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Akwaaba Tea Salon, Philadelphia, PA

Akwaaba Tea Salon

5.0
5
59 Reviews
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Whether you come cute with your girls, make it a date with your mate, visit as a mommy-daughter duo or take time just for you, Akwaaba Tea Salon & Event Space offers 90 minutes of pure indulgence in a sophisticated sanctuary. Here’s where you can take a breath while you take a sip of fine, loose-leaf teas and experience a cultural spin on traditional English High Tea fare. Think deviled eggs with a chunk of Southern-fried chicken instead of egg salad finger sandwiches. And homemade peach cobbler and banana pudding upstage macaroons every time! Oh, and did we mention the live jazz music at our 1 pm Sunday seating?!

Akwaaba Tea Salon and Event Space is the latest hospitality experience from Monique Greenwood, the former Essence magazine editor-in-chief who took the lodging industry by storm with the 1995 launch of her award-winning Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns, one of which is in Philadelphia, right down the street from the new tea salon and event space.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, Café, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (866) 466-3855
  • Website
    https://www.akwaabatea.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a birthday or anniversary, a baby or bridal shower, a graduation or retirement, or a retreat, we can help you curate a private event on our second level. Window seats, original wood floors and modern chandeliers are the backdrop for your fun! We’ll cater or offer just the space. 40 guests upstairs (75 with 1st-floor tearoom).
  • Location
    3811 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104-2305
  • Neighborhood
    West Philadelphia
  • Cross street
    Corner of Lancaster Ave. and Baring St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan

Experiences

  • The Baring - High Tea Menu

    $48.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for your 90-minute experience while sipping your choice of tea, and delighting in your meal. A Proper Pot of Tea Select from our specialty black, herbal and oolong teas from Brooklyn Tea Company Seasonal Scones A homemade, rotating array served with clotted cream and lemon curd The Multi-tiered Tray An assortment of four savories and four sweets, with a bent toward the South more than an eye toward England.
    The Baring - High Tea Menu Photo

  • The Lancaster - High Tea Menu

    $56.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for your 90-minute experience while sipping your choice of tea, and delighting in your meal. A Proper Pot of Tea Select from our specialty black, herbal and oolong teas from Brooklyn Tea Company Seasonal Scones A homemade, rotating array served with clotted cream and lemon curd Soup and Salad A duo of mixed field greens tossed with homemade herb dressing, served with the chef’s soup of the day **Soup may be substituted with homemade quiche June-September The Multi-tiered Tray An assortment of four savories and four sweets, with a bent toward the South more than an eye toward England
    The Lancaster - High Tea Menu Photo

  • The Lancaster - High Tea and Live Music

    $66.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. for your 90-minute experience while listening to live music played on our vintage piano, sipping your choice of tea, and delighting in your meal. A Proper Pot of Tea Select from our specialty black, herbal and oolong teas from Brooklyn Tea Company Seasonal Scones A homemade, rotating array served with clotted cream and lemon curd Soup and Salad A duo of mixed field greens tossed with homemade herb dressing, served with the chef’s soup of the day **Soup may be substituted with homemade quiche June-September The Multi-tiered Tray An assortment of four savories and four sweets, with a bent toward the South more than an eye toward England
    The Lancaster - High Tea and Live Music Photo

Menu

$48 per person

Tea Time Offerings

  • A Proper Pot of Tea

    Select from our specialty black, herbal and oolong teas from Brooklyn Tea Company

    • Seasonal Scones

      A homemade, rotating array served with clotted cream and lemon curd

      • The Multi-tiered Tray

        An assortment of four savories and four sweets, with a bent toward the South more than an eye toward England.

