Queen Mary Tea Room & Restaurant

Loved our visit here! They really gave us the full afternoon tea experience, including three courses and a tea of our choice. They were accommodating to my allergy requests as well. The food was amazing, the staff were lovely, and the building set the perfect ambiance. If you have the funds, I would recommend this experience.

We made reservations for tea on a weekday. Highly recommend weekdays. It is not as crowded. There is street parking available only. We ordered the tea service for 3 people. It's very quaint in the dining room. Decorated in a rich victorian style. Reservations are recommended. The scones were lovely with the chantilly cream. All the small sandwich bites were delicious and fresh. We each had our own choice of a pot tea. Accompanied milk options or almond milk available. They start you off with a trio of sorbet and butter tea cookie before the three tier of sandwiches come out to the table. This is a great treat for birthdays, meeting a friend or treating a loved one to lunch or high tea. The bathrooms are small water closets. It can be a tight squeeze for those who are tall or handicap. Friendly service and relaxing environment!

It's definitely a fancy (and pricey) way to enjoy a cup of tea. I really like the cozy and charming atmosphere, it feels like a step back in time. The food is just okay, but the experience makes up for it. One of my daughters loves this place, so it’s become a special spot for us. I especially enjoy the colorful sugar, they add a fun touch to the tea time!

I have been wanting to visit an English tea house for a while and finally pulled the trigger on this place. Rather than booking online for a same day appointment, I decided to call to make sure they had availability. To my surprise, they had an opening that day for a limited time, but it was perfect for our schedule that day. We ended up arriving early and they offered to seat us at the best table in the house! Everything came out promptly and was surprisingly delicious. I was skeptical that there wouldn't be enough food for the two of us or that the food would be bland, but quite the opposite! There was so much flavor in each bite and everything was well balanced. We added the jam and the lemon curd (both for an extra charge and upgraded to the Royal tea for a little bubbly. The tea choices were also really good and we each had a pot to ourselves. This place is pricey, but most are and this, to me, was worth it. We were able to find parking right in front of the restaurant (limited to 2 hours). I will definitely be going back!

The place is beautiful. Very cosy, wonderful furnishings, many interesting antique tea cups and saucers on display. The personnel is very nice. One thing that I did not like/understand is the following: there is bottomless tea service. You can order a kettle with one type of tea and order a second one with another type of tea. So, if you are ordering a new tea, they will bring you that tea in a fresh kettle. If you are ordering the same tea/second kettle, they want you to use the same tea bag. Does not make sense since they are giving you a fresh kettle with a fresh tea bag if you order a second kettle with a different tea (included in the price). Do I recommend this place? Yes.

It was such a special and extraordinary treat to spend an afternoon with my best friends at the Tea Room. Walking in, I felt like I was taken to another place and immediately was overcome by how cute and sweet everything was! The staff were so friendly and warm, the food was delicious, and I had the Blackberry Sage Tea which was amazing. I highly recommend getting the tower so you can have the full experience!!! 10/10 would come again!

I am writing to provide feedback on my recent dining experience at Queen Mary Tea Room. While I was initially looking forward to celebrating the start of my birthday month at your tea room, my overall impression was unfortunately mixed. The exceptional service provided by my server, Kristen, significantly enhanced my visit. Her kindness, attentiveness, and helpfulness were truly commendable, and I would highly recommend her to any potential guest. The quality of the tea and food itself was also excellent. However, there were several aspects of my experience that fell short of expectations. I had made a reservation and arrived promptly, yet I observed another party, arriving after me, receive service before I did. I believe there may have been a lapse in service due to staff being occupied elsewhere. While this was frustrating, I would like to emphasize again the excellent service that Kristen provided. Additionally, given that I was celebrating my birthday month, I felt the table décor could have been more celebratory. A few additional floral arrangements would have enhanced the festive ambiance. Finally, considering the cost of the meal, I felt the overall value could have been improved. Despite these shortcomings, I would recommend Queen Mary Tea Room to others, particularly members of underrepresented communities, while suggesting that guests manage their expectations accordingly. I hope this feedback is helpful in improving your service and guest experience.

We had a traditional afternoon tea at the Tea Room, which is across the street from the Emporium. We came for my birthday, and it was amazing. The food and tea are absolutely delicious. We had Assam Mangalam Estate Black Tea, Highland Breakfast Black Tea, and Blueberry Sage Oolong Tea. All were very good. We came with our daughter, who's 9, and she absolutely loved the cotton candy on her chocolate cake. It was her very favorite part. We appreciated that she had very own little tier full of foods she would actually eat and not feel left out. My husband and I loved all of our options, but the QM smoked salmon mousse on rye is our favorite! It was perfection! We positively loved it here. Everyone is so nice and friendly. The waitress really took the time to explain the menu and even gave us a tour of our 3 tier stand. We loved that they went around with samples of tea that I personally would have never ordered. I was pleasantly surprised at how wonderful they were! I'm more of a black tea person, so trying herbals was really nice. Overall, we had an amazing experience, and the food is perfect.

