HTHT starts with a reservation for afternoon tea.
The afternoon tea ritual, a highly civilised affair conducted in oases of calm, has seen its fanbase swell over the last century or so and hotels are increasingly upping the ante to bring tea-time lovers through the door. Whether it’s sparkling teas, an afternoon experience that exudes geographical charm or even afternoon tea sets that you can buy and replicate the experience at home, we have evolved and come a long way from scones and clotted cream. Here’s where to head for the weekend – or if you need to clear leave on a weekday.
Updated on 22 June 2025
THE LOBBY LOUNGE AT INTERCONTINENTAL SINGAPORE
Afternoon tea at InterContinental Singapore gets a decadent update with the Heritage Royale set – a nod to the hotel’s Peranakan roots, dressed up for today’s polished palate. Chef Jason’s menu is refined but playful: think chilli Boston lobster with ikura on brioche, beetroot-cured salmon with Oscietra caviar, and a foie gras–kaya mash-up punctuated by chilli macaron and pickled kumquat.
Sweets are equally bold – 70% chocolate tartlets, a 24-carat gold banana cake, and scones paired with clotted cream, pandan coconut jam, and rosewood honey. Two flutes of Champagne seal the deal, along with artisanal tea, coffee, and a free run at the ice cream. A midday ritual, elevated and then some.
THE LANDING POINT AT THE FULLERTON BAY HOTEL
Afternoon tea at The Landing Point is less of a pause, more of a polished promenade – a languid line-up of delicately constructed bites with just the right touch of drama. The setting? A colonnaded stretch of old-world glamour with waterfront views that deserve their own wardrobe change.
On the table: Norwegian smoked trout with lemon and feta, tuna tataki laced with Manuka honey, and Boston lobster kissed with lemon aioli and caviar. Even the humble cucumber sandwich is upgraded with acacia honey and cream cheese. Truffle egg salad on charcoal bread makes a moody entrance.
The sweets take a citrus-forward detour – think lemon elderflower curd, honey-lavender sponge, and a pistachio chiffon layered with strawberry rhubarb. The TWG tea list reads like a fragrance bar – Red Jasmine, Sakura!, Ocean Voyage – while Bacha Coffee options flirt with honeyed finishings and floral overtones.
It comes with a glass of citrus-honey mocktail and a quiet confidence that this, indeed, is how afternoons should be done.
BAR INTERMEZZO AT ORCHARD HOTEL SINGAPORE
At Orchard Hotel Singapore’s Bar Intermezzo, Filispano High Tea brings together Filipino heart and Spanish flair in a bold, 14-piece lineup that’s equal parts comfort and class.
Start light with kinilaw na isda – zesty yellowfin tuna ceviche – followed by fresh spring rolls with king crab, and Spanish mackerel with kesong puti in pillowy pandesal. Then come the warm savouries: Iberico pork sisig pizza, wagyu beef dinakdakan tartlets, and golden chicken empanadas.
Sweet endings are anything but shy – ube leche flan, mango float, cheesecake San Sebastian, and a warm serving of bibingka to round it off. It’s a high tea that knows how to keep things interesting.
REPUBLIC BAR at THE RITZ-CARLTON, MILLENIA SINGAPORE
Afternoon tea at Republic Bar is anything but predictable. Beneath the gleam of a mother-of-pearl skylight and the mellow strains of a live pianist, The Mango Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore makes a compelling case for the fruit of the season.
This is mango in its most refined form – lobster salad tucked into mango-laced rolls, wagyu burgers slick with mango-onion chutney, and salmon tartare scattered with ikura and mango pearls. It’s tropical, but tailored.
Sweets continue the theme with mango cheesecake, bird’s nest mango pudding, and a coconut crémeux kissed with lime compote. There’s even a mango sorbet reset before the closing act: a polished spread of Republic’s signature pralines and cookies.
Paired with tea, or something a touch more sparkling, this is tropical excess done with restraint and a lot of style.
And if the afternoon drifts toward evening, all the better – Republic’s cocktail bar pedigree makes staying for a drink a rather smart idea.
ANTI:DOTE at FAIRMONT SINGAPORE
At ANTI:DOTE, Fairmont Singapore, the afternoon tea takes a painterly turn – this time through the vivid, memory-soaked lens of artist Yip Yew Chong. Known for his evocative murals scattered across the city, Yip captures the heartbeat of old Singapore: its street corners, hawker stalls, and quietly poetic moments of daily life.
