A Gilded Age Tea
Flagler Museum, Palm Beach
Step back in time at the Flagler Museum’s enchanting Railcar 91 Tea Room. Set within the glass-enclosed Flagler Kenan Pavilion overlooking the downtown West Palm Beach waterfront, this refined experience offers elegance, history, and a setting unlike any other.
Guests will dine beside Henry Flagler’s beautifully restored private railcar, surrounded by the grandeur of Whitehall.
The prix-fixe menu features savory tea sandwiches, traditional scones, and a delightful array of sweets, served with the Museum’s Whitehall Special Blend Tea™ and Palm Beach Pink Lemonade. Visitors are encouraged to explore Whitehall and Railcar No. 91 before or after their tea service.
For reservations, call 561-655-2833 or visit flaglermuseum.us.
A Royal Tea
Serenity Garden Tea House, West Palm Beach
Tucked inside a lovingly restored 1919 cottage, Serenity Garden Tea House offers an Afternoon Tea experience brimming with charm, nostalgia, and quiet elegance. Original wood floors, a cozy fireplace, and lace-draped windows set the scene, while tables are adorned with fine china, fresh flowers, and teapots wrapped in hand-stitched cozies.
The Royal Tea experience begins with a glass of champagne and a cup of soup, and then guests are invited to relax and reconnect over tiered trays of dainty tea sandwiches, freshly baked cranberry and orange scones and an array of exquisite pastries and desserts.
The atmosphere is made even more memorable by owner Audrey, whose warm welcome and soft Irish lilt make every visit feel like coming home.
For reservations, call 561-655-3911 or visit serenitygardentea.com.
An Improper Tea
The Ben Hotel, West Palm Beach
For a modern twist on the traditional afternoon tea, Proper Grit at The Ben Hotel offers an experience that blends timeless indulgence with contemporary flair. Set in a chic space just across the bridge in downtown West Palm Beach, this daily tea service is designed to delight with a touch of the unexpected.
Guests enjoy endless pots of tea, including Proper Grit’s own signature blend, paired with freshly baked scones, inventive tea sandwiches and a refined selection of desserts.
For those wishing to elevate the experience, guests can opt for an “improper” tea by adding one of Proper Grit’s signature tea-infused craft cocktails.
For reservations, call 561-655-4001 or visit thebenwestpalm.com.
A French Flair Tea
Café Boulud, Palm Beach
Set within The Brazilian Court, a Mediterranean-style boutique hotel that has welcomed dignitaries and tastemakers since 1926, Café Boulud is intimate, serene, and effortlessly elegant—an ideal escape for those seeking a touch of old-world charm in the heart of Palm Beach.
The afternoon unfolds with a thoughtful menu that blends French sophistication with classic tea traditions. Standouts like the panna cotta served in a replica Fabergé egg and the lemon tart—almost too beautiful to eat—bring a decadent, whimsical touch to the experience.
For reservations call 561-655-6060.
A Tea Journey
Tea Tell Truth, West Palm Beach
Founded in West Palm Beach and deeply connected to Yunnan, China—the birthplace of tea—Tea Tell Truth offers an experience rooted in heritage, mindfulness, and discovery. This special sanctuary honors thousands of years of tradition by working directly with organic tea farmers and skilled tea masters to bring rare, handcrafted loose-leaf teas to modern audiences.
More than just a tasting room, Tea Tell Truth invites guests into the rich tapestry of tea culture through traditional tea ceremonies, guided tastings, and immersive educational offerings. Their flagship experience, the Tea Master Passport course covers everything from the “spirit of tea” and the “power of silence” to the foundational principles of a tea-centered lifestyle.
For upcoming classes, tastings, and ceremonies, visit teatelltruth.com or contact info@teatelltruth.com.
You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.
- C.S. Lewis