One of our favorite ways to celebrate the season is with holiday tea, the relaxing and regal experience of a long afternoon sipping tea and enjoying light bites is second to none! We’ve rounded up the 11 best spots in Dallas to do just that! Some spots are filling up fast, so send this article to your tea crew and make your reservations now.
Please keep in mind that reservations tend to book up quickly, so check each spot's website before you make your plans!
Updated November 2024
CAFE 43 AT GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL CENTER
Sip on their signature spiced tea paired perfectly with savory bites and sweet pastries on stunning china in the bright and cozy Cafe 43! Make it a whole afternoon and grab tickets to explore all of the Bush Museum! Happening on December 18th and 19th.
SMU | Directions
MORE HOLIDAY TEAS
Alexander Mansion
Enjoy a cozy living room-style tea room with elegant decorations, and sweet and savory bites! Sip on tea (of course) or bubbles to get the party going!
East Dallas | Directions
Chocolate Secrets
Partake in a traditional afternoon tea experience in a chocolate shop, featuring a combination of sweet and savory bites, with white linen and fine china.
Oak Lawn | Directions
Dallas Arboretum
Enjoy a three-course experience with soup, sandwiches, and sweet treats, plus admission to the gardens. While you're there, check out the stunning Holiday at the Arboretum display!
White Rock | Directions
The French Room at Adolphus Hotel
Elegant and sophisticated high tea inside of The Adolphus's stunning French Room, with a 3-course menu with an option to add caviar service! Their holiday tea always fills up so book fast!
Downtown | Directions
Forestwood Garden Tea Room
Sip on tea and shop for antique treasures! You’ll find a unique menu featuring heartier dishes like burgers, sandwiches, and salads to go with your tea experience.
Preston Hollow | Directions
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas
This holiday season,enjoy a chic take on the traditional high tea at The Ritz-Carlton! Enjoy tea, bubbles, pastries, and more -- all while surrounded by stunning and festive decor. Tea is available December 7th, 14th, 21th and 28th at noon and 3pm.
Las Colinas | Directions
Hotel Crescent Court
Enjoy a sophisticated afternoon tea in the Great Hall and Conservatory, with an option to add endless champagne to your meal for 1.5 hours!
Uptown | Directions
The Ritz Carlton
Enjoy a chic and elevated afternoon High Tea, with delicate teas, delectable finger sandwiches, and decadent pastries! Plus, you can upgrade to the Royal Tea for an added spot of champagne and a specialty dessert -- yum!
Uptown | Directions
Potpourri Boulangerie
This quaint tea spot in Bishop Arts offers colorful tea blends, locally roasted coffees, homemade bread, internationally inspired pastries, and of course Mrs. Cris’ delectable cakes!
Bishop Arts | Directions
The Joule
Enjoy an adorable tea in the Taschen Library with lots of delicately designs pastries and all bubbles! There’s just four dates available this year so book fast!
Downtown | Directions
La Parisienne French Bistro
This colorful Paris-inspired cafe offers a festive Afternoon Tea Experience with authentic French pastries and holiday-themed treats, all surrounded by stunning Winter Wonderland Decor!
Frisco | Directions
Lavendou Bistro Provincial
Take a quick trip to the French countryside with a variety of imported teas to choose from for a Parisian experience!
Preston Village | Directions
