The Best High Tea Spots In Singapore: Local Flavours, Good Views And More

Sometimes there’s no greater luxury than spending an entire afternoon idling over good food in good company. Enter: high tea, a tradition of serving a selection of sweet and savoury finger food to complement a cup of tea. While finger sandwiches, madeleines and the like are common, crowd-favourite high tea places in Singapore have also taken it to new heights by incorporating local dishes and whimsical touches in their menus.

Below, our selection of the places with the best high tea in Singapore, according to the vibe you and your crew are on the hunt for. 

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For Those Who Like A Touch Of Whimsy

A Symphony of Origins: Terroir and Bloom at Ginger.Lily

The vibe: An upscale, airy respite on Orchard Road.

We all love a good story, but Hilton Singapore Orchard’s Ginger.Lily brings it to a whole new level by adding a culinary edge. Escape into A Symphony of Origins: Terrior and Bloom, a storybook-inspired afternoon tea set helmed by Hilton’s executive sous chef Cindy Khoo and Michelin-starred chef Adrien Descouls. 

Each of the three courses represents a part of a story. It commences with an oyster covered in vin jaune (yellow wine) foam, then a Shepherd’s Broth with black truffle shavings, followed by a beef tartare seasoned with spiced tea and roasted artichoke sabayon, a thick, egg yolk-based sauce.

Served on a book-shaped shelf is the heart of Ginger.Lily’s new set: a savoury selection that can be enjoyed in any order. We suggest starting with the pink radish tarte as a palate refresher before diving into others such as the cold-smoked trout—a thick cut of house-smoked trout sandwiched between toast and cheese—a standout dish in our books alongside the hen’s egg with caviar, made with dashi and vodka mousse.

For those with a sweet tooth, look forward to a shelf that pulls open to reveal rows of expertly crafted desserts. Chef Khoo, who has a background as a pastry chef, recommends beginning with the avocado and lemon tart, before digging into others such as the hojicha honey madeleines, Hokkaido potato churros with kumquat cream, macarons with tea-infused ganache and more.

At Ginger.Lily, tea—courtesy of local tea company Pryce—is not just something to complement scones; it’s basically a course in itself. The star of the show is of course the namesake Pink Ginger.Lily, which blends the floral Alishan Oolong with torch ginger and rosemary to create a unique aroma. P.S. Guests will also get to take home a package of Pink Ginger.Lily tea.

Ginger.Lily is not halal-certified.

A Symphony of Origins: Terroir and Bloom runs from 1pm to 3pm and 3.30pm to 5.30pm at Ginger.Lily, level 5, Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Road. The set is priced at $78++ per person, a minimum of two diners is required. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea at SKAI

The vibe: Storybook charm meets cloud-grazing views.

SKAI’s Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea is what cottagecore dreams are made of. Inspired by the beloved tale of Peter Rabbit and the rustic charm of Mr McGregor’s garden, this limited-time set blends childhood memories with elevated patisserie; all against the backdrop of sweeping skyline views. With garden-themed sweets, storybook-inspired plating and just the right amount of whimsy, you will be transported straight into a Beatrix Potter illustration. 

Start with savouries like Mr McGregor’s Garden Sandwich with miso beef brisket, a smoked salmon canapé dubbed Fisherman’s Haven, and the Coronation Chicken Picnic Pie. The foie gras and apple tartlet, fittingly named The Forbidden Orchard, is rich and decadent, while The Woodland Hideaway with wild mushroom mousse and sherry vinegar offers a contrasting earthy flavour.

For a sweet treat, Flopsy’s Berry Basket arrives as a waffle cup filled with blueberries, Peter’s Garden Pot offers gelato served with chocolate soil, and the Toadstool Cheesecake acts as the perfect finishing touch. This dining experience won’t just be a treat for your tastebuds, but a whimsical journey for your inner child too. 

SKAI is not halal-certified.

Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea runs from now to 31 July, 12.15pm to 5.30pm at SKAI, #70-02, Swissôtel The Stamford Singapore, 2 Stamford Road. The set is priced at $68++ per person. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Botanical Afternoon Tea at Portman’s Bar

The vibe: A cathedral of curves and sunlight, where towering latticed arches meet lush greenery.

Portman’s Bar’s Botanical Afternoon Tea takes cues from the hotel’s own urban farm, folding herbs, flowers and vegetables into every bite. The spread is playful and unexpected: seafood crepes topped with passionfruit marigold, crab salad cones with bush cress, and glazed eel layered with tobiko mayo and tempura lemon borage leaf.