Here, those scenes are translated into a refined, edible narrative – kaya and kopi, spices and sweets – each course drawing from the flavours and stories that shape the Singaporean soul. It’s a high tea that doesn’t just please the palate but it also nudges the heart.
As with Yip’s murals, the joy is in the details. A little nostalgia, a touch of theatre, and just enough flair to keep the conversation flowing long after the last bite.
MADISON’S AT PULLMAN SINGAPORE HILL STREET
In a clever nod to Singapore’s 60th, Madison’s joins forces with local darling Mdm Ling Bakery to present Afternoon Lingering Treats – a nostalgic-meets-nouveau tea affair where Kopi Siew Dai Cookies flirt with Satay Chicken Sandos, and Pineapple Pandan bites mingle with Chili Prawn Pie Tee topped with 8 Gems Caviar. It’s a cultural mash-up that works: think American tea classics with a Singapore soul, served up in style and best enjoyed with chatter, clinked teacups, and maybe a cookie (or five).
LOBBY LOUNGE AT CONRAD SINGAPORE MARINA BAY
Vanilla takes centre stage in this quietly luxurious afternoon tea, where Singapore-grown pods meet a menu of silky, floral, and surprisingly bold creations. From truffle egg brioche to scallops with vanilla espuma, it’s a fragrant affair finished with sweets like the Matcha Vanilla Sonata. A two-hour escape with free-flow TWG tea and Bacha coffee? Consider your afternoon spoken for.
THE GRAND LOBBY AT RAFFLES HOTEL SINGAPORE
Credit: Raffles Hotel Singapore
If staying at one of Raffles Hotel Singapore‘s 115 beautifully-appointed suites calls for a bit of an occasion such as a birthday or anniversary, then afternoon tea at the Grande Dame could well be the next best thing you can do you for yourself on an indulgent whim.
Hot on the heels of the The Grand Lobby‘s Sakura Afternoon Tea is the Kyoto Afternoon Tea served up from 12 April to 30 May 2021.
Guests will be treated to an equally sumptuous selection of Chestnut Tartlet, Hojicha Tiramisu, and Yuzu Éclair, amongst other delicacies inspired by the cultural city.
The thematic Afternoon Tea experience indulges tea-goers with a lavish spread of delectable Beef Sando Katsu Bechamel, Japanese Omelette with Ikura, and more, each mouthful a rich harmony of flavours and textures, perfectly paired with a choice of Mariage Frères premium tea or the Raffles custom-blended coffee.
To heighten the Kyoto Afternoon Tea experience, we recommending ordering from their curated selection of handcrafted cocktails, including Waka Jūsu ($25++), a tart and fruity concoction made with Champagne, Yuzu, Sangue Morlacco; ZakuroMirukuhaibōru ($20++), a unique blend of Malt Whiskey, Pomegranate, Apple, Orange, Sencha, Milk and Lemon; and Hanafubuki ($25++), a potent elixir of Gin, Vermouth, Sake, Cherry Blossom and Umeboshi.
Stay tuned for the next destination in Raffles’ journey around the world!
Available at S$88++ per guest. MENU
The Classic Afternoon Tea is also available for guests wanting to experience the signature.
ATRIUM BAR AT PAN PACIFIC SINGAPORE
As the excitement from the Lunar New Year dissipates, find new joy in afternoon tea. Pan Pacific Singapore‘s seasonal experience is a Japanese-inspired one featuring sweets and savouries presented in a breath-taking high tea stand modelled after Atrium’s iconic floating pods. We are talking exceptional items like Japanese Egg Sandwich and Milk Butter Roll, refreshing Sudachi Tart with Calamansi and Matcha Azuki Monaka featuring a tasty Japanese sweet red bean paste.
Available daily at SGD 44 per guest from now till 31 March 2021.
