Ontario tea rooms for afternoon tea or high tea

Ottawa Region

Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Château Laurier

Make reservations well in advance for afternoon tea at the Château.

Savour an assortment of pastries, English scones and sweets paired with the finest Lot 35 loose-leaf teas.

Location: 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa

Greater Toronto Area

Windsor Arms Hotel

Feel like royalty when you sit down for afternoon high tea at the Windsor Arms Hotel.

Enjoy a diverse selection of loose-leaf teas in this elegant, Parisian-inspired tearoom. Pair your drinks with delicious creations like freshly baked cranberry scones, smoked salmon canapés and caramelized onion quiches.

Reservations for up to 20 guests can be made online.

Location: 18 St Thomas Street, Toronto

Omni King Edward Hotel

Enjoy a classic afternoon tea experience at one of Toronto’s finest luxury heritage hotels, dating back to 1903. Finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and scones are paired with 20 carefully curated teas.

Afternoon tea is held on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, with the last seating time at 4:00 p.m.

Location: 37 King Street East, Toronto

Joni Restaurant in Park Hyatt Toronto

Cured sweets and savouries are paired with sommelier-selected teas during this luxurious afternoon tea affair.

Reserve a table on Saturday or Sunday afternoons.

Location: 4 Avenue Road, Toronto

High Beau-Tea at W Toronto

Enjoy an afternoon with a fashionista or one at heart.

A unique twist on the afternoon high tea inspired by beauty and makeup, High Beau-Tea presents curated sweets and savouries in a tiered custom makeup case and lovely floral loose-leaf tea. Admire the attention to detail of the ruby fudge “handbags,” delicious strawberry “lipsticks” and clotted “night” cream.

Walk-ins are limited, so book ahead to enjoy this trendy Yorkville experience. Available Thursday through Sunday.

Location:  90 Bloor Street East, Toronto

Niagara Region

Prince of Wales Hotel

Afternoon tea in the Drawing Room at the elegant Prince of Wales Hotel will transport you back to the height of Victorian luxury with regal décor, rose chandeliers, ornate tea sets and a lovely spread of proper English sandwiches, scones and pastries paired with Canadian cheeses.

Afternoon seating is available daily or book the enchanted candlelight evening high tea Friday and Saturday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Location: 6 Picton Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake

McFarland House Conservatory Tea Room

Admire the beautiful gardens from McFarland House’s Conservatory Tea Room as you sip on freshly brewed tea and nibble on pastries made with traditional ingredients from the past.

Reservations are available from Wednesday to Sunday afternoons.

Location: 15927 Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail, Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Watering Can Flower Market

A European-inspired flower shop, bakery and cafe offer a unique and whimsical garden tea experience in Niagara’s wine country.

Location: 3725 King Street, Vineland

Hamilton, Halton and Brant

Tea House at the Turner Pavilion

A garden is the perfect setting for a tranquil afternoon tea. The newly renovated Tea House at Royal Botanical Gardens, surrounded by the Rose Garden in Hendrie Park, provides the most idyllic experience.

Reserve gluten-free, vegan or vegetarian options in advance.

Location: 680 Plains Road West, Burlington

High Tea at Narenj

Book your table well in advance for a Sunday high tea at Narenj in downtown Oakville.

From the rustic, boho chic ambiance to the elegant three-tiered towers of viennoiseries, pastries, savoury bites and Persian-inspired tea flavours, the experience is a delight of the senses.

Location: 131 Kerr Street, Oakville

The Escarpment Tea Room

The Escarpment Tea Room presents an authentic English high tea experience in the Italian Cultural Centre.

Location: 104 Tremaine Road, Milton

Tea at the White House

A gem for tea lovers, treat yourselves to afternoon tea in the tea house and shop for all your tea necessities.

Open Thursday to Sunday; reservations recommended.

Location: 35 Main Street North #1, Waterdown

Golden Tea Pot

Open by reservation only, the Golden Tea Pot serves an elegant low tea, high tea and Royal Kensington tea experience within the Glenhyrst Art Gallery.

Location: Glenhyrst Gardens, 20 Ava Road, Brantford

Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington

The Boat House Tea Room

Located beside the Speed River, this locally sourced tearoom and ice cream parlour serves a daily high tea as well as lunch sandwiches, wraps and salads.

Location: 116 Gordon Street, Guelph

Harry Ten Shilling

A few minutes drive east of Stratford, this charming tearoom in the village of Shakespeare is ideal for afternoon tea or a light lunch.

Location: 2203 Line 34, Shakespeare

The New Dundee Emporium

In addition to a specialty boutique grocery shop, the New Dundee hosts various high tea options on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Location: 169 Front Street, New Dundee

Queen of Hearts Tea House

Make a reservation for afternoon tea, served Friday, Saturday and Sunday at this adorable tea house and gift shop in downtown Kitchener.

