Traditional Afternoon Tea
An iconic Upper East Side tradition held in the exotic Bar Seine Lounge and beneath the gilded Arabelle dome. Featuring delicate savory sandwiches, warm scones with Devonshire cream, miniature housemade pastries, chocolates, and Champagne for two.
The Afternoon Tea Menu
Traditional Tea $48 per Guest · Royal Champagne Tea $58 (with Moët & Chandon) · Prestige Tea $72 (with Veuve Clicquot)
Savory Finger Sandwiches
- Scottish Smoked Salmon:Dill whipped cream cheese, Meyer lemon zest, nonpareil capers on toasted brioche.
- English Cucumber & Mint Butter:Paper-thin English cucumber with sea salt and crisp watercress on soft pain de mie.
- Curried Free-Range Chicken:Madras curry, golden raisins, toasted almonds on honey wheat bread.
- Truffled Organic Egg Salad:Black winter truffle essence, chives, piment d'Espelette on a petite brioche bun.
Traditional Warm Scones
- Currant & Orange Blossom Scones:Served straight from the oven with golden, crisp exteriors and soft, tender centers.
- Traditional Plain Buttermilk Scones:Light and buttery, dusted with powdered sugar.
- Authentic Accompaniments:
• Imported Devonshire Double Clotted Cream
• House-Made Meyer Lemon Curd
• Staud's Artisanal Austrian Fruit Preserves
Pâtisserie & Confections
- Parisian Macarons:Handcrafted daily by our pastry chef: Sicilian pistachio and raspberry ganache.
- Petits Gâteaux & Éclairs:Valrhona chocolate glazed éclairs and passionfruit tartlets with meringue.
- Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries:Long-stem organic strawberries dipped in dark Grand Marnier chocolate.
- Artisanal Pralines & Truffles:Single-origin chocolate truffles with sea salt caramel filling.
Mauve Premier Loose Leaf Tea Collection
Curated in partnership with Mauve (mauve.co.uk), brewed to individual perfection in fine bone china teapots.
Earl Grey Supreme: Premium black tea blended with silver tips and bergamot oil.
Paris Blend: Black tea infused with black currant, vanilla, and caramel.
English Breakfast: Robust blend of rich Keemun and Ceylon leaves.
Japanese Sencha: Vibrant green leaves with rich vegetal sweetness.
Jasmine Silver Needle: Delicate white buds scented with fresh jasmine blossoms.
Genmaicha: Green tea blended with toasted brown rice for a nutty aroma.
Egyptian Chamomile: Fragrant whole chamomile flower heads with floral honey notes.
Peppermint Verbena: Refreshing Oregon peppermint leaves and French verbena.
Rooibos Chai: South African rooibos with cinnamon, cardamom, and clove.
Holiday High Tea & Children's Babar Celebration
Every festive season, Arabelle and Bar Seine welcome families for our cherished High Tea celebration featuring Valrhona hot cocoa, gingerbread elephant cookies, storybook keepsakes, and champagne for parents.
Reserve Your Afternoon Tea Table
Due to our freshly baked pastry preparation, afternoon tea reservations are highly encouraged. Please mention any dietary requirements or celebrations when booking.