QUAINT GOLD COAST TEAHOUSES & HIGH TEA

VENTURE OFF THE BEATEN TRACK TO DISCOVER QUAINT TEAHOUSES, VINTAGE HIGH TEA PARLOURS, PROVINCIAL GARDENS AND A GOOD DOLLOP OF OLD-WORLD CHARM.

Bon App Tea

7 Johns Road, Mudgeeraba

Bon AppéTea can be found within a colonial homestead in the lush surrounds of the Gold Coast’s lower hinterland region of Mudgeeraba. Owned by siblings and long-time Gold Coast residents, Bianca and Adam, Bon appéTea is the perfect day escape. The quaint café and tea house is eclectic in style with many cosy nooks to enjoy high tea or a quiet cuppa. Bianca is also the chef at Bon appéTea and brings with her over 10 years of experience and a passion for food and service. The Traditional French Inspired High Tea menu is a must. There are also options for a Breakfast High Tea, Vegetarian High Tea, and Kids High Tea.

PICKERS & CO

388 Tamborine Oxenford Road, Upper Coomera

If you’re looking for a high tea with a side of old-school charm, then you might like to try Pickers & Co. Located in an early 1900s Cobb & Co. homestead, Picker’s & Co is the perfect place to kick-start your day before venturing further into the Gold Coast’s hinterland. The rustic venue melds corrugated iron and timber floors with an eclectic mix of provincial décor and sparkling chandeliers. Book ahead to secure your high tea of classic scones, mini cakes, sausage rolls and finger sandwiches. They also offer Farm House Kids High Tea for birthday parties, the kids are spoilt with a choc milkshake, ham & cheese tea sandwich, fruit wand, chicken fingers, and mini muffin and more, yum! You can even bring your fury friend to this pooch friendly parlour.

GREENDAYS RESTAURANT & BAR

8/6 Ashmore Road, Bundall

Tucked away on a busy intersection of Bundall and Ashmore Road, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find the quiet resort-style setting of Greendays Restaurant & Bar. Lush tropical gardens, rafter ceilings and large Balinese fans create the perfect oasis for a classic high tea experience. Indulge in mini scones, citrus pannacotta, raspberry cheesecake, poached chicken sandwiches, porcini mushroom arancini, pork and fennel sausages rolls and more. Or experience Greendays new Vegan High Tea or High Cheese menus for a clever take on a classic. Raise your pinkies – Greendays is very oh là là.

Bumbles Caf

19 River Drive, Surfers Paradise

Set on the peaceful western waterways of Budds Beach, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Surfers Paradise, is Bumbles Café. A longstanding hidden gem, Bumbles Café is an unexpected delight. Pull-up an alfresco seat overlooking the adjacent park and Broadwater or find a table within the coastal-chic café. In addition to their popular all-day dining menu, Bumbles also offer Gluten and Vegan Free High Tea, Afternoon Tea and High Tea experiences. All cakes and sweet treats are made onsite by their expert pastry chefs – so best to leave your self-control at home.