The Best Tea Rooms in New Jersey

By Simone Dweck

Whether planning a family celebration or just needing a midday pick-me-up, New Jersey offers an array of delicious afternoon tea at undiscovered places. Here are VUE NJ’s top tea room recommendations in New Jersey.

Prince Tea House – Edison, Marlton, & Princeton

A local chain tea house with 10 locations in the USA, Prince Tea House serves an abundance of high-quality, freshly brewed teas imported directly from France. You’ll find about 10 options under Green Tea alone. Take advantage of their fun flavors; the Jardin Tropical Tea is a popular one. The Rose Lover Milk Tea is a well-liked sweet option, and you can even choose your sugar level. Regarding desserts, matcha lovers should try the Green Tea Mille Crêpes Cake, and chocolate lovers the Molten Lava Cake. Prince Tea House also has food appetizers and salads if you’re there during lunchtime. And unlike other tea houses, the portions are relatively large. 

Jane’s Tea House – Haddon Heights

Even non-tea drinkers can enjoy the bright, intimate atmosphere of Jane’s Tea House and take a photo at the Selfie Station where there are plenty of props. Visitors can go in the morning too; they serve coffee and breakfast dishes like avocado toast, a French toast bowl, or a fried egg and cheddar cheese scone-wich. Jane’s Tea House has a strong selection of sweet and savory homemade scones; the savory garlic and herb scone is a must-try. Furthermore, customers can enjoy over 30 iced tea flavors, and their summer menu includes some exclusive additions, such as their peach apricot iced tea. 

Tipple & Rose Tea Parlor and Apothecary – Princeton

Cozy and filled with vintage decor, Tipple and Rose offers over 140 teas and tisanes. Their food offerings include housemade light bites for lunch, locally made desserts, and Doria’s sweet and savory scones. The tea is super fragrant since there are a generous amount of leaves in the strainer bags. Like a real tea time at the Rosewood Hotel in London, you’ll receive a timer that tells you when to remove the tea bag from the water so when you use it a second and third time, the tea is just as aromatic as the first. The apothecary/retail space emphasizes whole-body wellness and self-care such as housemade bath and body products, tea-making accessories, and organic bulk herbs and spices. Make sure to check out their one-of-a-kind tea sniffing bar to sample different tea blends. 

Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room – Toms River

Open every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dining at Mathis House’s tea room will make you feel like royalty. Mathis House was built in 1898 at the end of the Gilded Age and has been intricately renovated to preserve its historic charm. The afternoon tea menu includes a freshly brewed pot of tea, seasonal salad, a cup of soup, and a homemade scone with clotted cream and lemon curd. A variety of tea sandwiches comes afterward, and the regal journal is topped off with a plate of homemade desserts. Guests have the option of dining on the wrap-around porch during the warmer months, or they can dine in the Butterfly Room embellished with shades of lilac and flowers. Mathis House can hold special events and can offer dietary accommodations if need be. The Mathis House also operates as a bed and breakfast for guests who want to stay the night, and in the attic, there’s a Christmas gift shop and events like plant sales and access to the old carriage house. 

Mulberry House – Westfield

Mulberry House is located inside a refurbished 1900s-era Victorian home, offering an authentic English-style tea experience. The ambiance is homey and intimate, perfect for intimate social gatherings and special events ranging from 18 to 70 guests like wedding showers, baby showers, birthdays, and tea parties. Mulberry House serves a dine-in lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and reservations are recommended. The menu includes a soup or salad, scones, tea sandwiches, and mini pastries. The scones are celebrated for their variety of flavors and are served with clotted cream and jam. Mulberry House is very kid-friendly, with options like grilled cheese and peanut butter and jelly. There are also special weekend offerings like stuffed French toast with pumpkin cheesecake filling and mini sliders with home fries. The take-home tea box allows guests to experience tea time from anywhere. 

Sally Lunn’s Tea Room & Restaurant – Chester & Chatham

Sally Lunn’s is housed in a lovely Victorian Parlor tea room and restaurant, serving meals on pretty dishes with thoughtful sides, paying special attention to presentation. The interior features nostalgic and elegant decor with linen cloths, fine china, and Hitchcock chairs. There are 74 flavors of loose tea, ranging from whole fruit tea to chocolate and flower teas. Tea can also be taken home, and brewing instructions are provided. Their famous scones are made fresh daily and served with homemade clotted cream and strawberry preserves. Their flavors include blueberry, strawberry, peach, and more. There is also a collection of English delights including homemade pies, pastries, and desserts. If you’re in the mood for a unique menu item, try the Tiddy Oggi pie, Cornish Pastie, or the signature Cockney Pie, invented by Josephine Gaffney. Events can be held at Sally Lunn’s Tea Room, and the catering services give options to rent bone china, lace aprons, and linen tablecloths. 

The Peacock Inn Restaurant & Bar – Princeton

Picture bite-size desserts like orange almond cake, coconut caramel tart, and chocolate truffle with a glass of champagne or sparkling wine. The Peacock Inn has been in operation since 1911 and afternoon tea at their restaurant is offered daily between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. and has a sophisticated and upscale atmosphere. There are three tiers of savories and sweets including tea sandwiches like cranberry walnut chicken salad and roasted turkey with brie, and a variety of loose-leaf teas and French press coffee. And like any great tea house, The Peacock Inn serves freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam. Reservations are required for tea time there, so make sure to book a slot in advance.