Sitting Pretty: Where to Find the Best High Tea in Perth

If you’re serious about your tea, you’ll know that not all brews are created equal. Like the beverage, a high tea experience should be delightful and delicately balanced, with everything from the surrounding aesthetics to the sweet and savoury pairings selected to make your experience an indulgent affair. And luckily in Perth, we’re absolutely spoiled for choice when it comes to quality high tea destinations.

So, pop on your classiest outfit, gather your girls and make a date at the following establishments for the best high tea in Perth.  

Bites by D

Take a couple of hours out of your day for a leisurely High Tea at Bites by D. An exquisite selection of savoury bites and petite treats pair perfectly with Fiori coffee or your choice of loose-leaf tea. Do you have something to celebrate? BYO Champagne is warmly welcomed, making the occasion even more special.

If you’d prefer to enjoy High Tea in the comfort of your own home, individually packed takeaway High Tea boxes are available from Tuesday to Sunday. Each box is filled with a carefully chosen assortment of four savoury treats and four sweet delights, making it the perfect treat for any day of the week.

147 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn

La Vie Champagne Lounge

High tea? No, High Cheese. La Vie Champagne Lounge indulges guests in a decadent and unique cheesy high tea perfect for any cheese lover. Located inside Crown Perth, this high tea includes cheesy treats of garlic and rosemary camembert baked inside a crunchy cob loaf, melted raclette cheese over roasted potatoes and cured meats and some of the finest cheeses available paired with fruits, quince pastes and more.

Thursday to Sunday, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Crown Perth, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood

Hearth Restaurant & Lounge

Delight in Hearth Restaurant’s Signature Afternoon Tea overlooking the picturesque Elizabeth Quay. Enjoy two courses of savoury and sweets featuring the finest local produce paired with beverages including Seven Seas Tea from Margaret River, Howard Park Petit Jeté and Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage.

With luxe surroundings synonymous with the Ritz Carlton where the restaurant sits, spectacular views and everything from freshly baked scones and strawberry shortcakes to premium coffee and tea, only the best will do at Hearth. 

Monday to Friday, 12:00pm to 3:00pm

Saturday and Sunday, 12:00pm and 3:00pm sittings

Elizabeth Quay, 1 Barrack Street, Perth 

Santini Bar & Grill

This high tea is unlike any other high tea you will experience in our tea-swilling city. Adriano Zumbo has teamed up with Santini Bar & Grill to deliver the ultimate G&Tea experience.

Available Saturday afternoons only, expect sensational savoury treats…but the sweets are what you’re really coming for, right? And Adriano Zumbo sure knows how to do a dessert well. Expect bold flavours to tantalise your tastebuds and pair neatly with the gin that’ll flow as freely as your yapping session with your besties.

Available every Saturday in March, May and June, from 1:00pm

QT Perth, 133 Murray Street, Perth 

Bar Amelie

There’s no tea, but 90 minutes of bottomless bubbles and cocktails with a deliciously indulgent spread of sweet and savoury bites await at Bar Amelie. Think mushroom arancini, open sandwiches, vanilla cupcakes and lemon curd meringue tart. This chic venue perfectly combines timeless elegance with modern style for a sophisticated and welcoming ambience. Ladies of leisure, this one’s for you!

Saturdays and Sundays, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

118 Rokeby Road, Subiaco 

Cape Arid Rooms, State Buildings

Rendezvous here for a seriously fancy afternoon affair. Named after the national park in the State’s south, Cape Arid Rooms within the State Buildings are home to COMO The Treasury’s elegant and traditional high teas. Inspired by West Australian landscape and produce, surround yourself with fine art and indulge in a smoked salmon sandwich and coffee eclairs. Pair it with a glass of sparkling Vermentino from the Perth Hills, or a select array of WA native teas.  

Corner of St George’s Terrace & Barrack Street, Perth 

C Restaurant

Perth’s sky-high revolving C Restaurant puts the high in high tea, complete with 360-degree views of Perth city and the Swan River. Indulge in a selection of decadent petit fours, finger sandwiches, fresh scones and bottomless champagne (if you choose to upgrade from your Classic High Tea package to one of the bottomless packages) as you catch up with girlfriends in style. The best part? This high tea is available seven days a week!

Monday to Friday, bookings between 12:30pm to 2:30pm (tea service finishes at 4:30pm)

Saturday and Sunday, bookings between 1:00pm to 2:00pm (tea service finishes at 4:00pm)

Level 33/44 St Georges Terrace, Perth

The Westin Perth

Retreat to the beautiful surrounds of Haven Lounge at The Westin Perth for a seasonally themed afternoon tea. Settle in with the Signature menu that includes a selection of ever-changing treats, where you can expect crumbly scones with chantilly cream, a selection of bottomless teas – think Assam Breakfast black, Jade Sword green, or whole Chamomile flower herbal – or a glass of Moet or Chandon.     

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00am and 2:30pm sittings

480 Hay Street, Perth 

May Street Larder

This bright and airy East Fremantle locale serves a clever menu of cafe fare, including breakfast, coffee, cocktails… and a magnificent high tea spread. Whether it’s a special occasion or simply catching up with a friend, May Street Larder’s Artisan High Tea is perfect for indulging in an exquisite selection of tea-time delights. 

Enjoy house-made, traditional sweet and savoury treats such as smoked salmon waffles alongside a few non-traditional surprises like a Korean fried chicken slider on an elegant three-tiered stand. Paired with characterful tea infusions, it truly is a cause for celebration! 

Unit 23/155 Canning Highway, East Fremantle

TWR Perth

Crown Towers loves high tea, and its award-winning hotel bar offers a seriously indulgent experience with Hendrick’s Gin Birdcage High Tea at TWR. Overlooking the Swan River, relax on plush lounges beneath rose-gold chandeliers and experience TWR’s unique twist on traditional afternoon tea. Enjoy deliciously sweet desserts including raspberry tartlet with Yuzu gel and a mini mango and pineapple gateaux, with savoury bites to balance the palate. Pair it with a Hendrick’s gin cocktail, flowing tea and coffee to make it a high tea in Perth to remember.

Crown Towers Great Eastern Highway, Burswood

Moore & Moore

Add some North African flair to your next cuppa with Moore & Moore’s Moroccan High Tea. Located in Fremantle, this cafe in the historic West End specialises in beautifully presented Middle Eastern morsels. Indulge with Shakshuka, spiced chickpeas, two sweets and mini pancakes drizzled in berry compote. Served with their homemade Moroccan mint tea, this unique experience is one of our favourites.

Weekdays, 9:30am and 1:30pm sittings

Saturdays, 1:30pm

46 Henry Street, Fremantle  

Lavender Bistro

Feel like experiencing a touch of French flare in the Swan Valley? Escape to Lavender Bistro’s Les Boissons et High Tea for a relaxing afternoon away from the city chaos.  From hot French pastries, gourmet finger sandwiches and baby cakes to lavender maroons served with a selection of black and herbal teas (including lavender), coffee or hot chocolate, we recommend stretchy pants. With doggo-friendly spaces and purple products like lavender scones, ice cream and take-home goodies from La Boutique, what’s not to love?  

6 Cranleigh Street, West Swan 

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