Lady Mendls

4.8 (1169)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

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2 people

13 May 2025

19:00

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

Our $89 prix fixe tea service is offered Tuesday through Sunday.

Lady Mendl's is an unconventionally chic tea salon housed within a Georgian brownstone in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan. An opulent five-course tea is served in an eclectic and whimsical parlor by a doting staff. Patrons sip tea from hand culled vintage Wedgwood teacups as they nibble dainty finger sandwiches and house baked scones.

Please note that our entrance is only accessible via a staircase of 10 steps. We do not have an elevator.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 13:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–17:00
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Location
56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Area
Union Square
Cross Street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Earl Grey
Floral notes of Bergamot, exceptional combination of Darjeeling, Assam, Chinese, and Sri Lankan teas, sprayed with the oil of Bergamot has been satisfying our customers for generations
English Breakfast
These medium sized leaves produce a copper liquid that has a bright and fragrant cup. The tea is smooth and full-bodied with a malty aftertaste that stands up to a splash of milk or lemon
Moroccan Mint Green
Transport yourself to a land of desert sands, caravans and palm tree filled oasis, with Moroccan Mint a delicious blend of spearmint and green tea. The green tea unfurls into large leaves, with a pale ecru cup and a strong minty flavor
Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong
This delightfully light tea brews to an ecru color and has the taste of baked goodies with an undertone of an earthly oolong. The rich exotic aroma is accompanied by the smooth, delicious taste of coconut macaroon with vanilla accents
Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)
A wonderful blend of green rooibos with cacao and cinnamon and flavored with Bavarian chocolate, cinnamon and hazelnuts. It brews to a golden cup with the delicious aroma and taste of cinnamon baked goodies
Luscious Lemon (Decaf)
A lemony blend that combines organic lemon peel, organic lemongrass, organic lemon balm, and lemon verbena with natural lemon flavor

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad
Green Market Tea Sandwiches
Selections vary based on seasonal availability. Please ask server for the daily options
Traditional Scones
devonshire clotted cream with fruit preserves
Gâteau de Crêpes
vanilla cream
Petit Fours
macarons, chocolate covered strawberries

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge
Lemon Verbena Fresca
Rose Petal Fizz
Peach Bellini
Classic Mimosa
Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut RoséUS$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc ChangeUS$16.00
Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'AigleUS$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange GoldUS$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'AigleUS$17.00
Gerard Bertrand Merlot ChangeUS$16.00

What 1,169 people are saying

Lady Mendls reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

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Lady Mendl's offers a delightful tea experience in a charming brownstone setting. Guests rave about the "wonderful service," "beautiful ambiance," and "delicious tea pairings." The atmosphere is cozy, with elegant decor that transports you to a bygone era. Perfect for special occasions or a leisurely afternoon.

1,169 Reviews

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JoanMarie VIP
Philadelphia7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a sublime experience in every way. It’s a magical enchanting place. Open yourself up to the energy they provide, and you will walk away having had much more than tea. Alberto, Grace and everyone there is special and unique. They work together like a family. It’s truly worth every penny. Take the journey and enjoy.
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Nikaela VIP
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love coming here. The food and drinks are amazing and the staff is fantastic.
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Jill
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit and won’t be our last. What a special place! The food and tea are amazing and the decor eclectic. Service was wonderful making it a terrific experience!
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Bruzek
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing tea service. Delicious food, fantastic tea pairing, beautiful cocktails … couldn’t be more perfect.
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Maria VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous Easter experience. Lovely setting. Fun and delicious food.
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Clay
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place! We come here every Easter for tea.
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James
Dallas2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 19 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Meh meh meh. It was fine. Nice eats. Nice house. Cheap tables chairs and table cloths. Expected more.
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Carine
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! The staff is very welcoming, and the service was impeccable. The tea pairing with food is such a unique idea. My friend and I loved it! Beautiful ambiance and decor as well.
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Kathleen
New York City49 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Delightful atmosphere. Food tasteful and balanced. Table settings pretty.
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eleonore
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the place, the whole experience there, as do all the friends who went there with me. What I personally value the most, besides the beauty of the place and the quality of the food and teas, and the flavors, is that our senses are not overloaded: we can listen to each other and chat well, catch up, discuss, what a luxury in this day and age! Same with the gentle lights and the nice windows that allow day light in too: it feels wonderful to be able to relax instead of lunch meaning one more stress and aggression!!! Awesome! Will always come back :-)))
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Lady Mendls is rated 4.8 stars by 1169 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

13 May 2025

19:00

Booked 16 times today

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross Street
Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
Area
Union Square
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 13:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–17:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Dessert, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
http://nyc.bestparking.com/custom/index.php?addr=56%20Irving%20Place
Public transit
Union Square Station. Upon exiting the station, walk to 17th street and make a right. We are one block to the East of Park Avenue South at 17th and Irving Place. Only a small plaque stating "Lady Mendl's" marks the entrance to our brownstone.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.ladymendlsteasalon.com/
Phone number
(212) 533-4600 ext. 2
Catering
We do not offer catering services off premise. We not do have items from our tea menu available for pick up.
Private party facilities
Located within The Inn at Irving Place, Lady Mendl's is housed in a Victorian style salon. Our private parties can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated event and 75 guests for a cocktail party. In addition, our martini lounge, Cibar, is located on the ground floor and can also be used for private events or combined with the Lady Mendl's Salon. We are a beautiful location for destination weddings, bridal or baby showers, cocktail parties, and corporate events. Please complete an inquiry on our website for specific pricing.

Lady Mendls

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Main

Earl Grey

English Breakfast

Moroccan Mint Green

Creamy Toasted Coconut - Oolong

Wonderland Rooibos (Decaf)

Luscious Lemon (Decaf)

Afternoon Tea Service

Seasonal Soup or Salad

Green Market Tea Sandwiches

Traditional Scones

Gâteau de Crêpes

Petit Fours

Lady Mendl's Specialty Cocktails

Spiked Ginger Recharge

Lemon Verbena Fresca

Rose Petal Fizz

Peach Bellini

Classic Mimosa

Butterfly Effect

Rosé

Gerard Bertrand Crémant de Limoux Brut RoséUS$18.00

White

Gerard Bertrand Sauvignon Blanc ChangeUS$16.00

Gerard Bertrand Chardonnay Domaine de L'AigleUS$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Organic Orange GoldUS$17.00

Red

Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Domaine de L'AigleUS$17.00

Gerard Bertrand Merlot ChangeUS$16.00

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