Hotel Tea Service in Illinois
3 verified hotel tea service venues across 1 city in Illinois ($$$$–$$$$): Chicago. The grand tradition: afternoon tea in hotel lounges and lobbies, usually the most formal (and most photographed) seating in town. Reservations essentially mandatory.
3 tea rooms
Palm Court at The Drake Hotel
$$$$Gold Coast · Chicago
Afternoon tea has been served in the Drake's Palm Court for nearly a century, making it Chicago's quintessential Magnificent Mile tea experience. Tea arrives in individual pots alongside a traditional three-tiered tray of artisanal finger sandwiches, from-scratch scones with house-made preserves and Devon cream, and petit fours. A live harpist plays on weekends.
Pavilion at The Langham, Chicago
$$$$Chicago
The Langham's signature afternoon tea — a tradition that debuted at The Langham, London in 1865 — is served Friday through Sunday in the Pavilion, under a soaring ceiling with river and city views. Guests choose from proprietary Langham tea blends served with sweet and savory bites, and live classical music accompanies weekend service.
The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago
$$$$Magnificent Mile · Chicago
The Peninsula Chicago serves a seasonal afternoon tea in The Lobby, its grand ground-floor restaurant, with themed seatings offered Friday through Sunday. The menu changes seasonally and features traditional scones, tea sandwiches, and desserts, with live music accompanying service. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and children's afternoon teas are available.
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