Afternoon Tea at The Umstead
$$$$Cary, North Carolina
Afternoon TeaHotel Tea Service
Afternoon tea at the five-star Umstead Hotel and Spa, served in the art-adorned Lounge beneath the hotel's Dale Chihuly glass sculpture with a live harpist. Offered Wednesday through Sunday from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at $70 for adults and $40 for children, plus tax and gratuity. Advance reservations are required by phone; same-day bookings are unavailable.
Known For
- Live harpist accompaniment
- Art-filled lounge with Chihuly glass
- Children's tea
- Five-star resort service
Menu & Pricing
Full menu ↗Afternoon tea is a fixed-price service; teas by ikaati, food items included.
Afternoon Tea
- Adults$70 plus tax and gratuity
- Children$40 plus tax and gratuity
Organic Black Teas
- Rajah Estate—Rich malty flavor, full body, amber liquor (highest caffeine)
- Imperial Earl Grey—Aromatic bergamot, smooth finish (highest caffeine)
- Black Orchid—Floral perfume, notes of mild citrus and creamy vanilla (moderate caffeine)
Organic Green Teas & Herbal Infusions
- Jade Dragon—Spring-harvest green tea, toasted chestnut aroma
- Jasmin Song—Fresh jasmine bouquet, delicate body
- Lush Orchard—Fragrant sweet mango, underlying notes of fresh greens
- Soothe—Warmly comforting, scent of summer meadow (caffeine free)
- Peppermint—Clean notes of wood, highlighted with cool peppermint (caffeine free)
Tea Sandwiches
- Curry Chicken Salad—Cashew, bloomed raisin
- Smoked Salmon—Rye bread, lemon, rosemary
- Cucumber—Dill cream cheese, radish
- Basil Panna Cotta—Tomato jam, prosciutto
- Pimento Cheese—White cheddar biscuit, green tomato
Sweet Bites
- Warm Buttermilk Scone—Devonshire cream, lemon curd, seasonal jam
- Macaron—
- Seasonal Pastry—
- Seasonal Verrine—
Prices from the venue's published menu, verified 2026-08-12. Menus change — confirm with the room.
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