Camellias

4.8

316 Reviews

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

404 King St, Charleston, SC 29403-6422

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2 people

Apr 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Fancy

Reservations are not accepted for Standard Service.
Reservations are required for Afternoon Tea and Special Experiences.

Discover an unparalleled Afternoon Tea experience at Camellias, where design and architecture intertwine to create a breathtaking wonder inspired by the renowned Fabergé jewels. Step into a realm of elegance and sophistication, where every detail, from the etched mirror ceiling to the dazzling crystal chandelier, exudes opulence and charm.

Located in the heart of Charleston, Camellias presents an Afternoon Tea seating that stands as an essential experience for any bucket list.

Adults | 65.00
Children’s Tea (ages under 12) | 42.00
Crown Tea | 78.00

Pricing reflects a per-person pricing based on seats reserved.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to your reservation. Failure to cancel 24 hours before your reservation will result in a $25/per person fee.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Thu–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm Standard Service (Reservations Not Accepted) Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(843) 990-5460
Website
http://www.hotelbennett.com/dine/camellias
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
404 King St, Charleston, SC 29403-6422
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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Experiences

Mother's Day Tea
$68.00 - $98.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Experience a heartwarming Mother's Day celebration at Charleston's most beloved pink bar. Treat Mom to an unforgettable experience with our exquisite Afternoon Tea set amidst the enchanting ambiance of our elegant venue. Plus, choose from fresh blooms and build the perfect mini bouquet as an extra treat. Adults $98 and $68 for kids under 12 years old.

ADULT TEA$65.00
Assorted chilled canapes, tea sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and assorted tea pastries from La Pâtisserie.
CHILDREN’S TEA$42.00
Afternoon Tea offerings specially selected for our 12 and under guests.
CROWN TEA$78.00
Enjoy our most complete afternoon tea experience with a glass of sparkling rose, along with an extensive selection of teas. The crown tea experience offers all of the afternoon tastings.

Tea Selections

We proudly partner with luxury tea blenders TEALEAVES for our selections.

Organic Green
GREEN TEA LOW CAFFEINE | High antioxidants and low caffeine
Hotel Bennett Blend
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Charming floral notes paired with tropical fruits
Imperial English Breakfast
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Elegant and refined smooth sweetness
Russian Earl Grey
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Spicy with citrus notes
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Velvety combination of bright and flowery notes with a sweet finish
Golden Tippy Assam
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Full-bodied with a sweet, malty finish well balanced
Masala Chai
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Aroma of gingery cardamon with a hint of spice
Amour Black Tea
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Sophisticated rose flavors with a cocoa finish
EROS
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Smooth and sweet mandarin orange and vanilla aromas
Organic Peppermint Leaves
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Herbal Infusion with an amazing minty and uplifting aroma
Decaf Earl Grey
BLACK TEA VERY LOW CAFFEINE | Delicate citrus notes with medium antioxidants and reduced caffeine
Relaxing
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Complex herbal infusion with peppermint, chamomile, passion flowers, skullcap, and wood
Organic Chamomile Flowers
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | A tranquil, calming herbal infusion of sweet apple-fragrant golden chamomile blossoms
Ginger Yuzu
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Herbaceous ginger with grapefruit and orange character
Pink Tea
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | A berry-forward palate with adaptogenic rich ingredients. The Color of Biodiversity pink comes from the earth’s oldest color and encourages biodiversity preservation.
Darjeeling
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Blended layers of different summer harvests with complex, broad and sharp note

What 316 people are saying

Camellias reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Camellias offers a delightful afternoon tea experience with "incredible ambiance" and "great service." Guests appreciate the "Great Gatsby glamour" and vintage decor. The tea selection and gourmet food, including gluten-free options, are highly praised. Although a bit pricey, the experience is considered "worth it" for special occasions.

316 Reviews

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Joanne
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience better than we could have imagined
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Courtney VIP
Charleston20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my favorite thing we did for Easter weekend! So much fun! So girly! Beautiful atmosphere! Food and tea were amazing! Staff was so nice!! I can’t wait to go back!
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James
Tampa3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of the few venues in the Southeast that offers the traditional high tea and champagne service. The location and ambiance are unbeatable. One of the most beautiful tea rooms I’ve seen. The service is exceptional. The pacing of the tea service was perfect. Both savory and sweet trays were provided. The food quality was a bit hot and miss (e.g. the bread in the beef round sandwich was a bit stale and the salmon cucumber sandwich seemed to have sat out too long before service) but these are nit-picky issues that did not distract from the overall experience. Strongly recommend.
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Eva
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went with my college-age daughter. We were very impressed with the service and quality of the food. We love the decor and ambiance. It is a bit pricey, but overall, we highly recommend it.
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Mikell VIP
Washington DC17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Mad Hatter tea was some of the best decor I have seen for an afternoon tea. The overall ambiance is incredible Great Gatsby glamour and vintage appeal. Tea was good and food was delicious. Scones should have been warm though.
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Amy
Cleveland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience for afternoon tea! Vibes are 10/10, tea was awesome, and the service was great. Highly recommend for a girls day.
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Krislyn
Raleigh3 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was a great experience for our bachelorette trip!
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Vicki
Columbus1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and truly gourmet food. Wonderful experience
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Jordan
Unspecified4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience. This was on my wife's list during our anniversary trip. I wasn't going to say no. She said would easily come back again, without hesitation. Every moment brought a smile to her face. 10/10 - will recommend. It is expensive though, but I still think it is worth the experience. I'd go again myself. For the guys: Tea was good, add sugar and cream if not, repeat until you enjoy it. Bite sized food (hors d'oeuvres) arrives shortly after tea, it's actually pretty good. Use the tiny fork to eat it slowly. When food is done, you can try different tea. Do this, it let's your partner try something else as well. After 2nd tea comes 3 tiered plate of mini deserts. We took turns picking out which desert to eat next together. Also, I was the only guy at the time we were there. It was fine. You'll be ok. Have fun
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Julia
St. Louis7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tea at Camellias is always outstanding! Great service incredible ambiance and a wonderful way to spend the afternoon!
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FAQs

Camellias is rated 4.8 stars by 316 OpenTable diners.

Camellias does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.