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Firstly impressed so many times available for high tea. I guess during the week much easier. Had got to NGV early. Decided on Rembrandt but needed more time. Went to Tea Room to change times; lovely lady at reception no problems at all. Thoroughly enjoyed the food. So many little delights. The sandwiches were a real surprise. I didn’t expect such tasty sandwiches. Four varieties. All very moreish. Scones were perfect. Savoury & sweet cakes, quiches, croquettes were all very good. No complaints at all … well maybe the staff were a little too eager to remove plates. No biggie. I didn’t have bubbles, just coffee. I’d love to return for another high tea. Would be great if you could have it in nicer environs as it’s in the shared space with lunch patrons.
Lisa Sutherland-FraserLisa Sutherland-Fraser
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ORDERED: High Tea, Non-alcoholic ($69.00pp) Patisserie: 🥯 Macarons, boutique selection (v) 🍰 Basque burnt cheesecake 🥧 Seville orange curd tartlet, candied orange 🍫 Dulce de leche chocolate brownie Savoury: 🌮 Spiced corn empanada, lime mayonnaise 🥙 Duck & membrillo pithivier 🥧 Escalivada tart, farmhouse sheep cheese (v) 🍪 Freshly baked scones, berry jam, double cream Sandwiches: 🥪 Egg aioli, pimenton picante, chives (v) 🥪 Huon smoked salmon, fennel escabeche, cream cheese 🥪 Jamon cocido, cucumber, mustard pickle 🥪 Poached chicken breast, citrus, parsley, romesco REVIEW: It was great to walk around NGV prior to our high tea. We got to go through the free exhibits which was a great activity to increase our appetite while learning more about the culture. The highlights were the fluffy, buttery taste of the scones with the sweet jam and double cream. You can't go wrong with scones for a high tea, and these were great at filling us up. The poached chicken breast with its slightly spicy spread was wonderful. Wish we had more of this, but nothing wrong with the classic sandwiches. Next time, I'll need to eat the savoury first!! We went bottom up - which meant by the time we finished our sandwiches and made our way to the savoury food, they were slightly cold. 😔 Very unfortunate. Didn't like the desserts though. They were too sweet for my taste, and felt like they weren't as notable as the savoury or the scones. Could do without especially when they were toooo decadent - like the dulce de leche chocolate brownie. Just pure fudgy - teeth sticking - and sickening chocolate. Service was decent. The atmosphere is too casual; with stark bright lighting which case the food in an unappealing shadow, not showing the food off in the slightest. Really funny when galleries specialise in showing off pieces of art. The Tea Room uses bentwood chairs which looked out of place in an indoor, artificially lit setting. Wasn't my favourite interior combination since it felt like a commercial, mass-appeasing type of space.
Jasmine (Jas.eats)Jasmine (Jas.eats)
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My first time at the NGV tea rooms and honestly given the location and price I expect a much prettier decor. No tablecloths for high tea is quite frankly a crime and serving tea out of hideous plain white crockery is sacrilege. Alterations to the menu for dietaries were near impossible as the food is pre made but I will say I did enjoy the food we had. The scones were warm and delicious but overall it’s the convenience post exhibit that is the draw card not an atmospheric experience. Disappointing as it could be so much more impressive
Foodie Files MelbourneFoodie Files Melbourne
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We purchased through Red Balloon, High Tea for 2. From the booking to the service, we were taken cared of very well. The service this afternoon could not be faltred. Any of the wait staff were attentive , courteous & polite. If their name badges were visible, i would have named them. The food was pleasant. Enjoyed the Coronation chicken sandwich with Magoe n spices. The petite fours were too petite to be descerning. Overall we enjoyed our special Anniversary outing. Thank you
GM JulianGM Julian
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Simply incredible! We enjoyed the high tea with champagne. Everything was incredible. All the food was beyond amazing. We were treated with care and respect. The customer service was next level! I hope the waiters and chefs are paid very well, they all deserve it. Thank you so so much.
Brooklyn BBrooklyn B
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Crown Melbourne
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attractions: Crown Melbourne, National Gallery of Victoria, Mann Travel, Go West Tours, Melbourne Skydeck, Shrine of Remembrance, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne Park, Rod Laver Arena, ACMI, restaurants: Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Dodee Paidang, Supernormal, Criniti's Southbank, Arbory Bar & Eatery, Vapiano Flinders Lane, Young and Jacksons, The George on Collins, The Meat & Wine Co Southbank, Gradi at Crown Melbourne

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