Tea-licious moments: Best high tea spots in Singapore for dainty treats, buttery scones, and delightful sips.
We’re all for a good lunch or dinner, but there’s something about high tea that just hits differently. Exquisite finger sandwiches, buttery scones, and decadent pastries paired with a steaming pot of tea (or better yet, champagne) make it one of life’s little luxuries. From stylish hotels to elegant tearooms, we’ve rounded up the best places for afternoon tea in Singapore. A dainty afternoon soirée on a random day of the week? Très chic.
Best high tea spots in Singapore
1. The Grand Lobby at Raffles Singapore
Bask in the glow of natural daylight streaming through a majestic skylight, with floor-to-ceiling Victorian pillars, and a refined colonial architecture that oozes sophistication while you sip on your tea. This is The Grand Lobby at Raffles Singapore, one of our favourite restaurants for a chic afternoon tea sesh in Singapore.
Savour a curated selection of exquisite finger sandwiches, pastries, seasonal delicacies, and sweet treats served on a tiered silver stand. Wash it all down with coffee or your choice of tea – the latter is brewed with JING single garden tea leaves on a tea trolley tableside. Save room for three different types of scones, a fan favourite bake that’s complemented by rose petal jam and clotted cream. Cap off the indulgence with a glass of Billecart-Salmon Champagne for the ideal afternoon treat.
Price: $98 per guest, top-up $33 for a glass of Champagne Brut, $43 for a glass of Champagne Rosé
Timings: 12.30pm to 5.30pm daily
The Grand Lobby, Raffles Singapore, 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673
2. The Lobby Lounge, Shangri-La Singapore
Fancy an elegant afternoon tea with a delightful local twist? Make your way to The Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Singapore. Boasting floor-to-ceiling glass walls with idyllic views of the water gardens, this exquisite lounge makes a swanky high tea spot. The three-tier Local Signature afternoon tea set takes centre stage. Look forward to a seasonal themed menu that evolves with every occasion, featuring Nyonya kueh, savoury treats and other pastries.
Past menu items include sweet treats like pandan kaya choux and raspberry litchi tart, as well as locally-inspired desserts such as kueh bubur cha cha and ondeh ondeh. For savouries, previous line-ups include Nyonya curry chicken sandwich and sweet chilli prawn tart. What’s better than coffee or tea to complete the feast? Each set comes with a choice of two beverages – with traditional drinks like kopi and teh tarik available, too. Those who fancy tea can go for The Rose Veranda Signature Blend, The Shangri-La, or classics like Earl Grey and peppermint tea.
Price: $98++ for two pax
Timings: 3 to 5pm daily
The Lobby Lounge, Lobby Level, Shangri-La Singapore, Tower Wing, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350; daily, 3pm to 5pm
3. Atlas
Step into the roaring twenties at Atlas, where gilded ceilings, plush velvet seats, and a jaw-dropping gin tower set the scene for an elegant afternoon tea experience in Singapore. This European Art Deco-inspired bar in Parkview Square takes high tea seriously, with a spread of exquisite bites like truffle eclairs, lobster croissants, and financiers.
The tea selection is just as luxe, offering rare and premium blends that perfectly complement the treats. Every component is handmade to order, so book your spot at least 24 hours in advance. Bonus? Vegetarian and gluten-free menus are available too.
Price: From $68++ per person
Timings: Monday to Saturday, 3pm, 3.30pm & 4pm
Atlas, Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
4. National Kitchen by Violet Oon
At National Kitchen by Violet Oon, we recommend you try the Singapore high tea. The menu sees treats with a Peranakan touch such as otak on Belgian endive, chilli crab tartlets, kueh pie tee, and kueh lapis.
End on a sweet note with bubur cha cha panna cotta and kueh dadar. And, of course, no high tea is complete without scones. Here, you get plain and gula melaka versions, paired with clotted cream and jam. Set in the historic City Hall building, this is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Price: $66++ for two pax
Timings: Friday to Sunday, 3pm to 5.30pm
National Kitchen by Violet Oon, #02–01, National Gallery Singapore, (City Hall Wing), 1 St. Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957
5. Wildseed Cafe @ 1-Flowerhill
For tea lovers who adore a botanical setting, Wildseed Cafe at 1-Flowerhill is a dreamy escape. The high tea set includes mushroom tartlets, ham croquettes, seafood salad baskets, pistachio madeleines, and chestnut tea cake, all served with a choice of two coffee or tea selections. For an extra treat, top up $15 for a glass of Chandon Garden Spritz, or $2 for a cold brew tea or the signature blooming tea.
