4 Best Afternoon Teas in Hong Kong

Dress in your finest and take a seat in The Peninsula Hong Kong's opulent lobby for a feeling akin to sitting in a period drama. At about HK$718 for 2 people, it’s on the pricey side but the Tiffany china cups, Sheffield silverware, live string quartet, and fancy treats by Chef François Delaire make it worth the cost.

All the classics are served at this afternoon tea, including smoked salmon, cucumber sandwiches, scones (with genuine Devon clotted cream) and fancy cakes. Smart casual dress code applies. The Peninsula Afternoon Tea is available every day from 2pm to 6pm. 

Café 103 at The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong attracts tea and cake lovers with its signature afternoon tea, which takes place on the 103rd level of the International Commerce Centre (ICC).

You'll be treated to unique sweet and savoury treats by executive pastry chef Richard Long. It costs around HK$398 per set (additional HK$510 for a glass of Dom Perignon 2009 Champagne). The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong is directly connected to Elements Shopping Mall, so you can combine a stop at Café 103 afternoon tea with shopping.

Woobar's Afternoon Tea Set at W Hong Kong is a modern interpretation of the afternoon tea experience in Hong Kong. The focus here is on sweet treats in all shapes and sizes by Culinary Chef Robert Nilsson, with an option of sparkling wine.

If you would rather ditch the tradition and go with something modern, Woobar's afternoon tea will not disappoint. It costs around HK$488 for 2 people and HK$638 if you want to enjoy your afternoon tea with Chandon sparkling wine.

The Langham Hong Kong is widely considered as the original commercial afternoon tea experience in the city, so authenticity is one of its main draws. Harbour views from the lobby lounge present a beautiful backdrop for those looking to treat themselves to a British-style afternoon tea in Hong Kong. 

The experience takes place at Palm Court, and uses chinaware from Wedgewood to serve mango mille-feuille, earl grey-infused Yorkshire tea loaf, and Wedgwood specialty teas.