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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco offers an exquisite range of afternoon tea venues perfect for hosting an amazing event. From elegant tea rooms in Nob Hill to charming cafes in Pacific Heights, the city has locations that combine sophistication with a relaxed ambiance. You can find venues offering classic English tea service with scones, finger sandwiches, and fine teas. Some also provide beautiful garden settings or historic Victorian decor to enhance the experience. Explore our top selection of afternoon tea venues in San Francisco and plan a perfect afternoon with friends or family.
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![Private Room at Amarena Italian Restaurant in Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
18 guestsAmarena Italian RestaurantRussian Hill, San Francisco, CAAAndrew C.
“Paolo and team were amazing hosts! He knows exactly how to throw the 30 person event I was looking for.” -
![Entire Venue at Paprika in Mission District, San Francisco, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsPaprikaMission District, San Francisco, CAOOlivia F.
“We booked Paprika for our baby shower and couldn't be happier.” -
![Entire Venue at Blue Plate in Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
69 guestsBlue PlateBernal Heights, San Francisco, CACChloe W.
“Beautiful patio, delicious food, attentive staff!” -
![Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at Sazerac in Union Street, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Restaurant and Bar
40 guestsSazeracUnion Street, San Francisco, CAAAmy H.
“Lovely bartenders, great drinks, and great vibes at the venue.” -
![Private Patio at The Rustic San Francisco in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Patio
28 guestsThe Rustic San FranciscoMission Dolores, San Francisco, CAPPatrick R.
“The food was delicious, the service was attentive and swift, and the patio was such an adorable setting.” -
![Indoor Area at Noe's Nest in Dolores Heights, San Francisco, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityIndoor Area
30 guestsNoe's NestDolores Heights, San Francisco, CANNancy R.
“Delicious brunch, wonderful service, lovely ambience- we enjoyed the backyard garden too” -
![Petite Salon at Petite Auberge in Civic Center, San Francisco, CA]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPetite Salon
15 guestsPetite AubergeCivic Center, San Francisco, CAPetite Auberge, located at 863 Bush Street, San Francisco, is an inn offering a French-inspired atmosphere. Known for its intimate spaces, the inn features inviting areas for social gatherings, including the elegant Salon -
![White Swan Parlor at White Swan Inn in Civic Center, San Francisco, CA]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhite Swan Parlor
60 guestsWhite Swan InnCivic Center, San Francisco, CAThe parlor combines your warm and familiar feeling of your childhood home with funk, modernity and quirk. A split-level area, the space caters for all size parties and allows flexibility in set-up to ensure your vision comes -
![White Swan Garden Terrace at White Swan Inn in Civic Center, San Francisco, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhite Swan Garden Terrace
20 guestsWhite Swan InnCivic Center, San Francisco, CALocated in the heart of the city, our small outdoor garden terrace is the perfect place for a small reception. French doors lead from our Parlor space out to small tables, greenery and statuary. -
![Lounge at Dartealing Lounge in South Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
30 guestsDartealing LoungeSouth Beach, San Francisco, CASince 2009, Dartealing Lounge has been delighting guests with "Afternoon Tea" in our charming and cozy tea room located in San Francisco’s SOMA district. -
![Indoor Area at Lovejoy's Tea Room in Dolores Heights, San Francisco, CA]()
from $36
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
20 guestsLovejoy's Tea RoomDolores Heights, San Francisco, CAFeaturing British-inspired vintage decor, lots of flowers, and an inviting atmosphere, our space is suitable for semi-private gatherings! Warm scones, tasty treats, and a bottomless pot of tea await you! -
![The Paper Doll event space at 524 Union Street, The Paper Doll in North Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $305
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Paper Doll event space
150 guests524 Union Street, The Paper DollNorth Beach, San Francisco, CAFeaturing two large dining rooms, one private with dark mixed wood West Coast craft wall panels, stained-glass, brick, and seating for 52 with room for more.
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Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average $2500 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 San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $150 | per person |
| From $175 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
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 San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average $1800 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 80 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central San Francisco, available to book on Tagvenue:
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City Room at La Mar Cebicheria
on Ferry Plaza - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: With oversized windows overlooking SF’s Financial District, the fully private space also carries its own optional entryway, exit, powder room, and coat check. -
The Main Bar at Cantina on Belden
on 56 Belden Place - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Host Your Next Celebration at San Francisco’s Premier Mezcal & Tequila Destination Looking for the perfect spot to impress your guests? Celebrate in style at the city’s top mezcal and tequila-focused Mexican restaurant and... -
Lounge at Dartealing Lounge
on 470 3rd Street - 0.8 mi from center.
Venue said: Dartealing is a vision realized over many years of falling in love with tea drinking. Our space invites guests to connect and reconnect with themselves or others over good tea and food in an environment that is both classic...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $200 hire fee per hour | typically between 30 and 40 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $2880 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 110 guests |
| Lounge | prices average $200 hire fee per hour | typically between 25 and 60 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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White Swan Library at White Swan Inn, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 10 guests
Venue said: Located in the heart of the city the White Swan Library is the perfect place for a private interview, small meeting or breakout space for our Parlor or Conference room. -
Ogden Room at 25 Lusk - dining room for 16 guests
Venue said: Private or semi-private, the choice is on your side. Ogden Room can be closed off by glass doors and curtains, providing additional privacy. It can accommodate up to 16 people, suitable for small, private events, meetings... -
The Boardroom at The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse - dining room for 25 guests
Venue said: Perched on the Mezzanine level with a view of the Main Dining Room, the Private Boardroom offers an intimate setting for small gatherings and gourmet experiences, complete with a pre-dinner reception.
Cheap afternoon tea venues in San Francisco start from $1000 minimum spend per event or $100 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Lounge at Dartealing Lounge, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: Dartealing is a vision realized over many years of falling in love with tea drinking. Our space invites guests to connect and reconnect with themselves or others over good tea and food in an environment that is both classic... -
White Swan Library at White Swan Inn, from $100 hire fee per hour (up to 10 guests seated)
Venue said: Located in the heart of the city the White Swan Library is the perfect place for a private interview, small meeting or breakout space for our Parlor or Conference room. -
Maritime Room at Argonaut Hotel, from $1380 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests seated)
Venue said: The Maritime Room is our premiere event space, featuring a full wall of windows overlooking the courtyard and showcasing the original character of the historic Del Monte Cannery with exposed brick and timber beams.
You can host bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, corporate events, or even small weddings. These venues typically offer elegant settings with a cozy and intimate atmosphere, ideal for socializing and celebrating special occasions with friends and family.
A vintage tea party with antique teacups and floral decorations is a great theme in these kinds of venues. You can opt for a garden party with fresh flowers and greenery or a classic elegance theme with lace tablecloths and pastel colors. If you prefer a modern glam theme with metallic accents and sophisticated table settings, you can go with a Parisian chic theme.
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