When it comes to spending quality time with your friends or that special someone, nothing beats the charm of afternoon tea. After all, it’s the perfect excuse to indulge in delicious treats, sip on warm tea, and catch up on all the latest news and gossip. If you’re already planning your next afternoon tea session, here are 10 high tea places in Singapore you should definitely check out for a memorable experience.

01 • The 1872 Clipper Tea Co.

(Photo adapted from: Clippertea and The 1872 Clipper Tea Co.)

For tea enthusiasts, The 1872 Clipper Tea Co. offers a wide selection of rare blends like the honeyed Shibuya from Japan, tangy Kowloon from Hong Kong, or the grassy Nuwara from Sri Lanka. And if you’re really adventurous, you can go for their creamy milk tea parfaits or refreshing tea infusions for a super fun twist.

Its tea bars at ION Orchard, Singapore Botanic Gardens, and Jewel Changi Airport also have delicious pastel-coloured cream puffs with flavours like Lychee Fiesta Tea, Earl Grey Tea, and more.

📍 Address: ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, #B4-07, Singapore 238801. See other outlets and opening hours.
📞 Phone: 6509 8745
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily
🌐 Website: clippertea.com.sg

02 • Ohayo Mamasan

(Photo adapted from: Ohayo Mamasan)

Found at 313@somerset, the Mixed Messages Afternoon Tea Party Set ($38) is an all-time favourite as a unique teatime escapade with Japanese flair. Wagyu sliders, kani salad tacos, and strawberry mochis are just some of Mamasan’s fusion inventions. You can’t go wrong with some simple cheesecakes and chocolate tarts either.

Plus, would it be high tea in Singapore without TWG tea? Complete this quirky platter with a pot of theine-free Vanilla Bourbon or the toasty aftertaste of Milk Oolong.

📍 Address: 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Road, #01-29, Singapore 238895
📞 Phone: 8875 2777
⏰ Opening hours: 2pm – 5.30pm daily
💲 Price: From $38 onwards
🌐 Website: ohayomamasan.oddle.me

03 • Tian Fu Tea Room

(Photo adapted from: Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant and SethLui)

The high tea scene in Singapore is not limited to the classic English teas and biscuits. At the top floor of UOB Plaza 1 lies Tian Fu Tea Room, a distinguished Chinese teahouse that pairs impressive line-ups of fine brewed teas with handmade dim sum. Be it soothing pu’er from Yunnan, anti-aging longjing from Hangzhou, or refined white jasmines from Sichuan, their in-house collection of over 30 different teas has something for everyone.

📍 Address: UOB Plaza 1, 80 Raffles Place, #60-01, Singapore 048624. See other outlets here.
📞 Phone: 6535 6006
⏰ Opening hours: 2.30pm – 6pm daily
💲 Price: From $60 onwards
🌐 Website: sichuandouhua.com

04 • Copper Chimney

(Photo adapted from: SethLui)

Copper Chimney is a multi-storey restaurant with a multi-faceted menu. Though it’s Indian at heart, this boundary-pushing joint isn’t afraid to broaden its culinary horizons. Alongside menu items like American Chopsuey and Szechuan Chicken Gravy, you can also have high tea with chaat — adding a South Asian touch to the beloved British custom.

Even better, complement your chai with a variety of delicious snacks, from savoury samosas and chaat to sweet phirni cups and pani puri.

📍 Address: 100 Syed Alwi Road, #01-01, Singapore 207676
📞 Phone: 6294 8891
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thurs, 11.15am – 11pm | Fri to Sun, 11.15am – 11.30pm
🌐 Website: copperchimney.com.sg

05 • L’éclair Pâtisserie

(Photo adapted from: L’éclair Pâtisserie and District Sixtyfive)

L’éclair Pâtisserie opened in 2015 as the first éclair speciality store in Singapore. They offer an eclectic array of flavours like the popular Ispahan, which marries rose-infused mascarpone with lychees, raspberries, and marzipan.

Elevate these delectable in-house treats by ordering the High Tea Degustation set, which comes with mini meat pies and quiches, and a fragrant pot of loose leaf tea for only $70 per 2 pax.

It’s just an easy 5-minute walk from Dhoby Ghaut MRT so don’t miss out!