I love a proper team time, and I am so happy to have finally visited Queen Mary Tea Room. My husband and I went on Friday before Christmas and had an absolute blast. The interior looked like Christmas threw up in it in the best way possible. The room was cozy, festive, and truly set me up to feel the Christmas spirit. The service was fabulous; we showed up without a reservation, and they were able to accommodate us. I don't recommend this, I think we got very lucky. All the staff we interacted along the way was friendly and helpful. We had the full tea service, and left absolutely satiated and with a container of leftovers + an extra dessert. Each service order comes with a pot of tea, so if everyone in your party orders afternoon tea, each person gets their own flavor. My favorites include the sausage roll, chicken curry sandwich, cucumber sandwiches, and the most flavorful and sweet strawberries and blueberries. I cannot wait to go back!

The star of this review is the customer experience-- from the moment I walked in until the door closed behind me when I left, the staff was welcoming and friendly the entire time. There was enthusiasm for making it a memorable experience and meeting our needs that really stood out. The overall experience was lovely and if you'd like a traditional tea experience, you can't go wrong.

I really enjoyed this place. My daughter took me here for Mothers Day. I loved the ambiance coming in. Very girly and fancy. They had me wear a tiaria when I came in. Loved the atmosphere right off the bat. We sat in a beautiful decorative table. Lots of nice decorations around. I could have just sat here, soaking in the ambiance for my whole stay. We got the high tea. Delicious array of sandwiches, pastries and fruit. Tea was excellent. Loved the whole concept of a tea room. Lots of excellent products to purchase in their store. Bought some of their excellent tea. Have a fond memory of coming here with my daughter, good food and a wonderful experience. Love the creativity of the sandwiches and pastries. I have a good friend from England and I am planning to take her here when she visits. The whole tea time experience is something we do not have here. What a lovely chance to experience it here in Seattle.

I was there during the winter holiday season 2024, and the decor and atmosphere were wonderful. The size of the place is small and felt a little cramped, but quaint. We had the afternoon tea. I loved the sausage roll, scone, quiche and spice bread. The fruit, sandwiches and chocolate cake was just ok. The tea (extensive tea selections) was amazing. Large quantity, bold taste and very hot. I also had lemon curd added on, and it was delicious. The service was excellent. This is the kind of place you take visitors or your mom or your friend for a memorable afternoon tea experience. One issue though is the parking, which is all street parking. Difficult for ADA- you need to drop them off first, then go park. I would return. Recommend! I also went to the partner store down the street and bought some tea for home. Delicious. The store itself is a visual delight to browse through for tea enthusiasts.

The afternoon tea service at Queen Mary is one of my go-tos in Seattle. It's consistently tasty and high quality, and competitively priced for afternoon tea. The decor here is very English, with a lot of florals and dark wood. It's very quaint and charming. The tea emporium across the street had all of the Queen Mary teas that you can buy to enjoy at home.

Enjoyed having this high tea experience in Seattle! Absolutely loved the coconut oolong I had during my afternoon tea experience. For the afternoon tea, you get a pot of tea (they have a huge list!) and an assortment of small bites and sweets. The cucumber sandwich or the salmon mousse were probably my favorite things. The food was okay for the most part and you'll definitely have left overs, even if you come on an empty stomach! You have to make a reservation a few weeks in advance. My friend and I were in a corner so sometimes it took a while for the waiters to come to us. The decor was cute and on theme with tea. They were walking around giving samples of some teas which was nice to try more than one tea. It's a bit pricey for what you get but a fun experience to splurge on at least once

Booked this experience knowing we were going to be visiting Seattle for my boyfriend's birthday. Hands down one of the best tea rooms we have ever been to. The ambiance and how everyone got all dressed up to have high tea. To the wonderful service that Adriana provided us. She was helpful in making changes due to our coconut allergy, knew when to come around and ask if we needed anything, and overall kind!! She was fairly knowledgeable on tea's and recommendations. Can't stop raving about this place! Highly recommend giving them a shot! Definitely a place we will return on our next adventure to Seattle.

