Tea with a view? Don’t mind if we do. Host your party in elegant tearooms near South Bank to airy cafés in New Farm and heritage-listed gems around Spring Hill. This city knows how to put on a spread. Think tiered trays of fresh scones, finger sandwiches, sweet treats, and a good pot of brew, or even bubbles, if you're feeling fancy. Whether it's for a birthday, baby shower, or just a catch-up with mates, Brisbane’s got afternoon tea venues where you can sip and snack in style. Scroll down to find your ideal venue because every good chat deserves cake.
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average $80 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from November 2025:
| From $69 | to $89 | per person |
| From $1200 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $420 | to $700 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2025), the best options include:
The Courtyard at Industry Beans Newstead
in Newstead - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Highly recommend Industry Beans for your next private event. :)...’
The Library at Ovolo The Valley
in Fortitude Valley - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue, service and value.’
Veranda at Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre
in Brisbane CBD - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Lilli and our guests had a fantastic time, and we all look forward to coming back for future events.’
You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Brisbane, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2025):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 700 m from central Brisbane, available to book on Tagvenue: