Lilly Rose

This place is great, but the service felt chaotic. We thought it was odd that they didn't ask if we had reservations as we noted down vegetarian for one guest. We were given a plate of sandwiches but they all had meat. We asked about vegetarian options and the waiter seemed at a loss and had to switch out our food instead of leaving it and grabbing another set of veggie options. The order everything was presented was also confusing. First we were told we'll get water once we sat down. However, we got cocktails, tea, desserts in a tiered plate, sandwiches and tamales, then finally our water but we had to ask. To keep our sanity, it made more sense to do water and cocktails, scone and tea, savory foods, then desserts. We also found it odd there were no scones but had jam, curd, and clotted cream served with the deserts. The place was not full, plenty of tables were open, but it felt like service was sparse and hard to get while each part of the meal came half hour to an hour apart. We spent 3 whole hours at this place. The decorations of this basement was appropriate for the spooky season but it really made us feel trapped more than anything.

First things first, the a la cart option on the app, open table, doesn’t exist in the tea room. The tea room and lily rose are separate, so you can’t get cocktails from lily rose while having tea. The teas and cream is great. High quality ingredients and amazing whipped cream. Staff helped us and educated us on teas. As well as how the process works. We thought we could just get cocktails, while ordering a few tea menu items, scones or sandwich or macaroons but they don’t really offer such a service. We explained the a la cart option with our reservation at 4pm, and after some patience, they helped us out a lot. Super surprised in a great way. May have not been the LA speakeasy we reserved, but it turned out to be a absolute peach!

I’ve been here numerous times and it’s a really great underground bar. The decor was very dark but homely feel with a relaxed crowd. The bartenders were really cool and the wait for drinks isn’t too long. There’s a lot of seating areas which made it a good spot to take your friends to talk. I’d definitely come back again for other nights.

It would’ve gotten 5 stars but their drink options were not that great. First of all the Xmas drink list they had was small and we had a few different ones and they were ok. The best one I would say if the hot chocolate one. Second, the regular list was ok but I feel that for the place and the vibe that it is (which is a good one!) they should up their drinks/drink names. Make it match the aesthetic. The place itself was gorgeous. As soon as you step out of the elevator it feels like a different world. The seating area was so cute, but limited. Need reservations! We did not expect live music but apparently it’s a regular thing. We enjoyed it so much it was rnb/jazz/pop. Whoever the group was, you’re great! There’s no place to really dance but people found a way too. Definitely gets crowded later in the night.

I came here with my husband for the holiday afternoon tea service. They served Dammann Fréres tea which I was excited to try. The service was friendly. However, the food was so-so mostly. The dessert items were a bit too sugary for me. The atmosphere and decor made it worthwhile though! This place is unbelievably cute. I'm sure it would be great for cocktails. I'm vegetarian and they were very accommodating

This review is for the High Tea experience. The food — fresh berries with cream and a three-tier sandwiches-and-cake tower — was absolutely delicious and we (3 young women) left feeling full. The music (a playlist at the time, but apparently they have live music on Fridays and a DJ on Saturdays) was perfect and kept the ambiance fun and elegant, an ambitious combo Lilly Rose actually manages to pull off. The teas were delicious, certainly outside of my usual choices, but a fun change of pace. One star off for the slow service, which involved awkward periods of waiting for someone to show up and explain what was going on, and also because one of the cocktails was truly disappointing. I didn’t say anything at the time because I was with friends and I didn’t want to make a fuss, but it tasted like nothing more than watered-down-whiskey. Bleh. Hope to return to hear the live music and hopefully a better cocktail experience.

The Lilly Rose located in the basement of the Wayfarer Hotel in DTLA is a cocktail lounge with a speakeasy vibe. They have a huge cocktail list, over 20 pages long and a wide variety of liquor. The staff was super, and it was a great place to start or end your night. Parking next to the hotel, for $6 per hour. They offer food service, although they were “out” of at least three menu items and portions were very small, the food was good. Once LA is fully opened, talk of bringing back magic or burlesque shows into the lounge may happen. This was a terrific place to enjoy a cocktail and not have to shout over music or terribly large crowds. Reservations necessary.

update: you need to make reservations for the high tea at least 24 hours in advance. the speakeasy opens at 7pm and does not require reservations. this and the previous review are for the casual high tea. today was our second visit. i forgot to mention how lovely the music is. it's like chill pop and sets a very soothing and relaxed atmosphere. Kevin was there again and provided excellent service. Going here inspired us to try and have our own high tea back where we live just at home. Previous Review June 30th, 2022 me and my gf went here for tea on a Thursday. It was empty because it was a weird time. Kevin the manager was really nice and personable. We had a lovely time learning about high tea and eating tiny foods. Me and my gf loved loved loved the berries and cream. The tea was delicious (we got the black loose leaf tea). We both loved the little salmon treats and my gf loved the shrimp and prosciutto one. The atmosphere was lovely, the service was excellent, and the tea and food were tasty. Highly recommend we liked it so much we made second reservation for a few days later because we are only visiting la.

An enchanting sultry artistic den of decor, loungey vintage-esque seating, full bar and full service speakeasy parlor of sorts. From private movie screenings to live entertainment and fun mixers to chic cocktail hangs, Lilly Rose can do it all. Influences of roaring 20s with touches of Moroccan and Egyptian culture throughout and the amazing Zoltar to tell your fortune. Limited to under 100 people in capacity you can access this sparkly paradise from the staircase through the main lobby hallway or the elevator (going down). I've been lucky enough to pop in thrice this year, including most recently during a Fork n' Film event, which seem great and they do accommodate restrictions when they can (vegetarian, vegan and some gluten free), plus that bubbly, popcorn and a lot included with your purchase of a ticket in advance. I didn't see anything advertised initially while I was staying at the hotel over the weekend or social media and just wanted to grab a drink at the bar before going out. After they checked IDs upon entering I was offered a complimentary glass of bubbly. Talking to one of the servers I realized this in fact a solely for Fork n' Film event that was going on for most of the night, but would open up once the film let out. Fork n Film events are weekly Friday through Sunday with afternoon and evening shows. Wednesday and Thursdays seem to be the best times to pop in for a week drink or between screenings. The crowd is pretty mixed in terms of size at times being an underground social spot rather than more known. You can also book your own events, meetings and experiences as they're very accomodating. Restrooms near the bottom of the stairs. Parking at the hotel or neighboring garages. You can get lucky with street parking, but typically not at night. Less than a five minute walk from 7th & Metro Station

It's CLOSED!!!!!!! I wish they take this down or at least disclaim that this establishment has been CLOSED.....

I think three stars is a fair rating after two visits here. My first visit was back in 2021 when I lived in Pasadena. Some friends and I went on a mini bar crawl to show some people from out of the country around, and I believe this was our first stop. If you haven't been here before and you found this bar through Yelp, you might have to do some digging to discover it's actually in the basement of the Wayfairer Hotel. Just go into the lobby and take the elevator to the right. It's definitely got a cool atmosphere year-round and speakeasy vibes that likely satisfy most speakeasy-searchers' wants, albeit overpriced drinks. If I had returned and had a consistent experience, I would have left this at four stars. I returned with a different group of friends last weekend to try their spooky afternoon tea party. I guess usually it's just afternoon tea, but during October this year (and perhaps other years) they offer a spooky version. You can add a spooky alcoholic beverage for $15 more, and we did that. The employee first went over the different teas they were offering, passing around cups of small, dried samples of each tea for us to smell, and at this point I was infinitely hopeful about how the event would turn out. The teas all smelled good, and we opted to try 3 of the 4 teas. He then asked which of the two cocktails we wanted, and we each made our choice. Usually I don't opt for the darker drink, but it sounded like the better option of the two. I'm glad I did choose it in this case, because the lighter drink apparently tasted like it only had cheap sparkling wine. Although mine tasted good, it was obviously a watered-down mix, which was made worse by being added to a glass that was over half-filled (and overflowing) with ice. When he brought out the teas, he brought out only three pots, yet we had five people. At every other tea sitting I've been to, you're paying for one pot per person, so each gets their own pot, even if multiple people ordered the same tea. I will say that the teas were good, and I think our unanimous favorite was the green tea (we also tried a black tea and a rooibos). The table, quite frankly, wasn't meant to host afternoon tea for five people. We didn't have any extra space and we had to keep moving stuff around to make everything fit (making the plastic flowers the first thing to go). It's a tight squeeze for four or more people. They brought out the sweet items first, which contained a lot of pumpkin. Some items were good, but many were too sweet. All of them looked like they had been bought in the pastry section of a grocery store. I didn't like that there wasn't enough of every item for every paying person to get to try. I also wasn't a fan of how entire tiered dessert trays came out before any savory items, which were sort of expected to be nearly finished before the savory food was brought out. When the savory food was eventually brought out, it was sat, like the teapots, on a vacant velvet chair because the table had no room. Like the sweets, these items were heavily influenced by pumpkin and definitely fit the spooky theme: pumpkin tamales, deviled eggs, mole chicken sliders, smoked salmon and cream cheese on pumpkin rolls, and fried sweet potato sticks. It was a weird combination of items even without the pumpkin thrown in, but the pumpkin made everything weirder. I felt it only tasted good in the tamales, but my friends disagreed (that was the only one they didn't like for some reason). We all agreed the deviled eggs were good. In the end, with the alcoholic drink add on, the total came to $75 PER PERSON plus tip. This was $10 more than what was listed on the website, so the whole experience left a bitter taste in my mouth. Although the employees were friendly and it was nice to spend time with my friends, this experience was absolutely not worth $75 per person, and I'd rate it 2 stars. Cool spot to check out, but skip the tea party. If you must try their tea party, don't go during October and don't add the extra drink.

