The Baron York
1444 Washington Street
Clarkesville, GA
706-754-3044
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#7
of 58in GA
Hours
Mon - Sat 11:30am to 3:00pm
Mon - Sat 11:30am to 3:00pm
Additional hours by reservation
Overview
Nestled in the North Georgia mountains is a quiet little escape upstairs in the historic Baron York building. Savory flavors drift down a hallway through the sitting foyer and into the Clarkesville downtown square enticing hungry guests.
Nestled in the North Georgia mountains is a quiet little escape upstairs in the historic Baron York building. Savory flavors drift down a hallway through the sitting foyer and into the Clarkesville downtown square enticing hungry guests.
Tea,Lunch & Gift Shop
Mon - Sat 11:30-3:00
Dinner by Design
Reservations only
Fri & Sat nights
706-754-3044
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Food: Passing through Clarkesville, we rememebered that someone had mentioned enjoying a tea room there. When we asked after and found The Baron York, we were delighted by our find. All the smoke but without some of the usual harsh corners on my lapsang souchang, and my wife's Egyptian chamomile was delicate and fragrant. The food was the bigger surprise. The soup sounded unusual--lima bean with cilantro--but we were delighted by the unexpected way the herb complemented the bean. My wife vows her Greek egg salad was the best egg salad she's ever had (the olives were a nice surprise), and the Southern chicken salad I had was easily among the best I've had. As for Dea herself, she's been running this tea room for six years, and as I told my wife, I don't think I've ever met anyone in my life who is more clearly overjoyed by what she is doing. She is obviously doing what she loves, and that enthusiasm makes the whole experience all the lovelier. We'll definitely return. |
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- Lance 10/31/09 |
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Food: We've eaten at the Baron York several times now, and taken my English mother-in-law, who loved it! The food is scrumptious, the special-blend Baron York tea is addictive, and the bread is satisfyingly sweet. I absolutely love her egg salad sandwiches; my children often request Dea's peanut butterfly sandwiches, and even my husband enjoys some of the 'man' food that Dea added to her menu especially because of her experience raising robust boys. Dea really makes the visit special, with her bubbly personality and attentive service. From the moment you walk in the door, you feel you've made a new friend, whether you're local to the area or traveling from the far corners of the earth. After just one visit, Dea is no longer a new friend, but an old friend. She makes the effort to get to know her customers. Dea brings a flair of personality and energetic attentiveness that makes The Baron York--and the entire Clarkesville Square--a unique and satisfying experience. |
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- Jill W. 09/22/09 |
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Food:  I visited twice. 1st time I ordered a quiche-it eas served in individual corningware sm.bowl.It had a pastery thar was like carboard & the quiche was dry. A piece of 'homemadembread was sereved on a plate and it was not a 'neat' slice it was not good. Dessert was excellent. The next time I had potato soup which was ok but it was loaded the dill seasoning on top. I was diappointed. The owner was/is lovely & her young daughter was adorable. |
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- P.Winter 07/05/09 |
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Tearoom Response
Thank you for coming in again. So sorry the food was disappointing to you but glad the dessert was excellent. Keep giving us a try. I'll try to make a special order dish for you. (Oh, and thanks ... my daughter is adorable!)
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Food: The food and teas were excellent! Really enjoyed our visit. We are planning to go back in the Fall we enjoyed it so much. |
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- Kris 07/01/09 |
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Food: This was my first visit. The entry was warm and inviting. The food was so abundant we had to have a to-go box! Each scone was delicous and different. The sandwiches were exceptional. The chicken salad on phylo crust was amazing. The greek egg salad served in the shape of a teapot was another first! I can't wait to go again! We decided to change our initial idea of an annual tradition to more often than that! |
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- Debi 6/30/09 06/30/09 |
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Food: This was the second time I have come to your lovely tea room. The atmosphere is charming, elegant yet relaxed. The chicken salad sandwich was divine and the mint ice tea with juice was refreshing and wonderful. The service was personable and super friendly and my girlfriends and I had a great time. I am looking forward to visiting again when I am in town. |
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- Beate 06/24/09 |
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Tearoom Response
Thanks, B, always a pleasure to serve you.
