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I wanted to love it, but couldn't. The food was okay. But the service was not great. Had to wait for waters that took 2O minutes to come. My tea never come out. It wasn't until the host asked if everything was okay. If you are prepared for a long wait then try it out. The ambience is cute.
Update: We returned for breakfast. It was amazing! We ordered the Crème Brûlée French Toast, the Mexicali Avocado Toast, and the Spinach Omelette. All were sooo delicious!!! We also tried the hot chocolate again, telling them about the cold hot chocolate last time, and they fixed the problem and the temp was perfect!
Tough review. The tea and food were pretty good. Wife got the tea sandwiches and a pot of hot tea. I got the Cuban with the pasta salad. The good. The staff were friendly the tea and the tea sandwiches were good. As was the Cuban. The bad. I think staff were in training. We waited about 30 min and were seated. Greeted right away but waiter. He went over menu and specials and said he'd give us a few minutes. Well a few turned into many. Didn't come back so I informed another waiter we were ready. Our waiter came back and took our order. Wife ordered a pot of tea and we both asked for waters. Well waters never came. After about 20-25 minutes I asked another waiter for water and ours finally came back out from who knows where and brought us the water minus the ice and lemon he asked if we wanted and said yes. Well then he disappeared again. Still no pot of tea. Food came out a while later and well wife got tea sandwiches and no tea. Waiter said it was brewing and he would bring it out. We were almost done eating and a lady asked if we had everything. We informed her we didn't get tea and stated just cancel it we were about done. Well they brought it out anyway. I figured they must be giving it to us because of the issues. Nope was on the tab. Paid bill and left.
If you are looking for the Tea Experience in Savannah, this is your place. Managed by the SCAD institute, this once a pharmacy store, is now an upscale tea room. Their selection of drinks and food is good. The original pharmacy counter and ointment cabinets and books are still preserved for a unique experience.
Friends of ours recommended visiting the Gryphon Tea Room while in Savannah. So, on a rainy Thursday afternoon, my wife and I stopped in for afternoon tea. What a cool place! The building was originally a pharmacy, then became a library and bookstore. About 30 years ago, it became this tea room. Decorated with Tiffany lamps and stained glass windows, it's beautiful inside. It also still has parts of the pharmacy from all those years ago. On top of the pharmacy cubbies, is the first electric clock in Savannah. We ordered the "afternoon tea" which consisted of pots of tea for my wife and me. A tower of food was served with the tea. The bottom tier were small sandwiches, the middle scones, and on the top were pastries. Everything was delicious! My favorite was the scones which were served with Devonshire cream and strawberry jam. So good! This was a unique place and we're so glad we stopped in!
We went on Mother's Day expecting a longer wait time, slower service, and select menu. Part was accurate. We only had to wait around 30 minutes to get a table but unfortunately it was about 10 minutes to be greeted. As far as the service goes unfortunately one of the 3 of us received their meal before we even received our drinks and she was done eating by the time the other 2 received their meals. At one point the focus on turning empty tables was more important than serving the ones seated. The food and drink, the poached eggs were wonderful, the afternoon tea tower the scones were amazing, the chicken salad tea sandwich was full of flavor but the cucumber sandwiches were dried out. The mini pastries were a nice assortment and flavorful. The room reminded me of an old library. Very nice place. Always a stop on our visits to Savannah.
September of 2025 was my first time dining here. They were very patient with my party being a late arrival. We were low on time, but they didn't make us feel rushed. Everything was lovely! From the decor, drink options, and food. I definitely recommend the Tea Room and we will be back!!
SCAD students not only serve you but will give you the history of the lovely building. Service was excellent. There were many interesting food choices on the menu. We were very pleased with our orders. I liked the vibe there and would definitely return. It is classy without being haughty.
What a FUN experience in Savannahcin a beautiful, historic setting. Highly recommended you check out the tea room and do their tea trays, we also loved the sandwiches we got. You also MUST try the blueberry lemonade! We stood outside maybe 5 minutes before open and got a table right away. I also recommend going across the street and doing the experience at SCAD to learn all about the school and how it started.