February 2023 we travelled to LA from San Diego for a weekend of delightful shenanigans and shows. I am a huge tea connoisseur and I adore going for high or afternoon tea. I found this place through a quick Yelp search and it had such a unique atmosphere and look that I couldn't resist. Was able to make a reservation through OpenTable. When we arrived at the hotel...yes, Lilly Rose is located in the basement of The Wayfarer Downtown Los Angeles...we checked in with the concierge and were escorted downstairs. When we got off the elevator and entered the space all of our jaws dropped. The space is decorated so whimsically it was great. There was a fortune teller machine like the one from Big. There was a carousel horse. There was a rollercoaster bench and so much more. We were seated almost in the center of the venue in a private high backed banquette. It was a dreary rainy day so it was quite empty when we arrived but picked up about an hour after our reservation began. So the dreary, rainy day was wreaking havoc on the hotel and the heat was out in the venue so it was quite chilly. The manager who was helping us had a space heater that he let us point toward our table to stay warm. The chill didn't dampen our mood; we had enjoyed had an excellent time and experience. Our server came over and brought a tea board with their featured teas for us to select from. I love those interactive tea boards. It's great being able to put your nose into the tea you're considering to see what the aroma and body of the tea will be. We each selected a tea and added on champagne to our tea. Our teapots arrived first and we were all happy with our selection. A short while later our tea tower was delivered to the table and had the best selection of tea sandwiches and savouries. As a regular tea attendee I've had a ton of different sandwich and savoury selections but it's always great to be surprised with others. We munched and chatted and took photos of the venue. The staff were friendly and welcoming and knowledgeable which always makes the experience that much better. Our sitting was for two hours but they didn't bum-rush us out. We were able to linger and sip tea and relax. Before we left our server was even nice enough to snap a few shots of our threesome. I can't recommend this tea enough. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Lilly Rose! I hope to sup with you again soon.

I went here for their Valentine's tea and thought it was ... fine? I love high tea and was definitely excited about this one but found it lacking in a few areas. 1) One of the teapots didn't pour well and spilled all over the table as the server poured my tea. He didn't even blink when it literally started sliding off the table onto my dress. I had to say "um stop you're getting my dress soaking wet with tea" and he said "oh should I bring a towel?" He really was not apologetic about pouring tea all over me or understanding that it needed to be cleaned off the table. 2) The experience was fun and the place itself is very whimsical and quirky. But the supposed Vday theme was nonexistent except for the name - nothing pink, hearts, etc. Just their normal high tea. 3) The same server brought us our check and then said "oops I brought you the wrong one" -- then did not come back with our actual check. We kept watching him bring stuff to other tables instead for about 15 minutes before we could flag him down and say we wanted the check. He said he'd be right back, then disappeared again and continued to go to other tables, still never bringing our check. We had to flag down someone else to finally get it, maybe 20-25 mins after the first wrong check was presented. So, all in all, the tea was ... fine? But for $65 a person, not necessarily the best one I've been to. I did like the salmon sandwich and the scone, though, and the tea was good. I'd just say spend your money on a better experience overall.

When I tell you a time was had, I mean exactly that. I love the ambience and the mix crowd. The music was good and the service at the bar was solid. I'll definitely go back. I love me a good speakeasy.

Amazing cocktail lounge with beautiful decor and lighting. I really enjoyed the ambiance and music, however service was a little slow but the server did mention to me that she was the only one working the night so I did understand she needed to make her rounds with other guests. Overall, It wasn't that busy considering it as Halloween weekend but there were several attendees in costume throughout the night and the lounge was decorated cute for the occasion. I really liked the vibe of Lilly Rose so I would like to come back and enjoy a different cocktail next time. Valet parking is available and was $15 for the night.

Soooooo COOL!!! Just a great atmosphere!!! Great drinks, kind service!!! Just cool place to go and hang out with people

Overall: 4.3/5 Took some friends here on a Friday night and it was packed. There was jazz music and the band was just vibing. You can see how in tune they were with the music and it was just a fun, positive atmosphere all around. The best part when they played Neyo- Because of You so you know I'll be singing along The drinks were a lot stronger & more tasty this time. Beach Bum Matty ($18): This was so tasty to sip on while jamming to the music. It's strong and tropical so it makes you feel like you're on vacation. Mezcali Mi Banana ($17): I never thought Mezcal could pair with banana but somehow it worked! The banana taste is less strong if they pour more mezcal so it was a subtle hint of banana this time around vs the first time.