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Food: My husband & I visited the Cafe'& Teahouse last Fall on a rainy day but felt very cozy and comfortable as we enjoyed the tasty homemade chili and the absolutely delicious cream of asparagus soup!!! Our hostess and dear friend,Dea Irby,was as ever, the 'hostess with the mostest'.We finished our meal with some scones and a 'spot 'o tea', the perfect ending to an afternoon of good eats and a happy reunion |
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- Karen & Roger P. 06/17/09 |
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Food: Brought my mom here for Mother's Day- and we were definitely impressed! I've had afternoon tea at some of the fanciest hotels in NY, Chicago, D.C.- and the food here surpassed them all! Very friendly service, too! Don't miss it! |
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- Randi 05/11/09 |
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Food: This has been the most wonderful tearoom I've been to in a while. My girlfriends and I try out a new tearoom every month or so. We found this one via Teamap.com and absolutely fell in love with it. The food was outstanding and service was not only good but delightful. I loved the chicken salad sandwiches. Whether having a 'high tea' menu or directly off the regular menu, the food was delicious. Some of us had the Queen's tea while another ordered off the menu. We were all totally satisfied. Definitely will be back especially if she does another 'Titanic' party. |
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- Barbara Nedoff 03/16/09 |
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Barbara, I enjoyed having you and your friends!!! And, yes, I'm having a Titanic dinner, Sat night, April 25...more details on my website.
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Food: Dea, It's taken me 'too' long to write my review for you, but here it is... My husband and I first came to your Tea House for our anniversary in July of '08. I had come across your ad in a local paper and was so excited, even though the drive would be an hour long., it didn't matter. From the time we drove into the parking lot and saw the adorable Tea House front on the second floor...I knew we were in the right place! But...then I came inside your door., and I knew even better in my heart of hearts...we were in the right Tea House. What we were about to experience was to learn how to 'rest', 'inhale peaceful moments as a couple', and listen to the 'outstanding selection of music meant for this place'. We were in a little bit of heaven on earth, that's where we were. While there, an... (more) |
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- ~CC Catherine & Johnny C. 02/28/09 |
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Catherine, you made MY dream come true. It was a joy to serve you both and give you your expereience!!!
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Food: Tea Tasting Class was informative and fun, and the food was just delicious. Many thanks for offering this class during the week so I could atend. Dea is very gracious, and I'm looking forward to returning for an Afternoon Tea soon! |
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- N. Byers 01/21/09 |
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Food: The McCoy girls are sisters who come together once each year to celebrate just being sisters. We meet in a different location and spend our time enjoying the sights. We have a special meal in a quaint local restaurant to add to the excitement of our time together. In 2008 we met in Clarksville, GA and pre-arranged our special meat at the Baron York Tea Room Cafe. Every detail was cared for in exquisitely grand style by owner Dea Irby. The lovely tea room was filled with Victorian lace and beautifully designed tea cups and servers. Our meal was not only tasteful, but the presentation was amazing and served with grace and charm. The house tea, a delicious blend that Dea developed, is a taste that makes us want to go back again and again. We highly recommend the Baron York to everyone...... (more) |
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- The McCoy Girls 01/02/09 |
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Thank you, thank you, McCoy Girls, such kind words!!! Always a pleasure to serve you.
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Food: I am 49 years old and have always wanted to experience a tearoom. I gave my best friend (also on her 'wish' list) a gift of a Duchess Tea at The Baron York in my old hometown of Clarkesville, Georgia. It was everything I had hoped for and more. Thank you Dea for a memorable event--one of many as I plan to bring my friends from Dahlonega to see you. To anyone reading this: this was an experience of a lifetime! Best Wishes for a wonderful New Year. Gay |
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- Gay Abercrombie 12/29/08 |
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What a privilege to be the one to serve you your first tea in a tearoom! I look forward to your return...with all your friends!
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Food: I was so happy to come across this wonderful Tea Room... the ladies were so nice and the food delish. I live out of state and was visiting my friends who flew into GA from England. They had a great time and so did I. If you are in the area you need to stop in. |
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- Tracy Long 12/26/08 |
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Traci, I'm glad you found me, also. It was a treat to meet your friends from England, too.
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