Serenity Tearoom

attended a bridal shower here. Wonderful experience. The service and the food were excellent and the presentation was elegant

First went here in 2007. Was glad to still find it in 2013. A wonderful lunch and great chat with the owner.

5 stars all around for this cozy, polished tearoom. Angel was very knowledgeable regarding the tea selection and helped us make great choices. We received perfectly brewed teas in small plain pots which we then enjoyed drinking from a fantastic variety of cups that the owner has collected over many years ~ beautiful presentation. My cold strawberry soup was outstanding. The finger foods allowed us to taste a variety of textures and flavors that were chosen carefully so that each morsel complements another ~ well balanced. Almost all of the food is prepared fresh, on premises. I highly recommend Serenity.

We loved the selection of teas and the quality of food and drink. The pastries were particularly nice. Service left something to desire. It took a long time to get tea to our table. I think it's the individual pots. I would rather share a large pot (or two) at the table than have to wait so long for all the individual pots. I was also a little put-off by the litany of reasons for potential fees that my credit card risked if any of my friends decided not to show or changed their mind about what they wanted for tea. (You have to make your menu selection in advance.) Although it's probably personal preference, I didn't like the idea of 'seating' times. Having to arrive at a certain hour, receiving slow service and then being rushed out (albeit nicely...with to go cups) took away from the experience. Overall, this was a very nice tea house with superior food/tea quality. With a few tweaks in the service concept it would be a nearly perfect experience.

Wonderful experience. Everything tasted amazing. A little burst of flavor in every bite. Delicious teas. Huge selection. Very attentive staff.

I have had an annual birthday tea party for the past 5 years, and it is always the highlight of my year! My friends and I have a wonderful time, the food and tea are excellent, and Blanche and her staff are warm, friendly, welcoming and just plain sweet! Overall, the best gift I get all year!

I brought a group of 10 for the first time to Serenity Tearoom. What a wonderful experience we all had. There was a wide variety of loose leaf teas to choose from. We all had something different and everyone enjoyed the kind they had chosen. The food was fresh, flavorful, and plenty. The setting was quaint and lovely. Ms. Blanche was a wonderful hostess to us. We all had such a good time that I'm sure we will return

We love Serenity Tearoom! Blanche, Angel and the other staff at Serenity Tearoom are always pleasant, courteous and very friendly. We recently held my daughter's Bridal Shower at Serenity Tearoom and it was a wonderful experience. All the Shower guests raved about the food, not only was it delicious but the presentation was beautiful. Angel is so talented, she decorated the chocolate covered strawberries in the colors of the Wedding (a bride) for my daughter and tuxedos (in browns & blues) for the rest of the guests. They were adorable! My daughter has been to tearooms all over the world and she says she isn't exaggerating that Serenity Tearoom is 'The Best!' We highly recommend Blanche and the staff at Serenity Tearoom for a leisurely afternoon tea or having them host an afternoon social event. We attend all of the special event teas that Serenity Tearoom offers, we highly recommend them, you won't be disappointed!

excellent selection of teas and endless pot refills. relaxed atmosphere and owner was very attentive and professional. gluten free available, delicious, and I did not feel left out of any of the goodies!

This was our first 'tearoom' visit and our experience was absolutely fabulous! Make the trip, relax and enjoy!

This is the first real tea room I have been to. My family had an amazing time and the service was exceptional. The owner, Blanche, is so genuine and friendly and she made the experience what it was. This was time well spent and I will be back again.

Love love love this tearoom! My favorite place to have tea and I've been to many! Blanche is a wonderful hostess and puts her heart and soul into this tearoom. Wonderful scones, delicious sandwiches and desserts, many choices for toppings and an extensive selection of great teas! I've been telling all my friends about this place. It's my third time here and I will keep coming back for sure!

What a wonderful experience!! Blanche and her staff were welcoming and just a delight!! The food was fabulous and so many teas to choose from. I would definitely recommend to my family and friends and will certainly make a return visit.

Blanche and her staff were warm and welcoming and had prepared beautiful foods. There were so many teas on the menu (65), it was tough to pick one. Fortunately, you don't have to stop at one - our party of 4 each had 2 kinds and we shared them so we had a lot of variety. What a delightful experience; I'll certainly go back.

My mom and I had the pleasure of returning here, and we're so happy we did. Between the friendliness of the owner to the delicious food and tea offered, we will definitely be making it a point to visit here again.

What an amazing afternoon with my two daughters and granddaughter. This was a treat extraordinaire! I never ate such delectable scones, Everything was arranged so beautifully and the tastes were exquisite. Blanche is an amazing hostess. We wish her well! It added so much to our trip to Frederick from Richmond!