This spot is an underground cocktail / whiskey lounge. It's located inside the basement of Wayfarer Hotel and the furniture and ambiance are so unique. You walk down the stairs and red candles light the way The decor makes you feel like you're inside a scene of Moulin Rouge They play live music on certain nights and offer a variety of cocktails made by their mixologists One of the things they should work on is their service. Some of staff looked depressed and never smiled. It wasn't a huge deal but would be nice to have amazing service when the vibe itself of the bar/lounge is so beautiful! @rubyynora

Me and my 2 girlfriends came here to celebrate a birthday and we had reservations. When we came they sat us down at a small table for two and said they will seat us at a larger table when available. They kept us waiting a good 20-30 minutes which was a little annoying since we did have reservations. They gave us free champagne as an apology which was really good. When we were finally seated at a larger table, our server showed us four teas to choose from and we smelled the tea leaves to help make a decision. The tea tray had a bunch of sandwiches and desserts and there were 3 portions of each so we could all have our own. The tea was emmaculate! Living my 4 year old tea party fantasy lol. All the food was amazing as well. My two standouts were the salami and arugula sandwich and the scones with jam, cream and lemon curd. I thought the place was alice in wonderland themed but it gives off more of a vintage moody haunted mansion vibe. Overall a good time if we disregard the rocky start c: parking is not easy since it's dtla. You have to park in a parking structure right next door which is not free.

My friend's birthday falls on Halloween, so she wanted a Halloween themed high tea and this was the perfect place. It's located in the basement of the Wayfarer hotel. Once that elevator door opens, it feels like you've stepped into the Mad-hatters tea room. The decor is exquisite as is the menu! We started off with hot apple cider topped with whipped cream and a scary spider and then got a yogurt/custard parfait with some fresh figs! It was so delicious! After that we were brought scones, tea and finger foods. It was an amazing experience and I think my friends and I found our high tea spot in DTLA!

I hated this place. I think they're overcharging because of the decor. The decoration and interior was the only thing I enjoyed about the place. It tries to be a whimsical speakeasy feeling but it was only memorable for one thing, the binder menu. I wish I took a picture but I was just so flabbergasted that they had the audacity to give out menus in binders! I don't understand how you can charge $20 bucks for a cocktail and provide the menus in laminated binders that you get during middle school. A nice font type on paper would've been way better but apparently we get the binders with sheet protectors. That first impression totally ruined everything. Not to mention that we had a reservation and the hostess was nowhere to be found- I don't understand the point of reservations when you're just waiting around awkwardly to see if someone will check your reservation time. Service was average, the food was terrible. I had better seasoned chicken at Chipotle. I'm NOT coming back. Maybe the rooftop patio bar is better but this was such a waste of money in every possible way. I don't mind paying for excellent food and service but the binder menu and everything about this meal was just awful.

We recently had the pleasure of visiting this hidden gem of a speakeasy, and it was an experience like no other! From the moment we walked in, we were captivated by the spooky yet cozy ambiance. The dimly lit, vintage decor, and hauntingly elegant atmosphere set the perfect tone for the afternoon tea service. Tea and drinks were absolutely outstanding. The pastries and sandwiches were Halloween themed and we got to try the beignets which were a culinary masterpiece. William's service was top-notch. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and created a warm, welcoming environment. He truly added to the overall charm of the place! If you're looking for a spooky, unique night out with great ambience, music, delicious food, and excellent service, this speakeasy is the place to be. I can't wait to return for another enchanting experience.

Great ambiance! Transported to a magical place, great cocktails and small bites. Highly recommend making reservations.

Moulin Rouge meet's DTLA. Located at the famous Wayfarer Hotel. You're blown away by their decor and ambiance as soon as the elevator doors open.Perfect lighting with vintage style furniture and nostalgic at work. The bar really stands out. Even the bartenders dress the part. Dj playing all the hits. Love how they have a vintage pinball machine and the always classic Zoltar the fortune teller. We really did enjoy our experience. Our drinks were amazing. I zipped on an old fashioned made by Matty Ice who had an awesome attitude. Honestly can't wait to go back.

Spooky vibes with great drink choices and fun staff that play into character so well loved this shot

My friends & I came here to celebrate one of their upcoming nuptials. The decor was fabulous, along with the food & tea selection. The service wasn't the best unfortunately. One of the servers knowingly coaxed us into additional services without informing us that they were not included in the typical experience. Therefore when the bill came, we were all confused by the extra charges. Thankfully, we rectified the matter however next time, they should be upfront regarding additional charges and we will gladly decide to partake or not.

Place is so pretty, drinks were good, and the manager and our waitress were great. Entertainment was even better. I loved it and will return. Maurice the singer was amazing along with the band!

Ambiance, vibe and service on point! Super cool and chill place to grab a drink (DTLA Prices, but very tasty) and relax with good music on. Live DJ!

