The Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room

The service and ambiance were 5 stars but a few items were not worth the price point. Plus the milk/cream wasn’t brought out with or before the tea, so one star removed. The gender neutral restrooms were lovely and clean, it’s how they are in Europe, floor to ceiling stalls with no gaps, lite beach restrooms. very private except the communal hand washing station. The Gen Mai Cha and Earl Grey were our favorites and the Strawberry, Saba, Whipped Black Pepper Cream Cheese sandwich. Scones were average and they gave a lot of yummy toppings and good portions but I did miss the traditional clotted cream. We all agreed the egg salad was bland… more dill? Mustard maybe ? And the best part of the upgrade was the glass of Prosecco, it’s $10 value so the 2 added bites were $3 if you look at it that way… but the lobster was disappointing, I wish they kept it a mini lobster roll just like they server for Valentine day 2023! For the price I don’t think that’s asking too much. Love that they offered to check in the stroller, I’m glad I brought my own plastic tea set for the toddler. Due to price it might be an every other year treat but would come back. Would be nice if some à la carte options if we didn’t want to do the full high tea. I only saw add on options.

The food was fantastic and the gardens are beautiful! Vegan menu upon request and the venue is simple gorgeous. The service left much to be desired from start to finish and not in line with the cost of their tea service. Was glad to try it once but won’t be back even as a Huntington Member.

I went with my husband on a member preview day before it opens up again at the end of the month. I love the changes that were made to the building and all the extra seating that was added. There was an extensive list of teas to choose from and you got the sandwiches and sweets to eat. I had the pear tea, which was great. They do not have the buffet like before. There are more sweet than savory items to eat, but they will let you substitute when you order. The price has doubled from what I remember. With an option of a traditional tea and an enhanced for a bit more. The enchanted offers a couple of extra items to eat and a sparkling wine. This is not something I will do often because of the price, but it is something fun to do on a special occasion.

The Rose tea room will be open for reservations 24 may 2023. The rebuilt space has more space. There is the original Rose room, the new Herb room facing the herb garden the east terrace and outside the herb room. The new entry and waiting area have orange crate labels and tea pots on display. The food and tea are excellent, if you like English tea.

The rose garden tea room is so cute! Great place to get tea service for afternoon high tea. They have a set menu that includes scones, finger sandwiches, and petit four desserts. I highly recommend getting a reservation as they are always very busy and can’t always accommodate walk ins. They have options for vegetarians. This is a great place for a date or to take a mom, grandmother or little girl. Realize that this is located INSIDE the garden area at the Huntington library, which requires a fee unless you are a member. Make a day or afternoon of it to make the entrance fee worth it, which it is. The gardens are beautiful and there are a few art exhibits as well.