Address and Contact Information
Address: V4R8+H6, 4240 Black Canyon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Phone: (719) 265-7050
Website: https://gleneyrie.org/tea/
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Afternoon tea in the historic Glen Eyrie Castle is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. We’re proud to be a 2024 Diners’ Choice Award winner!
Reviews
Mary-Ann L.
I’d rate the afternoon tea with 4 stars, not only for the food or tea selections but the whole experience including an all day pass to park to walk around the property and hike the various trails. It’s a beautiful castle with light and airy decor (not too stuffy) in the dining area, complete with wood-burning fireplace. Just wish the flowers on each table were fresh to keep with the classy feel.
The best part of the tea food selection was the pretzel sandwich with prosciutto. The salad dressing was too much, maybe next time put the dressing to the side. The scones were okay, not dry. Wish there was more clotted cream to share between 2 servings. The tarts were cute but wish they had more special variety. There weren’t enough sweet pastries.
… moreThe best part of the tea food selection was the pretzel sandwich with prosciutto. The salad dressing was too much, maybe next time put the dressing to the side. The scones were okay, not dry. Wish there was more clotted cream to share between 2 servings. The tarts were cute but wish they had more special variety. There weren’t enough sweet pastries.
kj lee
This is an afternoon tea set that’s perfect for summer. Every time I have dessert in the U.S., I get disappointed because it’s usually overly sweet and not very tasty—but here, every single item was excellent. If I had known earlier, I would have come every season.
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Fancy place, my girlfriend enjoyed it, although its only like $35/p, i saw there were sandwiches on the list/ site, and was expecting a normal sized sandwich or something, but instead you get s very tiny sample size, but im not surprised for the price.
All the pastries, food and tea are probably things you haven’t had before and it was really interesting trying everything, even if i cant say i liked it all lol.
Castle looks cool and has a nice landscape
… moreAll the pastries, food and tea are probably things you haven’t had before and it was really interesting trying everything, even if i cant say i liked it all lol.
Castle looks cool and has a nice landscape
Ellen Barrow
Lovely traditional tea experience. We really liked the scones and appetizers but weren’t too fond of the desserts. Loved that we each got to choose our own teapot of tea. Plenty of unique teas to choose from. Beautiful location
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A Mixed Review: Glen Eyrie Castle’s Setting, Service, and Surprising Sad Scones
The setting at Glen Eyrie Castle is truly unbeatable—it’s absolutely beautiful. Your reservation provides exclusive access to the stunning grounds. I highly recommend bringing a change of clothes and hiking shoes to fully enjoy the property and its short trails. We even had the unforgettable privilege of seeing mountain sheep roaming freely, which was an incredible experience!
Service and Seating
The service was amazing; the staff made us feel like royalty. In the dining area, there is one particular table that is prime real estate. To snag this coveted window seat, your best bet is to book an 11:00 seating and request it specifically as part of your reservation.
The Food: Hits and Misses
The tea itself was decent, but not spectacular. It was served as a bagged tea, which was a little disappointing, as I would have preferred a steeping device with loose leaves. The rest of the food selections on the tray were okay—small, petite, and beautifully presented.
However, the scones were a huge letdown. While everything else was tiny, the scones were large, brown blobs. I suspect this was a marketing technique to give the illusion of substance or simply fill the plate. If the scones had been good, this tactic would have worked! Unfortunately, they were cold, dry, and completely tasteless. Even a supermarket like Safeway could do better.
For the price, you expect a classically trained pastry chef, and the poor quality of the scones was a major disappointment.
Overall Verdict
Overall, this is a difficult place to rate. The cost is high, and the quality of the pastries was not up to par. However, the incredible setting and service are unique and unmatched. Despite the food disappointment, the sense of privacy, exclusivity, and intimacy made it worthwhile.
I would return to Glen Eyrie, but next time it would be to visit the bookstore and café for a much more budget-friendly experience.
… moreThe setting at Glen Eyrie Castle is truly unbeatable—it’s absolutely beautiful. Your reservation provides exclusive access to the stunning grounds. I highly recommend bringing a change of clothes and hiking shoes to fully enjoy the property and its short trails. We even had the unforgettable privilege of seeing mountain sheep roaming freely, which was an incredible experience!
Service and Seating
The service was amazing; the staff made us feel like royalty. In the dining area, there is one particular table that is prime real estate. To snag this coveted window seat, your best bet is to book an 11:00 seating and request it specifically as part of your reservation.
The Food: Hits and Misses
The tea itself was decent, but not spectacular. It was served as a bagged tea, which was a little disappointing, as I would have preferred a steeping device with loose leaves. The rest of the food selections on the tray were okay—small, petite, and beautifully presented.
However, the scones were a huge letdown. While everything else was tiny, the scones were large, brown blobs. I suspect this was a marketing technique to give the illusion of substance or simply fill the plate. If the scones had been good, this tactic would have worked! Unfortunately, they were cold, dry, and completely tasteless. Even a supermarket like Safeway could do better.
For the price, you expect a classically trained pastry chef, and the poor quality of the scones was a major disappointment.
Overall Verdict
Overall, this is a difficult place to rate. The cost is high, and the quality of the pastries was not up to par. However, the incredible setting and service are unique and unmatched. Despite the food disappointment, the sense of privacy, exclusivity, and intimacy made it worthwhile.
I would return to Glen Eyrie, but next time it would be to visit the bookstore and café for a much more budget-friendly experience.
Angela_Aluv
A wonderful new experience, good service, good food, and beautiful scenery; 10/10 will return.
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