Alice's Tea Cup Chapter Ii

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156 E 64th St
New York, NY 10021

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Alice's Tea Cup Chapter Ii - New York, NY
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I have sooo enjoyed eating at Alice's, the decor is entertaining; the music is always "on" in the background. It is fun watching the special food come out on the tall trays. Ser...

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The decor with the Alice in Wonderland theme was cute and appealing to my granddaughter. However, I had a major issue with the wait time. We arrived from CT at approximately 12:30...

Perfect for a Baby Shower 4/25/2006

We just hosted a baby shower for my sister at Alice's Tea Cup. What a wonderful location. The staff was fantastic, the food was terrific and the room was great (a little snug for 27). The atmosphere is whimsical. Our waitress and all the staff were very attentive. They squeezed around our guests and the plethora of gifts without complaint. The Mad Hatter tea service with scones and tea sandwiches was delicious. Desserts also come with the service, but I was so full I didn't have any. We added on mimosas - very good, but pricey - it is NY. We received so many compliments on the shower, most on our location. Many of the New Yorkers said they would be going back. Next time we visit NY I would love to go back as well. I give Alice's high praise for making the day perfect!! Pros: Delicious Food, Outstanding staff, Great atmosphere Cons: None really more
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Perfect for a Baby Shower 4/25/2006

We just hosted a baby shower for my sister at Alice's Tea Cup. What a wonderful location. The staff was fantastic, the food was terrific and the room was great (a little snug for 27). The atmosphere is whimsical. Our waitress and all the staff were very attentive. They squeezed around our guests and the plethora of gifts without complaint. The Mad Hatter tea service with scones and tea sandwiches was delicious. Desserts also come with the service, but I was so full I didn't have any. We added on mimosas - very good, but pricey - it is NY. We received so many compliments on the shower, most on our location. Many of the New Yorkers said they would be going back. Next time we visit NY I would love to go back as well. I give Alice's high praise for making the day perfect!! Pros: Delicious Food, Outstanding staff, Great atmosphere Cons: None really more
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Pumkin Scones! 4/25/2006

Alice's Tea Cup is one of my favorite places on the Upper East Side. You haven't really had a scone until you've tasted the pumpkin ones made here! Such a cute place to go with friends for brunch. My only complaint is that there are waits on the weekend. I guess people just can't get enough of those scones! more
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Pumkin Scones! 4/25/2006

Alice's Tea Cup is one of my favorite places on the Upper East Side. You haven't really had a scone until you've tasted the pumpkin ones made here! Such a cute place to go with friends for brunch. My only complaint is that there are waits on the weekend. I guess people just can't get enough of those scones! more
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My out of town visitors loved it!!! 4/6/2006

I had 8 friends in town for a bachelorette party weekend, and I decided to kick everything off with a fun lunch at Alice's Tea Cup on Friday. Despite having a large party and no reservations, we only had to wait about 20 minutes, and the host was uber-polite. My friends had a fabulous time, loved the food, and in fact, still ask me if I've been there recently...a month after their visit! The waitstaff was attentive, they didn't rush us, and I would recommend this place to anyone, anytime. Pros: cute place, polite employees, excellent food more
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My out of town visitors loved it!!! 4/6/2006

I had 8 friends in town for a bachelorette party weekend, and I decided to kick everything off with a fun lunch at Alice's Tea Cup on Friday. Despite having a large party and no reservations, we only had to wait about 20 minutes, and the host was uber-polite. My friends had a fabulous time, loved the food, and in fact, still ask me if I've been there recently...a month after their visit! The waitstaff was attentive, they didn't rush us, and I would recommend this place to anyone, anytime. Pros: cute place, polite employees, excellent food more
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Great cupcakes, service sucks 4/1/2006

The tea and the bakery itself are great, but the hostess and the waitress have always been condescending. Reservations for a bakery?!?!?!?! However, all in all, a nice neighborhood spot Pros: food Cons: flippin' waitresses more
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Great cupcakes, service sucks 4/1/2006

The tea and the bakery itself are great, but the hostess and the waitress have always been condescending. Reservations for a bakery?!?!?!?! However, all in all, a nice neighborhood spot Pros: food Cons: flippin' waitresses more
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Horrible hostess at East side location 3/10/2006

I went to Alice's Tea Cup- Chapter II last weekend with two of my friends. Upon arrival we were told that there was a 2 hour wait to be seated due to a party. That would normally be fine with me, but the hostess had a very horrible attitude and said to me in a very condescending tone that I should have made reservations. She laughed in my face! I was horrified at the way that we were treated! I have called in advance since to make a reservation, only for them to tell me that they don't take same day reservations.....I do not know how they are running the place. GO TO THE WEST SIDE LOCATION!!! Better service and you will leave a heck of a lot happier. Pros: Pumpkin scones, West side location, cucumber sandwiches Cons: Rude hostess, Mis-managed more
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Horrible hostess at East side location 3/10/2006

