High tea isn’t just a meal - it’s an experience. Whether you're after a refined celebration, a cheeky twist on tradition or an afternoon in vintage tranquillity, there's a high tea spot that caters to your mood. From the rolling hills of Gippsland to the chic streets of Canberra and the leafy fringes of Sydney, these standout venues serve elegance on a tiered platter. Get ready to loosen your belt buckle and lift your pinky.
Harvest Restaurant – Windsor, NSW
Tucked inside the serene grounds of Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley, Harvest Restaurant is an elegant high tea destination for those seeking refined romance and seasonal sophistication. Set against beautifully landscaped gardens in Windsor, this French provincial-inspired restaurant glows with an intimate charm that's perfect for special occasions or simply celebrating the everyday. Operating just two nights a week for dinner, the daytime high tea experience feels exclusive and highly curated - enhanced by the calm, sun-soaked surrounds.
When it comes to indulgence, Harvest doesn’t hold back. The high tea experience begins with sparkling wine and progresses through a parade of sweet and savoury delights. Guests can expect everything from feather-light finger sandwiches to freshly baked scones with jam and cream, all crafted under the watchful eye of an award-winning Chef. It’s an occasion worth dressing up for - and one you’ll want to linger over long into the afternoon.
Make your reservation today and sip your way through a garden-view afternoon.
For something with a little more mischief and magic, White Rabbit in Canberra’s CBD brings high tea into the realm of fantasy. Hidden in plain sight on Northbourne Avenue, this moody cocktail lounge lures guests with hanging greenery, dim lighting and a vibe straight out of Wonderland. Don’t let the dreamlike decor fool you - this is a place that takes indulgence seriously, especially during the cheekily named Tipsy Tea sessions each weekend.
Served every Saturday and Sunday, Tipsy Tea is a playful and boozy take on high tea featuring two cocktails or a flute of French Champagne alongside a generous spread of savoury bites and decadent desserts. Think charcuterie boards, mini cakes, gourmet tarts and even boozy ice cream (yes, really). It's high tea for grown-ups who never lost their curiosity and who know that a proper afternoon delight should come with a buzz.
Secure your spot now and follow Alice down the rabbit hole.
Kefi & Cake – Mount Hawthorn, WA
Sometimes, the best high tea is the one that feels like home but with just enough glam to make it special. Enter Kefi & Cake, the heartwarming café in Mount Hawthorn that’s wrapped in a coat of bright pink and filled with the aromas of freshly baked pastries. Located on bustling Scarborough Beach Road, this spot is hard to miss and even harder to forget once you’ve tasted the decadent, handmade offerings.
High tea at Kefi & Cake blends traditional favourites like scones and jam with Mediterranean flair and comfort-food creativity. Mac and cheese bites, salmon puff tarts and vibrant salads dotted with pomegranate seeds and currants are just the beginning. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, the blueberry and carrot cake with cream cheese mousse or a baklava Basque cheesecake might just be your undoing. Every dish is served with love and plated with polish.
Book now to experience the warmest high tea in the West.
Avonleigh Farm Fine Food – Tarwin Lower, Vic
If your idea of high tea involves bone china, vintage charm and views over rolling green hills, Avonleigh Farm Fine Food is your countryside sanctuary. Nestled in Tarwin Lower, this South Gippsland gem channels an old-world atmosphere that’s as restorative as it is refined. Inside, you’ll find delicate crystalware, softly playing classical music and Chef-owner Jayne Scott’s unwavering attention to detail. It’s the sort of place where time slows and indulgence feels deeply personal.
High tea here is a four-course affair that starts with a celebratory pour of Champagne or punch, followed by generous rounds of savouries, freshly baked scones and fruit-laden tartlets. The final course - an extravagant ‘treat’ tier - showcases morsels like éclairs, mousse cups and baked cheesecake, served on silver-tiered stands with your choice of tea or coffee. It’s the kind of ritual that leaves you full in both body and spirit.
Reserve your rural retreat today and let Avonleigh redefine decadence.
High tea may have its roots in British tradition, but these venues prove it’s alive and evolving with fresh local flair. Whether you lean toward candlelit elegance, cocktail-fuelled fun or rustic charm, the perfect high tea experience is just a booking away. So, gather your crew, dust off your best frock and let the afternoon unfold - one teacup at a time.