Desserts bring in a touch of theatre and indulgent charm, with highlights like the “Urban Farm” chocolate crémeux topped with espresso and edible soil, and a frangipani tart with pistachio almond cream and strawberry compote. But the real showstopper is the tableside gueridon, a warm apple crumble assembled before your eyes and crowned with ice cream and mint. For something a little cheekier, go beyond tea and opt for the seasonal cocktail pairing or the whisky-spiked selection from the bar—a grown-up garden party with a twist.

Portman’s Bar is not halal-certified.

Botanical Afternoon Tea set runs from 13 February to 31 December, 1pm to 5pm at Portman’s Bar, level 4, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, 6 Raffles Boulevard. The set is $68++ per person. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

For Those Who Want A View

Sky High Garden-To-Table Afternoon Tea at 1-Arden

The vibe: A lush, elegant tea experience where nature meets the city.

Ever wanted to sit down for a high tea session with a view that stretches out across the city skyline? 1-Arden’s Sky High Garden-To-Table Afternoon Tea fulfils that very wish—and then some.

Perched atop CapitaSpring, this garden oasis marries fresh, sustainable produce with elegant tea rituals and an artful selection of pastries, savouries and sweets, each infused with botanicals grown just metres away. Think finger sandwiches layered with herbs, warm scones with homemade jam, and intricately crafted petit fours that look almost too pretty to eat.

The Sky High Garden-To-Table Afternoon Tea presents refreshing bites, like lemon aspen tarts and basque cheesecakes. For something more decadent, the spicy tuna maki roll with bright notes of avocado will satisfy your sushi cravings.

1-Arden is not halal-certified.

Sky High Garden-To-Table Afternoon Tea runs from 2.30pm to 4.30pm at 1-Arden, #51-01, CapitaSpring, 88 Market Street. The set is priced at $75++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Royal Tea Set at Angelina

The vibe: A Parisian-inspired cafe surrounded by water within the luxurious Marina Bay Sands.

Founded in 1903 by an Austrian confectioner, Antoine Rumpelmayer, Angelina is a quaint restaurant situated along the artificial river in Marina Bay Sands offering breakfast, pastas, and afternoon tea.

Its Royal Tea Set menu features a mix of savoury and sweet foods like smoked salmon bruschetta and a mini mont-blanc cake, so you can satisfy each of your cravings. To quench your thirst after eating desserts and finger foods, you can choose between Angelina’s signature, well-loved hot chocolate or iced drinks.

Angelina is not halal-certified.

Royal Tea Set runs from 2.30pm to 6pm at Angelina, #B2-89, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave. The set is priced at $86++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

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For Those Who Like Local Flavours

The Heart of SG60 Afternoon Tea at Café Quenino

The vibe: A dreamy glasshouse escape where nature, light, and quiet luxury entwine.

As part of its SG60 celebrations, Café Quenino presents an afternoon tea that is both familiar and elevated; a thoughtful tribute to Singapore’s culinary roots. Created in collaboration with local patisserie Cake Inspiration, the set reimagines local comfort flavours with refined technique and visual finesse. Savoury treats like Otak Prawn Mantou, Nasi Lemak Pie Tee, and a Boston Lobster Roll with makrut lime hollandaise and salmon roe bring our favourite bold local notes into elegant bite-sized form. The Hokkaido Scallop Tart with hae bee hiam and King Salmon Tartare round out the savoury selection with a flourish. 

The sweets selection are equally enticing with the Ondeh Ondeh Mousse and its coconut-gula melaka core, a Five-Spiced Carrot Cake, and Black Sesame Peanut Cake blending nostalgia with flair. Freshly baked scones come with kaya emulsion, mascarpone cream, and preserved mandarin orange marmalade. Guests can choose from Clipper Tea or Bacha Coffee, or opt for a sparkling tea or Champagne pairing to elevate the experience further. Running alongside Artyzen’s six-month SG60 dining series, this afternoon tea is a warm, elegant homage to the taste that defines home.

Café Quenino is not halal-certified.

The Heart of SG60 Afternoon Tea set runs from May to October 2025, 3pm to 5pm at Café Quenino, level 1, Artyzen, 9 Cuscaden Road. The set is priced at $145++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Singapore High Tea at Violet Oon

The vibe: Opulent with chandeliers and walls clad in black.

We couldn’t leave local luminary Violet Oon out of the mix. If fragrant spices like sambal and indulgent sweet treats with coconut call your name, sit for the Singapore High Tea set at its National Gallery outlet. Expect local favourites such as Violet Oon’s signature dry laksa, chili crab in a light, crispy shell, kuay pie tee and coronation chicken on a crisp wonton skin for savoury offerings. 

It wouldn’t be a Nyonya feast without a selection of kuehs starring coconut and other mainstay ingredients of the cuisine. On the list: kueh ko swee—a soft steamed cake made with pandan and coconut—and bandung coconut agar, along with fusion dishes like coconut panna cotta and rum-infused fudge balls.

