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    Chado Tea Room

    4.2 (2.2k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Bridgerton Package
    William H.

    We visited Chado Tea Room for the Bridgerton tea experience and had a lovely afternoon. The ambiance is charming and cottagecore, making it a great choice for a bridal shower, baby shower, or special outing. The Bridgerton package was a fun touch, and Sam provided excellent service throughout our visit. The tea was excellent, and the warm scones with clotted cream were the highlight of the meal. My only wish is that the food matched the quality of the tea service. The sandwiches were fairly simple, and the pastries felt like an afterthought. For our anniversary, the staff kindly surprised us with ice cream, which was a thoughtful gesture, but it tasted fairly generic. Overall, you're paying for the experience, atmosphere, and tea service rather than the food itself. That said, we did leave with a tea set, which made for a nice takeaway and souvenir from the visit.

    Emily P.

    My husband and I visited Chado Tea Room for my birthday celebration, and we had a wonderful experience. We ordered the Celebration Tea Service, which included chocolates, a specialty drink, soup or salad, sandwiches, cookies, a scone, and a pot of tea for each of us. The presentation was absolutely beautiful and made the experience feel extra special. I chose the Jasmine Vanilla tea, which was delicious. My husband ordered a green tea and, despite not usually being a fan of hot tea, he really enjoyed it as well. The tea selection and quality definitely stood out and felt superior. While the food was good, I would say the real highlights were the atmosphere, presentation, and overall experience. We sat outside, and the patio was beautiful. A special shoutout to our server, Sam, who was incredibly friendly and attentive. Once he found out it was my birthday, he surprised me with a birthday dessert, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the celebration even more memorable. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend Chatto Tea Room. I would love to come back again, especially for a girls' brunch or another special occasion.

    Spring Afternoon Tea - Sweet Treats, Warm Scone, Savory Selection.
    Anna B.

    Spacious tea room. Very relaxing and pleasant atmosphere. Customer service is accommodating and delivers prompt service. With the limited-time Spring Afternoon Tea selection I ordered, they allow you to choose from the main tea menu instead of purely confined to ordering from the specific teas listed on the Spring Afternoon Tea menu. The highlight was the T-48 Margaret's Hope Black Tea - robust and flavorful, balanced, full-bodied and smooth. The appetizer salad was alright, needed more veggies and a more noticable vinegarette dressing. Some of the sandwiches and sweets were good but nothing noteworthy, but some were just lackluster and a little dry. Not one of the best tea food platters I've had. The tea though is top quality. Come here for the tea!

    Kit T.

    Went to Chado Tea Room this past weekend to celebrate a friend's birthday. They had the Bridgeton special that weekend and it was the last week of that theme. I made a reservation two weeks in advance since this place is busy during the weekends. The waiter gave us the Bridgeton set menu and asked what tea we wanted. I opt for the Benedict's Artist Palette while my friends got the Violet's rose garden and Penelope's Hibiscus Chamomile. I would say the Violet rose garden tasted the best. The finger sandwiches were fun to eat and was able to try out the different kinds. The scone was dry but with the cream, it was really good. Also, we were provided gloves and fans with the high tea. The tea cups and tea pots were really detailed and pretty. There is no free parking in pasadena so we parked at the parking structure.

    Patio
    Eliza O.

    Took my sister here and we had a lovely time. There is a long list of teas to choose from and several options on the menu. We chose the Celebration Menu to try out the different things (tea infused chocolates, ice tea, etc.). This came with four sandwiches, which turned out to be enough. The tomato soup is really good and everything else (lox, cucumber sandwiches, chocolates, etc.) was what you would expect from a nice tea. Definitely eat the scone first and while it's warm. It tastes best when it's first served and the cream and jam go well. If you wait until later, it hardens a bit and isn't as enjoyable. There are lots of teas to choose from but you can only get one type, so choose wisely. (If you want to try a new one or get a new pot, it's additional.) We sat inside because there was more room. Outside there's a cute little patio area. If the tables away from the sidewalk are open, that seems cool. The seats right by the sidewalk seemed too close to people walking by. In a nice day, it's a tempting choice to sit outside. But inside was fine, as was the service. Overall, it's a nice, pretty affordable option for tea (considering how expensive some other places are) and I'm glad we tried it out.

