High Tea at the Hippopotamus

Experience the decadence of "high tea" and treat yourself to an afternoon of indulgence at Hippopotamus.

French born and trained pastry chef, Louis Sergeant, lovingly creates a beautifully presented selection of carefully hand crafted pastries, cakes and sandwiches for you to relish. Savour these with a selection from our Dilmah tea range, a glass of Cloudy Bay Pelorus, special cocktail or Laurent Perrier Champagne.

Click here to view the High Tea Menu.

Hippopotamus offers a real variety of High Tea Options as shown below.

• Museum High Tea $30 per person
• Elegant High Tea $40 per person (includes a glass of Cloudy bay Pelorus)
• The Hip'High Tea $40 per person (includes a cocktail)
• Luxury High Tea $50 per person (includes a glass of French Champagne)

Christmas Celebrations

Christmas is just around the corner and now is a great time to start planning your end of year festivities.

For something a little special why not try a Christmas High Tea in Hippopotamus (see menu below).

Christmas Menus

Christmas Buffet - $65	Christmas Lunch Menu
Christmas Buffet - $80	Christmas Set Menus
Christmas High Tea

High Tea is served in the Hippopotamus Restaurant. As our guests, you can relax and indulge in a variety of delectable delights. While seated in subtle ambience, surrounded by original artworks you will be looked after by an attentive and friendly team, lead by Maitre d Timothee Lepoutre.

Come celebrate in style. High Tea at Hippopotamus is the perfect way to celebrate your special occasion whether it is a hen's party, baby shower, birthday, anniversary, Mother's day or just when you feel like a special treat.

Prices for Hippopotamus High Tea start at just $30 and bookings are essential. To make your reservation please call 04 802 8935, or contact us using the reservation form on the right.

High Tea is available between the hours of 2pm to 4.30pm daily.

Click here to view the High Tea Menu.

Hippopotamus Restaurant Location

Located on level three in the opulent surroundings of the Museum Hotel, with views over the stunning Wellington Harbour, Hippopotamus is the perfect location to enjoy your afternoon of extravagance in style.Situated over the road from the waterfront, the Museum Hotel is close to Wellington's exciting and vibrant activity centres.

The Hippopotamus Restaurant is also available for lunch and dinner. Hippopotamus Restaurant is the perfect choice to commence, or complete, a night out with friends or to let the bustle of the city disappear as you enjoy a delicious lunch.

There really is every reason to dine at Hippopotamus Restaurant.

To view our range of menu options, or to make reservation, please visit www.hippopotamus.co.nz/.