Came I here to celebrate my friends birthday. It's a beautiful place for traditional afternoon tea. The ambience and details are gorgeous. You get your own tea pot with your choice of tea and a 3 tier tower of finger foods. The customer service was great. The biggest problem was the food was very average except for their carrot soup which was very good but came in a tiny shot glass. We had rotten black berries with our 2nd tower that had misc fruit. There is only street parking which can be difficult because it's a busy street. You have to put your credit card info down to make a reservation. It cost $60 per person for some rotten fruit, small positions of mediocre food, shot glass soup was great and the tea wasn't bad but it's literally tea, you can't really mess that up. I remind myself that I am paying for the experience. But for $60 per person, I expect the food to be amazing.

NOTE: Reservations are required! Plan ahead by at least two to three weeks. Due to limited seating, each party will receive 90 minutes. Ambience - 5/5!! Adorable brunch spot to visit with a girl and have and spill tea The attention to detail in the ambiance is astounding; Everthing including bathroom exuded a British atmosphere. I loved the plates and cups they use to serve food and tea. Food 3/5 - Had Veggie Garden with fruits. The food was bland overall, even though the fruits were fresh. Tea - 5/5 - A variety of options based on light, medium, dark, or decaf blends Service - 5/5 - Very professional, helpful and provides frequent check-ins Definitely suggest going once.

Best afternoon tea ever! I am a fan of tea parties and have tried multiple tea parties, however this is the best one!!! The food was delicious. I was able to replace some of the sweet items with more sandwiches as I was not in a mood for too much sweet. My favorite was the Christmas cookies tea (holiday special menu). It is the best tea I ever had! Our server was very nice. Very courteous. She was good at what she does. The ambience was beautiful, so christmasy. Honestly, the bathroom was beautifully decorated as well :D

Came here with as a group of four for brunch on the weekend - very peculiar that they had different prices for food on weekend vs weekday. We all opted for different dishes - I ordered the two eggs, potatoes, and fruit brunch. $22 dollars for a very alright breakfast fare without any protein besides the two eggs. Seemed steep for what I got but I suppose I'm paying for the experience as well. The teapot you get is $11 and it is quite a bit of tea to get through. This price wasn't noted anywhere on the menu which was interesting. One of the waitresses was extremely lovely and pleasant and very attentive. The other waitress was the polar opposite - almost like our existence were an inconvenience to her... I hope she was just having an off day. Overall, might be worth a trek if you're into having some high tea with England tea house kitsch but I wouldn't necessarily go out of your way given the mixed service, very overpriced food, and a bathroom that wasn't well-kept.

Good food and tea. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a fun experience And this is just filler since Yelp won't let me post

Such a cute spot for a girls brunch or event! Everything was so cute and the food was really good. I got the afternoon tea and they were able to adjust for a friend that is vegetarian and another friend who doesn't eat pork. Really great and attentive service. Would recommend!

I loved the ambiance and the professionalism of the staff .... We were greeted in the friendliest way .... I will be back

Don't get this confused from their Tea store! This one is the Tea Room- the dining area. It's a cute, small restaurant. A little bit smaller than I expected, but it's perfect enough for tea time for three. Tea was exceptional. I got the creamy early grey. I highly recommend it, especially if you're not too much of a tea drinker! We got the Afternoon Tea platter. It comes with sorbet TO START! We were shocked it wasn't given at the end; it would've been a good "palate cleanser." The entire Afternoon Tea experience, at first it didn't look worth the price, but we were sooo full and had leftovers! Our favorite was the savory pastries. Only downside of this place is the size of the dining area and the stinky bathrooms! Otherwise, it does a cute job for literally what it's meant for-- afternoon tea. :)

This is a tea room steeped in the British tradition. As such, it's a unique dining experience and very fun. If you're into high tea; this is your jam. If not, keep an open mind. The entrance and decor set the tone and the mood, and the place was packed. It's easy to see why reservations are a necessity. The interior was decorated with tremendous attention to detail and the place was spotlessly clean. Our server was cheery and informed, walking us through the extensive menu and the specials. The list and variety of teas is impressive; definitely something for every taste. We had the Holiday Afternoon Tea for two; a triple plate tower of sandwiches, pastries, fruit and desserts. Think finger food with a lot of flavor and very well done. I was very pleasantly surprised. The quality of the food was great and we had enough for take home bags for both of us. During the tea, servers came around with samples of other teas they were introducing which was a nice touch in addition to the pot of teas we had each ordered. I had the Mango Passionfruit. Our server placed hourglass timers on our table to enable us to steep our teas to the strength we desired. The table setting itself was tasteful and well done. The owner stopped by each table to asking diners if everything was to their liking. Nice. The full list of teas and desserts is reason to return. Their gift shop is across the street. If you do go, make a reservation for lunch or afternoon tea and plan to purchase afterward.

