Whether you call it high tea or afternoon tea, there’s no doubt that this midday delight is one of our favourite ways to treat ourselves. If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy tiered stands full of light bites, scones, and tea, read on for our guide to the best high tea in Singapore.
While some of these are pricey, they’re worth the splurge, especially if you’re celebrating a special occasion. However, for more wallet-friendly options, check out our guide to affordable afternoon tea in Singapore.
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Steep yourself in decadence with The Astor Grill’s’ Afternoon Tea Ritual. The plush lounge offers seasonal afternoon tea sets, with their current offering priced at $65++ per person. Diners can expect a tiered tray lined with a medley of sweets and savouries, as well as unlimited servings of freshly brewed coffee and tea. There’s also the option to give yourself a bubbly upgrade, by ordering a glass of prosecco with a top-up of $30++.
Look forward to savoury treats including Laksa Prawn Salad with Mini Brioche and Lamb Satay Roll with Peanut Sauce. On the sweet front, there are the quintessential St. Regis Scone and Gula Melaka Scone, served with jam and clotted cream, alongside the restaurant’s signature pralines. There are also vegetarian and vegan menus for those with dietary requirements!
High tea hours: Mon-Sat 3pm to 5pm, Sun 4pm to 6pm
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The Astor Grill is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Afternoon tea is a storied tradition in Raffles Hotel, one that continues to this very day at The Grand Lobby. The stunning lobby is framed with plush couches where one can enjoy these tiered sets, priced at $98++ a person. Buttery, house-baked raisin scones served with clotted cream and rose petal jam share space with a medley of finger sandwiches sans crust, and a selection of sweet treats. All the petite desserts are made by the hotel’s executive pastry chef as well. To complete the set, diners get a choice between loose-leaf tea or the hotel’s very own custom-blended coffee.
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You can also make your experience here even more special by opting for a glass of bubbly, priced at $33++ for Champagne Brut and $43++ for Champagne Rosé.
High tea hours: Daily 12pm to 5:30pm
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The Grand Lobby is not halal-certified, but they do not use pork nor lard.
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The Tea Lounge at Conrad Singapore Orchard serves up teatime set amidst stately furniture and verdant tropical greenery. Go for their Weekday Afternoon Tea or Weekend High Tea, served from Mondays to Fridays, 3pm to 5pm, as well as weekends, 12pm to 2:15 pm and 3pm to 5:15pm respectively.
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Priced at $52++ per person for weekdays and $72++ per person for weekends, this high tea comes with your choice of Gryphon Tea or Illy Coffee. The feast kicks off with savoury bites in flavours including Lobster and Shrimp Roll, and Smoked Duck and Spring Onion Quiche, followed by signature scones served with passionfruit jam, calamansi curd, and clotted cream.
High tea hours: Mon-Fri 3pm to 5pm, Sat-Sun 12:15pm to 2:15pm, 3pm to 5:15pm
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Tea Lounge is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Jio your food kaki to pinkies up at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court’s Blooms and Bubbles Afternoon Tea. Held at Crossroads Bar from 3pm to 6pm daily, the three-tier experience is priced at $118 for two people, and includes a bottle of Prosecco—an excellent deal in our books! It comes with a good mix of sweet and savoury bites, all of which are floral-themed. To start, nibble on the Sakura Salmon Tart with Cream Cheese, then make your way to the sweet treats with options such as Orange Blossom Tart with Fig. Round up the high tea with some quintessential Classic English Scones, accompanied by raspberry cheese and clotted cream.
With its floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious dining area, and a handsome-looking bar to boot, Crossroads Bar is an ideal spot to rest your feet after sightseeing or running errands in town.
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 6pm
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Crossroads Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.
Afternoon tea usually comes with a high price tag, so we were pleasantly surprised after finding out that Princess Terrace has a value-for-money Nonya High Tea at just $14++ per person, with a minimum of two diners required. The hidden gem Peranakan restaurant is located on the ground floor of Copthorne King’s Hotel, a convenient five-minute walk from Havelock MRT Station.