    The Valentine's menu
    Injoo H.

    The Valentine's menu was pleasant and easy to enjoy. It works well for a girls' outing or a casual birthday celebration, and I also saw many families dining there. They're currently offering a Valentine's promotion with 20% off teas, which is a nice bonus. This is a long-established tea room with over 35 years of history and an impressive selection of teas. Even just smelling the different tea aromas felt relaxing and healing. I personally prefer the indoor atmosphere at the Hollywood location, but at the Pasadena location, sitting outside is the way to go. Grabbing an outdoor table and enjoying the sunshine and fresh air really enhances the experience.

    Brandon E.

    We came to Chado Tea Room to celebrate my mom's birthday, and the experience was absolutely perfect--largely thanks to Sam. From the moment we sat down, Sam's service was outstanding. He was incredibly informative, walked us through everything with care, and made the whole experience feel special rather than rushed or scripted. We ordered the Bridgerton tea package along with the birthday tea package, and the portions were spot on--the perfect amount of food, treats, sweets, and tea. Nothing felt excessive, nothing felt lacking. What really made the day memorable was Sam himself. He was playful, genuinely warm, and laughed right along with our corny jokes, which made the celebration feel relaxed and fun. At one point, he even came over and shared his favorite tea with us--butterscotch--and wow... it was incredible. Rich, cozy, and easily one of the best teas I've had. We also tried a wine-inspired tea called Hawaiian Cocktail, served iced, and it was so refreshing--perfect for a warm day. I loved it so much that I ended up buying two ounces of loose leaf tea to take home. This was such a thoughtful, joyful birthday experience for my mom, and we couldn't have asked for better service. I would absolutely come back here again, no question. Ask for Sam!!

    Friendly and attentive service had an amazing! Enjoyed the sandwiches and tea. Lovely experience

    Kimberley H.

    This is a cute establishment. I wouldn't say it was high end "high tea" but definitely cute and a vibe. The staff were super nice and attentive. The cups and tea pots are adorable. The tea selection is a good size but not extensive. By was very delicious. The tomato soup was super delicious. You get a good selection of sandwiches and desserts. The biscuits and cream were my favorite I would come again

    Bridgerton lunch
    Faith D.

    My daughter and I have been here twice & both times were fantastic. Easy to make a reservation in advance and parking is plentiful. Chado is a charming and special experience. Today we were pleasantly surprised to see a Bridgerton Tea menu so we both ordered that, she choose Sophia's earl grey tea and I ordered Penelope's hibiscus chamomile. Loved our matching elephant tea kettles. The scones were freshly baked, warm and delicious. The truffled egg salad, smoked salmon with fresh dill, cucumber cream cheese and smoked chicken salad sandwiches were all so tasty we couldn't decide on a favorite. A surprise gift was presented to us with our order and another one given at the end of our lunch (I wont say what they were in order to keep it a surprise for you.) I must also say that SAM was terrific! He checked on us often and made sure were completely satisfied from start to end.

    tea and scones
    Grace L.

    My friend made a reservation at Chado and invited me to go with her after lunch. Since I hadn't been there since COVID, I was glad for the opportunity. The restaurant was fully decorated for Christmas--even in November. There was a beautiful Christmas tree right at the entrance, and the whole place felt warm and festive. Since we had just eaten lunch, we didn't have room for a full afternoon tea set, so we decided to share a pot of tea and each ordered a scone. I got an orange cranberry scone, and my friend chose a blueberry one. The tea came out nicely, and the scones were good as well. My friend enjoyed the clotted cream so much that she finished the whole thing. The surprise of the day was when Sam, who served us, brought us a complimentary taste of champagne. It was such a thoughtful gesture and really made our day.

    The tea was amazingly good, the service was 10/10 and the food was great! Sam accommodated all of our needs and made sure we had an amazing time. I would definitely come again!

    Tony L.

