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Lily’s & Elise
5 (180)
$30 and under
Afternoon Tea
19037 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221
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Lily’s & Elise
5
$30 and under
Afternoon Tea
Ferndale
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 5, 2026
11:00 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Charming
- Great for brunch
- Good for special occasions
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAfternoon Tea, Café, European
- Hours of operationThu, Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–8:00 pm
- Phone number
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- NeighborhoodFerndale
- Parking detailsNone
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Experiences
High Tea Service
$25.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates availableJoin us for High Tea Service at Lily's & Elise Tea House. High Tea includes delectable soup, salad, tea sandwiches, fresh European pastries, and your choice of three tea flavors. The $25 Deposit will be applied toward your final bill.Adult & Child Tea Service (One Person)
$25.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 8 people
Multiple dates availableJoin us for Tea Service at Lily's & Elise Tea House, specialized for the little ones in our lives. This Tea Service is designed for one adult and one child and is priced per person. It includes delectable tea sandwiches for kids like grilled cheese and cookie butter and jelly, traditional tea sandwiches for adults, fresh European pastries, and your choice of two tea flavors. If you need additional help making a reservation, please feel free to email events@lilysandlelise.com. Note: This Tea Service is priced per person. A selection must be made for each person attending, and please note the number of adults and kids in the notes while placing your reservation. TThe $25 Deposit will be applied toward your final bill.Petite High Tea Service
$25.00 per person
Prepaid
1 - 8 people
Multiple dates availableJoin us for Petite High Tea Service at Lily's & Elise Tea House! Petite High Tea includes two delectable savories, three sweets, soup or salad, and two pots of tea for the table. The $25 Deposit will be applied toward your final bill.
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Detroit’s cutest Valentine’s Day date idea? 💕🌸 Lily’s & Elise Tea House is the definition of soft, cozy, and pink perfection 🎀✨ From the delicate teacups to the dreamy desserts, it feels like you stepped into a love story right on Livernois. Perfect for a girls’ date, a romantic afternoon, or a solo self-love moment 💗🫖 📍19037 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221 Saving this for Valentine’s weekend because this one is too pretty not to experience 💞🌷 #DetroitDateIdeas #ValentinesInDetroit #DetroitFinds313 #TeaTimeInTheD #blackowned
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Loved For
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Overall
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Service
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Ambiance
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Value
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Great for brunch
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Healthy
Detroit
Best Overall
Detroit
Best Service
Detroit
Best Ambiance
Detroit
Best Value
Detroit
Great for brunch
Detroit
Healthy
Review summary
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180 Reviews
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Simona Gold
Detroit3 reviews
5.0Dined on October 17, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Michelle
Unspecified1 review
5.0Dined on October 17, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Des
Detroit3 reviews
5.0Dined on September 20, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Erin
Detroit1 review
5.0Dined on September 19, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kim
Detroit1 review
5.0Dined on September 18, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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tom
Northern MI1 review
5.0Dined on September 10, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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lisa
Detroit1 review
5.0Dined on August 30, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Lena
Detroit1 review
5.0Dined on August 28, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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knytheia
Detroit1 review
5.0Dined on August 16, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Robert
Pittsburgh1 review
5.0Dined on August 7, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAfternoon Tea, Café, European
- Hours of operationThu, Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–8:00 pm
- Phone number
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- NeighborhoodFerndale
- Parking detailsNone
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FAQs
Yes, Lily’s & Elise welcomes families: they offer a kids' menu, guests bring children for birthdays, and parties have used pre‑purchased children's tea options with staff accommodations.
Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing; many guests also choose to dress up a bit for special occasions or photo‑ready tea outings.
The high tea at Lily’s & Elise is often described as substantial, several guests say it felt like a full lunch for two, and reviewers note salads and soups arrive in generous portions.
Lily’s & Elise feels like a charming, French‑style tea house on Livernois, pretty pink decor, a large faux blossom tree centerpiece, soft music and a tranquil, photo‑ready atmosphere perfect for a leisurely afternoon tea.
Sundays are a popular choice for a classic high-tea outing at Lily’s & Elise, while Wednesday or Thursday visits tend to be more peaceful and relaxed.
Lily’s & Elise is at its calmest on weekday mid-mornings or early lunches, guests note peaceful Wednesday/Thursday visits and an 11:00 solo-lunch that felt particularly quiet; expect weekends to be busier.
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Make a reservation
Lily’s & Elise
5
$30 and under
Afternoon Tea
Ferndale
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 5, 2026
11:00 PM
Experiences are available.