Want to have the best high tea in Penang?
Are you a trendy gourmet? Want to look for new aesthetic places to indulge yourself with classy high tea? You may not know this, but Penang is filled with high tea places to get your sweet tooth fixed while calming your mind over sips of tea.
The WWB Guest Poster, Lancer RW has made your lives easier by compiling up the best places to have delicious high tea in Penang so you can satisfy your tummies!
So, here is the most updated 23 best high tea in Penang spots in 2022. Check it out now! You will absolutely want to hang out with your friends there.
23 high tea in Penang Spots in 2022:
1. Guest Lounge, Macalister Mansion
2. Palm Court, Eastern and Oriental Hotel
3. Planters Lounge, Eastern and Oriental Hotel
5. David Brown’s Restaurant and Tea Terrace
11. Orinea Sky Dining and Bar, Farquhar Mansion
12. The Glasshouse, Prestige Hotel
14. Platform 9 ¾ Fine Dining and Cellar
15. Sri Tanjung Café and Tea Room, Royale Chulan Hotel
16. Top View Tea Lounge and Event Space
18. Auction Rooms Café, Kimberley Hotel
20. Nyonya Palazzo
21. Winter Warmers Coffee and Tea House
22. Elementos Tapas and Lounge, Hompton Beach Hotel
23. Satellite Restaurant and Bar, Lexis Suites
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1. Guest Lounge, Macalister Mansion
Fancy having a tasty and relish high tea in Penang in a dashing 100-year-old refurbished white colonial-style manor?
This boutique hotel is renamed after Sir Norman Macalister, Penang’s first British Governor from the year 1808 to 1810.
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Exclusively for in-house guests, the Secret Garden Savory and Secret Garden Sweet afternoon tea sets are MYR 158.00 (USD 36.09) each for 2 people.
Secret Garden Savory afternoon tea set:
- Crispy mantou with satay chicken,
- Signature scallion scones with cream cheese spread,
- Double cheese mushroom ragout with polenta, and
- Maguro tataki with ponzu and frizee salad.
Secret Garden Sweet afternoon tea set:
- Hazelnut espresso éclair,
- Blood orange panna cotta,
- Chocolate mousse apricot,
- Almond peach tart, and
- Forest berry and mint lollipop.
Available day and time:
- Tuesday to Sunday: 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Guest Lounge, Macalister Mansion, 228, Jalan Macalister, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
2. Palm Court, Eastern and Oriental Hotel
Palm Court at Eastern and Oriental (E&O) Hotel is formerly known as 1885. It is located at the lobby hotel, on the Heritage Wing.
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Palm Court E&O Penang high tea price:
- MYR 88.00 (USD 20.08) net per person,
- MYR 168.00 (USD 38.37) net per person for a glass of Taittinger champagne, and
- MYR 388.00 (USD 88.54) net per person for free flow of Taittinger champagne.
Palm Court afternoon set menu:
- Red velvet cakes,
- Smoked salmon tartare sandwich with pickle and dill,
- Raisin and plain scones served together with pineapple jam, strawberry jam, and clotted cream,
- Truffle scented egg on a poppy seed butter bun,
- Crabmeat slaw sandwich,
- Chocolate passion cake,
- Organic spinach quiche, and
- Chicken ragout.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Palm Court, Eastern and Oriental Hotel, 10, Lebuh Farquhar, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-222 2000
- Palm Court reservation form
- E-mail: fbcentral.resv@eohotels.com
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3. Planters Lounge, Eastern and Oriental Hotel
In 1885, the world-famous hoteliers, the Sarkies brothers, established the Eastern and Oriental Hotel.
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Planters Lounge is located on the 6th floor of the Victory Annex. The view from Planters Lounge is magnificent, overlooking Malacca straits, which connects the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) with South China (Pacific Ocean).
E&O Penang high tea Planters Lounge set price is MYR 76.00 (USD 17.37).