THE KNOLLS AT CAPELLA
Overlooking cascading pools, the South China and dense forestry, The Knolls has a luxury resort vibe that feels more far flung and idyllic than the location promises. Afternoon tea here involves tasting a selection of savouries like crab salad, foie gras terrine and beef pastrami sandwich. The warm scones come in two flavours – buttermilk and blueberry thyme – and served with organic raw honey, mascarpone and strawberry jam. Bridge your way to desserts and enjoy the sesame-yuzu ganache and Iranian pistachio financiers as you lounge in the contemporary interiors by Yasuhiro Koichi. MENU
Available Mondays to Fridays at S$45++ per person
BRASSERIE LES SAVEURS AT THE ST REGIS SINGAPORE
The St. Regis Singapore redefines the grandeur of afternoon tea experiences with its St Regis Afternoon Tea Experience at Brasserie Les Saveurs. A classic two-tiered silver stand delivers a who’s who of luxe savouries like Truffle Quail Egg, Asparagus, Mimosa Tartlet and Maine Lobster Brioche topped with Caviar and Baby Lettuce. A 65°c Egg, accompanied by mushrooms and parmesan espuma are prepared à la minute – just the way we like it. On the sweet front, St. Regis has Coconut Mousse, Praline Cream, Yuzu Crémeux, Vanilla Rose Tartlet, Lemon Savarin, Vanilla Chantilly Cream and more. Order a glass of Barons de Rothschild Brut NV Champagne and let it contribute to a bubbly afternoon! MENU
Available daily at S$48.00++ per person on weekdays; S$55++ on weekends
To enjoy a glass of Barons de Rothschild Brut NV Champagne together with afternoon tea, it’s S$73++ on weekdays and S$80++ on weekends.
The St. Regis Singapore afternoon tea experience is now available for takeaway. It is a wonderpack consisting of a St. Regis scone basket, savouries, sweets, and even a hot item – an asparagus velouté featuring 65C poached egg, parmesan espuma and served with cheese breadstick. The tea set’s savouries’ highlights include Grilled Unagi and Wakame Tea Sandwich Beef Pastrami and Onion Jam Sandwich, Dijon Mustard while on the sweets front we are hankering for items such as Pailleté Feuilletine, Mascarpone Cream, Raspberry Crisp and St. Regis 70% Dark Chocolate Tart. Enjoy this with two sachets of TWG Tea.
Available at S$58.85 per set. MENU
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ALLEY ON 25 AT ANDAZ SINGAPORE
Andaz Singapore‘s Alley on 25 is a multi-cuisine, all-day dining venue and just for a few hours each day it transforms into the site of a fabulous Andaz Afternoon Tea. Each layer of the botanical-accented tiffin unveils luscious treats such as chilli crab choux pastry, beef rendang toast, braised pork belly buns, and seafood otah brioche toast. For sweets, a plethora of small bites such as ondeh ondeh cake, taro gingko nuts tartlets, and prune kueh lapis are on offer. Each session is complemented by free flow of beverages like Andaz Iced Tea, homemade lemonade, teas by TWG and coffee. It’s a venue we love to return often for the afternoon tea and views to match especially during the golden hour. MENU
Top up $40 per person to enjoy free flow of wines, beer and prosecco
Delamotte Champagne is available at $22 / glass and $88 per bottle.
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose, N.V. is available at $33 / glass and $138 per bottle.
Available daily at S$48++ per person.
LOBBY LOUNGE & THE TERRACE AT CONRAD CENTENNIAL SINGAPORE
Are you experiencing spring in your step?
Embrace the tinted glow of spring at Conrad Centennial Singapore. The Lobby Lounge and The Terrace have reopened to offer Sakura Afternoon Tea. It’s a burst of colours and a celebration of cherry blossoms. The multi-tiered stand is a nice spread of delicious morsels such as Smoked Salmon, Sakura Cheese, Spiced Avocado Mousse on Savoury Éclair and Chicken Liver Pâté, Saffron Cream and Citrus Sakura Cranberry
Marmalade Puff. Scones, and even Sakura scones, along with strawberry jam, clotted cream and honey, are on offer too. MENU
Available daily until 2 May 2021.
S$40++ per person with unlimited Ronnefeldt Tea and Brazilian Coffee
S$59++ per person with unlimited Ronnefeldt Tea, Brazilian Coffee, House Wines and Sparkling Rosé
S$85++ per person with unlimited Ronnefeldt Tea, Brazilian Coffee, House Champagne, House Wines and Sparkling Rosé
If you are late to the game, the afternoon tea lives on past 5pm. Every evening, The Terrace at Conrad Centennial Singapore hosts a Beyond Afternoon Tea – we are talking revamped tiered selections of social bites featureing a line-up of crusty toast topped with Crab and Avocado, Signature Hot Garlic Chicken Wings, Homemade Mala Otah Stuffed in Crab Shell and Pulled Pork and Slowed Braised Onion Garlic Cream Cheese Sliders. MENU
Have some Smoked Duck Tartlet and pair it with $15++ G&Ts or 1 for 1 Bubbles & wines.
