| THE LOUNGE AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, BOSTON The well-heeled come here for afternoon tea service (from $20) and nibble on smoked salmon finger sandwiches while sipping any of 11 types of tea and listening to live harp music. (15 Arlington St., 617-912-3355) |
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1369 COFFEE HOUSE This relaxed Cambridge institution attracts locals with its 27 varieties of loose-leaf tea, such as elderflower nectar or hibiscus ($2 for a pot). Pair a mug with a bagel or a shortbread cookie. (1369 Cambridge St., 617-576-1369; 757 Massachusetts Ave., 617-576-4600) |