Planters Lounge afternoon tea set menu:
- Truffle scented egg on a poppy seed butter bun,
- Raisin and plain scones, served with pineapple jam, strawberry jam, and clotted cream,
- Smoked salmon tartare wholemeal sandwich,
- Corn fed chicken ragout,
- Crabmeat slaw wholemeal sandwich,
- Organic spinach quiche,
- Cream cheese Pullman sandwich with cucumber and dill,
- Marinated tuna flake wholemeal sandwich,
- Fruit tartlet,
- Opera cakes,
- Millefeuille,
- Red velvet cake, and
- Fruit cake.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Planters Lounge, Eastern and Oriental Hotel, 10, Lebuh Farquhar, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-222 2000
- E-mail: luxury@eohotels.com
4. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is also known as Blue Mansion.
It is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites and has recently won the 2021 Global Luxury Heritage Hotel category by World Luxury Hotel Awards.
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion had been featured on BBC and Reuters on 2 September 2011 and 24 September 2007. According to Reuters, this boutique hotel mansion was restored in 1999 in its indigo blue original façade color.
The Henry Golding and Michelle Yeoh blockbuster movie ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ featured this historic building in its mahjong scenes.
The price for the afternoon tea set is MYR 65.00 (USD 14.85) for 2 people.
The desserts differ from time to time:
- Boursin and caramelized onion sandwiches,
- Miso eggplant and mushroom bruschetta,
- Chocolate truffles,
- Lemon drizzle cakes,
- Strawberry shortcake,
- Pandan kaya and coconut Swiss rolls, and
- Egg tarts.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 12.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, 14, Lebuh Leith, George Town, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +604-262 0006
- E-mail: reservations@cheongfatttzemansion.com
5. David Brown’s Restaurant and Tea Terrace, Penang Hill
This restaurant is named after a Scottish philanthropist, David Brown, during British colonial time.
The afternoon tea menu at David Brown’s Restaurant and Tea Terrace includes an afternoon tea set, Le Petit Four, Devonshire cream tea, English scones, quesadillas, and pizzas.
The afternoon high tea set is MYR 108.00 (USD 24.65) for 2 people. This set comprises canapes, assorted mini pastries, 2 scones, sandwiches, fruits, butter, clotted cream, preserved strawberry, and a tea selection.
Le Petit Four is MYR 38.00 (USD 8.67). It comes with assorted mini pastries, and a tea selection.
Devonshire cream tea is MYR 32.00 (USD 7.30). It consists of 2 scones, preserved strawberries, clotted cream, butter, and a tea selection.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Address:
- David Brown’s Restaurant and Tea Terrace, Strawberry Hill, Penang Hill, Bukit Bendera, 11300 Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-828 8337
6. Taste Café, G Hotel Gurney
G Hotel Gurney won the Agoda Customer Review award in 2021 and was acknowledged as TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award winner in 2021.
Both Taste Café, G Hotel Penang high tea sets are MYR 70.00 (USD 15.99) net per set for 2 people.
Signature afternoon tea set for takeaway and delivery:
- Sardine mini croissant with tabasco and torch ginger flower,
- Salmon gravlax with sour cream,
- Chicken meatloaf with sliced cucumber and cream cheese, and
- Pineapple and cherry tomato in vol au vent.
Signature afternoon tea set for dine-in:
- Chicken meatloaf with sliced cucumber and cream cheese,
- Chicken and mushroom puffs,
- English scones with butter and jam,
- Chocolate brownies,
- Vanilla muffins,
- American cheesecake,
- Lemon tartlets,
- Pineapple and cherry tomato in vol au vent,
- Egg mayonnaise and cheddar cheese slider,
- Mini fruit tartlets,
- Sardine mini croissant with tabasco and torch ginger flower,
- Salmon gravlax with sour cream, and
- Ronnefeldt tea.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 9.30 am to 7.30 pm (Dine-in, takeaway, and delivery)
Address:
- Taste Café, G Hotel Gurney, 168A, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-238 0000 or +(60)4-238 0209 or +(60)16-276 2188
7. Suffolk House Restaurant
Suffolk House Restaurant was built in the early 1800s and was the residence for British governors.
