The Palm Court

Name: The Palm Court
Address: 140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL, United States, 60611
Telephone: (312) 932-4619
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

5025 Reviews

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 107 times today

Experiences are available.

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For those who love their afternoon teas fresh, fragrant and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel serving tea for over a century. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their royal visits here. Your afternoon tea begins with Palais de Thes menu, which features 15 tea blends including classic selections like the English Breakfast to modern yet delightful twists like the Mélange du Cap.
Tea is served in individual tea pots accompanied by the traditional three tiered tea tray filled with an arrangement of gourmet finger sandwiches and scones; and dainty petit fours with complements of preserves, lemon curd and English double Devon cream.
And let’s not forget about our little tea. The Prince & Princess Afternoon tea service, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years of age is available throughout the duration of afternoon tea service.
Reservations are heavily encouraged.
Tea service seating duration is 90min
Adults $79/ $82 with Carolers / Kids $35 (3-12)

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Fri–Sun 12:00–16:30
Phone number
(312) 932-4619
Website
https://www.thedrakehotel.com/dining/palm-court?y_source=1_MjY1ODkzNDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Mark Lagges

Location
140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611
Area
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross Street
Michigan Avenue & Lakeshore Drive
Parking details
Discounted valet parking is available when you dine in at the Palm Court. Valet parking is available for a discount of $24.00 for the 90 min tea experience. After Palm Court hours, normal rates apply. Thank you
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Palm Court Holiday Tea
Multiple dates available
Holiday tea in Palm Court is a Real Chicago tradition for generations of families during the holiday season. A seating in Palm Court places you near the iconic fountain adorned with holiday flora and overlooking the lobby Christmas tree and gingerbread display, guests will sip quintessential tea while reveling in the spirit of the season. A live harpist will play for all seating times, with holiday carolers performing on select dates through Christmas. Reservations are heavily encouraged. Full tea service seating duration is 90 minutes max.
Club International Holiday Tea
Multiple dates available
Sip quintessential tea experiencing Real Chicago tradition at The Drake Hotel this Holiday Season. Adjacent to Palm Court, CLUB INTERNATIONAL evokes Real Chicago holiday tradition with a backdrop of rich color and copper hues, to ignite the spirit of the season overlooking the hustle & bustle of Michigan Avenue. A live harpist will play for all seating times, with holiday carolers performing on select dates through Christmas.
Afternoon Tea
Multiple dates available
For those who love their afternoon teas fresh and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel serving tea for nearly a century is the quintessential Magnificent Mile afternoon tea experience. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their visits here. Your afternoon tea begins with a peruse of the Palais de Thes menu, which features 15 tea blends. Tea is served in individual tea pots accompanied by three tiered tea tray filled with an arrangement of gourmet finger sandwiches; delicious breads and scones; and dainty petit fours with accoutrement. The Prince & Princess Afternoon tea service, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years of age. Reservations are heavily encouraged. Full tea service seating duration is 90 minutes max.

Big Ben
English Breakfast a wonderful blend of black teas, including Yunna from China and Assam from India
Thé des Lords
Earl Grey sprinkled with safflower petals, this tea boasts the most intense bergamot flavor of all the Earl Grey teas
Darjeeling Margaret's Hope
A dark, fruity Darjeeling tea and full of character
Montagne Bleue
A delicious blend of black tea, honey, lavender, berries and rhubarb. Relaxing and indulging
Rooibos thé des Vahinés
A wonderful pairing of vanilla and almond against a delicate rooibos backdrop for a warm and sophisticated blend
Chai Imperial
Inspired by the Indian tradition of spiced tea. A delicate black tea pepped up with green cardamom, pink peppercorns, cinnamon, ginger, clove and orange zest

Oolong Teas

7 Citrus
A delicious combination of oolong tea with a woody character and zesty notes of 7 citrus fruits: lemon, lime, orange, Seville orange, grapefruit, bergamot & mandarin

Rooibos & Herbal Teas

Melange du Cap
A delicious pairing of cocoa nibs and vanilla pods against a delicate rooibos backdrop for a warm and sophisticated blend
Garden of Dreams
A sweet combination of citrus peel, lemon balm, chamomile and lemon verbena. A relaxing and soothing recipe
Tropical Garden
A blend of mango, pineapple, papaya and peach with zesty notes. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins
Fruit Garden
A summery blend of goji and berries, dates and kiwi. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins

