5 Best Restaurants for Afternoon Tea In Paddington

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1. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

4.6

Exceptional(498)

Price: Moderate

• French • South Bank

Booked 6 times today

Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank is a renowned spot for afternoon tea, serving an extensive selection of both sweet and savory items. As one reviewer noted, it's 'THE place for a Champagne High Tea'. Another said it's 'perfect for any special occasion'. With consistently high ratings for food, ambiance, and service, it's a hit with guests, especially for high tea experiences.

2. Lyrebird

4.5

Awesome(2190)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • South Brisbane

Booked 22 times today

With a contemporary, modern Australian menu highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients and complemented by impeccable service, the Lyrebird is the perfect place to start your evening at QPAC. Delve into a special menu highlight showcasing the rich flavours of Italy with a selection of signature pasta dishes, curated by our Michelin-trained head chef, Salvatore Rizzato, from Rome, Italy. This unique collaboration skillfully blends tastes from his homeland with a Queensland inspired twist, expertly prepared by our passionate chefs at Lyrebird under his guidance. For matinee goers, you can enjoy a delicious touch of elegance with a handcrafted Lyrebird High Tea, before your show. $25 per person or $30 per person including a glass of bubbles. Available only for select matinee shows. The quintessential QPAC experience begins at the Lyrebird.

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3. Covent Garden - Gin Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(230)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West End

Booked 12 times today

Some time ago, we decided it was time Brisbane’s West End had our very own tropical Covent Garden oasis…not long after, this little beauty was born! A contemporary gin house (with 500+ gins to indulge in), as well as one of Australia’s very few fully coeliac friendly / gluten free restaurants, right in the beating heart of West End!

4. 1603 Bar

4.1

Excellent(65)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Brisbane CBD

Booked 1 time today

1603 Bar, a contemporary speakeasy in Brisbane, serves a delightful high tea. Patrons rave about the variety and quality of the high tea, with one reviewer calling it a 'tasteful experience.' The presentation of the tea is also highly praised, with words like 'artistically' and 'beautifully' used to describe it. The service is also commended for being attentive and hospitable.

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5. Il Baretto espresso bar

4.4

Awesome(36)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Albany Creek

Booked 3 times today

il baretto is your local espresso bar and cafe and so much more! We have a beautiful range of brunch and breakfast options – smashed avo, pancakes, eggs benedict and more! Perfect coffee, iced drinks, juices, smoothies and even protein shakes to enjoy! Our lunch menu is full of classic pastas and risottos, salads, barramundi, gourmet pizzas, burgers (beef, chicken, haloumi) and more! Great vegetarian options for you too! Join us for Tapas night on Fridays and Saturdays! We have a new menu every week, perfect for events and family gatherings. We have our liquior license too, so alcohol is available including tap beer, bottled beer, wines and a range of spirits too! We’ve even got fancy cocktails for you to enjoy.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

2. Lyrebird

3. Covent Garden - Gin Bar & Restaurant

4. 1603 Bar

5. Il Baretto espresso bar

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