Available every day, from 3pm to 5pm, the high tea comes with handmade Nyonya kueh, assorted sandwiches, mini egg tarts, popiah, and nasi lemak, along with two hot desserts: Homemade Beancurd with Gula Melaka and a surprise Dessert of the Day. To round off the experience, cleanse your palate with some kombucha and pinkies up with a selection of coffee or tea—these drinks are included in the set, too!
Here’s another pro tip: for a limited time, visit in a group of four and pay for three people only. This means the high tea costs just $10.50++ per person—an absolute steal in this economy.
Find out more about Princess Terrace’s Nonya High Tea!
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Princess Terrace is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Discover the Imperial High Tea Set at Sichuan Dou Hua Restaurant‘s Tian Fu Tea Room, perched on the 60th floor of UOB Plaza. The set is well-priced at $48++ per person, and comes with one tea or coffee.
While the menu might change depending on the season, you can expect to sample around nine items. Previously, they’ve served items such as Steamed Siew Mai with Century Egg and Deep-Fried Taro Puff with Fresh Prawn and Cheese. Possible sweet items also include Homemade Fine Beancurd with Bird’s Nest and Steamed Sponge Cake.
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If you’re still peckish, you can order from their a la carte menu.
High tea hours: Daily 2:30pm to 6pm
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Tian Fu Tea Room is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Book a table at Intercontinental Singapore’s The Lobby Lounge to enjoy afternoon tea sets with unique themes, ranging from the seasons to different cultures. On the tea front, there’s a selection of classics such as earl grey and peppermint, as well as exclusive blends starring tea sourced from Sri Lanka.
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The three-tiered stand comes with a selection of seasonal treats spotlighting cream pastries, unlimited ice cream and handcrafted scones. From now till 12 November 2024, indulge in their Flavours of Japan Afternoon Tea, priced at $65++ per person on weekdays and $70++ on weekends. Both options come with a serving of coffee or loose-leaf tea and free-flow ice cream!
High tea hours: Daily 1pm to 3pm, 3:30pm to 5:30pm
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The Lobby Lounge is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Anti:dote is known best for being a cocktail bar, but the lounge also offers seasonal afternoon teas that start at $58++. Typically, a set comes with sandwiches, a medley of sweet entremets, and scones served with lemon butter curd, Devonshire clotted cream, and strawberry marmalade, as well as your choice of tea from their lengthy selection. Many of the teas are from TWG, and range from light, floral brews, to punchier, dark teas.
From now till 30 September 2024, enjoy an Alice in Wonderland-inspired afternoon tea set at $68++ per person. This comes with your choice of two non-alcoholic beverages.
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If you’re bringing the young ones along, you’ll be happy to know that Anti:dote also has a tea set for kids, priced at $35++ each.
High tea hours: Mon-Fri 3pm to 5pm, Sat-Sun 12pm to 2pm, 3pm to 5pm
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Anti:dote is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Hilton Singapore’s Ginger.Lily is all muted elegance, with botanical-inspired interiors, and an equally beautiful four-part high tea selection to match. Dubbed the Nikkei-Inspired Afternoon Tea Experience, the set is priced from $68++ with a minimum of two diners. You can also top up $20++ for a glass of champagne to make things more special. The Japanese-themed high tea comes with a series of bite-sized savoury treats, including Maguro Chu-Toro with Orange-Ponzu Glaze and Wasabi, and Nikkei-style Salmon with Crispy Quinoa, Kyuri, and Yuzu Sauce.
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A selection of scones served with clotted cream, strawberry apple jam, and yuzu chocolate cream follows. Thereafter, tuck into dainty Japanese-inspired sweets spanning Muscat Anise Shortcake to Red Bean Azuki Dorayaki. There are 10 types of premium teas available, curated by Gifel Tea, including non-caffeinated options.
High tea hours: Daily 1pm to 3pm, 3:30pm to 5:30pm
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Ginger.Lily is not a halal-certified eatery.
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TWG Tea has a variety of tea time set menus, ranging from a simple tea and scones duo priced from $20++, to a full-on tiered tea set known as the Parisian ($92++ for two diners). For the latter, diners get an assortment of finger sandwiches with fillings such as crab meat and Boston lobster, served along with a hot croque monsieur with either truffle or salmon. Next, take your pick of muffins or scones, and two patisseries from their roving trolley to complete the deal.
