Visit These 5 Charming Tea Rooms In Maine For A Piece Of The Past
By Michelle|Published February 13, 2019
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Coffee might perk you up in the morning, but only tea can make you feel a touch more special than you might otherwise feel. Maybe it’s the ritual that comes with sitting down for afternoon tea. Complete with tiny sandwiches and little desserts, enjoying a few hours with a serving of tea will make you feel like you’ve just left the palace! Here are a few places you can sit down and enjoy one of our favorite traditions.
Selah Tea Cafe is the best tea place to visit if you're also hungry. Very, very hungry. The menu here is robust and we love that you can satisfy both your refined, tea-loving side and your hungry side. The menu offers a little bit of everything, covering many different cultures. Visit them at: 177 Main St., Waterville / 207-660-9181.
If you want your tea experience to feel authentically British, you need to come here. They have over 100 teas from which to choose, along with scones, tea sandwiches and cookies perfect for the occasion. You can also enjoy a classic English High Tea service that comes with everything. They're located at: 32 Main St., Bridgton / 2078-803-8111.
While we know this place might not be what comes to mind when considering a traditional tea party, we included it because it might be a new tradition! Bubble tea is made with chewy tapioca balls, which almost make it feel like you're drinking tea and eating gummy bears all at the same time. They also have a variety of Chinese and Taiwanese food dishes. Visit them at: 15 Temple St., Portland / 207-773-9559.
One of our favorite things about Dobra is just how knowledgeable the staff is. It comes as no surprise given that the idea for Dobra came during a trip to Prague that included a huge amount of tea consumption and immersion into the deep culture of it in that region of the world. Today, Dobra offers their traditional tea service in 8 different locations. Food includes light fare with a Mediterranean feel. Check them out at: Visit them at: 89 Exchange St., Portland / 207-210-6566
If you're a tea lover who revels in the pomp and circumstance of it all, you'll want to visit Nellie's. From tea to accessories to tea-related books and gifts, there's nothing the modern tea drinker won't find here. They also have workshops and lessons for the die-hards. You'll find them at markets throughout the year, but you can always call them on 207-761-8041.
Still love that morning cup of coffee? Then you’ll want to head to one of these 10 unique coffee shops located throughout the state. They might not make you feel like a part of the royal family, but they’ll certainly wake you up!
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