I made a reservation for a Sunday afternoon tea time and was seated right away on arrival. The first type of tea arrived within minutes and not long after was brought the trays of snackages. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the fact that most everyone was appropriately dressed for a tea time experience. The big highlights for me were desserts and scone. The scones were warm and not at all dry. My only critique was that the chicken salad sandwich had far too much bread, could barely taste any of the filling. Desserts for the day were a Salted caramel bon bon, Strawberry frosted Donut macaron, and Lemon cheesecake petit four. Everything tasted excellent (except the lacking chicken salad sandwich) and was well prepared. I thought the experience was well worth the money, definitely recommend. It would be nice if they offered a selection of teas to buy and take home. read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Afternoon tea service - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

We booked a Thursday 2pm afternoon tea service reservation for two. There were only two other tables beside us, so it was relatively empty. We came to celebrate my birthday, so they lit a candle for us which was cute and appreciated! The menu is posted online in advance, so you know what you're getting. I enjoy eating many different things in small bite-sized portions and I thought all of the food tasted good. The portion is a full meal, albeit it's mostly carbs and sugar. That would be my one critique--it's a bit too sweet and there weren't enough savories. Price-wise, it was $50 per person. I really like that the price is inclusive of taxes, service, and tips. The photos show food at $100 for two people. It was filling, but a very sugary filling. The decor is cute, but some details could have been better. For example, the tea cake tower is black and modern-looking and honestly, not cute or matching. Some light piano music softly playing in the background would have been nice. The customer service is fine. We did street parking and while we came at a rather odd time, we still got a bit of traffic due to construction. Overall, I really enjoyed tea time at Sweet Marie's and would consider coming here again for a special occasion! read more

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I went here for my best friends bridal shower. It was my first time doing afternoon tea and it was such a great experience! I don't think the experience is worth $40/$50 a person, maybe $24/$30. The snacks are very small and each table gets the same amount of food. So our table of 4 got the same amount to split as the table of 2 next to us. It starts off with the first round of tea. They have little sugar cubes and cream on the table too. Our teapot kept spilling everywhere though. The way it was designed, the tea kept dripping down the side and got tea all on the table. It was good tea however! Then the snacks came out on 3 tiered pedestal. You're supposed to work your way up starting on the bottom with the mini sandwiches which included cucumber dill, strawberry cream, chicken salad, and pink peppercorn salami. I'm not a fan of cucumbers and dill but everything else was super yummy, I was pleasantly surprised! The next tier are scones which included cranberry orange and cheddar chive. They also have sweet cream and strawberry jam to pair with the scones if you'd like. Both were delicious again! Then the last tier is dessert and is supposed to be paired with the last tea. There were macarons, petit fours, and bonbons. All really yummy and pleasantly surprised again. My table had 2 people that were vegetarian and gluten free. You are supposed to specify when you reserve a spot of any dietary accommodations. The woman who made our reservation did not know this and asked while we were there. There wasn't a lot they could do on such short notice but they tried to accommodate and made some veggie and gluten free options. It wasn't necessary but very much appreciated! This place has made me want to try other tea places around RI. It was such a fun experience that I want to continue it! read more

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Beautiful and demure feminine decor meets New England afternoon tea vibes. I was invited here by a friend and thought I knew exactly what kind of experience this would be, but I underestimated how I would be transported from the hustle and bustle of city life I am used to to feeling like royalty and a "lady of means". The dainty bites and authentic tea offerings were surprisingly filling and made it easy to have a lively and engaging conversation while still enjoying each morsel. My friend and I also met other patrons who were sitting close enough to join in on some banter, but we still had enough space to feel like we had moments of privacy. I definitely felt like I was in an episode of Bridgerton or Guilded Age. We even celebrated my birthday with a candle lit macaron. So much fun! read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

