IN THIS POST
– The Patio
– Terrace Cafe
– Al-Bustan
– Marcopolo
– Lal Qila Karachi
– Rosati Bistro
– Royal Jasmine
There’s nothing more refreshing than enjoying a fresh cup of evening tea with a selection of delectable snacks to munch on. If you want to take a break from your hectic schedule and treat yourself with something fancy, head over to one of these popular restaurants for the best hi-tea in Karachi.
Whether you love artisanal teas or are a fan of freshly-brewed coffee, hi-tea is the perfect option for those who just want to enjoy some hors d’oeuvres while catching up with their friends.
The Best Hi-Tea Restaurants in Karachi
Based on their menu, prices, and taste, these are some of the most highly recommended hi-tea restaurants in Karachi offering a wide range of delectable snacks and hot beverages.
The Patio
Nothing beats the taste and presentation of the seasonal hi-tea at The Patio. Located in a quiet lane in the upscale neighbourhood of Clifton, this eatery has quickly become one of the prime places to enjoy a fancy meal at rather affordable rates. The quick service, extremely co-operative staff and impressive decor also make for the perfect ambience.
The hi-tea menu a The Patio includes a variety of salads, pasta, hors d’oeuvres, sandwiches, pizza, spring rolls, quiche, pies, tarts, cakes and much more. The hot menu is served at the table, ensuring your food reaches you fresh out of the oven. The restaurant also regularly adds seasonal delicacies to its hi-tea menu, such as a scrumptious mango tart during the summer months. You can also order coffee or tea, whichever you prefer, to compliment your meal.
The hi-tea at Patio is only available on Thursday and Saturday. If you are planning to check it out, don’t forget to make a reservation beforehand.
The restaurant also provides its patrons with a safe and healthy environment by following all the COVID-19 SOPs.
Price: PKR 1300 + tax
Timings: Thursday and Saturday, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Address: F-50/1, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi.
Contact: 0300-8291936
Terrace Café
Located inside Marriott, one of the best hotels in Karachi, Terrace Café is widely known for its delicious hi-tea menu. Owing to its extravagant décor and courteous staff, it is an ideal location to organize a get-together with friends or even hold a small business meeting in the open air.
The hi-tea at this outdoor cafe includes a range of finger food and evening snacks. Whether you like traditional desi food or a fan of sandwiches and pastries, you’ll easily find something that suits your palate at this popular hi-tea restaurant in Karachi. The Marriott hi-tea menu also includes a wide-ranging dessert bar that’s perfect for people with a sweet tooth.
For those who live in Saddar Town or nearby areas, this eatery is just a 10-minute drive away. The hotel also follows all coronavirus-related SOPs for its patrons.
Price: PKR 1500 + tax
Timings: Monday – Saturday 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM | Sunday 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Address: Marriott Hotel, Abdullah Haroon Road, Civil Lines, Karachi.
Contact: 021-111223344 Ext 2418
Al-Bustan
Al-Bustan, a restaurant of international standards located inside the popular Movenpick Hotel in Karachi, is yet another great spot for hi-tea lovers in the city. The upscale restaurant offers a lavish hi-tea buffet featuring an impressive combination of savoury snacks, fried items and mouthwatering desserts.
Known for offering a great hi-tea in Karachi, the menu at Al-Bustan include soups, haleem, mini chapli kabab, sliders, chaat, shawarma, chicken wings, bite-size samosa and much more. The restaurant also offers a wide variety of salads, dips and pickles. However, the dessert table at Al-Bustan is the highlight of its hi-tea buffet. From cakes and pastries to doughnuts and mousse glasses, the dessert bar will surely keep you coming for more. Like most hi-tea deals in Karachi, you’ll have a choice between getting green tea and coffee as well. Al-Bustan also offers live music to compliment the hi-tea experience.
The seating area of the restaurant has been moved pool-side to keep in line with the government-issued COVID-19 SOPs.
Moreover, the Movenpick Karachi hi-tea menu is changed regularly, so please contact the hotel for more information.
Price: PKR 1295 + tax
Timings: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Address: Movenpick Hotel, Club Road, Karachi.