Green Teas

Jasmine Chun Feng
One of the best jasmine green teas with a high proportion of tips. A remarkable tea that allows the jasmine bouquet to fully develop
Vive Le Thé!
The perfect balance between spicy notes of ginger and zesty notes of lemon. It has a surprising sweet finish reminiscent of orange flavors

Seasonal Special Teas

Nutcracker
Full-bodied Ceylon black tea infused with rich flavors of hazelnut and aromatic vanilla.
The Drake Blend
This black tea is like a bowl of succulent berries: strawberry, raspberry, blackcurrant, and redcurrant. Sweet and fruity, this bouquet of red berries is delicious throughout the day
Sugar Plum Fairy
Whirls of creamy vanilla, ripe strawberry, and a hint of plum are 'en pointe' in this herbal treat.

Alcoholic Beverages

Add a Glass of Sparkling WineUS$9.00
Add a Glass Off la Marca ProseccoUS$14.00
Add a Glass of Piper Sonoma BrutUS$17.00
Add a BelliniUS$14.00
Add a MimosaUS$14.00
Add Mumm RoseUS$18.00

White Wine

Chardonnay

Decoy, CA
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River, CA
- GlassUS$15.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Iconoclast, CA
Napa
- BottleUS$120.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Decoy, CA
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Cloudy Bay, New Zealand
- GlassUS$18.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$72.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa
- BottleUS$112.00

Pinot Grigio

Terlato Family, Friuli, Italy
- GlassUS$14.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$18.00
- BottleUS$59.00
Santa Margherita, Italy
- GlassUS$18.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$72.00

Other Whites

Chateau St. Michelle, Riesling, WA
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Caposaldo Moscato, Italy
- GlassUS$14.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$18.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Mensch Roussane, Lodi
- GlassUS$17.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$21.00
- BottleUS$68.00
Whispering Angel, Rose, Italy
- GlassUS$18.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$72.00

Red Wine

Cabernet Sauvignon

Columbia Crest H3, WA
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$54.00
Daou, Paso Robles, CA
- GlassUS$15.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Iconoclast, Napa Valley, CA
- GlassUS$18.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$72.00

Merlot

Wente, WA
- GlassUS$13.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$17.00
- BottleUS$52.00
Tangley Oaks, Napa Valley, CA
- GlassUS$18.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$72.00

Pinot Noir

Davis Bynum, Russian River, CA
- GlassUS$15.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Meiomi, CA
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$54.00

Other Reds

Murrietta's Well Red Blend, CA
- GlassUS$15.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Norton Malbec, Argentina
- GlassUS$12.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$48.00
Mensch Red Zinfandel, Lodi
- GlassUS$13.00
- 1.5 GlassUS$17.00
- BottleUS$52.00
The Prisoner
- BottleUS$120.00

What 5,025 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
Chicago
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Palm Court at The Drake offers a "magical experience" with its elegant afternoon tea service. Guests rave about the "great service" and "lovely atmosphere," with highlights like attentive staff, live harp music, and beautiful decor. While some find the food underwhelming, the overall ambiance and experience make it "worth a visit."

