The Chinese Tea House Café at Marble House - Newport, Rhode Island - Tearooms and Teahouses on Waymarking.com

Debuted in 1914 on the grounds of the opulent Beaux-Arts style Marble House Mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, this once privately owned Chinese Tea House played host to Women's Suffrage events in the early part of the 20th century. Based on the styles and designs of traditional Chinese architecture by architect Richard Morris Hunt for Alva (Vanderbilt) Belmont, construction began in 1913. Hunt went to China to research the project and found inspiration in 12th century Song Dynasty temple buildings with upswept eave ends and guardian animal figures. The building is behind the mansion, at the east end of the property, set above The Cliff Walk and overlooking the ocean.

It is now open to tour visitors and Preservation Society members.

Self-Serve Food & Beverages

The Chinese Tea House Café features a self-serve menu of sandwiches, salads and small bites along with an assortment of snacks and beverages. Indoor and outdoor seating available except when Afternoon Tea is served; then, outdoor seating only. Available to Preservation Society members and Newport Mansions tour ticket holders.

Afternoon Tea & Dining at The Chinese Tea House

Presented by Stoneacre Restaurants. Available weekends starting May 6.

Newport Mansions has partnered with Stoneacre Restaurants to present a unique dining experience at the iconic Chinese Tea House, located on the grounds of Marble House above the historic Cliff Walk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Stoneacre offers brunch and afternoon tea service in the Tea House featuring seasonal ingredients and artisan purveyors. The prix fixe menu includes a tea tower, complete with savories, sweets and tea. A la carte entrees are also available. An experience not to be missed!

Available to Preservation Society members and Newport Mansions tour ticket holders.

Address & Telephone: Marble House Mansion 596 Bellevue Avenue Newport, Rhode Island Hours of Operation: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through May 14, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Open daily starting May 19, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Website: [Web Link]

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