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    Vaucluse House Tearooms

    3.5 (14 reviews)
    ModerateTea Rooms
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    High tea!
    Sarah B.

    Firstly I have to say that the tea houses are beautiful, located in an old Federation building located in gardens next to the historic Vaucluse house. So if you're looking for a beautiful setting to have lunch or a tea party, this is it! I happened to go here just for High Tea, and whilst the high tea was lovely - champagne, tea, scones, cakes, savouries, etc. I did feel the price ($45) was a tad steep for what you actually got. Luckily (as a result of being dressed up in Victorian/Edwardian gear) I was wearing a corset, otherwise I would have left feeling a lot more hungry than I actually did! I know you can get much cheaper high teas elsewhere in Sydney but you don't always get the surroundings you have here, so I suppose that is something you have to factor into price. Beside that, the service was lovely, waiters were attentive, parking was free (score!) and afterwards we took ourselves up to Vaucluse house to go on a guided tour - something that I suggest everyone else do as well!

    Breakfast Soufflé
    Conor D.

    Vaucluse Tea House is nestled within the ground of the wonderful Wenworth's Vaucluse House. The location is very picturesque and secluded. The Tea house is ideal for a posh breakfast or lunch treat to spoil someone special perhaps. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The Tea House offers seating inside as well as outside. I opted to sit outside as it was a fresh morning so wanted to enjoy the day :). The house is surrounded by wildlife so was nice to see all the birds out and singing while I selected what I wanted. I decided I would order the Breakfast Soufflé. The waiter had my morning hot chocolate out promptly and was even kind even to offer to turn on the outside heater if I required. The meal was brought out within minutes and the waiter wished "Bon appetite". The Breakfast Soufflé was composed of Bacon, cheddar and eggs with tomato jam on sour dough toast. The cheddar and eggs were delicious and I loved the tomato jam. They all mixed really well together on the sour dough toast. I was certainly full after the dish and at $16 that's a reasonable cost for the dish. The place also offers high tea and other fancy options that would be ideal for a ladies day out. Enjoyed the food here and would return again for sure.

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    Gatehouse Tea Rooms

    3.5(6 reviews)
    25.9 km
    $$

    A GEM, HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT!*…read more The Gatehouse Tea Rooms' gabled gothic architecture, bathed in dappled afternoon sunlight and set within a garden of topiary and roses is a touch of old England framed by beautiful big trees that embody Australiana. Built in 1887, this would have been a perfect synthesis of the old and new worlds in the colony. So what more perfect place could there be to do as the colony's crème-de-la-crème once did and take high tea here? I adored the quaint interior of this recently restored world heritage-listed cottage, looking out a bay window onto the glorious Old Government House across the way with soft jazz playing in the background; it all added to the charm. For only $39 per person** we enjoyed the Gatehouse's star attraction: a high tea full of delectable dainties; fresh sandwiches and quiche, zingy mini lemon meringue tarts, pastries, rich chocolate tarts, and teeny-weeny cupcakes, candy-pink macarons and jam and cream scones. By far, this was the best high tea I've ever had made all the more special, as it was Mothers Day. We enjoyed each and every morsel immensely and, since these were combined with unlimited top-ups to the gorgeous selection of teas we tried -- including Rose Gray (the best!), Goji Acai and Lime and Ginger Green Tea -- we were so satiated we were compelled to ask for a container to take some of our dainties home for later on when we recovered, which was graciously supplied by the lovely, attentive staff here. Evidently, high tea at the Gatehouse is an experience in and of itself, but if you are city-based and need further persuasion to come out to Parramatta to experience it, indulge me for just a moment; I can see you (OK...it's me) donning a velvety, Phryne Fisher-esque devoré cardigan-cum-kimono and enjoying a high tea in this historic gatehouse as a perfectly divine denouement to a day that began with a scenic ferry ride down the Parramatta river followed by a tour of a plethora of Parramatta's heritage sites, most of which are within easy walking distance of the Macquarie Street Gatehouse Tea Rooms. (Be sure to go for a turn around the old convict lumberyard -- now the wondrous Rumsey Rose Garden -- located directly behind the tea rooms. The Gatehouse is positively stunning from that angle!) Of course, if you're just looking for a quiet spot in the area and don't need the pomp and ceremony of a high tea, know that you can get a beautiful cappuccino, try one of their quality teas, milkshakes or iced coffees/chocolates, order a piece of cake or freshly-baked croissants filled with butter and seasonal jam or savoury muffins that come with highly recommended fresh cucumber yoghurt, too. Dropping in for a lovely bite and beverage is a cinch on the weekdays it is open, (Wednesday to Friday), but can be a slightly more considerable feat on the weekend when it gets very busy, so bookings are recommended. 'Twould seem the secret of this hidden gem is getting out, and rightly so! FIVE STARS. * Oft' I wax lyrical about the heritage gems t' be found within the bounds of Parramatta Park, and yet - I am ashamed to admit it - this one escaped my attention until recently. I found this charming little gatehouse cottage nestled in beside the entrance I most frequently use to enter the park - on Macquarie Street. In my defence, it only opened as tearooms in October 2013, but that doesn't explain how I hitherto failed to see this architectural beauty. The poor lass has only been standing there, looking utterly fabulous waiting to be noticed for 127 years! ** $39 per person is a brilliant price for high tea. Note that there is a full gluten-free high tea option for $44 per person as well! *Review originally written and posted 4 June 2014.

