Serenity Tearoom

This is my second time to the tearoom - the first was with my grown son. He loved the lunch. This time with a group of ladies. Each time the experience was top notch. Just walking into the tearoom removes one from the 'noisi-ness' of the outside! Had the Mango Rooibos and it was better than the Rooibos I had in South Africa. All the sandwiches were fresh. The ability of the tearoom to handle my nut allergy and provide an alternative as well as to let me know which teas had nuts in them was simply one example of the 'customer caring' shown. The operation of the tearoom by Mrs. Henry (the owner) and staff should be a full blown management case in product positioning and quality customer service for the Wharton, Howard and Harvard Schools of Business!!

A charming and lovely tearoom. Blanche, the owner, was friendly and welcoming, as was her staff. The selection of 60 teas was impressive (the earl grey cream was delicious). The three tiered tray was abundant with sweet and savory treats (chicken cashew salad, cucumber sandwiches, scones, strawberry tea bread, tiny fruit tarts, chocolate dipped strawberries,etc.) and the clotted cream and lime curd were scrumptious. A great value for the price and a wonderful experience.

I was not sure I would enjoy my Traditional Afternoon Tea but I enjoyed everything about it. They had a great selection of what I would call traditional teas like Earl Gray and Irish Breakfast and specialty teas like Valentine Day that went well with the fruit tarts and tea cookies that they served. I would recommend Serenity Tearoom to any guy who want to earn points with their favorite ladies and you will enjoy it yourself.

A great 'find' on Patrick St.
Blanche and her staff do a grand job with presentation and variety.

Enjoyed everything about this tearoom. The owner was very friendly and explained every aspect of the tea and was able to answer every questio asked.

Great place. Offered an intimate place for me and my daughter to connect and share some one on one time. We were doing a special book together. Great tea, warm pastries with nice toppings and very friendly staff.

I recently attended a birthday celebration at the Serenity Tea Room. The sandwiches and sweets were fine. I think that people have different expectations about 'going out for tea'. When I go for tea, I want an elegant setting with beautiful atmosphere and serving pieces. Although the room is somewhat tranquil, I think that they could really step it up to become a more elegant tea salon. The servers should all be in uniforms, the table cloths should be more elegant, the tea pots should be more elegant, etc. And the bathroom---a total make over is required.

Most delicious! Butternut Squash soup, warm scones, bite size chicken salad in pastry, hot caramel tea...I could go on and on. A beautiful assortment of perfectly prepared and served goodies. The fun just kept coming! We had a wonderful time! We will return!!

We found Serenity Tearoom by accident and just walked in to a wonderful experience. The food and service are as good as any high tea I have had in a tearoom or at a fine hotel. The selection and knowledge of tea was awesome. The food was mostly homemade and the scones were the best ever. You won't be disappointed by the experience or the gracious service.

I have been to several tearooms in different locations in Maryland. This tearoom is my favorite by far! Over 85 teas to choose from, and the teapot is bottomless. You can choose as many different teas that your belly can handle! The food portions were beyond expectations and were scrumptious! The owner and staff were absolutely delightful. Will travel the 3 hours again (each way) just to experience the ambiance of this tearoom!

Excellent!! Such a wonderful variety and so quaint and personable.

Great atmosphere and wonderful service.

Our afternoon at Serenity Tearoom was an extra special treat for my mother's 80th birthday. Excellent food, service and tea!

Loved it! A very relaxing and dignified experience!

The decaf Courtlodge tea was amazingly delicious.

Looking forward to going again.

This was my second visit to the tea room with a group and we were treated as guests. The tea and sandwiches were excellant.All was outstanding. Same with the service. It was a wonderful afternoon treat.

We were not impressed with this tea room. We had an 11 am. reservation and had to wait ouside on a chilly day for them to open the doors and not a minute early either. Unususal for our experiences of a tea room. The one server, who we believe to be the owner-Blanche was not very pleasant. Pricey and the food was not the best. Unlike other reviews as I have seen. Maybe we looked at her wrong????!! We will not return.
Gail

Going to Serenity for high tea was a peerless experience. From the outside, it is a business. Once you walk inside and meet Blanche, she treats you like you are in her home. The food is presented well and tastes even better! The selection of teas is outstanding and it is difficult to choose which one to sample, so I highly recommend getting the endless tea to taste from as many teas as you like! I cannot recommend Serenity enough, Blanche is a business owner when you enter, a friend when you leave.

