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Best Seattle-Area Spots for a Sweet Afternoon Tea Outing With Kids

Special destinations for a fancy tea date with your favorite kid

Published on: February 10, 2025

Best Seattle-Area Spots for a Sweet Afternoon Tea Outing With Kids

A mom and young daughter look at each other while enjoying a fancy afternoon tea at the Lodge Saint Edward Park near Seattle; best afternoon tea outings with kids
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Afternoon tea at The Lodge at St. Edward is a decided splurge, but it included some very gourmet food. Photo: Natasha Dillinger

The Lodge at St. Edward

A mini foodie staycation is what you’ll find during afternoon tea at The Lodge at St. Edward. Of all of the teas we’ve attended, this is the most gourmet. Hosted in the lodge’s Cedar + Elm dining room, the afternoon tea boasts tea trays piled high with savory offerings, such as beet-marinated deviled eggs and shaved cucumber tea sandwiches with herbed mascarpone. We even enjoyed entertainment provided by a classical guitarist.

Close-up view of sweets served with afternoon tea at The Lodge at St. Edward
Photo: Natasha Dillinger
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Sweet offerings include lemon bars and carrot cakes. My 6-year-old was delighted by the multiple flavors of macarons. This would be the perfect pre-check-in activity before a food-coma-induced nap in one of the swanky lodge’s comfy beds — followed by an energetic session at the amazing wooden playground, of course.

Location: 14477 Juanita Dr. N.E., Kenmore, inside Saint Edward State Park. Yes, you can stay in the lodge.

Hours: Thursdays and Fridays at 2:30 p.m. Make reservations for the St. Edward afternoon tea online.

Cost: $72 per person. There is no children’s menu or pricing, but call ahead if you’re bringing kids and staff may be able to alter some items to make them more kid-friendly.

Next cup: The Crumpet Shop

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