Tea Time at the Cottage

Tea Time at the Cottage at 126 West Highland Avenue in Monroe, GA holds a 4.9 star rating with 80 reviews for its traditional afternoon tea service in an intimate cottage setting. The experience follows the tradition established by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, in 1840, when she began requesting refreshments during the gap between lunch and dinner. At the cottage, guests enjoy a tray of tea, scones, and cakes alongside prepared dishes. The Mother's Day Tea event, priced at $65 per person plus tax and gratuity, features mixed greens with mandarin, cranberry, caramelized pecans, parmesan cheese, and homemade poppy seed dressing as part of a multi course service. The cottage provides a beautiful, elegant setting for afternoon tea, bridal showers, birthday celebrations, and private parties. The intimate atmosphere makes every visit feel like a special occasion, and the attention to detail in both the food and the presentation elevates the experience beyond a typical cafe outing. Tea Time at the Cottage operates by reservation, and advance booking is required. The Monroe location is a short drive from Athens, GA, making it a worthwhile destination for anyone in the Classic City looking for a genuinely unique dining experience that you simply cannot find elsewhere in the area.