The Secret Garden Tearoom & Gift Shoppe

4.8 ( 215 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM See Hours
225 Main St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777, United States
+1 631-476-8327

The Secret Garden Tearoom & Gift Shoppe in Port Jefferson, NY, is a haven for tea enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Patrons rave about the enchanting ambiance that transports you to a whimsical garden, complemented by beautifully curated decor. The establishment offers a diverse menu that caters to dietary restrictions, featuring vegetarian and gluten-free options that don't compromise on taste. Reviewers enthusiastically highlight the delectable scones, especially the flaky raisin variety served with clotted cream and jam—a must-try during the high tea experience.

The tea selection at The Secret Garden is nothing short of impressive, with delightful specialty blends like blueberry pomegranate and strawberry peach that perfectly complement the savory treats. Service is noted as exceptional, with attentive staff who go out of their way to ensure a memorable visit. Reviewers particularly appreciate the personal touch from the owner, who fosters a warm and welcoming environment.

Whether it’s a special event like a bridal shower or a cozy afternoon with friends, the charm and culinary artistry of The Secret Garden make it a standout destination. Don’t forget to indulge in the delicious desserts, including fan-favorite carrot cake, as you sip your tea and create cherished memories.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves healthy options
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking

Reviews For The Secret Garden Tearoom & Gift Shoppe

Robyn Baldwin
Jun 22,2025
This is one of the best tea rooms I have been to! After living in England, it is hard to find a good spot for a full afternoon tea! This place is a labor of love, and everything is made in house. They are vegetarian and gluten free friendly, and their gluten free bread is some of the most delicious and best we have ever tasted! The owner personally makes sure you have a wonderful time, and there are hats available to use for fun pictures! The tea selection is wonderful, and there are some delicious special-tea options that are a divine mixture of popular teas and flavors. We will be back soon for another tea!
Moon Moon
Jun 19,2025
love this tea house! It is beautifully decorated, Best food, scones and tea. The family (mom and daughter)that owns and serves you are outstanding. Highly recommend for events like bridal shower baby shower or birthdays
Gail Meeker
Jun 12,2025
Our party of 5, had a wonderful experience. 3 of us did the high tea while the other 2 had the light tea. Delightful selection of savory tidbits. The scones with clotted cream and jam were delicious. As a group, we preferred the raisin scone over the lemon scone. The lemon scone was too sweet. They brewed the tea for us. We had 5 different pots of tea and tried each others. The blueberry pomegranate tea and strawberry peach tea were the best. The waitress kept checking up on us. She heard we like honey and quickly provided us with some. Perfect amount of food too. Well, I shouldn't have eaten all of the sweets provided on the high tea but they were small and looked so good! Some of the lunches at the other tables looked huge.
BusyB
Jun 4,2025
Sunday was our first time here! What a beautiful experience!! It’s like walking into an enchanted garden. The front of the store is set up like a gift shop with beautiful, meticulously created displays of tea pots and tea cups and so much more! The owner was exceptionally friendly and hospitable. We entered the tea room and sat in the center at a table for two. Beautiful decor and tables are all set up with different tea cups. There is a back room where you can try on a variety of hats and wear them during your tea time. Highly recommend doing the High Tea tower. You get to start with amazing scones and work through delicious little sandwiches and puffs with different fillings. Work your way down to 3 dessert bites to choose from. ( The carrot cake was my favorite). I asked for a treat for a birthday and they came out with the absolute cutest little cake with a tiny happy birthday written on the top and it was absolutely delicious (kudos to the owner that writes those tiny little letters). Our whole experience was topped with excellent service by the most adorable, friendly and efficient server, Scarlett ( and her helper). Call and make a reservation! Especially if you have a little girl, a great experience!
Reema Patel
May 18,2025
Eating here was an amazing experience! Such a cozy, beautifully decorated tearoom with such a warm ambience. The waitress was super attentive and friendly. And of course the food was amazing! Our party was vegetarian and they were able to accommodate us. The vegetarian sandwiches were super tasty, the tea selection was fantastic, and the scones were delicious (super flaky)! The best part was the gentleman in the front who was super friendly and welcoming. He even pulled out our chairs for us! Would highly recommend a visit!
Haleh Field
Apr 29,2025
The Secret Garden Tearoom in Port Jefferson is an absolute delight! The desserts are heavenly, each one more delicious than the last. Of course, the tea selection is outstanding, offering a wide variety of flavors to suit any palate. The ambiance is charming and cozy, making it a really fun place to relax and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. The staff is warm and welcoming, adding to the overall wonderful experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking to indulge in great tea and desserts in a lovely setting!
Jenna Withowski
Apr 9,2025
We had a wonderful lunch for my mom’s birthday! Frank was very nice on the phone to make reservations. The food was fantastic and the service was great. The place is super cute! They even made a little adorable cake for mom’s bday.
Dr. Raina Jain
Mar 12,2025
What a beautiful place. So aesthetically done A tea cafe and gift shop. Just so lovely. What a variety of teas (and most of it is imported from India) Had the chance to meet the owner Mr. Frank who was very friendly and also informed us that they serve only tea and no coffee at all Mind you, don’t forget to pre book, as they’re usually always full. So don’t be disappointed if you don’t get a table. You can always take great pictures. It’s so beautifully done up.

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