This Anglo-Indian garden house was awarded the 2008 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Culture Heritage Conservation Distinction.
Suffolk House Restaurant’s renowned culinary and service merits enable it to be recognized as one of Tatler’s best restaurants.
Penang afternoon tea at Suffolk House Restaurant for 2 people is MYR 100.00 (USD 22.84). For non-diners, the cover charge is MYR 30.00 (USD 6.85) per person and can be redeemed for either a cup of tea or coffee.
Afternoon tea set menu:
- Chicken and mushroom pie,
- English scones with butter, homemade preserves, and clotted cream,
- Cucumber and smoked salmon finger sandwiches,
- Beetroot tart,
- 2 assorted cakes,
- 2 assorted cookies, and
- Tea of your choice.
The top high tea Penang is at Suffolk House Restaurant. Through Table app, you can reserve MYR 50.99 (USD 11.42) deposit per reservation for Champagne afternoon tea for couples. This MYR 388.00 (USD 88.62) package is available daily.
The Champagne afternoon tea package includes:
- 1 mini bottle of Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne, and
- Special romantic table decoration.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Address:
- Suffolk House Restaurant, 250, Jalan Air Itam, 10460 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-228 3930
8. Jen, Shangri-la Hotel
Visiting George Town without indulging yourself with afternoon tea Penang with Mix-Amazed set served at Jen Lobby Lounge, Shangri-la Hotel is amiss.
Mix-Amazed afternoon tea sets:
- Set 1: MYR 95.00 (USD 21.70) for 20 sweets and savory desserts and pastries:
o Wrapped Peking duck,
o Otak-otak Maki roll,
o Penang hill chocolate cup,
o Kuih keria salted caramel and boba palm sugar,
o Rainbow feuille mille crepe,
o Cha cha cake porridge,
o Pandan choux pastry with red bean paste,
o Crispy baby octopus cigar,
o Mini chicken satay burger with charcoal bun, and
o Durian macaron sandwich.
· Set 2: MYR 64.00 (USD 14.62) for 14 sweets and savory desserts and pastries:
o Pandan choux pastry with red bean paste,
o Mini chicken satay burger with charcoal bun,
o Rainbow feuille mille crepe,
o Wrapped Peking duck,
o Crispy baby octopus cigar,
o Penang hill chocolate cup, and
o Cha Cha cake porridge.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 12.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Jen, Shangri-la Hotel, Magazine Road, 11900 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- E-mail: fb.hjp@hoteljen.com
9. Teels Heritage Café
Teels Heritage Café high tea set is spread out like a high tea buffet in Penang.
For 1 person, the set is only MYR 38.00 (USD 8.68) and MYR 70.00 (USD 15.99) for 2 people.
The high tea set:
- Macarons,
- Assorted cakes,
- Scones,
- Ghee Hiang’s signature almond cookies,
- Mini tarts,
- Brownies,
- Baked tau sar pneah*,
- Phong pneah*,
- Beh teh saw, and
- Hneoh pneah.
The Hi-Tea Premium Selections at Teels Heritage Café truly resembles a high tea buffet in Penang:
- Concubine Premium Platter: MYR 78.80 (USD 18.00),
- Duchess Premium Platter: MYR 98.80 (USD 22.57), and
- Queens Supreme Banquet Platter: MYR 138.80 (USD 31.70).
Available day and time:
- Daily: 2.00 pm to 5.30 pm
Address:
- Teels Heritage Café, 144-G & H, Burmah Road, 10050 Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)17-237 3144 or +(60)10-766 9129
10. Komichi Tea House
Komichi Tea House is a vegan/vegetarian-friendly Japanese tea house. It was featured on Astro TV station, channel 307, on 2 April 2022, at 10.00 pm.
