The Four Best Devonshire Teas in Brisbane
Get ready to raise your pinkie over some tea and scones.
Nothing can cure mid-afternoon or mid-morning hunger quite like a cup of tea and a scone. The combo of a sweet pick-me-up and hot cuppa is somehow both homely and cosy, as well as a little fancy — especially when served with delicate, whimsical china. So, instead of reaching for the two-minute noodles when your tummy starts grumbling, get ready to raise your pinkie while enjoying the oh-so-fancy experience that is Devonshire tea.
Passiontree Velvet
Please your inner aristocrat with Passiontree Velvet's lovely Devonshire cream tea. Their home-baked scones are light and cake-like, served warm and accompanied with jam and cream (of course). The scones are made extra special when paired with Harney & Sons selective range of teas. Try Florence, a chocolate and hazelnut blend that tastes and smells delicious. Or take a quick trip to France with a cup of Paris, another lovely black tea choice which includes vanilla, caramel and currant notes.
Carindale Westfield, 1151 Creek Road, Carindale
Ormiston House
Former home to Captain Louis Hope, this homestead dates back to 1862 and has become a perfect day-trip destination. The colonial house is open for members of the public to enjoy. What's more, Devonshire tea is served on the verandah overlooking lush azalea bushes each Sunday (noon - 4pm). After you've had your fill of jam, cream, scones and tea, mosey through the 14 acres of gorgeous gardens. Visitors are also welcome to bring a picnic and sit soaking in the views of Moreton Bay.
277 Wellington Street, Ormiston
Room with Roses
Room with Roses has become a bit of a Brisbane icon, and rightly so. At the top of the gorgeous Brisbane Arcade is a real treat for lovers of old-school elegance, making it a great choice for an inner city tea date. Room with Roses creates special scones — try the ginger scones with real chewy bits of delicious ginger served with cream and marmalade. Their scones are more of a cake consistency rather than the traditional style, and suitable for the coeliacs among us.
Gallery Level Brisbane Arcade, 160 Queen Street, Brisbane
Dandelion and Driftwood
Hendra's Dandelion and Driftwood is a Northside favourite. Every detail in this cafe has been beautifully thought out in order to give diners a rememberable overall experience. From the staff's uniforms to the interesting information cards that accompany all teas and coffees, Dandelion and Driftwood receive a well-deserved A+ for effort. Their scones are served with raspberry jam and double cream and are made all the more tasty when enjoyed with their signature dandelion tea. For a relaxing morning tea, choose to sit in their back courtyard; we can guarantee the front of the cafe will be busy.
Shop 1/45 Gehler Road, Hendra
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