Available daily from 5pm to 9pm at S$39++ per person.
1864 AT SOFITEL SINGAPORE CITY CENTRE
Given Sofitel Singapore City Centre‘s downtown CBD location, it’s a little tempting to conduct a business meeting over Elegant Hi-Tea at its stylish bar and tea lounge 1864. Interestingly, the F&B venue was named for the very year the Tanjong Pagar Dock Company was founded; it witnessed the beginning of the district’s meteoric rise from fishing village to the financial hub it is today.
Take your pick from savoury highlights featuring the likes of Truffle Egg Mayo Sandwich and Stuffed Camembert Cheese and House-cured Salmon Tartare on Buckwheat Blinis, followed through with sweet offerings such as Green Tea Adzuki Bean Cake, Jivara Raspberry Tart and even Sofitel Macarons.
The experience is complemented by a selection of 13 blends of grand cru coffee by Nespresso as well as TWG Teas including the hotel’s exclusive Singapour Je T’aime tea blend. Level up with barrel-aged cocktails that 1864 is known for – the As It Is! Barrel-Aged Cocktail is available for an additional $20.
Available daily at S$78++ for two.
SKAI AT SWISSOTEL THE STAMFORD
Few would dispute the fact that SKAI Restaurant has scaled the heights of the ultimate afternoon tea experience with its SKAI High Tea. Located on the 70th floor of Swissôtel The Stamford, SKAI’s incredible views of downtown Singapore and the harbour are a great match for the Japanese- and Asian-inspired high tea experience presented in a stand resembling a stylised Japanese tree with cherry blossoms. Executive Chef Paul Hallett, known for his culinary philosophy centred on quality produce, and Executive Pastry Chef Ming Choong, armed with two decades of pastry experience, joined hands to create this delicious showcase of tea-time treats. Consider levelling up with a caviar top-up featuring Kaviari Kristal Caviar, 30g bellini and creme fraiche at S$150. MENU
Available from Sunday to Friday at S$60++ per adult; S$30++ per child (6 to 12 years old)
LE BAR AT SOFITEL SINGAPORE SENTOSA RESORT & SPA
Playing on the theme of White Valentine’s Day, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa’s Le Bar is where you oughta better half for afternoon tea in a resort setting – better yet, come for tea and stay the night! Sofitel pampers with delicate bites such as Mascarpone Chantilly Pain de Gene, Whipped Strawberry Ganache Almond Tart or the Smoked Salmon Wrap with Tobiko. MENU
Available daily until 31 Mar 2021 at $68++ for two with free-flowing TWG Tea and Nespresso Coffee
Top up:
$36++ for two glasses of champagne
$24++ for two glasses of Rose OR Mimosas
$88++ for a bottle of champagne
SPECIAL MENTION: ATLAS BAR
Developer Chyau Fwu Group, the Hwang family, has been leaving its mark in Asia in the last two decades – think Parkview Green in Beijing, Hotel Eclat in Taipei and Parkview Deco in Shanghai – and it is a treat to be able to enjoy the beautiful interiors of Parkview Square from its grand lobby and bar ATLAS.
While we remember ATLAS a a cocktail bar with the world’s most envied collection of gins – Vicky Hwang was instrumental in making this bar one of a kind – it is also the home to a classy afternoon tea. Savoury treats include 5j Iberico jamon toast, lobster crostini, pumpkin quiche with cream cheese while the sweet offerings include items such as passionfruit cheesecake and raspberry financier.
True to the Hwang family’s Taiwanese roots, the broad curated selection premium tea shows great appreciation for it. The Milk Oolong from Taiwan is a buttery and mineral forward tea with a hint of spice; also from the island that celebrates tea is the Formosa Oriental Beauty – coined the champagne of oolongs – with a rich honey character.
Available daily: ATLAS Selection $56; Prestige Selection $60
