Shanghai's Best Rooftop & Balcony Afternoon Tea Spots

We're on a bit of an outdoor kick lately as you may have noticed, it's hard not to be with such nice weather. Our latest offering to readers: some of Shanghai's best rooftop and balcony afternoon tea spots. Enjoy!

FLAIR ROOFTOP

Address: 58/F, The Ritz Carlton, Shanghai IFC, 8 Century Avenue

Tel: [phone]

When: Friday – Sunday 2 – 4:30pm (last order)

Price: RMB 288/Person, RMB 488/ Set Meal for 2 (Not inclusive of service charge)

With a seating capacity of 100pax indoors and 132pax on their rooftop balcony, take in the picturesque view of Pujiang and Lujiazui over the afternoon. 

Their popular afternoon tea menu is a blend of Asian and Western treats including the traditional scones, mousse, pudding, desserts, Vietnamese spring rolls, croissant, coconut pudding and more.

CHIKALICIOUS

Address: Room 205a, Unit 106, 5 Xintiandi Xinli, No. 123 5 Xingye Lu

Tel: [phone]

Price: RMB 188/Person + 10% Service Charge, Not inclusive of drinks

One of the most popular dessert houses in New York, Chikalicious stands as an individual 2-storey building with their dessert bar on the 2nd floor. The bar serves the famous 3-course Prix Fixe menu made from their open concept kitchen.

The first floor serves ala carte dessert, of which their best seller is the crepe cake. Unlike the second floor which boasts a private dining ambience, the first floor is more crowded and public.

POP

AFTERNOON TEA WITH A VIEW

Address: 7/F, Bund No. 3, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, Huangpu District

Tel: [phone]

When: Every Sunday Afternoon 2-5pm

Price: POP Classic Afternoon Tea Set Meal For 2, RMB 328 + 10% Service Charge, Inclusive of 2 cups of coffee or hot chocolate, POP Deluxe Afternoon Tea Set Meal for 2, RMB 548 + 10% Service Charge, Inclusive of 2 cups of coffee or hot chocolate

The revitalizing Pop Bar on Bund No. 3 provides a view of Lujiazui and The Bund’s beauty through their balcony.

The revamped space achieves an artistic balance with its pop culture art pieces and dining experience, providing the perfect pop for your afternoon.

PARIS ROUGE

ROMANTIC PARISIAN TEA

Address: Room 102, 1/F, Rock Bund, 133 Yuanming Yuan Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: 5 May 2017 – 25 June 2017, Friday – Sunday 14:00 – 17:00, Last Order at 16:30, Advance Booking Required

Price: Afternoon Tea Set Meal for 2: RMB 280/Person, RMB 480, Set of 2, Price excludes 10% service charge

Classic Parisian café Paris Rouge provides a romantic Parisian getaway and afternoon tea, including coffee from its RMB 200,000 copper coffee machine. 

By a French Michelin star chef, expect a traditional French tea with push cart services, live flower tea performances and a romantic luxurious dining experience. 

RIVIERA SHANGHAI

ITALIAN AND JAPANESE FUSION AFTERNOON TEA

Address: 1/F, Riviera, 505 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 2- 5pm

Price: Afternoon Tea Set Meal for 2 RMB 198/Set, Includes 2 drinks of choice

Enjoy the full view of Pudong Binjiang from Riviera Shanghai’s balcony over a relaxing afternoon tea. 

Their newly minted afternoon tea menu includes Japanese bento set meals, cherry blossom tea, handmade strawberry daifuku and oven baked peach jelly.

NO.1 WAI TAN YUAN

Address: 33 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon: 2-4pm 

Price: Single Set RMB 330/Person + 16.6% Service Charge, Set for 2 RMB 590/Set + 16.6% Service Charge

In one of the oldest buildings along the Bund, Wai Tan Yuan houses an English garden in the front with 27 old trees. The 2-storey building is not only beautifully decorated, it also has a comfortable and spacious interior with excellent service. 

Have a unique afternoon tea here and be pampered by world-class services, rich culture and refined art.

RIVIERA LOUNGE

GARDEN TEA IN LUJIAZUI

Address: Mandarin Oriental, 111 Pudong Nan Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 2-5pm

Price: RMB 488/Set, Excluding Service Charge

Within Mandarin Oriental, Riviera Lounge provides comfortable seating and desserts by top-class dessert chefs to treat you and your best friends. Through their floor length windows, enjoy a panoramic view of the city in the comforts of the air-conditioned room. 

Their afternoon tea menu consists of freshly baked scones, sandwiches and all kinds of cakes you can dream of. 

TOPS

TEA WITH AN ENDLESS VIEW

Address: Rooftop of Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund, 19 Gongping Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 14:00 – 17:00 

Price: Tops Champagne Set Meal for 2 RMB 616/Set (Includes Tax and Service Charge)

The city’s first rooftop balcony bar, enjoy a 180 view of the city and the bund, as well as the beauty of Pudong right before your eyes. 

For the perfect summer afternoon, listen to calming music and taste finely made desserts with your friends over great chats.