Violet Oon is not halal-certified.

The Singapore High Tea set runs from 3pm to 5.30pm at Violet Oon, #02–01, National Gallery, 1 St Andrew’s Road. The set is priced at $66++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Memory Lane Afternoon Tea at The Landing Point

The vibe: Colonial charm meets modern elegance, with a front-row seat to one of Singapore’s most iconic views.

The Landing Point at The Fullerton Bay Hotel has perfected the art of afternoon tea, delivering not just gourmet bites but a sense of occasion to go along with it. Set along the promenade with panoramic views of Marina Bay, this spot is a favourite for those who like their high tea sophisticated with a side of old-world charm and live music.

In addition to boasting an abundant spread of savouries and sweets inspired by classic British traditions as well as Singapore’s heritage flavours, its latest menu in celebration of SG60, the Memory Lane Afternoon Tea, serves up creations infused with delightfully familiar Singaporean flavours. Try the savoury chilli crab and nyonya-style curry chicken or taste a coconut calamansi curd, which features coconut chantilly and a vanilla biscuit tart.

The Landing Point is not halal-certified.

Memory Lane Afternoon Tea runs from 14 July to 31 August 2025, 12pm to 2.30pm and 3.30pm to 6pm at The Landing Point, The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay. The set is priced at $120++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Local Favourites Afternoon Tea at Wildseed Café

The vibe: A sun-drenched garden escape.

Perched atop Telok Blangah Hill, Wildseed Café offers a more laidback take on the afternoon tea tradition, but still packs on all the charm. The pet-friendly cafe is housed in a light-filled conservatory surrounded by blooming greenery and makes an ideal escape from the city. The Local Favourites Afternoon Tea set brings together a fun mix of local flavours, drawing inspiration from nostalgic hawker centre staples and beloved heritage sweets. 

Start with the savoury Laksa Prawn Tartlet, Bak Kwa Croissant or Otah Sandwich, before digging into sweets like the Pandan Coconut Swiss Roll, Gula Melaka Madeleines, Cheng Tng Jelly Cups, and a Chrysanthemum Pound cake that is equal parts delicate and fragrant. Wash it all down with your choice of Gryphon Tea, and settle in for an easy afternoon surrounded by flora, fauna, and good company. 

Wildseed Café is not halal-certified.

Let’s Go Local Afternoon Tea set runs from 2pm to 4pm at Wildseed Café, level 1, The Alkaff Mansion, 10 Telok Blangah Green. The set is priced at $58++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Heritage Royale Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge

The vibe: Grand columns, carved ceilings, and a light-filled lounge.

Afternoon tea at The Lobby Lounge is a full-on occasion: high ceilings, plush chairs, and refined bites that feel like they belong on a silver tray in a grand drawing room. The Heritage Royale Afternoon tea is the standout, paying tribute to the hotel’s roots with a luxe spread that blends local favourites with French flair. 

Look out for the Chilli Boston Lobster Roll topped with ikura, beetroot-cured salmon and caviar tartlets, and kaya jam with foie gras and a chilli macaron, all rich, unexpected, and perfectly executed. On the sweet side, you will find the showstopping 24-carat Gold Banana Genoa Cake, a 70% Chocolate Opera Tartlet, and an Ondeh Ondeh Swiss Roll that nails the balance between heritage and indulgence.

Don’t skip the scones either as they are served warm with clotted cream, pandan coconut preserve, and rosewood honey. A flute of Champagne comes with each set, along with your pick of loose-leaf tea or coffee, and free-flow ice cream.

The Lobby Lounge is not halal-certified.

Heritage Royale Afternoon Tea set runs from 1pm to 3.30pm at The Lobby Lounge, InterContinental Singapore, 80 Middle Road. The set is priced at $228++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here. 

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Luscious Seafood Afternoon Teasery at Arteastiq

The vibe: An oasis of calm in the heart of the city.

Arteastiq @ Mandarin Gallery has one goal in mind, and it’s for customers to leave with a satiated tummy.  

Here, indulge in a colourful spread of pastries and teas inspired by Singapore’s rich culinary history. Offering four different high tea menus, Arteastiq offers mouthwatering options for every kind of eater. It’s known for its classic ‘Journey Through Singapore’ teasery, where patrons can enjoy a sumptuous eating experience of local flavours but with a twist: soursop sorbet, ondeh-ondeh mochi balls, and laksa with Boston lobster meat. 

For those looking for something more out of the ordinary, the Luscious Seafood Afternoon Teasery may be the menu you’d want to go for. Expect salmon tartare that simply melts in your mouth as a starter, a savoury main of baked oyster with cheddar cheese and tobiko, and canelé for a sweet dessert. 

