TLDR
Authentic British tearoom vibes w/ a massive tea selection & comfort food faves. Cozy & quaint escape.
Caveats
The restaurant is noted to be quite small in physical space.
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
Top Reddit Posts About TEA & SYMPATHY
This comment suggests Tea and Sympathy for a British tea experience, noting that while it's a good option, the staff can sometimes have a peculiar attitude.
Welsh rarebit and a pot of Rosie Lee blend tea are recommended as a comforting snack option for a hypothetical 'day of last meals' in NYC.
A Reddit user notes that Tea and Sympathy is a very small establishment.
A brief positive mention of the restaurant in relation to a 'Pride and Prejudice' screening.
Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: Where Would You Go As Your Last Meal In Nyc
"For a snack as part of a hypothetical 'day of last meals,' the commenter suggests a pot of Rosie Lee blend tea and Welsh rarebit from Tea & Sympathy."
PositiveApr 21, 2026View Comment →
From post: Whats The Smallest Physical Space Restaurant
"Tea and Sympathy is mentioned as being a pretty tiny restaurant."
NeutralJul 14, 2025View Comment →