You already know how deep my love goes for Muir’s Tea Room in Sebastopol! They have been the reigning Number 1 Spot in my raTEAng since we first visited them in September 2018!! They were also first of our Revisits on this Leg of the Tour, when I took my family with me earlier last year in the spring. (And I know yall love them too, cuz I get so many messages + DMs about visiting them!) It should be no surprise then that I happily accepted their invitation to try their new Alice in Wonderland High Tea tea service menu!! The first time in 10 years they are offering whimsical treats and Muir’s style Wonderland decor!

New Menu Visit:

Muir’s Tea Room

330 S Main Street Sebastopol, CA 94572

www.muirstearoomandcafe.com

Let me start by saying that my sister kept calling it the ‘stormiest day of the year’ hehe! It was rainy + windy, but nothing that would stop us from our Sister Date. She had been wanting to try Muir’s for the longest, and we were finally getting our time! It takes me a little over half an hour to get to her place, then about another hour to Sebastopol from there. Things were getting cancelled and people were choosing to stay indoors…but we were NOT gonna miss Muir’s!! Our husbands said a prayer for us and we were off! Safely. The drive wasn’t bad at all. We even made it with a good 30-minutes to spare. We continued our convo in the car until our tea time. I checked my phone real quick to see what time it was, when I noticed 10 texts. Oopsies! I was getting messages from them saying that the power had just gone out!!

I replied to see if they were okay or needed any help with anything, and to see what we should do. Then we took a little detour to the Whole Foods down the street for a bathroom break while we waited. Sure enough, I got a voicemail. But as I finished listening to them being ultra apologetic and seeing if we would at least come in for tea and to-go boxes (aren’t they so sweet!?), another incoming text: “The power just came back on!” They were able to seat us and we were thrilled!

ALWAYS VIP treatment when I come for a visit, and they sat us at the cutest little nook. Since I’m a Eating-Outside-Lover, I’m usually on their patio. But (even before I knew it was gonna rain), I told them I’d adore trying an indoor seating this time. We were welcomed in the cutest little nook!! I had to post 2 pictures of it.

Of course, I got up to look around and admire all their new decor for this theme! Mama Owner described it as “Alice Upscale”, which we fully agreed! More whimsical, than cartoony. They did an EXCELLENT JOB executing every bit. My sister kept remarking on how much it felt like we were just hanging out in someone’s home! So comfy, not overdone, just right.

Something new and very cool that they had at each tables were those old school Viewfinders! Remember those?! Inside were slides of well, Alice!! (feeling love emoji)

After a chat with the owner and her daughter (ugh, love them), we got settled in and looked at our tea choices. So many good ones of course! They always have a few back-of-the-menu specials that they throw in, and my sister chose one from there. Something caught my eye on their regular menu that I haven’t tried before, so I got that one.

Elderflower Melon (decaf herbal)- Oh it poured so prettily! This photo does it no justice at all. It was like this soft corally pink hue! ”Super floral,” she says, as this was my sister’s pick. You could definitely taste the elderflower first, then the melon, and it was creamy at the end.

Raspberry Vanilla (rooibos) – I chose good!! Perfect flavors, as per usual. Creamy fruit, my fave.

Alice’s Garden Salad with Muir’s Signature Dressing – The tallest salad you ever did see, right?! Ugh, that salad. For such a simple looking thing, you would not expect so much packed flavor in one bite?? Those edamame + almonds together just worked seamlessly. And that dressing (I wanna cry), again simple dijon-based but paired nicely. I kept saying one more bite to myself so I could save room, but it was so hard to stop! AND something I have to mention that made me just stop dead in my tracks- when our sweet server came to deliver these (plate in one hand, tiny container in the other), she says “Oh and we knew you didn’t like green onions so we didn’t add any to yours, but put them on the side in case.” (eyes big emoji, whiny emoji, crying emoji) SWEETEST SENTIMENT EVERRR!!! They KNEW me!!?! I was dumbfounded, jaw…on the ground, eyes…totally watered. Now THAT is customer service. Mic drop. Periodt. All the things. Unmatched, unmatched.

This tier was packed to capacity!! The fullest and most attractive tier! I could barely contain my whiny excitement and absolutely could not wait to try everything!!

White Rabbit’s Cucumber & Chive Tea Sandwich – They never miss with their cucumber. Buttery, perfect crunch, awesome ratio. I will never understand how they make their plant-based stuff taste like BUTTER!? My sister + I could not get enough.

