hotel located in the heart of upper Midtown, offers modern American food in a uniquely eclectic setting. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
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10. Brooklyn High Low
4.5
Awesome(347)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Prospect Heights
Booked 6 times today
Brooklyn High Low is a renowned afternoon tea restaurant. The restaurant serves a variety of teas, along with a delightful three-tiered food menu of scones, sandwiches, and sweets. Reviewers frequently highlight the 'relaxing and comfortable setting', 'delicious tea', 'wonderful service' and 'delicious food'. They offer three different tea experiences, each with a variety of teas and tasty treats. The ambiance is cozy, with a vintage vibe and comfortable seating, making it a favorite among customers.
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  • Mary
    Washington, D.C. Area •55 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My sister Debra & I were happy to visit Palm Court though I miss the lovely ambiance when there was no bar, only little tables scattered around the room. (Bar added 18 years earlier than now, 2025.) Kabir was so attentive and we enjoyed talking with him, a man with 34 years of memories of Palm Court!
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    The Palm Court at The Plaza HotelPrice: Very Expensive• American• Midtown East
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    4.4
  • JASMINE
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The venue is quaint and feels like you are visiting a friend's home who has exquisite chinaware! If you are legit tea lover, the experience is amazing as you get to experience the various aromatic flavors. Really an oasis in the midst of a busy Manhattan vibe. Perfect place of conversation!
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    Lady MendlsPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Union Square
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    4.9
  • GwennVIP
    New York City •46 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Tasty sandwiches arranged in an artisan display. Now a large selection of tea but it was hot and properly brewed. The service was outstanding. Cute cafe. A little pricey at $70 per person. Recommend the hot chocolate too!
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    Cacao Bar & Tea Salon by MariebellePrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• SoHo
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    4.8
  • Dr. AlbertVIP
    New York City •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This place is a beautifully designed, cozy , bar/restaurant downtown. Really nice for drinks and food and possibly a stay overnight. Highly recommend for special occasions or business meetings with clients. Food was on point and the mixed drinks were excellent. The service was also very good.
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    Warren Street Bar and RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• TriBeCa
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    4.5
  • Meg
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 2 Jan 2025
    Beautifully decorated for the holidays! Really great spot to play I Spy with your date or friends/family at this time of year. Cocktails were delicious as well as the food, however the service was a little slow.
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    Oscar WildePrice: Moderate• American• Chelsea
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    4.1

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