Our lobby lounge offers fresh coffee and pastries all week long, making it the perfect spot for a casual catch-up with friends or colleagues. Additionally, it serves as a great location for bridal showers and baby showers, while afternoon tea enlivens the weekends.

HOURS

Café
Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Afternoon Tea
Saturday – Sunday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Reservations recommended for weekend tea service

Self-parking is complimentary for guests; valet parking is available for an additional charge.

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Afternoon Tea
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Afternoon Tea

  • A tiered serving tray holds an assortment of colourful small bites.
  • A tiered serving tray on small wheels holds colourful small bites and is sitting on a table next two two stemmed glasses holding a light-hued liquid, a teapot, and a teacup and saucer.
  • A tiered serving tray on small wheels holds an assortment of colourful small bites. It sits on a tabletop next to a stemmed glass, a teapot, and a teacup and saucer.
  • Two red macarons on a display with other sweets
  • Two strawberry macarons with other desserts on a display

Highlights

  • The Experience
    A Weekend Escape in Palo Alto

    Every Saturday and Sunday, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, [esc] at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley transforms into Bay Area’s destination for Afternoon Tea. Settle into cozy corners, enjoy intimate conversations and indulge in impeccable service while savouring a seasonal tea menu crafted with the finest ingredients.

  • Perfect for Every Occasion
    Celebrate Life’s Special Moments

    From birthdays and baby showers to engagements, graduations, or casual get-togethers with friends, Afternoon Tea at [esc] creates the perfect setting. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a sophisticated gathering, our elegant lounge offers the ideal backdrop for memories worth cherishing.

  • Two red macarons on a display with other sweets
    Seasonal Menus & Signature Teas
    A Culinary Journey Through the Seasons

    Our Afternoon Tea menu changes with the seasons – bringing fresh flavours and artistry to each visit. From spring’s delicate pairings to autumn’s warm and comforting selections, every weekend promises something new. Special editions include Pink Afternoon Tea in October supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a festive holiday menu in November and December.

  • Gourmet Savories & Decadent Sweets
    A Menu to Delight Every Palate

    Indulge in handcrafted savory bites and delicate pastries paired with fine teas. Highlights include lobster and crab rolls, tea sandwiches, chocolate mousse purses, Battenberg cake and our signature scones. Each menu is curated for balance, flavour and artistry.

  • Close-up of hands pressing espresso in machine into small blue mug
    Beyond Afternoon Tea – [esc] Café
    Your Everyday Gathering Spot

    While Afternoon Tea is reserved for weekends, [esc] welcomes guests daily with artisanal pastries, freshly baked treats and barista-crafted coffee – widely regarded as some of the best coffee in Palo Alto. Whether it’s a quick breakfast, casual meeting or a midday recharge, [esc] is the perfect spot to refuel.

  • Atmosphere & Service
    Elegant Surroundings, Impeccable Service

    With intimate seating, cozy nooks and an atmosphere that balances luxury with comfort, [esc] offers the perfect escape from Silicon Valley’s fast pace. Our team’s thoughtful attention ensures every Afternoon Tea is a moment to relax, refresh and connect.

Events

  • Monday – Friday, Until 2:00 PM

    A Cozy Palo Alto Café

    Start your mornings or midday breaks with us at the Four Seasons Palo Alto Café at [esc] lobby lounge, a bright and welcoming spot in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our café offers a relaxing escape with artisanal coffee, premium teas and a selection of freshly baked pastries. Whether you’re meeting with colleagues, catching up with friends or simply enjoying a quiet moment to yourself, we’re here to make your day a little more special. Enjoy handcrafted espresso drinks and specialty teas, buttery croissants, flaky danishes and seasonal pastries, and a calm, stylish space perfect for work or unwinding
  • Saturdays and Sundays

    Afternoon Tea in Palo Alto

    Our café transforms into an elegant tea house, offering one of the most delightful afternoon tea experiences in the San Francisco Bay Area. Indulge in a sophisticated and seasonal Afternoon Tea experience, featuring a selection of bespoke teas, house-made scones with clotted cream and jam, assorted finger sandwiches, and mini cake and sweet treats. Our savoury offerings feature a selection of freshly made tea sandwiches, delicate rolls and flavourful tarts. We also offer vegan and gluten-free options with a 24 hours’ notice. To make your afternoon more memorable, guests may enhance the experience with a glass of champagne.
  • November, Saturdays & Sundays, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | December, Friday – Sunday, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    Holiday Afternoon Tea at [esc]

    Enjoy a festive Afternoon Tea featuring a curated menu of holiday-inspired savouries and sweets by Executive Chef Jacques Swart and Pastry Sous Chef Courtney Persichitte, with highlights such as lobster and crab roll with caviar, potato hashbrown with tuna tartare, red pepper hummus tartlet and sesame cone with coronation tofu, alongside sweet indulgences including a snowman macaron, “Chocolate Purse” mousse, cranberry orange scone, Christmas tree tart and Santa éclair.
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