Cute and charming little spot to enjoy an afternoon tea with those whose company you value :) Came here on a weekend morning with my mom and sisters and had a lovely time. Decided to dress up a bit and found we were not alone in the sentiment, which was fun. The ambiance at Sweet Marie's is top notch, though take note it's a small space and can feel a bit cramped - especially with all the delicate china place settings. Perhaps avoid very high heels if you plan on boozing . I like that they provided an Afternoon Tea timeline so you knew exactly what to expect. The tea selection however, was not up to snuff. With only 4 varieties (English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chai, Decaf English Breakfast) I was quite disappointed. You expect tea to be their specialty. Flavors were good, but we did find the service was a bit slow. There were a few instances where we had no beverages at the table and given the timed seating, felt that diminished the value. Thankfully their price point isn't super high. I will say, the food was quite yummy and had a good variety of savories and sweets. On the whole, I'd come back as it was a nice way to spend a bit of the afternoon read more

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A cute experience in Wickford! Make a reservation! Went on a Saturday afternoon and were sat quickly. Tea was tea! Sandwiches, scones, and sweets were all very yummy! Scones weren't dry and crumbling which was nice. The space is a little loud but we weren't really bothered by it. Would recommend for a special occasion, girls date, birthday! Put on a cute dress & go have a tea date!! read more

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The experience was from beginning to end. From being seated promptly, to refills of the pots of tea, to the delicious food, it was a very special place to catch up with a friend. There was never a rush to leave, and honestly if I didn't know there was a seating after our reservations could have lingered all afternoon. There are many tables close to one another but I never felt crowded. I can't wait to return. read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - The setting when I arrived. - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

Amazing experience. My friend and I went to celebrate our birthdays and our tea tray came with a candle on a candy.! The way they have it set up where the service is scheduled for everybody at the same time but then they're very attentive to your needs as well. Tea service was just wonderful. And such a lovely place inside. Highly recommend it for a special occasion or just to treat yourself. read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Our half eaten tea tray - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

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We visited on a gray and rainy day and it made the experience inside the cottage even cozier. This is a traditional high tea and it's a perfect place to visit for special occasions or just to sit and catch up with a friend. We loved the stone walls, the open beams and mismatched china - it all added to the ambiance. The food was delicious - each variety of sandwich offered was tasty as well as the sweet and savory delicious scones. The sweet treats on top of the tower were a complete surprise - full of flavor and delicately balanced. We had a great time and I hope to return soon. One things to be aware of the tea cottage sits directly behind a building that is located on a main street. There is an inconspicuous gravel 'driveway' you have to turn on to in order to locate the cottage, we missed it the first time because our GPS made it look like we should be turning down a road when we should have been looking for a narrow driveway. read more

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I've been to all tea places back home in my area so I'm a tea frequenter & very familiar with how services go. First my friends & I wanted to try this spot particularly for the cute gorgeous cottage location we saw on their website. Unfortunately by the time of our appointment, we were very disappointed to find Sweet Marie's was no longer in a cottage! Instead it's now set in a posh space with bopping loud music. Very jarring & not an afternoon tea ambience. I have to say tea services in the area run different from metro areas. There's only 1 set tea service you get. Given that, I've NEVER experienced a tea place where they charge extra....to select most teas!! It's afternoon TEA, & you nickel & dime people on the star of the show? Also nickel/dimed on the condiments which you can see are so small proportions. Also the tea: one of the most flavorless teas ever drank for the small selection of "complementary" (ridiculous) teas which is standard English Black. I got decaffeinated & that was even more tasteless. So then to have to pay extra for other tea types?? I wasn't impressed. The food: while aesthetics are nice, having 2 of the 4 "tea sandwiches" be tiny small round bites basically, left more to be desired. The food was decent except the chicken salad sandwich where the chicken was over-dry & thus rubbery. And overall the sandwich lacked flavors/seasonings. For a place not in a major city area, the price point was high especially for the overall food quality which was ok & decent at best, and the portions were small. Would expect higher quality at that price especially with all the add-ons they charge you for. This place is trying way too hard to be hip. I asked for a butter knife & was told there are none?? Again never experienced this before lol Instead I was told they only have these long awkward wooden spatulas that are awfully annoying to use & dropped down several times due to their shape, very non-functional. We tried another tea place that was traditional & it was superb. So there are nice options out in that region, you don't have to settle. read more

