There was once a time when everyone slowed down, put away their work and took their afternoon tea. It was a recharge of sorts and a way to reconnect and refuel for the remainder of the day. Thankfully, there are several places throughout Kentucky that still believe in this tradition and they are keeping it alive today. Step back in time in these classic and modern charming tea rooms for a piece of the past.

  1. Sisters Tea Parlor & Boutique - 4765 Fox Run Rd. Buckner, KY 40010

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TripAdvisor/Karen S Northeast of Louisville, you’ll find a tranquil oasis at Sisters Tea Parlor & Boutique. They invite you to “sip, savor, and splurge” and it’s the perfect setting to do so. Relax with an exotic cup of tea, a sweet or savory treat and push your worries aside. The Parlor is open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm and on Sunday for special events only.

  1. Candleberry Tea - 1502 Louisville Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601

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Facebook/Candleberry Tea Located in historic Frankfort, Candleberry Tea aims to keep the tradition of the taking of tea alive. Stop in for a casual lunch Tuesday - Friday 11am to 1:30pm or gather a group together and call ahead for a memorable meal and tea experience at this classic tea room.

  1. 2 Sisters Tearoom - 205 W Main St. Vine Grove, KY 40175

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Facebook/2 Sisters Tearoom Situated on Main Street in Vine Grove, two sisters have teamed up to create a serene spot to enjoy afternoon tea. Full Afternoon Tea is by reservation only, but walk-ins are welcome for Cream Tea, Dessert Tea and Petite Tea. Also, consider the tearoom for your next special event and be prepared to be charmed.

  1. Mrs. Teapots Tea Room - 339 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue, KY 41073

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Facebook/Mrs. Teapots Tea Room Enjoy High Tea in charming Bellevue at Mrs. Teapots Tea Room. Reservations are required for this unique lunch atmosphere with delightful food and delicious tea.

  1. The Sword & The Scone Tea Parlor - 1915 Blankenbaker Parkway Louisville, KY 40299

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Facebook/The Sword & The Scone Tea Parlor & Boutique The Sword & the Scone earns the award for the most creative name of the tea rooms on our list. This large tea parlor is open Monday - Saturday at 10am, with the last seating at 5pm. Reservations are highly recommended for their beautifully presented menu and tea. The Parlor & Boutique also hosts a number of events - many of the them for children - and is a wonderful place to make memories.

  1. Pipers Tea & Coffee - 3121 Broadway St. Paducah, KY 42001

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Facebook/Pipers Tea & Coffee For a modern take on the traditional tea room, head to Paducah’s Pipers Tea & Coffee. The vintage vibe is perfectly placed inside a historic Coca-Cola Plant and they serve handcrafted loose leaf teas, as well as coffee and other beverages and treats.

  1. Louisville Tea Company - 9305 New La Grange Rd. Louisville, KY 40242

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Facebook/Louisville Tea Company If you have a passion for tea, then be sure to visit Louisville Tea Company where you’ll surely be among friends. With a massive selection of teas to purchase, you can also visit the Tea Bar for a cup to enjoy and relax. They also offer Tea Tastings - a great way to try a few new favorites.

Do you enjoy an afternoon cup of tea? Have you been to any of the tea rooms on our list? Share your experience with us in the comments!

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Northeast of Louisville, you’ll find a tranquil oasis at Sisters Tea Parlor & Boutique. They invite you to “sip, savor, and splurge” and it’s the perfect setting to do so. Relax with an exotic cup of tea, a sweet or savory treat and push your worries aside. The Parlor is open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm and on Sunday for special events only.

Facebook/Candleberry Tea

Located in historic Frankfort, Candleberry Tea aims to keep the tradition of the taking of tea alive. Stop in for a casual lunch Tuesday - Friday 11am to 1:30pm or gather a group together and call ahead for a memorable meal and tea experience at this classic tea room.

Facebook/2 Sisters Tearoom

Situated on Main Street in Vine Grove, two sisters have teamed up to create a serene spot to enjoy afternoon tea. Full Afternoon Tea is by reservation only, but walk-ins are welcome for Cream Tea, Dessert Tea and Petite Tea. Also, consider the tearoom for your next special event and be prepared to be charmed.

Facebook/Mrs. Teapots Tea Room

Enjoy High Tea in charming Bellevue at Mrs. Teapots Tea Room. Reservations are required for this unique lunch atmosphere with delightful food and delicious tea.

Facebook/The Sword & The Scone Tea Parlor

Facebook/The Sword & The Scone Tea Parlor & Boutique

The Sword & the Scone earns the award for the most creative name of the tea rooms on our list. This large tea parlor is open Monday - Saturday at 10am, with the last seating at 5pm. Reservations are highly recommended for their beautifully presented menu and tea. The Parlor & Boutique also hosts a number of events - many of the them for children - and is a wonderful place to make memories.

Yelp/Matthew S

Facebook/Pipers Tea & Coffee

For a modern take on the traditional tea room, head to Paducah’s Pipers Tea & Coffee. The vintage vibe is perfectly placed inside a historic Coca-Cola Plant and they serve handcrafted loose leaf teas, as well as coffee and other beverages and treats.

Facebook/Louisville Tea Company

If you have a passion for tea, then be sure to visit Louisville Tea Company where you’ll surely be among friends. With a massive selection of teas to purchase, you can also visit the Tea Bar for a cup to enjoy and relax. They also offer Tea Tastings - a great way to try a few new favorites.

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Address: 1502 Louisville Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601Address: 339 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue, KY 41073Address: 3121 Broadway St. Paducah, KY 42001Address: 1915 Blankenbaker Parkway Louisville, KY 40299Address: 2 Sisters Tearoom - 205 W Main St. Vine Grove, KY 40175Address: 9305 New La Grange Rd. Louisville, KY 40242Address: 4765 Fox Run Rd. Buckner, KY 40010