The ambiance, service and food are all superb!! Small but beautiful restaurant. You will feel wonderful when you leave .

Lovely experience! Great decor and ambiance! Good food and service. The tea room is a fun experience to have at least once! I personally would not go more than that. The decor and ambiance I think is what makes it so special. Service was accommodating and helpful but not memorable. Food was ok. Just like the service I don't think the food was notable. Good but not worth a reservation weeks in advance. Pro: pretty colorful sugar, samples of different teas during our visit, parking was easy (on a Saturday)!

I've had this place bookmarked for years! I've only done afternoon tea once when I first moved to California when I was 19 & was so excited to find one in Seattle. Finally, I found a friend mutually interested in trying afternoon tea out with me so she made the reservation & we finally came in today. First off, it's really crowded/cramped so be prepared for that if your claustrophobic like I am. Also, don't mistake the tea shop / gift shop as the actual restaurant because that's what I did. The super flowery building is the shop & the blue awning / sign is the actual restaurant. Second, my friend was running a few minutes late so I got to sit & observe first. I saw the servers explain to other tables what afternoon tea is all about, etc. When my friend came, we weren't even given a proper introduction to how the experience works. We ordered a pot of Royal Rose tea... looked at the ONE afternoon tea course/set... I was all for the pastries but the savory was not to my liking. When I sat down I also noticed the bowl of sugar was not covered properly. I mean COVID still exists but not only that, I notice this place is "kid-friendly" & I can't begin to imagine... how many unsupervised kids might be putting their fingers into the sugar bowl because it is enticing to look at being all pink, sparkly, & tempting to touch if I were a kid. It may be my fault I didn't research the menu before coming but I really dislike goat cheese & cucumbers. There's no substitutions & again, no alternative courses. So we looked at the lunch menu... everything was meat-based, I personally do not eat meat... so my two options included a $30 veggie sandwich or a $24 meatless salad. We then asked if there was a separate menu for just pastries, our server brings us a metal tray with some desserts tacked onto it & after spending about 10 minutes waiting for our server to finally come back, we made our decisions & then she reluctantly lets us know... that because we made a RESERVATION, we had to order the afternoon tea OR a lunch item [each]. Is that ridiculous? Or is it just me? Again, my friend mentioned when she made the reservation, no where did it state for her saying that by making a reservation we have to commit to ordering a the afternoon tea set or entree. So we just let out a huge sigh, she ordered the soup & salad, I ordered a salad... I can't believe how much we were spending on some greens. Also, the server thought we STILL wanted the pastries... after our salads so I just wanted to double check, I told her after she dropped off our entrees, "just so we are clear, we are going to pass on the pastries we ordered prior to our entrees" ... her friendly attitude immediately turned sour & acted rudely after. The server didn't visit us again after... our "meals" were dropped off on our table... my friend had to go so we ended up walking up to the front to close out our checks... standing awkwardly. As first timers, this gave me the impression that they are just trying to rack up our tabs & try to squeeze all the dollars out of us. All of their entrees are $28-30... I don't even know what the portions are like but that's just ridiculous. They really need more vegan options as well. Not everyone is "vegetarian". Fun fact, I'm also allergic to cherry tomatoes, apples, & other fruits... my salad had cherry tomatoes. Too bad the menu doesn't explain what is in their "seasonal" green salad while my friend's salad came with apples. This whole experience was extremely disappointing despite all the 5 star reviews this place has on Yelp.

The high tea experience at Queen Mary Tea Room in Washington was nothing short of magical! From the moment we stepped inside, we were transported to a charming and elegant world of Victorian-era ambiance. The decor was exquisite, with delicate teacups, vintage furnishings, and beautiful floral arrangements that added to the overall charm. The tea selection was extensive and featured a delightful variety of flavors. The teas were expertly brewed and served with great care by the friendly and attentive staff. We particularly enjoyed the Queen's Blend and Lavender Earl Grey, which were simply divine. The tiered trays of delectable treats were a feast for the eyes and the palate. From perfectly crustless finger sandwiches to scones that melted in our mouths, each bite was a taste of heaven. The selection of pastries and desserts was impressive, and we couldn't resist indulging in each one. The attention to detail and the thoughtfulness of the Queen Mary team truly shone through in every aspect of the experience. The staff took the time to explain the various teas and delicacies, making us feel like cherished guests. The Queen Mary Tea Room is not just a place to have tea; it's an enchanting journey back in time. We left feeling pampered, relaxed, and with memories to cherish for a lifetime. If you're looking for a delightful high tea experience in Washington, look no further than Queen Mary Tea Room. It's an absolute gem and deserves all the stars!