LA RUE AT INTERCONTINENTAL RUIJIN HOTEL

TEA IN THE CITY'S GARDEN

Address: 1/F, Intercontinental Ruijn Hotel, 118 Ruijin Er Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 1-5pm 

Price: 

English Afternoon Tea Set Includes Coffee or Tea: RMB 398/Set, Excludes Coffee or Tea RMB 288/Set

French Afternoon Tea Set Includes Coffee or Tea: RMB 456/Set, Excludes Coffee or Tea RMB 348/Set

Chinese Afternoon Tea Set Includes Coffee or Tea: RMB 398/Set, Excludes Coffee or Tea RMB 288/Set

Located in InterContinental Ruijin hotel, have afternoon tea in the comfort of the hotel and without stepping out. 

When summer comes around, the balcony springs to life as the space is opened up for afternoon tea. Choose from one of the three themes – Elegant English, Romantic French and Intricate Chinese, and enjoy your summer afternoon away.

EILEEN

ENCHANTING AND ELEGANT AFTERNOON AT EILEEN'S

Address: 3/F, Shanghai World Financial Center, 100 Century Avenue

Tel: [phone]

When: 1:30 – 5pm 

Price: Afternoon Tea Set for 2 RMB 258/Set (Includes Service Charge)

Known for its creative spin on local Shanghainese dishes, Eileen allows diners to enjoy their afternoon tea on their outdoor terrace that is decorated with red lip decals, potted plants and fairy lights. 

The afternoon tea set comprises of 6 types of snacks and 1 English red tea, all of which come together and shaped like a swan. We recommend trying out their iconic red lip cheesecake and tofu tiramisu.

LA VILLA ROUGE

QUAINT SUNNY AFTERNOON TEA IN A BUNGALOW

Address: 811 Hengshan Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: 28 April 2017 – 28 June 2017 Afternoon 1-5pm 

Price: Afternoon Tea Set for 2 RMB 218/Set (Includes Service Charge)

Hidden in one of the villas in Xujiahui Park, the red brick space was once a century old record store and is affectionately known as La Villa Rouge. 

On a lazy afternoon, spend your time away sitting along their balcony and enjoying some tea while soaking in the sun. 

BIANCHI & BELLA CIAO

ROOFTOP AFTERNOON TEA AT TIANZIFANG

Address: Tianzifang, No. 155 7 Jianguo Zhong Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: 28 April 2017 – 28 June 2017, Afternoon 2-4pm

Price: Single Classic Set RMB 146/Person, Includes 3 Desserts from selection of 3 and 1 cup of coffee or tea

Taking up a bungalow within Tianzifang, Bianchi & Bella Ciao has a balcony on the third floor that allows diners to enjoy the beauty of Tianzifang over light snacks. 

All white tables, chairs and table setting, enter the Australian town and be enchanted by their ambience, food and beautiful view.

KABB

AMERICAN OASIS IN THE CITY

Address: Building 5, New World Beili, 181 Taicang Lu | LG1-142, IAPM Mall, 999 Huaihai Zhong Lu | S1-04 & S2-04, 1 – 2/F, Jingan Jiali Zhongxin, 1238 Yanan Zhong Lu

Tel: [phone]丨64483039丨62378863

When: Daily, Afternoon 2-5pm

Price: RMB 228/Single Set + 10% Service Charge, RMB 418/Set for 2 + 10% Service Charge

Not intending to change its enchanting but relaxed style that has been with them for the past 10 years, KABB is also known for its red and black color scheme and American food. 

Spend the afternoon over tea, great treats and soothing blues music on their pictureseque balcony.

CALYPSO

MEDITERRANEAN AFTERNOON TEA

Address: Jingan Jiali Zhongxin Square South Side, Tongren Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 2-5pm

Price: RMB 228/Single Set + 10% Service Charge, RMB 418/Set for 2 + 10% Service Charge

In the main hall of Jingan Shangri-la hotel, Mediterranean themed Calypso has a half open modern rooftop bar offering scenic views of the city on the second floor that is only accessible by their lift. 

Their unique afternoon tea menu is all things Mediterranean, from omelette to salmon with cream and cheese, fruit mousse and chocolate fruit sweets.

THE HOUSE OF ROOSEVELT

TEA WITH A PANORAMIC VIEW OF PUJIANG

Address: 9/F, The House of Roosevelt, 27 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: Afternoon 2-5pm

Price: RMB 228/Single Set + 10% Service Charge, RMB 418/Set for 2 + 10% Service Charge

The historical 1920s building renovated by the American Roosevelt family is now one of the hit fashion landmarks along the Bund. 

Sitting on the balcony, enjoy an undisrupted view of the Huangpu river and the cityscape over some champagne and sweet treats.

SKY LOUNGE

CREATIVE YOGURT THEMED AFTERNOON TEA

Address: China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park, Jinji Lake, 288 Wang Dunlu Lu

Tel: [phone]

When: May – June, Every Saturday and Sunday 2-5pm

Price: RMB 328/Set + 15% Service Charge, Includes 2 fresh brewed coffee or tea and 2 glasses of champagne

Located on the 27th floor of InterContinental Suzhou hotel, Sky Lounge provides one of the best views of the Jinji Lake and is a great spot for a day out with friends. 

Incorporating yogurt into their afternoon tea dishes, expect fruits with oatmeal and yogurt, yogurt cheese balls and more, alongside a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea, and red wine.

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