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“An old Hotel with lots of Charm”

Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor
Ranked #53 of 8,224 Restaurants in Melbourne
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Dining options: After-hours, Breakfast, Reservations
Neighbourhood: Central Business District
Description: Come partake in Melbourne's longest-running Afternoon Tea, with Champagne, silver stands of sandwiches, scones, canapes and beautiful desserts, and specialty tea - a ritual since 1883. Afternoon Tea is set in our historic dining room, One Eleven, and celebrations - from birthdays to anniversaries, bridal showers and weddings - are welcome.
Reviewed 5 July 2016

This is the 3rd time we have been for High Tea at the Windsor, the staff were fantastic, sitting there with silver service & great food. It takes you back to the 1800,s On the 3 tiered plate server which was brought to the table, were beautiful pastries, the sandwiches were fresh, the scones were yummy.The Desert bar had something for everyone, chocolate Dome cake, hot apricot pie, crepes, waffles & a Chocolate fountain with a variety of fresh fruits & marshmellows & many more cakes to choose from. The waitress also comes around replenishing the tea & coffee cups. So if you did not have a great afternoon tea, you did not explore the desert bar.

Date of visit: July 2016
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Annette M, Manager at Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor, responded to this reviewResponded 6 July 2016

Dear Gary

Thank you so much for your very descriptive review and we do appreciate the time given to letting others know about your afternoon tea experience. It is always rewarding to read that our guests had such a great time and we hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you back for a 4th time!

With thanks and kind regards

Annette Maidment
Food & Beverage Executive

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Reviewed 3 July 2016

I've had it on my wish list for a long time and finally 2 friends & I did it as a celebration of our 60th birthdays. I wasn't disappointed! Everything was delightful - the decor, the waiter, the food, the tea, the bubbly. I loved the savory offerings but sweet ones were lovely too. We went on a weekend so had the dessert buffet as well.Too many things to choose! Those vanilla slices were divine! We were thrilled when our waiter brought us each a little cake with a candle in it & a happy birthday message written in chocolate on the plate - a lovely touch! Now I need another excuse to go again one day!

Date of visit: June 2016
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Annette M, Manager at Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor, responded to this reviewResponded 4 July 2016

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at The Windsor afternoon tea and we are thrilled that you visited us "At Last"! We are delighted that you all enjoyed the afternoon especially as it was such a special day celebrating the 60th birthdays.

We hope you find another excuse to visit us again so that we can welcome you back soon!

With thanks and kind regards

Annette Maidment
Food & Beverage Executive

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Reviewed 2 July 2016 via mobile

Got a voucher for high tea for Mother's Day. It was an amazing experience. The elegance and refinery were great. The service was fantastic. If you are looking for a unique present or something to treat yourself this is the place! The fine delicate desserts are something to be seen and don't even get me started on the amazing chocolate fountain.

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Reviewed 1 July 2016

Having High Tea at The Windsor, has been on my wish list, I can now tick it off. I'm glad I made the effort, it was nice, but have definitely had better. I wouldn't go back again. The service was very good, the coffee was great. The food was all a bit disappointing, a bit bland and a bit all the same. Would I recommend it........ I think you could find a better High Tea else where. 🙁

Date of visit: June 2016
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Annette M, Manager at Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor, responded to this reviewResponded 4 July 2016

Dear Sir or Madam

Thank you for your review and I am sorry you found the food to be a bit disappointing. We always strive to leave our guests with wonderful memories of their time with us and I regret that we failed you on this occasion. I do hope that we have the chance to welcome you back again sometime in the future.

With kind regards

Annette Maidment
Food & Beverage Executive

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Reviewed 1 July 2016 via mobile

Our visit to Afternoon Tea at The Windsor Melbourne was simply fabulous. I took my sister and Mum (both of them fussy eaters) and we all loved every single minute. The food was fantastic, all fresh and delicious. The venue was gorgeous and the service was outstanding. Our waiter, Kevin was incredibly attentive and friendly. He made our experience all that more special. At $69 on a weekday this Afternoon Tea may seem expensive to some, but it is truthfully worth every single cent. Thank-you to The Windsor Melbourne for a wonderful afternoon.

Date of visit: July 2016
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Annette M, Manager at Afternoon Tea at The Hotel Windsor, responded to this reviewResponded 4 July 2016

Dear Jessy

Thank you so much for your terrific review and we are delighted you all had such a fabulous time. Thank you also for your comments about Kevin and I have passed on your comments to him.

I hope we have the pleasure of welcoming you all back again sometime in the near future.

With thanks and kind regards

Annette Maidment
Food & Beverage Executive

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