A tiny detail but I have to mention, and I don’t have its own picture… Our waters came with a cut strawberry on the rim. Now it wasn’t strawberry-infused water. However, because of where it’s placed- as you take a sip, you are getting all of that strawberry scented goodness! It was an experience for sure. Simplicity that felt like luxury.

Cheshire Cat’s “Sausage” and Roasted Pepper Finger Sandwich – Favorite item on this tea service, hands down. They made their version of In-N-Out sauce. My sister, after finishing hers, “I don’t even like In-N-Out sauce.” Hahah! Oh and it was far from a ‘finger sandwich’, that was a hearty offering! The crostini had a nice crunchy bite, without it scratching up your mouth. And those “sausages” legit taste like a sausage. Magic, I’m tellin you.

The Blue Caterpillar’s Mushroom Tart – Very clever, Muir’s! Okay, I see you!! I can picture that scene now! This was pastry-heavy (sister agreed), which we both loved that part. She said it was “not hard, really tender.” It was salty, but welcome.

Down the Rabbit Hole Spiral Pesto Puff Pastry – Again, very creative! Mama Owner says her + her daughter worked hard to perfect this menu + theme. It was well thought out and it shows. Quoting my sister for this one: “Super buttery, really good pastry again, and very cheesy tasting.” She also added “I haven’t tasted anything vegan yet!?” Which she has tried tons of vegan food, so she knows her stuff. Muir’s said that was the best compliment.

March Hare Artichoke Heart & Hearts of Palm Medley Tea Sandwich – If my memory serves me right, this is the first time ever having hearts of palm on a tea service and I don’t know why more tea rooms don’t use it!? I love hearts of palm!! My daughter + I love having it even as just a snack! This sandwich was so complex. It was tangy, a little mushy, nice heat in the back (you could take it. If I could take it, you could take it). Loved the crunch of that lettuce, and the bread was so soft.

Hatter’s Always Tea Time Scone with imported English Tiptree Raspberry Preserves & “Clotted Cream” – I’m sure I’m repeating myself from old blog posts of theirs, but their scone is really superior. The crispiest edges, fluffy insides, and perfect savory/sweet flavor. Longtime readers know this: whenever I see a tiny JAR of preserves, you already have my heart. Hehe. And I wish I got a picture of it… Coolest thing. They have a little stand by their front door with a basket of empties and a sign that says ‘free, please take what you need’. What an awesome way to recycle and share with the community!

Queen of Hearts Cherry Jammy Dodger – The jam was not overpowering and the pastry was soo chewy. I couldn’t stop nibbling at this, while having slices of the juiciest cantaloupe!

THANK YOU FOR HANGING OUT WITH US ON THE BLOG AND READING ABOUT THEIR NEW MENU! AS A GIFT FROM parTEA with me + Muir’s Tea Room, MENTION THE WORD “UNBIRTHDAY” AT YOUR NEXT VISIT AND ENJOY A FREE TREAT FROM MUIR’S!! (This offer expires September 30, 2024)

The Duchess’s Fresh Peppermint Patty – A nice surprise! This melts in your mouth! Only took a bite so I could save the rest of the Huz, cuz this is his favorite. When I took it home and he had it, he says, “Man, that was better than the original.” You heard it here, Muir’s!!

Tweedledum and Tweedledee Swirl Cupcake – The moistest!! Such a good bite to it. Not too sweet and not too much frosting, which was whipped nicely.

Muir’s Tea Room really outdid themselves this time. (as per ushe) The attention to detail with every bit: the decor, the food, the titles of the food… Mom + Friend, high fives!! Thank you for having us. You showed my sister + I a TOP TIME. She kept raving about how outstanding the service was. Not only do you feel like you’re at family’s house…but you actually feel like family!! Readers + Followers + Social Media Friends- you guys ask me about this place all the time! If you’re waiting for a time to go, it’s NOW!! Pay them a visit, enjoy their new Alice in Wonderland High Tea menu, tell them I said hi, and get your FREE TREAT!!! You have until March 25, 2024 to experience this new theme. Don’t miss out! Stop by their hard-not-to-buy-anything gift shop too!

To my Amazing Sister, thank you for being my date. Thank you for driving us safely through the rain and being one of very FEW I get to let my belly hang out with. I always appreciate our sister time. I feel so safe, so validated, so seen, so understood. Ending this post with such a great shot she took of this original top hat. She’s mad creative too, guys. I’m older than her, but I def wanna be her when I grow up! See you soon Tea Lovers!!

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