Contact: 021-35633333 Ext 3205
Marco Polo
One of the most remarkable hi-tea restaurants in Karachi, Marco Polo in Pearl Continent Hotel offers a luxurious experience in a modern environment. The lavish restaurant, known for its ambience and scrumptious food, offers a variety of both traditional Pakistani and Continent cuisines. Whether you plan to hold a business luncheon or just want to relax with your friends, you should consider checking out the hi-tea at PC Karachi, which is currently being held in the garden area.
The menu includes items such as salads, barbecue, samosas, pizza, assorted sandwiches and a wide variety of desserts, including cakes, cupcakes, puddings, brownies among others. If you’re looking for a grand dining experience, add this place to your list of must-visit restaurants in Karachi.
You can also enjoy live music at Marco Polo while enjoying your tea-time snacks.
Price: PKR 1640
Timings: 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Address: Pearl Continental Hotel, Club Road, Civil Lines, Karachi.
Contact: 021-111 505 505
Lal Qila Karachi
When it comes to buffet restaurants in Karachi, Lal Qila takes the cake. With an exterior reminding one of the royal palaces built by Mughal kings, this multi-cuisine eatery in Karachi is an ideal option to host parties and small events, as they have both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
The hi-tea at Lal Qila Karachi is available for PKR 1250, including taxes, for adults while the price is much lower for kids. The hi-tea menu at the restaurant includes soup of the day, different salads and sauces, barbecue items, quiche, Alfredo pasta, Singaporean rice, sandwiches, samosas, bun kababs, pizza, fried wings and much more. For those who love seafood, the menu also features zinger fried prawn and tandoor fried fish, which taste amazing with their tartar sauce.
The chaat counter at Lal Qila is also pretty impressive. Moreover, you can also try out their assorted fritters, haleem, chana curry and aloo bhujia among other traditional desi items. Meanwhile, the dessert corner offers gulab jamun, cakes, cream puffs, macrons, shahi tukrey, cream caramel, coconut kheer, assorted mousse glasses, ice cream, tarts and qulfi, to name a few.
Price: Adults PKR 1250 | Children (3 to 7 years old) PKR 620
Timings: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Address: 10/A, MACHS, Main Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi.
Contact: 021-111 525 745
Rosati Bistro
One of the most widely-recommended hi-tea restaurants in Karachi, Rosati Bistro on Shahrah-e-Faisal has always been a popular hangout spot for people of all ages. Offering a blend of casual and fine dining, this modern bistro in the heart of the city provides a cosy ambience and an unforgettable experience. The eatery also has a beautiful outdoor seating area, which is considered one of its main highlights.
The hi-tea menu at Rosati Bistro, one of the finest restaurants in town, include assorted biscuits, patties and fruit cake with a choice of tea and green tea. You can also enjoy assorted sandwiches, sliders, pasta, finger fish, salads, barbecue items and much more at this restaurant. As for the desserts, the hi-tea buffet features chocolate mousse, pastries, cakes, brownies, gulab jamun and cupcake among other items.
All in all, the food and environment at Rosati Bistro will keep you coming for more.
Price: Adults PKR 1221 | Children (4 to 7 years old) PKR 950
Timings: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Address: B-12, KDA Scheme 1, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi.
Contact: 0300-0884220
Royal Jasmine
Royal Jasmine at Lucky One Mall has quickly become one of the top places to enjoy hi-tea in Karachi. Located on the ground floor of the popular shopping mall, this Chinese restaurant boasts a beautifully decorated outdoor seating area, allowing its patrons to enjoy a delicious meal under the clear sky.
The hi-tea menu at Royal Jasmine includes soups, salads, sandwiches, and traditional desi snacks such as chat and gol gappey. You can also enjoy fried rice, sweet and sour chicken, spring rolls, fried wings, chapli kabab, chowmein, pasta, shawarma, and haleem at the restaurant. The menu also includes slushes, teas, cupcakes, custard, moose, and cookies among other delicacies.
The restaurants is also following all the COVID-19 related SOPs, which means you can dine here without a worry.
Price: PKR 999 + tax
Timings: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Address: Food Street, Lucky One Mall, Federal B Area, Karachi.
Contact: 021-37181239
Please note all the food items mentioned above as well the hi-tea prices are subject to change. You’ll need to confirm the details while making a reservation at these popular hi-tea restaurants in Karachi.
Meanwhile, if you are looking for more dining options in Karachi, here are a few guides that might help you out:
- Best fine dining restaurants in Karachi
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- Most popular BBQ restaurants in Karachi
- Must-visit highway restaurants in Karachi
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