The Grand Atrium at The Brown Palace

During our trip to Denver I booked a reservation for afternoon tea in the lobby of the historical Brown Palace. Immediately the staff was welcoming and attentive, even providing warm blankets to use. Hiwat was very informative and friendly with her service and many years of experience. It was a great tasty and relaxing experience to spend our last day.

This place is amazing! The atmosphere takes you to another time. We really loved the food and the service was fantastic. It was really crowded but we enjoyed the music while waiting for our drinks and appetizers. You can enjoy cocktails at the atrium or get inside the pub. We will definitely come back for the afternoon tea.

A Truly Charming Afternoon Tea Experience We visited The Brown Palace for Afternoon Tea in their beautiful multi-story atrium and had a truly lovely time. The ambiance was elegant and relaxing, making it the perfect setting for a special outing. The scones were tasty, but the real standouts were the tea sandwiches and pastries—each one was delicious and beautifully presented. My favorite tea was Jane’s Garden, though every blend we tried was enjoyable. Highly recommend for a classic and memorable tea experience!

We did not have a reservation and the sweet hostess Desi was more than happy to accommodate my husband and I who were traveling in from out of town. The tea, sandwiches, and scones were amazing and fresh- although the desserts were a little too sweet and could use some work. We had a wonderful experience between the live music and beautiful hotel. But we owe the magic of this visit to our exceptional server, Forrest (and of course, the rest of the staff). From the moment we were seated, Forrest made us feel welcomed, cared for, and truly special. Even though we weren’t celebrating, they made it feel like we should be! Their attention to detail, warm demeanor, and knowledge of the tea service elevated the entire experience. Every question we had was met with thoughtful answers, and they anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. It’s clear they take great pride in what they do and they made us feel comfortable in a space that is a little intimidating. Be sure to ask for them if you visit! Would recommend trying the tea service at least once, so glad we did.

My daughter took me to the Brown Palace for tea to celebrate my birthday. We were very satisfied with the food, the service and the lovely atmosphere of the hotel atrium. The scones were particularly good. We opted for the 90 tea option that came with a delicious glass of Chandon bubbly - an excellent complement to the tea offerings. The server was pleasant and did a fine job describing the items being served as well as explaining the tea choices. We requested some vegetarian sandwichs with no difficulty. Live piano music added to our dining experience. If you are interested in an afternoon tea, I highly recommend the Brown Palace.

I had the pleasure of celebrating my birthday at the Brown Palace for afternoon tea with some of the people I love most. From the start, I must say that the grand atrium is insanely stunning, especially when it is decorated for the holidays. With its grand chandelier, beautiful stained glass ceiling, and tremendous ambiance and comforting tone, the ambiance of high tea was elevated, elegant, and regal. My three friends and I all enjoyed our teas. I got the Paris blend and found it to be a delicious black tea with unique notes of bergamot and caramel. The desserts and scones were definitely the highlight of the food selection, as the finger sandwiches were good but nothing extraordinary (also, they give you extra finger sandwiches, but I would rather have the option to get more scones if allowed). The desserts were all extremely unique and packed with distinct aromas and flavors in each bite. All in all, I am thankful I got to experience afternoon tea at the Brown Palace because I have always wanted to do it since I was a child. As someone who is from Colorado and has lived here all their life, I feel it is a canonical part of being a Denverite: everyone must eventually have afternoon tea at the most iconic hotel in downtown Denver. Lastly, I am not going to lie, it was a costly experience—nearly 100 per person after tip—but it is an experience you will never forget and one I think is worth the splurge.

Stunning!! We loved going to tea time. The tea selection was vast. The food was delicious. The staff was so friendly and attentive. They had a pianist playing which was a great touch. We enjoyed it so much. The setting is gorgeous as well. It is a little pricey but totally worth it.

Somehow even on one the busiest days of the year (Mother’s Day) the Brown Palace is an incredible, inviting, and essential tea experience. Whether it’s a classic tea experience you’re after, or something more special the Brown Palace does not disappoint. The tea, food and specialty cocktails were all wonderful - worth a second visit alone BUT critically the most impressive thing was the service. Our main server Forrest went above beyond, making us feel welcomed, heard, and as if we were the only guests in the entire full room. They answered all questions regarding the menu, and ensured that we had the most wonderful experience. Shoutout Forrest for making our 1st visit an amazing one, truly a gem. The rest of the staff were very attentive - never asked once for additional drinks - truly a welcoming atmosphere. We would come back just for the service alone. Reservations are tough to come by but well worth it.