Tea at the Empress
Tea at the Empress is a world-renowned afternoon tea served in the grand Lobby Lounge of the Fairmont Empress, a Victoria landmark continuously operating since 1908. The experience centres on a proprietary Empress Blend tea and an elaborate spread of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with house-made clotted cream, and handcrafted pastries. It has hosted royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries, and remains one of the most storied culinary traditions in British Columbia.
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Contact
Address: 721 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1W5
Phone: 1 250 384 8111
Website: https://www.teaattheempress.com
Required Criteria
?Bike parking or bike visibility
✓Water bottle refill
✓Washrooms
Amenities
TakeoutPacked lunchesWater without purchaseVegetarian / vegan / GF*Bike rack visible from insideCovered bike parkingPublic rack nearbyBike allowed inside/on patioDevice chargingE-bike chargingPumpWi-Fi
Vegetarian / vegan / GF: Afternoon tea menu explicitly labels the Summer Macaron as 'gluten free'; broader vegetarian or vegan options not confirmed.
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