SpecialTea House

SpecialTea House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jessica

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best place ever discovered. So adorable! Love the little dog there too
   

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   Veronica

   New York City6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Special Effects Tea House is a gem. The decor is so beautiful, the ambiance mellow and welcoming, and the food very good. We came here for lunch, and lingered for over an hour and a half. No one rushed us. There was lovely music playing, but not so loud as to interrupt our conversation. We had warm scones, mini tea sandwiches, desert, and a large selection of teas. Definitely enough to fill us up for lunch. We'll be back soon! Thank you Debbie and Victoria!
   

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   Mary

   New York State1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I go here regularly to meet a friend or with my daughter. They are so welcoming and courteous. Will continue to go there - winter inside and in warmer weather, outside in the beautiful garden.
   

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   kseniya

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 27 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent experience! Good food, delicious tea, friendly and helpful service and a cozy ambience. Would recommend. A nice option for friend gatherings or a couple.
   

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   Teresa

   New York City4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 29 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great time! Everyone was welcoming and the food and TEA was delicious!
   

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   KathyM

   Washington DC14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely Delightful - the tea house is super cute and everything is top tier! My Aunt had not been to High Tea in years and she loved it soooo much. She will be back I’m sure! Make a reservation and go! You will love it.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I almost don't want to write a review because this place is so lovely and precious and I don't want other people to flock there! But alas, I must because they deserve it. It's beyond beautiful and the service is extraordinary. There are several tea options to choose from and we were very happy with our selections along with the sandwiches, small desserts, and scones. I think the only request would have been to select our own scones as we each would have preferred something sweet but beyond that, it was perfect and we will definitely return.
   

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   Maria VIP

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 August 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Perfect spot for afternoon tea! Such a great experience!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Maine2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 18 August 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had such a special experience here. Everyone so wonderful and helpful. The food, the ambience and the tea were amazing. 
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I adore this place! Friendly service, great tea and fantastic food!
    

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