    First time and last time. Not even if it's for free. Total let down. 1. Overpriced for less than cafeteria quality food. Trash. 2. Service wasn't skilled. Non verbal, young guy with black hat , dressed like dishwasher bring tiered plates with both hands and expect you to clear table for him. 3. Cups and drink ware were all mismatched, many have chipped(unacceptable). 4. Wanted a classy birthday experience for my wife, but left feeling scammed and grossed out.

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    Ask the Community - Chado Tea Room

    Do you do a Christmas tea during the holidays?

    Hi there! We will release limited edition teas and specials during the holidays. Make sure to follow us on socials to stay updated for any announcements!

    Does this location accept cash?

    Hi there! All of our locations accept cash. Thank you!

    How large of party can it hold?

    Hi there! For precise information regarding the maximum number of guests each location can accommodate, it's best to contact the specific Chado Tea Room location you're interested in. You can reach out through the private party inquiry form on our… Read more

    Is there a Mother's Day tea? Or a way to reserve the Celebration Tea? I was able to book a reservation for 5/11 at 11am, but I didn't see any choice of event or anything. Thanks1

    It's best to book with them directly instead of booking online as I have seen people have problems with making reservations online. Also, if you call them, they might be able to tell you if they have any special menu for Mother's Day in the future.

    Is this near downtown Pasadena? Walking distance to shops? A good area to walk around in after tea?

    The tea room is in Old Town Pasadena, surrounded by plenty of shops to explore. While street parking can be a bit of a treasure hunt, the Old Pasadena Marriott Parking Lot is a great spot to safely tuck your car away!

    Can I bring a cake or dessert for a birthday celebration?

    Absolutely! We do offer plenty of desserts in house. However, if you still wish to bring your own cake then there is a $25 cake cutting fee associated with outside desserts.

    Best Parking option?

    Street metered parking or the parking structure on union.

    Is this a kid friendly location for special events?

    It depends on the types of kids you have. Obviously there's porcelain tea pots everywhere, it's a tea house so everyone is there for a calm and relaxing experience. But I brought my 10 year old son and we had a wonderful time. If you have a group of… Read more

    Are you open on 1/1/2024?

    Hi Julie, We’ll be closed for NewYear Day.

    Do you have non dairy milk options for the tea?

    Yes we do, we provide almond milk or oat milk

    Are you guys open from 10am? Because online it lets me make a reservation for 10am however on your website it says hours of operation start 11am? If I showed up at 10am will someone not be there?

    Hello, usually we are open at 11am; however, we are opening a little early for Mother’s Day.

    Do you sell crumpets?

    We have scones with cream, preserves and lemon curd, but we don’t have crumpets.

    Wanted to do a tea party themed bday for my 6yr old, maybe 10-15 people in total, is it kid friendly or more for adults?

    Eeek Is it all girl party or a coed party? If it's little girls, they might like it because it's like a "tea party" But I think 6 year old boys would be bored.… Read more

    What'a on the gluten-free menu?

    For vegan or gluten free options, we request that customers call prior to their visit to notify us of their dietary needs so our team can discuss available options with them

    Is the afternoon tea service available all day? My reservation is for 11:30am.

    I've gone at all times of the day at both locations and they have had it :)

    Do you offer a vegan menu or options for your tea tasting?

    For vegan or gluten free options, we request that customers call prior to their visit to notify us of their dietary needs so our team can discuss available options with them

    Which location has outdoor seating?

    The Pasadena Chado location has a lovely outdoor patio.

    How do you make a reservation here? I've called two locations and no one picks up. I tried using their website reservation system and I haven't gotten a reply either. Are they still open?

    Hi Rachelle, yes we are open, sorry for not getting you a response sooner, you can make reservations anytime here: https://www.chadotearoom.com/reserve-on-opentable

    Do they have tea tasting menus or is everything a la carte? Or where can I find the afternoon tea sets?

    They have some great tea and chocolate tasting sets. I strongly recommend jumping on Groupon to see what deals they have. The deals change frequently.

    Do you have to make reservations? Can you walk in?

    We do allow walk-ins but we recommend reservations, especially for the holidays or weekends

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