Palm Court
Afternoons in Palm Court
For those who love their afternoon teas fresh, colorful, fragrant, and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel, serving tea for nearly a century in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, is the quintessential Magnificent Mile afternoon tea experience. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their royal visits here.
Your afternoon tea begins with a peruse of the Palais de Thes menu, which features 17 unique tea blends including classic selections like the English Breakfast and Earl Grey to modern yet delightful twists like the Mélange du Cap, a delicious pairing of cocoa nibs and vanilla pods against a delicate rooibos backdrop, for a warm and sophisticated blend.
Tea is served in individual tea pots accompanied by the traditional three-tiered tea tray filled with an arrangement of gourmet artisanal finger sandwiches; delicious from-scratch bread and scones; and dainty petit fours with accouterment complements of house-made preserves, lemon curd, and English double Devon cream prepared by chefs in our pastry kitchen.
And let’s not forget about our little tea connoisseurs developing their appreciation for the art of tea and tea service…the Prince & Princess Afternoon tea service, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years of age is available throughout the afternoon tea service.
Afternoon Tea Service reservations are highly encouraged due to the popularity and seating capacity limitations. Full tea service seating duration is 90 minutes maximum, so we kindly request you plan accordingly to experience afternoon tea in its truest form.
Reservations can be made online at OpenTable or by calling +1 312-932-4619
For any questions, please email the Palm Court Manager.
SPOOKY AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE
Hauntingly good times await you this October, with the wickedly limited Halloween edition of a tradition steeped with bewitching enchantment at Palm Court. Enjoy a menu of goblin-worthy tiers, hauntastic sips, and seasonal tea blends. Reservations are encouraged and can be made at Open Table.
Dates: October 4th – November 3rd, Friday – Sunday, open Thursdays starting October 24th
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm (last seating)
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HOLIDAY AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE
Serving tea is a time-honored tradition in the Gold Coast Neighborhood of Chicago. Palm Court celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with a quintessential Magnificent Mile afternoon tea service featuring a bouquet of beautifully fragrant tea blends, decorative gourmet tea sandwiches, and cakes. Reservations are encouraged and can be made at Open Table.
Dates:
November 7th – 21st, Thursday – Sunday, 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
November 22nd – January 5th, Open Daily, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE
Enjoy a cozy retreat and delightful afternoon tea in the Camellia Room with floor to ceiling windows, directly looking onto the commencement of The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival as your favorite characters pass by, illuminating the start of the holiday season. The Festival of Lights Afternoon Tea Service features an array of fragrant tea blends, gourmet tea sandwiches, and indulgent cakes. Reservations are encouraged and can be made at Open Table.
Date: Saturday, November 23rd, 3:15 pm & 3:45 pm
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Plan Your Next Event at Palm Court
The Magnificent Mile spot to see and be seen over an afternoon tea for over 100 years. Suitable for semi-private events, ideal for evening cocktail receptions, bridal or baby showers.
Group Events in Palm Court
To reserve private events kindly contact the Hospitality Manager.
Beautifully made hats by Laura Hubka Millinery
Hats and High Tea at Palm Court is elegance at its finest with Laura Hubka Millinery and her exquisite hats. Elevate your tea time with her creations and find your perfect hat when Afternoon Tea is served. Visit her website to contact her directly or to check out her weekly schedule at Palm Court.