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I didn't realize Sweet Marie's had moved to a different location since my last visit, which was probably two years ago. Personally, I preferred the cottage ambiance--it captured the essence of afternoon tea beautifully. However, the new location is still lovely, offering a more elegant yet modern vibe. Having afternoon tea there was a nice experience, but if you've had a traditional British afternoon tea before, the food choices and pricing here might not seem worth it. Interestingly, all three of my friends felt the same way; they found the food lacking in flavor and the portions too small for the price. While it's nice to try occasionally, I'm not sure I would return anytime soon. Also, the staff seemed a bit rushed while serving us, frequently checking in despite the fact that we were the only table there around 1:30 PM, even though we had a reservation for noon. This created an atmosphere that felt less relaxed and not quite authentic for an afternoon tea experience. read more

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A spectacular place for a wedding shower. Well done! Food was delicious. Thank you. The ladies working the event were lovely. read more

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Visited sweet Mari's tea cottage today. As always service was very good. New location is beautifully decorated. We had breakfast tea and Earl Grey tea and enjoyed the teared treats, too much to eat in one sitting, so fun to go home with a goodie bag. Great spot for a simple catch up with old friends or celebrate a birthday or milestone. Worth a visit while visiting Wickford Village. read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Image of how the tea is served, on our tiered plates, including sandwiches, scones, and sweets - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

Loved my first experience at an afternoon tea at Sweet Marie's!! My friends and I have always wanted to try an afternoon tea. It was all our first time and we finally got to go on my bachelorette trip! It was the perfect activity to do with girlfriends and we all really enjoyed it. The place is much smaller than I imagined but was so cute and cozy. We loved all the little sandwiches, scones and desserts along with the early grey and chai tea! The service was also great and it was truly a lovely experience! We all can't wait for our next afternoon tea because of our great first experience here! I can't recommend it enough! read more

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Absolutely amazing tea experience I highly recommend you make reservations and bring your friends family or just yourself and enjoy a delicious meal with amazing tea. Lindsay provided amazing service in an extremely relaxing and just comfortable atmosphere and there was a nice breeze since I sat next to the window. I was so full after everything and I didn't even finish everything on the plates. I can't wait to go back and take my kids because they love having the whole high tea experience. I can't stress just how amazing the whole experience was from beginning to end parking can get a little finicky and I can see it getting worse in the summer so make sure you plan ahead and leave enough time to find a good parking spot. Amazing ladies while I was there, and we shared other restaurants and just other great stories about other tea experiences. And the pictures do not do the food Justice everything was just amazing and if you have a sensitivity to food like I do, please make sure you address it when you're making your reservation. read more

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Yesterday, we took our respite at Sweet Marie's Tea Cottage in Wickford Village (part of North Kingstown, Rhode Island) as part of a 2-day birthday celebration. This shabby-chic cottage, tucked away behind a hedgerow on a rustic side road, was a delight. Named after the proprietor's grandmother, seatings are by reservation only. Of the 4 tables during our seating, 3 were celebrating birthdays, including me! Everything was delicious and we even had a lovely conversation with the ladies at the table next to us about knitting and my clothes. It was a full on grannycore experience. We were informed that the cottage will be moving down the street soon, but the cozy atmosphere will remain. I can't wait to return! read more

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I'm a huge tea fan so I was so excited to find this afternoon tea option in RI! The setting is very cute and cozy. We went on a Friday so we weren't the only group, but it also wasn't packed. I loved the decorations and ambiance. The mismatched China and chairs added to the charm. We did the standard tea for two which included a set menu with four little sandwiches, two scones and three desserts along with bottomless tea. You could upgrade to different teas or stick with either English breakfast, war grey, or masala chai or mix and match! We tested the bottomless tea promise by going through two pots of English breakfast and a pot of chai. We both enjoyed all of the food, and felt it was sufficient for a lightish lunch. I would definitely come back here again! read more

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Wonderful outing with my sister and cousins. We all enjoyed the tea and sandwiches. The scone with clotted cream (extra cost) was also delicious! read more

I thought everything was very good. I would definitely go back. Not something I would do all the time however it was fun! A bit pricey.