Location: 1151 Victoria Street North, Kitchener

Southeastern Ontario

Montrose Inn

Set in a mansion built in 1916 by the former mayor of Belleville, this heritage inn and tea house oozes old-world charm with its stately verandah, grand staircase, grand crown moulding and solid oak panelling.

Afternoon tea is served by reservation only on select Fridays and Sundays. Savoury and sweet treats, baked scones, Devonshire cream and various teas make this an experience you’ll want to savour.

Location: 1725 Old Highway 2, Belleville

The Secret Garden Inn

The Secret Garden Inn’s signature afternoon tea is a nod to its Victorian heritage. It includes scones, cakes, petit fours and even a glass of bubbly.

Call for reservations.

Location: 73 Sydenham Street, Kingston

The Waring House

Make your way to the Amelia's Garden Dining Room at the Waring House for afternoon tea. Enjoy lovely garden views, the finest tea and an assortment of traditional sandwiches, scones and other baked goods.

Reservations are required 24 hours in advance; afternoon tea is served daily; call to book.

Location:  395 Sandy Hook Road, Picton

Afternoon Tea Delight at Ste. Anne’s Spa

For over three decades, afternoon tea has been a beloved tradition for guests at Ste. Anne’s Spa with savour and sweet treats.

Location: 1009 Massey Road, Grafton

Kawarthas and Northumberland

Afternoon tea at Plantation House

Plantation House is an elegant bed and breakfast in an 1830s home in Port Hope, steps away from the heritage district.

Make reservations for afternoon tea, served with decadent cheesecake. Tea selections include an Earl Grey de la Crème, a pear Crème Supreme and Cranberry Crème.

Location: 14 North Street, Port Hope

The Pin

A local favourite café and restaurant in downtown Peterborough, The Pin serves refined high tea in a century-old house.

Call to reserve a table for high tea, served Monday through Saturday.

Location: 302 King Street, Peterborough

Southwestern Ontario

The Tea Lounge

Located on Piccadilly Street, the Tea Lounge is an artisan tea shop that explores quality loose-leaf teas from around the world, served in traditional and contemporary styles with baked goods and light snacks.

Call or book the special tea experience online.

Location: 268 Piccadilly Street, London

Sparta House Tea Room

Make a reservation for high tea and admire the impressive teapot collection at this British-inspired eatery.

Location: 46342 Sparta Line, Sparta

York, Durham and Headwaters

Abigail’s Tea House

High tea at Abigail’s is a vision to behold. The three-tiered tea tray is brimming with assorted little sandwiches, mini wraps, egg, beef, brie and cucumber hors d’oeuvres, scones, seasonal fruit and berries, Devonshire cream, cookies, tarts and petite cakes. And of course, a large pot of tea.

Location: 2 Main Street South, St. George

Parkwood Tea House at Parkwood National Historic Site

Open seasonally, Parkwood Tea House showcases serene views of a formal garden with a 61-metre (200-foot) fountain.

The Tea House opens in June, and although walk-ins may be accommodated, making reservations in advance is advised.

Location: 270 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa

Chanterelle Bistro 

Chanterelle Bistro is an upscale French restaurant in Bowmanville that hosts afternoon tea events on select days.

Location: 33 Division Street, Bowmanville

The Old Curiosity Tea Shop

Choose from a lovely tea selection served with a two tier of dainty sandwiches, scones, clotted cream and cake or pair with heartier traditional English fare.

Location: 91 Main Street Markham North, Markham

After Queen Tea Shop

Enjoy the ultimate Victorian high tea experience with vintage English décor ambiance.

Location: 7355 Bayview Avenue, Thornhill

Maddie Hatter Tea Shop

Nestled in the quaint village of Erin, afternoon tea is a magical experience.

Location: 48 Main Street, Erin

Bruce, Grey and Simcoe

RoyalTea on King

Visit this traditional English tearoom for freshly baked scones with homemade clotted cream served with antique china and tableware.

Browse a selection of Irish Knits in the boutique and shop for confectionaries, groceries and biscuits from the UK in the shop across the street.

Reservations can be made by email or phone.

Location: 256 King Street, Midland

Algonquin Park, Muskoka and Parry Sound

Blue Willow Tea Shop

Exquisite afternoon and high tea packages are available at this idyllic café overlooking Lake Muskoka.

A tea connoisseur’s dream, Blue Willow Tea Shop has a wide variety of delicious cakes and biscuits, making it the perfect spot for a special occasion.

Open Wednesday to Sunday; call for reservations.

Location: 900 Bay Street, Gravenhurst

Northeastern Ontario

Tea & Bloom

This family-run tea shop adds delicious local Ontario flavour to traditional high tea fare with Sudbury’s famous Grandmother’s Pie Shoppe butter tarts and blooming local flower teas.

Location: 43 Durham Street, Greater Sudbury

The Lavender Fox

A lovely tea house in northern Ontario hosts reservation-only afternoon tea events once a month. These events feature tiered trays of savouries, desserts and sandwiches, special cocktails and a curated menu of teas.

Location: 50 Silver Street, Cobalt

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