        Last updated: May 30, 2024

        What 59 people are saying

        Overall ratings and reviews

        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

        5.0
        5 based on recent ratings
        • 4.8Food
        • 5Service
        • 4.9Ambience
        • 4.8Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Loved For

        • Philadelphia

          Best Value

        • Philadelphia

          Good for special occasions

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        Akwaaba Tea Salon offers an elegant high tea experience in historic Powelton Village. Guests rave about the "delicious food," "excellent service," and "inviting atmosphere." The diverse tea selection and attention to detail make it a standout destination. While some reviews note booking challenges, the overall experience is "warm and welcoming."

        59 Reviews

        1. Lanna

          Atlantic City

          4 reviews

          5.0

          4 reviews

          Dined 5 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          High tea excellence! Wonderful tea selection, great tea tray selection. Service impeccable.

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        2. RUFUS

          Philadelphia

          39 reviews

          5.0

          39 reviews

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          The service was wonderful and the servings were delicious. The setting was old fashioned Phila. I was celebrating my daughter’s birthday.

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        3. Monica

          Philadelphia

          2 reviews

          5.0

          2 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          My group had a wonderful experience at Akwaaba Tea Salon. We came to celebrate and remember the life of a dear departed friend. Let's just say she would have been pleased with the outing and would have come up with ways for us to come back! Thank you for helping us remember our friend in such a positive atmosphere.

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        4. MsMot

          Philadelphia

          9 reviews

          5.0

          9 reviews

          Dined on December 15, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          The service, food, and ambiance were top-notch! I can't wait to go again. I highly recommend the experience at least once, if not quarterly.

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        5. Michele

          Philadelphia

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on December 1, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          This weekend celebrated a milestone birthday. The service, food, music, and ambiance was exceptional! It totally exceeded our expectations. Aiesha, our server, was very attentive and knowledgeable about the Akwaaba history and food/tea selections. This year, we attended tea experiences in NY and DC. The Akwaaba Tea Salon experience was unmatched! I will be back!!

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        6. Jenine

          Philadelphia

          2 reviews

          5.0

          2 reviews

          Dined on November 17, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          What a great afternoon with friends. The Tea Room was perfect!

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        7. OpenTable Diner

          Philadelphia

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on November 16, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Everything about our Akwaaba experience was delightful! From the warm inviting space to the warm welcome at the door, to the thoughtful tea selection and creative food items. We could not have enjoyed ourselves more! Can’t wait to return!

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        8. Dawn

          Philadelphia

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on November 15, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          I had a memorable and awesome experience. The finger food was amazing and fresh. The ambience was fabulous. The staff was helpful and pleasant. Highly recommended.

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        9. OpenTable Diner

          Philadelphia

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined on November 10, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          This was my 2nd time here and did not disappoint. Exceeded expectations. EVERYONE in my party throughly enjoyed and is thinking of coming back again.

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        10. Kristin

          Philadelphia

          7 reviews

          5.0

          7 reviews

          Dined on November 3, 2024

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Absolutely a wonderful experience from start to finsh. Food was great. Service was exemplary. A must do experience again and again. I plan to go every month if not more frequently. Wonderful job Monique and staff!!!

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        FAQs

        Akwaaba Tea Salon is rated 5 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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

        Make a reservation

        2 people
        11:00 PM
        Booked 6 times today
        Experiences are available.
        Google Map for Akwaaba Tea Salon

        3811 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104-2305

        Additional information

        • Cross street
          Corner of Lancaster Ave. and Baring St.
        • Neighborhood
          West Philadelphia
        • Hours of operation
          Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Afternoon Tea, Café, Contemporary American
        • Dining style
          Casual Elegant
        • Dress code
          Smart Casual
        • Parking details
          Street Parking
        • Payment options
          AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Additional
          Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan
        • Website
          https://www.akwaabatea.com/
        • Phone number
          (866) 466-3855
        • Private party facilities
          Whether celebrating a birthday or anniversary, a baby or bridal shower, a graduation or retirement, or a retreat, we can help you curate a private event on our second level. Window seats, original wood floors and modern chandeliers are the backdrop for your fun! We’ll cater or offer just the space. 40 guests upstairs (75 with 1st-floor tearoom).
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