The variety of sandwiches, scones and desserts was excellent, and there was more food than I could eat! The whole leaf tea selection was extensive and varied; I think there were close to 70 teas; the teas were also for sale in the gift shop. The atmosphere was quiet in what was likely the living room of an old brownstone.

What a treat it is to go the Serenity Tearoom. When you leave you are full of excellent tea (so many to choose from!), variety of delicious food (LOVE the scones) and elegance all around. But Blanche is the one who brings the package all together with her warmth. She makes you feel as though you are home again. Thanks!

What a delightful treat for an afternoon out with friends!! Blanche is the perfect hostess & makes you so welcome & comfortable. The teas are so enjoyable that one wants to try them all - come back often so you can!!! The southwest chicken soup was amazing!!! the scones delicious & the tea sandwiches so many delightful tastes. Of course, we haven't even mentioned the desserts!! You must spend time there to relax & enjoy!! Can't wait to go back!

I went with my girlfriend who lives in Frederick-she highly recommended it and had been on 2 other occasions. The service and atmosphere were superb. The teas and treats were marvelous. Can't wait to go back again!

'Excellent' expresses it all and describes my third experience at Serenity Tearoom in Frederick MD. Our hostess, the owner, was warm,welcoming and gracious. She was so in touch with each of our needs, which included 8 guests and one with special dietary needs. The menu was beautifully developed,described,prepared and served. Of note are the butternut squash soup, the cranberry orange scones with Key Lime curd, and the selection of tea sandwiches. Oops, don't forget the beautifully presented tea desserts! If you seek a beautifully delivered afternoon tea in the Frederick MD area, please consider Serenity Tearoom.

I took my friend to Serenity Tea Room as a Christmas present and we had a delightful time. I'm a vegetarian and they checked with me when I made the reservation, so they would be prepared. The food was delicious. The one soup was not to my tastes and I politely passed on it. The proprietor was extremely kind and took it off of my bill. Lovely experience.

I just got home from having a birthday tea at Serenity Tearoom with 7 friends. It was PHENOMENAL. Blanch, the owner, is charming and personable and really takes the time to explain the food and tea selections to you. My party and I had the traditional high tea, which was $37.00 per person. This price included tax and gratuity.

The food was to die for! I had the butternut squash soup and I've never had better. Creamy and seasoned perfectly. The hubby had the white chicken chili and is still talking about how good it was. Each of the tea sandwiches were perfectly presented and had an astonishing amount of filling, considering they are finger sandwiches. The star of the show, however, were the scones. Like most of the food served at Serenity, they are made from scratch everyday. I h... (more)ad the house special English Golden Raisin with clotted cream and lemon curd. It was the most moist and delightful scone I've ever had the pleasure of eating. Hubby had the January feature scone, Cranberry Orange. He topped his with clotted cream and the house-made key lime curd. I've never seen him enjoy a baked good more! All of the other high tea foods, such as the bread and tarts showed the same amount of care in preparation and were just as tasty. For my birthday, they even surprised me with a special dessert!

The highlight of the evening was the tea. Unlike most tea rooms where you must stick to your original tea selection for refills, Blanch allows each pot to be a different flavor. I started with the Buckingham Palace Garden Party which is a blend of Earl Grey and Jasmine teas. Amazing. My second pot was the Valentine's Blend, black teas combined with Swiss chocolate and roses. Others at my table at different varieties and all really enjoyed their choices. Blanch offers an astounding variety of choices for teas. I believe there were at least 40 on the menu. Serenity also has an in-house retail shop where you can purchase all of her fine teas and many tea accessories.

As we left, Blanch thanked me repeatedly for allowing her to help celebrate my birthday. You can tell she really loves her business, heart and soul.

The girls and I have decided Serenity Tearoom will be a monthly occurrence. The food and hospitable atmosphere are too lovely to only enjoy occasionally.

What a charming tea room with an excellent selection of teas and scones and other delicious fare. The owner was warm and friendly and definitely passionate about her business! I am looking forward to returning.

Just enjoyed our 3rd visit to this most perfect tea room. The scones are outstanding and so is the selection of food items. The service is warm and wonderful. Looking forward to our 4 th visit.

Charming! Owner and staff were wonderful, food was excellent. Located on a lovely street with antique shops; make a whole afternoon of it!

Just back from a wonderful tea with friends. Everything was wonderful,tea,food, presentation, was all done with so much care. The owner is charming and you could feel her passion for her business. I plan to go back many more time. Serenity is a feel good place.

