Victorian Grace Tea Room - Brandon

I visited the restaurant for tea and had a delightful experience. The food and tea were fantastic; my favorites were the spinach tart, scones, and the soup. I can't wait to return with my daughters' mother. The service was outstanding—nobody was bothered when my daughter indulged in a bit too much sugar and started feeling adventurous, but by that point, we were finishing up. The staff even took a group photo of us, ensuring it turned out just right. My daughter adores tea time at home, and she truly had a great time. The cozy atmosphere, filled with antiques, added a lovely character to the place.

The atmosphere is relaxed yet sophisticated, making for a charming setting. The tea is delightful, and the staff is friendly and accommodating, especially considering my food allergies, which they managed as best as they could without prior notice. Overall, I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

The restaurant has reopened under new ownership, and reservations are now required! The new owner is fantastic! This was my first experience at a tearoom, and I absolutely loved it. You can really see her passion for what she does, and she even encouraged us to share our feedback and suggestions. I was thoroughly impressed and wouldn’t change a thing! The food was incredible, and the tea was delightful. She also made sure to ask us about any allergies beforehand. One thing my friend pointed out is that in other tearooms, you typically receive your own pot, whereas here, they provide a single pot for the whole table that gets replenished. Hopefully, that's something that can be taken into consideration!

Charming and cozy on the inside, the tea I enjoyed was a delightful vanilla blend, which happens to be my favorite. I loved it so much that I purchased some to take home and brew myself. The High Tea experience featured three tiers of delicious food. The bottom tier had an assortment of petite sandwiches, while the middle tier offered warm scones paired with a light, sweet cream, along with jelly for spreading. The top tier was filled with an array of desserts! The tea was endless, and the service was outstanding. I can't wait to return!

The owner is incredibly friendly, making the service feel personal and going above and beyond to help. She truly stands out. However, there are only four or five types of tea available, and to enjoy unlimited tea, everyone at the table must agree on a single flavor, which was a bit disappointing. The chicken soup was delicious—unlike anything I’ve had before—but the croutons could have been crispier. The tea accompaniment was enjoyable, but it seemed to lack a certain finesse. The slices of smoked salmon and cucumber in the sandwiches were a bit thicker than I've encountered at other places. Compared to other tea houses, this one is decent, but I’ve found at least one other in the Bay Area that is far superior. Overall, it was a nice experience.