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Looking for the best tea party NYC kids love most?

A tea party is a special occasion, a chance to dress up and snack on treats. Here are the best tea services for NYC kids!

Written by
Oliver Strand
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Has your little one been particularly good lately? Homework finished, bed made, always a "please" and "thank you?" Then it's time to go to a tea party NYC kids love the most.

These tea services are either designed especially for kids, or are extremely family-friendly. After all, the best fun restaurants in NYC welcome children with bright smiles and open arms.

Taking your kid out to a special meal like a tea party is an important rite of passage for both of you. After you enjoy your scones and sweets, make plans to go to one of the best family restaurants in NYC.

Maybe tea isn't your thing, but you're doing it for your kid? You're a good sport. Next time, consider a mug of the best hot chocolate in NYC.

Best tea party NYC kids love most

  • Restaurants
  • Tea rooms
  • Upper West Side
  • price 2 of 4

Jump down the rabbit hole, and immerse your kids in the ethereal atmosphere at these Alice in Wonderland–themed spots. Alice's Wee Tea offers a three-tiered tea service with a small pot of tea, a scone, any kids'-menu item and the "white rabbit" chocolate mousse. Next thing you know, your kids will be asking if they can have their next very merry unbirthday party here. The original location (known as "Chapter I") on the Upper West Side, is intimate, while the second location ("Chapter II") on the Upper East Side is more spacious. Both are magic. (alicesteacup.com). Tea service from $35.

Eloise’s Rawther Fancy Teas at the Plaza
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2. Eloise’s Rawther Fancy Teas at the Plaza

Eloise, who will always be six and will always live at the Plaza, would absolutely love the Rawther Fancy Teas held on Fridays in a set of pink rooms in the food hall. For reservations call 212-546-5457. The Plaza, Midtown, (www.theplazany.com). Tea service $100 for one adult and one child.

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  • Restaurants
  • Midtown West

Every little lady will love dining with her family and her dollies. Head to Rockefeller Center for a traditional afternoon tea with cinnamon buns, scones, or cucumber sandwiches alongside hot tea, cocoa or pink lemonade. If you’re looking for something heartier, the brunch, lunch and dinner menus offer sweet and savory entrées. Of course, once you’re done munching, you have the chance to shop ‘til you drop and treat your American Girl to some TLC at the salon. Rockefeller Center, Midtown West (americangirl.com). Tea service from $21 per person. 

  • 4 out of 5 stars
  • Restaurants
  • Midtown West
  • price 4 of 4

This New York institution offers a playful twist a classic tea service for its youngest customers. The Children’s Afternoon Tea includes seven kinds of sandwiches (PB&J on blini, mini pig-in-a-blanket, mini BLT), four kinds of sweets (scone, red velvet cupcake, chocolate mousse), plus tea—or hot chocolate. It's a rich reward for the well-behaved foodie-in-training. 150 W 57th St, Midtown (russiantearoomnyc.com). Tea Service from $45.

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  • Restaurants
  • American
  • Upper East Side
  • price 2 of 4

This two-story European manor-style restaurant is a hidden gem, the perfect place to avoid the crowds and enjoy the company of your little one. The tea service is available Tuesdays to Sundays and it is regal, with savory finger sandwiches and an elegant stack of scones and more than a half-dozen sweets. Upper East Side (kingscarriagehouse.com). Tea service from $24.95.

  • Restaurants
  • Tea rooms
  • West Village
  • price 2 of 4

As cozy and cramped as Grandma’s living room, Tea & Sympathy is a London import that has become a New York institution. There's a full menu, and a classic afternoon tea service which includes finger sandwiches, cakes and scones to accompany your fresh pot. 108–110 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich Village (teaandsympathy.com). Tea service from $40.

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  • Restaurants
  • Cafés
  • Midtown West

This London import knows tea. Relax in this elegant suite of rooms ensconced high above the bustle of New York streets and enjoy a variety of scones, savory finger sandwiches and delcious sweet treats. The Tiny Tea is offered every afternoon (and is better suited to tiny tummies than the Afternoon Tea), but look for special events such as the seasonal Winter Tea, or the Tea and Tales book readings that include author appearances. Upper West Side (bluebirdlondon.nyc). Tea service from $35. 

  • Restaurants
  • Tea rooms
  • West Village
  • price 1 of 4

An elegantly contemporary tea parlor, Bosie has a lot going for it. First of all, the tea here is serious: There are around 50 kinds of loose-leaf tea, all of the highest quality. Then there's the food, which is delicious and delicate. You have your choice of sandwiches and sweets, including two macarons—if your little one is good you can pick up another for later. The tea service is offered 11am-5pm daily. 506 LaGuardia Place, West Village (bosienyc.com). Tea service from $39. 

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