Restaurant
Hopetoun Tea Rooms est. 1892 (TM)
421 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Hopetoun Tea Rooms est. 1892 (TM)
421 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Book NowAbout Hopetoun Tea Rooms est. 1892 (TM)
Slip down the Bourke Street laneway into a subterranean bakehouse where heritage teas meet handcrafted patisserie. Visitors escape the CBD rush over tiered stands stacked with warm scones, house raspberry jam, and savoury pastries. Through a wide kitchen window, pastry chefs shape fresh cakes by hand while guests take their time over pots of Lady Hopetoun tea.
- Open Bakery Viewing Window: A dedicated viewing window looks directly into the on-site bakehouse where pastry chefs craft cakes and pastries by hand.
- House-Blended Loose-Leaf Teas: Proprietary loose-leaf options include Lady Hopetoun and 7th Earl blends, poured by the pot or tinned by weight.
- Tucked-Away Basement Retreat: Tucked down a quiet laneway and down a flight of stairs, offering an uncrowded refuge from the city streets.
What's On at Hopetoun Tea Rooms est. 1892 (TM)
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Hopetoun Tea Rooms
Handcrafted patisserie, curated house blends, and a peaceful city sanctuary.
Classic Devonshire & Tiered Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an authentic afternoon service complete with freshly baked scones, homemade raspberry jam, sweet cream, and tailored tea selections served on elegant tableware.
Had the Devonshire tea for two, it was lovely . The atmosphere is so quiet and relaxing away from the hustle and bustle outside.
sharon stringer Open Bakery Viewing Window
A dedicated viewing window into the working kitchen lets visitors watch pastry chefs handcrafting fresh baked goods and cakes with complete transparency.
And the kitchen is glass so you can see how careful, fresh, and transparent their pastries are.
Leonard Secluded Laneway & Basement Escape
Tucked down a laneway and downstairs into a basement, this secluded nook offers an uncrowded refuge from the busy city streets.
Unless google told us, we wouldn't have discovered this place, ever. Down a laneway, down into a basement. Once we are there, it's rather nice.
Adil Sheikh Unrushed Daytime Catch-Ups
The intimate setting and warm teahouse atmosphere make it an ideal spot to sit and converse comfortably before a theatre outing or afternoon walk.
Truly a delightful venue for a cuppa and catch up with a dear friend to while away the morning before an afternoon at the theatre.
Heather Budd Special Occasions & Milestone Gatherings
Whether marking milestones with custom decorated birthday cakes or gathering across generations, the team accommodates celebrations with memorable warmth.
A working bakery it has really nice staff that made a very informal 'high tea' for our grand daughters 5th birthday a very happy affair.
Mozz Custom Handcrafted Celebration Cakes
Pastry chefs provide handcrafted custom birthday cakes and bespoke celebratory pastries neatly packaged on demand for milestone moments.
Michelle the Manager, Pastry Chef is a complete legend. Requested two larger bday cakes at 12 on a Saturday afternoon and she got them made up by order by the 3pm.
Naomi Drew
Most popular items
Most praised classic bakery and afternoon tea staples
Scones
the scones were some of the best I’ve had.
Maria Simitsis Devonshire Tea for Two
Had the Devonshire tea for two, it was lovely .
sharon stringer Lamb Roll
I absolutely love the lamb roll, and the tea selection is just as good.
Brandon Pavlova
the coffee and menu is mouth watering, especially if you love pavlova.
Gary Smith
Other favorites
Handcrafted cakes, artisan pies, and specialty loose-leaf infusions
Chocolate Decadence Cake
Best chocolate cake I’ve ever had!
Leia Andrews Lemon Meringue Pie
The best lemon meringue pie I ever had in my life.
Zoya N Rhubarb Pie with Custard
the rhubarb pie with custard was divine.
Foodiedoodie Food Wattleseed Tea
tried the wattleseed tea on the server's recommendation and was pleasantly surprised.
sharon cataldo
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and artisanal touches that elevate the tea experience.
Open Bakery Viewing Window
Guests can watch pastries and cakes handcrafted in real time through an open viewing window overlooking the on-site working bakery.
Custom Celebration Gestures
Celebratory milestones receive thoughtful touches, including staff presenting cake selections and singing happy birthday, along with custom cakes prepared with personalized birthday plaques.
Emerald Green Tableware Presentation
Teas and pastries are presented on distinctive emerald green tableware and matching serving trays with individual strainers and pretty teapots.
Keepsake Tin & Tea Guidance
Patrons can explore house-blended loose-leaf teas with guidance from a tea expert, then purchase custom blends by weight in keepsake aluminium tea tins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you find the entrance, and is the venue wheelchair accessible?
The Bourke Street location is accessed via a side laneway door on the left and requires walking down a flight of stairs into the basement bake shop, making it not wheelchair accessible.
What is the seating setup like for dining in?
Seating downstairs is quite compact and limited to a few tables, making the space best suited for solo visitors or pairs, while takeaway pastries and whole cakes are readily available.
What tea and food options are served?
You can order high tea and Devonshire tea stands featuring fresh scones, savouries, and desserts, accompanied by house-blended loose-leaf teas served in pots with strainers. Specialty loose-leaf blends are also available to take home in canisters or keepsake tins.
Can you watch the bakers work on site?
Guests can watch the pastry chefs craft cakes, pies, and pastries by hand through a dedicated glass kitchen window in the bakery.
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