It❜s Pinkies up at the Best High Teas in Melbourne

Looking for the best high tea spots in Melbourne for families? We've got you covered with 12 amazing venues that offer everything from traditional scones to themed high teas perfect for kids. 

So get ready to clink teacups and nibble on treats as you and the kids explore Melbourne's finest high tea spots. From historic gems like Collins Coffee House to modern marvels at The Langham, there's something sweet for everyone.

Let's hear three cheers for three tiers of pure magic!

It's Pinkies up at the Best High Teas in Melbourne

1. Mary Eats Cake

 

Mary loves cake, Mary eats cake. Be more like Mary and take the family for high tea at this trendy Brunswick venue.

Described as a “gritty glam tea house” Mary Eats Cake offers a kids high tea with individual sausage rolls, sliders, scones, donuts, fresh fruit skewers, chocolate mousse and a drink of choice. Parents can level up and add free flowing mimosas and Pimms or go for the traditional high tea with bottomless scones. From $45 per child

Location: 558 Sydney Road, Brunswick

2. The Langham Afternoon Tea

 

The Langham is a high tea institution, but their ‘Fantasy Afternoon Tea’ has been designed exclusively for children (12 years and under).

Enjoy the cutest selection of hand-made pastries, cakes, scones, finger sandwiches, fairy bread and more, plus a glass of juice and a hot chocolate. Their freshly baked scones are served with a twist - coming with cream, banana and Nutella spread. Yum!

Check out their website for special themed high teas, often based on the latest kids’ movies. From $48 per child. 

Location: 1 Southgate Avenue Southbank

3. Afternoon Tea at The Windsor

 

Pinkies are definitely up at the Windsor, one of the original high tea destinations in Melbourne with over 140 years of afternoon tea service under their belts.

But there’s nothing stuffy about their Kids High Tea, serving mini chicken pot pies, pizza muffins, ham and cheese toastie fingers and on the sweet side: cupcakes, brownies, petite strawberry éclairs with freeze-dried strawberries and raspberry macarons.

Plus during the school holidays they roll out the chocolate fountain! From $35 per child. 

Location: 111 Spring Street, Melbourne

4. Sofitel Melbourne

 

On weekends you can head to No35 at the Sofitel for a High Tea in the sky and sweeping views across Melbourne’s City and Port Phillip Bay.

Their Afternoon High Tea is traditional, but they often have themed events -such as their famous Mary Poppins high tea.

During winter you can delight the family by indulging in their Chocolate High Tea. This gives you access to their roving French hot chocolate cart with house-made toasted marshmallows, choc-chip scones and freshly-made churros. From $45 per child.

Location: 25 Collins Street, Melbourne

5. Tea Room at the National Gallery of Victoria 

 

The NGV might seem like an unusual choice but their high tea is sure to ignite the senses with its modern interpretation of a classic tradition.

Served in the Tea Room on level one, your Sparkling High Tea stand is bursting with macarons, éclairs, cakes and savouries, all handmade by a team of pastry chefs.

Little art lovers are most definitely welcome to enjoy the Kids High Tea serving up cute sandwiches, pastries, donuts and lamingtons. From $35 per child. 

Location: 180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne

6. Collins Coffee House 

 

For a very British-style high tea, try Collins Coffee House with a side of live Opera (check the website for times). After all, the Opera and high tea go together like jam and cream!

Their kids high tea is arranged with finger sandwiches, scones, tarts and on the sweet tier, expect macarons, cupcakes and layered red velvet cake.

Your fancy little guests can also choose from orange juice, hot chocolate or Limonata. From $45 per child.  

Location: 395 Collins Street, Melbourne

7. The Westin

 

For a high tea that will knock their fancy little socks off, the Westin is the place to visit.

Their Le Petit High Tea is three tiers of beautifully crafted cakes, croquettes, tarts, pasties, superhero-themed cupcakes and ice-cream spiders.

Plus, all children get a Westin teddy bear to take home as a memento of their special day out. From $58 per child. 

Location: 205 Collins St, Melbourne

8. Pan Pacific High Tea

 

For an afternoon tea staring out at the city’s stunning skyline, look no further than the Pan Pacific Hotel. 

Their high tea is served in the Pacific Club Lounge and is an enticing mix of traditional and Singaporean and Southeast Asian flavours - their mini lobster rolls are worth the trip alone. Keep an eye on their website for their exclusive school holiday high teas.

They also do themed birthday experiences for your child’s special day, such as Fairy and Princess, Under the Sea, Abracadabra, and Superheroes. From $39 per child. 

Location: 2 Convention Centre Place South Wharf, Melbourne

9. Hopetoun Tea Rooms

 

For an authentically opulent experience, look no further than the Hopetoun Tea Rooms.

As soon as you step in you’ll be transported back to the Victorian era - after all they have been crafting afternoon teas in their cake shop for over 131 years.

Their exquisite High Tea is served in the luxurious Lady Hopetoun Salon. Expect the traditional scones, petit fours and pastries, but stay for the famous smoked salmon pinwheel sandwiches. From $48 per child. 

Location: Shops 1 & 2 The Block Arcade, Collins St, Melbourne

10. Afternoon Tea at the Ritz Carlton

 

As you’d expect, Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton is next level! Guests are treated to a delicate four-course menu of appetisers, freshly baked scones and sweet and savoury delights.

Up on level 80 of the hotel you’lll look down over the sprawling city as you are served five-star cuisine. Mini dishes such as mud crab tartlet with toasted almond and preserved elderflower, and the braised Macedon Ranges duck pithivier.

This is definitely one for the older kids (over 12 only), so take your tween for an afternoon tea they’ll never forget. $110 per person.

Location: 650 Lonsdale St, Melbourne

11. Strangers Corridor 

 

For high tea with a slice of history, try Strangers Corridor in the grand surroundings of Parliament House.

Don’t be fooled by the name, Strangers will make you feel right at home in their elegant dining room adorned with stained glass windows and chandeliers.

On their finest china they serve tea with scones, pastries, smoked salmon finger sandwiches and their delicious petite lamingtons.

While you’re there you can take a free guided tour and learn about the history of the Parliament of Victoria. High tea is served at 2pm on Thursdays of non-sitting weeks, and costs $85 per person.

Location: Parliament House, Spring Street, East Melbourne

12. Yugen Tea Bar

 

For a high tea with an emphasis on tea, you simply must try Yugen’s afternoon tea,

They make some bold twists on the classic English high tea, such as the mini matcha cheesecakes with pineapple, and the Wagyu pastrami, dill pickles, horseradish and sauerkraut sandwiches.

But of course you’ll still get your scones with jam and cream. To complement this you’ll be presented with a carefully matched tea infusion, brewed and poured at your table. From $45 per child. 

Location: 605 Chapel St at the Capitol Grand, South Yarra

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