From The Ritz-Carlton to SKAI at Swissôtel The Stamford, here are some of the best afternoon teas in Singapore

What’s not to love about afternoon tea? If it were up to us, we’d quite rather be gorging on scones, savouries and pastries every day of the week. There’s nothing quite like whiling the afternoon away, peacefully sipping on a hot cup of tea whilst heartily indulging the palate—and these are the most decadent and sumptuous afternoon teas the city has to offer. Our eyes are fixed on these menus.

Skai High Tea

In partnership with Artistory and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Skai introduces ‘Gathering of The Greats, A Wave from The East’; a bespoke high tea experience inspired by the renowned print series, Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji. Available until 1 July 2023, Skai underwent a captivating transformation including artistically adorning the Swissôtel The Stamford’s lobby and Skai’s iconic foyer staircase to resemble the famous Under the Wave off Kanagawa. As for treats, they come as a mix of savoury and sweet expertly designed with Houkai’s prints and created with a subtle Japanese influence. Highlights include the Eel with hummus and olive oil pearls, Chocolate Fuji with mango passionfruit coulis, and Sudachi Macaron infused with cream cheese and Japanese citrus. As for à la carte drinks, enjoy the special latte, Umi No Kisu with butterfly pea flowers and sakura, or Horizon Gate, a blue pea flower- and passionfruit- cocktail that’s available as a mocktail, too. 

Reserve via Skai’s website and be eligible to participate in an exclusive lucky draw. You could win a two-night stay in Swissôtel Nankai Osaka’s Swiss Executive Room, inclusive of a buffet breakfast at Table36 and access to the Swiss Executive Lounge.

Katsushika Hokusai-Inspired Afternoon Tea
Time: 3pm to 5pm daily
Price: S$68 per adult | S$34 per child (6 to 12 years old)

SKAI
Level 70
Swissôtel The Stamford
2 Stamford Road
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6431 6156

Anti:dote

Anti:dote is back with a new afternoon tea menu, Father’s Day Afternoon Tea, which is available until 30 June 2023. For the love of food and Father’s Day, indulge in an enticing afternoon tea as a treat for the senses with Dad. You can expect a spread of sweet and savoury bites served to you in a pristine white chest. Savour perfectly salted Smoked Salmon Gravlax complemented with trout roe or Cotto Jolly Ham with refreshing Pineapple Salsa and creamy feta. The creative desserts are sweeter than you this Father’s Day, with Beer Mug Jelly topped with popping candy, Hojicha Mascarpone on pistachio tea cake and more. Opt to amp up your afternoon tea with amuse bouches; a Foie Gras Mousse or 65°C Organic Egg, or both. Specially curated cocktails and a mocktail are other add-ons. 

Father’s Day Afternoon Tea
Time: 3pm to 5pm daily
Price: Starting at S$58 per person

Anti:dote
Level 1
Fairmont Singapore
80 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189580
Tel: +65 6431 6156

The Landing Point

The Landing Point celebrates creativity and individuality with the Expressions Afternoon Tea. Reminiscent of nature’s wild and diverse flora, the pastries are served on a custom-made tiered tray in a whimsical ensemble of vivid colours, shapes and forms. The menu includes petite savouries such as Marinated Boston Lobster complemented with dehydrated shio kombu and brioche as well as Smoked Salmon topped with exquisite nomad caviar and pickled onion. For those with a sweet tooth, indulge in the Lychee Rose, lychee crémeux with rose financier and cassis confit, Kopi & PB Toast, kopi frangipane with salted peanut butter crémeux and shortcrust pastry, and more. Afternoon tea comes with a pot of TWG tea or Bacha Coffee. There are also specially curated menus for whatever dietary restrictions you might have; just let them know two days in advance.

Expressions Afternoon Tea
Time: 3pm to 5.30pm (Mon to Fri) | 12pm to 2.30pm | 3.30pm to 6pm (Sat to Sun, and on public holidays)
Price: S$62 per adult, S$31 per child (Mon to Thurs) | S$68 per adult, S$34 per child (Fri to Sun and on public holidays)

The Landing Point
The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore
80 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049326
Tel: +65 3129 8557

Brasserie Les Saveurs

Wonder what the French have for their afternoon teas? Turns out, not too different from their counterparts across the channel – at least, according to the spread here. Presented in a three-tiered stand, enjoy savoury canapes, pastries and sweets from the St Regis Spring Afternoon Tea menu. Highlights include the Lobster & Green Peas Tartlet, Strawberry Rhubarb Tart, Gianduja Madeleine and a St Regis scone basket. Complete your menu with a selection of TWG Tea or freshly brewed coffee, as well as a glass or bottle of R de Ruinart Brut NV Champagne. This menu is here for a limited time, until 20 June 2023.

St Regis Spring Afternoon Tea
Time: 3pm to 5pm (Mon to Sat); 4pm to 6pm (Sun)
Price: From S$59 per person (Mon to Fri); from S$66 per person (Sat to Sun)

Brasserie Les Saveurs
The St. Regis Singapore
Lobby Level
29 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247811
Tel: +65 6506 6887

Ginger.Lily

Located at the resplendent Hilton Singapore Orchard, botanical-inspired tearoom Ginger.Lily invites you to the Orchard Trail Experience, a slow and timeless afternoon tea experience. Begin with a warm selection of savouries, such as the Salted Crusted Pork Bun and Mini Lobster Roll, before moving on to the sweets, like freshly baked Vanilla Madagascar and Golden Raisins House Scones, which come served with clotted cream, cinnamon chocolate ganache, and a signature Ginger.Lily jam.