A friend took me to the tearoom on Saturday. We just wanted to have tea and scones. Unfortunately, their dining room was full but they prepared and packaged everything for us to go. The owners are fabulous and the service was terrific. We took our delightful bundles down by the creek and enjoyed our treats. I had the sweet potato scone with a walnut cream topping - IT WAS HEAVEN!!!! My tea was warm and delicious. I didn't know about the Serenity Tearoom before Saturday but I will now be a lifelong customer.

The staff has created a tea room that is welcoming and serene, as the name implies. The tea was served like fine wine and had distinct flavor and appearance. The food was fresh, flavorful, and presented beautifully. We will definitely return.

Way above excellent in all aspects! Delicious treats perfectly presented in a most welcoming way. Superb tea selection,expertly brewed.

A beautiful setting for my mother's birthday. The service, food, and tea were excellent. Quite a selection of teas, everyone found something they loved. All of the food was fresh, artfully presented, and delicious. We will be visiting again soon!

A friend and I were in the area, she said we just HAD to go there for lunch because we would both love the atmosphere and really GOOD tea. Well she was right Serenity Tearoom was perfect for our afternoon out. I had the Golden Monkey and it was Amazing! I will go there over and over and recommend it to all my friends

My friend and I were out on an afternoon walk and decided to have lunch at the Serenity Tearoom. The place was as serene as its name, the food was wonderful and the service was great. I can not wait to go back.

My girlfriend and I chose to celebrate our birthdays this year by going to Serenity Tearoom. We had a fantastic time, the food was delicious, the service was great and we were able to sample four different teas with no extra cost. They even gave us an unexpected birthday treat! Can't wait to go back.

Serenity Tearoom was an absolutely awesome experience. My best friend & I celebrated our birthdays there. The food was great, all homemade, the service was wonderful. Can't wait to go again.

My husband and 4-year old daughter took me to Serenity Tearoom for my birthday. Serenity Tearoom is simple and very friendly. It does not have that stuffiness or pretentiousness sometimes found at other tearooms. Serenity Tearoom offers a wide selection of teas. My husband, who is not an avid tea drinker like me, loved the hazelnut vanilla tea. The food is homemade and delicious - really enjoyed the butternut squash soup. The owner, Blanch Henry, served us and she was very personable. She was so accommodating to our daughter. She was an absolutely lovely lady. If you get the chance, you have to meet her. It was superb service - including the added artistic birthday treat at the end. The only negatives I have is that the dining room can be a little noisy and the sight of paper napkins can be a little off-putting; but the overall experience was lovely - very comparable to british tearooms, such as Auntie's Tea Shop in Cambridge (visited in 1996).

It was a very good experience; however, there should be more savory offerings a fewer sweets. In a normal meal, the ratio is not 50-50. I would have preferred 70% savory and 30% sweet.

I am from New York and have also spent much time in Ireland and England, The Serenity Tearoom would easily become a popular gathering place in any of these areas. The selection, and high quality, of the tea served is wonderful, plus it is prepared in the proper manner which is so important in ensuring a pure taste. The tea sandwiches, the scones, and the sweets were all sheer delights. This is a tearoom that is not to be missed! The Links Divas, from Gettysburg, PA, all had a serene, and sublime, experience.

Had a wonderful time! The owner was so gracious and made us feel so special. Unlimited pot of tea and you can change flavors! Great food and ambiance. Highly recommend!

This was my first High Tea experience on Saturday, September 29 with the Pink Hatters ladies it was wonderful.

I went with two friends and we had a wonderful tea. This was a second visit for all of us. We were just as pleased as the first time. The food was delicious and well presented. After our tea, we enjoyed shopping in the tea shop and purchasing some tea and scones to take home. Well worth the trip.

Delightful experience, delicious food, and attentive service! A real treat!

I visited Serenity Tearoom for the first time on Saturday. The service was great. The owner/server made you feel really welcome. There were so many teas to choose from. The food was good and the cost of the tea was a great place. I have paid $50 plus dollars for teas and paid half the price this time with the same amount of food. The best part is being able to change you tea without being charged I would recommend this place for tea. Very quaint atomsphere.

Serenity was amazing ...fixed up so pretty and wow so many teas to choose!(over 60 varieties) Everything was delicious! The owner was most personal and very nice to chat with!! Will definately come back again! So nice to get out with friends to a quiet afternoon of tea!

