The Library & Bar

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Elegant bar and lounge inside Rosewood Sand Hill at 2825 Sand Hill Road with bespoke seasonal cocktails, fine wines, light bites, wood-burning fireplaces, and a sprawling outdoor terrace open daily for lunch and dinner.

The Library at Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park offers a polished setting for slowing down over afternoon tea. The hotel's collaboration with Flamingo Estate pairs a considered tea selection with savory bites and house-made pastries. We like the sense of occasion and the way the service encourages conversation rather than a hurried meal. Seasonal tea menus bring together sandwiches, scones, and small desserts, with flavors that reflect California ingredients and the changing time of year. Champagne options can make the occasion more celebratory. The Library also serves as a setting for private gatherings, adding to its intimate lounge character. Because the tea service and menus are seasonal, checking the current offering before reserving is the best way to plan this Menlo Park outing.