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Your choice of hot or iced tea from TWG’s menu is also part of the package, but do note you’d have to pay a premium for teas priced over $11. Do also note that the tea time menus are only available at their dine-in outlets.
High tea hours: Daily 2pm to 6pm
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TWG Tea is not a halal-certified eatery, but they do not serve pork or lard.
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Dine with poolside views at L’Espresso, Goodwood Park Hotel’s lounge. Teatime is all served buffet style here and is priced at $65++ per adult for weekdays. From Fridays to Sundays, the high tea costs $68++ per person. Pore over a selection of sandwiches, both open-faced and finger-sized, as well as bakes such as stuffed croissants, and classic scones.
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These staples are accompanied by a range of hotel buffet signatures, from croissant sandwiches to chef’s specials such as Wagyu Beef Slider with Foie Gras & Purple Coleslaw, alongside a wide variety of desserts.
High tea hours: Mon-Thurs 2pm to 5:30pm, Fri-Sun 12pm to 2:30pm, 3pm to 5:30pm
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L’espresso is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Few dining locations in Singapore are as stunning as Atlas. Take your bestie there for an afternoon tea treat and be awed by the stunning art deco decor of the space, anchored by a tower of gin. The menu is often on rotation, but you do get a mix of both sweet and savoury treats with a strong French inclination, as quiches, tarts, madeleines, and more share space with classic scones.
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Afternoon tea costs $68++ per person, and features a European-influenced array of sweet and savoury bites. Do note that reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance as everything is handmade to order.
High tea hours: Mon-Sat 3pm to 4pm
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Atlas is not a halal-certified eatery.
For afternoon tea with serious views, check out Skai at Swissotel The Stamford. The restaurant is located on the 70th floor of the hotel and boasts stunning panoramic views of the city with its floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Most of the high tea’s menu bears Japanese and Asian influences—think Kueh Pie Tee with Foie Gras Mousse, King Crab with Apple and Wasabi, and Mango Saffron Tart. You can also tuck into freshly baked Vanilla Mix Grain Scones paired with clotted cream and apple confit preserve. For drinks, choose from a range of TWG teas available, or go for a cup of coffee instead. A set is priced at $68++ per adult.
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 5pm
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Skai is not a halal-certified eatery.
Patisserie Woo‘s latest ION Orchard cafe offers a high tea set at $58+ per person, so you can pinkies up with your kaki after shopping in town. Each set comes with a three-tiered stack of sweet and savoury bites, including their house-made scones with clotted cream and a truffle egg mayo sandwich, to name a few.
On the sweets front, enjoy mini desserts such as the Chocolate Salted Caramel Choux, where light choux pastry is filled with decadent chocolate cream and salted caramel. The cafe also serves gelato from $6++, should you wish to indulge in more sweet treats.
High tea hours: Daily 2pm to 5pm
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Patisserie Woo is not a halal-certified eatery.
Transport yourself to Teahouse 1973, a quaint, cosy Malaysian-themed cafe that also serves up afternoon tea sets for two at just $45 nett. The set comprises full-sized slices of cakes baked fresh and in-house daily, a couple of scones, and savoury sandwiches to round off the meal, as well as a pot of fruit tea.
It’s worth noting that only 12 sets are available each day, so head down early to ensure you get your fix.
Read our Teahouse 1973 review.
High tea hours: Wed-Thurs 3pm to 5pm
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Teahouse 1973 is not a halal-certified eatery.
OG cafe The Marmalade Pantry offers afternoon tea across its numerous outlets, but we definitely award bonus points to their Downtown Gallery establishment for vibes. The serene, blue-toned space is dotted with plush lounge seats and verdant, tropical botanicals. Swing by between 3pm to 6pm and enjoy their 25th Year Anniversary Afternoon Tea priced at $78++ for two. Do note that this set is available from now till 7 January 2025.
