Mandarin Oriental New York afternoon tea: choosing a table

Mandarin Oriental New York afternoon tea puts TEALEAVES in the pot at MO Lounge. Savouries and pastries are prepared fresh each day.

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A MO Lounge table beside the windows towards Central Park at sunset

The choice, in short

Why choose Mandarin Oriental New York

The vegan version takes a plant-based afternoon all the way from savouries to dessert.

The classic version

When to look elsewhere

Reservations last up to 2 hours: anyone planning to linger at the same table all afternoon needs a different arrangement.

Plant-based alternatives

The savouries have a kitchen of their own

The lobster roll brings together Maine lobster, Kewpie and gochujang mayonnaise, apple, pickled cucumber and caviar. Roast beef comes with Gruyère and pickled caramelised fennel.2

Sweets include an elderflower and huckleberry tart, a rose, lychee and raspberry macaron, hibiscus mousse cake and chamomile choux. A 70% chocolate mousse savarin finishes with lavender cream.2

Lavender Earl Grey adds Provençal lavender to bergamot; Organic Vanilla Rooibos turns to Madagascan vanilla. Ginger Yuzu brings ginger and citrus to the herbal infusions.2

What to settle before the table

  • Select the tea experience

    The reservation flow separates Afternoon Tea from ordinary MO Lounge Dining bookings.3

  • Tell your waiter

    Let the waiter know about allergies and dietary restrictions.2

  • Request it ahead

    Gluten-free bread requires 24 hours’ notice.2

  • Choose their tea

    For Little Fans costs $95 per child aged 12 or younger, with an 18% gratuity added.2

  • Use the seasonal experience

    Festive Afternoon Tea has its own booking, separate from the regular service.4

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Alongside the savouries

What it includes

  • Ginger and butter scones, Devonshire cream, strawberry jam and yuzu curd.
  • Coronation Chicken with curry mayonnaise, raisins and pickled onion.
  • Wild Mushroom and Truffle with vegan coconut cream.

Details at the table

To drinkThe children’s tea offers hot chocolate or pink lemonade.2
The sandwichesLittle Fans have turkey and cheese brioche, cucumber on wholemeal, and peanut butter and jam.2
Something crispThe children’s selection includes crudités with ranch dressing.2
The preserveChildren’s scones come with strawberry and rhubarb jam.2
A cold teaCherry Blossom is Japanese Sencha scented with sweet candied cherry blossoms.2
A white teaCloud Dancer blends rose, vanilla, organic gobchi and Himalayan chamomile.2

The table and the bedroom are separate choices

King bed with gold cushions and a view towards the park
King bed with gold cushions and a view towards the park
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How the savouries change

VersionA savouryThe detail
VeganGolden Beetroot and KaleBeetroot, plant-based cream cheese and kale pesto
VeganCucumber and Cream CheeseCucumber and plant-based cream cheese on wholemeal
VeganVegan sconesWith plant-based cream cheese, strawberry and yuzu
VeganSmoked EggplantAubergine, piquillo peppers, garlic and vinegar

Practical questions

What are the vegan sweets?

Hibiscus blondie, mango mochi, coconut and elderflower panna cotta, raspberry and rose soufflé, and chocolate and lavender mousse.2

When does festive tea begin?

The first scheduled Festive Afternoon Tea date is 16 November 2026, from noon to 4.30pm.1

What does festive tea cost?

Festive Afternoon Tea is $145 per adult plus tax and gratuity; children aged 5–12 pay $95 plus tax and gratuity.4

Is there an alcohol-free option with the festive window table?

The Festive Afternoon Tea window supplement includes a glass of champagne or a non-alcoholic alternative.4 Ask which unit the supplement applies to before confirming.

How do I cancel festive tea?

Changes and cancellations for Festive Afternoon Tea need at least 24 hours’ notice. After that, or for a no-show, the full reservation charge applies.4

Choose your tea version and date

See the official page

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Where we read it
  1. 1 Mandarin Oriental New York, afternoon tea, 23 October 2026
  2. 2 Mandarin Oriental New York, tea menu, 23 October 2026
  3. 3 MO Lounge, tea reservations, 23 October 2026
  4. 4 MO Lounge, festive tea and terms, 23 October 2026
  5. 5 Mandarin Oriental New York, MO Lounge, 23 October 2026

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