Gryphon is a lovely restaurant. When walking into the space you experience a piece of Savannah's history. There is a host/hostess stand to your left upon entry. They do not take reservations. Depending on the time of day and season there may be a wait for a table. The space is filled with warm colors. There are a variety of tables, bar all the way to the back of the room, and banquette up against one wall. There are some small areas with seating for two that are not as easily seen. And sofas next to one of the main windows. Our party came for the afternoon tea. It is listed on their website under Beverages. Afternoon tea is twenty three dollars per person. You can get this service at anytime of day. It comes with a pot of tea of your choice and classic tiers of food to go along. There were seven of us and the space is difficult to accommodate a larger group. Two of us had to share the end of a table. Our server was kind and knowledgeable. But three of the pots of tea on our table when served were cold. We had to send them back. We asked for water that did not come until we asked again more than once. A few on our table gave up on them. I will say he was busy going from table to table. But we had to ask for milk, sugar, & or honey. It was afternoon tea this is automatically served. Most of the savory food was tasty. I especially enjoyed the chicken salad sandwiches the most. I personally did not enjoy the cucumber sandwiches. The scones were too dry for me but the cream and jam served solved that. They do make a different scone flavor each day. The mini desserts were delicious. I loved the cream puff and cookie. But with all of the mini desserts you only get one. And they are small. The tiered display is typically split between two people. Unless you take a petite bite or decide ahead who gets what it is difficult to try everything. I would try the Gryphon again. But perhaps for lunch with a pot of tea.
The cutest little spot! We had a fabulous high tea! A highlight of our Savannah trip! Best scones I've ever had (better than the ones I had in England)
After reading several reviews for Gryphon Tea Room I had to try it for myself. Once you walk in to Gryphon you notice how beautifully decorated the dining room is and can tell there's a lot of history in this room. We were seated right away and our server was polite and very knowledgeable, he gave us a quick synopsis about the buildings history that was really interesting. He also gave us some really good recommendations since it was our first time there. We ordered a pot of tea that was really good and the teapot was super full. I also ordered the blueberry lemonade and it was the best lemonade I've ever had in my life. It was sweet and tart all at the same time and the blueberries tasted perfect. We also ordered the Tea Sweets plate and it was the perfect amount of treats to share between two people. I really wanted to order the tower but we had just finished having lunch and the tower comes with a lot of treats, but maybe next time. All the treats tasted fresh and homemade, even the treats that weren't my fav were still good enough to finish. The tea and lemonade were amazing as well, next time I will make sure I order the treat tower or a full meal since everything was phenomenal.
2 months ago
5 months ago
Yum! We had such a great meal here after our time at SCAD. SCAD students work here, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere can't be beat. It was such a great experience. And just across the street from SCAD, so super convenient. read more
11 months ago
The first time I was in Savannah, I saw this place, but didn't get to go. So I was determined this time. It was a long wait (almost an hour), but well worth the experience. Beautiful, historic building and our server gave us a brief history once we were served. This is run by SCAD students and we were impressed. We ordered a variety of items, all of which were delicious. I got the afternoon tea service and was excited to be able to get a specialty drink rather than the pot of tea. I got the entire tower to myself. The scone was the highlight, so crispy and perfect with Devonshire cream and jam. read more
I wanted to love it, but couldn't. The food was okay. But the service was not great. Had to wait for waters that took 2O minutes to come. My tea never come out. It wasn't until the host asked if everything was okay. If you are prepared for a long wait then try it out. The ambience is cute. read more
Update: We returned for breakfast. It was amazing! We ordered the Crème Brûlée French Toast, the Mexicali Avocado Toast, and the Spinach Omelette. All were sooo delicious!!! We also tried the hot chocolate again, telling them about the cold hot chocolate last time, and they fixed the problem and the temp was perfect! read more
7 months ago
Tough review. The tea and food were pretty good. Wife got the tea sandwiches and a pot of hot tea. I got the Cuban with the pasta salad. The good. The staff were friendly the tea and the tea sandwiches were good. As was the Cuban. The bad. I think staff were in training. We waited about 30 min and were seated. Greeted right away but waiter. He went over menu and specials and said he'd give us a few minutes. Well a few turned into many. Didn't come back so I informed another waiter we were ready. Our waiter came back and took our order. Wife ordered a pot of tea and we both asked for waters. Well waters never came. After about 20-25 minutes I asked another waiter for water and ours finally came back out from who knows where and brought us the water minus the ice and lemon he asked if we wanted and said yes. Well then he disappeared again. Still no pot of tea. Food came out a while later and well wife got tea sandwiches and no tea. Waiter said it was brewing and he would bring it out. We were almost done eating and a lady asked if we had everything. We informed her we didn't get tea and stated just cancel it we were about done. Well they brought it out anyway. I figured they must be giving it to us because of the issues. Nope was on the tab. Paid bill and left. read more
