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WHEN

Fri: 11am and 1pm
Sat – Sun: 10am, 12pm and 2pm

All reservations are for 90 minutes.

WHERE

The Grounds Cafe
7a/2 Huntley Street,
Alexandria NSW 2015

Map & Directions

RESERVATIONS

Groups of 9-20 people can book The Patisserie High Tea online for $99 per person.

All guests will be required to dine on our high tea menu.

CONTACT US

Contact us if you have any questions regarding this experience.

(02) 9699 2225
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Fri: 11am and 1pm
Sat – Sun: 10am, 12pm and 2pm

All reservations are for 90 minutes.

The Grounds Cafe
7a/2 Huntley Street,
Alexandria NSW 2015

Map & Directions

Groups of 9-20 people can book The Patisserie High Tea online for $99 per person.

All guests will be required to dine on our high tea menu.

Contact us if you have any questions regarding this experience.

(02) 9699 2225
Enquire Now

Christmas Patisserie High Tea

A lavish festive high tea experience for celebrations worth remembering.

ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE

Celebrate the festive season in style with an indulgent private high tea experience at The Grounds of Alexandria, perfect for Christmas gatherings, end-of-year celebrations and special occasions worth making a little extra memorable.

Tucked away within The Grounds Cafe, discover an intimate private dining room overlooking our bustling patisserie.

Inspired by our Peppermint Twistmas theme, the space is adorned with luxurious mint green satin, shimmering silver accents, snowy garlands and elegant candlelight, with every detail thoughtfully curated to create a truly enchanting setting.

Gather around a beautifully styled table and indulge in a delicious selection of sweet and savoury high tea delights, accompanied by your choice of tea, coffee or juice. From the elegant table settings to the finishing festive touches, we’ve taken care of the finer details so you can focus on what matters most – celebrating together.

Designed for private group celebrations of 9-20 guests.

Prefer a high tea without the festive styling? Discover our Classic High Tea experience, offering the same indulgent selection of sweet and savoury delights in a beautifully styled setting.

Our Menu

All dishes are plated to share.

SAVOURY

  • EGG SALAD, ASPARAGUS & WATERCRESS SANDWICH

  • CHICKEN WALDORF FINGER SANDWICH

    with apple and walnut

  • GOAT'S CHEESE & NECTARINE CHOUX

    with honey and basil

  • SMOKED TROUT AND POTATO BLINI

    with crème fraîche and caviar

  • WARM MINI SPINACH AND MUSHROOM PIE

    with tomato relish

SWEET

  • PISTACHIO PRALINE AND CHOCOLATE PROFITEROLE

  • PASSIONFRUIT AND FRESH RASPBERRY TARTLET

  • MINI MIXED BERRY CHEESECAKE

  • SALTED CARAMEL AND BUTTERCREAM MACARON

  • FRESHLY BAKED SCONES

    served with mascarpone cream and jam

FAQS

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LOCATION

This high tea experience takes place in The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe (7a / 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria NSW 2015). Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your session.

Due to limited onsite parking, we recommend using public transport where possible, or allowing extra time when driving in case of heavy traffic.

COST

Tickets are available for $89 each (+ booking fees). Please note that a minimum of 9 tickets must be purchased for each session. If you are booking for a group of 18 or larger, please contact reception.

BOOKING POLICY

Reservations are for 90 minutes. This event has a fixed menu and styling, which may change. Custom styling and external decorations are not allowed. Wedding ceremonies are also prohibited; contact our Events Team for bespoke styling and custom events. Unauthorised styling or weddings may result in removal. Card payments have a 1.5% processing fee. Groups of 10+ incur a 10% service fee. A 5% weekend and a 15% public holiday surcharge will also apply. A $3pp fee will apply for all external cakes.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Modify or cancel for a refund up until 7 days before the reservation. Changes can be made online through OpenTable until that time. No-shows and cancellations after this time will forfeit your payment. Modifications may also forfeit payment.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

Our high tea set menu can be adjusted to accommodate vegetarian dietary restrictions. Unfortunately we cannot make other changes to the high tea menu, however we can arrange an alternative – please contact our reception team prior to booking.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Menu and styling may change without notice. Food is prepared in a kitchen with nuts, shellfish, gluten and eggs; allergen-free meals can’t be guaranteed. Candles, flowers and tableware must stay onsite; charges may apply. Custom styling, external decorations and wedding ceremonies are not permitted. Unauthorised styling or weddings may result in removal. Alcohol is available for purchase after 10am and requires a valid photo ID.

GETTING HERE BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
TRAIN & METRO

The closest train stations are:

• Green Square: 10 minute walk
• St Peters: 15 minute walk
• Waterloo (Metro): 15 – 20 minute walk

BUS

Bus stops outside our complex have regular services to:
• Redfern
• Mascot
• Wolli Creek
• Randwick

Route updates, timetables and travel information is available on the Transport for NSW website, or real-time travel apps.

TAXI & RIDESHARE

Taxis and Rideshare (e.g. Uber, Ola, etc.) can drop off / pick up on Huntley Street.
Set the destination as The Grounds of Alexandria, or our street address (7a/2 Huntley Street, Alexandria NSW 2015).

GETTING HERE BY CAR

Due to limited parking options in and around Alexandria, we encourage and recommend the use of public transport where possible.

ONSITE PARKING

Onsite parking is first come first served, meaning availability is not guaranteed, particularly on weekends and during holiday periods – please allow extra time if you are driving, or consider public transport options.

To access our onsite car park, enter via 2 Huntley Street (behind our Cafe).

Please note a 2 hour time limit is temporarily in place for parking during the day.

STREET PARKING

Street parking in the surrounding area can generally be found within a 10-15 minute walk.

Good places to check are:
• Huntley Street
• Burrows Road
• Maddox Street

PAID PARKING

Several pre-paid parking facilities can be found within a 10 minute walk of The Grounds, including at Sydney Corporate Park (entrance via Doody Street) and on Bourke Road.