This was a really cool experience! We came for the afternoon tea and I highly recommend a reservation. The afternoon tea does have options for dietary restrictions including for vegetarian and gluten free. The veggie options were pretty good - they mainly subbed out salmon toast for a hummus toast cracker, a sausage pastry for a mushroom one, and the chicken sandwich for an apple sandwich. My partner didn't actually like his chicken sandwich either. I loved the cucumber sandwiches, sorbet, and tea. I also liked the fresh fruit and mini pastries and scones. The tomato soup was honestly some of the best we have ever had so I'd probably just order a whole bowl of it. Overall I'd probably do afternoon tea again for a special occasion but I'd love to try their brunch or lunch. The service was superb and they were very attentive. I watched them handle tables full of children and people who tried to argue about the menu times (it says on your reservation what time what menus are available and that everyone must order a meal) with poise too. The ambiance was really interesting - kind of frilly and kitschy in the way I'd expect a British auntie's house to be, so very on brand and immersive. Definitely recommend checking it out and also stopping by their emporium shop down the block for some tea.

When your only complaint is that you can't eat all the food, is it really a complaint? Queen Mary has put together quite an afternoon tea treat. Even when we recently had to add a member to our party, they graciously figured out a way to do and make our experience delightful. A suggestion for future menus: perhaps a few more savory items on the children's tea and a few less sweets

There's nothing quite like an afternoon high tea to make one feel like a full fledged class act trophy wife. So obviously two of my work besties and I managed to all get a Friday off, put on our finest pearls and hats, and have ourselves some fancy tea. My friend has been telling us about it, and supplying me with Queen May tea as gifts the past couple of years to build suspense. Finally we all managed a Friday off and made a reservation. It can be a tad difficult to find as maps usually takes you to their shop down the street, but the tea room is a block up on the other side of the street. The room is decked to the brim overflowing with china and elegant finishings to make you feel as smug as the Dowager Countess herself. We were seated quickly and the server got right to the point of giving us a rundown of what was to follow. We each ordered a pot of tea..ermg there was SO MUCH TEA to choose from. And then began to enjoy our danties. I was quite surprised at not only how delicious everything was, but how easy it was to get gluten free substitutes and how much food was included. I was fit to be rolled out the door pearls n all by the time we finished and had a glorious time in the shop afterwards. Can't wait to bring other fellow tea obsessed friends to this place next year.

An absolute delight every time I've been! They do beautiful seasonal decor and offer a coordinated seasonal bubbly cocktail, so it's definitely worth it to go during different times of year. Even the bathrooms are cute and stylish! There are no steps entering the dining space, so a small wheelchair or a walker would probably be able to navigate the entrance, but the dining floor is small the bathrooms are very cramped so those with mobility aids would likely not find the space to be accessible. The food and tea are always delicious. The tea service is plenty of food for two and perfect for sharing since there are two of each item. And everything except the soup travels well, so easy to box up and take with you. Periodically the waiters will often bring around samples of other tea flavors for you to taste. This is truly the cutest place for breakfast or lunch that I've found in Seattle so far. It's always a treat, and I love bringing folks from out of town. I recently took my best friend and she commented on how much tastier the food was here than any other traditional tea room she has visited on the East Coast.

Delicious food! My friends had the high tea and said each of the comestibles was delicious. I had the leek and bacon quiche, and that was savory, moist, and delicious. I also had crumpets on the side, and wow, their marmalade is really good! We had the honor of being there while Mary herself was checking tables and making sure people had what they needed. She's so welcoming and charming! The whole place is charming, warm, and welcoming! We got to enjoy the Valentines theme, and we're gonna go back to see the place decked out with rabbits for Easter. :) This is my favorite part--the noise level and lack of allergens. I have allergies to dust, but my nose stayed clear the whole time, despite there being so many textiles, even on the walls. And it was such a pleasure to my ears NOT to be in a restaurant with bare, reverberating walls. The place was packed, but we could hear each other speak easily without raising our voices, and I didn't leave with ringing ears.

Overall really enjoyed the experience. Highlights are: huge tea selection (even offering seasonal flavors that they give you samples to try), thoughtful decor and table settings, informative and interactive hostess describing their tea offerings in detail, and flavorful offerings for high tea. The only thing is that the table space was very small and there were a lot of people crammed into one space so it can be noisy and cramped.

