Showing posts with label Los Angeles county. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Los Angeles county. Show all posts

Monday, May 9, 2016

CULVER HOTEL

ADDRESS: 9400 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
CROSS STREETS: Main Street & Cardiff Avenue
FWY ACCESS: 10 & 405

WEBSITE: culverhotel.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Twitter 
PHONE: 310-558-9400
EMAIL: info@culverhotel.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • No designated hours — just call and request your preferred date & time
PARKING: Valet $8 (very convenient); Self-parking (far less convenient — ask the valet to point the way)
CAPACITY: Call to discuss your event needs
RESERVATIONS: Required with a credit card to hold
GIFT SHOP: NA
WC: Yes

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes (those who can behave in a hotel — there is no child's menu)
OUTDOOR DINING: Not applicable for tea
DRESS: Come as you feel comfortable in a nice hotel
CATERING: Take-away
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Call ahead to discuss
PRICE: $25
DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Classic elegance in the hotel's open and opulent lobby
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Mignardises

UNIQUE ASPECTS: National landmark from a bygone era
OWNED BY: Managed by Seth Horowitz — John Wayne once owned a share of the hotel which he won in a poker game
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: In the heart of Culver City, the area was created by original hotel owner Harry Culver and features a smattering of eateries
YEAR ESTABLISHED: Hotel built 1924, renovated in 2011
LISTING UPDATED: Mayl 2016

MENU

Full Tea
Scones with cream and lemon curd
Assorted finger sandwiches
Petite pastries and mignardises
Choice of tea
$25

Culver Tea
All of the above plus
Strawberries and cream
Champagne
$32








Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Trump National Golf Club - CAFE PACIFIC

ADDRESS: 1 Trump National Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
CROSS STREETS: Palos Verdes Drive, So.
FWY ACCESS: 110

WEBSITE: trumpnationallosangeles.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Twitter
PHONE: 310.303.3260
EMAIL: contact@trumpnational.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Tea served Mon-Sat, 11am-2pm
PARKING: Valet & private lot
CAPACITY: Call to discuss your event needs
RESERVATIONS: Required 48 hours in advance with credit card deposit/guarantee
GIFT SHOP: Pro Shop
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: No children's menu or accommodations
OUTDOOR DINING: Call to discuss for your own group event
DRESS: Come as you feel befits the surroundings
CATERING: For onsite events
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Call ahead to discuss
PRICE: $45.95
DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Opulent yet charming European-feel dining room
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: na
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Golf course with an incomparable view of the Pacific Ocean
OWNED BY: Donald Trump
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: No businesses, just Mother Nature in all her glory
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2006 (Tea has been served off and on since the club opened)
LISTING UPDATED: February 2016

MENU

Sandwiches
Cucumber, Mint Cream Cheese on Sourdough, Curry Chicken, Celery Mayonnaise on Croissant,
Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper, Chives on Wheat Prosciutto, Swiss, Lettuce,
Tomato, Grain Mustard on Sourdough Egg and Watercress Sandwich

Scones
Cranberry and Apricot Scones. Served with Homemade Jam Lemon Curd and Devonshire Cream

Dessert
New York Style Cheesecake, Fresh Fruit Tarts, Fresh Lemon Squares, Double Fudge Chocolate Brownies, White Chocolate Mousse Cups


Beverages
Featuring a selection of exquisite loose leaf teas and only one choice of the following:
a glass of champagne, white wine or sherry

Afternoon Tea is available Monday thru Saturday only, served from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm,
and all reservations are to be made 48 hours in advance with a deposit of a credit card.

$45.95 per person
* Price does not include tax and gratuity

Cancellations: Please contact us 48 hours in advance to cancel or reduce the number of your reservation at no charge. If you do not cancel 48 hours prior to your reservation, you will be charged $25.00 per person.







Tuesday, December 15, 2015

YE OLDE KING'S HEAD

Ye Olde King's Head is serving tea again! Hip, hip, hoorah!

