Zoe’s, at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier
For lovers of afternoon tea, or tea in general, Zoe’s is a can’t-miss. Expect impeccable service as you enjoy the remarkable architecture and ambiance of this historic venue.
With a selection of Fairmont-exclusive loose-leaf teas, your pot of tea will be one to savour. Ask the servers for their recommendations, you might just get a tea blend with a Canadian twist! Also on the menu; English scones with mascarpone cream and house-made strawberry jam.
Take in the ambiance of the iconic Chateau Laurier, a castle-like hotel next to the Rideau Canal Locks, with views of the National Arts Centre to the south and Parliament Hill to the West. This downtown high tea is the perfect interlude between museum-hopping or exploring Ottawa's cultural institutions.
How much is high tea at Chateau Laurier Ottawa?
The experience is priced at $79 per adult and $35 per child aged six and above, exclusive of applicable taxes and gratuity.
Is there a dress code for Chateau Laurier High Tea?
There is no formal dress code for Afternoon tea at the Chateau Laurier, but smart casual is recommended. Most people will be in dressy clothes up to formal wear.
Le Cordon Bleu
You can have a premiere afternoon tea experience at the only Cordon Bleu campus in Canada! Here, students in the Diplome de Patisserie program prepare an Afternoon tea drawing from French culinary tradition. This exclusive experience is only offered a few dates each season, so make sure to keep an eye on their upcoming events to reserve your tea.
Tea on the Lawn at Billings Estate National Historic Site
Tea on the Lawn is a favoured summertime tradition for an affordable high tea experience on the backdrop of a heritage home built almost 200 years ago, making it one of Ottawa’s oldest homes in the city.
At just $21.95/person, the three-tier tea experience is a steal! Make a reservation as dates fill up quickly.
Brunch and Afternoon Tea at Vanitea Room
Vanitea Room brings new meaning to ‘tea party'. This tearoom is renowned for its gorgeous interior and drag brunches, where you can enjoy a brunch tea sampler (afternoon tea reimagined with breakfast fixings) while local drag artists dazzle! Stop in later in the day for a more standard afternoon tea experience. Vanitea also offers a vegan high tea. Popular for bachelorette/girls' weekends!
Afternoon Tea at Quelque Chose Patisserie
Quelque Chose is a popular spot for sweet treats, known for meticulously presented desserts which don’t compromise on taste. Their Afternoon Tea follows these standards, making it a great choice for the fine dining enthusiast!
Quelque Chose presents their Afternoon tea with freshly baked scones and croissants, providing gluten-free and vegetarian options and a discounted rate for children. The Petit Afternoon Tea is a nice option if you’re looking for a lighter and more economical portion, omitting tea sandwiches.
More tea shops and experiences in Ottawa
Beyond Ottawa's variety of high tea locations, you can also explore Ottawa's tea shops! These are a great spot to find a souvenir of your Ottawa trip or bring home a memento of your high tea experience.
- Teastore: conveniently located in Ottawa’s ByWard Market, with a wide selection of loose-leaf teas.
- World of Tea: In Nepean, this tea spot has a very knowledgeable staff and offers themed tastings for $20 (white/green tea, black tea, wulong tea and pu er tea).
- Red Door Provisions: A curated mix of pantry goods including a fine selection of teas, with locations downtown and in the Beechwood neighbourhood.
- Tease Tea: Based in Ottawa, this internationally recognized tea company can be found at many Ottawa gift shops and cafes.