Going to Serenity for high tea was a peerless experience. From the outside, it is a business. Once you walk inside and meet Blanche, she treats you like you are in her home. The food is presented well and tastes even better! The selection of teas is outstanding and it is difficult to choose which one to sample, so I highly recommend getting the endless tea to taste from as many teas as you like! I cannot recommend Serenity enough, Blanche is a business owner when you enter, a friend when you leave.

Going to Serenity for high tea was a peerless experience. From the outside, it is a business. Once you walk inside and meet Blanche, she treats you like you are in her home. The food is presented well and tastes even better! The selection of teas is outstanding and it is difficult to choose which one to sample, so I highly recommend getting the endless tea to taste from as many teas as you like! I cannot recommend Serenity enough, Blanche is a business owner when you enter, a friend when you leave.

Blanche called me at home the night before we arrived to celebrate my mother's 92nd birthday. She was friendly and welcoming. Her friendliness and approachable manner continued when we arrived. She clearly explained our wonderful choices and described several possible tea choices. The servers were polite and positive. The food was DELICIOUS and beautifully presented. We spent at least 2 hours enjoying ourselves and have a totally wonderful time. Thank you very much for a relaxing and pleasant afternoon tea.

A wonderful, extensive selection of whole leaf teas brewed to perfection and presented in attractive pots. We always enjoy their delicious food(best scones and tea sandwiches in the area!)and conversation over at least two varieties of teas. The owner is very friendly and enjoys taking time to answer any questions we may have about the teas or the food she prepares fresh daily. Atmosphere is calm and traditional. Taking tea here is always a relaxing and uplifting experience!

Our group of enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere, variety of tea flavors to choose from and freshly-prepared food. The service was top-notch; and the owner was very approachable, friendly and knowledgeable about the different teas. We found 'Serenity' during our visit, and highly recommend that you visit also if you are seeking your afternoon of 'Serenity.'

My wife and I very much enjoyed this tearoom and Blanch herself. I particularly endorse the review by Moore dated 10/31/10. We found the food quality excellent, and a very extensive tea list to choose from. We particularly favor named estate teas and chose Assam Behora - a first for us and very good. The leaf itself was not stale and lifeless as I have found it can be at tearooms which serve black teas to very few customers - it was fresh, and properly brewed with water at the boiling point - a critical matter for the black tea lover. I purchased some of this tea before leaving, It has a pleasing woodsy/floral bouquet late on the palate which I have not experienced before with an Assam. Our visit was indeed serene because the tearoom was uncrowded - when filled with ladies in a celebratory mood, what then?

My whole tea experience was just lovely!! Service was prompt. Waitstaff were knowledgeable and friendly. I had a wonderful experience :o) Will return soon . . .

Attended a bridal shower at Serenity. Great atmosphere, service and selection. Wonderful tea and food!

Over the last 6 years, I've visited Serenity Tea Room several times. In August, I was fortunate enough to travel to England and Scotland and had tea and scones several places. I had been especially looking forward to The Pump House in Bath, England. The room was very elegant and the afternoon tea was special, but NOWHERE did I taste scones as good as Blanche's at Serenity...I know a review is subjective, but one need travel no further than Serenity Tea Room in Frederick, to have the Very Best Scones!

I had a wonderful experience with my two friends at Serenity Tearoom. Blanche is a gem to work with for special occasions..!!

Had a great time here with a bunch of my sisters! Would recommend to anyone. Will go back again.

This was my second time to Serenity, this time for a friend's birthday! Rooibus tea selection is GREAT! I'm a no caffeine girl! This a a very quaint facililty and Blanch does a great job chatting with her customers and learning about them and we loved learning about her and her daughters! Food was fabulous and we got scones to go for breakfast the next day!

