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.
Teddy Bear Tea: A Reimagined Holiday Tradition
Celebrate the season with Teddy Bear Tea at the Mary Cassatt Tea Room, a cherished Rittenhouse tradition for guests of every age. As a harpist fills the room with classic Christmas carols, families indulge in seasonal savories, delicate pastries, and hand-blended teas, while younger guests enjoy rich hot chocolate with house-made marshmallows. The experience includes a holiday photo moment and story time beside the Christmas tree, with each child departing with a new teddy bear and a gift bag of handcrafted treats to remember the occasion.
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.