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Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

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The Laurel Court at Fairmont San Francisco offers a quintessential afternoon tea experience that combines opulent surroundings with delectable culinary offerings.

Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

The Setting

The grandeur of the historic Fairmont San Francisco sets the stage for an afternoon of sophistication.

Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

Located on the lobby level, this upscale restaurant in San Francisco evokes the Gilded Age with a dramatically domed ceiling, marble columns and pastoral murals.

Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

As you step into The Laurel Court, you are immediately enveloped in an atmosphere of timeless luxury.

Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco
Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

Warm hues create an inviting ambiance that perfectly complements the regality of the tea service.

They also had a live pianist during our afternoon session.

The Tea Selection

A cornerstone of any memorable afternoon tea is the selection of teas on offer, and The Laurel Court does not disappoint.

Choose from an extensive menu featuring a curated selection of premium loose-leaf teas sourced from around the world.

Afternoon Tea Menu

The Laurel Court’s culinary team crafts a menu that seamlessly blends traditional and modern flavors. It was $89 for adults and $49 for children at the time of my visit.

I thought there was a good assortment of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and array of pastries and cakes.

Here is what we tried:

Glass Of Bubbles

Sandwiches

Coffee Roasted Carrots

Citrus Pea Puree, Parmesan Crisp, Fried Garlic

Roasted Beets

Toasted Almonds, Citrus Goat Cheese, Parsley

Smoked Salmon BLT

Salmon Bacon, Avocado Cream Cheese, Cherry Tomato, Onion, Dill

Devil Egg Salad

Potato Chips, Chervil, Tobiko

New York Steak

Brie, Fig Jam, Arugula, Crispy Onions, Pickle Mustard Seeds

Pastries

Honey Cherry and Citrus Scones + Buttermilk Biscuits

Fig Jam, Lemon Curd, Clotted Cream

Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco
Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco
Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

Desserts

  • Opera Cake
  • Blood Orange Meringue Tart
  • Rhubarb and Strawberry Cheesecake
  • Macarons
Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

Children’s Tea Menu

Sandwiches

  • Jam Sandwich
  • Classic Egg Salad
  • Salami & Cream Cheese
Afternoon Tea at The Laurel Court, Fairmont San Francisco

Sweets

  • Chocolate Chip Cookie
  • Brownie
  • Chocolate Covered Strawberry

The Service

One of the hallmarks of a truly exceptional afternoon tea is the quality of service, and The Laurel Court excels in this regard. I found the service unobtrusive yet attentive allowing for a relaxing experience.

Final Thoughts

We had a nice time at The Laurel Court for afternoon tea. It was a great afternoon of indulgence that I would recommend.

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