It's worth driving out of your way to experience the perfect afternoon tea experience. Delicious tea sandwiches, pastries and condiments (all made from scratch) served at pleasant home setting. We felt as if we were having afternoon tea at an English Townhome. The owner is welcoming and personable. Everything about the place is just delightful.

My friend and I were in Frederick on a girls outing and we called Serenity for a last minute reservation for the 3 pm seating. We were graciously accommodated and it was the best. Blanch made us feel at home, the food was plentiful and delicious. Her daughters were excellent in the presentation and explanation of the tea sandwiches and pastries. I highly recommend Serenity; it was a comforting and serene place to have tea and enjoy your group and the regulars that frequent this great place.

This is a magical place to have tea and the food, ambiance and service are outstanding. Blanche and her staff go out of their way to make your experience one you will not forget. A truly special tea room.

Blanche, the tea room owner provided us a wonderful afternoon high tea. The food is so varied and delicious! Service is great and the tea room is so pleasant, decorated beautifully. My party of 5 all loved our meal and plan to return many times in the future.

The PERFECT Tearoom experience! Blanche is so warm and kind. The ambiance is beautiful and inviting and the food/tea are delicious. Can't wait to visit again! Had the peach bisque, apricot/cinnamon scones and the assortment of sweets and sandwiches. The strawberry tea is wonderful.

A most enjoyable tea experience. The variety of teas, sandwiches and pastries were all excellent. Mrs. Henry was most welcoming, and her menu selection and presentation were enjoyed by all.

I have been to Serenity Tea Room many times, and it always proves to be outstanding in every way. On my most recent visit, I introduced my mother to the tea room. We had delicious strawberry soup, scrumptious scones and delicious panini sandwiches.

Everything was perfect. The selection of tea was outstanding, the food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was flawless and we were made to feel like honored guests. A truly wonderful experience

We were served by the owner. She made our experience like we were visiting her in her home. Delightful!

delightful experience! food presentation and taste outstanding. we felt like visiting guests- so welcomed. worth the trip- must make reservations.

My friend and I took tea at Serenity and loved it. The food was excellent and very filling. The only problem I had was that the bathroom had an overwhelming potpourri scent to it that was so strong that I smelled it for a long time after I left that room. Otherwise, our tea experience was excellent.

My girlfriends and I enjoy the tearoom every couple of months. The food is wonderful, the staff is very pleasant and the atmosphere is beautiful. I highly recommend the tearoom for special occaisions and simple get togethers with friends and family.

I have known about this tearoom for years but had never been able to go here before because the dates my group wanted were always booked! Now I can understand why; this is an A-list tearoom (and I've been to untold numbers of tearooms). The list of tea selections was endless), the choice of toppings was extremely varied and unique, and the food was delicious. Serenity is definitely a 'go to' place for afternoon tea lovers.

I was extremely impressed with Serenity Tearoom. It had an elegant flair to it, and was a great expericence. The assortment of teas were delicious, the scones were buttery, sweet, and flavorful, and the finger sandwiches were truly delightful. The Serenity Tearoom staff were very friendly, and prepared everything well.

This tearoom is well worth the drive! The food selections were plentiful and delicious. There was a huge selection of teas to choose from. One thing you MUST have - the scones with the homemade jam were the BEST - a must-have when going to Serenity. Blanch was so friendly and has a true passion for tea and customer service! I will be back and recommending to friends!

I love this tea room. They are always gracious and the food is excellent!

Brought my visiting sister-in-law for the works- the royal tea. She loved it! Everything was so delicious. I plan on taking another relative there very soon. Blanche and her staff take wonderful care of you.

My whole experience at Serenity was lovely. From the food, to the ambiance, to the hospitality, everything was wonderful. I will go back again soon!

The tea was prepared out of sight, but when it arrived it was wonderful. Had it been prepared at the table I would have given it an 'excellent' rating.

A wonderful experience over all with smiling and knowledgeable staff. An uplifting event.