ADDRESS: 116 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
CROSS STREETS: Between Ocean Ave. & 2nd St.
FWY ACCESS: 10

WEBSITE: yeoldekingshead.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Twitter
PHONE: 310-451-1402
EMAIL: info@yeoldekingshead.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Tea served Mon-Sat - 11a-4:30p
  • Sundays by advance reservation for large groups
PARKING: Street & lot
CAPACITY: Call to discuss your event needs. They have multiple rooms

RESERVATIONS: Recommended, especially on weekends
GIFT SHOP: Yes
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: Yes, patio
DRESS: Come as you are
CATERING: Take-away
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Call ahead to discuss
PRICE: $20.95

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: A traditional English pub setting with warm, rich tones
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: English fare and acclaimed fish & chips
UNIQUE ASPECTS: An all-in-one pub, restaurant, shoppe, bakery & grocer
OWNED BY: General Manager - Peter Dolan
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: In a popular sector of Santa Monica, near various ethnic restaurants, yoga
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974
LISTING UPDATED: December 2015

MENU

Afternoon Tea for Two
A selection of Finger Sandwiches, Sausage Rolls, Quiche, Freshly Baked Scones served with Devonshire Cream & Preserves, Mini Pastries, Mini Chocolate Eclairs.
Specialty Tea or Coffee
$39.95

Traditional Tea 
A selection of Finger Sandwiches, Sausage Roll, Quiche,  Freshly Baked Scones & Preserves, Mini Chocolate Éclair, Specialty Tea or Coffee
$20.95

Royal Tea
(includes glass of Champagne, Mimosa or Kir Royale)
$26.95

Princess Tea 
For Children 12 and under
$12.95

Scone with Devonshire Cream & Preserves - $4.95
Quiche of the Day served with Salad - $11.95
English Tea Sandwiches - $9.95
Choice of one. Served with salad: Turkey, Cranberry & Cream Cheese. Egg & Watercress. Coronation Chicken. Cucumber with Cream Cheese. Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese. Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil with a Pesto mayo.

Psychic Tea also available with advanced bookings only.

Friday, April 24, 2015

THE WILDE THISTLE

ADDRESS: 3456 Motor Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034
CROSS STREETS: Off Overland, between Palms & Rose
FWY ACCESS: 10, near 405

WEBSITE: thewildethistle.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Twitter 
PHONE: 310.730.6208
EMAIL: caity@thewildethistle.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Afternoon Tea served Daily: 2-4:30p
  • Cafe open Daily: 11a-10p, except Sun till 7p

PARKING: Garage & street
CAPACITY: Call to discuss
RESERVATIONS: Required 24 hours ahead
GIFT SHOP: na
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: Yes
DRESS: Come as you are

CATERING: Yes
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: Call to arrange
PRICE: $21.95
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Country cozy
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Pasties
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Live music; "A cafe & pub for artists, writers, thinkers & lovers"
OWNED BY: Caity Wallace
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: L.A. area shops
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2014
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015

MENU

TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA

Unlimited Organic Teas
Choice of Classic Tea Sandwiches
Two Scones with Clotted Cream & Fruit Spread
Choice of Dessert
$21.95 per guest

Champagne, Sherry, or Dessert Wine $6/glass

24 Hour Advance Reservation Required

VINTAGE TEA LEAF

It is with great sadness we report the closure of Vintage Tea Leaf, 
owing to a devastating flood in July, 2015, from which the tearoom could not recover. RIP, VTL

ADDRESS: 969 E Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802
CROSS STREETS: Alamitos 
FWY ACCESS: 405, 710

WEBSITE: vintagetealeaf.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Yahoo group  
PHONE: 562.435.5589
EMAIL: teafairy@vintagetealeaf.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Mon-Wed: Closed
  • Thurs-Sun: 11:30a-5p

PARKING: On street (can be difficult to find a spot)
CAPACITY: 80
RESERVATIONS: Recommended, especially for weekends. Reservation form available on their site
GIFT SHOP: Yes
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: na
DRESS: Come as you are

CATERING: Call to discuss
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: We are gluten free friendly! If you can’t find what you are looking for, give us a call. We are happy to accommodate for your dietary needs.
PRICE: $27
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Wonderful rich tones and textures, full of atmosphere
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Tea!
UNIQUE ASPECTS: A vast selection of teas; pick your own teacup
OWNED BY: Founded by Beverly Terfloth
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: na
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1997
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015

MENU

All individual Tea Services include a pot of tea and are charged per person.