5,025 Reviews

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sabrina
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The holiday tea food is average - sweets are good but the sandwiches are bad. The harpist is nice and the ambiance is very festive. Overall our experience would’ve been fine, except it was extremely hot in the palm Court room. Our whole party was sweating and couldn’t wait to leave. Worth doing once but I don’t think I’ll be back again. For the prices they charge you can have a very nice dinner somewhere else in the city with amazing food.
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Maureen
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Typically love this experience but today it was very warm and uncomfortable. We were a group of 10. Everyone was too warm.some were fanning themselves
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Andrea
VIP
Denver
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We’ve done afternoon tea here over many years but never during the holiday season. Never again. Michelin star prices for food and service you would expect at a diner. No sparkle. No panache. No magic. dessert and teas were great. Probably our last afternoon tea at the drake. Time to look around at other options.
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KIMBERLY
Chicago
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I’ve been going to tea for many years. This year the room was crowded, hot and rushed. I think the price has gotten out of hand. On the other hand, the service was great.
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Harriett
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have high tea at the Palm Court every year between Christmas and New Year’s. It is our way of setting aside a special treat time for our family once the Christmas buying rush is over and The Palm Court does not disappoint. The choice of teas is broad and the scones warm. Each edible was well presented, fresh and tasty. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Loved the harpist and singers in old world garb. And don’t miss the 50% off Christmas baubles in the downstairs gift shop. Our only quibbles were with the closeness of the tables and noise level. The room was packed, a tribute to its popularity. Best high tea in Chicago.
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Patrick
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tea at the Palm Court in the Drake is excellent! Service is outstanding!
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Jennifer
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love it here! Been coming for 15 years. Armin was our server - fast, attentive, they can accommodate gf allergy.
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Karla
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a 4:30 Afternoon Tea with our family. This was our first Afternoon Tea and loved the experience. The food and tea were delicious! Christine was our server. She was amazing! My son had many food allergies and they made a custom plate of food for him. We had a dairy allergy and they had delicious options for us. Our experience was delightful! We would love to attend again.
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Ewelina
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always great atmosphere, great food, great service.
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Lori
VIP
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go every year and it is always lovely. The hostesses were extremely accommodating when we had one person arrive very late.
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FAQs

The Palm Court is rated 4.6 stars by 5025 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 107 times today

Experiences are available.

140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

Cross Street
Michigan Avenue & Lakeshore Drive
Area
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of Operation
Fri–Sun 12:00–16:30
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Discounted valet parking is available when you dine in at the Palm Court. Valet parking is available for a discount of $24.00 for the 90 min tea experience. After Palm Court hours, normal rates apply. Thank you
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mark Lagges
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.thedrakehotel.com/dining/palm-court?y_source=1_MjY1ODkzNDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(312) 932-4619

The Palm Court

Make a booking

Additional information

Palm Court Holiday Tea

Club International Holiday Tea

Afternoon Tea

Little Prince & Princess

Biscoff Cookie Butter and Jelly

Turkey and Cheese Rollups

Cucumber Sandwich

Egg Salad Rounds

Tea Selection/Hot Chocolate/Kiddie Cocktail

Tea Sandwiches

English cucumber

Oak smoked Scottish salmon

Maple roasted turkey

Deviled egg bites

Warm Plate

Apple cider skull cake

Traditional Scones

Maple Pecan Pie

Pastry Plate

Drake chocolate crunch cake

Hazelnut panna cotta

Pumpkin sandwich cookie

Holiday macaroons

Black Teas

Big Ben

Thé des Lords

Darjeeling Margaret's Hope

Montagne Bleue

Rooibos thé des Vahinés

Chai Imperial

Oolong Teas

7 Citrus

Rooibos & Herbal Teas

Melange du Cap

Garden of Dreams

Tropical Garden

Fruit Garden

Green Teas

Jasmine Chun Feng

Vive Le Thé!

Seasonal Special Teas

Nutcracker

The Drake Blend

Sugar Plum Fairy

Alcoholic Beverages

Add a Glass of Sparkling WineUS$9.00

Add a Glass Off la Marca ProseccoUS$14.00

Add a Glass of Piper Sonoma BrutUS$17.00

Add a BelliniUS$14.00

Add a MimosaUS$14.00

Add Mumm RoseUS$18.00

White Wine

Chardonnay

Decoy, CA

Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River, CA

Iconoclast, CA

Sauvignon Blanc

Decoy, CA

Cloudy Bay, New Zealand

Cakebread Cellars, Napa

Pinot Grigio

Terlato Family, Friuli, Italy

Santa Margherita, Italy

Other Whites

Chateau St. Michelle, Riesling, WA

Caposaldo Moscato, Italy

Mensch Roussane, Lodi

Whispering Angel, Rose, Italy

Red Wine

Cabernet Sauvignon

Columbia Crest H3, WA

Daou, Paso Robles, CA

Iconoclast, Napa Valley, CA

Merlot

Wente, WA

Tangley Oaks, Napa Valley, CA

Pinot Noir