    My partner and I are always on the hunt for a well made cup of tea in Sydney, better yet in NSW,…read moreand sadly this entire country does not offer up much in the way of tea. Many places boast high tea experiences (and in my opinion, most of these places are cutesy trimmings but lacking in substance, ie the tea), a few boast a broad range (but then can't brew it properly and ruin it anyway), and then you even have a few who think it's a boast to simply be serving loose leaf tea.... so for tea enthusiasts like us, we always feel like we are scraping the bottom of the barrel to find somewhere that not only stocks good tea but who can also brew it correctly. When my partner and I were just out for a scenic cycle through this beautiful area we stumbled across another tea house, expecting the same old same old but wanting to try it all the same. And "WOW. FINALLY", we thought, "A TEAHOUSE DESERVING OF THE NAME!" Absolutely exceptional. Couldn't flaw this place. Exceptional tea, scones that were so delightful we savoured every mouthful (with, what we feel confident in saying was freshly made cream with vanilla bean maybe? Incredible), extremely cheerful service by all staff, as well as prompt (even though we were a walk in no booking!), and what a beautiful setting to boot (it even backs onto a rose garden if you care for a stroll afterwards!). We absolutely can't wait to return and can finally say, "we've found a good teahouse in Sydney!". Love your work guys, thank you!

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    The Tea Room QVB - Warm pastries

    The Tea Room QVB

    3.8(36 reviews)
    6.4 kmSydney
    $$$

    Beautiful interior with the huge chandeliers. It looked small but we walked out full and didn't…read morequite finish everything. And the food tasted wonderful! I felt so fancy!

    The Tea Room is located in the 3rd floor of the Queen Victoria building (QVB) Elevator is slow -…read morejust take the stairs to save time. Even though we had a reservation, there was still a little wait at the top. Once inside the historic room, you can marvel at the decorative lofty ceiling and ornate chandeliers. Tables are arranged a little close to each other even though the room was barely half full. The room is airy and chilled so consider bringing a light jacket. Each person must select one set menu but they can be different set menus. There are also alcohol upgrades should you chiis Traditional High Tea Savory pastries - prosciutto thing, quiche Finger sandwiches, includes a spice eggplant, egg salad, ham and cheese, cucumber, curry and salmon (my favorite). Scone with jam and clotted cream. Pretty good - soft and warm on the inside. Sweet pastries Impressive quartet of blueberry, raspberry, choco cream and another dark red fruit tart. All are incredibly made with multi-layers and presented beautifully. Tea selection Each person can select either a green or black tea with different infusions. I tried the Irish whiskey cream - a very floral, assam blend with a flamboyant fragrance of whisky and cocoa. Undoubtedly a complex tea that commands a moment of silent contemplation to savor its flower garden aromas and flavors. Overall an elegant experience that I highly recommend because it complements the aura and history of the famous building (and modern shopping outlets). That's all...

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