Price: $68++ for two guests
Timings: 2pm to 4.30pm daily
Wildseed Cafe, 1-Flowerhill, 6 Imbiah Road, Singapore 099696
6. Arteastiq
The array of afternoon tea menus at Arteastiq will keep you coming back. Journey Through Singapore Afternoon Teasery is a wallet-friendly highlight that sees local-inspired treats like kueh bangkit, satay chicken, rojak charcoal youtiao, and cendol macaroons taking centre stage.
Other options include the Luscious Seafood Afternoon Teasery sees a satiating menu with starters like crab cake and salmon tartare, mains like baked Boston lobster tail, alongside sweet and savoury bites including caneles and spicy otah sando.
Price: From $38 per person for Journey Through Singapore Afternoon Teasery, from $128 for 2 pax for Luscious Seafood Afternoon Teasery
Timings: 1pm to 5pm daily
Arteastiq, multiple locations including Mandarin Gallery and Jewel Changi Airport
7. TWG Tea Salons
TWG Tea Salons’ well-loved afternoon tea experience in Singapore is a steal. The affordable Chic Tea Time Set offers tea and delightful bites like crab meat tart infused with black nectar tea and smoked salmon with Moroccan mint tea-infused cucumber. Add to that two freshly baked muffins or scones, paired with TWG Tea jelly and whipped cream, and you have a spread for an indulgent afternoon. For a more compact high tea set, opt for the 1837 Tea Time Set that includes your choice of tea, two muffins or scones, and a pastry from the patisserie trolley.
Price: $19++ for 1837 Tea Time Set, $33++ for Chic Tea Time Set
Timings: 2pm to 6pm daily
TWG Tea Salons, multiple locations including Marina Bay Sands, Takashimaya, and Ion Orchard
8. L’eclair Patisserie
L’eclair Patisserie takes the usual high tea for a spin with its Merry-Go-Délice Afternoon Tea. Each set comes with five assorted mini eclairs, two pairs of scones, and five pairs of savoury canapes of your choice. Expect the likes of mini quiches, caviar blinis, herb choux puffs, mini croque monsieur, and other dainty treats.
Price: $78 per set
Timings: 11.30am, 1.30pm or 3pm.
L’eclair Patisserie, #01-28 Singapore Shopping Centre, 190 Clemenceau Avenue, Singapore 239924
9. Angelina
If you’re dreaming of a Parisian afternoon tea in Singapore, make a beeline for Angelina at Marina Bay Sands. The Royal Tea Set is pure indulgence, with sweet treats like mini mont-blancs, macarons, and chocolate pralines, plus savoury bites like crab rangoon and truffle eggs mimosa croissants. Top up for the signature hot chocolate, a rich and velvety delight that’ll please any chocolate fan.
Price: From $48 per person
Timings: 2.30pm to 6pm daily
Angelina, #B2 – 89, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
10. Skai at Swissôtel The Stamford
Due for a high tea sesh? Why not take it up a notch, literally? Skai delivers breathtaking city views from 70 floors above ground to go with its elegant high tea selection. The spread includes bluefin tuna handroll, king crab toast, warm scones, and dainty desserts like strawberry elderflower shortcake and banana rum chocolate tart. With TWG tea or gourmet coffee on the side, this one’s a swoon-worthy experience that’s perfect for a date day or a boujee catch-up with pals.
Price: $68 per person
Timings: 3pm to 5pm daily
Skai, Swissôtel The Stamford, #70-01, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882
11. Atrium at Pan Pacific Singapore
The tranquil Atrium Lounge at Pan Pacific Singapore welcomes you in with lush trees and cosy dining pods for intimate tete-a-tetes. This serene afternoon tea in Singapore features an assortment of local-inspired delights like chilli crab meat in egg custard with mini bun, pulled beef rendang vol au vent, orh nee tart, and more.