We celebrated my birthday at Queen Mary Tea Room, and it did not disappoint. Let me say, Seattle is LUCKY to have such a tea room like this one available, and I hope as a city/public we should cherish this spot. This is the oldest tea room in the USA! Please protect her at all costs. The service was amazing, the tea was fantastic, and the food, o m g, was SO good. As someone who loves to do afternoon tea, Queen Mary Tea Room is a top notch location that brings character and charm, and truly delivered a wonderful experience for us. DISCLAIMER!!!: If you have never done afternoon tea, please research before you make reservations. It's a tray of food with your choice of tea for about $60 pp. If you're making reservations, please note that this place is tiny, and this business depends on reservations for people who are coming here to actually dine. On their website it specifically states: Reservations are accepted for full meals only (Brunch, Lunch, Formal Afternoon Tea). You can try and walk in, and they will sit you if there is availability. At the end of the day this is a business, and I find it really crummy there are reviews from people on Yelp, that wanted to come here for the tea experience, but didn't want to pay for it.

This is such a cute little place! Originally, it was just going to be me and my two girlfriends but two of our partners wanted to join, so we had to guys for the Afternoon Tea. The interior decor is unabashedly and undeniably British, so it sets the right tone right when you walk in. It was very packed yesterday and it was a little hard to get in and to get to our table. I think for bars and maybe some restaurants, that's ok. But for Afternoon Tea, I felt so congested and slightly claustrophobic coz the tables were so packed, the whole place was packed, it was loud and I couldn't really hear myself half the time. The service was very slow. This could be because they're just so busy and short staffed. But I took 20-30 minutes before someone got to our table to get our orders. They didn't really check in on us either. Now, onto the food. It was a hit or miss, and mostly misses. The chicken sandwich and the bite-size quiche were good, but not stellar by any means. Some of the pastries were not bad, but the others were bland at best. The fruits look like they've been out for a while so I didn't even want to touch them. The best part about the place was the tea, which is good for a tea place! I got the Black Currant; my friends got the Mango Passion Fruit (my fave), coconut, toasted rice, and one other tea that I already forgot. They also sell teacup sets and some other souvenirs. I think it's not a bad place but I don't really care much about going back.

Very cute place to visit. Prices for meals are a little high, but everything was delicious. Attentive wait staff, good customer service, and loved all the decor. Everyone gets their own tea cup and a pot of tea. It was a lovely brunch, and next time I visit, hoping to splurge for the afternoon tea experience. Oh yeah, and for those who can't finish their pot of tea like me, getting a to-go cup at the end was great.

Tea rooms have a special meaning to me since I got engaged at one and I can't believe I have never been to this one in Seattle. As soon as I walked in it was very inviting, very quaint & very nice. It is cramp quarters in there with the seating, but everything else was divine. There was four of us so we all decided to get the afternoon tea special and it wasn't cheap. It was $72 each. I think the arrangement was more sweet and it was a little over-the-top with the sweetness but it was just ok. If I go back I wouldn't order this again but would order just a main dish. Need to experience once. The service and ambience was great. I just think it was overpriced for what you get. The tea was delicious. I felt rushed when ordering, so of course I just got my regular tea of choice. There was just so many to choose from on the tea menu, it was overwhelming. We got a couple of samples of tea while seated so that was a bonus. Very festive to have our girlfriends to get together for three holidays. I would definitely go back!

Whimsical afternoon tea in a lovely tea room, beautifully decorated. Outstanding tea selection (largest of any afternoon tea services in Seattle) with friendly, knowledgeable service. Tea selection 9/10, food 7.5/10, ambiance 9/10, service 9/10. As an opening to the afternoon tea experience, a fruit sorbet trio with a delightfully rich shortbread (perfect with tea!) is served - we enjoyed the trio of spiced pear, cranberry and boysenberry sorbets, with the spiced pear being simply incredible. A freshly baked, warm cranberry orange scone is served with Chantilly cream; jam and marmalade available upon request. Lemon curd available for $5. Afternoon tea desserts comprised of iced gingerbread, pecan bar, snickerdoodle (the perfect bite of chewy happiness!), cherry chocolate brownie. Fresh fruit was beautifully fresh, sliced and plated. For afternoon tea, would somewhat prefer individually handmade desserts rather than bar desserts. Tea sandwiches leave something to be desired, we loved the savory tomato basil soup which accompanied the sandwiches. Of the savory tier, the roasted vegetable quiche and sausage roll were outstanding, while the rest were rather forgettable (English cucumber with mint butter, chicken almond with mustard butter, smoked salmon mousse on rye). Reservations strongly recommended, as afternoon tea is quite popular and the tea room is quite cozy, frequently full. Afternoon tea is fairly priced at $58 per person on weekdays, $68 on weekends. The tea room is open Wednesday-Sunday 9am-4pm. Strongly recommend the Queen Mary Tea Room Gift Shop just down the street for a beautifully curated tea shop, filled with thoughtful gifts!

