The Empress Tea Room & Bistro
6810 E Fowler Ave
Tampa, FL
813-988-9027
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#14
of 116in FL
Hours
Tea & Lunch
Tea & Lunch
Tue - Fri: 11:00am to 4:00pm
Sat: High Tea only
Sunday Brunch:10:00am to 2:30pm
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Food: What a fabulous tea room! A+ |
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- Ginny Wilson 11/01/09 |
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Thank you Ginny we are working hard !!!! i'll share the A+ with the girls they will be delighted their efforts have had such a high score from a valued customer!!!! kim
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Food: An old friend and I, both tea lovers, recently partook of 'high' tea at the Empress. Firstly, I had sniffed the chocolate tea in the gift shop area and quickly gave it a thumbs down. Then I changed my mind and ordered it only to discover it was delightful. Score 1 for the Empress and I later bought some to take home. Secondly, the crab soup was tasty but I was not the only one overheard to wish for the return of the cream to the soup pot. Thirdly, the tea tray was magnificent...four sandwiches, a huge and flaky scone with ample cream and preserves, and four different desserts, each one better than the one before. I also had ordered a salad of baby spinach, pears, gorgonzola cheese, nuts and vidalia onion dressing. It was ambrosia, the nectar of the gods. I nearly licked the plate. All systems are definitely go at the Empress. I look forward to seasonal changes in the menu as an excuse to go more often. |
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- Becky 10/09/09 |
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Food: I went to the Tea Room with family and friends to celebrate my birthday. I love tea and this was a wonderful place to go. The decor was Victorian and the atmosphere so relaxing and enjoyable. It was a luncheon and some of us got the High Tea while others who did not want to eat as much ordered off the menu. Everything was delicious as we each would take a bite and say yummy. We were served to different flavored teas and both were delicious. I would not hesitate to recommend this for any event or just a relaxing time for lunch. It seems like a wonderful place to meet with clients as well. I love it. |
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- Debby 10/02/09 |
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we love to hear that people find our place so wonderful not only do they want to come back and make our restaurant apart of their continued experiences but that they would recommend us to others...we are blessed... thank you
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Food: I had my bridal shower here in May of 2007 (25 ladies). My friend that threw the shower for me was allowed to set up the room as soon as the other party was through (they allowed us to bring in deorations and custom cookies and cake--we ended up not eating either as there was plenty of goodies at the tea to fill us up--we ended up taking these to the bbq afterwards in which the guys were allowed to attend!) The ambiance as amazing--there was even a harpist playing! Everything went smoothly and all the girls still talk about the bridal shower tea party that we had there! Will definitely return! |
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- Carolyn 08/07/09 |
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Food: I don't have much experience with Tea Rooms but I recently chose Evenings at the Empress to take my girlfriend on a romantic date. I was very happy with the service and quality of food, but as a man Evenings at the Empress really shines by offering MAN FOOD! There are very few places that I can go to score this level of brownie points with my date and still get a decent steak. The Empress just made it to the head of that limited category. |
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- J.G. 06/26/09 |
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Thank you for joining us in our new venture...Chef Dennis is doing a wonderful job and we are seeing more of the 'gentlemen'. So happy we could satify your need for 'Man food'...and certainly happy to of had you both!!!Thank you so much..we will continue to strive for the best! kim |
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Food: It's hard to keep to a consistent standard of excellence in anything, but this business is BEYOND. I've been going to tea rooms for years, but the Empress has established a new level of excellence. The food is amazing, the staff personable and welcoming, the ambiance elegant and pampering. Not just a girlie place - always have seen gentlemen enjoying themselves, too! Can't wait to try their new venture with evening meals! |
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- D.J. 06/23/09 |
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Food: we enjoyed High Tea last weekend with a King Crab Bisqui to die for the chef out did herself...during our visit a harpest played to create an even greater experience!!! wow, you've out done yourselves, far greater than expected. Thank you |
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- Megan 06/04/09 |
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I will pass all of the beautiful words of gratification on to my Chef 'Lev'...she is formally French trained and very pastionate about the food she puts her hands to, I am so delighted you enjoyed yourselves, of course I would say as well our Harpest is an amazing USF student that has a relationship with her music in that her 'Juliett' in a wood stained deep purple is one of her greatest joys...we are blessed...thank you so much
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Food: What a charming, warm and welcoming tea room with great service and delicious food. It is such a wonderful place to experience that I recommend that everyone |
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- Jessica 05/20/09 |
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Jessica....thank you so much these are the reactions that let us know what we are doing everyday makes a difference!!! again thank you, hope to see you in our near futureKim |
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Food: Mothers day tea was amazing! everything was done to a degree that i was so proud to bring my family to experience such a wonderful event, thank you so much for our time with you |
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- chris 05/09/09 |
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Happy Mothers Day!!! what a pleasure to have you here with us on such a beautiful day...the mothers bouqet 'tea' is something we look forward to all year long...thank you for joining us
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Food: Delightful environment, gracious host, warm and friendly atmosphere, and they have WiFi what more could you ask for the day I went with my wife she absolutely loved it. We will certainly have to go back. |
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- Theo Snell 05/08/09 |
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Theo you are a nice addition to our tea room family....we would love to have you and your wife anytime
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Food: I have been going to Empress Tea room for almost a year I think it is one of the largest tea rooms I have been to in the Tampa Bay area. What I like is there is a formal The owner is very motivated to make your experience the best and very gracious and kind. The lunch menu is great I love her salads and of course the chocolate bon bons and the belgium chocolate strawberries!!!! |
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- anna perrott 05/07/09 |
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each time you come in you make us smile...what a joy that you have chosen our place to frequent..we are blessed
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Food: I've arranged several business meetings at the Empress and I've been very pleased with the balance of service and food presentation. Overall excellent, quiet location for a break or business during the week. |
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- K. Frashier 05/07/09 |
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Karen...you are the picture of a professional women one i admire....please continue to be welcome here for anythng we can do for you...such a pleasure kim |
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Food: This is the best tea room. You are treated like a queen. Service is excellent. The food is fresh and delicious. The tea is extraordinary. I took my mother, daughter and sister. We had a wonderful afternnon. |
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- Pam Suarez 05/07/09 |
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Thank you so much Pamwe love to see generations getting together for a time together that is as special as just sitting across from one another and enjoying all that each of you have to offer...i am grateful for the women i have been able to meet... kim |
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Food: The Tea's and the food are OUTSTANDING. |
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- John Jay 05/07/09 |
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always a pleasure....kim |
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Food: This was a wonderful experience. My friend and I had not seen each other in several months. Life you know just gets so crazy you have to find the time. I suggested the Empress Tea Room and we had a wonderful 2 hour conversation over tea and an atmosphere was relaxing. The food was delightful and the owner Kim was a doll. Thank you Empress for serving our community. |
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- Personal Marketing 05/04/09 |
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Ladies...Thank you so much for stopping in we are always so delighted to see people connecting...we do quite a bit of network marketing here as we like to be well rounded in both friend and family as well as business...sounds like you may of been able to accomplish both...for future we are wi-fi accessable if you need .....again thank you and we look forward to having you with us again Kim |
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Food: Better than ever! Was worried learning of new management but our experience celebrating my mother's 75th birthday in March was OUTSTANDING!! I am bringing a larger group in for our May 9th Mother's Day celebration. Excellent job Kim and staff! |
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- Randy Hale 04/20/09 |
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WOW...Randy....Thank you so very much...it is our greatest desire to share and enhanse the celebrations of others...we are honored and are excited your experience with us was a joyeous one...we look forward to having you again !!!Kim |
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Food: My wife is involved with a local womens group here in the Bay area recently she was working with her commity and when I went to pick her up I could see she was completely stressed out ! I knew exactly what to do, off to the Empress we went, we have come to know the Empress Tea Room as a place to get away and relax, my wife and I are regulars. As a Chiropractor I would recommend the Tea Room for anyone needing to find a quite place with wonderful food and atmoshpere. Thank you |
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- Dr. Shultz and wife 04/20/09 |
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Dr. and Mrs. Shultz....the love and respect you have for one another is so encouraging for us to be a part of...truly the two of you make our day special when you come in...let me know when you'll stop by again and of course i'll put your tea on for you respectfully..Kim |