On weekends, check out the live food stations whipping up even more crowd favourites like a piping hot bowl of prawn noodle soup, spicy and tangy assam laksa, and smokey char kway teow. Wash it all down with a sip of TWG tea or Lavazza coffee.
Price: From $68++ per guest
Timings: 1pm to 3pm, 4pm to 6pm daily
Atrium, Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595
12. L’Espresso at Goodwood Park Hotel
Looking for the best high tea buffet in Singapore? With a spread of English and European classics, L’Espresso’s high tea buffet promises an elegant treat. The chef’s special treats include a selection of dishes on rotation such as breaded crab cake with peppery maple corn salsa, cheesy seafood arancini with herb aioli, and fruity apple strudel.
Other delights include baked chicken drumlettes with Sriracha dip, fish goujon and truffle wedges, and slow roasted beef tenderloin. There are also croissants, sandwiches, a cheese and deli selection, a scones bar, and an assortment of desserts.
Price: $65 per person
Timings: Monday to Thursday, 2 to 5.30pm | Friday to Sunday 12pm to 2.30pm, 3pm to 5.30pm
L’Espresso, Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221
13. Anti:dote at Fairmont Singapore
Celebrating Singapore’s 60 years of independence, Anti:dote’s Brushstrokes of Heritage high tea is an ode to Lim Tze Peng, one of Singapore’s most significant artists. Enjoy savoury treats like Boston lobster popiah with leek jam, and spicy prawn chee cheong fun. End on a sweet note with desserts like Sampan, featuring min jiang kueh with peanut cream, and Attap House, with kopi cream and mandarin confit.
Price: $68 per person
Timings: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 5pm | Saturday and Sunday, 12pm to 2pm, 3pm to 5pm
Anti:dote, Fairmont Singapore, Level 1, 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
14. The Landing Point at The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore
There are few things better than treating yourself to a waterfront view and sweet, strawberry-themed creations on a lazy afternoon. The Landing Point at The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore’s Strawberry Bliss afternoon tea serves up a seasonal high tea experience with premium Korean strawberries. The savoury selection includes caviar with strawberry and kohlrabi, paired with either king prawn or Boston lobster. And for dessert, think pistachio strawberry cubes, strawberry shortcake, and a tangy-sweet strawberry rhubarb tart. Cap off your indulgence with the strawberry pu’er infusion for a delectable sip.
Price: $68++ per person
Timings: 3pm to 5.30pm daily (till 30 Mar 2025)
The Landing Point, The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326
15. Lobby Lounge at The Capitol Kempinski Singapore
Step back in time with A Culinary Voyage through Time, an afternoon tea in Singapore that celebrates our culinary heritage. The menu reimagines local classics with playful textures and flavours – think chilli crab petit pain, kueh pie tee, and bubur cha cha panna cotta. For a nostalgic flavour, try the Ice Cream Uncle, a strawberry dacquoise sandwiched between cilantro wafers and topped with Valrhona chocolate sauce.
Price: From $52++ per person on weekdays, $59++ per person on weekends
Timings: 12:30 to 2.30pm, 3 to 5pm daily
Lobby Lounge, The Capitol Kempinski Singapore, 15 Stamford Road, Singapore 178906
16. Lobby Lounge at Conrad Centennial Singapore
Strawberry lovers, this one’s for you. The Blushing Strawberry Afternoon Tea celebrates the season’s best air-flown Japanese strawberries in delicate desserts like strawberry shortcakes, Earl Grey mousse, and strawberry-glazed foie gras. This limited-time treat pairs well with refillable TWG tea or Bacha coffee.
Price: $55++ per person
Timings: 1pm to 3pm, 3.30pm to 5.30pm daily (available till 30 April 2025)
Lobby Lounge, Conrad Centennial Singapore, 2 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038982
17. Tea Lounge at Conrad Singapore Orchard
Under a gorgeous skylit atrium, the Tea Lounge at Conrad Singapore Orchard invites you to indulge in a floral-inspired high tea. Inspired by Singapore’s lush edible gardens, the Edible Garden in Bloom menu features an English-style tea with classic scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts. Don’t miss the amuse-bouche trolley with Nonya pulled chicken pie tee or the decadent dessert trolley starring a banana cinnamon trifle.
