Disney Cruise Line Tea Time Menu and Prices
While most Disney Cruise Line guests focus on the main dining rooms, character dining experiences, and specialty restaurants, some ships offer a quieter and more elegant option: Afternoon Tea.
I recently came across the Tea Time menu shown on this page. Available from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, this experience features premium TWG teas, finger sandwiches, pastries, macarons, and freshly baked scones in a relaxed setting that feels very different from the rest of the ship.
If you’re looking for a peaceful break between lunch and dinner, Disney Cruise Line’s Tea Time may be worth considering.
What Is Disney Cruise Line Tea Time?
Tea Time is a specialty dining experience that combines premium teas with traditional afternoon tea favorites.
Unlike the complimentary food available throughout the ship, Tea Time carries an additional charge and is designed as a more refined experience. Guests can enjoy carefully prepared finger sandwiches, pastries, macarons, and specialty teas while relaxing in a quieter atmosphere.
The menu shown here features teas from TWG Tea, a luxury tea brand known for its extensive selection of blends and premium ingredients.
Disney Cruise Line Tea Time Prices
According to the menu, guests can choose between two set menus.
Chic Tea Set – $36
Includes:
- Choice of hot or iced tea
- Assortment of finger sandwiches
- Choice of six TWG Tea macarons, two freshly baked scones with tea jelly and whipped cream, or a pastry selection
Finger sandwiches include:
- Fried mantou with chilled chili crab
- Salmon rillette mini club sandwich
- Brioche with chicken and celery relish
- Toasted sandwich with roasted portobello mushroom and white truffle béchamel
Parisian Tea Set – $71
Designed for two guests.
Includes:
- Choice of two hot or iced teas
- Expanded assortment of finger sandwiches
- Choice of Truffle Croque or Croque Salmon
- Choice of pastries, scones, or TWG macarons
The Parisian set offers a larger selection and is intended as a shared experience.
Is Disney Cruise Line Tea Time Worth It?
The answer depends on what you’re looking for.
If your goal is simply to get full, Tea Time probably isn’t the best value onboard. Disney cruises already include a tremendous amount of complimentary food throughout the day.
However, Tea Time isn’t really about the quantity of food.
It’s about slowing down.
The experience is geared toward guests who enjoy:
- Premium teas
- Afternoon tea traditions
- Small bites and pastries
- Relaxing environments
- A break from the crowds
For tea enthusiasts, the opportunity to sample TWG teas while enjoying freshly prepared sandwiches and desserts can be one of the more unique culinary experiences available onboard.
How Does Tea Time Compare to Other Disney Dining Options?
- Tea Time occupies a very different niche than Disney’s other dining venues.
- The main dining rooms focus on full multi-course meals.
- Quick-service locations focus on convenience.
- Specialty restaurants focus on elevated dining.
- Tea Time falls somewhere in between.
It isn’t intended to replace lunch or dinner. Instead, it functions as a mid-afternoon experience that combines light food, desserts, and premium beverages.
Think of it as an afternoon treat rather than a meal.
My Thoughts
Personally, I think Tea Time appeals to a very specific type of cruiser.
If you’re someone who loves tea, pastries, and quiet moments, this could be a surprisingly enjoyable part of your cruise. The combination of finger sandwiches, scones, macarons, and premium teas feels much more sophisticated than many guests expect to find onboard.
On the other hand, families focused on maximizing activities, character experiences, and entertainment may not find enough value here to justify the extra charge.
For me, Tea Time falls into the same category as many specialty experiences on Disney Cruise Line.
It’s not something every guest needs to do, but it’s the kind of hidden experience that can become a memorable part of a cruise for the right traveler.
Tea Time Menu Highlights
Some of the most interesting items from the menu include:
- Chilled chili crab fried mantou
- Salmon rillette mini club sandwich
- Truffle Croque
- Croque Salmon
- TWG Tea macarons
- Freshly baked scones with tea jelly
- Premium TWG teas
These offerings help separate Tea Time from the standard complimentary food available elsewhere on the ship.