Queens of High Tea
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of small soup
Choice of small salad
Choice of two pairs of tea sandwiches
Fresh fruit, & lemon square OR choice of
Chef’s daily desserts
$30.00

Vintage Tea of Decadence
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of small soup OR salad
Choice of three pairs of tea sandwiches
Choice of Chef’s daily desserts
$29.00

Lady Scarlett’s Boudoir Tea 
Formal service on a dainty two-tiered rack:
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of three pairs of tea sandwiches
Chef’s selection of two finger desserts,
Fresh fruit & flower garnish
$27.00



Tea Leaf Salad Luncheon 
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of large salad from menu
Choice of two pairs of tea sandwiches
$25.00

Tea Leaf Soup Luncheon 
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of large soup from menu
Choice of two pairs of tea sandwiches
$23.00

Earl of Sandwich Tea 
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of four pairs of tea sandwiches
$22.00


Simply Soup & Scones
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Choice of large soup
$18.00

Little Prince or Princess Tea
(for children 8 years old & under)
Four peanut butter & jelly tea sandwiches
Fresh fruit & cupcake
Pooh Bear’s honey chocolate milk tea OR
fruited decaffeinated tea OR Pink Lemonade
$16.00

Vintage Afternoon Tea for Two
Includes two pots of tea
Scones, lemon curd & Devon cream
Formal service on an elegant two-tiered rack
Choice of six pairs of tea sandwiches
Chef’s selection of two finger desserts
Fresh fruit & flower garnishÀ la carte Delights
$53.00

Pot of Tea ~ $6.00
Pair of monthly scones ~ $5.00
Monthly dessert~ $6.00To maintain our elegant and relaxing tea services, there is a minimum charge of $18 per person from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Service charge is added to the bill only for parties of six and more.There is a $1.00 charge for bill splitting.


ROBIN HOOD BRITISH PUB

ADDRESS: 13640 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
CROSS STREETS: Off Woodman, near Fulton
FWY ACCESS: Between the 405, 101 & 170

WEBSITE: robinhoodbritishpub.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook 
PHONE: 818.994.6045
EMAIL: Via form on their website

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Afternoon tea served Daily: 2-5p
  • Pub open Daily: 11a-2a

PARKING: Street
CAPACITY: na
RESERVATIONS: Couldn't hurt
GIFT SHOP: The fully stocked Friar Tuck shoppe grocer
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: na
DRESS: Casual

CATERING: Take-away
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: Call ahead to arrange
PRICE: $14.95
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: A jolly fun English pub
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Pub food
UNIQUE ASPECTS: They have a jukebox and a full bar
OWNED BY: Michael Williams
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: na
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1982
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015


MENU

Afternoon Tea at Robin Hood

Petite Sandwiches
Choice of Salmon & Cucumber, Egg Salad
Cheese & Branston Pickle or Cheese & Tomato
A Homemade Scone
with Strawberry Jam and Devon Cream
Slice of Battenburg Cake and a Pot of English Tea

Thursday, April 23, 2015

TWO A TEA

ADDRESS: 185 N. Vermont Ave., Glendora, CA 91741
CROSS STREETS: Off Foothill, near Glendora & Meda 
FWY ACCESS: 210

WEBSITE: 2atea.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: na
PHONE: 626.963.9644 
EMAIL: Via form on website

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Wed-Sat: 11a-3p
  • Sun: 12noon-3p
  • Mon-Tues: Closed

