The Cape Arid Rooms, in the south-eastern wing of the State Buildings, is known for its excellent high tea in Perth.

They offer tea per taste note – sweet and mellow, vibrant and refreshing, rich and bold, and light and aromatic. They also have a ‘rare and precious’ tea classification.

We like that they brew each tea at the ideal temperature so anyone can enjoy the beverages at their best.

But if you’re not a tea fan, their espresso has different flavours too. This includes short black, short macchiato, cappuccino, latte, flat white, and long macchiato, alongside their milk alternatives.

On the other hand, different kinds of champagne and wine are available too. 

These beverages complement their tasty delights like egg sandwiches, coffee almond éclair, cocoa sponge, cookies, and the like. Yet, some clients noted that some options are too sweet for their taste.

Their location has warm and lovely interiors as well. It consists of 3 interconnected rooms with detailed watercolour and ink paintings on the walls, high ceilings, and timber-shuttered windows.

However, some booked events may occasionally cause a lot of noise and interrupt the dining experience of other customers.

Cape Arid Rooms’ high tea services are available Wednesday to Sunday from 12 noon to 5 pm. Just note that a 24-hour advanced reservation is required.

We recommend Lavender Bistro because their high tea in Perth is freshly sourced from the Swan Valley and beyond.

As seen in their name, they’re famous for their lavender scones, macaroons, and other lavender-infused treats. Many like their hot savouries, gourmet finger sandwiches, and handmade cakes too.

These go perfectly with their tea options – Lavender, English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Chai,

Green, Chamomile, Peppermint, and Roobios (decaf tea). Coffee and chocolate drinks are also available.

Their high tea is served for a minimum of 2 between 10 am and 4 pm. They classify this under Top, Middle, and Bottom Tier, depending on the selection of food chosen.

Besides sweets and tea, they also provide a set menu, lunch, wine, beer, and soft drink options. Though, some customers shared that their food may take a while to prepare.

Lavender Bistro is open 7 days a week from 9 am to 5 pm. There’s enough time for high tea enthusiasts to try their delicious meals and snacks. 

However, note that there’s also a surcharge of 15% on public holidays.

Make sure to check their website and social media pages for their availability because they sometimes close for 1 to 2 days at a time. 

Located on the lobby level of the luxurious Duxton Hotel Perth, Firewater Grille is an elegant and stylish venue for tea.

It was incredible that their high tea in Perth won an award in 2021 as Gold Plate Award Winner – Best High Tea.

To accommodate more people, their high tea services are at 1 pm for the first seating and 1:30 pm for the second, for 3 hours each. But, bookings are necessary to secure slots.

Dietary requirements also need to be provided at least 72 hours before the reservation. Unfortunately, last-minute requests won’t be catered to.

Their menu also boasts delicate canapes, savoury delights, and an assortment of handcrafted desserts. Freshly-baked lemonade scones are also served warm with whipped cinnamon cream, wattle seed butter, and apricot jam. 

A live harpist would be there to heighten the overall ambience and experience as well.

Free Wi-Fi is available too, making their place an ideal location to hold work meetings or to enjoy time with friends. 

Furthermore, Firewater Grille is located right next to the Perth Concert Hall. They offer pre-show meals, as well as post-event meal and beverage options.

Just one thing, though. Some customers think their pricing is expensive, with a 20% surcharge for public holidays.