4 months ago
If you are looking for the Tea Experience in Savannah, this is your place. Managed by the SCAD institute, this once a pharmacy store, is now an upscale tea room. Their selection of drinks and food is good. The original pharmacy counter and ointment cabinets and books are still preserved for a unique experience. read more
1 month ago
Gryphon Tea Room was a lovely and affordable experience. The atmosphere was charming, and all the teas we tried were wonderful. I highly recommend visiting! read more
Friends of ours recommended visiting the Gryphon Tea Room while in Savannah. So, on a rainy Thursday afternoon, my wife and I stopped in for afternoon tea. What a cool place! The building was originally a pharmacy, then became a library and bookstore. About 30 years ago, it became this tea room. Decorated with Tiffany lamps and stained glass windows, it's beautiful inside. It also still has parts of the pharmacy from all those years ago. On top of the pharmacy cubbies, is the first electric clock in Savannah. We ordered the "afternoon tea" which consisted of pots of tea for my wife and me. A tower of food was served with the tea. The bottom tier were small sandwiches, the middle scones, and on the top were pastries. Everything was delicious! My favorite was the scones which were served with Devonshire cream and strawberry jam. So good! This was a unique place and we're so glad we stopped in! read more
We went on Mother's Day expecting a longer wait time, slower service, and select menu. Part was accurate. We only had to wait around 30 minutes to get a table but unfortunately it was about 10 minutes to be greeted. As far as the service goes unfortunately one of the 3 of us received their meal before we even received our drinks and she was done eating by the time the other 2 received their meals. At one point the focus on turning empty tables was more important than serving the ones seated. The food and drink, the poached eggs were wonderful, the afternoon tea tower the scones were amazing, the chicken salad tea sandwich was full of flavor but the cucumber sandwiches were dried out. The mini pastries were a nice assortment and flavorful. The room reminded me of an old library. Very nice place. Always a stop on our visits to Savannah. read more
9 months ago
September of 2025 was my first time dining here. They were very patient with my party being a late arrival. We were low on time, but they didn't make us feel rushed. Everything was lovely! From the decor, drink options, and food. I definitely recommend the Tea Room and we will be back!! read more
1 year ago
SCAD students not only serve you but will give you the history of the lovely building. Service was excellent. There were many interesting food choices on the menu. We were very pleased with our orders. I liked the vibe there and would definitely return. It is classy without being haughty. read more
1 year ago
What a FUN experience in Savannahcin a beautiful, historic setting. Highly recommended you check out the tea room and do their tea trays, we also loved the sandwiches we got. You also MUST try the blueberry lemonade! We stood outside maybe 5 minutes before open and got a table right away. I also recommend going across the street and doing the experience at SCAD to learn all about the school and how it started. read more
Gryphon is a lovely restaurant. When walking into the space you experience a piece of Savannah's history. There is a host/hostess stand to your left upon entry. They do not take reservations. Depending on the time of day and season there may be a wait for a table. The space is filled with warm colors. There are a variety of tables, bar all the way to the back of the room, and banquette up against one wall. There are some small areas with seating for two that are not as easily seen. And sofas next to one of the main windows. Our party came for the afternoon tea. It is listed on their website under Beverages. Afternoon tea is twenty three dollars per person. You can get this service at anytime of day. It comes with a pot of tea of your choice and classic tiers of food to go along. There were seven of us and the space is difficult to accommodate a larger group. Two of us had to share the end of a table. Our server was kind and knowledgeable. But three of the pots of tea on our table when served were cold. We had to send them back. We asked for water that did not come until we asked again more than once. A few on our table gave up on them. I will say he was busy going from table to table. But we had to ask for milk, sugar, & or honey. It was afternoon tea this is automatically served. Most of the savory food was tasty. I especially enjoyed the chicken salad sandwiches the most. I personally did not enjoy the cucumber sandwiches. The scones were too dry for me but the cream and jam served solved that. They do make a different scone flavor each day. The mini desserts were delicious. I loved the cream puff and cookie. But with all of the mini desserts you only get one. And they are small. The tiered display is typically split between two people. Unless you take a petite bite or decide ahead who gets what it is difficult to try everything. I would try the Gryphon again. But perhaps for lunch with a pot of tea. read more
