Afternoon tea on Level 75 overlooking Kuala Lumpur? I couldn’t resist, I decided to shake off my laziness and show up.
I arrived at Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur by taxi and walked into a surprisingly quiet lobby. For a moment, I actually wondered if I was in the right place.
From there, take the lift up to Level 75 and turn left as you exit the lift lobby. That’s where the experience really begins.
The afternoon tea was priced at MYR 218++, but I decided that if I was going to spend my afternoon dining above the clouds, I might as well do it properly.
I upgraded mine with a glass of Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve, bringing my afternoon to around MYR 320. The afternoon tea also comes with a choice of two non-alcoholic beverages.
Expensive? Certainly.
But sitting this high above Kuala Lumpur, champagne in hand, it already felt like much more of an occasion than your typical afternoon tea.
Ambience
High ceilings, woody-like furniture, relaxing live harp being played, made it luxurious. It was raining when I arrived, and that made the mood even more cozy. The view was blocked at first with clouds but it cleared up eventually.
Service That Made a Difference
One thing I appreciated almost immediately was the service.
The team were warm and friendly without being overbearing. They regularly checked in throughout the afternoon and, rather than simply placing each dish in front of me, took the time to explain what I was eating and the thought process behind the creations.
It’s a small detail, but when you’re paying more than MYR 200 for afternoon tea, these are the touches that elevate it from a collection of pretty pastries into an experience.
And then the food started arriving.
Savories first
My first bite was petite — and I mean petite. A small piece of shokupan arrived filled with Kalix vendace roe. It was an elegant little introduction to what was to come, although its size left me wondering just how substantial the rest of the afternoon tea would be.
Next came salmon served over crispy rice, followed by a lobster roll.
There was something particularly satisfying about the salmon. The crispy base gave it a wonderful crunch, while the salmon brought enough richness and flavour to balance everything out.
To finish the savoury section, I was served a lobster dumpling.
This was easily the highlight. The dish brought together Chinese and Thai influences, and somehow everything just worked. It was rich, umami-packed and intensely flavourful — a little dance on the taste buds.
A Surprisingly Clever Calamansi Sorbet
Then came something I don’t often see as part of an afternoon tea: calamansi sorbet.
Initially, I wondered why it was there. Then I realised why.
After the richness and umami of the savoury courses, the sharp citrus flavour suddenly made complete sense. It refreshed the palate and created a clear break before moving into the traditional scones and sweeter elements.
It’s rare to see a dedicated palate cleanser incorporated into an afternoon tea, but here it felt thoughtful rather than gimmicky.
Scones… and Madeleines
The classic scones arrived alongside a couple of madeleines, and this was another part of the afternoon tea I thoroughly enjoyed.
If you’re visiting Kuala Lumpur and looking for an afternoon tea that feels like an experience rather than simply another meal, this is certainly one to put on your radar.
Come for afternoon tea. Stay for the view. Enjoy Kuala Lumpur from above the clouds for a few hours. If you are contemplating between an afternoon tea or Sunday Brunch, be sure to check out my opinion on St Regis Afternoon Tea or Four Seasons’ Curate before you head down!