Visit These Tea Rooms in Tennessee

Looking for a traditional tea service in Tennessee? Spend your afternoon at these tea rooms in and around Nashville, Memphis and in East Tennessee. There are kid-friendly afternoon tea service offered as well, so the whole family can enjoy a timeless tea experience.

Tea Rooms in and near Nashville

The Hermitage Hotel – Nashville

A delightful southern tea is served at 2 p.m. Friday-Sunday at the luxurious Hermitage Hotel. Tea and refreshments are served in the Grand Lobby and Veranda. “Spillin’ Tea with Draper James” is inspired by recipes from Draper James owner Reese Witherspoon’s cookbook, Whiskey in a Teacup. Your tea service includes scones, pastries and tea sandwiches as well as loose-leaf tea by In Pursuit of Tea and complimentary valet parking. Reservations online or by calling 615-345-7147 are highly recommended.

The Southern Tea Room – Franklin

The Southern Tea Room in Franklin, about 22 miles south of Nashville, offers a classic English Afternoon Tea daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., complete with charming, mismatched China, handkerchiefs and vintage teacups. Your whimsical afternoon includes a 75-minute, three-tier tea service with a glass teapot and tea light to keep your chosen tea at the perfect temperature. Begin with the Pastry Tier, full of Southern-inspired treats, the Savory Tier for flavorful Southern cuisine bites and then the Sweet tier for the perfect ending. 

Pinky’s Up Afternoon Tea – Clarksville

An explosion of pink, flowers and aesthetically pleasing backdrops for the best photos welcome you at Pinky’s Up Afternoon Tea in Clarksville, about 50 miles north of Nashville. There are a variety of tea experiences to choose from, including a kids tea, brunch tea and high tea. The Kids Tea and Tier includes an entrée like pizza rolls, mac n cheese and peanut butter and jelly sandwich along with a top tier of desserts. The Brunch Tea & Tier includes entrees like chicken and waffles or turkey sliders with fries, a middle tier of finger foods and a top dessert tier. The High Tea and Tier includes a lower tier entrée of club sandwiches or burgers or fish and chips, charcuterie in the middle and a dessert top tier. Tea flavors are abundant and include orange spice, passion fruit green tea, peach, calm fig & vanilla, cinnamon vanilla, dessert teas like banana foster and blueberry muffin and blooming teas such as acai berry and cranberry. Cake, cocktails and even milkshakes topped with cotton candy clouds are also on the menu.

The Mad Herbalist – Clarksville

Step into the lush, green world of The Mad Herbalist where you can enjoy lunch, brunch and tea 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays. Enjoy freshly brewed teas and delicious bites in the historic Neely Home cabin. Surrounded by rich wood tones and cozy corners, choose tea that is hot, iced or sparkling like gingersnap apple, peppermint mocha or blissful berry. You can even infuse your tea with any beer or cider on the menu. Build your favorite tier to complete your tea service from menu selections like the egg drop sandwich, baked brie, antipasto and Havarti and Swiss grilled cheese.

Southern Charm Tea Room – Bell Buckle

Make a reservation for a beautiful afternoon tea in the charming small town of Bell Buckle at Southern Charm Tea Room, about 54 miles south of Nashville. Here, you’ll enjoy scones and tea on vintage tea cups and saucers in a room of antiques, rustic chic and vintage Southern patterns. Soups, salads and sandwiches are also available in addition to the traditional afternoon tea service. Afterwards, shop in the antique stores and boutiques on Bell Buckle’s historic square.

Kimmi’s Tea Room – McMinnville

Savor a classic English tea service at Kimmi’s Tea Room in McMinnville about 75 miles from Nashville, where English elegance and Southern charm blend seamlessly. Opt for the Luxury Afternoon Tea service to sip freshly brewed loose-leaf tea in a variety of flavors. Enjoy soup, finger sandwiches, cheese crackers and fruit, quiche and a selection of desserts. For a casual option, the Cream Tea service comes with a scone with clotted cream and seedless raspberry jam.

Miss Marenda’s Tea Room - Sparta

Located on Sparta, Tennessee’s historic town square, Miss Marenda’s Tea Room offers a quaint tea service in a restaurant filled with charming antiques and Southern finery. Sit back and relax over your tea, soups and sandwiches while chatting and enjoying small town life. Sample cupcakes, tea cakes, cookies and more.

