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The Best High Tea in Toronto

Abbie North

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Abbie North

The Best High Tea in Toronto

The Best Spots for High Tea in Toronto: Indulge in Elegant Afternoon Tea Experiences

Have you ever dreamed of stepping into a charming English countryside setting? High tea in Toronto offers a perfect escape from the city’s hustle and bustle, transporting you to a world of warm, milky tea, delicate finger sandwiches, sweet macarons, and fluffy cakes—all served on tiered platters.

Once a traditional afternoon meal to combat hunger, high tea has evolved into a popular social activity, perfect for celebrating birthdays, bridal showers, or treating yourself and your loved ones to a luxurious experience. Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day or simply seeking an afternoon of indulgence, high tea is a timeless way to unwind and enjoy great conversation.

Check out our list of the best spots for high tea in Toronto, where you can enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of elegance, relaxation, and delicious treats.

Casa Loma

Featuring premium teas, gourmet pastries and a majestic ambiance, "yes, I'm having high tea at the caste," is a sentence you can say to your friends if you check out Casa Loma's high tea experience.

Casa Loma

Featuring premium teas, gourmet pastries and a majestic ambiance, "yes, I'm having high tea at the caste," is a sentence you can say to your friends if you check out Casa Loma's high tea experience.

Yorkville

4 Avenue Rd

Joni Restaurant

Featuring a tasting menu of curated sweets and savouries from Joni kitchen paired with tea selections from Sloane Tea, high tea at Joni is the perfect way to unwind.

Joni Restaurant

Yorkville

4 Avenue Rd

Featuring a tasting menu of curated sweets and savouries from Joni kitchen paired with tea selections from Sloane Tea, high tea at Joni is the perfect way to unwind.

Astor Lounge

A signature high tea service offered daily in the Astor Lounge at the St.Regis Hotel.

Astor Lounge

A signature high tea service offered daily in the Astor Lounge at the St.Regis Hotel.

Clockwork

Served Saturday and Sunday, enjoy house-made scones, pastries and sandwiches while sipping on Fairmont-curated teas.

Clockwork

Served Saturday and Sunday, enjoy house-made scones, pastries and sandwiches while sipping on Fairmont-curated teas.

Harbord Village

201 Harbord St

Bampot Bohemian House of Tea

Coffee & Tea

Bampot Bohemian House of Tea offers a two or three tiered tea platters filled with unique savoury items like falafel and hummus paired with classic desserts.

Bampot Bohemian House of Tea

Harbord Village

201 Harbord St

Bampot Bohemian House of Tea offers a two or three tiered tea platters filled with unique savoury items like falafel and hummus paired with classic desserts.

Coffee & Tea

Yonge and Lawrence

3343 Yonge St Fl 2

T-Buds

Coffee & Tea

Take a break from the bustling nature of life in the city and enjoy T-Buds variety of high tea services to suite your appetite and preferences.

T-Buds

Yonge and Lawrence

3343 Yonge St Fl 2

Take a break from the bustling nature of life in the city and enjoy T-Buds variety of high tea services to suite your appetite and preferences.

Coffee & Tea

Windsor Arms Hotel

If the name doesn't already give it away, Windsor Arms Hotel brings a British experience to the heart of the city. Floral china cups, loose-leaf teas and hand-crafted dainty sweets and savouries are what can be expected at this elegant hotel.

Windsor Arms Hotel

If the name doesn't already give it away, Windsor Arms Hotel brings a British experience to the heart of the city. Floral china cups, loose-leaf teas and hand-crafted dainty sweets and savouries are what can be expected at this elegant hotel.

Dundas West

1414 Dundas St W

Kitten and The Bear

Coffee & Tea

You can bring the experience of high tea to your doorstep with Kitten and The Bear's scone and tea boxes filled with seasonal marmalades, the classic cucumber sandwiches and house tea blends.

Kitten and The Bear

Dundas West

1414 Dundas St W

You can bring the experience of high tea to your doorstep with Kitten and The Bear's scone and tea boxes filled with seasonal marmalades, the classic cucumber sandwiches and house tea blends.

Coffee & Tea

Shangri-La Lobby Lounge and Bar

Surrounded by sculptures and two-story windows, Shangri-La offers a Canadian-style menu and a selection of premium teas.

Shangri-La Lobby Lounge and Bar

Surrounded by sculptures and two-story windows, Shangri-La offers a Canadian-style menu and a selection of premium teas.

Entertainment District

181 Wellington St W

The Ritz Carlton Toronto

A selection of curds and jams paired with homemade bread and sponges brings a traditional British service to the city.

The Ritz Carlton Toronto

Entertainment District

181 Wellington St W

A selection of curds and jams paired with homemade bread and sponges brings a traditional British service to the city.

Etobicoke

9 Old Mill Rd

Old Mill Toronto

Having perfected the timeless ritual of afternoon tea, the Old Mill offers an elegant dining experience filled with French pastries, British cream and signature and specialty teas.

Old Mill Toronto

Etobicoke

9 Old Mill Rd

Having perfected the timeless ritual of afternoon tea, the Old Mill offers an elegant dining experience filled with French pastries, British cream and signature and specialty teas.

Ladurée Tea Salon

Set in Parisian-style tea rooms, this French-inspired experience offers tea, coffee or hot chocolate accompanied by classic pastries.

Ladurée Tea Salon

Set in Parisian-style tea rooms, this French-inspired experience offers tea, coffee or hot chocolate accompanied by classic pastries.

St Lawrence

37 King St E

The Omni King Edward Hotel

With an endless option of teas, The Omni King Edward Hotel is the perfect place to indulge in cakes, seasonal blends and sandwiches with all your loved ones.

The Omni King Edward Hotel

St Lawrence

37 King St E

With an endless option of teas, The Omni King Edward Hotel is the perfect place to indulge in cakes, seasonal blends and sandwiches with all your loved ones.

Library Bar at The Fairmont Royal York

Timeless delicates featuring an infamous high-tea must have; a warm scone covered in berry compote and freshly whipped cream.

Library Bar at The Fairmont Royal York

Timeless delicates featuring an infamous high-tea must have; a warm scone covered in berry compote and freshly whipped cream.

Holts Café Bloor Street

Chic eatery inside Holt Renfrew offering sweet and savory finger-food that resemble reimagined British classics like scones, sandwiches, sponges and a range of teas sure to satisfy British royalty.

Holts Café Bloor Street

Chic eatery inside Holt Renfrew offering sweet and savory finger-food that resemble reimagined British classics like scones, sandwiches, sponges and a range of teas sure to satisfy British royalty.