Celebrate the season with Christmas afternoon tea in Singapore, featuring indulgent festive treats, rooftop views and cosy garden escapes.
Christmas afternoon tea in Singapore is a splendid way to get into the festive spirit without committing to a full-blown Christmas brunch or Christmas dinner. You won’t have to jostle with the crowds or loosen your pants after one too many trips to the buffet table. Instead, settle in with a loved one, tuck into an assortment of sweet and savoury bites, and perhaps enjoy a glass of bubbly or two. We’ve rounded up a few spots in Singapore serving Christmas afternoon tea this year – be sure to book ahead before the festive rush!
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We’ve done the festive homework for you, comparing festive menus, prices, locations and experiences to help you find the spot for your ideal Christmas afternoon tea in Singapore. Details are checked against the latest available information from the venues.
Christmas afternoon tea in Singapore
1. The Marmalade Pantry
We can always count on The Marmalade Pantry to ring in the festive season. Its Festive Moments Afternoon Tea is a lovely pick for those who enjoy the traditional afternoon tea experience, with a Christmas-inspired spread. Sink your teeth into the petite orange ginger cupcake and caramelised cashew nut tart for a touch of sweetness, or get adventurous with the fig garden tart and roasted zucchini sandwich. Wash everything down with two pots of Gryphon tea or a refreshing cucumber, pomegranate and sparkling fizz concoction.
Best for: A leisurely festive catch-up with your favourite tea companion
How much: $58++ for two people (additional wine pairing of $20++ for two glasses)
When: 2 November 2026 to 31 January 2027
Timings: Daily, 2pm to 6pm
Address: Multiple locations in Singapore including Ion Orchard, Peck Seah Street and Novena
2. The Lobby Lounge at Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore
Take a seat beneath soaring ceilings and stately columns, and indulge in a refined festive afternoon tea at The Lobby Lounge, Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore. Executive pastry chef Jason Goh presents an elegant daytime affair inspired by the warmth and spirit of the holidays.
Served on a Christmas-themed three-tier stand, the menu includes seasonal savouries, delicate pastries, and freshly baked scones in English buttermilk, and rum and raisin renditions. Nibble on unique creations such as winter black truffle and foie gras parfait, mini Christmas gammon pie, strawberry mint yogurt cake and Sicilian pistachio brownie. Enjoy these with a daily selection of sorbet and gelato, alongside a choice of coffee or loose-leaf tea. Want to take your celebrations up a boozy notch? Top up from $16 to enjoy a glass of Saicho Single-Origin sparkling tea, champagne, and festive cocktails – featuring refreshing options like Mulled Wine Sour and Mistletoe Blush.
Little ones are also welcome to join the festivities with an afternoon tea menu curated for them. On the savoury front, they’ve got roasted turkey and cranberry cream cheese pinwheel, and smoked salmon tartare cone. Meanwhile, the whimsical sweet line-up includes Christmas tree cheesecake, mini gingerbread house and reindeer macaron. To top off the experience, the kiddos can enjoy a daily selection of sorbet and gelato from the ice cream trolley, as well as a choice of beverage.
Best for: A leisurely festive afternoon tea that caters to both adults and little ones
How much: $72 per adult on weekdays and $79 per adult on weekends (minimum two guests); top up from $16 for sparkling tea, cocktails and champagne; $70 for every two children (aged three to 11), top up $35 for every additional child
When: 14 November 2026 to 1 January 2027 (not available on Christmas Day, and 2nd seating on Christmas Eve)
Timings: Two seatings available daily, 1pm to 3pm & 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Address: Level 1, Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore, 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966
3. Arden Bar & Lounge
Looking to make your Christmas date a little more special? Swing by Arden Bar & Lounge at 1-Arden for its Festive High Tea, where you can enjoy indulgent bites alongside gorgeous city views. Tuck into moreish offerings such as wood-smoked kamo kushiyaki, as well as the tarabagani and ise ebi sarada tartlet before moving to the sweet stuff. The matcha-kuri mont blanc will be a hit with matcha lovers, mark our words! The high tea set also comes with two festive cocktails with adorable names. We can’t wait to sip on the Winter Slay!
