Perfect for showers, birthdays and tea parties, Tal-y-Tara offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that is ideal for intimate private events. Delivery and off-site catering is also available. We can provide personalized floral arrangements, table centerpieces or balloons upon request for an extra fee. In addition to the menu options listed below, we are happy to work with you and customize a menu that fits your individual needs and budget. Guests are free to bring their own wine or champagne for us to pour. We do not ask for a corkage fee. For reservations, please call 415-751-9275.
Level I
$18 per person*
- Unlimited tea
- Phil’s Bisconi
- Platter of Motorloaf sandwiches
- Platter of Sarah’s mini-scones and/or crumpets served with authentic English Devonshire Cream and a variety of jams
Level II
$21 per person*
- Unlimited tea
- Phil’s Bisconi
- Choice of salad: Fruit Medley, Wedge Salad with bleu cheese and bacon or Mixed Greens
- Platter of Motorloaf sandwiches
- Platter of Sarah’s mini-scones and/or crumpets served with authentic English Devonshire Cream and a variety of jams
Level III
$24 per person*
- Unlimited tea
- Phil’s Bisconi
- Choice of salad: Fruit Medley, Wedge Salad with bleu cheese and bacon or Mixed Greens
- Platter of Motorloaf sandwiches
- Platter of Sarah’s mini-scones and/or crumpets served with authentic English Devonshire Cream and a variety of jams
- Choice of dessert: English Trifle,Layered pound cake with strawberries, custard and sherry topped with whipped cream or Petit Fours (upon availability)
Motorloaf Tea Sandwiches
Tea sandwich varieties include:
- Cream cheese and cucumber
- Egg salad with capers
- Cheddar cheese and chutney
- Black forest ham with mustard
- Smoked turkey with watercress
- Lox with cream cheese and capers
Scone Flavors
- Lemon Zest
- Blueberry
- Toasted Almond
- Ghirardelli Chocolate Chip with Blood Orange Infusion
- Cranberry and Nutmeg
- Black Currant with Vanilla Infusion
*Additional Fees
- Delivery Fee: $25 for delivery within San Francisco
- Catering Fee: $100 for delivery and personal off-site wait service
- Cancellation Fee: $25 if cancelled less than 24 hours in advance
- Gratuity: 18% gratuity required
- Corkage Fee or Cake Cutting Fee: None
- Room Fee: Monday – Saturday: $100 for parties of 12 people or more. Sunday: no extra charge
Reservation/Cancellation Policy
- No deposit is required for parties. However, we do ask that you provide a credit card number in order to hold yourreservation. We will not charge your credit card until after your party.
- We ask that you kindly provide us with the final head count at least 24 hours before the party.
- There is a $25 cancellation fee for parties cancelled less than 24 hours in advance.
