The Empress Tea Room & Event Dinning

My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our High Tea. The selection of tea sandwiches was unique and wonderful. I was so full I had to take my scone home. I'm glad I did because it was a wonderful addition to my breakfast this morning. The gift shop also has some unique tea themed gifts that shouldn't be missed.

This is my favorite tea spot in Tampa. It's reliably got great food, great service, and best of all can accommodate walk-ins when I haven't thought ahead to reserve. Excellent tea selection, I also like the option of adding soup or salad. The menu also has sandwiches in case your hubby decides to join you and doesn't want a traditional tea.

Kim and her staff are amazing! So sweet and helpful. We did a Lady Pastor's Tea at the Empress and had a wonderful time. The food was delicious and I think I now have a new favorite tea!! If I could only remember the name of it...Chocoalte Hazelnut...YUM! Thank you Kim & Tami, we really appreciate you ladies!! Blessings on you and your business from Legacy Church!

I had never before experienced high tea, so this was a special treat! The friendly staff was extremely helpful in guiding me through the process of choosing a tea, and everything was delicious! I'll definitely be returning!

Great experience! I had never tried a High Tea before, but really enjoyed it. I can see why the Brits love it. Staff was friendly and attentive, food was great. Loved all the little finger sandwiches, desserts, tea, scones, etc. Two of us could not finish all the food that was prepared for us. Give it a try!

Kim & Michael,

Both Maria & I wanted to send you a BIG thank you for the Seder Diner last week. We both had such a good time & everyone made us feel like family. The knowledge passed from Ron, his wife, & the chef on the traditions & memories they grew up with was so rich for our spirits... We both were dragging at work the next day, but the food, fun & conversation was well worth the time!

We hope to again have tea & scones soon-
Kathy & Maria


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I came with a good friend of mine thanks to a groupon for the Higher Tea.
The King Crab Bisque was AMAZING as was everything else.
Even with a large party (that took up three tables) the wait staff was incredibly sweet and attentive to every diner.
I'm hoping to get to try the rose jam that I've heard so much about next time. I've already purchased a gift certificate for my mother-in-law so that she can take a friend as well.
Thank you for a wonderful, relaxing (and very FILLING) lunch!
It's definitely going to become a regular thing!

Our Bible Study has been visiting tea rooms for years for the annual holiday luncheon and found the hostesses to create the most memorable event EVER - the attention to detail was incredible, pre-ordering made our large group of 14 easy for them and us and we had a super amazing time!

The Empress Tea Room is one of the best tearooms that I have ever been to. Everything was just wonderful! My friends and I went for the Higher Tea and it was delicious! The King Crab soup is definitely my favorite soup. Everything on the beautiful three-tier tray was freshly made. OH! And their scones! They were warm and fluffy and so tasty, made even better by the devonshire cream which was thick and the rich Rose Jam...yummy!! Aside from the food, the service was impeccable and the staff made you feel as if we were lifelong friends. The tearoom itself was beautifully decorated and very peaceful. This tearoom is definitely deserving of your business. I can't wait to come back soon!

One of the finest tea rooms in the Tampa area. It is also one of the few tea rooms that I feel comfortable taking my granddaughter to ~ they have special teas plus delightful music and wonderful gift shop in the front. I have taken several friends to this tea room and each time I have enjoyed delicious food and tea. They also offer a great lunch.

Visited your new location Wednesday, August 17 with 10 seasoned citizen friends - some of whom had NEVER been to any kind of a tea room, etc. 4 of us had high tea and it was superb, as always. Couldn't eat my dessert (too full) but had no trouble giving it to the other 3. Everyone enjoyed her lunch choice. We all thought the tropical views outside were an added feature. I love the openess yet uncrowded area where we were situated. Your staff was way above my expectations....solicitous, caring, explaining everything to each person. Tongs for sugar cubes a plus....The only downside was the amount of time it took to pay the bill, probably because each person was responsible for her portion of the check. Next time I will ask for a different method. We shall return - SOON. Great to have you in this neighborhood as we no longer have that long drive to Temple Terrace. Thanks for an unhurried time with friends.