Lovey’s Tea Shoppe

I thoroughly enjoyed my tea room experience here at Lovey's. The ambience was quaint, and the queen's tea was delicious, as expected. I've been to the other LoveJoy Tea Rooms in San Francisco and Redwood City, but this one felt a little more cozy and definitely a lot quieter with just about six tables inside. It made the experience more pleasant and enjoyable.

We had great customer service. The food and tea were amazing, but the portions of food are a bit small. The scones are some of the best I've ever had. The dining area is small, I would recommend a reservation but there is a community table if you haven't.

A lovely tea experience, with many choices and options, including at least a dozen different tea sandwiches, the best scones I've eaten outside of England, luscious crumpets, petit fours, and much more. And of course, an extensive choice of teas. The owners are kind and service is excellent. Reservations highly recommended. One thing to note: the restroom is outside and down a flight of stairs.

I’ve been to Lovey’s many times for their lovely scones and amazing chocolate truffles and petit fours…this was the first time having their afternoon tea. It was wonderful with attentive, friendly service, ensuring my pot of tea was kept hot and providing a considerate pace of the courses offered in a relaxed atmosphere. I had to purchase some chocolate truffles to go, of course!

This place is adorable! The tea tray for 2 was exactly the joy I needed as we exit the pandemic. Outdoor space is inviting and a bit magical even with the adjacent highway noise. Food was delicious and tea options were broad and tasty.

I'm kind of sorry I went because now I will want to stop there whenever they are open on my way home. I stopped to ask if my dog Bogart could sit with me on the patio and from the first we were welcomed by friendly smiles. We really appreciate the service and attention. I had the high tea service, decided on the shrimp and mayo sandwich and the sandwich of the day which was a chicken chutney. The greens with dressing and coleslaw included were a good portion. The scone was fresh and hot. It is recommended to start with it to enjoy it as such. I had the mango tea it's perfect with or without milk. Everything was tasty and satisfying and reasonably priced. We will return.

Raina Dostart

Quaint tea shoppe with two friendly women were working there today. We had no reservation but they were able to accommodate us just fine. Luckily the weather was ok to sit outside. Inside is very tiny and seating would be for a few groups of 3 people at best. The ambiance is cute and a little shabby but it has charm. It's like an old fashioned tea cup shop with lovely things to buy too. Much to appreciate beyond the worn yet cute esthetic. The food is good, not fancy, not gourmet or like grandma's either. I'd say it's like a good little bite, tasty, satisfying and definitely worth a try. The warm welcome and continuous smiles will be remembered. I always appreciate a welcoming establishment. I will tell you that you are busing your own table outside and I don't believe that anyone came back to see if any additional service was needed. I felt content and most things that you might need were all with in reach. This is not a royal tea experience. It's a quaint old mom and pop establishment with friendly people. Don't come here expecting a high tea experience this is not the place. I will say I would go back. I really had a great time.

Jose Roldan

This has always been one of favorite places to patronize, despite the fact that we no longer live in the area we are more than happy to make the trek. The staff have always been amazing, accommodating, welcoming, and made us feel like VIPs. This is such a gem to enjoy quality tea, food, and atmosphere in such a quaint place. The selection of teas varies by season with a wealth of standing options warm and iced all at your fingertips. We love Lovey’s and will continue to make our trek from 3 1/2 hours away to enjoy this gem in Pacifica! Thank you!

Osbaldo Martinez

Lovey's Tea Shoppe is a great tea house. I loved the atmosphere, it's so charming and lovely. The tea is fantastic, the scones were so delicious, the sandwiches were also really good. I came here with my friends and we had an amazing time. It's a great date spot. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming!!

Josh F

What a gem. We thoroughly enjoyed our tea and sandwiches. The atmosphere is quirky and delightful. We sat inside for warmth, but the outside seating area had a beautiful view and a similar character. The service was super friendly as well. Highly recommended stop on the coast. I can't believe it took me this long to discover it.

Susan Pajarito

Homemade crumpets, scones, lemon curd, clotted cream and raspberry jam sp delicious as well as their finger sandwiches.

Grace Nicolas -Kim

I loved everything about this tea place. Me and my few girl friends came on Friday for high tea and everything was perfect . We each got different types of tea . I got white peach which was amazing with unlimited refill . The sandwiches were delicious and so as scones. Service was great , the ladies were attentive and friendly . We loved the little shop inside where they sell cutest tea pots, cups , teas , scones etc . I ended up getting lychee rose green tea to enjoy at home .