7 months ago
The cutest little spot! We had a fabulous high tea! A highlight of our Savannah trip! Best scones I've ever had (better than the ones I had in England) read more
4 months ago
After reading several reviews for Gryphon Tea Room I had to try it for myself. Once you walk in to Gryphon you notice how beautifully decorated the dining room is and can tell there's a lot of history in this room. We were seated right away and our server was polite and very knowledgeable, he gave us a quick synopsis about the buildings history that was really interesting. He also gave us some really good recommendations since it was our first time there. We ordered a pot of tea that was really good and the teapot was super full. I also ordered the blueberry lemonade and it was the best lemonade I've ever had in my life. It was sweet and tart all at the same time and the blueberries tasted perfect. We also ordered the Tea Sweets plate and it was the perfect amount of treats to share between two people. I really wanted to order the tower but we had just finished having lunch and the tower comes with a lot of treats, but maybe next time. All the treats tasted fresh and homemade, even the treats that weren't my fav were still good enough to finish. The tea and lemonade were amazing as well, next time I will make sure I order the treat tower or a full meal since everything was phenomenal. read more
1 year ago
The ambiance of Gryphon Tea Room is truly unmatched! So much well preserved history. Our waiter was friendly and he offered to share a brief history of the space. We received our food and refills quickly and everything we ate was fresh & well presented. Will definitely be back to try the afternoon tea on my next visit to Savannah! read more
1 year ago
All servers are students of SCAD. The history and decor is mostly all original and all well kept. Service is great! And atmosphere is busy but not loud. Food is delicious and just the same as when I was a kid. I took a dear friend here while I was on a trip to visit my family at home. Definitely get the chicken salad as an app (not pictured) but it comes with a delightful frozen whipped cream fresh fruit concoction that I loved as a child and am thrilled they have still kept. Such good memories here with my grandmomma! read more
A descent place fur afternoon tea - the restaurant settings were great. Tea selection was good. They offered both pot hot tea as well as glass of iced tea. However, the tea leaves were infused in the tea pot the whole time, which made it over-soaked after 10+ minutes. We ordered the afternoon tea set. I was surprised to know that the set would provide four sweet desserts for one person order but six for two people (which was three per person). Did not quite understand the logic there. Nevertheless our server was nice answering our confusion. In terms of food - the savory ones were tasty, nothing to complain. The sweets - I guess really depends on personal preference - some were too sweet for me. read more
5 months ago
A highlight of my Savannah trip. Loved the atmosphere and learning about the history of Gryphon. Mark was an excellent server. The afternoon tea was perfect. I go for afternoon tea other places quite a bit, but this might have been my favorite. Hope to return if I'm ever back in town. I lined up before opening to ensure I could secure a table. Glad I did! read more
This place really does have a lot of charm, which I think compels people to round up on their ratings. Atmosphere: perfection! It's just beautiful and has a lot of historic atmoshere. The other patrons make it a special place too. Many celebratory lunches, bachelorette parties, and even a group of adults dressed as Disney princesses were there. Everyone is ready to have a good time and many are wearing something pretty or sharp. (But don't feel you have to dress up - it seems optional) Service/attitude: everyone here was very nice. I don't believe they take reservations so we were put on a waitlist and got in on a busy Saturday afternoon. The servers are all SCAD students and are very poised and friendly. Service/execution: It took a long time for our server to greet us. We ordered afternoon tea service (per the menu: a selection of tea sandwiches, scones with Devonshire cream and jam, assorted pastries, and petit fours). The wait for our teas was quite long, and when they arrived they were not the tea flavors we ordered, even though we verbally confirmed as they were placed in front of us. We just drank what was brought because we were tired of waiting. The server did not bring milk and sugar with the teas, we had to ask. Food: When the tiered tray of sandwiches, scones, and pastries arrived it was exciting, as this is usually a fun moment of an afternoon tea. There were only two types of sandwiches. The cucumber ones were soggy and flavorless. The mini chicken salad rounds were edible but nothing special. The scones were pretty good - full of plump blueberries. Just one served per person. The scone was accompanied by a pot of whipped cream - this isn't really Devonshire (clotted) cream as promised. Usually scones are served with butter and jam as well, and those were not brought. The dessert tier was just OK. The cream puff was very soggy and a disappointment as that is usually my favorite thing. All of the dessert items were different, meaning we had to either cut them in half or negotiate who ate which. The tray also had some strawberries and grapes. Value: at $31 per person, after taxes and tip it was around $80 for two people. It was not even filling as a light lunch, and we have small appetites. read more