I have been a fan of afternoon tea from a young age, and have experienced this tradition on many occasions from New York City to Paris. However, there was a lack of options for afternoon tea in Rhode Island until recently. Enter Sweet Marie's Tea Cottage. This charming little nook in Wickford is even more cozy than I had imagined. It's like the space was meant to be a tea cottage. The decor is fun and whimsical with hand-stenciled floors, mismatched china and chairs (with a handful of leopard print chairs!), and family photos of the owner's grandmother Marie, the namesake of this sweet cottage, displayed on the walls. The menu is simple but perfect, with a selection of classic and slightly modern/creative finger sandwiches, sweet and savory scones, and a finale of bite-size desserts to wash it all down. In addition to a couple basic tea choices, you can upgrade to a pot of specialty tea, and also make it a boozy tea by adding on a glass of wine or a cocktail. If you have great weather during your visit, it's like a bonus! Go for a walk through the neighborhood afterwards to digest. I can't say enough, and will definitely be back. If you love afternoon tea, add this to your list! read more

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An enjoyable, fun outing for a traditional high tea experience. Located right in Wickford Village, it's easily paired with a nice afternoon walking around the historic down, checking out some antique and other local shops and perhaps also enjoying a seafood dinner at one of the great local restaurants. The cottage is super cute and quaint and furnished in a variety of tea paraphernalia (okay that sounds weird, but teapots and teacups is what I mean). It was necessary to email to make a reservation, which was a bit odd (instead of being able to book online) and my first preferred date was unavailable, so it took a bit of calendar coordination to schedule our tea. The tea, as in the actual beverage, was delicious and it was fun to drink from elaborate cups in the cozy little cottage. The accompaniments to the tea were traditional like scones, small crustless sandwiches and desserts including macaroons, but there was only one truffle that I thought was truly outstanding. Everything else was just okay. Note that there is just one menu option so if you're vegan or vegetarian, there's going to be some stuff you're just not going to want to eat- chicken sandwiches in my case. No substitutions. I imagine this is because everything is pre-prepared and plated. The place was filled with others (almost exclusively groups of women) enjoying small teas but the tables were well distanced and the music was relaxing and chill. We did not feel uncomfortable or crowded at all, which I was concerned about given the COVID situation. Service was decent although a couple times we had to wait a bit for more tea. Overall, this is really one of those places where you're paying for a cute, unique experience and the food is just sort of average. I also thought it was a bit overpriced for what it is- tea, scones, sandwiches and desserts, but if you factor in the overall experience and uniqueness you might conclude it's worth it. It was about $33 per person for our table with tax and tip, which was just for their basic tea service. Perhaps the weirdest thing about the place is that there is only an exterior bathroom (as in you have to go outside in the cold to use the bathroom). I didn't even want to try this but my bf did and was not really a fan of the experience. read more

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First time at the new location. We were all disappointed. Service was lacking. No discussion was given to describe the tray. Sandwiches were crusty on the outside and were not freshly made. More tea was not offered. The washrooms were filthy and visibly not cleaned. The cottage was cute. The experience is not worth the price. read more

I absolutely have nothing but great things to say about Sweet Marie's Tea Cottage! Reservations are made on the website through their portal. You will receive an email and text confirmation for availability. It can be a little tough to find. It's tucked away behind a building. There are four spots; otherwise, you park on the main road. There is a sign next to the front door (attached) that makes the entrance easy to find! The inside is absolutely beautiful. I love the antiques around the room and the beautiful décor. The music isn't too loud and you can hear your guest. We were guided to our table and asked which tea we would like. I love that the tea is bottomless! There are also a few cocktails, with great prices! We tried the Tea Thyme Bellini and the Sparking Hibiscus. Sparkling Hibiscus is the favorite and I will definitely be getting that one again! It was so refreshing and not too sweet. For the tower, I loved the arrangements. At the bottom was the mini sandwiches, with a mix of sweet and savory. The second layer was the scones. They are a little on the dryer side so I dipped them into my tea. For the top layer, was a a mini lemon cupcake, chocolate covered cookie dough and a cookies and cream macaron. The macaron was my favorite., By the end, I was so fill. You have two hours with each reservation and I believe we were there for almost the entire time. Overall, I really loved it and I will definitely be coming back again! read more

