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Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor, Dover, NH

Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor

4.9
4.9
910 Reviews
$31 to $50
Afternoon Tea

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 5 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Serving Luncheon and High Tea, from soups, quiches, sandwiches, and salads to the fancy 3-tiered "Duchess" featuring delectable mini-sandwiches, scones w/Devonshire cream & lemon curd, finished with petite fours - for a full menu please see our website - you can reserve from there as well. Come enjoy our relaxing atmosphere in our beautiful 1871 Victorian Bed & Breakfast in historic Dover, NH. We also sell gift certificates, tea pots & accessories, over 30 flavors of loose leaf tea, tea wallets and cozies plus jewelry and other fine gifts! Reservations are preferred to be able to offer optimum service and availability.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Maximum on property is 50, on street parking available as well
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pamela Pidgeon

What 910 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Hampshire

    Best Overall

  • New Hampshire

    Best Food

  • New Hampshire

    Best Ambience

  • New Hampshire

    Best Value

  • New Hampshire

    Great for brunch

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Overall

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Food

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Ambience

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Best Value

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor offers a charming Victorian experience with "delicious food and a huge selection of teas." Themed events like "Wizard of Oz" and "Hocus Pocus" add a whimsical touch, while the "attentive and friendly staff" make visits memorable. Perfect for special occasions and "a must-do tea in NH!"
910 Reviews
  1. Laura

    New Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is THE PLACE to go to slip back into a leisurely, relaxing, beautiful, elegant, sumptuous and overall devine experience. The Victorian charm is such a break from the rush, drama and anxiety of our normal lives. A hot pot of tea provides a soothing escape, and there are so many teas to choose from. The options for dining or desserts should make just about anyone happy. The food is always delicious and homemade. It's a far cry from the over-processed, bagged and frozen standard restaurant fare. The food at the Silver Fountain is plated on beautiful China like our grandmothers' may have used, with real silverware, tablecloths and cloth napkins. Tea comes steeping in pots to be enjoyed from delicate cups. There are no strings with paper tags attached here. The service is kind, friendly, and helpful because they KNOW the teas. It is definitely an experience that delights my tastebuds and refreshes my spirit. You might even choose to indulge yourself further by taking home a bag (or two or three or more) of the loose leaf tea. You can also purchase a teapot and/or tea cups if you wish to bring home a bit of Victorian charm for yourself.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were great. Wonderful atmosphere for afternoon tea.

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  3. Sue

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My daughter and I had a wonderful experience. The tea selection is nothing short of impressive and the afternoon tea service is a must-try. It’s a place where time slows down, and every sip is an experience to be savored. Highly recommended!

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  4. Karen

    New Hampshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My good friend and I enjoyed a delightful high tea at the Silver Fountain Inn and Tea Parlor earlier this week. All the food was delicious, from the creamy potato soup to the mini pot pie, warm scones, and petit fours. The menu changes every month, so I try to invite a different friend or two each month, so I get to try lots of different things.

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  5. Daniel

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience with unique meal items for tea service...

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  6. LuAnn

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! If you like the Victorian Era and a cup of tea! You will want to visit this Tea Parlor! I have visited several times and have never been disappointed! The themes are always entertaining! From Wizard of Oz, Harry Potter to Jane Auston!

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  7. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This months menu was so delicious Can’t wait for the Guinness stew next month with our favorite server Gayle She is such a delight always smiling with a great sense of humor

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  8. Mary

    VIP

    Tahoe

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always ! Everything is perfect when you come to tea!!☕️

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  9. Dona Lynn

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have enjoyed multiple visits to The Silver Fountain Tea Parlor over the past five years…it is both a delightful and delicious experience!

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  10. Stephanie

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Silver Fountain Inn is such a great place to have high tea! This was my second visit and it was so enjoyable. The food is delicious and the tea selection is almost overwhelming. It's a lovely place to have tea with a friend.

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Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor is rated 4.9 stars by 910 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.

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Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor

103 Silver St., Dover, NH 03820

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Maximum on property is 50, on street parking available as well
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pamela Pidgeon
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