Best Restaurants for Afternoon Tea in Hillside

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Ascot ValeCarltonCollingwoodMelbourne CBDMoonee PondsPrahran

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1. Old Man Drew

4.6

Exceptional(250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Ascot Vale

Booked 29 times today

At Old Man Drew, we know that memories are to be cherished. Are you coming to visit us to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or any special occasion with a small group for breakfast of lunch? Think about booking one of our exclusively set celebration tables in the café, atrium or garden. Enjoy a special spot set with white linen, fine china, fresh flowers and glass ware, a truly beautiful setting. Please request in one of our celebration tables when you make your table booking. The charge starts from $40 per table, which is payable at the time of booking.

2. Alluvial

3.4

Very Good(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 2 times today

Nestled between the historic Rialto and Winfield buildings, Alluvial Restaurant effortlessly melds a mix of old and new, all imbued with the culinary and cultural charms of Melbourne. Alluvial Restaurant, named after Alluvial gold deposits in honour of the gold rush, when Melbourne was the richest city in the world. Situated under our iconic glass atrium, is the perfect setting to try our international buffet breakfast, all day dining menu or simply enjoy a coffee or wine in Bluestone Lounge Bar, for a more casual option. Sample modern Melbourne cuisine with the best local produce and flavours Melbourne has to offer. Melbourne’s electric dining scene offers a startling array of the world’s greatest cuisines, the hotel amplifies these diverse cultures that make Melbourne eating so unique.

3. Bar libretto

4.6

Exceptional(28)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Ascot Vale

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to our charming suburban wine bar, nestled in the heart of Ascot Vale. Here, 'casually refined, seasonally inspired' dining awaits you in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.Our menu features bistro-style dishes, thoughtfully crafted to highlight the finest seasonal ingredients. Our carefully curated wine list showcases exceptional vintages from around the world alongside local Australian gems. For cocktail enthusiasts, we offer a selection of classics with a modern twist.Join us in our lovely courtyard, where you can sit back with some wine, good friends and enjoy the sunshine.

4. Gasthaus on Queen

3.5

Very Good(47)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Austrian • Melbourne CBD

Melbourne's number 1 Austrian and German restaurant.

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5. GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Moonee Ponds

Booked 3 times today

Our Tapas Bar & Restaurant blends Spanish style dishes with Australian native ingredients to create a unique menu of Tapas, Paella and hearty Mains. Our Head Chef and owner Laura also has quite a love affair with Patisserie which shows in our extensive dessert menu. GK is the place where food brings people together. We make absolutely everything in-house using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a focus on bold flavours and creative textures, our dining menu caters to every taste, offering seafood, meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Join us for a laid-back dining experience that seamlessly blends Australian and Spanish cuisine.GK’s relaxed atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, from a casual mid-week meal to a party with your whole crew, and everything in between. It enriches the Moonee Ponds locale, providing an ideal setting for relaxed drinks, dinner, and events of any size.

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6. One Queen Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(53)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

One Queen Restaurant is your new favourite hangout. Serving coffee in the morning, beers and cocktails in the evening, and good food, great tunes and a neighbourhood feel around the clock. There are a bunch of daily specials to help get you through the week, from ‘brew on the crew’ free coffee Mondays to happy hour every Friday. Make the most of our comfy chairs and free WiFi and make yourself at home.

7. The Alexander Bar

4.0

Excellent(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Melbourne CBD

Booked 1 time today

Paying tribute to its lively past, Alexander Bar is named after the original owner of the hotel first built on the site in the 1880s. This was reincarnated in 1926 as The Hotel Alexander. Alexander Bar is now the elegant ground floor attraction at The Savoy Hotel Little Collins, infused with a rich history. Famous guests could once be found here during the jazz era and beyond, sipping on cocktails while listening to the easy sounds of crooners sharing the scene. The space has recently been refurbished in a contemporary Art Deco design, honouring its origins. The bar, encased in marble, showcases bold geometric patterned carpets, linear angled pillars, full-length mirrors, and classic tray ceilings, complemented by soft lighting.

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8. High Tea at Rendezvous Melbourne

3.8

Excellent(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Melbourne CBD

High Tea at Rendezvous Melbourne is a charming spot for afternoon tea, serving up mouthwatering treats from $89 per person. The restaurant, nestled in Melbourne's CBD, boasts an iconic heritage lounge with original Edwardian Baroque architecture dating back to 1912. Reviews rave about the beautiful setting, excellent service, and 5-star food. As one review puts it, 'Beautiful afternoon tea in a beautiful environment, would highly recommend.'

9. The Barre

4.2

Awesome(1035)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Southbank

Booked 17 times today

The Barre, Arts Centre Melbourne’s sleek space, offers a touch of luxury and hint of showmanship. You’ll find a lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery from early evening to late night.The modern Australian menu, with its emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients, offers both small and larger dishes to be shared and enjoyed with friends. Choose from a well-considered wine list with prominence to local winemakers, an exciting range of craft beers and ciders, or a distinct selection of cocktails and small-batch Australian gins and single malt whiskies.The world of booze, bubbles and beers is ever-changing and The Barre is excited to also offer a range of alcohol-free options. From a pre-show sparkling with a share plate, a meal with a fine wine or a mellow late-night drink, we invite you to join us at The Barre.

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10. Appartement 26 By Anton Venoir

new

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$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Prahran

When we created Appartement 26, Vogue labelled it as” “Petit Palais” and the “Most Beautiful Rooms & Private events spaces in Melbourne.” It was initially created to house Anton Venoir’s private collection of 18th century fine French antiques and museum pieces and used by high end photographers whose works are splashed all over glossy front covers of magazines. We have opened our doors for our clients and guests to experience a piece a Paris. Hosting a series of bespoke events and private dining experiences around French decorative arts, food and wine.Appartement 26 Apartment 26 / 321 Chapel St. is an opulent Parisian salon in the heart of Melbourne's design and fashion precinct. There is nothing that will prepare you for the experience behind the standard-issued industrial door, marked "26". Behind it lies the world of Anton Venoir Interiors. A private salon, where guests are invited to enjoy the elegance and luxury of the latest acquisitions and collections.

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Leisa
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A quaint cafe with spectacular service, surroundings and food will be on high rotation, thank you for making our Mother’s Day special.
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Old Man DrewPrice: Moderate• Café• Ascot Vale
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4.6
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Grace
Victoria •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Lovely spot for a quiet dinner - great wine list.
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Bar librettoPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Ascot Vale
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4.6
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Ali
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 7, 2025
We had a truly lovely lunch at GK today. The food was all delicious and the service from Laura and her team was warm and friendly. My mother had the Barramundi, which was cooked to perfection, my nephew had the kids Chicken strips raved about his crispy potatoes and my niece enjoyed ordering off the Tapas menu, devouring Beef brisket tacos, Charred corn & mozzarella croquettes and some shared meatballs. Every dish was so tasty and fast to come out (which was great as the kids are always impatient for food!) This restaurant is definitely a new favourite!
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GK Tapas Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Moonee Ponds
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Singapore •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Portion was acceptable for pork knuckles but 8.00 for a bagel? Service was adequate sufficient.
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Gasthaus on QueenPrice: Expensive• Austrian• Melbourne CBD
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3.5
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Ian
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Very nice High Tea for special occasion. Quite pricey so would only go there for special occasion. Staff were friendly and chatty, but not very attentive. Had to ask for drinks menu twice (first person obviously forgot.) Had to walk to other side of restaurant to order second drink as no staff were in the vicinity for some time.
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AlluvialPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Melbourne CBD
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3.4

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