Lily's & Elise Tea House in Detroit, MI

Lily's & Elise Tea House

4.5(313)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 313 reviews (Google rating)Coffee Shop Avenue of FashionOpen now · closes 8:00 PM
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About Lily's & Elise Tea House

Lily's & Elise Tea House is on the historic Livernois Avenue of Fashion at 19037 Livernois in Detroit, MI. Listed as a coffee shop, the business describes itself as a tea lounge, with European-style afternoon tea and high tea as central offerings. The menu also includes mocktails, fresh pastries and small plates. Tea is a noted feature in its business listing, which records a Google rating of 4.5 from 313 reviews.

Reservations are strongly encouraged Friday through Sunday, when the tea house says it is often at capacity and cannot guarantee space for walk-ins. Dine-in, takeout, delivery and curbside pickup are listed service options. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Known for

  • European-style afternoon tea and high tea
  • Mocktails, fresh pastries and small plates
  • Historic Livernois Avenue of Fashion location
  • Free lot and street parking
  • Dine-in, takeout, delivery and curbside pickup

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • Had a very Great time. Staff and cooks did great job.

    Shieda Rahaman, September 14, 2026 · google

  • I had such a great experience here! My sister had her baby shower here and we truly have no regrets at all 🌸🩷 The food was amazing, the staff was so friendly, and the whole environment was so cutesy and dreamy! The French toast was ho…

    miranda karcho, September 10, 2026 · google

  • Do they have a number or a way to contact because the number listed is out of service

    MIRACLE P., September 4, 2026 · google

  • This was my first ever experience at a tea house and 👏🏽 they 👏🏽 delivered 👏🏽. Joy was our guide through the beautiful and complex world that is teas, sandwiches, and beverages. She was funny, super knowledgeable, and incredibly pa…

    A V, August 31, 2026 · google

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