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For the price, you get a two-tiered stand packed with a variety of savouries and sweets, from Pandan Pulut Hitam Petite Cupcake and Milo Mousse Cake to Truffle Egg Mayo Sandwiches. The meal rounds up with Plain & Raisin Buttermilk Scones paired with clotted cream, house-made berry jam and ginger yuzu marmalade. The set also comes with two pots of Monogram tea.
Check out our The Marmalade Pantry review!
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 6pm
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The Marmalade Pantry is not a halal-certified eatery
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Parisian cafe Angelina has a storied history dating back to 1903. They currently offer a Royal Tea set, which diners can enjoy at $48++ per person or $86++ for two. Either way, one gets a selection of petite French patisseries, such as macarons and a mini version of their famed Mont Blanc. For savouries, there are four items you can dig into, ranging from duck rillettes served atop a crusty baguette and an Alaskan crab cake roll.
Choose between tea or coffee, but we highly recommend topping up $6++ for their Signature Hot Chocolate. Also known as chocolat chaud in France, the drink is rich, molten chocolate thinned ever so slightly with full-cream milk. Please note that this set is not available during festive periods.
High tea hours: Daily 2:30pm to 6pm
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Angelina is not a halal-certified eatery.
Mention JUMBO Seafood and chilli crab is the first thing that comes to mind, but they also serve up a wallet-friendly afternoon tea that’s worth the visit. Exclusively available at ION Orchard, the set is priced at $49++ per person for JUMBO Rewards members or $59++ for non-members.
Their Chilli Crab Meat Sauce with Sliced Fried ‘Mantou’ is a crowd fave, which marries the signature spicy chilli crab sauce with a flaky puff pastry. For sweets, zoom in on the Yam Ice Cream with Roasted Pumpkin Bits.
Read our JUMBO Seafood afternoon tea review.
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 4:45pm
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JUMBO Seafood is not a halal-certified eatery.
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For a tranquil afternoon tea experience, book yourself a table at The Landing Point. The Fullerton Bay Hotel restaurant and bar boasts a 13-metre-long bar as its centrepiece and waterfront views of Marina Bay, as well as live piano music to accompany your teatime.
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Menus are themed but typically marry Asian flavours with Western influences. Their current ‘The Perfect Landing’ Afternoon Tea runs from now till 3 October 2024, and costs $68++ per person. You can also top up for a glass of house wine ($10++), champagne ($20++) or Singapore Sling ($20++). You can look forward to quintessential high tea bites including Classic Cucumber Sandwich, alongside interesting creations such as Norwegian Smoked Trout with Cream Cheese and 34% Cacao White Chocolate. Each set also comes with scones, and two servings of TWG tea or Bacha coffee.
High tea hours: Daily 12pm to 2:30pm, 3:30pm to 6pm
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The Landing Point is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Republic Bar is a highly rated bar at The Ritz Carlton, Millenia Singapore that offers a unique afternoon tea experience and a vibey atmosphere to boot. Taking place daily from 3pm to 5pm, their high tea starts with a refreshing welcome drink, followed by savoury bites such as Wagyu Beef Pastrami, Tarragon Cream Cheese, Carrot Roll, and Truffle Egg Mayonnaise, Smoked Heirloom Tomato, Cucumber, Cheese Sandwich. There are scones on the lineup, too: Raisin Almond Crust Scone and Plain Scone complemented with house-made jam, honey, and clotted cream.
Sweet treats including Pear Brownie with Milk Chocolate Cream round up the experience, along with a selection of Republic Chocolate pralines and cookies. The set costs $65++ per person, though you can top up $20++ for a glass of champagne if you wish!
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 5pm
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Republic Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.
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If you’re running errands in town, make a pit stop and pinkies up at popular Peranakan restaurant Violet Oon‘s ION Orchard outlet. Available daily from 3pm to 5pm, the Singapore High Tea set is well-priced at $66++ for two diners. You get a great variety of sweet and savoury nibbles presented in a three-tiered tingkat-inspired platter, with highlights such as Kuay Pie Tee, Tauhu Goreng, and Chilli Crab Tartlet. For desserts, tuck into the likes of Kueh Ko Swee, alongside four house-made scones: two plain and two gula melaka-infused.
High tea hours: Daily 3pm to 5:30pm
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Violet Oon is not a halal-certified eatery.
