Where to enjoy the best high tea in the Klang Valley

From 3pm to 6pm daily, the Lobby Lounge at The Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur offers a serene escape for afternoon tea. Nestled amidst beautifully kept water gardens and towering trees, it’s a haven for garden-lovers. Unwind and rejuvenate over scones, tea, and good company. 

The latest reiteration of the Lobby Lounge’s classic high tea set is the Enchanting Rose Afternoon Tea Delight in collaboration with Lancome, available throughout May in conjunction with Mother’s Day.

Call +603 2786 2378 or email dining.kl@shangri-la.com for reservations

Sit down to cake and coffee at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur’s Altitude, where you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the city skyline from 53 floors above. Available from 3pm to 5pm daily, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur’s extraordinary afternoon tea boasts subtle Japanese inspiration and is sure to keep the merriment high even long after you leave.

Call +603 2113 1888  or email kualalumpur@banyantree.com for reservations

Speaking of heights, have you tried the Grand Garden Tea Party at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur’s swanky Thirty8? Available from noon till 5pm, the garden-inspired afternoon tea boasts a menu that features locally-sourced ingredients, curated by Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur head pastry chef Low Kin Kang in collaboration with Julien Perrinet, executive pastry chef of Hyatt Asia Pacific, based at Park Hyatt Tokyo.

Unconventional combinations in the menu are sure to delight your palate, from beetroot shortbread with chicken mousse and black truffle to a crispy Chicken Kataifi roll and a delicious vanilla cream Cassis Flower filled with cassis plum jam and matcha tea financier filling. Priced at RM128 per person on weekdays and RM158 per person on weekends, the Grand Garden Tea Party set is actually inspired by the lush surroundings of the nearby KLCC Park.   

WhatsApp +6012 621 9869 or email restaurant.kuagh@hyatt.com for reservations

The Ritzy Afternoon Tea at The Lobby Lounge is as legendary as it is decadent. Picture live piano music as piping hot savouries, immaculate pastries, finger sandwiches, soft scones, and fragrant teas are served up in front of you.      

Call +60 18 623 0036 or email reservation@ritzcarltonkl.com for reservations

For classic afternoon tea served in nostalgic surroundings, the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s high tea at the Colonial Café comes to mind. Enjoy it in the old-world grandeur of the Drawing Room or immerse yourself in a floral wonderland when enjoying tea and scones at the Orchid Conservatory.

Laying aside the eatery’s dreamy ambience, the Majestic Afternoon Tea is delicious in every bite, from dainty finger sandwiches and hot savouries to melt-in-your-mouth scones with clotted cream.

Call +603 2785 8000 or email enquiry@majestickl.com for reservations

When you're in the mood to elevate your afternoon tea routine in a plush and cosy setting, pay a visit to The Lounge at Four Seasons for dainty and delicious finger sandwiches such as Konbi egg sando, smoked brisket and caramel chestnut chicken, or indulge in chocolate brownies, frangipane tarts, and a choice of classic or blueberry scones with cacao nibs, served with Cornish cream, rose water butter, and mango jam.  

Call +603 2382 8888 or email res.kualalumpur@fourseasons.com for reservations

Available on weekdays only from 3pm to 6pm, the Afternoon Tea at Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Kuala Lumpur promises a properly pampering British high tea experience, featuring an interactive tea trolley experience and bite-sized creations like miniature beef wellingtons, lobster rolls, 64 per cent Manjari chocolate tarts, Italian mille-feuille and more inspired by the restaurant’s most iconic dishes. The Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Kuala Lumpur Afternoon Tea is priced at RM169.00+ for two or RM299.00+ for four, with an additional RM99.00+ for an extra person with the purchase of an Afternoon Tea set.

Call +603 7492 8000 or email gordonramsay.rsvp@sunwayhotels.com for reservations

Did you know that OneSixFive Lounge at InterContinental Kuala Lumpur has not one, but four distinct high tea sets? These include The Secret Garden High Tea, Hidden Gems High Tea, Bird of Paradise High Tea, and the grand dame of the lot–the Royal Hi-Tea, which has two iterations. 

In conjunction with the hotel’s 13th anniversary, The Hidden Gems high tea set is available at RM130 daily from 2pm to 5pm until April 30, 2024.

Call +603 2782 6000 or email info@ickualalumpur.com.my for reservations

Available from now till September 30, the Hibiscus Afternoon Tea at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara’s Le Bar Cocktails and Stories Lounge boasts a colourful curated menu inspired by Malaysia’s national flower, the hibiscus. Start with a selection of cranberry scones served with homemade strawberry, hibiscus jam, and coconut Chantilly cream. From hibiscus rose macarons to red velvet madeleines, the sweet delights on this menu are sure to impress. 

Savouries include immaculate creations such as lime-cured salmon rillettes and a tiger prawn mosaic on chilli Shio pan bread with smoked paprika gel.

Call +6017 511 7725 or email ha123-fb@sofitel.com for reservations

Ready to take a bite out of The Big Apple? Available at The Alchemy, the New Yorker Afternoon Tea takes inspiration from the bustling streets (and eats) of New York City, boasting handcrafted savoury pastries and delicious desserts, available between 3pm to 6pm. 

WhatsApp or call +60 18 623 0891 for reservations 

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