The plastic covering the table looked like it hadn't been cleaned. Two teas were served to me - the website said my choice of tea but I couldnt choose. I had to ask for milk for my tea 2x. Overall it just felt dingy - the food was ok!
Jackie
Nice tea cup. Cute trinket box！
Blu Otero
Wonderful experience!! The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was lovely. The food was delicious and fresh when it was brought to us and the teas were fantastic. I enjoyed the butterscotch tea so much we brought a bag home with us. There are plenty of options just make sure to make a reservation.
Sabrina Italia
Tyme for Tea has become a tradition in my family. We go at least 3 times a year. This is an exceptional tea service, you won’t be disappointed!
Vandana Reddy
They had three course meals with hibiscus tea. It was pretty good. They serve only one time. No refills. It is very pricey. They just have sandwiches.
Mary Portwood
Me and my gal pals had such a comfortable experience. We didn't feel rushed. It was a pleasant fun space. The Teas were delicious! We got 4 pots, 4 different teas. They so many to choose from. Then we finished with a bottle of peach sparking wine. The cookies, desserts and tea sandwiches were all so amazing. Only question I have is if we can purchase the tea pots the tea was served in. The tea sets were gorgeous and cute!
Emily
Had a great birthday! ❤️
Jessica Valentine
Incredible venue! Food and teas were delicious and the staff was on it. Perfect place for a party!
Bee Newell
Lukewarm House Tea.
Hannah Libby
The place overall was very pretty and the people were very nice. We had a reservation for 3 people and when we arrived, they told us they had overbooked and put us in the “VIP” section. This section was just their back room with their random things for sale. We were completely away from the main dining area where all the holiday decorations and activities were happening. They told us we had a visitor, it was Santa Claus coming in through their back door where we were sitting. Then he proceeded to walk into the main dining area where they started playing loud Christmas music as Santa walked in. We felt so dejected in the back room. They kept rubbing it that we were “VIP’s” when they knew very well they just gave us probably the worst spot in the building. My suggestion is that if this is truly a VIP section that it should have some flare like the main dining area and not be what felt more like a break room spot for the employees.
I don’t know what happened to this place. Making a reservation was difficult and took several days to receive an email response that just said “ok” When we arrived we were the only people there and the woman at the counter (who I believe is the owner) asked for our reservations and I almost laughed… yes bc it’s packed in here right? Decor is outdated and cheap, looks like someone decorated for a prom or child’s birthday party. Plastic tablecloths. Waiters had rat tails and full sleeve tattoos. Service took forever but food was clearly not made on site or even made that same day. Everything tasted frozen or stale. No more clotted cream, sugar came in old paper packets that had been wet and dried several times like a diner. When I asked what happened to all the little extra details, I was told “we stopped doing that during Covid” So y’all dropped your food quality because of something that happened 4 years ago? I was EXTREMELY disappointed in this experience and would not recommend this place to anyone. Owner should retire or sell to someone who actually cares about tea!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Amy de Lorimier
We were served two black teas that we didn't really care for, and hadn't chosen. I had to request creamer, but instead of cream it was just milk. I had to request Splenda, instead of the sugar which was on the table. The first thing served was a small scone, which wasn't bad but I expected more? After a really long wait we were brought a plate of savory bites, again not bad but not really "tea" service. The cucumber sandwich was kind of stale. The desserts were lovely, mostly. The petit fours were like little Debbie cakes -meh. I've been to tea in many tearooms, from London to New York, to New Delhi; you expect certain things. The food was *scanty*; tea should be generous, not stingy. The tea things should have all come at once, not piecemeal when we had to ask. Tea, cream, sweeteners, and a tea strainer for leaves, (which we never got). Despite there being only four occupied tables in a mostly empty restaurant, the service was super slow. Really tacky plastic covered the tables - gross. It was really a disappointment, especially for the price! Really not worth it. There are WAY better just across the bridge!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Stacey Leonoudakis
The servers were prompt to bring 2 Flav I red teas. I had to ask for English breakfast tea. Did not get to look at a menu. I guess the menu is set for Saturday as well as price. Tip was added to bill as we were a large group of 5! I liked most of the food. Desserts were disappointing but I think it was way overpriced for the level of service and attention we were given.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Joel Jaffe