La Savoir is an aesthetic restaurant in the heart of Orchard that offers a three-tiered afternoon tea daily from 2:30pm to 5pm. It costs $48++ per person, with the option of topping up $10++ for a glass of bubbly. Start with the savoury tier, which comprises a medley of bite-sized snacks including Smoked Salmon Sandwich, Truffle Mushroom Tart, and Waffle Caviar. Then, move on to the sweets, with highlights such as scones and macarons.
If you’re dining in the day, consider the seats that overlook Orchard Road. Otherwise, the main dining area is equally gorgeous, decked in super-exclusive Hermès tableware and decor!
Read our La Savoir review!
High tea hours: Daily 2:30pm to 5pm
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La Savoir is not a halal-certified eatery.
The Great Mischief has rolled out their new Catalan-inspired afternoon tea set, well-priced at $38.90++ per person. Available on weekdays at 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm, the three-tiered set comes with a mix of sweet and savoury bites, scones, and your choice of coffee, tea, or mocktail.
Tuck into savoury bites such as Croquetas and Tortilla With Garlic Aioli, then follow up with sweets including Spanish Almond Cake and Banoffee Tart. If you’re still feeling peckish, top up $5++ to try their Paella Valenciana, featuring short-grain rice served with well-seasoned chicken chunks.
Make sure you book in advance to snag one of their cosy booth tables that overlook the city!
Check out our coverage of The Great Mischief!
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The Great Mischief is a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re looking for a classic, European high tea experience, look no further than Tablescape Restaurant’s afternoon tea menu. For $88++ per set, enjoy savouries such as Tea Smoked Salmon Sandwich and Filo Pastry with Crabmeat Salad and Avruga Caviar.
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On the sweets tier, expect to find Strawberry Rose Charlotte, Coconut Matcha Cake, and Macarons, among other treats. Have these alongside their selection of scones, which are served with housemade jam, butter, and clotted cream.
High tea hours: Mon-Fri 2.30pm to 5pm, Sat-Sun: 3pm to 5pm
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Tablescape Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Atrium Lounge’s Local-Inspired Afternoon Tea comprises many local dishes and ingredients reimagined into light bites. Highlights from the savoury front include Singapore Chilli Crab Meat in Egg Custard with Mini Bun and Hai Tien Lo’s Salted Egg Yolk Yam Puff, while those with a sweet tooth can also look forward to their Coconut Bandung with Chendol and Mango Pomelo Sablé.
Priced at $68++ per person on weekdays and $78++ on weekends, diners can also choose to top up an additional $20++ for Taittinger Brut Réserve Champagne.
High tea hours: Daily 1pm to 3pm, 4pm to 6pm
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Atrium is not a halal-certified eatery.
Originating from Manhattan, New York, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse has an afternoon tea menu that puts an American spin on the traditionally British pastime. As its name suggests, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse specialises in beef steak, serving only imported USDA beef dry-aged onsite.
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For $88++ per person, sample their signature beef in high tea menu items such as the Aged Beef Crostini, a dish comprising thick-cut beef stacked atop a crispy baguette slice, as well as the Beef & Mustard Toast. Following that, end your meal on a sweet note with American desserts such as New York Cheesecake and Key Lime Tart.
High tea hours: Daily 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is not a halal-certified eatery.
With an ever-changing menu that often comprises themed collabs with other brands, high tea at Sofitel Singapore City Centre’s 1864 is anything but boring. From now till 31 August 2024, the hotel is serving their Desserts are Forever Afternoon Tea, priced at $120++ for two.
Start off with some Truffle Duck Rillettes Croquettes and move to the sweets, which are the highlights. Tuck into Lemon Meringue Eclairs, Pine Nut Tarts, Fruity Macarons and more, then move on to Traditional Scones, paired with clotted cream and strawberry jam.
High tea hours: Daily 2pm to 5pm
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1864 is not a halal-certified eatery.
Here are all the places you can get the best afternoon tea in Singapore. For other special occasion eateries, check out our guide to romantic restaurants.
This post was brought to you by St. Regis Hotel Singapore, Princess Terrace, and Paradox Singapore Merchant Court.
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