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Discover Melbourne’s Finest High Tea Experiences
Indulge in the art of afternoon tea with Melbourne's finest high tea experiences. From chic hotel lounges to charming house settings, our curated collection highlights the city's most exquisite high tea venues.
Pilgrim Bar
What's unique: More Savoury eats + Gin cocktails
Pilgrim Bar in Melbourne offers a unique twist on traditional high tea with its popular Gin High Tea experience. Nestled along the Yarra River, Pilgrim Bar provides a scenic and cozy setting, ideal for a relaxing afternoon indulgence. The Gin High Tea features an assortment of creative gin cocktails, each paired with gourmet bites that blend both sweet and savory flavors. Guests can savor items such as delicate pastries, finger sandwiches, and handcrafted treats, all thoughtfully curated to complement the botanical notes of gin. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and attentive service, Pilgrim Bar’s Gin High Tea is perfect for those seeking a modern and spirited take on high tea, set against one of Melbourne's most picturesque backdrops​
Location: 15/19 Federation Wharf, Melbourne VIC 3000
Check them out here: https://www.pilgrimbar.com.au/
Mary Eats Cake
What's unique: The Vintage Setting
The elegant, vintage-inspired ambiance at both their Brunswick and Montrose locations adds to the charm, offering a cozy yet sophisticated setting for a perfect high tea outing. Mary Eats Cake delivers a high tea experience with a unique twist in Melbourne, combining artisan tea and gourmet pastries crafted by a tea sommelier and French-trained pastry chef duo. With fresh, in-house creations and themed high tea packages—like their Bottomless Brunch High Tea—guests can enjoy a variety of options tailored to different tastes and dietary needs.
Location :
Brunswick Venue- 558 Sydney road, Brunswick
Montrose Venue - 13 Leith Road Montrose
Check them out here: https://www.maryeatscake.com.au/
The Westin Melbourne
What's unique: Elegance with modern luxury
The Westin Melbourne offers a refined high tea experience that pairs classic elegance with modern luxury. Set in the hotel’s sophisticated Lobby Lounge, their high tea menu features a delightful array of sweet and savoury bites crafted with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. The selection often includes freshly baked scones, delicate pastries, gourmet sandwiches, and inventive treats. For an added touch, guests can indulge in sparkling wine or specialty teas curated to complement the flavours. With its stylish ambiance and attentive service, The Westin’s high tea is a perfect choice for a luxurious and relaxing afternoon in the heart of Melbourne.
Location: 205 Collins Street, Melbourne
Check them out here:
https://www.westinmelbournedining.com.au/high-tea
Pan Pacific Melbourne
What's unique: Australian with Southeast Asian flavours
Pan Pacific Melbourne offers a distinctive high tea experience that blends native Australian flavors with Southeast Asian influences. Hosted in the exclusive Pacific Club Lounge, guests can enjoy a three-tiered selection of sweet and savory delights, all while taking in panoramic views of the city skyline. The menu, curated by award-winning Director of Food & Beverage and Culinary Operations, Deepak Mishra, features items such as serrano ham croquettes with truffle aioli, mini lobster rolls with finger lime and Yarra Valley salmon roe, and desserts like coconut and passionfruit parfait with kaffir lime. Complementing these treats is a selection of premium TWG teas and Vittoria coffee, with the option to add a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne for an elevated experience​
Location: 2 Convention Centre Place South Wharf, Melbourne Victoria 3006 Australia
Check them out here:
https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-melbourne/dining/high-tea.html
