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    The St. James Tearoom

    4.6 (250 reviews)
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    THE ST. JAMES TEAROOM ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Emily Y.

    A really well thought out and immersive experience. The menus are tasty and varied, the decor and atmosphere is perfrct for afternoon tea, and the staff outfits are the cherry on top that tie it all together. The servers are very polite, professional, and attentive. I was unsure of how dining here alone would play out, but they put me in a little booth that probably would've seated 2-3 normally, brought the tea and treats, and generally let me be unless I signaled for a new pot of tea. Which is how I like it! It was nice to just sip on some tea and work on some crosswords. If you get there too early, you can browse the tea and teaware selection to kill time before seating. The wares range from affordable (a teapot going for $15ish) to a bit pricey (pot for $70) so there's something for everyone.

    Maria-Christina S.

    Such a lovely time, can't wait to go back! My neice came to visit and I wanted to surprise her with a visit to St. James Tearoom. We reserved a private room and chose the fruit tea experience. The theme was Tea in the Hundred Acre Wood and every last detail was perfect. The entire venue was decorated with little photo ops around every corner. Our room was perfectly set with pretty little decorations and details. Each tea and tea service was wonderful as our hostess made sure to guide us and give us pointers on how to go throughout each tea and snack, even helping us keep pace so we could enjoy each portion of our tea time and treats. The menu was wonderfully themed and had a variety of sweet and savory treats with each tea complimenting each course. My neice loved every second and always talks about our next tea time at St. James. I can't think of a thing that could have been better!

    Deb R.

    The experience and food theme are so worth the money. I've come several times this year and haven't been disappointed ever. The staff is always kind. The service is spot on. The private rooms are beautiful. I was impressed by how good the gluten free menu is. Sometimes with gluten free food there is a difference in the texture of the food. The food was the same perfection you enjoy with the regular menu.

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    Diedra Q.

    Everything about this place is absolutely amazing! I can't wait to go back. This place makes you feel like a little girl and a princess at the same time. You enter a completely different world when you walk down the hall to your tea room. The customer service was amazing so friendly, kind and fast. Honestly one of my favorite places in Albuquerque if you get a chance to go I highly recommend it.

    Lisa J.

    At your scheduled time, which was 630 for us, they ring a bell and you head down the hallway and greeted and taken to your room. We were in the Pemberly room. They close it off with curtains so you have your own private area and it was so nice! Turned off our cell phones and had a nice relaxing hour and a half conversation with lots of laughter and reminiscing. They brought out the three tier platter, 1st teir is the savories, 2nd tier is the bread and 3rd is desserts. The Hong Kong salad that was a perfect size, the cucumber avocado tea sandwich was just the perfect bite, the meatloaf sandwich had an onion jam with bacon and a hint of spice that was just right, then we moved on to the meatball and potato skewer which had spices that made us want more. Lastly was the fluff pastry with the brie and apricot inside. It was a great ending to the 1st flight. Moving on to the scone and ube milk bread. The scone with clotted cream and blood orange curd was the perfect combination of sweetness and that ube bread was so fluffy. 3rd and last flight was the dessert flight. Those desserts were excellent. My absolute favorite was the mocha hazelnut dacquoise. The cookie was crispy on the outside with a chewy center which the perfect dollop of hazelnut spread on top, chefs kiss! The Italian rum panna cotta with salted caramel was my second favorite and I dont even like custard like textures, but that flavor was out of this world! The rhubarb gooseberry tart was my least favorite. It was a little too tart (haha) for liking. Our server Elijah was absolutely amazing and kind. We have a friend coming from out of town next week and and have another reservation to bring her. We had such a nice relaxing evening this evening. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

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    Bailey M.

    The St. James tearoom is the best restaurant and food experience to exist in New Mexico. The ambiance always matches the menu theme perfectly. As an experienced St. James Tearoom goer, I'd recommend going to the Alice in Wonderland menu in June, the Lord of the Rings menu every other November, and the Jane Austen menu in August. (Honorable mention for World of Wizards in September) The Lemon Soufflé herbal tea, Earl a la Crème earl gray traditional black, and the Lady Day blueberry pomegranate tea are all fantastic. I also love that they offer an unlimited number of teapots for no additional charge at teatime. Every single server is phenomenal and the service is always memorable. If you go, ask for Nevaeha, Makenna, or Bailey. But really, never had a bad experience with any of the servers and they're all always excellent. If you're looking to call and request a room I'd recommend Styles or Woodridings for small parties and Pemberly or Bird & Baby for big groups. Had the option to try patio seating a couple times and it feels like having tea with fairies in the evening seatings when all the garden lights are on. If you're waiting for a reason to go LET THIS BE IT! If you've never been you are missing out

