Afternoon tea at Grand Floridian

[Jen125]

Hi

What's the afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian like? I can't see a menu for it, or prices?

We're thinking about going there when we visit in November, but not sure yet. Have others had good experiences?

Jen

 

[loves to dive]

I go every time I'm at WDW. The menu is on the WDW site, just look under dining, GF.

 

[dgthree]

Hi

What's the afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian like? I can't see a menu for it, or prices?

Here's a menu: http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?restaurant.id=305

 

[Jen125]

Thank you both! I can't see the menu anywhere on the WDW site, so the link was helpful.

Looks lovely!

 

[myrtleturtle]

We love the tea at the Grand Floridian. Great atmosphere, great food. Such a nice place to sit and just "be."

 

[CookieandOatmeal]

One of my favorite things to do at Disney. It's a great way to relax and enjoy time with your loved ones.

 

[rlduvall]

Thank you both! I can't see the menu anywhere on the WDW site, so the link was helpful.

Looks lovely!

While I love to direct people to the wdwinfo site as it is the same owner who provides us with the wonderful free Disboards, the information provided is very outdated. They no longer have the beautiful English Rose china, nor are the strawberries and cream freshly plated, as shown. Also, the prices have risen substantially and there are a few additional packages available not shown. I haven't seen a menu with pricing on the official Walt Disney World site either. I still love going, don't get me wrong, but you really need to google it to find more updated information on other websites - of which I am reluctant to provide.

 

[TigerlilyAJ]

I have no qualms about providing the best link I can find. This one has prices and information checked on July 1, 2016. The prices have gone up. I think this will be a treat we'll bypass, as the kids' package is now $20, up from $13, an increase above 50%.
https://touringplans.com/walt-disney-world/dining/garden-view-tea-room

 

[Jen125]

Thank you Tigerlily. Some of those packages are certainly more than I'd have guessed!

 

[TheRustyScupper]

What's the afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian like? I can't see a menu for it, or prices?

Our Ratings of Afternoon Tea at Grand Floridian: (*rev 01/14/2016*)
. . . food price value: D
. . . food quality: C
. . . food quantity per serving: B
. . . food prep speed: C
. . . food selection: D
. . . seating quantity: C
. . . seating comfort: A
. . . eatery atmosphere: B
. . . eatery convenience: C
. . . staff friendliness: B
. . . staff attentiveness: C
. . . character interaction: n/a
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Our Recommendations:
. . . appys:... n/a
. . . entree:.. Derbyshire Tea
. . . dessert:. n/a
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NOTE1: The "Tea" is in a gracious atmosphere overlooking the pool and gardens of the Grand Floridian. A relaxing way to put a civilized break into your hectic park day. A negative for the true tea aficionado, is they serve only Pekoe (OP)grade for non-green tea. Reservations are almost a must. Casual "park attire" is fine, or you can "dress up".
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You order packages. Anyone can order any package; except being no alcohol for the underage drinkers. Plan upon 1½-2 hours if you do it right and enjoy a relaxing respite. It may sound "stuffy" or "uppity", but not really. It's just people in a quite and sedate atmosphere. Hours: 2:00pm-5:00pm, except December when hours are 1:00pm-5:00pm. Now, you guys don't get discouraged or feel out of place (well, at least not TOO much). There are other gents that get-roped-into-going (I mean join their spouses). Actually, it is a pleasant experience for us dudes. After all, look at all the Englishmen that do it. OK so not the best example, but you WILL enjoy it.
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NOTE2: This is not up to the par of either High Tea or the Afternoon Tea, but it is a good way to spend an afternoon. As an FYI, High Tea and Afternoon Tea are different. "High Tea" is a later-afternoon event with more food, including meats. Also note that the "clotted cream" isn't, and they charge for additional pots of tea. Yeah, I know, it it pretty cheap and cheesy. I actually prefer the Tea at Waldorf Astoria on property and it's less expensive than the WDW Tea, even for the better selections. We enjoyed "Tea" at The Savoy and The Claridge's. The GF Tea does not rise to the quality of either. Take a cab to The Waldorf on property; better pricing, better teas, better service.
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NOTE3: No longer can you order ala carte. You MUST order a package. With package, you may add ala carte items. It seems lots of folks came and did not spend a lot of money. They would just do ala carte. In fact, some simply ordered tea and nothing to eat, or just a few pastries. Disney is in the biz of big revenue, hence the change. Dollars-per-chair-per-hour. The Afternoon Tea is not on the Disney Dining Plan. No sharing of plates to reduce the price per-person.
Sample ala carte items (subject to change):
. . . British Cheese Plate $14.50
. . . Gentlemen's Tea Platter (berries, cheese) $12.00
. . . Assorted Tea Sandwich Plate (five sandwiches) $10.00
. . . English Blue Stilton Cheese $8.50
. . . Strawberries & Cream $6.95
. . . English Triffle $6.95
. . . Scones with Devonshire Cream $3.50
. . . Jam Tarts $3.50
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NOTE4: Disney changed the menu and prices, again - and keep raising them, as is not covered under DDP, so prices can "float" with no notice. The prices are now OUTRAGEOUS; maybe the famous PT Barnum was put in charge of the menu & pricing. The prices are ridiculously high. I have taken The WDW Tea off my recommended list. We do not expect to return to it soon. I have taken The WDW Tea off my recommended list for guests who come to my desk.