Good food, terrible service, rude and confrontational staff. Do not recommend.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Jonathan Belmares
I had done tea here pre pandemic twice and it was decent but never excellent. Booked a large party for my birthday sat may 18th. We arrived promptly at 130 for our reservation. They weren't finished re setting the room from the previous sitting no problem. The front desk was not clear in telling us to check in with the server station to be seated so we were waiting an extra 15 mins to be called before talking to the server and being seated. When I called to make the reservation I asked about gluten free accommodations had to have 4 friends drop out because they have zero alternatives or accomdations for gluten free and they would still be expected to pay full price. The women on the phone literally said maybe this isn't the place for them when i said that was disappointing. For the set victorian tea they FORCE you to book as it is there only weekend option. I was fine with this however the 2 teas they give you with that are not great at all and at 55 a person you should be given a choice of at least 1 pot of tea. We ordered extra pots because the House tea a strawberry kiwi flavor was undrinkable and they could have just not given it to us. The other tea a Carmel also not great but some of my party found it drinkable. The room was half empty our entire seating and we watched them turn away many people. Even though it was hardly busy and it didnt seem uhderstaffed. The wait staff ignored us most of the time. They didn't properly explain the menu. We had to ask 4 times for things like water for the table cream , sugar and the extra pots we ordered of the flavors we actually wanted. I asked for honey for my tea they brought me a literal spoon full. I also told MAXINE who booked my reservation reservation that it was for my birthday she said they would provide a smalltable for my gifts. No table was provided and based on the indifference of the staff we chose to not even bring it up. The food was so so. Only 2 choices of sandwiches the pinwheels fillings were extremely inconsistent from pastry to pastry. You only get 2 types of sandwiches one of the savories was literally melted cheese on a slice of baguette which felt lazy given the price. The cookies were bland and under baked. And the cheese cake bites were miniscule. I paid the same price for the mermaid tea at son and garden 2 days prior and had nicer better and attentive service and more food. The people running this place really need to adapt to times. Many people have dietary restrictions and allergies and majority of other tea places in the bay area can accomdate its not that hard. Out bill was almost 600 dollars and it was NOT worth it. To add several of the people with me had done tea here previously one during the pandemic and noted how bad the service was in comparison to this time.
The plastic covering the table looked like it hadn't been cleaned. Two teas were served to me - the website said my choice of tea but I couldnt choose. I had to ask for milk for my tea 2x. Overall it just felt dingy - the food was ok!
Nice tea cup. Cute trinket box！
Wonderful experience!! The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was lovely. The food was delicious and fresh when it was brought to us and the teas were fantastic. I enjoyed the butterscotch tea so much we brought a bag home with us. There are plenty of options just make sure to make a reservation.
Tyme for Tea has become a tradition in my family. We go at least 3 times a year. This is an exceptional tea service, you won’t be disappointed!
They had three course meals with hibiscus tea. It was pretty good. They serve only one time. No refills. It is very pricey. They just have sandwiches.
Me and my gal pals had such a comfortable experience. We didn't feel rushed. It was a pleasant fun space. The Teas were delicious! We got 4 pots, 4 different teas. They so many to choose from. Then we finished with a bottle of peach sparking wine. The cookies, desserts and tea sandwiches were all so amazing. Only question I have is if we can purchase the tea pots the tea was served in. The tea sets were gorgeous and cute!
Had a great birthday! ❤️
Incredible venue! Food and teas were delicious and the staff was on it. Perfect place for a party!
Lukewarm House Tea.
The place overall was very pretty and the people were very nice. We had a reservation for 3 people and when we arrived, they told us they had overbooked and put us in the “VIP” section. This section was just their back room with their random things for sale. We were completely away from the main dining area where all the holiday decorations and activities were happening. They told us we had a visitor, it was Santa Claus coming in through their back door where we were sitting. Then he proceeded to walk into the main dining area where they started playing loud Christmas music as Santa walked in. We felt so dejected in the back room. They kept rubbing it that we were “VIP’s” when they knew very well they just gave us probably the worst spot in the building. My suggestion is that if this is truly a VIP section that it should have some flare like the main dining area and not be what felt more like a break room spot for the employees.