📍 Address: Singapore Shopping Centre, 190 Clemenceau Avenue, #01-28, Singapore 239924
📞 Phone: 6635 7909
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 6pm daily
💲 Price: From $70 onwards
🌐 Website: leclair.com.sg

06 • Cedele

(Photo adapted from: Cedele Singapore and Cedele)

Thirsting for more locally sourced goodness? Indulge your afternoon tea cravings at any Cedele outlet in Singapore. Available at Wheelock Place or their Vivocity café, this food chain has runny Eggs Ben, vegan Beetroot Avocado Burgers, and an entire Afternoon High Tea Set.

For just $48, you and your loved ones can dig into some extra tasty hors d’oeuvres that include Smoked Salmon, fluffy Pancake Coins, and Ham & Cheese Finger Sandwiches. The Dark Jamaican Rum Tiramisu and Truffle Fries are some other crowd pleasers you don’t want to miss.

📍 Address: Wheelock Place, 501 Orchard Road, #03-14, Singapore 238880. See other outlets and opening hours here.
📞 Phone: 6732 8526
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thurs, 11am – 8.30pm | Fri to Sun, 11am – 9pm
🌐 Website: cedele.com

07 • WOOBAR

(Photo adapted from: Darrenbloggie and WOOBAR)

If you’re looking for some relaxing downtime away from the crowded beaches of Sentosa, WOOBAR is the place to be. Here, you can enjoy cakes with clotted cream, tarts, and more. Their seasonal afternoon tea menus are loaded with high-end macaroons and crabmeat salads, guaranteed to put you into a food coma.

If you’re looking for a low-key place to take your special someone for Valentine’s Day, you can’t go wrong with WOOBAR’s afternoon tea spread, which comes with free flow TWG teas and Tanamera Coffee for $58++ per pax.

📍 Address: W Singapore — Sentosa Cove, 21 Ocean Way, Singapore 098374
📞 Phone: 6808 7258
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thurs and Sun, 11am – 11pm | Fri and Sat, 11am – 12am
💲 Price: From $58 onwards
🌐 Website: woobar.sg

08 • Angelina

(Photo adapted from: Angelina Singapore)

Delivering the crème de la crème of Paris to Singapore, this delicatessen serves high tea in style — with smoked salmon flowers, Alaskan crab cakes, and confectionaries of all kinds.

The ultimate combination is their signature Mont-Blanc and a cup of L’Africain, the famous hot chocolate comprising 3 different cocoa brews. Its richness is tempered by the dessert’s meringue base, whipped cream middle, and expensive chestnut vermicelli top. To get a taste of this French culinary magic, head over to Marina Bay Sands now.

📍 Address: MBS Shopping Mall, 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-89/89A, Singapore 018972
📞 Phone: 6688 7218
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thurs, 11am – 10pm | Fri to Sun, 11am – 11pm
💲 Price: From $48 onwards
🌐 Website: angelinasg.com

09 • Café 2000

(Photo adapted from: The Chosen Glutton and FoodieFC)

Café 2000 has enabled time travel with its Nostalgic Playtime Afternoon High Tea Set. This set includes non-stop refills of barista drinks and a retro tiffin packed with Pulut Hiram Savarin, Miniature Nasi Lemak, and Creme Brûlée with Coconut Pandan Jam. Splurge on this yummy throwback to the good old days at M Hotel Singapore for $88 for 2 pax!

📍 Address: 81 Anson Road, Level 1, Singapore 079908
📞 Phone: 6500 6112
⏰ Opening hours: 7am – 10pm daily
🌐 Website: millenniumhotels.com/en/singapore/m-hotel-singapore/cafe-2000

10 • The Landing Point

(Photo adapted from: where.is.karl and Secret Life of Fatbacks)

This magnificent hotel lounge offers the quintessential high tea experience in Singapore. The Landing Point knows scenery makes the meal, boasting a breathtaking view of the iconic Marina Bay Sands and its dazzling waterfront.

The Expressions Afternoon Tea spread features a brilliant gathering of sweet and savoury treats that caters to your every preference, including Marinated Lobster, Truffle Egg Mayonnaise, and Kopi & PB Toast accompanied by TWG tea or Bacha coffee.

The Landing Point also accommodates special dietary requests, whether you’re vegan or lactose intolerant. Just remember to inform them 2 days in advance.

📍 Address: The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay, Lobby Level, Singapore 049326
📞 Phone: 3129 8557
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily. See other opening hours and prices.
🌐 Website: fullertonhotels.com/fullerton-bay-hotel-singapore/dining/restaurants-and-bars/the-landing-point

(Featured photo adapted from: Tripadvisor, Eatbook, The Fullerton Bay Hotel, and L’éclair Pâtisserie)

Get ready to dig in!
Mark 🍰