The tea selection here is:
- Ceremonial grade Matcha tea: MYR 16.00 (USD 3.65),
- Limau Wakocha tea: MYR 10.00 (USD 2.28),
- Matcha latte (hot/cold): MYR 14.00 (USD 3.19),
- Hojicha latte (hot/cold): MYR 14.00 (USD 3.19),
- Lychee Wakocha tea: MYR 12.00 (USD 2.74),
- Matcha passion tea (Passionfruit kefir and ceremonial grade Matcha): MYR 20.00 (USD 4.56),
- Iced Hojicha tea: MYR 10.00 (USD 2.28),
- Iced green tea: MYR 10.00 (USD 2.28),
- Pot tea for 2 people (Hojicha, Kukicha, and Genmaicha): MYR 18.00 (USD 4.11), and
- Gyokuro special pot tea for 2 people: MYR 22.00 (USD 5.02), and
- Fukamushicha special pot tea for 2 people: MYR 19.00 (USD 4.34).
The sweet delicacies:
- Matcha Swiss rolls: MYR 12.00 (USD 2.74),
- Yuzu Matcha Swiss rolls: MYR 12.00 (USD 2.74),
- Hojicha Swiss rolls: MYR 12.00 (USD 2.74),
- Matcha burnt cheesecake: MYR 18.00 (USD 4.11),
- Kinako Dango: MYR 10.00 (USD 2.28),
- Black sesame Swiss rolls: MYR 12.00 (USD ),
- Matcha purple sweet potato Swiss rolls: MYR 12.00 (USD ),
- Rum raisin burnt cheesecake: MYR 23.00 (USD 5.25),
- Hojicha burnt cheesecake: MYR 18.00 (USD 4.11), and
- Matcha butter cookies: MYR 20.00 (USD 4.56) per bottle.
Available day and time:
- Daily (Except Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday): 11.00 am to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Komichi Tea House, 20, Lorong Toh Aka, 10100 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)12-478 8852
- E-mail: komichiteahouse@gmail.com
11. Orinea Sky Dining and Bar, Farquhar Mansion
Orinea is located on the 18th floor of the Sunshine Gurney building, overlooking a seaside view and a part of Tanjung Tokong high rise residential area.
Orinea Sky Dining and Bar, by Farquhar Mansion, won the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice 2021 award.
Reservation must be made a minimum of one day earlier.
The MYR 68.00 (USD 15.53) delectable Grand High Tea menu:
- Choux pastry with cream, topped with duck confit,
- Seafood kataifi roll with dill and mayonnaise,
- Valrhona chocolate mousse with coffee and cherry fudge cake,
- Matcha opera with joconde, Matcha cream, and chocolate ganache,
- Cream cheese log topped with coconut praline,
- Lemon tart with mango and passionfruit compote,
- Fungi pastry puff with Hollandaise sauce and mushroom ragout,
- Almond chocolate hill with Sable cookie, caramel mousse, and charcoal cream, and
- Mini seafood patty burger with fries and cheese.
If you would like a glass of champagne, you have to add on MYR 42.00 (USD 9.59).
Available day and time:
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Orinea Sky Dining and Bar, Farquhar Mansion, 68-18-1, Sunrise Gurney, Gurney Drive, 10250 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)19-528 8933
12. The Glasshouse, Prestige Hotel
The MYR 78.00 (USD 17.12) Afternoon Affair for 2 people:
- Free-range quail egg sandwich,
- Roasted chicken with pesto,
- Honeycomb sponge gateau,
- Spicy chili shrimps,
- Smoked salmon and cucumber served with cream cheese,
- Tiramisu crunch,
- English scones with clotted cream and jam,
- Macarons, and
- Chocolate choux pastry.