Such an artistic place I love the whole decoration of this area. I forgot the tea I was given but it was amazing. I wish I could take it home with me. All the finger food was great. There wasn't anything I didn't like it.

Ehhh Hubby booked this cute little spot because he knows I'm mad bonkers for Alice & Wonderland It was cutely decorated with very eclectic decor and lighting is darker than most speakeasy spots We were given a menu to start off with teas wasn't sure if both people had to pick individual teas but we thought it would be a cup of tea not a whole kettle / so he brought two kettles We didn't know we were paying for a whole kettle . So imagine the price on that ? Menu could've used a bit more explanation Then out came our drinks we didn't realize the price of those cause they had tiny little numbers with price which we didn't see . I think the drinks were at least $21-$ 23 Out came the 3 tiers of snacks 2 tiers dessert and 1 tier mini sandwiches , Kevin was friendly and his service was good , he took a few of our pictures and was very heartwarming he explained to us the origins of High Tea was ( google it ) lol but the menu explanation could've been explained better , we were first timers You can find this at the basement of the wayfayer hotel on flower street . . Music was kind of all over the place didn't fit the ambience , I think even some basic jazz or acoustic music would help Long story short it's cute , but ehhhh it's a bit deceiving and I feel they're sneaky about how they stand there waiting for your response on what to order without having time to review the prices or the ingredients and notes on drinks (Oh the Pressure ) Nothing against our host he was great but maybe we can use upfront prices from the start FYI THE SANDWICHES ARE JUST CUT OUTS CIRCLES GO FOR EXPERIENCE IF YOU MUST AND BE PREPARED TO PAY plus gratuity

VICTOR!!! This review is for Victor and his incredible mixology skills. The other bartenders were also really talented, but I'm so glad we had the good fortune of coming in when Victor was bartending. My husband and I visited this speakeasy while staying a night at The Wayfarer (the rooftop drinks were also fun, specifically the LA Girl and Aquatic one with the special Tin City Gin--trust me). We lucked out at 11 pm when we came down here and it was fairly empty; Victor served us drinks based off very few context clues--I told him I like vodka and gin, and I prefer a sweet drink. He proceeded to blow my freaking mind! Coconut rum, lemon, elderflower, almond liqueur... Best drink ever. The DJ was also way too cool (ALYSEN JAMES) and played 2k hits all night which was so nostalgic and comfy. Cannot recommend this spot enough. If you're staying at the hotel, or just walking by, the B floor of the elevator (basement) will take you to an absolutely awesome place. GO!!! And Victor, thank you for making my secret 30th birthday visit a hit.

Came here for spooky afternoon tea and the entire experience was amazing and so fun! They have a really cool tea list that they go over with you and even let you smell the teas before you choose! Then they bring out a few pots with a tower of bite size foods, both savory and sweet! Everything was so tasty and the place was decorated for halloween which was super cute! overall really cool experience!

I rarely ever write reviews, but I feel like I have to because my experience here for high tea was... gross? First, let me say, the servers are very sweet and trying the best they can with what they are given, which isn't a lot. I came here with some friends as we are all big fans of high tea. If you are a fan of classic high tea, do NOT come here. This is not classic high tea. Scones? No. Crumpets? No. Good food? No. Gross food? YES. And again, let me re-iterate the staff are all so sweet, so this is not any kind of dig on them. It was more the ambience, food, cleanliness, and again food that was GROSS. To elaborate, when I got off of the elevator that led me down to the basement, I couldn't help but notice that all of the desserts and tea sandwiches were on carts off to the side, just sitting there, not refrigerated, loosely sheathed in saran wrap. How long were they out there? I'm gonna say since 1952. GROSS. Also the floor was scattered with empty booze boxes. Also I couldn't help but notice that every single table inside needed to be bussed and had old crusty plates on them. Maybe they were short staffed? I truly hope that's the case. Now let me get to the food. I'm just gonna throw in another GROSS. Thank goodness I was with friends who all have good senses of humor because the main savory parts of the plate were inedible and the desserts were, again.. gross. We were joking that they were from rite aid. Which also wasn't a joke because I'm pretty sure that's true. Tiny cupcakes. Chocolate covered marshmallows. Old cookies. I think if I closed my eyes and grabbed a bunch of junk food at cvs, this is what would have been on my plate. At least the drinks were strong which we all needed to attempt to deal with trying to kind of nibble on the food that was GROSS and again, has been sitting out since 1952. Also, in the end it was $75 per person, which is GROSS. And also felt like the "trick" in trick or treat. Like "boo bitch, we tricked you into paying for stale cookies from Albertsons."

