If you’re searching for a new tradition, the perfect venue for a afternoon treat, the Queens, NY area has a variety of tea services that cater to your taste. From posh hotels to charming French bistros, restaurants, bakeries, and chocolate shops, each establishment offers a distinct tea experience steeped in tradition and worth savoring.
With options ranging from classic sandwiches to exclusive teas and attention to detail, add one or more of these destinations to your must-try list and remember to enjoy your High Tea with proper etiquette, with your pinky finger up.
Check out our other local guide on high tea spots around the US.
Prince Tea House Flushing
There is a large selection of imported French teas, plus coffee, desserts and small bites.
The opening hours of Prince Tea House Flushing are as follows: 12:00 – 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday; 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM on Friday, Saturday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Prince Tea House Flushing directly using their phone number (917) 285-2523.
Consumer’s Review: My daughter had a 10th birthday party. Minimum of 10 people and $35 per person. There is a limit of 2 hours. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and pastries can be served. They have a variety of drink and tea options. The environment has a high ceiling.
Hi Tea Bakery & Restaurant
The opening hours of Hi Tea Bakery & Restaurant are as follows: 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Hi Tea Bakery & Restaurant directly using their phone number (718) 746-6666.
Consumer’s Review: The porkchop and tomato were good but not as good as they could have been. I didn’t like the Portuguese style baked rice. The combo of chow mein and congree was delicious. Definitely have them together.
Astoria Tea
The opening hours of Astoria Tea are as follows: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Astoria Tea directly using their phone number (718) 777-8383.
Consumer’s Review: The tea place is great. They sell a lot of tea. They have a couple of the caffeinated tea varieties.
Mi Tea
We serve cheese pure at Mi Tea. Fresh Fruit Boom, Milk Tea, Fresh Fruit Slush, Topping and so on can be ordered online.
The opening hours of Mi Tea are as follows: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Mi Tea directly using their phone number (917) 300-7688.
Consumer’s Review: The shop is clean and the seating area is nice. The green tea with bubbles that I ordered was really good. The tea had seeds from the fruit. They should have strained it out. They are very hard to chew on.
Prince Tea House
The opening hours of Prince Tea House are as follows: 12:00 – 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; 12:00 – 9:30 PM on Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Prince Tea House directly using their phone number (718) 971-1088.
Consumer’s Review: There is a place to hang out in Forest Hills. The tea house has a peaceful atmosphere. There’s something for everyone on the menu. The tea and desserts we ordered were delicious. The place is always busy but not rushed.
The Alley
The opening hours of The Alley are as follows: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact The Alley directly using their phone number (347) 506-0027.
Consumer’s Review: The feel is clean and nice. Cold beverages are the only ones that are served. Their teas are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. The Aurora Series are very cold and cheerful.
Fang Gourmet Tea
The Chinese teahouse has wooden tables and cabinets.
The opening hours of Fang Gourmet Tea are as follows: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Fang Gourmet Tea directly using their phone number (888) 888-0216.
Consumer’s Review: There is a wonderful tea tasting experience. Tasting is reasonably priced but you will have to pay for quality tea to take home.
Tealicious, Inc
Corporate events include cocktail parties, weddings, and bridal showers. There is a afternoon tea and hors d’oeuvre. There are options that are dairy-free. The gifts have a logo on them.
Consumer’s Review: I had my daughter’s 1st birthday party there. The owners and staff were amazing. Food was good.
Cuppa Tea 廣芳園
The opening hours of Cuppa Tea 廣芳園 are as follows: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday; 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM on Friday, Saturday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Cuppa Tea 廣芳園 directly using their phone number (646) 919-8608.
Consumer’s Review: Since I last went, it has improved. The butter in the bun was melting at the right rate this time, instead of the large block that was laying there. The tea was very fragrant. Butter buns were better elsewhere.
Möge Tee
It is the best tasting bubble tea. It’s delicious!
The opening hours of Möge Tee are as follows: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM on Friday, Saturday; 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM on Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Möge Tee directly using their phone number (718) 569-6666.
Consumer’s Review: I have been to this place many times and it is very pleasing. I like the crme brlée and brown sugar milk tea but I don’t like taro. The other flavors are amazing.
Alice’s Tea Cup
There is a shop that serves sandwiches for teatime, ladies’ lunches, and birthday parties.
The opening hours of Alice’s Tea Cup are as follows: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact Alice’s Tea Cup directly using their phone number (212) 799-3006.
Consumer’s Review: There is a sweet little spot for high tea. They had a nice themed indoors. The nibbler had a berry scone, chicken sandwich, cookies, and St. Mark’s tea. The kettles and teacups were very cute. The plates were exactly the same. We booked our seats online in case. Even after they opened, it was busy. A code is required for the bathroom.
CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice
Co Co Fresh Tea & Juice is a premium bubble tea brand with 16 locations in New York and New Jersey and over 5000 stores around the world.
The opening hours of CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice are as follows: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
For more information and opening hours, contact CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice directly using their phone number (718) 353-2709.
Consumer’s Review: First time getting a boba. I got Lava Pearl Milk Tea. It was a bit pricey, but they were really good. I would definitely go again!