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Available day and time:
- Daily: 3.00 am to 6.00 pm
Address:
- The Glasshouse, Prestige Hotel, 8, Gat Lebuh Gereja, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-217 5888
- E-mail: enquiry@theprestige.com.my
13. Gravity, G Hotel Kelawai
Gravity at G Hotel Kelawai, was formerly known as 2 PM Lounge. Gravity is a rooftop bar, located on level 24.
G Hotel Kelawai was awarded The Bizz Business Excellence award by the World Confederation of Business (WORLDCOB) for the second time on 7 September 2021.
In 2021, G Hotel Kelawai was awarded the Expert Choice award by TripExpert.
The MYR 70.00 (USD 15.98) afternoon tea set:
- Salmon vol au vents,
- Mini croissants with tuna mayonnaise,
- Fruit scones with jam and butter,
- Chicken meatloaf brown toasts,
- Almond shortcake,
- Lemon tartlets,
- Bolognese puffs,
- Peanut butter cake,
- Longan fruit tarts, and
- Strawberry shortcake.
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Available day and time:
- Daily: 12.00 pm to 12.00 am
Address:
- Gravity, G Hotel Kelawai, 2, Persiaran Maktab, 10250 Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-238 0209 or +(60)4-238 0000
14. Platform 9 ¾ Fine Dining and Cellar
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The MYR 48.00 (USD 10.96) Harry Potter Quidditch game inspired high tea delicacies:
- Quail egg with salmon mousse,
- Duck rillette with apple slaw,
- Potato blinis sandwich with ham and cheese,
- Scone with sour cream and homemade berries jam,
- Lemon meringue,
- Chocolate mousse with mixed berry,
- Portobello mushroom with tart,
- Chocolate au pain,
- Cheesecake with chocolate pearl, and
- Macarons.
Available day and time:
- Daily (Except Tuesday): 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Platform 9 ¾ Fine Dining and Cellar, 61, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)12-611 7028
15. Sri Tanjung Café and Tea Room, Royale Chulan Hotel
Sri Tanjung Café is located on the ground floor of the Boustead building.
The MYR 60.00 (USD 13.69) afternoon tea set for 2 people at Tea Room:
- Smoked salmon sandwiches,
- Chocolate truffles,
- Opera cakes,
- Peanut biscotti,
- Banana cakes,
- Bagel sandwiches,
- Macarons,
- Cheese sandwiches with cucumber,
- Red velvet cakes with cream cheese,
- Croissants with ham and cheese,
- Tartlets, and
- Scones with clotted cream and jam.
High tea buffet Penang is best eaten at Sri Tanjung Café every Sunday and on special occasions.
The high tea buffet is MYR 62.00 (USD 14.14) per adult, and MYR 32.00 (USD 7.30) per senior citizen or child. Hotel guests can enjoy a 20% discount.
Available day and time:
- Monday to Sunday: 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm (Afternoon tea for 2 people at Tea Room)
- Sunday: 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm (High tea buffet at Sri Tanjung Café)
Address:
- Sri Tanjung Café and Tea Room, Royale Chulan Hotel, No. 1 and 2, Pengkalan Weld, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-259 8888
- E-mail: enquiry.rcp@royalechulan.com
16. Top View Tea Lounge and Event Space
Top View Tea Lounge and Event Space was formerly known as 59 Sixty Dining Room and Bar.
Top View Tea Lounge and Event Space is located on the 59th floor of the KOMTAR building whereas the Top View Restaurant and Lounge is located on the 68th floor of the same building.
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Afternoon Tea Canape Platter for 2 people inclusive of 2 drinks is MYR 168.00 (USD 38.33) net:
- Ham, egg, and cheese sandwiches,
- Red velvet cakes,
- Matcha layer cake,
- Pastry puffs,
- Scones served with jam and clotted cream,
- Lychee and peach tarts, and
- Samosa.
After satisfying your tummy with high tea, you may indulge yourselves and your families in several attractions:
- Rainbow Skywalk and Observatory Deck.
- Jurassic Research Center.
- Top Boutique Aquarium.
