The Grand Empress Tea Room offers a refined high tea experience in Kilgore, Texas. Guests can enjoy formal afternoon tea, brunch or lunch options, with required reservations and may be made online at our website.
The elegant atmosphere makes it a perfect destination for a special occasion, private event, or a leisurely afternoon.
Currently, walk-in LUNCH hours are Mon – Tue 10:30am to 2:00pm.
All formal tea services are by RESERVATION ONLY for the following days and times: Sunday thru Saturday 10:30am – 4:00pm.
It is advised that reservations be made several days in advance.
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This is my favorite mother-daughter spot. The food is delicious every time. Today we had a cauliflower soup, chicken salad on croissant, cucumber sandwiches, a summer fruit salad, a fresh baked blueberry scone, a garden salad, and hot tea. The service is very personal and the owner treats you like a guest in her home. I highly recommend this hidden gem.
… moreBrianna Bowers
We held a baby shower here and fell in love! The owner and manager were amazing, professional and accommodating. Their quiche was amazing and the tea was so very wonderful. It was just an amazing experience all around! I can’t wait to go back!
… moreKimberley Richardson
I can not say enough positive things about this place! The owner will dazzle you with her hospitality and amazing food. My Mother, Sister, Daughter and I made an hour trip to check this place out and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We loved the variety of teas and the delicious food. I enjoyed the Jordan lunch which includes I believe, salad, soup, half a sandwich, tea, water, and dessert. The picture of the platter is what was presented to us for dessert. Everything was a delight to eat. We will definitely return! While I would love to be selfish and have this wonderful place all to myself, a place this good has to be shared! You all should do what we did and check it out.
… moreDani Daniel
We loved our high tea experience! Everything was delicious and Kat was so helpful and kind. Very memorable and sweet for me and my mom.
… moreMichaela White
I came in last Thursday for brunch with my mom. Prior to coming in, it was required to make a reservation for the high tea service, which made the experience feel extra special and exclusive. When we got there, the table was set beautifully with antique china and finger foods. We ordered the Grand Dame, which included freshly made soup and quiche, both of which were delicious! All of the finger foods and pastries were also very good, but my favorite part was the assortment of teas to choose from. The owner served us herself and she was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home in the beautiful tea room. I highly recommend The Grand Empress for special occasions and for anytime you just want to feel like a princess for the day.
… moreMeredith Borders
I booked the Grand Dame tea for my mom’s 70th birthday. She had the most amazing time, said every bite was delicious, the service was incredible, and she felt like a princess the entire time. My dealings with the owner were so great and easy – she was so communicative and helpful!
… moreLaura Laster (Airlines 101)
I loved the tea experience for the autumn menu! We got some lovely company, tried 4 different teas, and enjoyed excellent scones, spreads, dessert, mini salad and fruit and sandwich and soup! I love the atmosphere and the relaxed service.
… moreJess Barr
We had a lovely high tea. The selection of tea was good and the food was delicious. I am in TX visiting my bff and she found this place and it is a hidden gem. The owner is a very nice woman who used to own a B&B that had a tea room so she knows what she is doing.
… moreKaty Roché
I reserved the Grand Empress Tea Room for a baby shower. The atmosphere was charming. The food was plentiful, and the service was excellent.
… moreJayne Webb
Had lunch with my two daughters and granddaughter yesterday. The service was amazing right along with the food!! The food was fresh and the desserts were beyond delicious. I highly recommend. Will definitely be back.
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