High Tea at Hill House Cafe
Where art meets indulgence — experience high tea inside the historic Pah Homestead, a grand Italianate mansion surrounded by sculpture gardens and sweeping views of Monte Cecilia Park.
Hill House Café brings a creative twist to tradition with a high tea that blends artistic flair and rustic charm. Each tier is carefully crafted by our bakers’ wild imaginations — from delectable savouries and insanely good scones (because what’s a high tea without them?) to our own artisanal Farm House gelato or sorbet, made exclusively for Hill House by our sister café, Farm House Clevedon.
Our gelato is designed to complement each season’s menu, infusing a little countryside magic into the city. The finishing touch? A showcase of sweets so stunning, they could belong in the gallery next door — each one a feast for the eyes and a moment of pure, unforgettable indulgence.
HIGH
TEA
Our
Story
Hill House Café is where art, history, and hospitality meet. Set within the grand Pah Homestead — a historic Italianate mansion overlooking the lush grounds of Monte Cecilia Park — our café brings warmth, creativity, and community into one of Auckland’s most treasured landmarks.
What began as a small 20-seat café at Nathan Homestead has grown into something truly special. Today, Hill House is a vibrant hub where locals, artists, and visitors come together to share beautiful food, laughter, and moments that linger long after the last coffee cup is cleared.
Our team takes pride in crafting dishes that are as thoughtful as they are delicious — inspired by seasonal produce, playful presentation, and a genuine love for connection. Together with our sister café, Farm House Clevedon, we’re proud to create spaces that celebrate people, place, and the art of good food.
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