We discovered Queen Mary with our Irish mother, who attended Holy Names Academy with the "Queen". Mom, who was in her '70's, was thrilled to see her former classmate, and at an authentic tearoom at that! Unfortunately, Mom is gone now, but my sisters and I have made high tea at Queen Mary an annual Christmas-time tradition with our daughters, in honor of Mom and Granny. The decor, food and service are all excellent and we look forward to getting together for our tea every year.

rst we came a day earlier so they were nice enough to fit us in as we walked in. The host was super nice and sweet. So I would give her 5 stars. As soon as we walked in we got hit with a smell like unpleasant smell not sure if it was the mix of the spices or the kitchen or the curtains or just the smell of the place. The place is so overcrowded like it's uncomfortable how close you are to others. Bathrooms were so small and need attention cleaning it as the trash with overflowing. We got the order in and honestly for how much we paid that was way too little amount of food. The waiter who brought my food didn't even know what's on the tray and told me u have read the menu right? So you should know what's in it. The sugar was sitting at the table uncovered with the spoon stuck inside it. I was very scared to touch the sugar just so I don't get sick. I should have started my review that it's my first time ever coming to this place but I have been to so many afternoon tea's around the world. So I have had amazing experiences and I had okay and I had bad ones. This one was an okay. As the food tasted good. The tea wasn't something to die for.

Note: parking can be difficult so give yourself a few minutes extra prior to your reservation. We got lucky and found street parking right around the corner, but I think that was probably a fluke. Let's start with a bit of an elephant in the room. I collect menus and forgot to get one so I went to their website to see if there was one to download. There was and I discovered that the stated price for high tea was 30+ dollars less than what we paid. The cost for us was $70(ish) dollars per person and, honestly, not worth it. The amount on the website menu was more around the $45 mark and seemed more reasonable, but still a treat. The shop is jam packed with lots of lovely decor and items for sale that made us feel as if we had been transported to another time. We jokingly began to speak to each other in rather refined terms; having fun with it, which made the experience a bit more special. When I texted my daughter to tell her thank you for the treat, I began with, "My Dear Lady..." LOL The most positive aspect of the visit was the service. Wow! So attentive and the explanations took just the right amount of time. We chose different teas and received a full pot for each of us. We weren't able to finish while there and our server asked if we would like to-go cups. Nice touch! The balance of sweet to savory on the high-tea tower is quite nice (and fair with two of each). Each item, with the exception of a small sausage roll that was just okay, gets an A+. I would have preferred the quiche be a tad larger, but it was delish. The tables are really jammed in there with little to no room to maneuver. It was Mother's Day weekend, so maybe they added extra tables to accommodate extra reservations. Maybe? Bottom line, there are plenty of positives with the negatives bringing the rating to three stars. Been there, done that - and for the price we don't need to return.

The cutest tea room and afternoon tea experience Afternoon tea can be pricey, but for the amount of tea, food, and options you get, I personally find that Queen Mary's afternoon tea experience is more worth it than most of the other afternoon tea spots you'll find in the area. Staff are friendly and accommodating to food allergies/restrictions, just let them know ahead of time so they can get you appropriate treat substitutes. Each person gets their own pot of tea (which is more than enough tea; none of my friends or I have managed to finish a pot by ourselves yet haha) and a shared tiered tray of goodies (or an individual tray if you have food allergies/restrictions). Trays typically contain some fruits, savory and refreshing finger sandwiches, and a variety of sweet and savory pastries I love coming in during different seasons as they change the decor for holidays which is so fun Pros: * friendly staff * great accommodation for those with food allergies/restrictions * great tea * delicious finger food/pastries * lovely ambience * super cute decor and utensils Cons: * space can be a bit tight

Brought my mom here to enjoy the ambiance. It was beautiful. The tables are very close together and they put a lot of things on the tables, so it is a little nerve wracking about accidentally dropping something. Thankfully that didn't happen. The staff was wonderful, the tea was excellent and they have so much to choose from. You can also add a glass of sparkling wine to your brunch if you so desire. Food was delicious, atmosphere was fun and light, and the check gives you the option to pay via a QR code - love that and I wish every place had that option. I would definitely come here again with a friend. So girly and fun!

My mom and I have been traveling around the US trying to find the best high tea, and this place ranks #1! The lemon curd is 100% worth the add on. Our favorite teas were the Empress Chai and Highland Breakfast. The savory items were to die for. Whether it be high tea, or an elevated dinner experience, we'd highly recommend it! Everything was meticulously and pointedly crafted.