- Penang State and Durian King Gallery.
- Magic Mirror Maze.
- Zombie Outbreak.
- Dino Gym.
- All tickets to the attractions can be purchased here.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Top View Tea Lounge and Event Space, 1, Jalan Penang, 10000 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-375 9800
17. Communal Table by Gen 根
The afternoon tea set menu is MYR 80.00 (USD 18.25) for 1 person and MYR 150.00 (USD 34.21) for 2 people.
Savory afternoon tea set:
- Coconut chutney clam fritter,
- Duck confit,
- Peanut glutinous rice ball,
- Potato sandwich,
- Palm sugar soy glaze corn in glass,
- Basil chutney,
- Garlic chives,
- Seaweed sauce Asian frittata,
- Ginger flower,
- Bacon, and
- Kaffir lime leaf.
Sweet afternoon tea set:
- Cream cheese macaron,
- Fish sauce praline,
- Strawberry compote,
- Gin jelly mini Mont Blanc,
- N&m pie nutmeg and mango puree,
- Dark chocolate ganache white chocolate mousse,
- Oolong cream choux puff,
- Candy chestnut,
- Pear, and
- Jasmine tea.
Available day and time:
- Daily (Except Monday and Tuesday): 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Address:
- Communal Table by Gen, 68, Lebuh Presgave, George Town, 10300 Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)12-578 3323
18. Auction Rooms Café, Kimberley Hotel
Auction Rooms Café at Kimberley Hotels holds exclusive auctions of antique items once every month.
Pandora Box MYR 128.00 (USD 29.20) Savories set:
- Salmon tartar in baguette,
- Skagenrora in baguette,
- Chicken pie,
- Anchovies sambal bread,
- Scones with raspberry jam and clotted cream, and
- Bird nest.
Pandora Box MYR 128.00 Sweet Treats set:
- Banana cake slice,
- Chocolate brownies,
- Blueberry cheese tart,
- Gingerbread,
- Watermelon gazpacho, and
- Bird nest.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Auction Rooms Café, Kimberley Hotel, 38a, Jalan Sungai Ujong, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-261 8529
19. Ferringhi Coffee Garden
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Ferringhi Coffee Garden is open only for breakfast, lunch, and high tea. The Ferringhi Restaurant next to it is open only for dinner.
The MYR 72.80 (USD 16.61) delightful high tea set:
- Banana and lemon meringue cupcakes,
- French butter scones,
- Chocolate and rye cookies,
- Mini chicken pie,
- Salmon mayonnaise sourdough sandwich, and
- Mini chicken burger.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Address:
- Ferringhi Coffee Garden, 34-A/B/C, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11000 Batu Ferringhi, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-881 1193 or +(60)16-415 8835
20. Nyonya Palazzo
Nyonya Palazzo is a Nyonya and Baba traditional sweet and savory dessert and Western dessert café.
The MYR 29.90 (USD 6.81) Baba Nyonya High Tea set:
- Steamed tapioca dessert,
- Inti steamed glutinous rice,
- Seri muka dessert,
- Pandan egg custard,
- Tai tai steamed glutinous rice, and
- Yam dessert.
Nyonya Palazzo serves Royale Tiffin High Tea sets in bamboo tiffin.
The MYR 48.80 (USD 11.12) single layer Royale Tiffin High Tea set:
- 4 pieces of assorted Nyonya dessert,
- 3 pieces of cream puffs, and
- Rattan tiffin.
The MYR 98.80 (USD 22.52) double layer Royale Tiffin High Tea set:
- 3 pieces of Cai Tao dessert (Radish cake),
- 6 pieces of assorted Nyonya dessert,
- 2 pieces of Miku (Red tortoise bun),
- Net or web-like crepe with chicken curry, and
- Rattan tiffin.