Amy Higgins

Lovely lil tea shop that’s in an unexpected location. They have an outdoor seating space as well as a small inside spot. The sandwiches were nice but nothing special. However, the scones are to die for!!! We ordered more considering they were so good!!!

Maya Osweiler

Literally the cutest little place ever!!! I’m enjoying tea and sandwiches and scones with my sister right now and it’s amazing! Such sweet and attentive workers and delicious tea and food. So much variety, even chocolate tea which I rarely find a truly good version of! Love it here so much and can’t wait to come back!!

Greggory Williams

What a cool little tea house right on PCH. Incredible loose and bagged tea selection with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Yes, the homemade scones are delicious! Indoor and outdoor seating. A great place to treat yourself or find great gifts. Don’t drive by it, it’s worth stopping.

Dorena G.

Thank you Loveys for your wild strawberry herbal tea sample ( It smells heavenly! ) and replacement tea filters. What a lovely surprise! Such a wonderful little cozy tea shop right on the Pacific coast. For many years when I would visit I never had the chance to stop by. I finally had the chance and I was not disappointed. Check their website if you want to reserve a tea time for a larger party. I went two days and the first day it was just open seating where you could grab some hot tea, set a beautiful table and get a pastry. The other day there was a large party having tea and little cute sandwiches to eat. There are many wonderful blends of tea that you can purchase. They are all so very fragrant and delicious! You will not be disappointed with any of them. If you are a tea enthusiast, you must absolutely stop here.

Deanna Sciarra

I thoroughly enjoyed my tea room experience here at Lovey's. The ambience was quaint, and the queen's tea was delicious, as expected. I've been to the other LoveJoy Tea Rooms in San Francisco and Redwood City, but this one felt a little more cozy and definitely a lot quieter with just about six tables inside. It made the experience more pleasant and enjoyable.

Michael W

We had great customer service. The food and tea were amazing, but the portions of food are a bit small. The scones are some of the best I've ever had. The dining area is small, I would recommend a reservation but there is a community table if you haven't.

Chelsea Guevara

Such a delightful way to spend a lovely evening. Very thoughtful service, and enchanting experience.

Gayle Keck

A lovely tea experience, with many choices and options, including at least a dozen different tea sandwiches, the best scones I've eaten outside of England, luscious crumpets, petit fours, and much more. And of course, an extensive choice of teas. The owners are kind and service is excellent. Reservations highly recommended. One thing to note: the restroom is outside and down a flight of stairs.

lorissa kelkar

I’ve been to Lovey’s many times for their lovely scones and amazing chocolate truffles and petit fours…this was the first time having their afternoon tea. It was wonderful with attentive, friendly service, ensuring my pot of tea was kept hot and providing a considerate pace of the courses offered in a relaxed atmosphere. I had to purchase some chocolate truffles to go, of course!

Cute little tea shop - great tea, sandwiches, and scones! I love that it’s more casual (and less expensive!) than afternoon tea in the city. Seating inside is a bit limited for drop-ins but there are lots of outdoor tables.

Judy Shie

Cute little tea shop - great tea, sandwiches, and scones! I love that it’s more casual (and less expensive!) than afternoon tea in the city. Seating inside is a bit limited for drop-ins but there are lots of outdoor tables.

Sarah Endsley

Hands down no other tea place holds a candle to Loveys Tea Shoppe run by its wonderful owner, Gillian! As a family, we have prioritized celebrating many milestones and holidays/birthdays within her tea room. Whenever we visit, we feel quite welcomed and treated so well! The ambiance is exceptionally cozy and relaxing. Best sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats I have ever had, so delicious! Wonderful selection of teas as well. We can't thank Gillian and her staff enough for all that they do! If you are a tea enthusiast and are looking for a great place for tea this is it!

Came here with a group of friends after a hike. We ordered at the counter and sat outside since indoor seating was filled. Service was good. The shop was nice. Sitting outside was pleasant though next to parked cars next to very busy road. I ordered the (tea tray for 1) turkey sandwich which was good. The traditional scone was tasty and the clotted cream wasn’t too bad. My green tea with toasted rice was tasty.