The service, food was amazing! I had not been in years and was pleasantly surprised everything was still wonderful!

My wife and I brought the kids here. A 3 and a 6. They both loved it and though the 3 became restless, we had enough time with a variety of finger foods for him to have a fine meal. We'll return, this place is worth it.

Don't bother showing up without a reservation. Online it says they don't take reservations for tea & pastry, but they allow themselves to be completely booked up for meal reservations. So they technically "allow" walk-ins but you most likely won't get a table. They should make this fact more transparent. 0 stars because I didn't get to try.

The place is charming, the definition of an English tea room. I ordered the shepherds pie, it was incredible, just lamb-y enough without being overwhelming, and comes with an incredibly delicious salad. My wife ordered the Westminster, it's a pasty in phillo dough with ham, 3 kinds of cheese, and onions and tomatoes. Also incredibly good. For dessert we had the royal wedding cake, which has lemon curd, and is one of the densest cake's I've ever had! Our waitress, Kat, was wonderful, walking us through the menu and explaining our options. All in all, an excellent time. We'll definitely be back!

Great experience all around! The food was delicious and they were so helpful when I called to make reservations

Beautiful store front, trying to find somewhere to park is a nightmare- we did several circles around the block through tight seemingly one way streets just trying to figure out where to park! Inside is a small space and decor is cluttered, bordering on corny looking. They had SO many delicious tea options available!!! Food was also on point, but we all agreed that we would have preferred more sandwiches, less desserts... Ended up taking most of the desserts home. We were even able to take our tea to go which was nice! Their "birthday celebration" was sad- nothing more than a candle in a chunk of watermelon! At least put it in the sorbet or something, just seemed like a cheap cop out. The whole thing was VERY expensive ($255 for the 4 of us). Though it was mostly a fun experience i wouldn't do it again.

So glad Seattle has a unique places like these. Queen Mary Tea Room was so fun! The lunch set is on the pricey side but very filling options from sweet to savory. If you like anything from the store, even their minty hand soap, you can buy it down the street.

atmosphere, food, tea and bubbly perfectly served. wait staff knowledgeable and efficient. Mary has a personal style that makes the experience even more delightful. lovely tradition.

We went there for two people, and the total is $130. I was pretty excited to this afternoon tea, as I made the reservation about 1 month earlier. The owner was super friendly and introduced the menu properly. She had several small cups of sample teas, and they were all delicious. However, the server was not. Several behaviors indicated that the server was unwilling to serve us, and wanted us to leave ASAP. - When it was not even 1hr after we seated, she began to ask us to take-out our food for multiple times, even if we were still eating. After several rounds of asking, she just gave us the packing box rudely. - When we were asking for another cup of tea, she was super unwilling to take our order, and asked eagerly another couple of times whether we could do it as a to-go cup. - After we made the payment, she didn't check on us anymore. I understood that for a party of two, it's required that the duration is at most 1hr and 45 minutes. However, while we were eating, there were still available tables for two, and the server behaved comparatively nicer and more warm-hearted to other demographic groups. For an average of $65, this is far from the service we expected. We came here with high expectations, but feel super unwelcomed here. I also noted that people from the same demographic group as ours had similar bad experiences. My suggestion is, if you belong to a certain demographic group, please don't go to this place, as there are chances that you're unwelcomed here, and the server would be rude to you.

If you want a quaint Alice-In-Wonderland teatime moment, this is it. It seems this is *the* cute high tea spot in Seattle, and it does take full advantage of that -- afternoon tea on a weekend is $55/head. The tea is of course, the star of the show, and their teas are AMAZING. They even f come around with samples of tea for you to try, and they are just lovely. The people here are super kind and pleasant too! I'd highly recommend the Rose Oolong, Creamy Earl Grey, and Raspberry Cream Green Tea. I'm docking some points for the price point + value for *food* you get in the afternoon tea menu. The food it comes with - cookies, mini sandwiches, etc - is okay. Nothing mind blowing, and certainly not $55 worth. I would come here again for some tea and maybe a dessert!

Super disappointed with Queen Mary Tea Room today, I have been here many times in the past before Covid. The server went out of her way to be super rude and unpleasant. She didn't have a name tag but it was worst service experience I have ever had. One of the other servers Kristen was a delight, the older woman was awful. I won't be going back again it was so bad.

This place is so cute and the service is amazing. The owner (I think) came out and greeted everyone to make sure everything was great. This was my fist time doing tea and I think it was awesome! You can tell they really care about every aspect of the experience.