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Here are the Best Scones in Sydney for a Beautiful Bite
From white chocolate to traditional, these are the places to find the best scones in Sydney.
Divine morsels of light and fluffy goodness layered up with lashings of cream and jam – seriously, is there anything better than a freshly brewed cup of tea with a side of handmade scones?
Whether you are snuggled up in front of a cosy fireplace on a chilly winter‘s afternoon or gathering for a decadent high tea, there is something so soothing about the ritual of scones. Looking to find who is doing it best? Read on for the best scones in Sydney.
Banksia
Few bakeries have earned the cult following of Banksia, and their scones are a big reason why. Baked fresh daily, these golden beauties strike the perfect balance between buttery, light and crumbly and are best enjoyed simply with jam and cream. Whether you’re grabbing one with your morning coffee or settling in for an afternoon pick-me-up, Banksia’s scones are among the best you’ll find in the CBD.
Barangaroo & George Street
Flour and Stone
Packing an impressive amount of flair and flavour for such a petite cafe, Flour and Stone are renowned for their mouth-watering interpretations of the humble scone, including their blueberry scone and buttermilk and date scone.
Sitting behind Cook + Phillip Park, they have made it way too easy to pop in and stock up!
53 Riley Street, Woolloomooloo
The Jade Teahouse at Camellia Gardens
Tucked within the tranquil surrounds of the Camellia Gardens, The Jade Teahouse is a go-to for leisurely mornings and old-fashioned afternoon teas. Their freshly baked scones are served warm with generous dollops of jam and cream, best enjoyed overlooking the picturesque gardens and koi-filled ponds.
Pair a pot of tea with a basket of fluffy scones and settle in for one of Sydney’s most charming tea experiences.
President Ave &, Kareena Rd, Caringbah South NSW 2229
Burnt Orange
Ocean views, handmade scones and a luxurious high tea service – this Mosman café ticks all the right boxes when it comes to sophisticated dining.
While the waterfront views from the wrap-around balcony are impressive, Burnt Orange’s famous handmade scones with jam and cream take the cake.
1109 Middle Head Road, Mosman
The Boathouse
With four locations in Sydney, it’s always time for tea and scones at The Boathouse. Go big or go home is the motto for how they serve scones here.
They offer two ginormous and fluffy scones per serving with a side of fresh strawberries, jam and whipped cream.
Palm Beach, Balmoral, Shelly Beach, Rose Bay
The Tea Cosy
After a traditional English-style tea and scones this weekend? The Tea Cosy’s fluffy handmade treats are some of the best scones in Sydney, coming from an old family recipe and served with a side of handmade gourmet jam and double cream.
And as if that’s not delightful enough, your pot of tea comes with a colourful tea cosy, all served in one of the cosiest spaces in the city.
33 George Street, The Rocks
The Tea Room QVB
Tea and scones don’t get more lavish than at The Tea Room QVB. Gorgeous interiors aside, decadent scones and 35 varieties of tea are how they do it on level three of the QVB.
High tea is their specialty so make sure you book ahead to secure a table and enjoy an afternoon of Devonshire tea and homemade scones.
455 George Street, Sydney
The Grounds
After some of the best scones in Sydney paired with an iconic venue? Check out The Grounds rotating roster of high and afternoon tea events, including tea in the gorgeous Glasshouse.
Always a truly decadent experience for the sweet tooth lovers, guests can dig into their mouthwatering scones alongside other treats like macarons, shortcakes and of course, endless pots of tea. YUM!
Events updated regularly on The Grounds website.
7A/2 Huntley Street, Alexandria
Estate Valcluse House
Situated inside the beautiful Vaucluse House estate, the buttermilk scones here are the stuff of dreams – arguably just as dreamy as the setting itself.
Served up with clotted cream and fruit preserves, relish the peaceful garden views while savouring their delightful high tea spread.
69A Wentworth Road, Vaucluse
Sweet Chick
For some of the best scones in Sydney, make a stop at the Sweet Chick Bakery in Surry Hills. These guys are the masters of a luscious, buttery scone.
While you’re there, enjoy a dose of nostalgia with homemade honey jumbles, jam drops, melting moments and chocolate chip cookies. Be warned, you’ll likely end up walking out with armloads of goodies.
75 Fitzroy Street, Surry Hills
Now you’ve finished feasting your way through the best scones in Sydney, why not keep treating your sweet tooth and check out the best cake shops in Sydney? Or our wrap-up of the best desserts in Sydney, which is equally as tasty.