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I don’t know what happened to this place. Making a reservation was difficult and took several days to receive an email response that just said “ok”
When we arrived we were the only people there and the woman at the counter (who I believe is the owner) asked for our reservations and I almost laughed… yes bc it’s packed in here right?
Decor is outdated and cheap, looks like someone decorated for a prom or child’s birthday party. Plastic tablecloths. Waiters had rat tails and full sleeve tattoos. Service took forever but food was clearly not made on site or even made that same day. Everything tasted frozen or stale. No more clotted cream, sugar came in old paper packets that had been wet and dried several times like a diner. When I asked what happened to all the little extra details, I was told “we stopped doing that during Covid” So y’all dropped your food quality because of something that happened 4 years ago? I was EXTREMELY disappointed in this experience and would not recommend this place to anyone. Owner should retire or sell to someone who actually cares about tea!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We were served two black teas that we didn't really care for, and hadn't chosen. I had to request creamer, but instead of cream it was just milk. I had to request Splenda, instead of the sugar which was on the table.
The first thing served was a small scone, which wasn't bad but I expected more? After a really long wait we were brought a plate of savory bites, again not bad but not really "tea" service. The cucumber sandwich was kind of stale. The desserts were lovely, mostly. The petit fours were like little Debbie cakes -meh.
I've been to tea in many tearooms, from London to New York, to New Delhi; you expect certain things.
The food was *scanty*; tea should be generous, not stingy.
The tea things should have all come at once, not piecemeal when we had to ask. Tea, cream, sweeteners, and a tea strainer for leaves, (which we never got).
Despite there being only four occupied tables in a mostly empty restaurant, the service was super slow.
Really tacky plastic covered the tables - gross.
It was really a disappointment, especially for the price! Really not worth it.
There are WAY better just across the bridge!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
The servers were prompt to bring 2 Flav I red teas. I had to ask for English breakfast tea. Did not get to look at a menu. I guess the menu is set for Saturday as well as price. Tip was added to bill as we were a large group of 5! I liked most of the food. Desserts were disappointing but I think it was way overpriced for the level of service and attention we were given.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Good food, terrible service, rude and confrontational staff. Do not recommend.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
I had done tea here pre pandemic twice and it was decent but never excellent. Booked a large party for my birthday sat may 18th. We arrived promptly at 130 for our reservation. They weren't finished re setting the room from the previous sitting no problem. The front desk was not clear in telling us to check in with the server station to be seated so we were waiting an extra 15 mins to be called before talking to the server and being seated. When I called to make the reservation I asked about gluten free accommodations had to have 4 friends drop out because they have zero alternatives or accomdations for gluten free and they would still be expected to pay full price. The women on the phone literally said maybe this isn't the place for them when i said that was disappointing. For the set victorian tea they FORCE you to book as it is there only weekend option. I was fine with this however the 2 teas they give you with that are not great at all and at 55 a person you should be given a choice of at least 1 pot of tea. We ordered extra pots because the House tea a strawberry kiwi flavor was undrinkable and they could have just not given it to us. The other tea a Carmel also not great but some of my party found it drinkable. The room was half empty our entire seating and we watched them turn away many people. Even though it was hardly busy and it didnt seem uhderstaffed. The wait staff ignored us most of the time. They didn't properly explain the menu. We had to ask 4 times for things like water for the table cream , sugar and the extra pots we ordered of the flavors we actually wanted. I asked for honey for my tea they brought me a literal spoon full. I also told MAXINE who booked my reservation reservation that it was for my birthday she said they would provide a smalltable for my gifts. No table was provided and based on the indifference of the staff we chose to not even bring it up. The food was so so. Only 2 choices of sandwiches the pinwheels fillings were extremely inconsistent from pastry to pastry. You only get 2 types of sandwiches one of the savories was literally melted cheese on a slice of baguette which felt lazy given the price. The cookies were bland and under baked. And the cheese cake bites were miniscule. I paid the same price for the mermaid tea at son and garden 2 days prior and had nicer better and attentive service and more food. The people running this place really need to adapt to times. Many people have dietary restrictions and allergies and majority of other tea places in the bay area can accomdate its not that hard. Out bill was almost 600 dollars and it was NOT worth it. To add several of the people with me had done tea here previously one during the pandemic and noted how bad the service was in comparison to this time.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
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