This is the finest Tea room I've ever experienced. The owner, Blanche, is friendly and filled with southern elegance and charm. The scones are fresh and warm, I love the homemade soups-today I had the chicken tortilla and it was fabulous. There is a wide selection of tea choices and every member of my party was able to select their favorite tea-endless pot. The price is reasonable and outclasses the Strathmore tea room by far and is much less expensive.

I was visiting from New Jersey, and my cousin and I went to Frederick to walk around and eat at the Serenity Tea Room. The food was excellent and there was a good selection. The staff was friendly and attentive, and Blanch, the owner, made us feel like guests in her own home! I would certainly come back here again.

I absolutely loved this tearoom in historic Frederick. I am visiting from CA and found this tearoom online and after reading the reviews, decided to take my daughter. It was so enjoyable I would recommend it to anyone visiting this area. Blanch was the most gracious hostess and her menu was fantastic. The food was delicious with sandwiches, scones, and jams that can't be beat. I would recommend this tearoom highly.

I absolutely loved this tearoom in historic Frederick. I am visiting from CA and found this tearoom online and after reading the reviews, decided to take my daughter. It was so enjoyable I would recommend it to anyone visiting this area. Blanch was the most gracious hostess and her menu was fantastic. The food was delicious with sandwiches, scones, and jams that can't be beat. I would recommend this tearoom highly.

A friend and I stopped in without reservations and we were still graciously served delicious food. I highly recommend this for any traveler looking for a place to relax an refresh.

We had a wonderful time and Blanch is a fantastic hostess! It was well worth the ride from Harford County.

My mom, sisters and I visited Serenity 6/4/11 for the first time. It was a 130 mile round trip, but was well worth it! The tea was perfect, the food was excellent and the service was friendly. Blanch is a wonderful hostess and her staff polite, friendly and helpful.

Lovely tea room with warm hospitality from owner!

I come here all the time and it is consistently a wonderful experience. The food is divine and the service is always impeccable. If you have the chance, go!

My group had the traditional High Tea, and it was wonderful. The tearoom itself is a beautiful space, the Darjeeling Blend and the service were both perfect, and the food was delicious -- warm golden raisin scones with clotted cream, chocolate covered strawberries, . . . !!! Can't wait to go back!

My daughter and I really enjoyed ourselves..
The tea, food and service was wonderful!

My mother and I really enjoyed the traditional high tea. I especially liked that not only are the pots of tea endless, but once you've finished a pot, you can switch the type of tea for your next pot. The savories and sweets were all delicious and plentiful. The tea, food, atmosphere, and service all made for a very pleasant experience!

My Mom and I had a wonderful experience. The food and tea were delicious. The scones were amazing; particularly the tropical scones. I loved the variety of curds (lemon, passion fruit...). The food was wonderful. We will definitely be coming back soon! A truly enjoyable afternoon.

I used to work at the Beverly Hills Hotel tea room. We served a beautiful high tea and today's royal tea was 100% better. The food and tea were amazing, the ambience beatiful and the staff beyond compare.

I have had tea at the Biltmore Hotel in Asheville, NC. This is as good or better. What a wonderful experience. My 18 year old granddaughter enjoyed it equally well!

Had a traditional High tea for my bridal shower here and it was everything I had hoped and more. Beautiful space, fantastic food, teas and service. Can't wait to go back!

My Red Hat Group, 'The Chesapeake Chicks' went to the Serenity Tea Room on Thursday May 5th. This was my 4th visit and so I suggested to my 'Chicks' that we enjoy an afternoon strolling through downtown Frederick and then have a relaxing High Tea. Blanche and her staff made everyone feel welcome and relaxed. Blanche's food is made with LOVE. You can tell that when you taste the various foods. I am amazed at the large variety of Teas that are offered. It was worth the 60 mile drive and the high price of gas to visit the Serenity Tea Room. Looking forward to visiting in the warmer weather to have my Tea outside. Thanks Blanche for making my trip delicious and relaxing.

This was my second trip and our redhat group of 4 was very pleased with the delicious offerings of tea, sandwiches, scones and eye candy desserts, Blanche went above and beyond to please us.

