McKenna's Tea Cottage
237 Main St, Seal Beach, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked away in Seal Beach, this vintage-feeling tea cottage transports you to another era with its cozy, grandma's-parlor atmosphere and an impressive selection of traditional teas that locals return to year after year. Whether you're ordering the signature Lady Hamilton blend or exploring their seasonal additions, you'll find authenticity here—reviewers from across the pond praise it for tasting like genuine British tea time, complete with proper scones and finger foods. It's the kind of unhurried, welcoming spot that's perfect for bridal parties, family traditions, or simply escaping into a slower afternoon with excellent tea and pastries.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Such a charming tea house that has been a part of seal Beach for a long time. It quite literally felt like we were inside some grandma’s little home. It was such a time stamp of decades ago and the tea sets everywhere were absolutely adorable. Someway somehow all of the mixed…
Have to say as a Brit who stays in the area a lot, I discovered this cute place whilst craving a relaxed cup of tea and was totally impressed 👍 tea and scones tasted exactly like being back home:) The clotted cream came really close ! A great warm inclusive place for anyone to…
Went to Mckennas Tea Cottage and had an absolutely great time ! I got my deal from groupon which automatically is the Lady Hamilton, but they allow you to upgrade if you want. Our deal came with a pot of tea per person, finger sandwiches, one scone each paired with apple and…
I was invited to a bridal tea party at Mckenna's this past weekend. What a delightful place to have tea and finger foods! The atmosphere was peaceful and the food was absolutely amazing. Probably the best peach mango tea I've ever had. I got hot tea on a warm day but it didn't…
This is our go to tea place. My daughters and I go at least once every year. The selection of teas is extensive, with seasonal additions. The service is attentive and friendly, the atmosphere relaxed. Dining out on the patio is so pleasant. We have tried most of the food items;…
Crema Reviews
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