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Lady Mendls, New York, NY

Lady Mendls

4.9
4.9
1116 Reviews
$50 and over
Afternoon Tea

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2+ people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 7:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 533-4600 ext. 2
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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

What 1,116 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Best Ambience

  • Manhattan

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lady Mendl's Tea Salon offers a quintessential afternoon tea experience in the heart of NYC. With a "lovely ambiance" and "exceptional service," this spot promises an exquisite journey through "delicious food" and a wide variety of teas. Perfect for special occasions, its "beautiful setting" transports guests back in time.

1,116 Reviews
  1. Thaori

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a delightful afternoon in a charming setting, with excellent service and delicious food.

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  2. Nicole

    New York City

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful afternoon tea experience in a beautiful brownstone. The decor was lovely and the service was on point. The food was delicious. The tea was perfect. Can’t wait to come back.

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  3. Gail

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cadence is spectacular and really knows her tea. A great place to chat with friends and enjoy a taste of something special.

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  4. Pam

    Toronto

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely afternoon tea service with unlimited tea offered. Server was helpful and patient. Property is a beautiful brownstone in New York.

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  5. Richard

    Columbus

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a hidden gem. Had a great afternoon enjoying great tea and eats. Fantastic service!

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  6. Helen

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful, pleasant staff; lovely ambience We tried all the options of tea which was nice Would definitely recommend

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  7. Ray

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, good and atmosphere. Would definitely recommend

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  8. Anna

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely decor , excellent service, I would highly recommend.

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  9. Erica H.

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best high tea in the city! The menu is delicious, the surroundings take you back in time, the service is impeccable! Everyone is kind and attentive. Can’t say enough to highly recommend Lady Mendl’s for a very special experience.

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  10. danielle

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect high tea downtown. Adorable setting and delicious food.

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FAQs

Lady Mendls is rated 4.9 stars by 1116 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2+ people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Lady Mendls

56 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 17th & 18th Streets, on the East side of Irving Place
  • Neighbourhood
    Union Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 7:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • 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
  • 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.
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