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    Lovejoy's Tea Room

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    ModerateBritish, Tea Rooms
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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Anna N.

    Came here for afternoon tea~ it's my first time here and we came to celebrate Women's day (March 8th). I love the cute little smoke salmon sandwiches, the fruits on top are fresh and sweet, the pastries on the second level were okey and slightly to sweet for my taste. Overall, I had a great experience here. All of the waitresses were very kind & helpful. They took the time to answer our questions~

    Vicky L.

    I know people come here for the experience and ambiance but I really expected a bit more in terms of the food. The menu was a bit confusing but the server was super friendly and explained everything. She had suggested we get a few towers to share and each tower was really pricey so I assumed I would be more out of it. But overall I paid about $50 for 1 sandwich is that made with regular sandwich bread and some ham and spread, a scone and some tea. Which is wild. I came for a friend so it was alright but I don't think I would come here again for myself or for my events.

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    Dave M.

    Lovejoy's is a long time favorite for my family and I. Since my children were barely toddlers, we gave been enjoying high tea experiences at this cozy, eclectic tea room in San Francisco's Noe Valley. Reservations are typically booked out weeks and weeks in advance, especially for prime time weekend seatings. But, we were able to snag a same day reservation last minute, by sending an email. We were seated in the outdoor parklet area - which by the way is not heated -- but the tea keeps you cozy! Some of the fun of the visit is the eclectic assortment of dinnerware - everyone gets a different plate and tea cup set, and a different tea pot. Super cute and fun. It's like being at your aunt's or grandma's house. Very home like. Service is very accommodating and pleasant, timely and attentive. You can order various grades of tea service, from a Queen''s Tea that includes everything you could want including a Petit Four for dessert, all the way down to light tea for just the basics - sandwich, scone and fruit...plus a bottomless pot of tea. There is a fee to share - but that's reasonable. Crumpets can be added - with lemon curd and marmalade - and they should be! They are delicious. The sandwiches are made to perfection - our favorites are chicken apple walnut, cucumber and cream cheese, roast beef and horseradish and turkey with Dijon mustard. The scones need their own paragraph. They are perfect! Served wam with double Devon cream and jam, these alone are worth the visit. Salad has a delicious dressing, I've had the sausage rolls before and also - perfection. There are a wide variety of teas to choose from - from traditional English blends to Rooibos and herbal assorted teas. Something for everyone. You'll have to map it and find it - but it's all far worth your efforts. Make reservations well in advance if you can. The J Church MUNI line stops right outside, so transportation can be easy and you can avoid the search for parking! If you visit SF - or you live here - either way, it's a must visit spot. Many thanks to the team at Lovejoy's for giving my family so many memories over the years.

    Kalpita P.

    I came here for the queens tea for a late galentines. I made the reservation a month in advance. The teas are delicious and enjoyed the scones, crumpets, and sandwiches. We enjoyed the Victorian decor and the cozy environment!

    Everett L.

    We came for afternoon tea and it was so good. We ordered the queen tea. The inside is so cute and the strawberry jam is delicious and tasty.

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    Miranda L.

    My friend recommended this as one of her favorite high tea places in the city and my sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We weren't able to make a reservation as it gets booked up pretty early on but we got there around opening time at 11 am and they were able to seat us at an indoor table. What really stood out to us was the decor all around the restaurant: the eclectic art, different tea sets and fun hats you can wear for your time there. We loved that each table had unique table sets and we ordered the Queen's Tea Set, adding a small sharing fee and an extra scone to try another flavor. They have a whole list of tea you can choose from and we opted for the chamomile tea to pair with our tower. The Queen's Tea Set came with two flavors of tea sandwiches we chose, salad, a scone, a crumpet, a biscuit and a petit four with some toppings of lemon curd, jam and cream to use. Our standouts from the set were definitely the scones. We got the lemon ginger and black currant which were both very flavorful, hot, light, and flakey. Topped with the lemon curd, cream or jam, it was such a refreshing light touch and we couldn't get enough of the lemon curd. The sandwiches were simple and fresh as well and everything was a perfect shareable amount for the two of us. After our meal, we went to their attic store across the street where you can buy your own tea sets and loose leaf teas that they have at the restaurant. We loved the chamomile so much we bought a pack for home along with a tea ball. It was a great experience and we would for sure come back again.

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    Helen L.

    I can see why it is call Lovejoy. Full if Live and Joy. The people working there are super nice. Celebrating two birthdays. They give you a tiny cheesecake with a very tall candle. Several tables were celebrating birthdays! We are inside, much warmer. Yes, mismatch china's. These are bone china, very thin. The teapots aren't very full. We had the lady Grey with apricot decaf. It was lovely. Pomegranate green tea, very very subtle Pomegranate. We got the Little Tea (one choice sandwich. 3rd person pays $3.00 surcharge. and the queen's tea (2 choice sandwiches). I love their scones choices of lemon ginger and cranberry or currants. I got the first two. The waitress (Mikyla, mispelled) said she is partial to chestnut tea. Got to try that next time. There are at least 30 teas to pick from. Mandarin orange and cream cheese sandwich was delicious. Smoke salmon is always a hit. The blueberries, exceptional sweet.love the jam and fresh cream. Yummy..

