FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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We are a cozy tea room with just 11 tables and seating for 22 guests, so space is limited. Reservations are required for our signature Afternoon Tea experience, which includes a beautifully presented three-tier assortment of savories, scones and sweets. They are also required for our Little Petals Tea – our children’s tea. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, please include them in your reservation so we can accommodate you with care.
For everything else on our menu such as The Cream Tea, The Petite Tea, Light Fare and Desserts, walk-ins are warmly welcomed based on availability and no reservation is needed.
Afternoon Tea is served by seating so if you’d like to join us, please visit our Reservations page for available dates and details.
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Yes. For children over 5 years of age, we offer our Little Petals menu, which is designed especially for children and features kid-friendly drinks, bites and sweets. To ensure an enjoyable experience for all our guests, we ask that young guests remain seated, supervised and well-mannered during their visit. Thank you for helping us maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
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Our signature Afternoon Tea includes a pot of your choice of premium tea, assorted tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones with cream and jam, and a variety of petite desserts, all served on a traditional tiered stand. We have taken a fresh and modern twist on the traditional English afternoon tea experience.
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Cream Tea is a simpler offering that includes tea served with scones, cream, and jam. Afternoon Tea is a full experience with savory bites, scones, and sweet treats.
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We are happy to accommodate gluten-free, nut-free, shellfish-free, and vegetarian, but we cannot accommodate any other food allergies. We currently cannot accommodate vegan or dairy free dietary needs. All dietary restrictions and allergies must be noted at the time of making a reservation.
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Absolutely. Our tea room is available for bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, and other special occasions. It is important to know that our tea room has a maximum capacity of 30 people. We cannot accommodate more than that at one time. Visit our Parties page and fill out a request form for more information.
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We plan to host a variety of seasonal and themed tea experiences such as Princess Tea, Mommy & Me Tea, Floral Tea Tastings, and more. Please check our Events tab for information and booking directions. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for news and updates.
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Afternoon Tea typically lasts 90 minutes. We invite you to relax and enjoy the experience at a leisurely pace.
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There’s no formal dress code at Petals & Pours, but we invite you to dress as if you're stepping into a charming afternoon tea. Whether it's a pretty dress, a chic blouse, or a floral skirt, or a beautiful hat, feel free to have fun with it and embrace the experience.
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Yes, gift cards are available and make lovely gifts for birthdays, holidays, or just because. You can purchase them in our tea room.
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Yes. We are delighted to offer our Afternoon Tea Experience at Home, a beautifully packaged takeaway option for those who wish to enjoy the charm of tea beyond our tea room. We also offer our Lite Fare menu for takeaway as well.
Takeaway orders are available Wednesday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM with the last order placed at 3:00 PM.
Weekend orders may be accommodated at the chef’s discretion and require a minimum of 48 hours’ advance notice.
While we do not offer large scale catering, we are happy to prepare takeaway tea experiences for intimate gatherings of up to 10 guests.
To place an order or inquire about availability, please call us directly.
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For private events, a cake or cupcakes will be allowed. However, other outside food is not permitted. We’re happy to discuss custom touches to make your event extra special.
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Tea is our specialty, but we do offer French Press coffee only and mocktails.
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We are located in Central Square, Linwood, NJ, just steps from Barista’s Coffee House. Free parking is available in the parking lot.
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During open hours, our team is focused on providing attentive service to our in house guests, so we may not always be able to answer the phone right away.
We are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. On those days, please email us at petalsandpourstea@gmail.com. We will respond within 24 to 48 hours.
When calling during business hours, we kindly ask that you leave a voicemail or visit our website to review our FAQs, which answer many common questions. All messages will be returned within 24 hours.
For private party inquiries, please visit the Parties tab on our website, review our packages, and submit the contact form provided.