One of my favorite little shops in the world! This is a must-visit each time I am in San Diego. I…read moreusually have lunch at Shakespeare's but then always stop by the shoppe on our way out. There are a few things I just have to get: some fresh made scones, sausage rolls, clotted cream, tea and maybe a candy bar or two, or three. They have the violet crumbles which one one of my favorites! However, their homemade items are where it is at! I love their scones. They are lovely. They usually have a few different kinds that have been baked but there are also mixes you can take home to make yourself. They have plenty of different tea mixes and it's nice to try a new one out each time. They also have plenty of imported candies, treacle, tea towels, fun gift ideas and many other things. The store also hosts English teas and I would love to do one at some point. There are many different ones and they make it in house. They also make sausage rolls, meat pies and many other savory items. Great to stop in and see what they have. The ladies who work inside have always been lovely, welcome a conversation or questions and although the store is small, it is packed with great merchandise! You will not be sorry you stopped in!

Charming and cute British store. They have wonderful sausages and meat pies and other British…read morefoods. They have UK teas, cookies, snacks, seasoning, canned foods and such. I've included pictures of some of the many items available for purchase. Staff is very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.

Very cute spot! It's all pink inside. Cade Sevilla good a bit sweet. Pastry almond creme filled…read moredelicious.

This place surprised me! I thought it was more to take like a 5 year old girl to get some chocolate…read moremilk & a dessert but wow whoever the chef is AMAZING Probably some of the best brunch places I've been to in Tijuana! Don't let the pink girly spot fool you, the food is so good. We came here since the other place we planned on having brunch was closed with full family , older men & women & young ones Everyone ordered different things off the menu & we all loved our dishes! I don't like seafood but everyone said the shrimp omelette was to come back for I got the steak & chilaquiles & it was A LOT. I have half to my dad & he thought that was the full serving Plates are big portions & very filling At the end we all shared the pancakes like a dessert & waiter brought us 8 extra plates for everyone

This is a cute quiet place .. good for reading or to come to hang out with friends ... my…read moreceremonial matcha was great! I've been trying many places and this one knows how to actually a prepare matcha. The girl who helped me out was extremely nice . Prices are also really good for the quality of the product.

say cute looking tea shop. You can hang/chill in here while you sip on your favorite infusion/tea…read morefrom green to matcha and some awesome combinations. I went for the "Sleeping Beauty" and it was great, they have great sweetener alternatives like brown sugar, stevia to honey, so get the most out of your tea go sweetend or unsweetened

I took five women from my family for afternoon tea to celebrate two birthdays. We had a lovely…read moreprivate space with tea ready on arrival. We were graciously welcomed. Two tiered platters with savory treats and sweets were served. It was a new experience for my family and one they hope to repeat. The birthday girls received a sweet treat, a birthday song, and even a gift! If you want a special time with attentive service, and delicious food, check out Coral Tree Tearoom.

What a delightful experience! We were a party of three celebrating a birthday for a tea aficionado…read moreand it was thoroughly enjoyed. This operation is delightfully old-school, a rarity these days. The setting in an historic house in Old Town provides the perfect setting (easy to find and plenty of parking). Given that there were only three tables of guests, the ladies were very attentive and even sang a birthday song. Highly recommended!

I love taking afternoon tea and one of my favourite places to enjoy the cherished ritual is at…read moreAubrey Rose Tea Room in La Mesa. Located in a pleasant sidewalk-lined row of shops, Aubrey Rose is a hidden gem of a quaint, distinctively feminine and vintage-style tea parlour that offers a charming and cozy British afternoon tea experience. As guests enter the venue, they can feel like they are stepping back in time, being transported by elegant, traditional and vintage English charm. The ornate space is romantic floral themed and antiques-filled with tea-related gifts and Victorian décor that fill up the shelves which create intimate table spaces set with delicate fine bone china. At Aubrey Rose, the cherished ritual of afternoon tea is elevated to an upscale affair. I like to opt for the Queen Victoria Tea which includes a Seasonal Soup Course with Accompanying Savoury, a three-tiered tray, organized by savoury and sweet (Bottom Tier: Assorted Finger Sandwiches and Savouries, Middle Tier: fresh Seasonal Fruit, and Top Tier: an assortment of Petite Treats and Sweets), Dessert Scone and accompaniments served as the last course, and Unlimited Premium Loose Leaf Tea. I highly recommend the chilled cantaloupe soup which is beautifully presented and deliciously refreshing. The house made tidbits and sweets are also delightful. Service is welcomely warm, friendly and attentive. The Aubrey Rose Tea Room experience heightens a simple pause for a beverage, blending comfort with a touch of elegance, into a moment to slow down and appreciate the finer things in life...with your pinky up.

