“I do find joy, even in this current situation. True joy in life does not come from focusing on ourselves, but from focusing on others, pouring out all the love, kindness, and forgiveness we have/can.” – Shannon Ferrell Shannon and Shanda are two of our lovely guests who have been coming to the tearoom […]
Dine In Reservation Times
By Reservation OnlyTuesday – Thursday 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm
Friday – Saturday 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm, and 6:30 pm
Sunday 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm
Monday closed
Carryout Pickup Times
Tuesday – Saturday 11:30 am, 2:00 pm, and 4:30 pm
Sunday 11:30 and 2:00 pm
Monday closed
Gift Shop Hours
Tuesday – Thursday 10:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday – Saturday 10:45 am - 8:30 pm
Sunday 10:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday closed
Current Menu Theme
served September 29 – November 1, 2020
Get ready, Imaginative Travelers, for your most delicious adventure yet!
served September 29 – November 1, 2020
Savories
served with “Morning in Giverny” traditional black tea
Hong Kong Chicken Salad
Bombay Chicken and Potato Skewer
Passepartout’s Feta and Spinach Buckwheat Crepe
San Franciscan Meatloaf Sandwich
Traditional English Tea Sandwich:
Avocado and Cucumber with Edible Orchid
Breads
served with “Mulled Cider Scented Black” tea
Japanese Ube Milk Bread with Jasmine Vanilla Butter
St. James Traditional Cream Scone
Blood Orange Curd & Clotted Cream
Sweets
served with “Sweet Autumn Crisp Rooibos” herbal tea
Mocha Hazelnut Dacquoise
Italian Rum Panna Cotta with Salted Caramel
Phileas Fogg’s Rhubarb Gooseberry Tart
Reserve Your Teatime
Adult Menu includes all items listed here. Menu subject to change without notice.
Upcoming Menu Theme
served November 3 – 29, 2020
A cozy teatime with all the comforts of home.
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The St. James Greats
Learn about the Greats throughout history whom we admire for their Grace, Civility, Beauty, Gentility, and Excellence. Purchase in The St. James Market to start earning rewards as you discover the history behind each seating area's St. James Great!
The St. James Teas
Learn about each of our teas and how to steep them at home as you take notes on your preferences and mark which are your favorites. Purchase in The St. James Market to start earning rewards as you explore the world of our teas!
The St. James Market
Loose Leaf Tea
The St. James Market boasts more than fifty high-quality teas and a variety of tea-making accoutrements to ensure your daily cuppa is always at hand and your special tea party is a delicious success. Taste the featured tea at our Tea Bar, or join us for a special event to learn a special recipe! New to tea? Not sure where to start? Ask our knowledgeable staff! Each of our teas is unique as its own character...perhaps you’ll hear a story or two!
The Latest
Hot off the press!
Mushroom Ragout on Polenta
Just like the novel Around the World in 80 Days, our recipe for Mushroom Ragout on Polenta was inspired by the human spirit of adventure and exploration. Specifically focusing on exploring flavors from around Italy, these treats include polenta, crimini mushrooms, and Marsala wine, among other things. These savory delicacies make wonderful canapes or appetizers, […]
Creating Memories with your Children Through Afternoon Tea
Getting children to read for pleasure outside school is a challenge in this age of easy scrolling. If your children do enjoy reading, likely it is because of the Harry Potter books. These books draw children (and adults) into the joys of written story and keep them enthralled book after book. For this reason alone, we may be grateful. […]
Butterbeer Ice Cream Floats
Inspired by the cold butterbeer mentioned throughout the Harry Potter stories, our Butterbeer Ice Cream Floats make the perfect sweet treat on a hot summer day. Caramelly, creamy, and cold, these Butterbeer Floats are well-balanced, not too sweet, and very refreshing. They are also extremely easy to make! We paired ours with some cream scones, […]
The Bonds of Shared Joy are Priceless!
In Jane Austen’s day, the hearth was the center of family activity after dinner. The hearth, with its warmth and light, was the place to relax together after the day’s work was done, a bright, comfortable, cheering atmosphere that pushed away the dreariness of their non-electric lit nights. The ladies did their needlework as conversation took hold. Someone might have read aloud or played an instrument. This place, the hearth, warmed their heart, soul, and body. It was the way these people enjoyed companionship and kept their souls knitted together.
Summer Berry Bread Pudding
Our Summer Berry Bread Pudding recipe was inspired by the British Regency Era and celebrates one of the best parts of summer—berries. In Jane Austen’s day traditional British puddings were regularly part of large meals. In fact, Jane Austen’s mother, Cassandra, once contributed a traditional British pudding recipe written in witty verse to a book […]
The St. of the St. James Tearoom
For Father’s Day this year, in light of the upcoming release of our short film on the ‘History of The St. James Tearoom,’ it might be interesting to relate a hidden bit of history about the Tearoom. For most of our guests the world over, The St. James Tearoom is synonymous with my mother Mary […]
White Cheddar and Black Pepper Scones
These White Cheddar and Black Pepper Scones are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Take the time to grind the pepper when you make them and it will really shine through. We also recommend a really nice sharp white cheddar to balance the spicy pepper and give a nice crunch on […]
Journals
Journaling can be a perfect habit to form to help slow down. It can be used to organize thoughts for a new story, document the day for future nostalgia, practice drawing, or simply a place to pour your thoughts into the pages to give clearer vision.
Garden Accessories
As we are unable to travel much farther than our own backyards, we hope you may find a place of peace and respite in your little corner.
Lime Mousse Tarts
Light and sweet with just a little pucker, these Lime Mousse Tarts are a refreshing dessert for summer! Featuring freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, whipped cream, and flaky tart shells, they’re just the sort of whimsical treat we would expect to find on a tea table in Wonderland! Enjoy these little tarts with a […]
Chocolate & Orange Blossom Cookies
Our fudgy, chocolate & orange blossom cookies are the perfect spring treat. Combining the fresh flavors of orange, blackberry, cream, and chocolate, these flower-shaped cookies are elegant, yet so easy to make. Though we specify using a fluted or flower-shaped cookie cutter for maximum cuteness, you can use a round cookie cutter or another shape […]
Coming to Tea
Pick a Date
Party of 2? Party of 42? Make a date! Teatimes available throughout the day. A different menu and theme each month.
Choose Your Options
Need a vegetarian or gluten-free menu? Want to pick a certain seating area? Celebrating something special? Let us know!
Enjoy!
Your teatime experience is made just for you! Sit back and enjoy a full two hours with your dear guests.