Best for: A Yuletide treat with skyline views and festive cocktails
How much: $98++ per set (serves two people)
When: 24 & 27 December 2026
Timings: 3pm to 4.30pm
Address: #51-01, CapitaSpring, 88 Market Street, Singapore 048948
4. FLNT
If you’re tired of the usual finger sandwiches and scones, FLNT offers a more adventurous take on Christmas afternoon tea. The restaurant and bar is putting its signature Japanese-Peruvian spin on this year’s festivities with the FLNT Kurisumasu Afternoon Tea. Expect a mix of savoury bites and sweet treats, ranging from lobster salad crispy toast and snow crab gomatofu to nama chocolate daifuku and ginger spice mousse.
Of course, we can’t forget the best part: the view! Nothing beats enjoying a leisurely festive afternoon 55 levels up. Settle in for a high tea sesh with a side of spectacular city views.
Best for: Japanese-Peruvian flavours and a festive afternoon above the city
How much: $42++ per person (minimum two people)
When: 1 to 25 December 2026
Timings: 12pm to 5pm
Address: #55-01 and #56-01, Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
5. Wildseed Cafe
Not every Christmas celebration needs to involve fancy hotel interiors and towering skyscrapers. For a more laid-back afternoon tea experience, Wildseed Cafe brings festive cheer to its three outlets in Singapore. Throughout December, celebrants can head to Telok Blangah, Singapore Botanic Gardens or Seletar Aerospace Park for a relaxing high tea session filled with sweet and savoury morsels. The gingerbread financier with caramel chantilly is already calling out to us!
Best for: A laid-back garden escape and a cosy festive catch-up
How much: $34++ per person (minimum two people, Wildseed Cafe at The Alkaff Mansion) or $75 nett (serves two people, Wildseed Cafe at The Garage & The Summerhouse)
When: 1 to 31 December 2026
Timings: Daily, 2pm to 5pm
Address: Multiple locations in Singapore including Cluny Road, Telok Blangah Green and Park Lane
6. Atico Lounge & Bar
This festive season, the best present isn’t waiting underneath the Christmas tree. It’s waiting for you more than 50 storeys above ground! Atico Lounge & Bar invites you to an extravagant high tea session that’ll put you in a holly jolly mood. Feast on cumin-spiced heritage chicken pie, smoked duck flaky vol-au-vent, hand-diced king salmon petit croissants, dark cherry frangipane cake and more.
But if you’re someone who enjoys a tipple with your afternoon tea, there’s another reason to make a booking: Atico’s 12 Days of Martini (from $18++). Take your pick from nine signature classics and three festive creations. It’s Christmas, you’re allowed to day-drink!
Best for: Cocktail lovers looking to turn afternoon tea into a festive celebration
How much: $42++ per person (minimum two people)
When: 1 to 25 December 2026
Timings: 12pm to 5pm
Address: #55-01 and #56-01, Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Ready to make your December a little sweeter? Book a Christmas afternoon tea experience in Singapore and toast to the festive season.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a Christmas afternoon tea differ from regular high tea?
Festive menus swap standard cucumber sandwiches and plain tarts for holiday ingredients like spiced roast turkey rolls with cranberry compote, lobster or king crab tartlets, foie gras brioche, winter black truffle sliders and smoked salmon with caviar.
Diners can also tuck into mini log cakes, gingerbread-spiced or Mont Blanc tarts, spiced fruit stollen, and eggnog or peppermint choux. Alongside specialty loose-leaf teas, sets often feature mulled wine, spiced chai or add-ons for champagne and sparkling tea.
Is it a tiered stand or a buffet?
The traditional format is served table-side on three tiers or bespoke display boxes. Select venues offer unlimited scones, carving roasts, and walk-up dessert counters.
When do the festive menus start running?
Most places launch their Christmas afternoon teas starting in early to mid-November and run daily until a few days after Christmas.
Are there timed seatings?
Yes. To manage weekend and holiday crowds, almost all places split the afternoon into two 2-hour shifts.
How early do I need to book?
For regular December weekends, book two to three weeks in advance. For 24 to 26 December, prime seatings book out by mid-November.