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    My mom, her friend and I visited the St. James Tearoom and it was a great experience for the most part. Service was great. Our waitress took wonderful care of us. She was not overbearing which made us enjoy our tea sitting. She was also very knowledgeable about the teas they offered as well as the food offerings. However, it would have been just a tad better if we had a better understanding of which tea worked best with each tier of food we purchased. The ambience and atmosphere was nice and cozy. The only part that was not quite satisfactory was the size of the tea room for 3 people (2 of which were handicap). It would be better if there were rooms available that could accommodate disabled and handicapped patrons a little better. The entrance of the tearoom was a little tight for anyone who is disabled or handicapped, which makes it very difficult to navigate. However the staff did the best they could with the limited space they had. I also think they can revamp their "pre sitting" questions to ensure they are being mindful of food allergies. And they are better equipped to tell their patrons what foods and teas to avoid in the case of any allergies. The food spread was AWESOME! It was a great selection of savories and sweets. Despite the space inadequacy, the food and service were definitely great to experience. I do recommend for anyone who isn't disabled or handicapped.

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    Fiana S.

    I've been wanting to come to tea here for years, and I finally did recently! It's a great date place, and in the Fall inside with its old-fashioned classy mood, nice dim lighting, exquisite tea set, decor, and feel to the whole place. I felt like we were transported back in time, which was very fun. Our server was very nice, expertly had all the foods and teas and everything memorized, and came by the right amount of times so we could get what we needed and be checked in on, but also have plenty of time and privacy alone. It's so nice to feel we could relax and enjoy the experience! The food was delicious, the savories and the sweets. I was able to get everything vegetarian, and my date was able to get everything gluten free, and I enjoyed how everything looked so similar though slightly different. There was plenty of food and drink. The teas were nice, but not very exciting. Please offer a vegan menu, and also non-dairy milk!

    Tim S.

    It's a good thing we don't live locally or we would be in every couple months. That's actually a specific amount of time as we found out they change the theme every couple months. I planned on taking my daughter here for months. When the trip got closer I went on their site to make a reservation, and I was shocked to realize that our days were all completely booked. In fact it was booked out another month or so. But I am stubborn. I kept checking the site every couple days to see if a cancelation would pop up. 3 days before the Albuquerque days I went on and I was so happy to see a green spot lit up next to 4pm on the Tuesday. There was literally no other spot open for the 50 days after. I jumped on it immediately before it was gone. My daughter didn't know what to expect(me either) but I gave a heads up we should probably dress nice. After a quick parking we walked into a truly original experience. The staff was completely in character for a nice tea. We got our our draped off room and the server was very kind. She came out with different teas and a series of platters that in the end actually filled us up. I don't think the St James tearoom needs my recommendation, it's already very popular and well reviewed. But I'm honored to say it is one of the coolest things you can do in town.

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    Heather G.

    Absolutely incredible. I've been three times and plan to come back again and again. Any bad reviews are isolated incidences. The food is so delicious and unique. The decorations and themes are so cute and thought out. You feel like you're in England at an authentic tea party. The waiters are sweet and do a great job at rehearsing their lines for the themes. They have one room that's behind another room only separated by a curtain and I would say that's my only complaint. Way to intrusive for both parties conversation or comfort. Love themes, such a gem to find in Albuquerque. I've been to a few tea parties including in England and this is top notch. Went with mom and grandma one time, they loved it. Went with my sister, she had so much fun and went for my anniversary and my bf enjoyed.

    Priscilla S.

    Walking into St. James was like being in a magic place! They definitely likened the place to the theme of Harry Potter! It felt exclusive and exciting! The spot they have given for our party of 4 was the favorite. It was comfortable and closest to the entrance. Every party had their own section or "room", and booth seating. We lucked out and got the most requested seating area. The attention to detail was amazing! The menu represented the world of Harry Potter tremendously! We enjoyed every moment and were so full at the end! I tried everything! I couldn't choose a favorite bc I liked it all! The extensive photos can only show how magical it was! It was definitely a magical experience! Our server was very knowledgeable and patiently explained everything about the menu. I enjoyed the pumpkin juice as the prelude to the Savories and Sweets. In-between the 2 courses were 2 potions we had to conjure up! That was so fun to put together! Everything was tasty! I can definitely see why this place is well sought after and sells out quickly! Can't wait to come back for the next adventure!

    Shelly A.

    Delicious and artfully presented savories, sweets, and teas; attentive and thorough service; and a wonderfully relaxed, private, and appropriately frilly seating area . . . The St. James Tea Room checks all of the boxes! Whether you're planning an intimate tea for two or a large group excursion, be sure to make your reservations asap. Then prepare to enjoy your escape from reality as you sip your scrumptious tea and nibble on a scone. Cheers!

    Christian V.

    It's a unique and delightful experience for anyone when in Albuquerque! Cheerful and pleasant staff welcome you in and walk you to your charming little cubby while passing through the shop. We especially liked the personalized greeting for our group. The teas are delicious as well as the savory and sweet treats, all expertly prepared. Indeed, this afternoon tea gives Fortnum and Mason in London and Bergdorf Goodman in Manhattan, NY a run for their money! One of our instant favorites and hope to return again soon!

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