Arteastiq @ Mandarin Gallery is not halal-certified.

Luscious Seafood Afternoon Teasery runs from 1pm to 5pm at Arteastiq @ Mandarin Gallery, #04-14/15 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road. The set is priced at $128++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Eden of Orchard Afternoon Tea at Tea Lounge

The vibe: An air of old-school elegance with warm wood tones and plush seating.

The Eden of Orchard Afternoon Tea brings together the elegance of the Riviera and the spirit of Singapore as a garden city, all in a light-filled atrium. Served in three tiers, the set opens with a comforting bowl of Signature Nyonya Laksa, with the spicy coconut broth, prawns, shredded chicken and rice noodles being rich enough to count as a course of its own. 

From there, move on to savouries like Roasted Chicken Salad in Chilli Pepper Bun, a vibrant Smoked Duck and Candied Orange Quiche, and Smoked Salmon with avocado and finger lime on fluffy bread. Sweets lean bright and fruit-forward: think Yuzu Cheesecake with redcurrant, Raspberry Peach Tart, and a zingy Lemon and Choux Puff. Don’t skip the cranberry-orange scones served with candied ginger curd, strawberry peppercorn jam, and clotted cream—or the pandan chiffon cake and coconut ice cream that come round on the dessert trolley. 

Tea Lounge is not halal-certified.

Eden of Orchard Afternoon Tea set runs from 12pm to 5pm at Tea Lounge, lobby level, Conrad Singapore Orchard, 1 Cuscaden Road. The set is priced at $54++ per person. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here. 

Afternoon Tea Time at All Things Delicious 

The vibe: A brightly-lit space perfect for brunch with friends.

In the heart of Arab Street, All Things Delicious serves up exactly what its name suggests. Its high tea menu spotlights fragrant teas, yummy sliders and handmade pastries. 

If you’re in the city area and need a pick-me-up after braving the sweltering hot weather on your stroll, All Things Delicious’ Afternoon Tea Time may be something to check out. Its tea options include either a grey rose tea or lemongrass pandan infusion—very Singaporean tastes that we’re all familiar with. For burger lovers, this menu item may specially be of interest to you: the restaurant is known for its deliciously addictive bite-size cheeseburger sliders. Sweeter options are also available, such as soft chocolate choux puffs and zesty sunshine tarts where candied grapefruits and oranges take centre spot. 

All Things Delicious is halal-certified.

Afternoon Tea Time runs from 2pm to 5.30pm at All Things Delicious, #01-01, 34 Arab Street. The set is priced at $59.90++ for two people on weekdays, and $69.90++ on weekends/public holidays. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

For Those Who Like Gilded Grandeur

ATLAS Afternoon Tea at ATLAS Bar

The vibe: Like a scene from a bygone era, perfect for a slow afternoon steeped in old-world charm. 

Step into the golden age of glamour with the Atlas Afternoon Tea set. Renowned for its dramatic, art deco-inspired grandeur, at the heart of the lounge is a staggering shelf of liquor evoking the excess of the Jazz Age towering above the bar.

The menu balances rich savouries like lobster on crystal bread, coronation egg brioche, and smoked salmon rillettes with delicate sweets such as canelé, blueberry choux, and rhubarb tartlets. Signature scones are paired with jam and clotted cream, and everything is served with your choice of fine teas—including their house Art Deco blend, infused with gin botanicals. For those with dietary restrictions, vegetarian and gluten-free menus are also available. 

Atlas is not halal-certified.

Atlas Afternoon Tea set runs from 3pm to 4pm at Atlas, ground floor, Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road. The set is priced at $68++ per person. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.

Valrhona Chocolate Extravaganza at The Rose Veranda

The vibe: A glamorous high-tea experience in a chandelier-lit grand hall.

Tucked away in Shangri-La Singapore is The Rose Veranda, a must-try for every high-tea lover.

The afternoon tea experience will begin with a pot of its exclusive signature tea blend and scone, followed by savoury delicacies and artisanal sandwiches, as well as a savoury main course to complete the meal afterwards. 

For a limited time, delight in The Rose Veranda’s Valrhona Chocolate Extravaganza, an indulgent collaboration with renowned French chocolatier Valrhona. This special tea set features an array of artisanal desserts in addition to its original menu, including the Azelia 35% Lemon Hazelnut Chou and a sinfully delicious chocolate milkshake to be enjoyed.

The Rose Veranda is not halal-certified.

Valrhona Chocolate Extravaganza runs from now to 27 July 2025, 12pm to 5pm at The Rose Veranda, mezzanine level, Shangri-La Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road. The set is priced at $136++ for two people. Reserve a slot here, and see more details here.