Tiny Tea House – Holladay

Escape to a tea house among beautiful nature for afternoon tea or high tea at Tiny Tea House in Holladay, Tennessee, about 90 miles from Nashville. Reservations are highly recommended as the serene ambiance and delicious teas and pastry items are favorites among locals and travelers. Enjoy Afternoon Tea where you’ll choose three menu items that include tea sandwiches, quiche, lemon curd, pavlova, cream puffs, macarons and tea cakes as well as an assortment of tea flavors. Upgrade to a Royal Tea to include a special tea item like crab cakes, salad or ice cream. High Tea includes additions such as Yorkshire pudding, charcuterie, pasta like mushroom ravioli and homemade farfalle, and fig and prosciutto or pork barbecue pizza. After tea, go shopping in the Tiny Shoppe where you’ll find locally made items, bath products, treats and more. 

Afternoon Tea Destinations in and near Memphis

Afternoon Tea at Chez Philippe - Memphis

You’ll love the Southern luxury of Chez Philippe inside the Memphis Peabody Hotel as you enjoy the Afternoon Tea Service, the only place in Memphis that offers a traditional English afternoon tea noon to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Choose your favorite from a selection of teas and settle in for a three-course menu of warm scones, sweets and savory tea sandwiches. Organic teas sources from Rishi Tea Company include blended black teas, blended white tea, oolong tea, green tea, blended Pu-erh tea, herbal teas and caffeine-free teas. Add-ons include a Peabody White Chocolate Duck and a glass of champagne. A Duckie Tea perfect for children is also available that includes caffeine-free scarlet, peach blossom and blueberry rooibos teas. Valet parking is included in your tea service.

Enchanted Tea Lounge - Memphis

You’ll love the photo-worthy seating and backdrops at Enchanted Tea Lounge as soon as you step inside. Located in Midtown Memphis, adjacent to the Crosstown Concourse, Enchanted Tea Lounge offers an elegant Afternoon Tea that includes a savory course, daily scones, an assortment of desserts and your own pot of tea. The Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. A children’s afternoon tea is also available with lemonade or hot chocolate able to be substituted for tea if desired. The menu changes each month so that each visit is a unique experience. Sip a variety of loose leaf tea flavors just as peach apricot, island coconut, orange space, raspberry, mango, vanilla cream and medium black tea with lemon.

Tea Time: A British Touch – Trenton

Did you know Trenton, Tennessee is home to the world’s largest collection of porcelain night-light teapots from Asia, Europe and Africa? You can see the 526 pieces at the Trenton Teapot Museum before going to Tea Time: A British Touch in downtown Trenton for a classic afternoon tea. Enjoy an afternoon of tea with friends that includes hot teas from England and Ireland as well as European-style treats such as scones, shortbread and English biscuits. Your tea selection will be paired with treats that best compliment the flavor profile. Tea parties can be hosted from children’s tea parties to adult get-togethers for a special afternoon. Trenton, Tennessee is about 100 miles from Memphis, making it a great day trip from the city.

Tea Rooms in East Tennessee

The Kraken’s Cup – Knoxville 

The Kraken’s Cup is where you can get a premier English-style tea service in Knoxville. With two distinctive dining areas and a variety of teas and delicious bites, The Kraken’s Cup is a great place to catch up with friends. Choose the traditional afternoon tea experience, The Old City Socie-Tea, that offers a variety of tea sandwiches and savory bites, scone and dessert with a pot of tea of your choice. Upgrade to The Marble Ci-tea to include a selection of locally sourced cheeses and fruits. Children ages 3-9 can enjoy their own tea or chocolate milk with peanut butter and jelly, cheese and ham tea sandwiches and house-made desserts.

Tea Room at The TENNESSEAN Hotel – Knoxville

Inviting a bit of relaxation before retiring for the night, you can join The Tennessean for a Tennessean Tuck-In Rituals, including a nightly hosted tea table with a curated selection of Tea Forte teas. While relaxing, play luxury edition board games like Monopoly, Chess and Trivial Pursuit. You can also sip your tea and curl up with The Tennessean's curated digital library of books and podcasts.

Apple Cake Tea Room – Farragut

Enjoy the Southern charm of the Apple Cake Tea Room in Farragut that offers full lunch service, plus delicious teas like earl grey tea, green tea and "Friendship Tea" sweetened with spiced tea. Enjoy the Tea Room Medley which includes chicken salad, glazed fruit, banana nut bread sandwich with cream cheese filling and chips. Save room for dessert with the famous apple cake and ice cream.

The Homefront Tea Room – Chattanooga

Pair your afternoon tea service with a thrilling train ride through Tennessee’s countryside with Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. Embark on the Homefront Tea Room, A Tea in the Depot Experience which includes a full high tea and a 65-minute train ride where you’ll learn area history. Enjoy tea at 11 a.m. in the upstairs viewing room of the Grand Junction Depot, then board the train and travel over four bridges, through a pre-Civil War era tunnel and see the restoration shop and a demonstration of the turntable. It’s a great way to spend a leisurely afternoon with friends. The tea is running now through Aug. 31, 2025 and tickets are available now.