Such a wonderful experience. Love the ambiance and the vibe inside. A lot of neat things in this…read morearea of La Mesa. Parking is public, and there were spots but I can see how it would get challenging at later times. Service was great. Food was great. Tea was great. Highly recommend this for anyone!

great service and very cute interior. a very wide selection of teas that were delicious!read more

My friend and I were so excited about the pirate tea! We've said for years that we'd love to take…read moreour boys to a tea that they'd be interested in, and this did not disappoint! There were 5 kids total, the youngest being 5 and the oldest being 11. All 5 of the kids thoroughly enjoyed this experience! The pirate map activity and the introduction were both great. I loved the enthusiasm of the owner, and appreciated that she really leaned into the fact that there were so many kids (the other party had two kids as well) and made adjustments to the intro and quiz questions for them. I wasn't sure whether to expect a fancy teahouse to cringe at the sight of so many kids around China, glasses, and hot teapots- But they seemed totally unbothered, and were very welcoming! The staff at Britannia has always been top notch and this was no different! It really was a fun tea and a fun way to share my love for tea with my kiddos! Parents, you know your kids! Your kiddo may be a bit too young/rambunctious for a teahouse, and that's OKAY. But if you think they'll get along well, it's a wonderful time with amazing staff to make the experience lovely! The teahouse itself is lovely, the decor is beautiful. Don't forget to check out the giftshop, there are so many things to see! The coconut cacao is my favorite, do try it! The savories and sweets are always delicious and you leave here feeling satisfied and happy.

I booked a high tea for six girlfriends and we had a great time! This cute small business is right…read moreon the main business strip in Escondido and is well-regarded in the community. I thought the food was delicious. It started with some fresh fruit and then we had our choice of broccoli cheese or tomato basil soup. A few girls in our group got each and both were enjoyed very much. The pastry tower was really lovely. Standouts for me were the egg salad sandwich, shepherds pie and chocolate mousse. We tried a few of the teas, everyone loved the Buccaneer Black Tea and the Peaches & Roses. The women who owned the business were so nice and we had fun looking around the little shop afterward. We would definitely return to this business.

Going here has changed my view on High Tea. I live close to…read morehere, and walk Grand Avenue a lot, I pass by the Grand tea room, a lot and have never been. I can't say I had the interest in going, however that changed and my curiosity about what a High Tea was, and the crowds here at "Tea Time" left me wanting to try it out. This was not just Tea, this was a bounty of tea, they had so many different types and flavors of tea (40+) that you sort of want to try them all, while technically you can as the tea is unlimited, but trust me you won't as the two pots of tea you start with, is a lot of tea for two! Sure, in a larger group you can try a lot more, but it's still a lot of tea. The Grand Tea, High Tea option was what we went with, and you started with a soup, followed by a tiered selection of sandwiches, desserts and scones. I assumed that I would have a snack here and then get something else to actually eat but I was filled to the brim when I left here. This place was full to capacity when we went, but you did not feel encroached on, the owner Louisa, the servers, all amazing, welcoming and nice. I feel like I was a bit unprepared as everyone else was dressed up with little hats, and my wife and I had no little hats! Next time, I will 100% at least sport that little hat, and there will be a next time, absolutely great experience!

I found this cute little tea shop and was quite surprised at how many varieties of loose leaf…read moreoptions they carry. The lady at the front was extremely friendly and helpful, I believe you can book private tea parties here. The decor seems a little dated and there's no real theme going on in the aesthetic but it's definitely a great spot to stock up on loose leaf tea!

Was a fun experience and loved the tea and treats! The lady who attended us had great serviceread more

Such a cute little place to go drink a cup of tea. It's quite a trip to come in here because…read moreeverything is perfectly set up to sit down and have tea time. Perfect environment to gossip with your girlfriends for hours while getting your dose of caffeine. Or to bring your daughter/niece/whoever is into tea time The outside looks literally like a standard house, it's not until you see the subtle sign on the outside that you realize it's a running business. The inside however, it's a dollhouse... what I mean by that is that it is decorated as if it were a dining room with the living room and chimney (rarely used in our amazing 70-80 degree weather. But it's nice to look at) They have a legit tea variety. When I came here with my little cousin it was the first time I ever had a "blooming tea" which is then they put a flower (?) inside of the tea along with all the spices and stuff, and with the hot water it fuggin BLOOMS before your eyes! So trippy. She's 6 years old and I was more impressed than her.... youths, so hard to impress these days. Aside from the tea they also serve standard desserts such as cakes, flan, pies, etc.

Worse place... don't bother to come when the schedule hours are set; the place will be close anyway.read more