French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop

08/15/2026

Reservations are available, do t wait until it’s too late. Call us (704) 641-2201
Event starts at 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Tomorrow, Saturday 8/15

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop
- Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 641-2201

08/08/2026

Happy Weekend Lake Norman !

Yes we are open all weekend for your dining pleasure. . .
Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch & Tea Services.
Come join us for a delicious and relaxing meal and treat yourself to something special!

Here’s a look at some of our Chef’s daily specials and menu favorites.
Don’t forget to try our fabulous desserts too !

We are now open on Sundays for brunch - by popular demand, and we are now closed on Monday & Tuesday. Open Wednesday-Sunday.

Reservations are recommended and very much appreciated, please call (704) 641-2201
Walk-ins are also welcomed

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop
- Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031

Open: Wednesday - Sunday
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Bon Appetite!

08/07/2026

Happy National Afternoon Tea Week
August 10th - August 17th

Come join us for a delightful tea time experience in celebration of National Afternoon Tea Week.

We offer a variety of Tea Service options :

* Cream Tea : fresh baked scone with all the trimmings: butter, preserves, curd & clotted cream. Served with a pot of premium loose leaf tea - over 50 varieties available.
Cream Tea available daily.

* Traditional Tea : includes assorted scones with accompaniments. Savory appetizers, choice of (2) tea sandwiches, a tier of petite tea desserts, plus a pot of premium loose leaf tea, or iced tea, coffee or lemonade.

* Queen’s High Tea: includes all of the above (Traditional Tea) plus add a cup of our Soup du Jour - or - a petite garden salad. More of a luncheon meal.

* High Tea Royale: same as the High Tea, with the added of a celebratory flute of sparkling cider or mocktail.
Perfect for celebrating!

Thursdays:
Mini Tea Service
Served on Thursdays: includes a petite slice of Quiche, choice of (1) tea sandwich, a cup of soup du jour - or - a garden salad, and a trio of petite tea desserts. Plus your choice of a pot of our premium loose leaf tea- over 50 different teas available.

Tea services require an advanced reservation (at least 24 hour notice )
Please call: (704) 641-2201

Other services:

Group Parties:
The perfect outing for clubs and groups to gather together and enjoy a tea party. We can accommodate up to 32 guests. Private parties are also available. Reservations are required. Let us help you plan your event.

Catering:
We offer custom catering services for all occasions. Our chef will make your event special.
We offer appetizers, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, tea party foods, dips, cheeseballs, cheese & fruit displays, charcuterie trays, pastries, quiche, casseroles and so much more.
Give us a call to help you plan the perfect menu for your event.

Venue:
Our cafe is available for a small venue - up to 32 guests. Call us to plan your private event.

For more information please contact us: (704) 641-2201

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop - Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031

Open: Wednesday - Sunday
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Frenchmarketcafeandtearoom.com

08/06/2026

Happy Thursday !
It’s mini tea day . . . Enjoy our mini tea with a petite piece of quiche, a tea sandwich, cup of soup or a salad, plus a dessert trio & pot of premium loose leaf tea, coffee or lemonade.

Chef Bob has lots of other great dishes on the menu …
See photos for some of our featured items. And don’t forget dessert !

Today is the perfect day to get out and treat yourself to a delicious meal, we serve breakfast, brunch, lunch all day.

We also serve delightful tea services:
* Traditional Tea
* Queen’s High Tea
* High Tea Royale
By reservation, please call ahead to book your tea time. Such a special
Experience!

NOW OPEN on Sundays for brunch!

Open: Wednesday - Sunday
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Reservations are suggested, please call (704) 641-2201

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop
- Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 641-2201

Bon appetite!

07/30/2026

07/30/2026

Happy Thursday LKN !
It’s a wonderful day to get out and enjoy a delicious meal and a quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and fabulous desserts all day.
And be sure to browse in our gourmet food and gift shop while you’re here.

Have you been to the French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop ?  Did you know we also are a tea room?

Yes, we are, and we offer three different tea services by reservation. Come and enjoy a delightful array of sweet and savory nibbles. Fresh baked scones with all the trimmings, savory pastries, an assortment of traditional tea sandwiches, and don’t forget the desserts.

Tea services will require an advanced reservation, please call us to book your tea party.
Call (704) 641-2201

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop - Tea Room / Catering
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Rd.
Cornelius, NC 28031

Open: Wednesday - Sunday
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Reservations are suggested, please call ahead: (704) 641-2201
Walk-ins are always welcomed!

Bon Appetite!

07/24/2026

Good morning Lake Norman!
Happy Friday . . .
It may look a bit gloomy today, and that means it’s the perfect day to get out and treat yourself to a delicious meal. Don’t let a little drizzle damp in your day.

We are serving up breakfast, brunch, lunch, pastries & desserts, too!

And don’t forget we offer our delightful Tea Services as well. For a tea reservation, please call us :
(704) 641–2201

Here is a little peek at some of our awesome specials for today . . .
Featuring our delicious homemade soups, quiche, sandwiches, salad, salads and desserts. We serve breakfast brunch and lunch all day.

So what are you waiting for? Come in and join us.! reservations are suggested, please give us a call to book your table:
(704) 641–2201

Bon appétit !

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop - Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031

Open: Wednesday – Sunday
Hours: 10:00 AM. - 2:30 PM

07/19/2026

Good morning . . .
Hungry? How about joining us for a terrific brunch today?

Yes! We are now OPEN on Sundays serving BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & LUNCH & DESSERT . . . It’s the perfect day to get out for a delicious and relaxing meal.

We have some awesome Chef Specials today:
Watermelon Gazpacho Soup
Sandwich de Ratatouille, Mediterranean Quiche, Buttermilk Pancakes, Belgian Waffles, Our Breakfast Casserole, Omelette Florentine, Salade Nicoise and many other delicious dishes!
Take a peek.

We also have Tea Services available by booking your reservation in advance. Call: (704) 641-2201
Enjoy a delightful tea time experience.

Open: Wednesday - Sunday
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Reservations are suggested, please call (704) 641-2201
Walk ins are also welcomed.

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop - Tea Room
Shops on the Green Shopping Ctr.
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 641-2201

Bon Appetite for!

07/17/2026

Good morning Lake Norman!
Happy Friday and you know what that means… the perfect day to get out and enjoy a delicious meal here at the French Market Cafe.

We serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and our delightful tea services.
Every day the chef makes some awesome specials, here’s a look at some of our fan favorites.

Reservations are suggested and greatly appreciated, please call
(704) 641–2201 to book a table.
Walk-ins are also welcome.

Open: Wednesday – Sunday
Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Don’t forget, we are also open on Sundays now for brunch, reservations are recommended.

Reservation tickets are now available for our
August Summer Afternoon Tea Soirée & Tea Time Bingo
Saturday August 15th
3:00 pm - 4:30 PM
Call to book your reservation tickets today. (704) 641–2201.

Have a wonderful day and we hope to see you soon - bon appétit!

French Market Cafe & Gourmet Shop
- Tea Room
 Shops On The green shopping Ctr
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 641–2201