PARKING: On tree-lined streets
CAPACITY: 70
RESERVATIONS: Advised, especially on weekends
GIFT SHOP: Goodies throughout
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes, ages 5 & up will enjoy it most
OUTDOOR DINING: Yes, for up to #15
DRESS: Come as you are

CATERING: Call to discuss
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: Call ahead to arrange
PRICE: $23.95
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Victorian sensibilities, bright and inviting
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Homemade lemon curd
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Cordon Bleu trained owner
OWNED BY: Kristi Brooks
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: na
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2002, Kristi took over in 2008
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015

MENU

"The Royal High Tea"
A Pot of Tea
Scone of the Day with Accompaniments
Soup of the Day
Garden Salad
Sorbet Palate Cleanser
Assortment of Savory Finger Sandwiches
Choice of Dessert
$33.95 per guest

"The Queen's Tea"
A Pot of Tea
Scone of the Day with Accompaniments
Sorbet Palate Cleanser
Assortment of Savory Finger Sandwiches
Choice of Dessert
$25.95 per guest


"The Grand Duchess Tea"
A Pot of Tea
Scone of the Day with Accompaniments
Choice of Soup or Salad
Assortment of Savory Finger Sandwiches
$23.95 per guest

"The Grand Duke Tea"
A Pot of Tea
Scone of the Day with Accompaniments
Soup of the Day
Garden Salad
$20.95 per guest

"The Cream Tea"
A Pot of Tea
2 Scones with Accompaniments
$13.95

"The Prince and Princess Tea"
A Pot of Tea, Hot Chocolate, or Lemonade
Scone of the Day with Accompaniments
Sorbet Palate Cleanser
Assortment of Savory Finger Sandwiches
Ice Cream Sundae
$20.95


TRANQUILITY BAKING CO & TEA ROOM

ADDRESS: 2527 Thousand Oaks Boulevard Thousand Oaks, Ca 91362
CROSS STREETS: Hampshire & N. Oak View 
FWY ACCESS: 101

WEBSITE: tranquilitytearoom.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook 
PHONE: 805.418.9939 
EMAIL: TranquilityTeaRoom@roadrunner.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Mon-Sat: 11a-7p
  • Sun: 12noon-5p

Tea to Go
PARKING: Private lot
CAPACITY: 30
RESERVATIONS: Required 24 hours in advance
GIFT SHOP: Yes
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: na
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: na
DRESS: Come as you are

CATERING: Yes with serviceware
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: Call ahead to arrange
PRICE: $24.50
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Wonderfully light and whimsical with a new them every few months
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: Baking
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Full catering & Tea to Go program
OWNED BY: Candra Coogan
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: na
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2007
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015

MENU

Tearoom theme changes every couple of months

Deluxe Tea 
(tea, scone, 5 tea sandwiches, 3 desserts)
$28.50

High Tea 
(tea, scones, 3 sandwiches, 2 desserts)
$26.50

Afternoon Tea 
(tea, scone, 2 sandwiches, 1 dessert)
$24.50

Cream Tea 
(tea, scone with cream & curd)
$16.50

Child's Tea 
(tea, mini scone, 2PBJ, turkey, 1 dessert)
$18.50

Quiche Lorraine
(Substitute for 3 sandwiches)
$5.00

Tranquility Salad
Replace 2 Sandwiches - $ 4.50
Meal size with Chicken - replace 5 sandwiches -$9.00



TEA ROSE GARDEN

ADDRESS: 70 N Raymond Ave Pasadena, CA 91103 (new location)
CROSS STREETS: Between Colorado & Walnut
FWY ACCESS: 210

WEBSITE: trosegarden.wordpress.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook, Pinterest 
PHONE: 626.578.1144
EMAIL: Form on website

HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Events only right now. Temporarily closed for daily tea service while working with the city to get proper permitting 

