What to Expect

Make it a shower your bride will never forget by celebrating her upcoming nuptials with High Tea GR. Although this longstanding tradition is and always has been a treat for the senses, we must confess that none quite compare to the delights you will find with us.

Ages:


All ages are welcome, however, active participation can usually be expected once our littlest guests reach 4 or 5.

High chairs are available.

Days:

Parties during normal service:

Friday-Sunday

Private Event Rentals:

Tuesday-Sunday; subject to availability

Duration


Standard reservations book your table for 90 minuets with extra time available to purchase for $15 per person per half hour.


Private event rentals reserve the entire dining room for two and a half hours.

Sample Schedule

  • Greet guests as they arrive, the party will be sat when all guests have arrived.

  • Each guest will choose their desired tea service and first pot of tea. Each tea service includes unlimited pots of tea, so don’t be afraid to try something new!

  • Pick a quick, engaging game such as Bridal Bingo or Wedding Mad Libs.

  • Relax and enjoy your house made savories, pastries, and scones!

  • To save time, request that guests bring gifts unwrapped in clear cellophane. The bride can simply show the gifts to the room without wasting time tearing through wrapping paper and bows.

  • Raise a glass to the bride-to-be. Cheers!

2.5 Hour Private Event

  • Guests arrive, drop off gifts, and mingle.

  • Tea services are ordered ahead of time, so guests first pot of choice is all that needs ordering.

  • While guests sip, have them participate in an ongoing low-stakes activity like “Bridal Bingo” or “Date Night Jar”

  • Relax and enjoy your house made savories, pastries, and scones!

  • Gather everyone’s attention for couple quick, fun activities, such as Couples’ Trivia or a He Said, She Said game.

  • The bride opens gifts while guests enjoy dessert, coffee, and tea.

  • Enjoy any specialty desserts and favors.

  • The maid of honor or mother of the bride shares a brief toast. Guests are invited to share favorite memories or marriage advice with the bride.

Standard 90 Minute Reservation

Booking

For parties of 9 or fewer during our normal tea service hours, you can make a reservation here:

For parties of 10+ or private events, please reach out through the form below:

Reserve Through ToastTables

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out with the form below!

  • The tradition of bridal showers dates back to the 16th century when brides who couldn’t afford dowries were ‘showered’ in gifts by relatives and friends, so she may have cash and household items to help her set up her marital home.

    However, these days many brides may already live with their spouse and have all their necessary household items, so the tradition of hosting a bridal shower is more focused on celebrating the upcoming marriage of the bride-to-be.

  • Traditionally bridal showers celebrations were small events, with around ten to twenty guests. The female members of the wedding party, such as the maid of honour, the bridesmaids, and the flower girls would be included, along with the mothers and sisters of the bride and groom. Additional invitations would be sent to close female friends and work colleagues.

    There is a current trend for larger bridal showers celebrations, with every female wedding guest getting an invite. Although this is perfectly acceptable, it is not always necessary. Just because you are inviting someone to the wedding, they shouldn’t expect an invite to the shower, although if you invite someone to the shower they can expect an invite to the wedding.

    The essential guests for a traditional bridal shower are the mothers and sisters of the couple, and these should always be invited to take part in the organisation of the bridal shower.

  • The bridal shower is traditionally the responsibility of the maid of honour, and traditional etiquette suggests that it should not be hosted by a member of the bride’s family. However, things are different in modern society, and anyone can arrange a bridal shower celebration including the bride herself.

    Whilst many brides’ mothers, sisters or friends may host a bridal shower, it is still considered polite for the host to liaise with the maid of honour throughout the planning process too. Read more about planning a bridal shower.

  • For reservation during our normal tea service hours, you can make a reservation here for parties of 9 or fewer.

    For parties of 10+ or private events, please reach out for availability and scheduling.

Where to Find Us

Nestled in the heart of Eastown, between Wolfgang’s and the Eastown Sports Bar. Free parking is available on the east side and back of the building. You can also find paid street parking, free during the weekend, on both sides. The CVS parking lot across the street also usually has ample space.

1522
Wealthy St, Grand Rapids, MI 49506