Tiny sandwiches, cute cakes, iddy biddy sausage rolls and mini cups of tea. High Tea in Adelaide is such a fun idea for kids so we’ve found some of the best spots to enjoy this delicious treat and even some that cater especially for your little ones. Perfectly sized for tiny fingers and loved by grown ups, there’s something really indulgent and a bit fancy about high tea. Take Nana, gather the girlfriends, celebrate the birthdays and milestones and let the champagne, gin, juice or well….. tea flow freely. What a way to spend an afternoon. Here are some that we highly recommend. Pinkys ou!
Grunthal Brew
Nestled in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, Grunthal Brew has put a delicious twist on the traditional high tea, making it an experience the whole family will love. Kids nd adults will all love inducging in handmade sweet and savoury treats, and the kids can explore one of the most unique outdoor spaces around, complete with a cubby, sandpit, boat, slackline, creek to play ariund, lawn games and plenty more to discover. Whether you’re visiting on a sunny afternoon or enjoying the cosy charm of the cooler months, Grunthal Brew is a fantastic all-seasons destination that’s just as much fun for the little ones as it is for the grown-ups. We reccommend 1 x high tea serve shared between two kids here.
Available Monday to Friday 11am and Saturday and sunday 10.30am or 11am (48 hours notice for bookings)
Utopia Waterfall Gully
For a high tea with a view, it’s hard to beat Utopia at Waterfall Gully. Set inside the beautifully restored heritage tearoom, you’ll be treated to elegant tiers of handcrafted sweet and savoury delights, warm buttermilk scones, premium teas and plenty of old-world charm. It’s the perfect spot for a special celebration or a leisurely afternoon with friends. High Tea is best suited to ages 12+, although younger children can join larger group bookings on the Sugar and Spice High Tea package. Before or after your visit, take the easy stroll to the first waterfall for the perfect way to round out your day.
Available for Saturday and Sundays
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Beerenberg
If we had to pick just one, Beerenberg’s High Tea is hands down our favourite in Adelaide. Set on the beautiful Beerenberg family farm in the Adelaide Hills, this country-style experience is packed with homemade sweet and savoury treats showcasing their famous jams, relishes and condiments. Expect gourmet sausage rolls, the cutest heart-shaped scones with jam and cream, a delicious strawberry tart and your choice of premium tea or barista-made coffee, all served with a glass of local sparkling on arrival. It’s the perfect excuse for a scenic Hills day out with someone special. Don’t want high tea for the kids? The Dairy serves up the best scoops and jaw dropping shakes!
Available daily with 48 hours notice
Stamford Adelaide
Spend a glorious and relaxing afternoon sharing delicious High Tea with family or friends as you admire the spectacular views of Glenelg Beach from The Promenade Restaurant.
The Stamford High Tea menu features petite finger sandwiches, traditional house-made fluffy scones, delicate sweets treats and delicious savoury items, including their signature curry puffs. Bringing the kids? They will get their own special spread here that will be colourful and devoured quickly.
And don’t forget unlimited Dilmah teas!
Available for Lunch Saturday and Sundays
11.30 am – 2.00 pm and 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Tealicious Cakes
For a truly beautiful high tea experience, Tealicious in Willunga is worth the scenic drive. Set in a whimsical, vintage-inspired space, it’s one of the prettiest spots around to celebrate a special occasion or simply indulge. Enjoy freshly made sweet and savoury treats showcasing local produce, boutique teas and bottomless pink lemonade, with a dedicated children’s high tea making it a lovely outing for the whole family.
Bracegirldes
Looking for a high tea that’s a little bit chocolatey? Looking for a special catch-up with family or friends? Bracegirdle’s indulgent High Tea is the perfect excuse to slow down and treat yourself, with a delicious selection of savoury bites and irresistible sweet treats served in their signature elegant style. We especially loved the chocolate-dipped strawberries, the signature chocolate brownie and the delicate French macarons! Mrs. B’s High Tea is available to book at Blackwood, Cross Road, Hahndorf and McLaren Vale, while the Champagne High Tea is available at Blackwood, Hahndorf and McLaren Vale for an extra touch of luxury. It also makes a gorgeous gift for someone special!
Tealicious Cakes
For a truly beautiful high tea experience, Tealicious in Willunga is worth the scenic drive. Set in a whimsical, vintage-inspired space, it’s one of the prettiest spots around to celebrate a special occasion or simply indulge. Enjoy freshly made sweet and savoury treats showcasing local produce, boutique teas and bottomless pink lemonade, with a dedicated children’s high tea making it a lovely outing for the whole family.
Looking for the ultimate Mum’s day out? Sofitel Adelaide’s elegant weekend High Tea at Garçon Bleu is perfect for celebrating with your girlfriends, your Mum or even Nana! Indulge in French-inspired sweet and savoury delights with your choice of a classic High Tea (including a glass of sparkling on arrival), a Premium High Tea with Champagne, a bottomless Sparkling High Tea, or go all out with the Never Never Gin High Tea featuring free-flowing gin spritzes and cocktails. It’s the perfect excuse to dress up, spoil yourself and enjoy a little luxury in the heart of the city.
Available Saturday and Sundays
Market & Meander – Hotel Indigo
High Tea at Market & Meander, Hotel Indigo isn’t just a weekend treat anymore — you can enjoy a royal-worthy experience any day of the week! Set in a vibrant, stylish space in the heart of the city, this is high tea with a modern twist, featuring beautifully crafted sweet and savoury delights that are almost too pretty to eat. Kick things off with a glass of bubbles and settle in for a decadent afternoon of delicious treats, great company and a little bit of indulgence.
Available every day
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