Lady Mendls

4.9

1123 Reviews

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for brunch

Our $89 prix fixe tea service is offered Tuesday through Sunday.

Lady Mendl's is an unconventionally chic tea salon housed within a Georgian brownstone in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan. An opulent five-course tea is served in an eclectic and whimsical parlor by a doting staff. Patrons sip tea from hand culled vintage Wedgwood teacups as they nibble dainty finger sandwiches and house baked scones.

Please note that our entrance is only accessible via a staircase of 10 steps. We do not have an elevator.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 7:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Location
56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
Union Square
Cross street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Earl Grey
Floral notes of Bergamot, exceptional combination of Darjeeling, Assam, Chinese, and Sri Lankan teas, sprayed with the oil of Bergamot has been satisfying our customers for generations
English Breakfast
These medium sized leaves produce a copper liquid that has a bright and fragrant cup. The tea is smooth and full-bodied with a malty aftertaste that stands up to a splash of milk or lemon
Moroccan Mint Green
Transport yourself to a land of desert sands, caravans and palm tree filled oasis, with Moroccan Mint a delicious blend of spearmint and green tea. The green tea unfurls into large leaves, with a pale ecru cup and a strong minty flavor
Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong
This delightfully light tea brews to an ecru color and has the taste of baked goodies with an undertone of an earthly oolong. The rich exotic aroma is accompanied by the smooth, delicious taste of coconut macaroon with vanilla accents
Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)
A wonderful blend of green rooibos with cacao and cinnamon and flavored with Bavarian chocolate, cinnamon and hazelnuts. It brews to a golden cup with the delicious aroma and taste of cinnamon baked goodies
Luscious Lemon (Decaf)
A lemony blend that combines organic lemon peel, organic lemongrass, organic lemon balm, and lemon verbena with natural lemon flavor

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad
Green Market Tea Sandwiches
Selections vary based on seasonal availability. Please ask server for the daily options
Traditional Scones
devonshire clotted cream with fruit preserves
Gâteau de Crêpes
vanilla cream
Petit Fours
macarons, chocolate covered strawberries

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge
Lemon Verbena Fresca
Rose Petal Fizz
Peach Bellini
Classic Mimosa
Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc Change$16.00
Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange Gold$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Merlot Change$16.00

What 1,123 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lady Mendl's offers an exceptional afternoon tea experience that transports you back in time to a charming, old-world setting. "delicious food," "excellent service," and "beautiful decor" create a memorable visit. Guests rave about the variety of teas and the attentive staff, making it "the best high tea in the city." Perfect for special occasions or a relaxing afternoon escape.

1,123 Reviews

D
Deborah
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I've been to Lady Mendl's many times over the years (pre-Covid). I've always enjoyed it. Today seemed noisier than in the past. Is it more crowded? While I liked most sandwiches, I found the avo-hummus and the pumpernickel/cream cheese less interesting. I didn't sample all the teas; I enjoyed the English Breakfast and Earl Grey, less so the coconut. The crepe dessert was delicious!
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John
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alberto was great, we had a good time. We came up to celebrate post-wedding.
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Kathleen
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an absolutely wonderful experience! The food was fantastic and fresh, the service was prompt and the staff was friendly and helpful. It was everything we wanted it to be. The pumpkin apple soup course was my favorite and the crepe course was a close second.
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OrganicPlease
Nashville
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been coming here for years and have experienced a few transitions but it seems LM finally has settled on the right combination of factors for a delightful and plentiful tea in the same charming venue we all know and love. Servers were kind and tea service on point. I appreciate the new approach without the teapot on the table.
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Laura
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Unexpectedly absolutely lovely, who knew it was right there
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Thaori
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a delightful afternoon in a charming setting, with excellent service and delicious food.
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Delilah
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
My time at Lady Mendl's would have been excellent were it not for a very uncomfortable racial microaggression and disrespectful encounter with a server near the end of my meal. This experience was unpleasant enough for me to not want to return to the restaurant in the future. I have sent a private note to the restaurant with full details in hopes that this will be addressed. I visited Lady Mendl's the weekend before Thanksgiving to celebrate my marriage, and much to my delight, the restaurant was already decorated for the holidays! The decor and layout of the restaurant gave a very cozy feeling, like I was having afternoon tea in my very own French living room. I appreciated that the tables were set apart from one another so each party's experience felt more intimate. My friend and I opted for the tea tasting to accompany the prix fixe menu. The tea was wonderful - I've never had more fragrant earl grey tea, and the Moroccan mint green tea brought me back to my trip to Morocco. The sandwiches were light enough so that I did not feel too overly indulgent. My pumpkin cheesecake included a celebratory "Congratulations" sign. The service was great, with the exception of one server who soured the entire experience for me, as described in the previous paragraph.
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Nicole
New York City
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delightful afternoon tea experience in a beautiful brownstone. The decor was lovely and the service was on point. The food was delicious. The tea was perfect. Can’t wait to come back.
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Gail
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cadence is spectacular and really knows her tea. A great place to chat with friends and enjoy a taste of something special.
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Pam
Toronto
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon tea service with unlimited tea offered. Server was helpful and patient. Property is a beautiful brownstone in New York.
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FAQs

Lady Mendls is rated 4.9 stars by 1123 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Neighborhood
Union Square
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 7:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Lady Mendls

Make a reservation

Additional information

Main

Earl Grey

English Breakfast

Moroccan Mint Green

Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong

Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)

Luscious Lemon (Decaf)

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad

Green Market Tea Sandwiches

Traditional Scones

Gâteau de Crêpes

Petit Fours

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge

Lemon Verbena Fresca

Rose Petal Fizz

Peach Bellini

Classic Mimosa

Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc Change$16.00

Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange Gold$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'Aigle$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Merlot Change$16.00

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