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We made a reservation for tea here a couple of weeks ago for yesterday. It's fairly easy to find (behind the quilt and kitchen store on the main road), and there's parking available right next to it (although limited, we found a spot). The inside is a bit rustic, with some decorations around the room, and the tables were all set with tablecloths, napkins, small plates and teacups with saucers. There was also a small printed menu on the table that outlined what would be served, along with the teas, other beverages available, and the schedule for our time there. They brought us out a pot of English breakfast (without asking what tea we may want), and placed it on the table warmer/candle teapot holder. We sipped our tea for a few minutes, and the tiered tray of food arrived a free minutes later, and they walked us through the items by layer. The savory items started on the bottom, with tea sandwiches (cucumber, chicken salad, prosciutto and fig, and strawberry brioche). The next level had scones - cranberry orange, and cheddar chive, these were ok at best, and didn't have the typical scone texture. The top level had small sweets - macaron, cupcake and truffle. The texture/flavor/lightness of the macaron were all what they should be, and tasty. A few things that I struggled with during this tea, also speaking from having experienced multiple tea services from London, to Denver, to San Francisco, and a couple of smaller places one on the Cape and one on the south shore, the service, the food and tea selection and the price. I don't feel that anyone on the service side was very excited to be there. We wanted a refill on our tea, and it took a bit to flag someone down. The food was good, not spectacular. The portions were ok, flavors ok, and again, overall just ok. My advice? Pick somewhere else to go. read more

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Fabulously cozy cottage with a legit tea! The setting is great for catching up with both friends and family. The selection of food was amazing cucumber sandwich, chicken salad, fig with prosciutto and a delightful strawberry basil round. There was a sweet and a savory scone and three delicious desserts. Our server was very attentive despite having a full house. We truly enjoyed everything about this experience and look forward to visiting again. Be sure to book a table ahead of time when you're planning on being in Wickford; you'll be glad you did! read more

Very expensive for two pot of tea and tiny biscuits and sandwiches. 3 people and it was $100. Their pricing is off somewhere. Cute place but they need to work on their portioning. Everything is one per person and it's so expensive. They also moved and didn't update it at on open table. So we circled and walked every where until we finally found it. They are now located on 7th w Main Street in a multiple complex building. read more

Such a cute spot! Traditional experience for high tea. Service was wonderful and overall a great experience.

I went to Sweet Marie's for the first time today for a little girls' date with my daughter and mother-in-law. It was so lovely! I've been looking for a place for the three of us to go for high tea but most places don't allow kids under 12. I was thrilled when I saw that Sweet Marie's allows all ages. It's a charming little place that feels like stepping into Grandma's kitchen. The tea was lovely and the food was fantastic! There wasn't a single bad thing in the whole arrangement. The staff was kind as well. I highly recommend it! read more

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Lovely boutique tea house with fun music and friendly staff! The food was very good as well, especially the cucumber and chicken salad sandwiches . read more

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We visited Sweet Maries Tea Cottage as the grand finale of my friend's bachelorette weekend, and we couldn't have gotten luckier with our choice. The cottage is beautifully decorated. It's just small enough to make us feel special for getting a table even if it was mostly empty on the day we went (which was Easter Sunday, as it happens). There only seemed to be one person on staff, and she did an excellent job. The spread of treats and tea stacks up to more ritzy big city high-tea venues for a much more reasonable price. Plus, I can't stress enough how unique the aesthetic of the place is. read more