Price: From $54++ per person
Timings: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 5pm
Tea Lounge, Conrad Singapore Orchard, 1 Cuscaden Road, Singapore 249715
18. 1864 The Bar at Sofitel Singapore City Centre
For a chic afternoon in a stylish setting, head to 1864 The Bar at Sofitel Singapore City Centre. The Harmony in Bloom Afternoon Tea promises a tasty soiree, featuring tempting delights like curry passionfruit eclair, and duck rillette tart with foie gras terrine and mandarin orange jelly. Cap it all off with sweet treats like strawberry rose macarons, and citrus scones with honey osmanthus jam. Pair your bites with a selection of fine teas from around the world for the ideal afternoon treat.
Price: $128++ for two pax
Timings: 2pm to 5pm daily (till 28 Feb 2025)
1864 The Bar, Sofitel Singapore City Centre, 5 Wallich Street, Singapore 078883
19. Wolfgang Steakhouse at InterContinental Singapore
For a classy New York take on afternoon tea in Singapore, Wolfgang Steakhouse serves delectable bites in an intimate, sophisticated setting. Expect salmon with crème fraîche, beef and mustard toast, shrimp and avocado brioche, plus sweet treats like New York cheesecake, key lime tart, and chocolate mousse tarts. You get a choice of two teas – we like the Singapore Surprise, a blend of rooibos, heather blossoms, elderflower, pink peppercorn, and rose. Feeling fancy? Top up $18 for a mocktail, or $28 to $32 for a tipple.
Price: $88++ per guest
Timings: 2.30pm to 4.30pm daily
Wolfgang Steakhouse, #02-01, InterContinental Singapore, 1 Nanson Road, Robertson Quay, Singapore, 238909
20. Lobby Lounge at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
If floral flavours are up your alley, you’ll love this nature-inspired high tea at the Lobby Lounge in Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. The Herbs and Blossoms Afternoon Tea brings flavours of the garden to your plate, with delicate bites like starflower with tiger prawn and pomelo, elderflower vanilla chantilly with strawberry, and shiso mousse with yuzu confiture. Finish with an aromatic tea or coffee, and you’ve got a beautifully balanced floral feast.
Price: $68 per person
Timings: 1pm to 5pm daily
Lobby Lounge, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797
21. Isabel Bar at Maxwell Reserve Singapore, Autograph Collection
Plush furnishings, hand-painted wallpaper, delicate herringbone floors, knotted silk rugs, and the stunning pink onyx bar counter set the scene for an elegant meal. For an elegant escape with a curated selection of teas, Isabel Bar delivers a luxurious high tea in Singapore. Each tea is carefully chosen to complement an array of sweet and savoury bites, from delicate pastries to finger sandwiches. But the real stars? The warm-from-the-oven English scones, served with Devonshire cream and preserves for that classic British touch.
Price: From $54 per person
Timings: Monday to Thursday, 1pm–5pm
Isabel Bar, Maxwell Reserve Singapore, Autograph Collection, 2 Cook Street, Singapore 078857
22. Lobby Lounge at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
The Lobby Lounge at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel delivers one of the best classic English high teas with hints of local flavour. Expect coffee and tea-infused pastries alongside delectable savouries. Think coffee caramel tart, smoked duck tart with orange gel, and crispy yam puff with chicken char siew. Of course, no high tea is complete without scones, and here, you’ll find classic and Earl Grey scones served with all the usual trimmings.
Price: $48++ per person
Timings: Monday to Thursday, 3pm to 5.30pm | Friday to Sunday, 2pm to 3.30pm, 4pm to 5.30pm
Lobby Lounge, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865
23. Ginger.Lily at Hilton Singapore Orchard
Tucked away in Hilton Singapore Orchard, Ginger.Lily is a botanical haven that offers a modern, nature-inspired high tea. The afternoon tea menu pays tribute to local herbs, flowers, and spices, transforming traditional ingredients into creative, delicate bites.
Price: $58++ per guest
Timings: 1pm to 3pm, 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Ginger.Lily, Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867
Tea, scones, and a dash of luxury await: ready to sip and munch your way through Singapore’s best high tea spots? Round up your pals and book a table – because nothing says ‘treat yourself’ like an afternoon of tea and tiered delights.
