High Tea at Paradox Sydney

27 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW

About Paradox Sydney

Located in the heart of Sydney, Paradox Sydney offers an elegant and immersive setting where refined taste meets thoughtful design. Known for its beautifully curated experiences and luxurious surroundings, Paradox is a destination for those who appreciate quality, detail and elevated hospitality. The atmosphere is polished yet welcoming, making it ideal for meaningful catch-ups, celebrations or indulgent afternoon escapes.

With a focus on craftsmanship and presentation, Paradox Sydney creates experiences that feel special from the moment you arrive. Every detail is designed to elevate the occasion, turning a simple gathering into a memorable ritual.

 

Traditional High Tea at Paradox Sydney

The Paradox Traditional High Tea is a classic and indulgent experience, beautifully presented across tiered stands. Guests can enjoy a selection of delicate savoury bites such as finger sandwiches, followed by warm scones served with jam and cream, and an assortment of exquisite pastries crafted to delight the senses.

Paired with premium loose-leaf teas, this high tea celebrates timeless elegance and relaxed sophistication. For those looking to elevate the occasion, optional champagne or cocktail upgrades are available, transforming the experience into a refined social ritual enjoyed within Paradox’s luxurious surrounds.

What Makes Paradox High Tea Special

What sets Paradox’s Traditional High Tea apart is its emphasis on elegance, ritual and presentation. The experience blends classic high tea traditions with a modern sense of luxury, making it perfect for both seasoned high tea lovers and first-time guests.

The option to enhance your high tea with champagne or cocktails adds flexibility and indulgence, allowing guests to tailor the experience to suit celebrations, special moments or leisurely afternoons.

What to Expect When You Visit

Expect a calm, sophisticated environment with attentive service and beautifully styled tables. The pace is relaxed, encouraging guests to savour each tier and enjoy conversation without feeling rushed.

Paradox Traditional High Tea is well suited to couples, friends and small groups seeking a polished yet approachable high tea experience in Sydney, whether for birthdays, celebrations or a refined afternoon treat.

Celebrate: Cloud High Tea at Paradox Sydney 

To mark Paradox Sydney's first anniversary, the hotel is delighted to introduce a limited-edition Cloud High Tea.

Served in the elegant Fax Bar, this whimsical experience layers cloud-inspired pastries, refined savoury bites and freshly baked white chocolate scones onto a traditional three-tier stand.

Whether guests are celebrating a special occasion, catching up with friends or simply craving a unique afternoon treat, it's the perfect invitation to slow down and spend a little time above the clouds in the heart of Sydney's CBD.

Available daily from 10:00am to 2:30pm, priced at $85 per adult and $40 per child (under 12).

Facilities & Features

  • Gluten Free Options
  • Kids Friendly
  • Vegan Options
  • Themed Tea

High Tea Menu

Cloud High Tea - Adult
Step above the ordinary with our limited-edition Cloud High Tea at Paradox Sydney. Served in the elegant Fax Bar, this whimsical experience features cloud-inspired pastries, refined savoury favourites and freshly baked white chocolate scones, beautifully presented on a traditional three-tier stand. Perfect for celebrations, catch-ups with friends or a unique afternoon treat, the Cloud High Tea invites you to slow down, indulge and enjoy a little time above the clouds in the heart of Sydney's CBD. Available daily from 10:00am to 2:30pm
$85.00 per person
Cloud High Tea - Child
Step above the ordinary with our limited-edition Cloud High Tea at Paradox Sydney. Served in the elegant Fax Bar, this whimsical experience features cloud-inspired pastries, refined savoury favourites and freshly baked white chocolate scones, beautifully presented on a traditional three-tier stand. Perfect for celebrations, catch-ups with friends or a unique afternoon treat, the Cloud High Tea invites you to slow down, indulge and enjoy a little time above the clouds in the heart of Sydney's CBD. Available daily from 10:00am to 2:30pm
$40.00 per person
Gluten-Free High Tea
A gluten-free high tea with matcha tiramisu, panna cotta, quiche, GF scones with jam and cream, plus unlimited tea and coffee.
$85.00 per person
Sparkling Gluten-Free High Tea
Gluten-free savoury and sweet favourites with GF scones, unlimited tea and coffee, and a glass of sparkling wine included.
$95.00 per person
Vegan High Tea
Plant-based high tea featuring vegan sweets, savoury bites, native jam scones and unlimited Vittoria coffee and La Maison Du Thé teas.
$85.00 per person
Sparkling Vegan High Tea
A fully vegan high tea with plant-based savouries, decadent sweets, vegan scones, unlimited tea and coffee and a glass of sparkling wine.
$95.00 per person
Kids High Tea
A fun high tea for kids featuring cupcakes, macarons, choc-chip scones and savoury bites, served with fresh juice or hot chocolate.
$40.00 per person

Other Information

Parking: Valet Parking Only @$85.00 per car up to 24 hours Local parking stations available within 5 minutes walk of the hotel

Accessibility: Hotel and venues are wheelchair accessible for access via main entrance at O'Connell Street

Dress Code: Smart Casual Attire

Other Information: Bookings are essential as walk-ins are subject to availability

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