Best affordable high tea in Singapore
While our sunny island is home to many drool-worthy high tea spots, I find most of the prices bo hua given that we are being served morsels of food. Hence, this affordable high tea in Singapore list is for people like me who wish to step tai tai, but do not want to spend like one. With most priced under $35++ per person, you definitely get value for money to go with those atas vibes.
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1. Wildseed Cafe
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Tucked away in Seletar Aerospace Park and a few other locations, Wildseed Cafe offers a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Make yourself at home in this charming colonial house, and pamper yourself with their Afternoon Tea Set ($68++ for two). Start off with the Pistachio Madeline, then continue on with their Ham Croquettes before refreshing your palate with bites of their Chestnut Tea Cake. End off your meal sipping a cup of tea or coffee!
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Wildseed Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
2. Violet Oon
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Violet Oon is one of Singapore’s pre-eminent authorities in Peranakan food, so expect to find legit Nyonya kueh in their Singapore High Tea Set ($66++ for two). There are 11 different bites on the platter, including their signature Kuay Pie Tee, so you can definitely stretch your dollar.
Special mention goes to their Kueh Koh Swee, a steamed cake made with pandan and coconut-infused rice and tapioca flour. For those who prefer savoury bites, their Chilli Crab in Crispy Shell delivers a bit of a sweet and spicy kick.
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Violet Oon is not a halal-certified eatery
3. TWG Tea
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TWG Tea is synonymous with atas tea blends, so it’s no surprise that their tea time set menus are just as classy and luxurious. If you’re a tai tai on a budget, their 1837 ($40++) tea set is best suited for you. Pair a cup of tea with your choice of two muffins or scones, served with TWG tea jelly and whipped cream.
For those who prefer a more extensive selection, their Chic ($46++) set for two is a better alternative. This comes with an assortment of sandwiches, sweets, and tea, plus their signature scones or muffins.
Website | Full list of outlets
TWG Tea is not a halal-certified eatery
4. Brunches Cafe
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Exploring Brunches Cafe is akin to a treasure hunt. From the rotary dial phone to the gramophone, you’ll stumble upon a litany of old-school gems at this vintage cafe. The jewel in the crown is this refurbished Mini Cooper, converted into a seating booth; every spot is simply too IG-worthy to pass. However, this spot is highly coveted, so be sure to call in advance to chope!
Once you’re settled in, lean on the leather sofa and tuck into the Brunches High Tea Set ($44.90++ for two). There are only 10 of these sets available each day, housed in an intricate birdcage. This set offers a selection of sweet and savoury treats, including mini burgers, tarts, and cakes, plus a pot of tea. End your afternoon with their Cooling & Inner Strength ($7.50++) tea and enjoy the reinvigorating notes of red dates and dried longan.
Address: 96 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218381
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat 10am to 10pm, Sun 10am to 4pm
Tel: 8685 8488
Website
Brunches Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery
5. JUMBO Seafood ION Orchard
JUMBO Seafood doesn’t only serve crabs and seafood, but has a very affordable Afternoon Tea Set (from $59++) as well that’s exclusive to their ION Orchard outlet. Items rotate every few months, but you’ll always get the Chilli Crab Meat Sauce with Sliced Fried ‘Mantou’ in their set, alongside other seafood-focused savouries. FYI, this is a great one if you’re a fan of more savoury high teas, as there are only two sweets out of the 12 items in the set.
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #04-09, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10:30pm
Tel: 6737 3435
Website
JUMBO Seafood is not a halal-certified eatery
6. Sol & Luna
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The sister restaurant to Sol & Ora is Sol & Luna, located in the tranquil Sky Garden at CapitaSpring, AKA right smack in CBD. 17 floors up from the bustle of the city, you’ll be surprised to find that the High Tea Menu here will set you back just $32++ a person!
Expect a selection of delectable treats here that’ll satisfy both sweet and savoury cravings: Smoked Pulled Duck on sourdough, Mini Wagyu Beef Sliders, Strawberry Lemon Yoghurt Tarts and more.
Address: 88 Market Street, #17-01, CapitaSpring, Singapore 048948
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 10am, 11am to 2:30pm, 6pm to 11pm
Tel: 9295 2182
Website
Sol & Luna is not a halal-certified eatery
7. The Coastal Settlement
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Head to The Coastal Settlement for afternoon tea that’s priced at $19++ per person. You’ll have to bring at least one other person with you, however, because there’s a minimum order of two for this afternoon tea set. Each diner gets a free flow of coffee or tea, as well as local delights such as beef rendang, siew mai, and prawn crackers, alongside assorted cakes and pastries.
Other than the afternoon tea set, The Coastal Settlement also has a selection of snacks, pizzas, and desserts that are available during the high tea hours of 3:30pm to 5:30pm daily. Get Spam Fries ($16++), or Portobello Fries ($16++): deep-fried panko-coated mushrooms dusted with parmesan and served with truffle mayo.
Address: 200 Netheravon Road, Singapore 508529
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 11pm, Sat 8:30am to 11pm, Sun 8:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6475 0200
Website
The Coastal Settlement is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Ms Durian
If you love durian as much as we do, you’ll go gaga for the Sweeter Course tea set at Ms Durian. The Jalan Besar cafe is known for their wide range of dishes that highlight the King of Fruits, and the high tea is no exception. The set is priced at an affordable $42+ for two. There are five items on the menu, including four desserts, and one drink. Each has a different “durian intensity” according to the menu, so it’s recommended that you try them from the least to the most intense. The high tea is available daily from 11pm to 9pm.
Read our Ms Durian review.
Address: 11 Kelantan Road, Singapore 208604
Opening hours: Mon 9am to 5:30pm, Wed-Thurs 9am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 9am to 11pm, Sun 9am to 10pm
Website
Ms Durian is not a halal-certified eatery.
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9. Gyutan-Tan Ngee Ann City
Gyutan-Tan’s sophomore outlet in Ngee Ann City has an exclusive high tea on the menu, with only 10 sets a day available. For $42++, the set, which feeds two, comes with a range of Japanese bites, from mini gyutan sliders to egg and ham sandwiches, daifuku and house-made butter cake. The set is beautifully presented on a wooden tray and has some photogenic desserts to zoom in on, including the once-viral raindrop cake. The set is available daily, from 3pm to 5:30pm.
Read our Gyutan-Tan high tea feature.
Address: 391A Orchard Road, #B2-32, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238873
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 8321 3359
Website
Gyutan-Tan is not a halal-certified eatery.
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10. Atico Lobby Lounge
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Atico Lobby Lounge is more than just a dinnertime destination. In fact, the rooftop lounge has a relatively affordable high tea option, priced at $38++ per person. Each set comes with classics such as Smoked King Salmon with Sourdough and Valrhona Black Forest Tart, as well as interesting bites like the Heirloom Tomato Salsa and Serrano Ham Tartlet. You can top-up $6++ for a glass of prosecco too. The high tea is available daily from 12pm to 6pm, except for the eve of, and on public holidays.
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, Level 56, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 11pm
Tel: 6970 2039
Website
Atico Lobby Lounge is not a halal-certified eatery.
Where to have affordable high tea in Singapore
With these affordable high tea places, you no longer have to fret over where to hang out at with your girlfriends. For more affordable places to dine, check out our list of cheap dim sum in Singapore, as well as halal buffets in Singapore starting from just $7.90.
Featured image adapted from @wildseedsg and @pakupaku.kanata.
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