By: Alexa Shabinsky By: Alexa Shabinsky | May 24, 2022 | Food & Drink,
High tea is not a classic in Miami, but there is no doubt that you can still find it! With some restaurants dating back to the late 1970’s, high tea dining in Miami is an experience in and of itself. Finger sandwiches, macaroons and hot tea are the recipe for a lovely afternoon. Whether you’re looking to celebrate an exciting milestone or just spend time with friends, high tea is the perfect excuse to get dressed up and escape the typical Miami restuarant scene.
12310 SW 224th St. / Website
Established in 1974, the Tea Room at Cauley Square is South Florida’s quintessential high tea destination. The space of the restaurant transports you out of Miami and into English paradise, with exquise and classic interior design from the walls to the furniture. The menu includes a variety of high tea offerings, option serving three-tiered sandwich towers, quiches, scones, and of course delicious tea options.
7212 Red Rd. / Website
Dine like royalty at The Enchanted Dollhouse. Whether you’re looking to host a celebratory tea afternoon, or just get together with some friends, this is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy. The menu boasts all of the high tea classics from finger sandwiches, croissants, quiches, macarons, mini desserts and tea. Guests will also indulge using authentic vintage cutlery and glassware, bringing the experience to another level.
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9703 Collins Ave. / Website
Offering the traditional St. Regis Afternoon Tea Ritual, La Gourmandise is the epitome of class. The French-inspired restaurant offers a daily high tea service, bringing the best of the best to its diners. Sticking to classic high tea service, the menu offers a wide variety of sandwiches, sweets like tarts and Verrines, scones and over 20 types of tea to choose from.
451 NE 1st Ave. / Website
Enamored with soft pastels and English-inspired decor, Little Hen is as cute as it gets for high tea in Miami. The menu explores all of the traditional high tea offerings, with a modern flare. Guests can indulge in brunch classics from waffles, omelets, french toast, pancakes and so much more.
3725 NE 163rd St. / Website
Decadent desserts are what Lily and Rose Tearoom are best known for! The menu features homemade cakes and baked goods, artisanal gelato and a variety of tea offerings from Mariage Freres. Come with a sweet tooth because this experience brings all the sweets from start to finish.
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