An award-winning tea shop blends charm, comfort, and community one teacup at a time.
Stepping through the doors of the Sugar Mouse Cupcake House feels less like entering a shop and more like pressing into a storybook, where pastel teapots, soft music, and the scent of fresh-baked treats invite visitors to slow down and stay awhile.
Located at 321 S. Second St. in downtown Laramie, Sugar Mouse has built a devoted following by staying true to its motto, “Bringing English charm to downtown Laramie.” The locally loved shop offers far more than sweets and tea; it provides an experience rooted in warmth, imagination, and connection.
Founded as a specialty tea and sweets shop, Sugar Mouse has continued to grow while maintaining its whimsical identity. Customers can browse the store in person or shop online, with options for delivery or in-store pickup. The space itself is filled with thoughtful details, from signature pink-and-black gift wrapping, offered free of charge, to playful décor that makes guests want to explore every corner.
One of the shop’s newest additions is the Tiny Tea Room, a charming space made just for children’s tea parties. Created to host “the most whimsical dreams,” the Tiny Tea Room allows younger guests to enjoy their own magical experience in a setting made just for them. Tea party reservations for both adults and children can be made online or in-store.
Food and drink are at the heart of Sugar Mouse’s appeal. The full English Tea Shoppe menu features a wide range of teas, each selected to pair well with classic teatime offerings. Freshly baked scones and crumpets, made with simple ingredients like flour, butter, and cream, are served alongside spreads that complement their warm, comforting flavors. Guests can also enjoy a rotating soup of the day and the shop’s well-known English stew, a hearty option made with meats, vegetables, and amazing seasonings.
For those with a sweet tooth, Sugar Mouse offers gourmet cupcakes made in-store, as well as a nostalgic candy wall filled with old-fashioned favorites. The shop also carries a large selection of British sweets, biscuits, and traditional teatime treats, many of which are difficult to find elsewhere in Wyoming.
Coffee lovers are equally at home at Sugar Mouse. An espresso machine imported from Florence, Italy, is used to craft cappuccinos, lattes, and espressos with locally sourced H&S coffee beans. The menu also includes flavored hot chocolates and Italian sodas, a customer favorite. The Italian sodas, in particular, provide a refreshing and sweet option, perfect after a long day of classes.
Adding to the playful atmosphere are small details that regulars come to love. Guests can spot hidden mouse figurines throughout the shop in a friendly game of “I Spy,” sip drinks sweetened with real sugar mice, and enjoy soft background music, much of it from the Golden Oldies era, which gives the space a calm and cheerful feel.
Beyond the shop itself, Sugar Mouse also operates a guest house, available for booking as a magical family stay or as a unique setting for tea parties and small gatherings. Like the shop, the guest house reflects the same attention to charm and comfort.
Sugar Mouse’s impact on the Laramie community has not gone unnoticed. The shop has earned Laramie’s Best of the Best: The Official Community Choice Award from the Laramie Boomerang in 2022, 2023, and 2024. It has also received multiple ALLIANCE Awards, including the Shuster Award (2021), Small Business of the Year (2023), and the Cavalli Award (2025).
For many customers, Sugar Mouse is more than a place to eat; it is a place to reconnect. Over the years, it has become a personal refuge for friends meeting to unwind, celebrate, or simply enjoy quiet conversation. Many visitors return again and again for tea parties shared with close friends, moments of stress relief, and the comforting sense of belonging that fills the room. Every visit offers something memorable, from the food and drinks to the kindness of the staff, who consistently make guests feel welcome.
Sugar Mouse is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and is closed on Sundays. For more information or reservations, the shop can be reached at (307) 223-2147 or on their website.
In a busy world that often rushes past small joys, Sugar Mouse stands as a reminder that community, creativity, and care can still be found in the simple act of sharing tea, one pink teapot at a time.