03/04/2020 Come and meet Zoltar from the Tom Hanks movie called "BIG". Free pinball machine to the right as you step off the elevator. Check out all 29 different chandeliers (you are counting the chandeliers, aren't you). Lots of cool funky looking furniture for you to look at and sit on. I like the checkerboard table. There's a shiny little pig that you could place your drink on. The bar seating is where the magic happens. Take a seat at the bar to watch each cocktail made right in front of you. I wanted the beignets when I flipped to the food section. There are five crispy fluffy puffed pastries topped with powdered sugar. Melted chocolate and caramel sauces to dip in. The beignets are light with a nice chewy texture. That way the powdered sugar doesn't fall everywhere. This place has been opened only two weeks and often overlooked because everyone heard about the rooftop bar. The rooftop bar is sorely overrated. The fun is down in the basement. Wednesday night will feature a magician. I heard talks about burlesque so someone make that happen. Your phone will show "no service". You're welcome!

At first glance this is a beautiful and interesting space for afternoon tea. The servers and hosts are great, but that's where the charm ends. For two people it cost $130 - which was the $100 with an additional mandatory 20% for "large party fee" (again, it was just two people) and tax. The receipt then asks for an additional tip which we declined after paying the mandatory gratuity for such a horrible tea service. For this much money I'd expect at least good quality food. Unfortunately, this place really missed the mark in their food quality and here's why. After you get off the elevator, there is a not-so-hidden cart with multiple afternoon tea sets pre-made and covered in plastic.This is a problem, because many of the tower items should be prepared just before service. Some of the sandwiches have super moist toppings like the Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta. The desserts also seem to be thawed from frozen. Our tea service was in the afternoon so I speculate that these towers were prepared in advance in the morning or day before. You can expect everything to be soggy or to have lost its intended texture. A scone that is overly moist, a macaron with the texture of a whoopie pie, a super soggy choux puff with condensation on the chocolate that coats it. The savory tier was probably where the soggy mess stems from. The grilled shrimp and smoked salmon sandwiches were probably the best in terms of flavor, but again this was shadowed by the soggy piece of bread beneath them due to excessive moisture. There was also an endive with a topping (I can't recall what) and a watermelon, feta with mint kabob. Unfortunately the endive and watermelon was stale, which further evidences that these items have been prepared well in advance and left out too long. Everything could have been 100% better if the staff switched to storing the individual items properly by type and then plating the items for tea service as guests come in. A bruschetta item shouldn't have been made in advance, all of the moisture from the tomatoes seeped into the bread and probably contributed to the over condensation that these tea towers were subject to with plastic wrap. Unfortunately, this lazy service method ruins what could have been a semi worth it experience for this price point in DTLA. For $130 there were so many better options that surround The Wayfarer hotel. In fact, just 15 minutes away there is a far superior afternoon tea in Koreatown. This also had the audacity to be the most expensive meal during our trip. We had a full course meal at Otium for a little less than what we paid for here. Overall, I think this is a great place to give as a recommendation to your enemies. Its beautiful pictures, trendy vibe, and great table hosts is just the allure needed to trick anyone to endure the worst afternoon tea and pay a high price tag with a mandatory 20% gratuity fee.

Such terrible front desk at the elevator door Joanna, she was so rude and kept a long face the whole time while we were all happy to the afternoon tea for Halloween. First impression ruined our special Halloween tea time, this Joanna was such a bad staff for this place. The bar waiters, William, Kevin and Matt were all really polite and courteous but the good event we booked was ruined by that Joanna. What a shame! Don't go there unless you looking for a lousy experience.

I came here for a friends Birthday and had sooo much fun. The venue is such a vibes super cute. Music was fire and the lady that was serving our table during bottle service was sooo sweet and accommodating her name was Audra. There was so many tables she had to work but she made sure to check in!

Had the tea experience and it was amazing! This was the perfect birthday activity with friends! The different snack bites were amazing and had such variety! There could have been more tea options to improve the experience.

The ambiance, service and band was amazing! Unfortunately the food was overpriced and horrible.

Came to Lilly Rose to start off a girls night out. We did have reservations and they seated us almost immediately once we checked in. The whole experience is supposed to remind you of a speakeasy, I had no idea what to expect as this was my girl's idea to start off the night. They took us down some stairs (the basement of Wayfarer) to what appeared to me like a dead end and when our host opened the door - a full on bar! The bar is decorated very extravagant with huge chandeliers, love seats, red arm chairs, retro lamps, and white sofas. On the way to the restroom they have a cute wall-sized scrabble - which was a neat idea! They do have booths and tables - I guess it just depends on your group size? The menu is broken up between different liquors - we tried the "Tequil-ing Me Softly". It was good but a bit sweet, I was expecting more of a tequila taste. The price range for a drink is about $17-21. I know it supposed to have a speakeasy vibe (trust me it did) but it was just a tad bit too dark, I wish I could have seen more of the decor. Very cute/relaxing place to start off your night with friends or for a unique dinner date.