Very cute tea shop. Made a reservation for 2 at 11am on a Friday. There seems to be plenty of tables at that time if you decide to walk in. Ordered the high tea for 1 (myself). Really good. My mom got the Me tea. The food and tea orders are the same as Lovejoys in SF. The only difference is that it’s a different location and there is no separate antique shop to buy afternoon tea dishware and whatnot across the street. A good location for those who live in the Peninsula area. We also got the sausage rolls al a carte but it was not as good as I have hoped. It was my mom’s birthday and it was so sweet of them to give her one petite four for free!

Joanne Lee

Came here with a group of friends after a hike. We ordered at the counter and sat outside since indoor seating was filled. Service was good. The shop was nice. Sitting outside was pleasant though next to parked cars next to very busy road. I ordered the (tea tray for 1) turkey sandwich which was good. The traditional scone was tasty and the clotted cream wasn’t too bad. My green tea with toasted rice was tasty.

Michelle Salcedo

Very cute tea shop. Made a reservation for 2 at 11am on a Friday. There seems to be plenty of tables at that time if you decide to walk in. Ordered the high tea for 1 (myself). Really good. My mom got the Me tea. The food and tea orders are the same as Lovejoys in SF. The only difference is that it’s a different location and there is no separate antique shop to buy afternoon tea dishware and whatnot across the street. A good location for those who live in the Peninsula area. We also got the sausage rolls al a carte but it was not as good as I have hoped. It was my mom’s birthday and it was so sweet of them to give her one petite four for free!

I don't know why they changed their way of doing things, but this was my third time here and I won't be back ever. As an aficionado who has enjoyed high tea all over the world, I was really disappointed in Lovey's Tea Shoppe. It wasn't just one thing. I didn't like that I had to pay in advance. The price for afternoon tea with tip is $70 USD, so I was expecting a small amount of fabulous. I will say my Darjeeling tea was delicious. What I really didn't like was that they serve your lunch one thing at a time. I like to choose what I'm going to eat when it's all in front of me, which is something every other tea shop offers - except this one. The sandwiches are all made from the same bread. When you're done, you are offered a choice of scones. Then you get one single scone. Mine was overcooked and flat. One scone? They actually wait for you to finish that before they bring you half a crumpet. I didn't want a crumpet (English muffin). But what put me over the edge is when they finally brought out the tray of sweets, you could only choose ONE. This was just too much for me. I choose a chocolate petit four which was mushy, so I didn't eat it. I understand that costs have gone up, but this was just ridiculous. No one came and asked if everything was okay. I swear I was annoyed about this for days afterwards, and it upset an otherwise lovely time with a childhood friend. I will never go back to this place. I felt so ripped off. For the price I paid for my sandwich, overcooked scone, half a small crumpet and one mushy sweet, I could host a tea for a dozen of my friends. It's not like you're paying for atmosphere either, it's a little dive shop by the freeway, they don't play music, they sell the jam for a few dollars more than the shop that actually makes it across the street. Do better, Lovey's. You used to be enchanting. And I think people who like your place just don't know any better.

Brenda Cook

I don't know why they changed their way of doing things, but this was my third time here and I won't be back ever. As an aficionado who has enjoyed high tea all over the world, I was really disappointed in Lovey's Tea Shoppe. It wasn't just one thing. I didn't like that I had to pay in advance. The price for afternoon tea with tip is $70 USD, so I was expecting a small amount of fabulous. I will say my Darjeeling tea was delicious. What I really didn't like was that they serve your lunch one thing at a time. I like to choose what I'm going to eat when it's all in front of me, which is something every other tea shop offers - except this one. The sandwiches are all made from the same bread. When you're done, you are offered a choice of scones. Then you get one single scone. Mine was overcooked and flat. One scone? They actually wait for you to finish that before they bring you half a crumpet. I didn't want a crumpet (English muffin). But what put me over the edge is when they finally brought out the tray of sweets, you could only choose ONE. This was just too much for me. I choose a chocolate petit four which was mushy, so I didn't eat it. I understand that costs have gone up, but this was just ridiculous. No one came and asked if everything was okay. I swear I was annoyed about this for days afterwards, and it upset an otherwise lovely time with a childhood friend. I will never go back to this place. I felt so ripped off. For the price I paid for my sandwich, overcooked scone, half a small crumpet and one mushy sweet, I could host a tea for a dozen of my friends. It's not like you're paying for atmosphere either, it's a little dive shop by the freeway, they don't play music, they sell the jam for a few dollars more than the shop that actually makes it across the street. Do better, Lovey's. You used to be enchanting. And I think people who like your place just don't know any better.