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Hong Kong is a sprawling metropolis with a huge population, and an even larger history. It’s a remarkable city to visit, and locals can tell you about just how much there is to do! Whether you’re passing through, planning a trip to Hong Kong Disneyland with a few days in the city, or looking for some new places to check out, we’ve got you covered! Hong Kong is a tea lover’s paradise. With strong British roots, and an unmistakably Southeast Asian influence, tea drinking has a very strong presence here. That’s probably got you wondering, ‘where’s the best place for afternoon tea in Hong Kong?’
What’s the Best Place for Afternoon Tea in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong is full of restaurants, bars, and sprawling nightlife and endless cultural sites to visit. We’ll show you some of our favorite places for the perfect afternoon tea service in Hong Kong, so you can plan your itinerary accordingly!
The Envoy
The Envoy is the ideal place to revel in a uniquely Hong Kong take on British Colonial design and atmosphere. This is the place to get a bonafide, traditional British afternoon tea service. Escape the bustle of the streets below with their gorgeous balcony. Situated in and amongst the concrete and glass jungle making up downtown Hong Kong, you’ll get to enjoy the mix of serenity and excitement this city has to offer. Step into a deeply inspired menu and venue at The Envoy.
If you’d like a casual, yet scaled-up afternoon tea service, this might just be the best place for afternoon tea in Hong Kong for you! Speaking of their menu, the selections are absolutely mouthwatering. Choose from a handpicked variety of small savouries and sweets of which you can enjoy 6 with your tea. Afterwards, there’s a cake list that you’ve got to see to believe! If nutella brownies with sea-salt ice cream, and yuzu cheesecake sound like they’re up your alley, this is the place for you! Visit the Envoy for the perfect combination of old a new to experience Hong Kong’s take on Colonial British tea culture.
The Butterfly Room
Elegance is on the menu at The Butterfly Room in downtown Hong Kong. The pastry, cakes and sweets on offer are simply artistic in their presentation, making for a wonderfully luxurious and decadent dining experience for a metropolitain afternoon tea service you won’t soon forget!
Afternoon tea can be booked online, available between 1:30 and 7:30pm. If you really want to treat yourself during the course of your stay in Hong Kong, this might be one of the best afternoon tea services out there! The focus is on the details, with every piece of your service reflecting the dedication and skill that goes into creating some of the eye catching, and mouth watering sweets that will make up your tea service. Casual, simple yet elegant in atmosphere and presentation, The Butterfly Room is the perfect venue for afternoon tea if you want to stop for a moment and slow down a little.
Clipper Lounge
The Clipper lounge is a delightfully modern venue for enjoying a scrumptious and light afternoon tea in Hong Kong. You’ll feel relaxed with their toned-down atmosphere and service, all designed around giving you an intimate and enjoyable afternoon tea service to remember! The Clipper Lounge is a socialite destination, so you may even see some VIP’s there, too. There’s a light oriental theme to this lounge, paying homage to Hong Kong from floor to ceiling. This lounge makes our list because it’s the perfect meeting place to enjoy some wonderful afternoon tea with friends or family. On that note, this would also be the perfect place for afternoon tea, or a champagne brunch on your next business trip!
Joel Robuchon
L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon is a truly exclusive experience for those visiting Hong Kong. You’ll be met with the majesty of this 3-Michelin Star award winning lounge that will absolutely take your breath away. This place has all of the sleek, elegant allure of a street-side underground bar. Complete with low light and a delightfully exclusive feeling that will leave you feeling like Hong Kong elite. This is the perfect place for afternoon tea in Hong Kong. And you’re going to want to leave with a few pictures. L’Atelier offers a French take on the traditional afternoon tea service with all of the trimmings. What will you order?
The Langham
This is just about the closest thing to a traditional British tea room that you’ll find in Hong Kong. The Langham is a gorgeous location where all of your dreams of an authentic tea service can come true. Right in the heart of Hong Kong. Palm Court makes up their tea lounge, where you’ll be able to sit in a deeply London-inspired atmosphere that takes you out of the city completely! Seriously, you’re going to want to take the chance for some instagram photo-ops here! These British inspired chairs and sofa lounge, tall ceilings and lavish trimmings will make you feel like absolute royalty! The tea service itself is just as stunning. You’ll be treated to a sweet selection of offerings presented in a luxurious and eye catching placement.
With any luck, you’ve decided on the best place for afternoon tea in Hong Kong! If you’re anything like me, you’re probably pleasantly surprised with the rich variety of well established tea rooms and lounges in Hong Kong! Let us know where your travels take you, and don’t forget to snap a few pictures!