The main event, however, is pastry chef Cindy Khoo’s repertoire of sweet treats, infused with botanicals and spices. In a charming pink storybook-shaped dessert drawer, you’d find a Blue Hibiscus Bar and Spiced Apple Tatin, which brings together the sweet and spicy notes of cloves, black pepper and gingerbread spice. There’s more to look forward to, and of course, a selection of 10 premium tea varieties. Try the special Ginger.Lily House Blend or add on S$78 for a glass of champagne

Ginger.Lily Orchard Trail Afternoon Tea
Time: 1pm to 3pm; 3:30pm to 5:30pm (Mon-Sun)
Price: From S$58 Per Person

Ginger.Lily
Level 5
Hilton Singapore Orchard
333 Orchard Rd
Singapore 238867
Tel:  +65 6831 6273

Atlas

Exuding Old-World glamour and charm, Atlas is both grand lobby and bar merged seamlessly into one, and it most certainly checks all the boxes for a classy afternoon tea session. The Atlas Afternoon Tea set comes in a lovely rose-gold two-tiered stand, comprising a European-style selection of savouries and sweets by executive chef Lachlan ‘Loki’ Lynch, such as the lobster choux, sour cherry financier and banana almond éclair. Those game enough for a more decadent variety of teas should opt for the Prestige tea selection, which offers such fascinating selections as Muscat White and Peach Green Oolong.

Atlas Afternoon Tea
Time: 3pm & 4pm (Tues to Sat)
Price: S$64 per person

Atlas
Parkview Square
600 North Bridge Road
Singapore 188778
Tel: +65 6396 4466

Colony

Embark on a gastronomic journey with Colony’s afternoon tea menu to get a true taste of Singapore. Served in a five-tiered ceramic tiffin, The Journey Afternoon Tea features Pumpkin Kaya-Cheese Sandwich, Tandoori Chicken Salsa and Impossible™ Shepherd’s Tart, amongst other savouries. You’ll also enjoy unlimited servings of desserts, meaning that everyone can binge on scones, mini tarts, pastries and cakes. Other à la carte items are also available at a separate rate. The Journey Afternoon Tea includes a flute of Champagne Barons de Rothschild Réserve Ritz Brut NV or fruity Prosecco and Colony’s selection of teas from Tea Bone Zen Mind.

The Journey Afternoon Tea
Time: 3.30pm to 5.30pm (Mon to Sat)
Price: S$65 per person

Colony
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
7 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039799
Tel: +65 6434 5288

L’Espresso

Goodwood Park Hotel’s cafe L’Espresso is a top choice destination for English Afternoon tea. Presented as a buffet, you can eat to your heart’s content with a major assortment of dainty sandwiches, pastries, scones as well as serving up a range of local delights, such as the Chicken Curry with Roti Prata, carvings of Beef Wellington with Red Wine Sauce, delicious desserts and more. The menu also includes a serving of tea or coffee from a premium selection of coffee and TWG Tea.

English Afternoon Tea Buffet with Local Favourites
Time : 12pm to 2:30pm, 3pm to 5:30pm (Mon to Fri); 11am to 1pm, 1:30pm to 3:30pm, 4pm to 6pm (Sat to Sun, and on public holidays)
Price:  S$65 per adult; S$39 per child (Mon to Thurs) ; S$68 per adult; S$40.80 per child (Fri to Sunday)

L’Espresso
Goodwood Park Hotel
Lobby Level
22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Tel: +65 6730 1743

Pacific Marketplace

Can’t decide where to head for afternoon tea? Start with the Pacific Marketplace’s Panache of Singapore Afternoon Tea menu. Enjoy a dizzying array of savouries and sweets, including the Singaporean Chilli Crab Brioche Roll, Lychee Chestnut Gâteaux, Durian Choux and more. Each set includes a pot of TWG Tea or Bacha Coffee of choice. If you want to enhance your tasting, you can get a glass of Copenhagen Sparkling Tea or Brewberry Colada for S$62 per diner or a glass of Champagne Brut NV or Espresso Noisette for S$72 per diner.

Panache of Singapore Afternoon Tea
Time: 12pm to 6pm (Daily)
Price: From S$52 per person

Pacific Marketplace
Pan Pacific Singapore
7 Raffles Boulevard
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6826 8240

The Lobby Lounge

For a taste of locality, InterContinental Singapore’s Heritage Royale Luxury Afternoon Tea hits the mark. Tuck into Singapore-inspired dishes such as Ayam Buah Keluak Crostini, comprising braised chicken in tamarind and nut paste; Caviar and Smoked Salmon Pumpernickel comprising premium Kaluga caviar and brie cheese; alongside a local favourite – Chilli Lobster Sandwich enveloped within a mini roll with crushed peanuts. The experience is accompanied with two flutes of Taittinger Brut Reserve or you can further elevate it with a bottle of Prelude Grand Crus.

Heritage Royale Luxury Afternoon Tea
Time: 1pm to 3pm, 3.30pm to 5.30pm (Mon to Sun)
Price: Starting from S$228 for two persons

The Lobby Lounge
InterContinental Singapore
80 Middle Road
Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6338 7600