Sugarbird Cafe

4.7

59 Reviews

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Welcome to Sugarbird Cafe, Montrose, CA's unique scone and tea cafe.
Nestled in a cozy, shaded outdoor courtyard, it's the perfect spot for casual tea under the Cali sun, with limited indoor seating for a more intimate vibe. Variety of scones, from classic strawberry buttermilk to unique Cali-inspired flavors like fig rosemary, all perfectly crunchy outside and moist inside. Elevate your tea experience with our handcrafted teas, delightful tea sandwiches, and house-made jams. Please note, we need 36 hours advance notice for special dietary requests for wheat-free, vegan, or kids menu, 10 & under. 18% gratuity is auto-included on the bill & parties of 6 or more will have a 20% charge.

Join our community for a taste of global afternoon tea menu at our outdoor garden.
To ensure your spot, BOOK 36 hours in advance—text 818-282-7299 to CONFIRM your reservation for same-day reservations. Don't miss out; we're featured in [LA Times]. Sip, savor, and make tea time your daily retreat!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun 8:30 am–4:00 pm Sat 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
(818) 239-7559
Website
https://www.sugarbirdsweets.com/sugarbird-cafe-montrose
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Kei Okumura
Catering
We are able to offer buffet-style tea catering with seating up to 20 Tuesday-Friday. Shade and heat lamps are currently unavailable.
Private party facilities
We offer private events for parties 7 or more. Our outdoor courtyard is able to seat up to 20 and offer standing events up to 40 people. Buyout options available during the weekdays up to 3 hours starting at $1200 minimum order, plus a 25% gratuity.

Location
3405 Ocean View Blvd, Glendale, CA 91208-1508
Neighborhood
Montrose
Cross street
At the end of Ocean View Blvd, parallel to Verdugo Blvd, on Glendale side
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Cafe, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch

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Experiences

*Sugarbird Afternoon Tea with Tea Sandwiches
$55.15 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a full Californian Inspired afternoon tea with tea sandwiches made with Japanese milk bread, choice of Two minis or One large scone , mini sweets to indulge in our rustic afternoon tea. PRICE: Afternoon Tea : $43 + 18% Gratuity + 10.25% tax per person. = $55.40 - 4 tea sandwiches: Turkey Cheese / Fig Brie / Cucumber Cream Cheese / Mascarpone Fruit - 2 mini scones with our signature clotted cream and seasonal jam - Mini vegetable quiche w/ red peppers, onions, arugula or spinach, onions with cheese - One shortbread, pate de fruit, fruit tart, meringue, matcha blondie, wheat-free brownie bite - One Pot of Tea of your choice We offer choices of black, green, herbal teas. Option to upgrade into a matcha latte, London fog, chai latte
*Wheat Free Casual Tea - Scones + Tea Only
$44.89 per person
Multiple dates available
Come relax in our OUTDOOR courtyard and share a casual tea service with tier service under the ginko trees. Our wheat-free casual menu includes: One, wheat free scone, house-made vanilla clotted cream and strawberry thyme jam plus an assortment of mini bites of our seasonal sweets that includes two French Macaron, fruits, wheat free chocolate brownie bites. No tea sandwiches are included in this. Our casual tea service is perfect for sunny days - but if it rains don't worry, take advantage of our reservation credit and come back soon! Or sit inside at our cafe. The price is listed per person, the price includes tax, gratuity of 18% that goes directly to our hard working, tea loving team, Split charge is $7
*Wheat-Free Afternoon Tea
$62.84 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a full Californian Inspired afternoon tea with tea sandwiches made with Gluten Free bread, choice of two mini scones (wheat-free), French Macaron, Wheat-Free Brownie Bites, Chocolates Afternoon Tea : $49 + 18% Service Charge, 10.25% tax  per person Two Person Minimum - 4 Gluten Free tea sandwiches: Turkey Cheese / Fig Brie / Cucumber Cream Cheese / Mascarpone Fruit - 2 wheat-free mini scones with signature clotted cream and jam - One French macaron, mini chocolate bite, brownie bite, pate de fruit, meringue, mini quiche - One Pot of Tea of your choice We offer choices of black, green, herbal teas. Options for scone flavors will depend on avails ** PLEASE ORDER 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE ** THERE IS A 5% CANCELLATION CHARGE

2 Mini Scones
(Wheat Free + Vegan scones available in large size only*) with house vanilla clotted cream & strawberry thyme jam. *Unless ordered 36 hours in advance for the minis)
One French Macaron
Mini Bites
may seasonally change between wheat-free brownie (WF), meringue (WF) or pate de fruit (V/WF)
Assortment of (4) Tea Sandwiches
substitutions not available
Pot of Tea of Choice From Our Tea Menu
or matcha latte, London Fog, Chai, extra $7 per pot, Served with a tea cup + saucer and a three tier stand

Casual Tea for One (Without Tea Sandwiches)

$32 per person + 18% gratuity + 10.25% tax. Hungry? Add a cheese plate for $13 or Tea Sandwich Box for $24. Served with tea cup + saucer and a tier. Includes:

