A visit to a tea room is usually met with an air of sophistication from the Victorian-style decor to the presentation of tea, tiny sandwiches, and petit fours. It’s a lovely experience to have and share with others either as an afternoon out with friends or to celebrate a special occasion. Gerri’s Tea Room of Long Grove occupies a charming Victorian-style home that will make you feel as though you stepped into the pages of a storybook.
Gerri’s Tea Room first opened in 2012 in the historic Long Grove village with the classic British tea room experience in mind.
moni mainguy/Google Gerri herself is from Ireland and trained in the culinary arts in London. Her tea room reflects her Irish and U.K. roots.
British high tea was first in vogue in the early 19th century, served in the afternoon between the long stretch of time between lunch and dinner. It is said to have been popularized by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford.
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At Gerri’s Tea Room, you’ll have your choice of experiences: the Four Course Traditional Tea at $38 per person or the Five Course Emperors Tea at $45 per person. Each experience includes soup, finger sandwiches, Irish raisin scones, and petit fours and pastries to enjoy alongside your tea.
Sheila L/TripAdvisor For children under age 10, there’s the Prince and Princess Tea which includes an array of kid-friendly sandwiches and desserts for $22 per child.
The tea, a delicious blend of English Breakfast and Earl Grey, is brewed fresh and served from silver antique teapots.
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Enjoy a classical British variety of crustless finger sandwiches, scones, and delicate pastries, all elegantly presented, with your tea.
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Antique cups and plates adorning the tables, attentive servers dressed in Victorian-style attire, antique furniture and decor, and ornate chandeliers hanging from the ceiling all add to the elegant ambiance of Gerri’s Tea Room.
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High Tea With Gerri is the perfect place to host a special event like a birthday, anniversary, bridal shower, or baby shower. Your guests will love the attentiveness of the staff, the sophisticated ambiance, the food, and, of course, the tea!
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Have you visited this lovely tea room or any others around the Prairie State? We would love to know about your experience in the comments.
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Gerri herself is from Ireland and trained in the culinary arts in London. Her tea room reflects her Irish and U.K. roots.
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For children under age 10, there’s the Prince and Princess Tea which includes an array of kid-friendly sandwiches and desserts for $22 per child.
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To learn more about High Tea With Gerri, visit the website and Facebook page.
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Address: 144 Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047, USA