We went recently for spooky tea and were very disappointed to have to pay so much for an experience that paled in comparison to last year. Last year, the place was so well decorated, they had a spooky soundtrack playing and we were treated with complimentary glasses of sparkling wine. Last year we were also given special spooky tea menus and left with gift sachet's of the teas we enjoyed. This year unfortunately was lacking all those elements that made our last experience so enjoyable. The Lily Rose was only decorated with cobwebs and the Zoltar, while masked as a devil wolf, was not dispensing cards. The staff were nice but rushed and when I asked if they could change the music to the spooky playlist from last year, they said they didn't have control over it. I can understand not being offered complimentary sparkling wine, but we were not presented with spooky tea menus nor the gift sachet's of tea at the end which was such a nice touch last time. At night, this place is a nice cozy bar which is why I'm giving it 3 instead of 2 stars. I am sad to say though, I can no longer recommend the Lily Rose for their spooky tea.

We absolutely love this place! The evening jazz and speak easy bar are so cool for a date and the afternoon tea that we did for my daughter's bday was truly special--a family favorite. Such a unique place!!

Visited the Lilly rose around Halloween for their Spooky Tea event, which included two unique teas and a tray of delectable treats and sweets! The atmosphere was laid-back, the decoration looked very cool, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I will highly recommend visiting if you are around the area!

Located in the basement of the Wayfarer Hotel. We had reservations made ahead of time and were led through stairs into the basement upon arrival at the hotel. It was pretty dark to set some chill/relaxed ambience. The music was alright. My group was seated at a couch and other groups were spread all around at the own secluded area. The drinks averaged $20. My friends and I stayed pst closing after meeting a group of people and chatted till they shoo'd us out but we were there about 15 mins past closing. But the staff and service was cey friendly!

We were trying to head up to the bar up at the rooftop but they were fully booked with reservations for the whole night so we were recommended this bar down below at the Wayfarer Hotel which was a pleasant surprise. The elevator was broken so they have you go down the stairs. I kind of liked it because it felt like we were going to a secret bar like a speakeasy. We were there pretty early for a Thursday since we had just finished dinner at the Perch and no one was there yet. When you step in it smells like horchata or churros for some reason. It smelled great but couldn't figure out what it was. I love the dark dim lighting and all the decor. Seems like it was going for a 1920s underground lounge that was playing some pretty upbeat 20s music. So you sit anywhere you like and the bartender will come to you to take your order. There's a QR code you can scan for the menu. Oh yeah, there's no service down there so you will have to use their WIFI (lily rose / wayfarer2020). Each liquor section has their own recommended cocktails that reminisce the early 1900s. I gave the bees knees a try which was very refreshing. I loved the details on their glassware which was very 1920s. I saw that someone ordered a tiki looking drink that was lit on fire so I had to have that. It was a Mezcal cocktail that was actually my favorite for the night. They also have a food menu that we didn't get to dabble in so we will just have to try it next time. Our bartender was nice but I wish he was a little more aware or attentive to us and other guests. Maybe it's too dark so he can't see anyone trying to wave him down? He would dart to a table to clean it or deliver drinks but never scanned the whole room as he passed. Other than that we were pleasantly surprised to find this place and will definitely come back. There's a Joe's parking lot not too far for parking.

On May 12th, I booked a reservation for May 21st at 8pm. It's my Girlfriends Birthday and she has really been wanting to try this place, so we booked a hotel near it after I made the reservation since we have to travel to LA . Today May 20th, I get an email that says my reservation is cancelled "due to a private party." If a private party was booked then that date should have been blocked. This is by far the worst guest service. If you call the number, it's just a busy signal. If you email, they don't respond. Best to find somewhere who cares about their guests.

My friend recommended this place for the music and ambiance and I was disappointed with a couple of things. 1.service was awful, we practically had to beg them to take our order and money for the food and drinks After our dinning experience we asked for our receipt and was shocked to see a 20% tip fee and a ten dollar entertainment fee. The hostess , Waitress and manage never stated that there was a fee. Surprise , surprise we never be back to this place because this was not disclosed up front upon entrance.. I spoke to the manger who had no explanation as to why this happened. I will not be back, although the band was great!

Came with a group of 3 which they were kind enough to expand to 6 last minute. My gripe with the place is that it's pretty dead the last two times I've been. The menu is cute and extensive, felt like the drinks were very sugary. The service was a little slow but the waitress was a sweetheart. They have this side table that is a tree stump with a hole in the middle of it. My friend didn't realize, and set her cocktail and it coincidentally fell into the hole inside the side table. The glassware shattered and a huge mess was made. We felt embarrassed, but the waitress was kind enough to give my friend a new drink and comp the bill for two drinks as the service was slow as well. Would return if you're looking for a very calm place to wind down the night and don't mind more mixed drinks.