The staff was extremely nice, and was willing to repeat the explanations of what the food and tea was. Also the tea pleased me very much, and the food was amazing! I loved the sandwiches and scones, the sandwiches were very tasty and well made, the scones were nice and light, it went extremely well with the curd I picked. The cups were so cute and dainty, I just loved the sugar cubes as well...The atmosphere was so calm the music was a nice touch so you couldn't hear the other people in the room, and all pauses were filled with pleasant music. It was my birthday and they brought out a beautiful small bite sized cake shaped like a rose, with chocolate for the stalk....It was an amazing experience.

Lovely setting, delightful, friendly staff/owners. Great location, table setting inviting, though would prefer cloth napkins. Love the mix of tea sets, yummy selection of foods, nicely presented.

Here is my expectation and my experience at Serenity in Frederick:
1.) Excellent loose tea brewed in a ceramic teapot holding 3 cups of perfectly steeped tea.
2.) Bone china tea cup and saucer with a small teaspoon just the right size to stir neatly.
3.) A tiered presentation of savory tea sandwiches and canapes as well as sweet custard cups and small cookies and fruit cups.
4.) Comfortable chairs and tables with adequate space between and fresh flowers in vases on each table.
5.) An exceptionally clean and interesting lady/gents (it serves both) room that has all you need to freshen up.
Above and beyond my expectations was the retail section where I was able to purchase my favorite tea of the 3 pots I tried. The music was at just the right volume and the selections perfect for a serene tearoom experience. I will be back most definitely with friends and family.

A wonderful spot! The teas are excellent, there is an incredible variety, and the food at the afternoon tea times is terrific too. The owner is so welcoming and the service is excellent. You seem to enter another world when you walk into the Serenity Tea Room. We've been several times, and plan to keep going even though Frederick is 50 minutes away.

Visited this past Saturday for my future sister-in-law's bridal shower. What an excellent experience! Charming, comfy atmosphere. The owner is amazing, warm and friendly. The selection of finger sandwiches and bite-size desserts was phenomenal, and the tea was perfect... so many varieties it was hard to choose! I can't wait to go back!! :)

The food, tea, and service are excellent. The atmosphere is truly relaxing. I have had the opportunity to enjoy several teas here. Serenity Tearoom is the finest. I just cannot say enough about the owner and staff perfect hostess.

Attended a bridal shower for my future daughter -in-law, at Serenity and it was wonderful.The food,tea. and service was excellant and such a relaxing atmosphere.This is a place I will definitley visit more often.I just can't say enough about the owner and staff.I felt like I knew them for years.Excellant all the way around/

My first time there...My bridal shower was held at Serenity Tearoom. Everything was beautiful! The service was excellent, as well as the food and teas! The owner was wonderful in helping my shower run smoothly...couldn't have asked for anything better! Definitely recommending this lovely place!

I was there for a Bridal Shower - the presentation was excellent as was the tea, food & service. The owner went out of her way to make it a great time for all.

Ms Blanch and her staff do tea right here. From the endless pots of tea brewed to perfection to the delicious made from scratch savories and sweets, this is the best tearoom I've been to in years. Most of all, it's the gracious hospitality and attention to detail that make Serenity Tearoom such a wonderful spot for Tea.

My first visit to Serenity Tea Room was a few years ago. I went with three dear friends to celebrate spring. Since that time, I have returned with other friends and family members because the experience is so special. From the delicious food to the pampering you receive from Mrs. Henry and her staff, the entire experience makes for precious memories. Thank you, Ms. Blanche for creating an atmosphere where friends can meet and enjoy unhurried time together!

This is a lovely tea room. Decorated in a Victorian style in a small room with lovely tableware. This was my 3rd visit and I love it every time. Owner and other family members are always charming, informative, cheerful, professional. Food is absolutely delicious - especially the butternut squash soup! I know I will be visitng there again soon!

Outstanding! This is the best tea I have ever experienced - lovely & serene setting with soothing music played in the backgrownd. It was a relaxing experienc - a welcome relief from the stress of daily living around here with all the hustle & bustle. The food was divine and beautifully presented and there was so much food. I relished every bite. I think they have just about every kind of tea you can imagine. Blanche and her staff explain in detail everything they serve and she is the most gracious hostess as are her assistants. This is superior to the Ritz Carlton. Five stars!!!

