The Best Afternoon Tea Philadelphia Can Offer
A Traditional Afternoon Tea in the Mary Cassatt Tea Room
‘There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.'
- Henry James, The Portrait of a Lady
Amidst the rush of urban life, Afternoon Tea at the Mary Cassatt Tea Room offers an intimate daily escape and the continuance of the age-old tradition of afternoon tea, Philadelphia-style. With beautifully prepared leaf teas at its heart, this Philadelphia tea room celebrates the traditions of the great tea cultures, adding a dash of local flavor and some exquisitely re-imagined elements. The tea selection spans the world, from tisanes of local herbs and flowers to grand black and green teas of Asia. As an accompaniment, enjoy a selection of delightfully inspired and perfectly delicate sweets and savories with a view to seasonal ingredients and pairings with the wonderful teas served at The Rittenhouse's acclaimed tea room, Philadelphia's best.
Tea Time seatings are: 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, and 3:30pm every Thursday - Sunday. Reservations are required and open monthly on the 15th of the preceding month. For parties of 15 or more, please call 215.790.2533 or make a request through our Private Dining Inquiry Form.
A Tale as Old as Time: Beauty and the Beast-Inspired Tea Experience
Step into an enchanting Parisian daydream as The Rittenhouse Hotel partners with Ensemble Arts Philly to celebrate Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, The Musical. Available for a limited time with tea seatings exclusively on February 7 and 8, the Mary Cassatt Tearoom transforms with show-inspired décor, themed menu offerings, and immersive details that bring the beloved story to life.
Guests will enjoy an elegant afternoon tea experience, capture photo-worthy moments throughout the hotel, admire authentic show costumes displayed in our lobby vitrines, and depart with special take-home gifts. Expect a truly unforgettable celebration of beauty, romance, and theatrical charm. Limited seating.
Private Events
We welcome larger groups (15 or more) and celebrations to have an unforgettable experience at Mary Cassatt Tea Room set with a backdrop of soaring ceilings, European style, and floor-to-ceiling windows boasting views of our beautiful courtyard. Guests will enjoy individually plated tea sandwiches and beautiful compotiers with assorted scones and sweets to share complemented by a selection of tea curated by our tea expert and poured tableside. Various sparkling, wines, signature cocktails, and mocktails are also available.