The Proper Shoppe

38 Washington St, Newburyport MA 01950
$$$ English

Reservations

Business Info

  • Address: 38 Washington St, Newburyport MA 01950
  • Cross Street: On Winter Street next to old Andiamo Restaura
  • Cuisine: Desserts | English | French | Vegan | Vegetarian |
  • Cost: | Moderate
  • Category: Tearoom
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Required
  • Dress Code: Formal
  • Meals Served: Breakfast | Brunch | Lunch |
  • Parking: Street |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Debit |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: (978) 358-8658
  • Features: Outdoor Seating, Prix Fixe Menu, Takeout Available, Wheelchair Access, Tea Service,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Wednesday Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
Thursday Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
Friday Hours 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
Saturday Hours 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
Sunday Hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.89 out of 5 stars based on 57 votes

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 9/10
Value: 7/10
Jun 02, 2026
Wendy D.
The details were a feast for the eyes, everywhere they landed - - the table, the walls, the shelves. The service was extraordinary - - attentive and gracious. The food was delicious and very labor intensive to create. The teas were unusual and made all three of us laugh with delight as we tasted them.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 31, 2026
Elena (SEE NOTES) A.
We had a wonderful time and will be back!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 31, 2026
Deb (SEE NOTES) K.
Absolutely outstanding experience! Each food treat was perfect, the tea was so flavorful and the service was exceptional. This is a gem in Newburyport! We will be returning!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 25, 2026
Stella K.
It was the most amazing time with my niece. Staff was above and beyond generous, kind, and very, very enthusiastic! Definitely somewhere I would like to go again. Portions were perfect and just the ambience and setting was relaxing and calm.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 07, 2026
Mark W.
My wife and I had a wonderful time enjoying afternoon tea at the Proper Shoppe. The shop was beautifully decorated creating a seasonal ambiance that changes each month adding an additional festive flair to the experience. The staff was a delight, providing warm and attentive service through out our stay. Then there was the food, creative and carefully crafted offerings paired with a well curated tea list making our afternoon tea as enjoyable as any we were treated to in Great Britain. Thank you for a lovely afternoon.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
May 04, 2026
Ana G.
Beautiful place, amazing food and service! Highly recommend!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Apr 17, 2026
Gail H.
Totally adorable place. Had the Adult Classic High Tea and it was delicious. My green tea was also wonderful. Will definitely go back!

Overall: 10/10
Food: 10/10
Service: 9/10
Ambience: 8/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 27, 2026
Bethany T.
Every detail was AMAZING!!! The decor, the food, the presentation, the service- outstanding! I’ll be back soon! I hope they succeed and expand!