Where to find the finest afternoon tea in Central
Amid Central's bustling streets, some peace and silence also await in the form of afternoon tea.
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Amid Central's bustling streets, some peace and silence also await in the form of afternoon tea. So, we've curated a list of afternoon tea experiences in the district to check out while you're in the neighborhood. Located in renowned hotels or tea lounges, these experiences all serve treats that’ll lift your spirits up and give you a brief respite from your busy day. From sandwiches to flaky scones and pastries and a selection of aromatic teas and robust coffees, these afternoon tea spots are perfect when you're looking for a touch of class in the heart of the city.
Café Causette
Café Cassette in the Mandarin Oriental delights diners with its diverse selection of global cuisines. Their afternoon tea menu is equally impressive, presenting an array of dishes that are just what you need for a classy tea experience. Try an assortment of sandwiches, including a prawn cocktail with mango and lettuce, flavorful egg salad with mayonnaise, cilantro, and cucumber, and the refreshing poached salmon with sour cream, lemon, and dill. If you’re craving something sweet to go with your tea, Café Cassette also offers a variety of desserts, like mango passion fruit cheesecake and carrot cake.
Quick facts
- Where – M/F, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central
- When – Monday to Sunday, 3 - 6 p.m.
- Price – $$$$
- Phone – +852 2825 4005
- Menu
- Website
Clipper Lounge
Also in the swanky Mandarin Oriental, Clipper Lounge offers the perfect springtime experience with their afternoon tea. From sandwiches, including the coronation chicken with raisins, almonds and apricots, to their freshly baked scones accompanied by decadent clotted cream, it's an ideal way to spend a cozy midday break. And what's afternoon tea without a wide selection of teas? Clipper Lounge features a special Saicho sparkling tea sourced from tea farms spanning China, India and Japan. Or you can unwind from the demands of the day with classic tea options, like fragrant Jasmine, Hojicha and soothing Darjeeling.
Quick facts
- Where – M/F, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central
- When – Monday to Friday, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 - 3:45 p.m., 4 - 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
- Price – $$$$
- Phone – +852 2825 4007
- Menu
- Website
Le Salon de Thé de Joël Robuchon
Enjoy tea time at this French tea salon, where a range of sandwiches, cakes, breads and hot cuppas await you. Their specially crafted afternoon tea set is designed for two people to share and enjoy. Delight in a selection of treats like their smoked salmon sandwich, mini deep-fried chicken burger and the ham and leek quiche. As you move on to the pastry portion of your afternoon tea experience, relish in the flavors of the Madeleine with Peanut Praline, the Pistachio Macaron and the Raspberry and Lychee Mousse. All this is a complement to a wide selection of fine coffees and teas like Blackcurrant & Hibiscus or Lemongrass & Ginger.
Quick facts
- Where – Shop 2045A, Podium Level 2, IFC mall, 8 Finance Street, Central
- When – Monday to Sunday, 3 - 6 p.m.
- Price – $$$
- Phone – +852 2234 7422
- Menu
- Website
Madame Fu
Available until April 30, Madame Fu’s "Springtime Euphoria" afternoon tea set offers sensory dishes like the Sakura Eton Mess, Raspberry Religieuse, and the Chamomile Double Fomage Tartlet. For dessert, satisfy your sweet tooth with treats like their Earl Grey Mille Crepe Cake and Dark Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Coulis accompanied by a scoop of Häagen-Dazs Vanilla Ice Cream. Everything is served on ceramics from Wedgwood, a British ceramic brand with a century-old legacy, for an extra-classy touch. Don't miss the opportunity to try this afternoon tea set before it's gone.
Quick facts
- Where – 3rd Floor, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, No. 10 Hollywood Road, Central
- When – Monday to Sunday, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
- Price – $$$
- Phone – +852 2114 2118
- Menu
- Website
The Lounge
The Lounge has so much to offer for their afternoon tea experience. To start, they have savory dishes such as the Yellow Wine Morel Mushroom on Milk Toast with Hibiscus Powder and Braised Wagyu Beef Rib Tartelette, Beetroot Gel and Crispy Shallot. On the sweet side, try the Yuzu Inspiration Chocolate Olive Oil Cake and the Pistachio and Lemon Macarons. But, the true stars of the afternoon tea are their signature scones, which you can enjoy alongside their Homemade Forest Berries Jam with Phsalis-apricot Jam and Devonshire Cream. If you’re vegan or looking for gluten-free options, they've got you covered with dishes like the Tomato with Quinoa, Purple Potato with Guacamole and Mango and Asparagus Sandwich as well as sweet treats like vegan and gluten-free chocolate cake and seed cake with grapes.
Quick facts
- Where – Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central
- When – Monday to Saturday, 2:30 - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 3 - 6 p.m.
- Price – $$
- Phone – +852 3196-8882
- Menu
- Website
Garden Lounge at The Murray
The Murray Afternoon Tea menu at Garden Lounge offers an assortment of sweet delights, from freshly baked scones to cheesecakes, choux pastries and tarts. But, if savory options are more to your liking, the Garden Lounge also offers quiches and sandwiches that are sure to fill your cravings. Or consider going for the Murray Jing Tea Afternoon Tea menu that comes with bites such as the Baby Abalone Puff Pastry, the Black Truffle Chicken Roll Sandwich and the Avocado Shrimp Tart.
Quick facts
- Where –UG Level, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
- When – Monday to Sunday, 2:45 - 4:15 p.m., 4:30 - 6 p.m.
- Price – $$$
- Phone – +852 3141 8888
- Menu
- Website
Sevva
Sevva offers an exquisite afternoon tea set designed for two, featuring their renowned high-tea concept. Their sweets lineup showcases treats like caramel crunch cake and chocolate tartlets. On the savory side, Sevva has mini Wagyu burgers and a truffle-infused angel hair pasta that’ll fill your belly. But it's a particularly popular choice for afternoon tea because of the 360-degree view of the Hong Kong skyline, so calling ahead might be a good idea.
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