There is a reason this tearoom is rated #1 in MD. It is evident why every time we are fortunate enough to enjoy tea there. Blanche is a perfect hostess. She really cares about the quality of the food and making her customers happy. She honors requests for vegetarian options. This time we enjoyed a wonderful butternut squash soup, a choice of 3 scones which were all delicious (because we shared to try them all!) and luscious sandwiches including egg salad,traditional cucumber and an herbed tomato cream cheese. Her strawberry tea is especially luscious. We are so grateful that Blanche shares her love of tea with us.

Fantastic food and service.

This was my first time at Serenity Tearoom, but it certainly won't be my last! The service was fantastic, everyone was so friendly! The food was very very good! The portions were just right and everything looked (and tasted) perfect. Not to mention the tea! There were so many options, each one escribed really nicely. I can not reccomend Serenity Tearoom highly enough.

This is the first time going to Serenity. I have to say, that it was absolutely wonderful. The building was very charming, the food and tea excellent and the the staff was awesome. I would highly recommend Serenity and am planning on going back.

I have lived all over the country and seek out tea rooms where ever I live. I moved to Virginia a year and half ago and have been searching for a tea room. I have been to several in Virginia and Maryland and this tea shop is a dream come true and huge blessing! From the minute you walk in the door the smell of tea and fresh baked goods greets your senses. Blanche and the other woman made me feel right at home. Everything was perfect, the decor was beautiful, the food spectacular, the tea amazing. The food is made from scratch and are items you can't easily make at home. The scones were light, buttery, melt in your mouth, warm and served with yummy choices of jams, and cream. The tea was steeped perfectly and I love that you can try different teas after you finish your first pot. Don't waste your time and money going to any other tea shop this place is worth any drive.

Excellent food and tea as well as awesome service. I keep going back for more.

I've said it many times and will say it many, many more - This is the BEST tearoom I've EVER been too. I've had tea all over the world including the British Isles and China, but nothing tops Blanche and her Serenity Tearoom.

My mom, grandmother and I go at least once a month. We are always warmly welcomed, never rushed, have the best time (food, tea and social-wise), and leave feeling happy and relaxed.

The tea selection keeps me picking at least one new tea each time I go..and if I can't make up my mind, Blanche and her girls have never failed at surprising me with an excellent cuppa. The food is not only tasty, but artfully done.

If you get the chance to experience one of the special event teas, go for it! Not only do you get a wonderfully delicious meal, but you get a tea cup and saucer to remember the experience.

If you're going to be near Frederick, don't pass this gem of a tea sanctuary up!

Last Saturday afternoon, a photographer friend and I visited the Serenity Tearoom in Frederick, Maryland. It was love at first sight. The atmosphere was warm, friendly, and very relaxing. The service was second to none, and the owner and staff were so professional, warm and as friendly as the delectable tea which they served to us. The tea cakes, scones, curd, clotted cream were the best I have ever tasted. I highly recommend this Tea Room to everyone. The location is convenient; and a perfect place to relax, mingle with friends. I shall return again, and again. I have two words to describe this tea room: 'perfect' and 'heavenly'.

Had my first visit this weekend, Oh my!!! The atmosphere is just as serene as the name....very relaxing. I especially enjoyed the selections...something for everyone. I will be back...

This was me and my friend first time visiting a tearoom. We had a wonderful experience. The service was great and the food was delicious. We will return again.

THE BEST TEAROOM ON THE EAST COAST. WE HAVE BEEN TO MANY TEAROOMS AND THIS IS THE BEST. EXCELLENT SERVICE AND DELICIOUS SCONES, AND THE FOOD IS HOMEMADE. WE JUST LOVE THIS TEAROOM.

Serenity Tea Room is simply wonderful! A warm welcome, excellent service, plus delicious tea and food. I had scones and jam and they were the best I've ever had - and I'm English and have eaten A LOT of scones! Thank you Blanche for a lovely and peaceful tea.