Looking for a place to share a pot of tea while catching up with a friend? Look no further than these great places in Dayton!
Where to do Afternoon Tea around Dayton
Although the cultural practice of afternoon tea originated in England in the 1800s, many people in the United States get to enjoy this traditional mealtime as a special treat. Typically served in the afternoon between 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, afternoon tea often includes small sandwiches and cakes arranged on a tiered stand and, of course, tea - brewed from loose leaf tea and poured from a tea pot.
If you're looking for a truly historical experience, look no further than Dayton History's Victorian Afternoon Tea at Patterson Homestead. On August 16, guests will learn all about Victorian etiquette at the Victorian Afternoon Tea. Just looking for a place to share a pot of tea while catching up with a friend? Look no further than these great places in Dayton!
Central Perc European Cafe
2315 Far Hills Ave
Dayton, OH 45419
(937) 299-5282
This cozy European cafe offers some of the best tea and sandwiches this side of the Thames. With classic English items like Branston pickle sandwiches and scones, even ex-pats find comfort foods that remind them of home. Central Perc European Cafe offers a high tea every day and reservations are recommended. They serve finger sandwiches and desserts on a tiered stand for the occasion and you can select the items based on preference (they can even accommodate vegetarians!). Speaking of sweets – Central Perc makes some of the yummiest desserts ever and you never know visit to visit what they will have in the case.
Communitea
100 Watervliet Ave
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 554-5626
This adorable Belmont tea room is the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon, sipping tea and enjoying all of the great vintage finds decorating the walls. When you order a pot of tea at Communitea, not only do you get to choose from a selection of fine artisanal teas, you also get to choose which tea pot you’d like to use (and they have quite a selection). The menu is full of delicious sandwiches, soups, and salads – not to mention their yummy scones with jam and clotted cream. Communitea is also a great place to plan bridal showers, family get-togethers, and meetings.
Unique Celebrations Tea Room
33 W Franklin St
Centerville, OH 45459
(937) 434-7467
Offering two times per day for a full tea service, Unique Celebrations Tea Room has cornered the market on whimsical tea rooms. They offer party packages for kids birthday parties as well as baby showers and meetings. Unique Celebrations suggests booking events far in advance and even their normal tea services are by reservation only.
Twin Creek Tea Room
19 E Dayton St
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-5094
A little ways from the city in West Alexandria Twin Creek Tea Room is serving up very popular and delicious meals as well as fantastic tea. And don't forget to leave room for dessert - Twin Creek has some tasty desserts (and for the summer a special strawberry menu!). If you're looking for a small town tea room, you've found it in Twin Creek Tea Room.
Wise Choice British Foods, Gifts & Candies
6171 Brandt Pike
Huber Heights, OH 45424
(937) 236-8153
And when you’re at home and craving a truly British tea experience, look no further than Wise Choice, a British food, gift, and candy store with a great selection of British teas, teapots, cozies and more. This fun shop has everything you need to serve high tea at home! In addition to the huge selection of teas, you'll also find scone mixes, authentic english jams and clotted cream. And if you love the cheese and onion sandwiches at Central Perc, you might not leave without a jar of branston pickle.
