Craving a spot of tea with a side of skyline views? Afternoon tea venues in Manhattan include chic hotels pouring the finest brews, hidden cafes where scones arrive with a little New York attitude, and lush hotel lounges perfect for catching up or celebrating something special. Whether you’re after a classic tiered stand in Midtown or a quirky café in SoHo, the city’s brimming with places to sip, nibble, and people-watch like a true New Yorker. Round up your crew, slip on something snazzy, and scroll for a spot that’ll make your next tea time anything but ordinary.
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From $1550 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $50 | to $100 | per person |
| From $250 | to $3500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at The Flatiron Room @ Giorgio's of Gramercy
in Flatiron District - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was exactly the way it looked, the food was delicious and the host and servers were amazing.’
Adelaide's Salon at Loulou Petit Bistro & Speakeasy
in Chelsea - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Loved the venue. It had a vibe that was on brand for us.’
Secret Garden at SAINT
in East Village - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I immediately booked my event with Meg. She was a super helpful host, answered all my questions.’
You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 85 guests | prices average $2850 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in February 2026
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