5 months ago
What a wonderful experience having high tea here on Mother's Day. From the tea, the tray & the historic setting, they all came together to host a lasting experience! read more
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2 years ago
The Gryphon Tea Room is, you guessed it, a wonderful place for pots of hot, steeped teas and a variety of lunch choices. The decor is beautiful books, tapestries and tables. The servers and hostesses are professional and knowledgeable. This time in Savannah we visited both Saturday and Sunday for lunch in the early afternoon. The wait both times was 20-30 minutes, and accurately predicted as such. The teas were excellent. Each time our party of three ordered a pot of hot cinnamon spice and a pot of Paris blend. Both were caffeinated, tasty and impressive. They also make specialty tea based drinks and have coffee and coffee drinks. The first day I tried the special which was a hot beef sandwich. It was delicious! The second day I and another person had the avocado toast. I never get avocado toast but the other person does frequently. We both loved it. The little cakes and sweets are also a must try with the tea. The Gryphon Tea Room is the best tea room in Savannah and I highly recommend it! read more
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On 9 December my sister and I patronized this impressive tea room for afternoon tea. All of the servers are college students attending the engineering school. Our server gave us the fascinating history of the school, the owners and their vision that resulted in converting the library into the tea room, her college and career aspirations, and the tea and food on the menu. My sister had the raspberry tea and I had English breakfast. We enjoyed the tower of tea sandwiches, fruit, a chocolate scone, and dessert as we read the forward of a few books within the vicinity of our table. It was my first time having a chocolate scone.... It was delicious! The price was reasonable for everything we received. I recommend you go the Gryphon, order some food or a drink to support a college student, a future architect! read more
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On our way to Cocoa Beach, FL we decided to break up the trip and stop to spend the night in Savanna, Georgia. Because we are High Tea fans, we try to find a traditional High Tea location whenever we are traveling! This place was amazing! Most of the people that walked in the door were locals. They called the wait staff by name. Some were dressed quite elegantly, and some were wearing shorts and flip flops. All fit right in and recalled while they dined. If you are passing through on the freeway, take a break and take the exit! Stop here; it is the perfect place to recharge your mental and physical batteries! Most Sincerely! read more
Like a dramatic, lovestruck Bridgerton character all in a tizzy, this place has me absolutely swooning!!! If you've read my reviews about other tea rooms or afternoon tea experiences, you will know that I am a HUGE fan of the afternoon tea vibe! I've experienced afternoon/high tea all around London, UK, in the Palace of Versailles, Madrid, Ireland, and all around the states. The little finger sandwiches. The aromatic tea options. The scones. The clotted cream. The elegance and classy vibes. Do I feel like a princess when I enjoy afternoon tea? Yes, yes I do :) The Gryphon Tea Room did a wonderful job of creating yet another perfect afternoon tea experience! One thing I LOVED about this experience was that we didn't need a reservation. Afternoon tea is what they do! They offer other larger entrees, but the three-tiered presentation is always available for guests. As short-notice visitors to Savannah, reservations weren't possible, so being able to walk right in and enjoy was a true gift! The finger sandwiches were quite tasty. I particularly enjoyed the curry-flavored chicken sandwich. The desserts were pretty tasty and diverse in flavors, but still complemented one another quite well. My favorite part was HANDS DOWN the scones and the tea of course! The scones were buttery and not crumbly - they were amazing! PS you can order just scones if you want. Another highlight was the interior of the building - books books and books! I would gladly bring a book and simply sit and read while enjoying afternoon tea for a few hours. I wish I lived closer! Side note: the attire is pretty much whatever. You could come in your brunch best or post-workout gym fit and you'd be welcomed. The staff is dressed nicely but you don't need to be. This can take away from the glamor/appeal for some, but for us travelers just looking to enjoy without a big outfit change, it was nice. If the place required reservations, I would be disappointed by the dress code flexibility, but given the walk-ins-welcomed vibe, it was totally fine :) read more
9 months ago
Super cool historic place to catch a break from the heat and walking around Savannah. Loved the historical setting while having tea service and new things to try. Great combo with visiting the Scad Story movie experience and museum. read more
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