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Getting High Tea Right

Customs House is one of the city's heritage buildings, on Queen Street beside the river. Its restaurant, Patina, serves a Champagne High Tea aimed at birthdays, baby showers and family get-togethers.

Reasons groups choose Patina at Customs House:

  • The building is heritage-listed and owned by the University of Queensland.
  • Every guest has a glass of Taittinger with the sitting.
  • The terrace overlooks the Brisbane River and the Story Bridge.
  • Pricing starts from $92 per person, with the full amount paid upfront.
  • For larger parties, Customs House has private function rooms with banquet menus.

A sitting lasts about 90 minutes, which leaves room for a riverside stroll before or after.

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What arrives on the Patina high tea stand

  • Savoury canapés and ribbon sandwiches come first.
  • Buttermilk scones are served with jam and mascarpone chantilly.
  • Petite desserts and macarons make up the sweet tier.
  • Espresso coffee and French teas are poured throughout.

Booking rules to know at Customs House

  • Bookings need at least 24 hours' notice.
  • Numbers must be final, as bookings cannot be refunded, changed or swapped.
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian guests can be catered for if noted at booking.
  • Tuesday has a 3pm sitting, and Wednesday to Sunday adds a morning sitting.

Common Questions About High Tea Suppliers

Is a baby shower a good fit for Patina's high tea?

Yes. Patina pitches its Champagne High Tea at baby showers, birthdays and relaxed family get-togethers.

Does the Customs House high tea include Champagne?

Yes. Each guest gets a glass of Taittinger Champagne as part of the high tea.

What if our group is too large for a high tea table?

Customs House has private function rooms with banquet menus, and its events team helps plan bigger occasions.

How far ahead should we book Patina's high tea?

Bookings need at least 24 hours' notice and are paid in full when made.