The Best High Tea Spots in Adelaide
Once reserved for royals and aristocrats, high tea is now a staple in the little black book of treating yourself. What’s there not to like about delicious miniature treats, a cuppa, and a healthy dose of champagne?
In true Adelaide fashion, restaurants and hotels around the city are showing off their foodie flair with the best of local produce. Think delectable seasonal pastries, fluffy bao and all the finger sandwiches your heart desires.
Discover the best high tea experiences in Adelaide below.
InterContinental Adelaide
Enjoy an exceptional high tea in the heard of the city at InterContinental Adelaide’s Riverside Restaurant. The decadent locally inspired menu is updated seasonally and features a range of gourmet sandwiches, hot pastries, freshly baked scones and delicious sweets. Did someone say blood orange cheesecake spheres*? Yes please!
Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm and 2pm. *menu subject to change
Madame Hanoi
Forget the standard scones, Madame Hanoi offers a high tea like no other. Sip away on a pot of Hendricks Gin tea, with a side of culinary masterpieces with a Vietnamese twist. From savoury and spicy to sweet and delicate, expect delicacies like Madame's creamy tres leches and perfectly poached pulled chicken bao* and sail into the weekend on a high note.
Thursdays and Fridays, 12pm to 2:30pm. *menu subject to change.
Mayflower Restaurant and The Den Bistro
Enter a world of indulgence and sophistication over handcrafted sweet and savoury treats with a side of the finest Wedgewood tea or freshly brewed espresso coffee. Champagne is optional but highly encouraged!
Every weekend from 1pm to 2pm. Bookings essential.
The Popeye
Cruise down the River Torrens / Karrawirra Parri and take in the serenity as you dine on finger sandwiches, scones, pastries and petit fours. Pre-order a bottle of something special or indulge in complimentary South Australian sparkling wine and beer.
Garçon Bleu
Indulge in a gourmet high tea with a touch of French flair. Choose from an exquisite array of sweet and savoury treats, designed to share and perfectly paired with loose-leaf teas and coffee. With four distinct packages that allow you to add your choice of drinks to your meal, your afternoons just got elevated to new heights of sophistication.
Every Saturday and Sunday, from 1pm and 1:30pm respectively.
Koomo and Luna10
Enjoy stunning city views from level 10 of Adelaide’s tallest building, while you feast on all manner of sweet and savoury delights from finger sandwiches and mini rolls to scones and macarons. Take in the full restaurant experience at Koomo or relax by the pool at Luna10. Dining with your family? There's a special package for kids aged between 5 and 12, so they can get in on the fun too!
Thursday to Sunday, 12pm to 2:30pm. Book 24 hours ahead for groups of 8 or more.