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I really liked this place. Albeit a little cramped, the staff really did their best to accommodate our party. We came here for my baby shower so we needed quite a bit of space for our group, gifts, etc. The food was quite enjoyable and they made a cocktail non-alcoholic just for me. Tasty little bites of food. You're really coming for the experience and atmosphere so don't expect a buffet. It was a fun experience and I would definitely come back! read more

This was our first time at Sweet Marie's to celebrate my friend's birthday. We totally enjoyed our selves. Loved seeing all the different teapots and cups. The ambience was great. The one thing I did not like as much was how close you sat next to other guests. Maybe it is less busy on a weekday. Nevertheless we totally enjoyed the experience. We were able to get comfortable before they served the food. When the food came out there was even a candle for the birthday girl, how cute. The food looked and was delicious. I am not a goat cheese lover but luckily it was small and the other bites were delicious. If the occasion arises I would definitely visit again. read more

Would highly recommend this place do not skip this cute lil treasure gem. The place is small but very cozy and homey. The snacks that they provide are amazing and enjoyed each bite of all the treats. Would highly recommend not skipping out on the scones they were mines and others favorite of all. The tea they offer was delicious and paired very well with all the treats you get. Honestly the next time I visit Rhode Island this will be the first thing on my list to do it was such a great time and other tables were friendly an nice as well. If you want a nice peaceful and lovely start to your day would highly recommend this place read more

Loved the decor, service, tea, and food. I was shocked that the food was really good. I went more for the experience and was so pleasantly surprised. I definitely recommend it. It is something different to do that is really fun read more

Absolutely perfect way to spend Sunday morning! The location is great, small parking lot made for easy access. The ambiance is peaceful, historical, and beautiful. The food was DELICIOUS! All staff was nice and welcoming. Overall an amazing experience.. I will be back! read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Scones, cupcakes, finger sandwiches. - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

We went here for tea as a Black Friday treat. The room is very small with only six or so tables indoors, although there were more tables outside which must be used in warmer weather. Tables were assigned with white tablecloths and mismatched China. The ceiling beams and exposed stone wall made it very cozy. The server greeted us immediately and was helpful in finding a spot to put my stroller. However, service was lacking otherwise. The food menu is fixed with no substitutions, but there were different tea and alcoholic beverage options. The server brought out Earl Gray tea before asking us what we wanted, which was odd. We tree refused the Earl Gray and asked for decaf instead. We had decaf English breakfast tea and hot chocolate. The tea was delicious. The hot chocolate tasted like Swiss Miss. It's a bottomless tea but we were never offered refills. The food was good but unremarkable. For each person there were three finger sandwiches, two scones, and three sweets. The cupcake and cranberry scones were our favorites. We had a good time but I think we would try somewhere else before going back. It was very pricey for what you got ($133 for the people when you added in tip). Also, you have to go outside and around to get to the bathroom, which is very inconvenient. And the bathroom was a bit of a mess. read more

Sweet Maries Tea Cottage - Sandwiches, scones, and sweets - Tea Rooms Near Me - N Kingstown, Rhode Island

Sweet Marie's was a quaint and cozy tea experience that I was very grateful to share with my wife, sister and mother. The bottomless tea was a real treat and the tea sandwiches, scones and desserts were delicious. I especially loved the truffle which was cookie-licious. The atmosphere really steals the show here and the staff were really kind and friendly. The service was good overall but it would be nice if the staff checked on the tea pots more proactively as we did have to ask for refills for each of the tea pots. It seems like this business is a bit newer and overall we really enjoyed the experience. If you're looking for a unique and cool tea experience I'd definitely recommend taking a trip here. The location is right near down town Wickford which makes for a cute after tea stroll! read more

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Such a cute little spot! Service was excellent and the tea and food were so good! Was a wonderful afternoon!

The new Sweet Marie's Tea Cottage is beautiful! We had a lovely birthday tea party there. Lindsey was super sweet and accommodating due to snow the day of my event. All guests had a great time! read more

Quaint, adorable decor. Delicious food and wonderful service. Definitely will be back! read more