CROSS STREETS: Allen
FWY ACCESS: 210
WEBSITE: huntington.org
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Flickr, Youtube, Vimeo, Tumblr, iTunes, Verso blog
PHONE: 626.683.8131
EMAIL: Book online or call for reservations
HOURS OF OPERATION:
- Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 12noon-4:30p (last seating at 3:30)
- Sat & Sun: 10:45a-4:30p (last seating at 3:30p)
- Tues: Closed
- During our summer hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day) the Tea Room is open Wed-Mon: 10:45a-4:30p (last seating at 3:30p)
- On Free Admission Days (the first Thursday of each month) the Tea Room is open from 10:45a-4:30p. Reservations are accepted for those with Free Day tickets. Walk-in seating is also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
CAPACITY: na
RESERVATIONS: Yes
GIFT SHOP: Yes, bookstore/shop near the entrance to the grounds. The store is a must! Here you will find stationery, music and oh so much more
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: Not for tea
DRESS: Come as you are
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: na, but the buffet ensures ample choices
PRICE:
- Adults: $31.00 per person, plus tax
- Children (ages 4-8): $14.99 per person, plus tax
- Children (ages 2-3): $7.50 per person, plus tax
- Huntington admission is a separate required cost, paid upon entering the grounds (Adults: $23-25)
MENU: See end of listing
DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: One of the most important and beautiful home museums in the country, with themed botanical gardens, art & furniture galleries, and of course, a substantial library that houses the Guttenberg and Chaucer's Canterbury Tales
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: A full buffet of tea treats plus salads
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Nothing compares to the setting
OWNED BY: The Huntington Library & Gardens
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: In the heart of picturesque San Marino, the author's hometown :)
YEAR ESTABLISHED: Founded in 1919
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015
MENU
Assorted Petite Scones
Served with Butter, Wild Berry Jam, Orange Marmalade and Clotted Cream
Candied Ginger · Blueberry-Rosemary · Raisin · Chocolate Chip · Apple Cinnamon · Apricot · Cranberry-Orange
Select Tea Breads
Apple Spice · Chocolate Chip · Banana · Cranberry · Blueberry · Zucchini
Tea Sandwiches
Carrot Ginger · White Albacore Salad · Smoked Salmon · Chicken Tarragon · Watercress · Cucumber Mint · Egg Salad
Salads
Wild Greens with Feta & Crispy Bacon · Soba Noodle Salad · Three-Bean Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
Black Olive Tapenade Served with Assorted Crackers
Hummus Tahini Served with Pita Crisps
Select Domestic Cheeses Served with Assorted Crackers
Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Berries
Petite Sweets
Lemon Bars · Iced Chocolate Brownies · Pecan Bars · Shortbread Cookies · Lemon Drop Cookies · Fresh Fruit Tartlets · Chocolate Mousse Cups · Berry Mousse Cups · Lemon Mousse Cups
Assorted Hot Tea
Strawberry Kiwi · Rose · Apricot · Estate Black · Mandarin Rooibos
Additional Beverages
Coffee · Iced Tea · Lemonade
Click here for the Chinese Garden Tea House
Assorted Petite Scones
Served with Butter, Wild Berry Jam, Orange Marmalade and Clotted Cream
Candied Ginger · Blueberry-Rosemary · Raisin · Chocolate Chip · Apple Cinnamon · Apricot · Cranberry-Orange
Select Tea Breads
Apple Spice · Chocolate Chip · Banana · Cranberry · Blueberry · Zucchini
Tea Sandwiches
Carrot Ginger · White Albacore Salad · Smoked Salmon · Chicken Tarragon · Watercress · Cucumber Mint · Egg Salad
Salads
Wild Greens with Feta & Crispy Bacon · Soba Noodle Salad · Three-Bean Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
Black Olive Tapenade Served with Assorted Crackers
Hummus Tahini Served with Pita Crisps
Select Domestic Cheeses Served with Assorted Crackers
Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Berries
Petite Sweets
Lemon Bars · Iced Chocolate Brownies · Pecan Bars · Shortbread Cookies · Lemon Drop Cookies · Fresh Fruit Tartlets · Chocolate Mousse Cups · Berry Mousse Cups · Lemon Mousse Cups
Assorted Hot Tea
Strawberry Kiwi · Rose · Apricot · Estate Black · Mandarin Rooibos
Additional Beverages
Coffee · Iced Tea · Lemonade
Click here for the Chinese Garden Tea House