Available date and time:
- Daily (Except Thursday): 10.00 am to 6.30 pm
Address:
- Nyonya Palazzo, 29, Church Street, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)17-222 6178
21. Winter Warmers Coffee and Tea House
For people who love sipping tea in rare beautiful potteries with various designs, this is the right place for you to enjoy your afternoon tea in Penang.
The MYR 22.90 (USD 5.22) Cream Tea comes with 2 scones, jam, and either black tea or green tea. The MYR 81.90 (USD 18.68) Afternoon Tea comes with sweet and savory desserts and pastries and 2 pots of either black tea or green tea.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 12.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Address:
- G Hotel Outlet: Winter Warmers Coffee and Tea House, Lot G-3A, G Hotel Gurney, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- G Hotel Outlet Telephone: +(60)4-291 9848
22. Elementos Tapas and Lounge, Hompton Beach Hotel
Elementos Tapas and Lounge in Hompton Beach Hotel serves among the best Penang afternoon tea D’Seven Seas for tea lovers to enjoy sipping their teas with the view of the azure blue beach.
The MYR 90.00 (USD 20.54) hearty high tea set:
- Prawn cocktail salsa,
- Chicken karage sandwiches,
- Kani mayonnaise on waffle bed,
- Fish sandwich rolls,
- Macaron with palm sugar,
- Creme brulee tart,
- Mango panna cotta, and
- Hazelnut chocolate cake.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Address:
- Elementos Tapas and Lounge, Hompton Beach Hotel, No. 533. Jalan C.M. Hashim, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 Penang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- Telephone: +(60)4-373 3233
23. Satellite Restaurant and Bar, Lexis Suites
Satellite Restaurant and Bar is located on the 25th floor of Lexis Suites Penang, with an aerial view of Teluk Kumbar.
The MYR 58.00 (USD 13.24) various menu sets:
Menu 1:
- 4 spicy chicken sandwiches, 2 tuna croissant sandwiches, 4 potato curry puffs, chicken lemongrass skewers, 4 scones with strawberry jam, and 2 muffins.
Menu 2:
- 4 smoked salmon canapes, 2 tuna croissant sandwiches, 4 golden pear dumpling, 2 chicken kebab rolls, 4 scones with strawberry jam, and 4 fruit skewers.
Menu 3:
- 4 chicken satay sandwiches, 2 tuna croissant sandwiches, 4 cheese balls, 4 mushroom quiche, 4 scones with strawberry jam, and 4 assorted cakes.
Menu 4:
- 2 roasted chicken tortillas, 4 salmon sandwiches, 2 steamed salted egg buns, 6 tori karage, 4 scones with strawberry jam, and 2 mango lychee cakes.
Available day and time:
- Daily: 3.00 pm to 7.00 pm
- Special occasions: 11.00 am to 6.00 pm
Address:
- Satellite Restaurant and Bar, Lexis Suites, 28, Jalan Teluk Kumbar, 11920 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.
Reservation:
- E-mail: reservations@lexissuitespenang.com
FAQ
Halal High Tea In Penang
All high tea in Penang are halal as it is vegan-friendly and vegetarian-friendly. The hotels, cafes, and restaurants usually outsource the halal meat suppliers for ham, chicken, and meat.
Important Unique Tips
- You must dress according to the venue dress code. For instance, the hotels require you to dress smart casual, and no flips flop.
- Scones must be broken apart first. Then, clotted cream must be spread on top of the scones before the jam is applied. However, Cornish tradition is vice versa.
- Keep your pinky finger down while holding a teacup.
Conclusion
All ready and excited to have high tea in Penang?
Are you drooling over the high tea menu and the lovely ambiance? Would you like to check out the places over the weekend?
We hope that you find this guide helpful. Just ensure that you keep in mind all the important tips we have listed before you embark on your trips to these lovely high tea places in Penang.
Let us know in the comments below if you have been to any of these high tea places in Penang or are planning to go to one!
And if you know of any more high tea places in Penang that are still under operation that we could add to the list, feel free to tell us. We would love to hear more from you.
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