    Elaine D.

    Went here for some tea and snacks. They have great service. We had a reservation. The decoration is interesting and the area is cozy. The tea choices were great and the small sandwiches were great. It's street parking. But overall great experience.

    Cleo B.

    Food okay but serving sizes even smaller than last time. With the high tea choice, how does one person share a humble sized cup of coleslaw? Or a few leaves of lettuce (comes with the original sized salad dressing amount)? Servers should ask patron if they'd like more hot water poured in the tea pot, not visa versa. 1 1/2 hours sitting time might also suggest an offer of starting a fresh pot with fresh tea since ours was bitter from tannins. They're still not giving each person their own tea strainer. Bad form. Yes same wonderful decor, but come on.

    Irma C.

    I've been here several times and it never disappoints, all their teas are wonderful and their savory treats are delicious too, I love their scones and charming decor. Perfect place to have tea with your mom , daughters & best friends

    Restroom is a vibe lol
    Monica B.

    Magda took very nice care of us! We came on a Saturday afternoon. We had a resy reservation - reservations book up in advance! I think especially for the indoor spots. I had been here years ago with my work team, but inside. This time, I tried the outside parklet. It's a cute ambiance as well! Feels like you can breathe a bit lol, in contrast to the inside where there's a lot going on (but in the best way! Very quirky and it's happening with all the tea parties.) There's one bathroom so you may have to wait. We enjoyed the food and tea. We did ala carte sandwiches and foods. We shared an unlimited white peach tea. We especially enjoyed the sausage rolls lol I'm a savory girl and just love the buttery flaky goodness combined with seasoned sausage. The sandwiches were also tasty and light. I like the added cucumber. But after a few, even those tiny sandwiches can be filling! Especially with all the tea you end up drinking too. The tea sets and the lacey linens and all the thought put into the dishware and decor is top notch lol. It is a nice old timey tea time vibe - you're temporarily transported to the good ol' days - probably we're riding horses around lol. We had a very pleasant time and hope this gem continues to thrive!

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    Zin M.

    Today we're doing: Pear & stilton sandwich Turkey & cranberry (daily special) sandwich Chk walnut apple sandwich Black currant scone Lemon ginger scone Afternoon dartealing tea White strawberry tea

    Queens tea
    Linda Y.

    Really enjoyed my first ever high tea experience here! This spot is nestled in Noe Valley and I came here on a bright weekend with a couple of friends. We got the Queen's tea set and the presentation was immaculate, and the sandwiches were pretty tasty too! The cucumber one was especially refreshing (we also got smoked salmon and cream cheese). The fruit was a nice touch. Scones were good though had a pretty dry exterior. I also enjoyed the tea we got (can't remember exactly which one, but we got two different types - one was a variant of earl grey, and the other had more flowery notes). We sat outside, but the inside was super cutely decorated too so was fun to explore after. Service was good and overall felt pretty chill and not too stuffy -- prices also felt reasonable for SF.

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    S What kind of sandwiches , and tease, please! p?

    Lovejoy's has a good choice of sandwiches. They are usually coronation chicken (curry flavored), chicken salad, salmon and cream cheese, cucumber and roast beef. They also offer gluten free bread if you ask. There is a wide range of teas in black,… Read more

    Do they allow dogs?

    I don't think so. It's probably best to call and ask them.

    What are their vegan options?

    Do you have a gluten free menu?

    There are def gf options and can substitute some pasta dishes with gf pasta

    Hi I just booked a party of 12 for a baby sprinkle. Can I bring champagne to this event? I can bring flutes and OJ for mimosa?

    Kid friendly? Want to get this as a gift for a 5 year old.

    They offer "wee tea" on their menu, for children under 10. There are a lot of knick-knacks/teapots in the restaurant, so I wouldn't do this for an active 5-year-old who gets into stuff but I would for a well-behaved 5-year-old who can sit on a chair… Read more

    Is Lovejoy's wheelchair accessible?

    I believe the sidewalk corner curb near Lovejoy's is wheelchair friendly. The place itself is one story only though tables and chairs are fairly close to one another, which make it less navigatable. Perhaps request a table closer to the front. I do… Read more

    Do the scones contain egg? My friend is allergic.

    Yes.

    Any vegan options?

    There are some vegan options but not too many so if you are vegan and looking to get full, uh... don't count on it.

    Is reservation required or do they also take walk-in's?

    They take walk-ins but be prepared for a long wait during busy times. You can put your name and phone number on the list. There was no wait around 3 pm the last time I was there.

    Is this place big enough to accommodate 12 people for baby shower?

    Hey Joanne! They can seat a large party (I believe I've seen 10 people before), but it requires a reservation booked fairly well in advance. I would call and just check to see what's available for the date you're looking into :).

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