The Tea Room

About

The Tea Room provides a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere, accompanied by delectable delights, gourmet teas, and friendly service. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling the Tea Room at (905)542-7674.

Story

The Tea Room was established in 1989 in the heart of downtown Streetsville, Ontario. We specialize in light lunches and afternoon tea menus. We are best known for our homemade scones and Irish Soda Bread, and our varieties of tea from around the world. All of our loose-leaf tea is available for purchase in the Tea Shop, as well numerous items available for “take home” for any of your tea needs. Seasonal "high tea" events are held throughout the year. Check out our website for our newsletter of upcoming events!

The Tea Room is located in the heart of Streetsville, within the Robinson-Bray House. Built in 1885 and owned by at least 2 families (the Robinsons and the Brays), it has since been restored and expanded to house a number of independent businesses. In 1983, it was designated as a building of “architectural and contextual value” by the City of Mississauga. This landmark building stands on the corner of Queen Street and Mill Street as a constant and elegant reminder of yesteryear.

After over 22 years of operation, it’s hard to even imagine the Robinson-Bray House without the Tea Room. That’s exactly what Rhonda Turner was hoping for when she opened the Tea Room’s doors in 1989. Since then, Rhonda has retired as have subsequent owners/operators Bernie McClennan and Marg Heringer. Today, the Tea Room is owned and operated by Melanie Howsam.

Melanie’s own history with the Tea Room is quite extensive as well. She was introduced to the Tea Room as a high school student in the 1990s and immediately felt at home. After completing high school, Melanie trained in the Culinary Arts programs at George Brown College. From there, she focused her efforts more particularly in the pastry field, serving as Pastry Chef at such establishments as Scaramouche, Rahier Patisserie and Lemon Meringue restaurant before “coming home” to the Tea Room. Melanie partnered with then-owner Marg Heringer in 2009 until Marg’s retirement, taking full reigns of the Tea Room in November 2010.