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Tam
20th December 2011 2 star 

Although the atmosphere was charming, you were left wanting more. The food, though delicious, was sadly insufficient. The tiered ensemble could benefit from more savoury treats, as opposed to sweet.

The tea itself is wonderful, perhaps the greatest asset.

My greatest qualm is how overpriced this experience is, and the additional charge for special dietary is completely unforgivable. I don’t think persecuting those who are unfortunate enough to have this issue is necessary.

Appreciate the concept, but it failed to be very well executed. All in all,left feeling disappointed and unfufilled. Definitely will not be returning anytime soon.

jackie g.
22nd November 2011 2 star 

Tasty morsels ( and I really mean morsels) with a variety of teas but very overpriced!! A great shame also that if you don’t drink tea you have to pay extra for a different drink as was the case with a friend- rather mean when the high tea costs $25 per person. Left still hungry and won’t be returning at those prices!

Nicola M.
14th November 2011 4 star 

Traditional ‘high tea’ is a light bite (basically finger food) served late afternoon between lunch and dinner, Yes by kiwi portions they are small and its not cheap $25 PP, but you are paying for the experience the ambiance and i personally enjoyed it, perfect idea for birthdays and baby showers!

If you like ‘piling on the food’ type person this is not for you!

Judy
8th October 2011 1 star 

Recently we had an overseas guest and thought we would take her to Martha’s Pantry. Unfortunately it was not the treat we were hoping for. We were all jammed into this small room – where the waitresses could barely movey round the tables. We were lucky if we had five portions of the minutest size, the food did not resemble the photo in advertising.
For this my daughter paid $85.00, I have never felt so embarrassed, fortunately our guest had no idea. On top of that we were told in no uncertain terms by the owner we had to leave by a certain time, having made the reservation three weeks in advance I thought that was very poor.
Unfortunately I am not recommending Martha’s to anyone at all. We have so many delightful cafes in Wellington and the idea of Martha’s is great but ……

Judith B.
29th September 2011 4 star 

In the UK high tea is a substantial meal late in the afternoon. This was not what I consider High Tea BUT it was a very pleasant Afternoon Tea experience.
Reading some of the reviews I see that people were disappointed and I recommend that the owners change the description to Afternoon Tea. Then expectations will be met.
My partner and I had a very pleasant experience. Friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere. It was a good way to while away an hour on a sunny Wellington afternoon.

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