PARKING: There are various parking structures offering 90 minutes free parking. The closest is at Union St.  Valet stands are also an option
CAPACITY: Call to inquire
RESERVATIONS: na at present
GIFT SHOP: Yes, when open
WC: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
CHILDREN WELCOME: Yes
OUTDOOR DINING: Pending
DRESS: Come as you are

CATERING: Yes
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ACCOMMODATED: Yes, call to arrange
PRICE: $20
MENU: See end of listing

DESCRIPTION OF AMBIENCE: Classic elegance
CULINARY SPECIALTIES: A variety of fun scone flavors, edible flowers
UNIQUE ASPECTS: Full-service florist
OWNED BY: Grace Kim
SURROUNDING BUSINESSES: Wonderful Old Pas shops
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1994 in original location
LISTING UPDATED: April 2015

MENU

SCONES
(choose from our scone menu,
includes Devonshire cream and raspberry preserves)

Scone Menu $5
Café Mocha – Lemon Blueberry- Candied Ginger Spice –
Lemon Raspberry – Chocolate Chip – Maple Pecan
Cranberry Orange – Raisin Almond –
Traditional English (plain)
Scone with Cream and Fruits $8

GARDEN TEA 
Finger Sandwich
(Choose from Tea Sandwich Menu below)
Spring Petal Salad
Pastry
(lemon cake, cheese cake, or chocolate mousse)
Lemon Bar
Rose Sugar Cookies
Fresh Fruits
Choice of a Large Pot of Tea
$20

ENGLISH TEA 
Finger Sandwich
(choose from our tea sandwich menu)
Scone
(choose from our scone menu)
Rose Sugar Cookie
Fresh Fruits & Spring Petal Salad
Choice of Tea
$16

FRENCH TEA 
Croissant Sandwich
(ham & cheese or turkey & cheese)
Pastry of Choice
(cheese cake, lemon cake or chocolate mousse)
Fresh Fruits & Spring Petal Salad
Choice of Tea
$16

TEA ROSE AFTERNOON TEA
Finger Sandwiches
(up to three choices from our
tea sandwich menu, 6 pieces)
Scone
(choose from our scone menu)
Tea Time Bites
Rose Sugar Cookie
Fresh Fruits & Spring Petal Salad
Choice of Tea
 $20




CHILDREN’S TEA 
Peanut Butter and Jelly or
Raspberry Cream Cheese Sandwich
Chocolate Chip Scone
Rose Sugar Cookie
Fresh Fruits
Choice of Tea, Pink Lemonade
or Fruit Punch
(no substitutions)
$13

AFTERNOON TEA FOR TWO 
Choice of three Tea Sandwiches,
(served on a platter with fresh fruit and cream)
& a 6-cup Pot of Tea
$25




TEA SANDWICHES – $8 a la carte (or included with tea services above)
(finger sandwiches served with fresh fruits& Devonshire cream)

Carrot and Cheese
(carrots, cheddar cheese, and herbs)

Chicken Almond
(shredded breast of chicken mixed with almond and herbs)

Cranberry Chicken
(shredded breast of chicken, cranberry sauce, cream cheese, on toasted white or wheat bread)

Cucumber
(marinated cucumber with cream cheese, herbs and spices)

Cucumber Mint
(marinated cucumber with cream cheese, mint, herbs and spices)

Egg and Watercress
(egg salad with watercress)

Flower and Herb Cream Cheese
(cream cheese with herbs and chives and assortment of edible flowers)

Goat Cheese and Sun-dried Tomato
(goat cheese, sun-dried tomato pesto, herbs & spices)

Turkey and Basil
(Turkey and fresh basil, served with cream cheese and chives on white or wheat bread)

Turkey and Watercress
(turkey, watercress, marinated cucumber, served with cream cheese, herbs and spices)

Spicy Salmon Tempter
(salmon pate combined with a zesty tomato & horseradish sauce)

Smoked Salmon and Dill $10
(smoked salmon served open-faced with dill & herb cream cheese)