The Purple Iris Tea Room — Restaurant in Lake Placid

What a pleasant afternoon. My daughter had come over from West Palm Beach and asked me if we could go and grab a bite to eat here in Lake Placid. I informed her that most of the places were closed because it was almost 2 PM but I had heard of the new tea room in town and asked her if she would like to give it a try. What a pleasant surprise. There were just a few customers inside as they were closing at 3 PM and we were treated to a wonderful lunch. The staff was just incredible and friendly and very informative, as well as engaging. I ordered the special which was a shrimp pasta that came with a broccoli and cheddar cheese soup as well as a nice side salad. My daughter ordered the tea tray assortment and we both opted for a fresh hot pot of tea. The tea was shared and was absolutely delicious, while all of the food was wonderful. We had such a nice afternoon as it rained outside and beat down on the metal roof. we were also treated to a harpist who occasionally picked up his violin and gave us some wonderful songs. He engaged us as well and we had another delightful conversation. Dessert was a homemade cheesecake that was nice and creamy. Very yummy and topped with blueberries. Pricing was in line with a typical tea room, which is a little bit higher than a normal lunch, but this was well worth it for the experience. I hardly recommend this for anyone looking for a nice change of pace in the town of Lake Placid....

My review has nothing to go with food, service, atmosphere etc because I didn't get to go. I called on 05/09 for a reservation for 2 on 05/10 because I was going to take my friend for her birthday on 05/10. We were going early at 11:45. I was told " you don't need a reservation for that time. Just come in " We got purple flowers and made cute hats for the special occasion. We were excited to go only to find out they became fully booked all day and that we couldn't be served. I mentioned calling for a reservation and was told I didn't need one. They didn't seem to care at all. This is NOT a good way to be treated by a restaurant that is very new. I'm so disappointed in them and it ruined the special plans I made for my friend's birthday....

Such a fun restaurant located in charming Lake Placid Florida. The decor is so unique. Collectible tea pots and dishes, unique decorations throughout and beautiful chandeliers add to the ambience of a delightful environment. The food was all hand crafted with love by the restaurant entrepreneur who visits with the guests to allow you to instantly appreciate all the hard work she has invested to provide an overall outstanding customer experience. I had the best ever chicken salad and my friend the excellent loaded baked potato which are pictured. The menu choices are unique recipes, homemade, and yummy from homemade crackers with cream cheese & pepper jelly as an appetizer to a variety of entrees. We definitely...