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Food: Delightful TEA ROOM! Decor is exactally what you'd expect in a tea room, pretty linens,table setting and their garden area provides a nice photo opportunity. I have had the privilege of dining at The Empress Tea Room on many occassions. I have always enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere with great food. Their chicken salad is to die for. Kim and Mike know the true meaning of service with a smile. They truly make you feel like one of the family. Thanks for the extra effort. |
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- Dustie 03/06/09 |
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Thank you so much Dustie!!!It is always a joy to see you walk through our door! |
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Food: My husband and I enjoyed our first visit to The Empress Tea Room. The atmosphere of the tea room was very peaceful and relaxing. Service and food were very good. The owner was very pleasant and informative about the Temple Terrace area. This is one of the nicest tea rooms we have visited in Florida. |
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- Joan 03/03/09 |
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JoanIt was a pleasure spending time with you...it's always fun to share in other's experiences, hope to see you next year when you and your husband come down to our sunny Florida...maybe you wont need your sweaters :) Kim |
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Food: just had a bridal shower at the Empress and every thing was spectacular, when I booked the event I was really looking forwards to it, however once we had our shower I was truly impressed with how wonderful everything turned out, thank you so much |
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- Laura 02/22/09 |
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Thank you LauraIt is an honor to be a small part in such a special day!! Kim |
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Food: Very elegant tea room. Food and service excellent. Owner seems to be very nice lady. Will try the formal tea next time. |
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- Lee 02/05/09 |
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LeeWe welcome you at anytime, it's always nice to see our gentlemen log on. Thank you....Kim |
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Food: My husband and I were pleasantly surprised to see other couples enjoying tea and lunch. Men are usually reluctant to frequent a restaurant focused on the art of taking tea, but the Empress offers man-sized sandwiches and a variety of other entrees that would please healthy appetites. My husband, more of an iced tea (which they also offer) kind of guy, braved the waters and tried the Paris brewed hot tea. He loved it and wants to go once a week. The atmosphere is formal and peaceful, food was great and we were able to take our time and enjoy a private conversation. Service was great too. |
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- Susan 02/05/09 |
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Susan...we are so lucky to see so many of our gentlemen enjoy theirselves...we try to accomidate a wide range with our menus to satisfy all...thank you Kim |
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Food: when my guest and i arrived we we're very pleasantly surprise at how wonderful this tea room was, everything was to a standard held very high...thank you so much..we will be back |
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- Brenda 02/05/09 |
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Brendathese are the comments we are so honored by...'the surprise' of our location and then the recognition of the quality we strive for...thank you Kim |
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Food: I attended a year-end Christmas party at the Empress Tea Room, and I must say we were ALL treated like queens! The sanwiches were of an excellent variety of both sweet and savory. The atmosphere was delightful. We were greeted by the owner Kim, and she was both charming, and very accomodating. I was very dissapointed with some of the posts placed on this site...it actually reads like a malicious smear campaign. I agree that social graces are the center of the 'tearoom experience', and would expect unhappy patrons would humbly accept apologies, and move on; and NOT ask everyone in their party to chime in... One negative experience does not a a bad tearoom make...I WOULD GLADLY RECOMMEND THIS TEAROOM!!! |
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- Donna O. 01/06/09 |
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DonnaYour group was so fun...I have used one of your pictures on a couple of the advertisments that we do..thank you Kim |
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Food: This is the absolute best tea room I have been to. The beautiful ambiance, delectable food, and specialized customer service makes The Empress Tea Room a true gem in Tampa. I absolutely adore this place and take my family and friends there any chance I can. - Jennifer 3-year customer |
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- Jennifer 12/30/08 |
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Jenniferthank you for your continuted visits, you are so valued...we look forward to your next visit.. Kim |
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Food: I have a recommendation to all those people who had a bad tea experience. Go to Simply Country Bell Tea Room in Plant City i know it is a drive you get off exit #19 off I-4 but you will not be dissapointed, i think i have been to every tea room in Florida and this by far is the best one the owners Rick and Susan always out do themselves they are just good country people. So try them if you ever want a great tea time. |
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- tea lover 12/29/08 |
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Tea LoverIt is our greatest desire for everyone to be completely happly with their experience with us...please give us another opportunity...thank you so much Kim |
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