I was here last Saturday and it was horrible. The bartender was extremely rude. We asked what wines they had and he just shrugged, rolled his eyes, and said, "like, a pinot..." and pointed behind him to the bottles, which we could not read considering it was so dark in there and they were far away on the back counter, thus asking in the first place. All of the drinks are overpriced but I guess that's to be expected in a hotel basement bar. There was a DJ playing, and the music was absurdly loud. Just bad vibes all around.

Nice ambience. Sexy. Live music. Other than that, experience wasn't great. Walked in. No hostess to great for a few minutes. Not horribly bad, but not a great start. Got seated. Ordered drink. Ok I guess for LA $17. Ordered osso bucco. Waited a bit and waiter comes back and says we're out of pork. Ordered 3 tacos. Didn't count how long it took, but it went past the point of "it shouldn't take this long for this few people here." Tacos arrived on small wood platter. Tasted ok. This is definitely an after dinner place. Don't waste your time here for dinner. We're sharing the tacos, but no plates, napkins, or utensils were brought. I guess I can wipe my hands on all these plush pillows and velvet booths. Nice comfy seating though so "A" for environment. Not coming back ever (fortunately).

update: you need to make reservations for the high tea at least 24 hours in advance. the speakeasy opens at 7pm and does not require reservations. this and the previous review are for the casual high tea. today was our second visit. i forgot to mention how lovely the music is. it's like chill pop and sets a very soothing and relaxed atmosphere. Kevin was there again and provided excellent service. Going here inspired us to try and have our own high tea back where we live just at home. Previous Review June 30th, 2022 me and my gf went here for tea on a Thursday. It was empty because it was a weird time. Kevin the manager was really nice and personable. We had a lovely time learning about high tea and eating tiny foods. Me and my gf loved loved loved the berries and cream. The tea was delicious (we got the black loose leaf tea). We both loved the little salmon treats and my gf loved the shrimp and prosciutto one. The atmosphere was lovely, the service was excellent, and the tea and food were tasty. Highly recommend we liked it so much we made second reservation for a few days later because we are only visiting la.

The atmosphere is well thought out! Beautiful fully stocked bar, great lighting, comfortable relaxed seating, like you're visiting a friend! Brian the bartender was fast, courteous, professional! He immediately brought cold water pin a mug of sorts, poured in classy glasses, and took out drink order. They were spot on! (5 of us) We waited awhile before ordering due to our drink order... great meal! Great desert! Great service! Highly recommended!!!!!

Tea time with Kevin was amazing!! I love the ambiance of the place and Kevin was so welcoming and knowledgable and made us feel at home. I've been to a lot of high teas but they're always too stuffy. Loved this experience! I didnt love the cupcakes but everything else was so tasty. THANKS KEVIN!

Wow the worst food I've ever had-- and it was over $75 a person. Everything was pumpkin spice flavored and seemed like it was bought in bulk from a grocery store. The concha smelled like old bread that I would never eat. The decor was kind of cute but the lighting was off. Don't go!

Had a great time at this very cool speakeasy club. Loved the decor and vibe! They had a wonderful band, especially loved the piano man! Tasty drinks and great service!! I highly recommend this cool spot for an evening of good music

Hidden gem of the city! Located in the basement of the Mayfarer Hotel, very private yet friendly. Very charming deco and good environment, plus great drinks with very romantic ambiance!

This place is in the basement of the Wayfarer Hotel on flower downtown. Teahouse by day and 7pm onward a "speakeasy". It's a bar people. It's a thematic bar honoring Maud Stevens Wagner, who was an American circus performer. She was the first known female tattoo artist in the United States. Upon arrival the host said we had the table for 90 minutes. Although we stayed later and it wasn't packed and we never saw her again. The plastic binders with the food and drink menu are meant to represent a modern tattoo parlor when you flip through a tattoo artist portfolio. The house drink list has ridiculous names, but also classic drinks in the back. Drinks were around 20.00 and we got some tacos too. The food was typical bar food, both overpriced for what it is. The place smells of sugar or cotton candy It's quite overpowering. The decor it setup with little clusters of Victorian furniture to create a private cozy vibe. Dimly lit Glass chandeliers overhead, a Zoltar game and a pinball machine, you get the picture. A band started to set up in the corner around 8:30 and played around 9:45. The singer had a great voice, but she was barely heard over the drummer, keyboardist and the guitarist. They all seemed to be trying to play the loudest to be be heard over each other, rather than playing together. Good musicians, but everyone seemed to be fighting to be in the spot like. It was too bad. The crowd was very eclectic. Seems like a tourist spot honestly. It's trying way to hard and seemed like a Disney themed attraction ride/ bar if that makes sense. Lots of great places in LA, my advice is skip this one.