2 Mini Scones
(Wheat Free + Vegan scones available in large size only) with house vanilla clotted cream & strawberry thyme jam
One House Shortbread
One Meringue
House-made seasonal meringue
Mini Bites
may seasonally change between brownie, chocolate or spices cookie bites
Pot of Tea of Choice From Our Tea Menu
or matcha latte, London Fog, Chai extra $7 per pot

What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Pasadena
Best Service
Pasadena
Best Value
Pasadena
Great for brunch
Pasadena
Kid-friendly
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Innovative
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Healthy
Pasadena
Neighborhood gem
Pasadena
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Sugarbird Cafe offers a delightful afternoon tea experience with "delicious and inventive" finger sandwiches and "next level" scones. Guests appreciate the charming outdoor setting, despite being near a road, and love the attentive, friendly staff. The cafe's unique flavors and seasonal options make it a must-visit for tea enthusiasts.

59 Reviews

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Bette
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My three great friends and I met a Sugarbird to celebrate a Christmas tea, and it couldn’t have been nicer. The outdoor seating area feels like a little room with the umbrellas and the pretty tables. We were lucky to have cool but not cold weather, and were prepared to sit outside, so being in the sun added to the feeling of enjoying a backyard tea. The scones were outstanding, particularly the blueberry lemon, and the feta chive. All the sandwiches were beautifully prepared and the sweets were fantastic as well. Our servers took such good care of us and gave us plenty time and space to enjoy each other without rushing at all. This is a yearly tradition for us and we all agreed it was one the loveliest times we’ve had together. Keep it up, Sugarbird! P.S, they have scones to go, and you can also get frozen ones to take home and bake. Certainly did that!!
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Elsie
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is perfect for an afternoon tea date with friends or a loved ones. The decorations are adorable and all the items for sale in the shop are great! The tea and the food is so delicious and just all in all a wonderful experience. Definitely will be coming back
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Jemma
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place to have tea! Outdoors with blankets and the host were amazing! Will come back again!
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Gaia
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had an absolutely lovely time having tea here. The location is lovely, the shop is adorable, and the scones are so good.
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Lynne
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We decided to sit outside for the afternoon tea, because the table and setting was lovely and relaxing. They do a great job making you feel comfortable and spoiled. It was a little breezy and they supplied blankets for our comfort. The tea, served in pretty, floral teapots and matching cups, the tiered service of sandwiches, quiche, mini scones, and a variety of other delicious items, was beautifully presented and delicious. This was a great way to enjoy the afternoon in comfort, beauty and with delicious variety of food and refreshments. Also, our server was wonderful too.
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Robin
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely high tea. Everything was delicious. Variety of excellent scones to choose from. Tea sandwiches were excellent and sweets....we had to take them home. Staff and owner (?) were attentive and friendly. Pet-friendly outdoor tables. Highly recommend for a very reasonable and casual tea environment. Will definitely return to purchase from the bakery case.
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Emily
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I took my wife for an afternoon birthday tea at Sugarbird. The owner was so kind and attentive, the selection of tea and scones were plentiful and unique, and everything was delicious and paced and presented nicely. I love how quaint the shop and cafe is and it is decorated nicely. I did know going in, that our service would be outdoors, and we were lucky that is was not too hot outside. I think that while they are doing great with the space that they have, that it would be nice to have more umbrellas and space between tables. There were three tables set the day we went, and I felt like I was hearing everything all at once from other table's conversations plus the road noise, since the tea area is on the easement. Everything was great overall, and we would recommend having a tea service at sugarbird if you are in the Glendale-Pasadena area. If they happen to grow to have a more private patio space that would be such a great upgrade!
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Kyle
VIP
Los Angeles
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sugarbird Cafe is simply the best. I’d take it over some stuffy hotel lobby high tea any day. The finger sandwiches are delicious and inventive, and the scones are next level. The staff and (I think) owner are so sweet and attentive. The tea is hot and refilled when needed. Highly recommend this high tea!
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Ann
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I came here with my 11-year-old granddaughter. We both had a wonderful time because the service was excellent and the food was scrumptious. We enjoyed the peppermint/chamomile tea with our tea sandwiches and scones and will definitely be coming back for more.
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NormaA
VIP
Los Angeles
15 reviews
1.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The worst high tea experience I have ever had. The food was gross and overpriced. The tiny sandwiches were stale and one of the sandwiches I bit into had a thread of some cloth in it. I thought it was a hair but it was thread. This still makes me question the cleanliness of this place. We sat outside in a busy street with many cars passing by, which killed the ambience. There were ants falling into our tea as well. The gratuity was included probably because the service is so bad. I had to get up several times to ask for a to go box, as for the check and company the check. We were the only two people there and they never checked if we needed more hot water for our tea, so we drank cold tea! Never again!
Sugarbird CafeResponded on September 25, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your visit didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to provide quality food and service, and we will be reviewing your comments with our team to ensure improvements are made. Your feedback is important to us as we continuously work to enhance our guests' experience. Warm regards, Kei O. Owner, Sugarbird Cafe
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FAQs

Sugarbird Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

Sugarbird Cafe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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