10 Best Afternoon Tea Venues in Brisbane

eSpace Brisbane is a private event venue in a five-storey masonry warehouse built in 1919. Its character comes from the architecture, fairy lights, decor and private bar, creating a distinctive setting for birthdays, brand events and other celebrations. The layout is described as versatile enough for themed events and guest lists of more than 100.

The venue can support planning beyond room hire, with event coordination, floor plans, catering, bar service, signage, setup and pack-down represented in the event experience around it. It suits hosts wanting a private city-adjacent space with a strong visual atmosphere and practical event support.

Devon Pixies is a dedicated tea house in Kingston’s Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct, operating from the Caretakers Cottage. High tea is its speciality, with morning and afternoon teas and light lunches available for celebrations, connections and catch-ups.

The venue suits birthdays, baby celebrations, bridal showers and private group occasions. Its cottage setting, verandah and vintage-style crockery create a distinctive backdrop, while a private high tea has accommodated a group of 22 and included a special celebration cake.

Forget Me Not Cafe brings an England-themed setting to Graceville, with a feature wall, more than 30 tea varieties, meals, rolls and cakes. It is particularly suited to high tea, offering a setting for milestone birthdays, family occasions and small group celebrations.

The cafe also serves lunch and daytime dishes, including Japanese pancake and pumpkin gnocchi. Gluten-free options are available, and the venue has parking nearby. For high tea or other planned gatherings, booking ahead is practical because seating can be limited.

Dovetail Social is a laid-back Highgate Hill cafe for breakfast, brunch, lunch, pastries, afternoon tea and gluten-free dining. Its menu is suited to diners with dietary requirements, with customer accounts describing fully gluten-free meals and options accommodating dairy-free and vegetarian needs.

The venue also offers dine-in high tea, takeaway gluten-free high tea for two or three people, bespoke cakes and all-gluten-free specialty donuts. Its Highgate Hill location is at 49 Laura Street, with listed trading from Thursday to Sunday, 7am to 2pm. High tea bookings and pre-orders are available through the business’s ordering system.

Patina at Customs House is a Brisbane City restaurant set within the University of Queensland’s historic, heritage-listed Customs House. Its modern Australian menu is designed for sharing, with locally sourced ingredients, contemporary dishes, desserts and a wine, cocktail and coffee offering. Guests can dine indoors, use the riverside setting or book a private dining room, while the venue also hosts high tea, dinners, catering and special events. The historic architecture and Story Bridge outlook give the restaurant a distinct setting for anniversaries, birthdays, family gatherings and romantic meals. Reservations are required or recommended for key dining occasions, including lunch and dinner.

Naldham House is a Brisbane City restaurant for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late-night dining, with private dining, catering and reservations available. Its menu supports varied groups through small plates, vegetarian, vegan, halal and organic options, alongside seafood, meat, desserts, wine, cocktails and coffee.

The historic, upmarket setting also offers outdoor seating, a bar and live music. A private dining room can support presentations and organised gatherings, while the broader restaurant suits romantic meals, business lunches, family occasions and group dinners. Brunch, lunch and dinner reservations are recommended.

Spicers Balfour Brisbane is a boutique hotel in New Farm, combining heritage Queenslander character with refined rooms and suites, leafy courtyards and a rooftop bar overlooking the city skyline. It suits a quiet city escape, staycation, business trip or intimate celebration. The Balfour Kitchen & Bar moves from breakfast and weekend brunch to evening wine-bar dining, with share plates, charcuterie and Australian and French wines. The property also hosts weddings, meetings, birthdays, engagement parties and private gatherings, with tailored catering and function spaces. Guests can enjoy a central inner-city location while staying close to New Farm’s dining, river walks and lifestyle attractions.

Tattersall’s Club offers a heritage Brisbane City setting for weddings, receptions, meetings and other events. Its preserved interiors and heritage character create a more traditional backdrop, while function spaces include a wine cellar room, meeting rooms and a grand dining room.

The venue provides on-site event services and coordination, supporting couples and organisers through planning and the event day. The club also hosts wine-pairing dinners and culinary events, with food and beverage service forming part of the experience. Paid parking is available through the parking lot and street options.

Non-members can join activities when accompanied by a member, which is relevant for guests considering wider club events and facilities.

W Brisbane is a riverfront hotel with modern rooms, an outdoor pool, dining and a spa. Its central setting places the river on one side and Brisbane City shops, attractions and restaurants on the other, with additional food options downstairs. Accommodation includes standard king rooms, while facilities include a gym, breakfast service and pool area. The hotel suits city breaks, business stays and celebrations, with a high-tech, design-led setting and river views available in some rooms.

Customs House combines a heritage setting with riverside dining and event spaces in Brisbane’s CBD. The venue offers six private rooms for corporate functions, conferences, cocktail parties, birthday celebrations and weddings, including a ballroom, seminar rooms and boardrooms.

Patina provides modern Australian dining indoors or on a terrace overlooking the Brisbane River and Story Bridge. High tea, seasonal produce, local seafood and heritage-listed architecture add options for formal gatherings, important guests and wedding receptions.