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Now Serving: Melbourne’s Finest High Tea

It’s time to get classy with the best high tea in Melbourne. - by Rhys McKay
  • 09 Dec 2019
Now Serving: Melbourne’s Finest High Tea

Where’s the best place for high tea in Melbourne? As the food capital of Australia, Melbourne is packed with a ton of great spots that all put their own spin on the time-honoured tradition of ‘high tea’. Here’s our one-stop-guide to finding the best high tea in Melbourne.

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What Is High Tea?

High tea refers to the practice of drinking tea with a platter of food items like cold meats, crackers with butter, salads, pies, or cakes. It’s an English tradition that replaces dinner in some parts of the UK and Ireland, because it usually takes place between 5 and 7 pm.

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For Australians, high tea is a more refined and elaborate way of enjoying afternoon tea. Drinking high tea in Melbourne is an experience that encompasses not just the tea and food, but the environment, service, and overall atmosphere of the establishment. And with the city being the gastronomic centre of Australia, you can expect to find many places that can offer you their own spin on the high tea experience.

So if you’re ready to bring your tea game to new heights, here’s where you can find the best high tea in Melbourne.

The BEST High Tea Spots In Melbourne

Conservatory

Where is it located: Level 1 Crown Towers. 8 Whiteman St Southbank, VIC 3006

Average price range: around $100 AUD per person

Our favourite: Ceylon Afternoon Tea

A spacious tea experience with a breathtaking view of the Yarra.

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Time for a cup of tea and a Smoked Lapsang Souchong Tea Cigar, or perhaps a Blood Orange and Eucalyptus Tea Choux Bun? Experience tea-infused desserts during Afternoon Tea at Conservatory.

Windsor

Where is it located: 111 Spring Street, Melbourne 3000, Victoria, Australia

Average price range: around $100 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Gluten Free Afternoon Tea

One of the best choices if you want to have a traditional 19th century high tea experience.

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Gluten-free Afternoon Tea Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 October Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre * We are delighted to bring our GF Afternoon Tea to the @glutenfreeexpoau! Our Head GF Pastry Chef, Felix Goodwin, is re-creating The Windsor's Afternoon Tea experience at the expo next weekend for a special price of $50. We'll be setting up a lounge area complete with our beautiful three tiered silver stands, silver teapots and crockery for a little break while you browse. * From a champagne & rose macaron to a whisky, chocolate & wattleseed opera cake, lemon s'more tea cake, our ribbon sandwiches, scones with jam & cream and more, this is the perfect chance to experience our GF Afternoon Tea. * Reservations are essential, so please head to www.glutenfreeexpo.com.au to book. Entry tickets to the expo are sold separately. * #hotelwindsor #glutenfreemelbourne #glutenfreeafternoontea #glutenfree #glutenfreeexpomelbourne #glutenfreeexpo2019 #afternoonteamelbourne #afternoontea #highteamelbourne #hightea @glutenfreeexpoau @coeliacaus @gf_desserts

Hopetoun Tea Rooms 

Where is it located: 282 Collins Street, Melbourne

Average price range: around $75 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Bard’s Tempest

A veteran of serving high tea, the ambience of the room is perfect for special occasions like Mother’s day.

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What to have 🤔? 26 Organic Teas to choose from 🤗🍃💖 . . . #food #foodography #cake #hope #melbourne #melbournerestaurant #melbournefood #melbournefoodie #onlyoncollins #tea #tearooms #foodporn #love #dessert #dessertporn #sweet #hightea #delicious #deliciousfood #yummy #foodstagram #tearoom #organictea #organicteas #melbournemoment #melbourneeats #australia #love #hopetountearooms #afternoontea #treats @whatsonmelb @cityofmelbourne @tripadvisor @onlymelbourne @visitvictoriaaustralia @visitmelbourne

Rendezvous Hotel

Where is it located: 328 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

Average price range: around $80 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Lavender Creme Brûlée

A wonderful high tea experience amid a bustling art deco scene.