The first tea place I ever went to was a Jane Austen tea room in England, so America had a lot to live up to after that. The Serenity Tea Room would have lived up to Austen's expectations. Dozens and dozens and dozens of tea options. You are not given many options to choose from with pastries and sandwiches, but what we got was still delicious and entirely homemade, so I cannot complain. :)

Very cozy and welcoming environment. The staff was friendly and efficient and the owner was especially fun to chat with. She even shared her opinions of other tea rooms in the area. The food was delicious and mostly homemade!

I took my granddaughter, very picky eater, with food allergies, to a full tea here today. Blanche was unbelievably accommodating and helped in every way to make it an unforgettable experience for her. I have been to many tearooms in this area, and do believe this one rates the highest in quality of food and service!!

The food display was great. The staff was amazing and very friendly. The cold soups were wonderful and refreshing. The sandwiches were different, but not the best tea room sandwiches that I've had. Great experience tho.

I have been there twice and both times were wonderful. The atmosphere is soothing and the quality of tea and food was exceptional.

Wonderful overall experience. The venue was quaint, the food was tasty, & the service friendly & flexible. This tearoom offers so many choices at an unbelievable price. Used the tearoom for a birthday party of 25 people & my guests are still raving about the experience. I will definitely return!

A lovely experience. A huge variety of teas are offered. The food couldn't be better -- excellent sandwiches and pastries. Small, pleasant atmosphere with old charm.

The food, tea, and atmosphere was fantastic. The service could have been a little warmer, but the staff was knowledgable. We went here for my sister's baby shower and had a wonderful time.

I had a wonderful time with my friends. This was my first time visiting a tearoom. I most definitely will be back again!
Cathy B.
7/7/12

Cozy tearoom! Great tea, service and lovely atmosphere. Prices were comparable (based on tearooms in ATL, GA) Have found my MD tearoom and will return!

Attended a wonderful private baby shower for 20 guests on Sat.June 16th. We were favorably impressed with the delicious food, number of choices,the personal fine service,and our overall excellent experience! Definitely will return!

My favorite of the many tea rooms I've visited. Food was excellent and atmosphere was wonderful. The host was knowledgeable, and one of the friendliest people I've ever met. Will definitely go again.

I love this place every time i go there its just a wonderful place. the wators are very helpful and cheerful. when i get the chance to go for tea i would always love to go to serenity.

I was totally shocked at the price. Way over priced. I don't think in this economy you will stay around long.

Best tea room I've visited in Maryland. Full pots of tea offered (all too often at tea rooms one is given only a cup of tea--please!!) and superb tea selection. And can this gal cook! Delicious scones and unusual curd flavors. This is a must visit in Frederick.

What a lovely place to have tea. The tea selection was enormous and you could try more than one. The food was delicious and varied and with generous portions. We had just the kind of day you would want in a tearoom.

This was my first visit to Serenity, and it far exceeded my expectations! The tea and food was delicious, the atmosphere was very nice, and the service was excellent!

This was my second visit to Serenity. The tea selection was wonderful and the food outstanding. On this visit two friends from Southern Maryland,a friend from Berkeley Springs, and two of us from Damascus met for a delightful afternoon. Blanche is a wonderful hostess.

Will continue to patronize this tearoom. It was relaxing, scrumptious, and had excellent service!!!

I brought 3 friends from Virginia to experience Serenity for the first time, and I can't rave enough about it. The tea selection was unbelievable, the sandwiches were delicious, and the pastry was fabulous. All in all a great experience for all of us.

Hosted a bridal shower there and cannot tell you how highly I recommend this place. The food FAR exceeded expectations, and the teas were phenomenal. Not to mention that the service was extremely professional without being stuffy or pretentious. Many of our guests had never been to a tea before and they were made to feel completely at home and comfortable.

This experience was fabulous. My mom and I visit tea rooms as often as our schedules allow, and this tea room was by far our favorite. My grandmother joined us, and we were celebrating birthdays and our wonderful mothers for Mother's Day. I can't imagine a better way to spend such a special time of year.

The soups were cold-- I had cucumber, my mom had mixed fruit and my nana had strawberry. We sampled each and loved them ALL. The tea variety was extensive, and the smaller pots allowed you to sample other teas. I enjoyed a spiced plum with the meal and went with a more subtle vanilla roobois for dessert (I dipped the pecan cookie in it and could have DIED!)

The food is the best I've had, the tea variety and option for different types and the staff made this such an enjoya... (more)ble day. Now that I live in Frederick, we will definitely be returning!

Blanche left her tearoom in great hands as her daughter impressed us with her friendliness and love for what she was doing.

Lovely day!!