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Emma Jane, Houston, TX

Emma Jane

4.1
4.1
43 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
Emma Jane is refined yet relaxed gathering place where friends can enjoy a delightful afternoon tea service along with a wonderful list of wines, champagne, and handcrafted cocktails. Our menu is designed around shared plates, with offerings for breakfast and dinner. Every dish is crafted to be savored together, creating an inviting and social dining experience. Whether you're with us to celebrate or simply unwind, Emma Jane brings a sense of unity to every occasion.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Afternoon Tea, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 9:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (346) 571-6961
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Cross Street
    We are near the corner of W. Clay St. and La Rue St.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Emma Jane Tea Service

    USD 65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    ***All Reservations for Afternoon Tea must be made by 3pm for Next Day Afternoon Tea Service*** Discover the charm of Emma Jane Tea Service, where every detail is designed for a relaxed, welcoming experience. Begin with a complimentary glass of bubbles, then explore a selection of fine loose-leaf teas. Enjoy an assortment of tea sandwiches with both classic and creative flavors, warm scones and biscuits paired with seasonal jams, and a delightful array of petite sweets, It's the perfect way to unwind and savor a memorable experience with friends and family.
    Emma Jane Tea Service photo
  • Emma Jane Christmas Eve Pajama Tea Party

    USD 55.00 - USD 75.00 per person

    24 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for our 1st Annual Christmas Eve Pajama Tea Party! Reservations begins at 10:00am and final seating is at 3:15pm. Due to limited availability, reservations must be made by calling our host at 346-571-6961. $75 Adults (15 and older) $55 Children
    Emma Jane Christmas Eve Pajama Tea Party photo

What 43 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emma Jane is a charming neighborhood restaurant known for "gorgeous food ambience" and a delightful tea experience. Guests rave about the "absolutely fantastic" tea service, with standout Cream Earl Grey. While service needs refinement, the "beautiful ambience and attentive service" create a relaxing retreat. A must-visit for tea lovers!

43 Reviews
  1. SundayBruncher

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    One of the best tea service offerings in Houston, with generous portions that will have you ready for a second pot of tea before you’re done! After trying some of Houston’s higher-end tea spots, I can confidently say the food here is top-notch. That said, the service was lacking—we waited over 10 minutes to see a waiter and rarely saw them afterward for refills or check-ins. I understand it’s the holidays and servers are stretched thin, but the restaurant wasn’t full, which made the delays more noticeable. With more attentive service, this place could easily blow others out of the water. The space could also use some sun shading for comfort during the day. The espresso martini has great flavor but could benefit from a better shake for a proper cream top. Lastly, the parking situation is confusing and nearly non-existent—a heads-up about the limited parking in the rear would be helpful.

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  2. Christina

    VIP

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We were seated near a window that had one of us blinded and two of us sweating. After a few minutes of having to hold us a menu to shield her eyes we asked to be reseated and was told there were no other options. The waiter removed our champagne glasses when there was still about 1/3 of a bottle left. The service otherwise was decent. And the food was ok. Don’t know if we would return since there are better places in Houston.

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  3. Mary

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The tea service was nice but it was so loud that we couldn’t hear each other to have a conversation.

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  4. Debby

    VIP

    Houston

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was good, but the choices were extremely limited. VERY loud! Overpriced food.

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  5. Melanie

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super cute, delicious food, but a bit noisy. Definitely want to go back as the menu changes.

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  6. Kate

    Houston

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Overpriced, mediocre food, inattentive service. Much better options in Houston are Kiran’s and the St. Regis.

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  7. Rick

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We did high tea and had a wonderful time. The service was a little slow the day we were there but the manager offered us an extra glass of champagne and comp’d s few of the teas. The place is beautiful and the high tea and sandwiches and sweets were excellent. Would definitely return.

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  8. Irene

    VIP

    Houston

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was very excited at the opportunity to have high tra at this restaurant but it didn't turn out so good. First I ruined my shoes b/c it had been previously raining, and their concrete steps were under water. First I could access them because there was a car parked right in front of them. Had to step on grass before reaching the side walk and my shoes got covered in mud. I asked for a towel to try to wipe them and it took two requests from two different people to get a towel. She shoes are ruined now. Next surprise. No sugar in sugar bowl. We were told it was filled with sugar cubes. Next one of the cups was cracked and was leaking One of the forks was bent. Finally the sauce to cover bread pudding was Sabayon, but we were told it was eggnog. Very disappointing. Otherwise the place looks nice but disregard to these simple details made it a bad experience. No one really cared about my shoes.

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  9. Michelle

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant is nice. Service was VERY slow. Took 2 hours and 15 mins for the tea service. I prefer a traditional tea menu although this was a Holiday menu so it was fun. Great selection of teas. It was nice to try once.

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  10. Kathleen

    Austin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    My sister and I arrived on time for our 3 pm reservation. We were told we would have a 15 wait for our table. A man who may have been the manager told us that,”…several tables had been seated for 3 hours and are not leaving…” We were asked if we wanted to sit outdoors on the patio as we would be seated sooner. We declined. It was sprinkling heavily. Around 3:30 pm we were seated. There was a lengthy process of explaining the menu (which is printed). We were asked to order tea. We chose chamomile lavender. After about 10 minutes a pot of warm water that had an essence of lavender was brought to the table. Another 15 minutes passed and no food was served. We decided to leave. During our time at the table several servers dropped dishes or cups/ glasses. The staff appeared overwhelmed. I did t see one table of guests eating anything. A table of six women appeared to have completed their tea but continued to occupy a large table (8 people could be seated there) to paint what appeared to be coffee mugs. They were using markers. The restaurant is extremely loud. The staff is unprofessional and management doesn’t know how to manage. Do not attempt to dine at the restaurant. Horrible all the way around.

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Emma Jane is rated 4.1 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Emma Jane

Houston, Houston, TX 77019

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are near the corner of W. Clay St. and La Rue St.
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 9:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Afternoon Tea, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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