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Our Tiny Cupcakes, Two-Bite Tartlets and range of Macarons are made for High Tea 💐 On Saturday 16 November, Rendezvous Hotel is putting on a fabulous Spring High Tea. Book now 9250 1888 // Thanks for 📸 Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne 💕⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #hightea #highteamelbourne #teatime #tea #teaparty #teaware #photooftheday #drinktea #teayesyoumaybe #teatuesday #stylegram #grandtea #afternoontea #macaronstagram #tastyfood #giftideas #rendezvoushotel #sweetbynaturecakes ⁠

Park Hyatt 

Where is it located: 7 Hickson Rd, Park Hyatt Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (The Rocks)

Average price range: around $55 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Coquelicot Gourmand

A cheap yet comprehensive high tea experience, divided between sweet and savoury flavours.

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Just another magical winter day. Only in Sydney.

Westin

Where is it located: 205 Collins Street Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Average price range: around $60 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Jing Tea Herbal Infusions

A true blend of intercontinental tastes, mixing modern influences with traditional flavours.

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High Tea with Cheese? Yes please! 🧀⁠ Enjoy three delicious tiers of sweet and savoury treats with cheese as the star ingredient.⁠ Serving until December 31, see link in bio to make a booking.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #westinmelbourne #westin #melbournehotel #melbourne #luxurytravel #luxuryhotel #marriottbonvoy #allegromelbourne #melbournerestaurant #melbournefood #melbournefoodie #melbourneeats #entertainmentbook #marriottasiaFB #marriottbonvoy⁠ #zomatomelb #melbournemoment #foodie #melbourne #luxurytravel #luxuryhotel #marriottbonvoy #highcheese #makerandmonger #cheese⁠

Langham

Where is it located: 1 Southgate Avenue, Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, Australia

Average price range: around $70 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Wedgewood Teas

A comfortable journey through the different kinds of high tea. The calm and relaxed atmosphere make it ideal for catering special events like bridal showers.

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Have you seen the weather forecast? It's just perfect for our new spring and summer cocktails at Aria Lounge. . Inspired by the city's new wave of spirits distillers and the edgy and distinct neighbourhoods of Melbourne, Aria Bar's team of mixologists have developed an innovative collection of cocktails to celebrate spring and summer. By teaming ingredients such as local gins with fresh native ingredients, the result is a curated offering of cocktails that are as fresh-tasting as they are eye-catching. . Basil and Herb Martini Vodka basil, thyme and black pepper infusion with green Chartreuse, dry vermouth, lime cordial served in Martini glass with upside down ice cube with floral garnish . Framboise Martini Raspberry infused gin, Grand Marnier, syrup, fresh lime juice served over ice in a rock glass with orange zest and flowers to garnish . Veuve Clicquot Rich Veuve Clicquot champagne served over ice, with a choice of fruits: raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime, pineapple . $19 per cocktail Details: ariabar.com.au . #celebratetheeveryday #lovinglangham

Sofitel

Where is it located: 25 Collins Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia

Average price range: around $80 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Chocolate Fountain

The dessert-centric Asian buffet makes this a children’s favourite, while the high tea keeps the adults satisfied.

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No, it's not #lego its coloured chocolate blocks that you melt when you purchase our Terracotta Warrior Chocolate Paint Kit for $19.95 at our hotel and at @ngvdesignstore. Test your painting skills at our high tea or at home 🎨 #colourmeback #terracottawarriors

The Tea Room QVB 

Where is it located: Queen Victoria Building, 455 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Average price range: around $50 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Orange Pekoe

Enjoy a European high tea experience delivered in the heart of Melbourne.

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Light, fluffy and buttery...our scones are served warm with clotted cream and strawberry preserve. Devonshire Tea anyone? 😍 #sydneyfood #sydneyfoodie #sydneyfoodies #sydneyhightea #highteasydney #sydneyrestaurants #sydneydining #eatsydney #qvb #qvbsydney #thetearoomqvb

Cafe Blush

Where is it located: Level 2, Emporium Shopping Centre, 287 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Vic 3000 Australia

Average price range: around $50 AUD per person

Our favourite: The Moet & Chandon

An eclectic yet delicious mix of traditional Italian high tea with Japanese influences. A novel experience that all high tea drinkers must try!

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Find joy in the little things, like the perfect cup of matcha latte. @cafe_blush. #cafeblush

Sip And Dine

The next time you’re feeling a little fancy with your afternoon tea, pass through any of the restaurants that we’ve linked above! You’ll never look at tea the same way again.

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