As Pakistani’s, we love our chai, which is why Hi-tea is such a popular mealtime with all age groups. If you’re interested in making a meal out of tea-time treats, several restaurants and cafes offer perfectly portioned afternoon-tea platters for two with an array of snacks and desserts. If however, you want to indulge in a khabba, opt for an all-you-can-eat hi-tea buffet, which is essentially an all year round iftar party. We’ve curated a list of places that you can venture to for your next tea party in Lahore. Let us know about your dining experience by leaving a review at Hungerist.
1. Gaia Japanese Fusion Cusine
Japanese hi-tea platter made in collaboration with Pink Pistachio: Standard Platter for Rs. 1,800 for 2 plus taxes. Premium Platter for Rs. 2,400 for 2 plus taxes.
2. Spice Bazaar
Indulge in a desi Hi-Tea Buffet at Spice Bazaar for Rs. 895 plus tax.
3. Naan Bun Paneer Ristoranté
Hi-Tea Buffet for Rs. 895 plus tax
4. Daar Cheeni
Hi-Tea Buffet for Rs. 745 plus tax
5. Veranda Bistro
Veranda Bistro is one of the most popular spots for hi-tea in Lahore. The buffet fares for Rs. 1050 plus tax. Do not miss out on their chocolate soup, it warms up the soul.
6. English Tea House
The English Tea House serves Hi-Tea Platters that are good for two people and includes an assortment of sweet and savory products alongside a cold and warm beverage for Rs. 1500 inclusive of tax.
7. Café Barbera
Cafe Barbera offers a high-tea platter similar to the one at The English Tea House. The platter serves two people and fares for Rs. 999 plus tax.
8. X2 Café
Hi-Tea Buffet for Rs. 1154 plus tax.
9. City Café & Grill
Hi-Tea platter for two filled with savory snacks, desserts, a cold and a warm beverage for Rs. 795 plus tax.
10. EAST- Chinese & Thai Cusine
Hi-Tea cum lunch buffet from 1:00-6:00 pm serving a plethora of pan Asian dishes for Rs. 895 plus tax.
11. Billy Bunter’s Official
Try Billy Bunter’s hi-tea platter for two with a selection of sweet and savory treats, mint margarita and a hot beverage for Rs. 1199 plus tax.
12. Salt & Pepper Village
Operating since 1992, The Salt & Pepper Village offers a full-blown desi hi-tea buffet complete with lachay, gandariyaan and gol gappay for Rs. 890 plus tax.
13. La Atrium Restaurant
Hi-tea buffet for Rs. 829 plus tax.
14. Bombay Gardens
If you want to enjoy your tea outdoors, try the Hi-Tea buffet at Bombay Gardens. Their rooftop offers the perfect setting for monsoon evenings. Chai, pakoray aur yeh suhana mausaum all for Rs. 849 plus taxes.
15. Jazz Café & Grill
Jazz Cafe & Grill offers an afternoon tea cum lunch buffet for Rs. 865 plus tax.
16. Freddy’s Café
Freddy’s Cafe has been serving a fabulous spread for Hi-Tea for a little over a decade. The buffet fares for Rs. 1,143, per person inclusive of tax.
17. Bundu Khan
For more economical options, opt for Bundu Khan. Their Hi-Tea buffet fares for Rs. 640 per head plus tax.
Let us know in the comments below if we missed any of your favorite Hi-tea restaurants.