I went to Alice's Tea Cup- Chapter II last weekend with two of my friends. Upon arrival we were told that there was a 2 hour wait to be seated due to a party. That would normally be fine with me, but the hostess had a very horrible attitude and said to me in a very condescending tone that I should have made reservations. She laughed in my face! I was horrified at the way that we were treated! I have called in advance since to make a reservation, only for them to tell me that they don't take same day reservations.....I do not know how they are running the place. GO TO THE WEST SIDE LOCATION!!! Better service and you will leave a heck of a lot happier. Pros: Pumpkin scones, West side location, cucumber sandwiches Cons: Rude hostess, Mis-managed more
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Love, Love, Love, This Place!!! 2/12/2006

Such a cute and friendly environment for all ages! Been there a few times and loved the decor, food and service! A must for tea lovers and anything whimsical! Pros: great decor, yummy food, moderately priced more
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Love, Love, Love, This Place!!! 2/12/2006

Such a cute and friendly environment for all ages! Been there a few times and loved the decor, food and service! A must for tea lovers and anything whimsical! Pros: great decor, yummy food, moderately priced more
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A Wonderland on the East Side 1/31/2006

I was so delighted to find that Alice's Tea Cup is now on the East Side. I've been going to the West Side location since it opened and LOVE IT!!! Now I have a choice. The East Side is a little fancier and larger, but still a Wonderland with the same great food, scones, cakes and more - a dinner menu and drinks like Mar-TEA-nis. Yes, tea infused drinks!! I'm loving this!!! more
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A Wonderland on the East Side 1/31/2006

I was so delighted to find that Alice's Tea Cup is now on the East Side. I've been going to the West Side location since it opened and LOVE IT!!! Now I have a choice. The East Side is a little fancier and larger, but still a Wonderland with the same great food, scones, cakes and more - a dinner menu and drinks like Mar-TEA-nis. Yes, tea infused drinks!! I'm loving this!!! more
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we love alice's tea cup! 1/7/2006

We used to schlepp over to the west side regularly for our scone and tea fix, but now we have our own Alice's Tea Cup in our neighorhood! The scones and tea will always be my favorite things there, but we recently had a baby shower there for a friend, and it was one of the most delightful and enjoyable baby showers I've ever enjoyed. The wait staff was adorable, wearing fairy wings and sparkles, and the food (as always) was fantastic. And you have to check out the downstairs bathroom...! I'm sorry for the few vocal people who have had negative experiences, but i'm fairly sure they are in the minority. I hope everyone can have the fun we've had at Alice's Tea Cup! more
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we love alice's tea cup! 1/7/2006

We used to schlepp over to the west side regularly for our scone and tea fix, but now we have our own Alice's Tea Cup in our neighorhood! The scones and tea will always be my favorite things there, but we recently had a baby shower there for a friend, and it was one of the most delightful and enjoyable baby showers I've ever enjoyed. The wait staff was adorable, wearing fairy wings and sparkles, and the food (as always) was fantastic. And you have to check out the downstairs bathroom...! I'm sorry for the few vocal people who have had negative experiences, but i'm fairly sure they are in the minority. I hope everyone can have the fun we've had at Alice's Tea Cup! more
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Loved it! 1/6/2006

Two words -- Pumpkin Scone. The food was great and the baked goods were unbelievable. They are still working out the kinks service wise (it just opened) but I can deal with slight inconsistencies when the food more than makes up for it. Plus they have cool tea infused cocktails! more
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Loved it! 1/6/2006

Two words -- Pumpkin Scone. The food was great and the baked goods were unbelievable. They are still working out the kinks service wise (it just opened) but I can deal with slight inconsistencies when the food more than makes up for it. Plus they have cool tea infused cocktails! more
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HORRIBLE & RUDE service and exorbitant prices 12/11/2005

Alice's tea cup is a pleasant surprise when you first walk in from 64th street. However, your initial pleasant surprise quickly dimishes when you deal with the outrageously rude, slow and flamboyantly inappropriate hosts and servers. The place caters to the typical Park Avenue Moms and their 7 year old princesses as well as the Hello Kitty loving teenage girl crowd. The menu is big but ridiculously priced with $20 sharing fees and price minimums per person. All in all, you are paying for the decor, the location and the pixie dust that I think all of the servers are snorting in the back room. My friends and I will NEVER go back here because the service is a disgrace and there are just SO many better places. If you want a fun tea house with tasty and reasonably priced snacks, try Teany downtown (and you might even see Moby!) Cons: Overpriced, Rude service, Stuffy crowd more
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ENRAGING experience! 12/11/2005

I was so excited to see that Alice's Tea Cup had opened in my neighborhood. Unfortunately, not only did my party have to wait 40 minutes to get seated; I was NOT told when I made the reservation that parties of 14 or more had to automatically order the Mad Hatter tea service ($27 per person) but I was told that I had to hold the reservation with a credit card. After our group was seated we were told that 14 Mad Hatters were on the way. I spoke with the manager, who was completely RUDE and unaccomodating. The manager refused to acknowledge the miscommunication so we were forced to leave and I was told that my credit card would be charged for 14 Mad Hatters! The entire experience was a HUGE disappointment and I have never been treated so poorly at a restaurant in all of NYC. Cons: Rude service, Understaffed, Unaccomodating more
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  • In Short
    Though it serves more than 100 teas along with all the accoutrements--scones, baked goods, and sandwiches ranging from traditional cucumber and watercress to creative combos like...

  • 2/6/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily 8am-8pm
  • Payments: Master Card, American Express, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Lenox Hill, Upper East Side
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