I took a friend from out of town here because I was thinking we'd have fun doing a Chinese gongfu tea service. I'd done these before in Portland but didn't know we had a place here in Minneapolis that offered this. It was excellent, and really gave us the chance to explore the subtle flavors of an excellent oolong and how they evolve through multiple short steepings. They also are one of a handful of places in the US that grind their own matcha. My friend picked some up for his girlfriend back home and she loved it! The interior was quiet and about what you might expect from a tea house, which is exactly what I think you'd want for a tea experience. read more

This is a cozy-looking place near the University of Minnesota where you can get some high-quality matcha (I made mine into Kyo Matcha-style lattes). The Jingshan Yabukita matcha is REALLY good and I will be back for more next time I come to Minneapolis. Since matcha will lose some of its flavor as it oxidizes, they seal up the container after they scoop the powder in--I didn't open the container until a month after I got it and there weren't any off flavors. I can't comment on the sit-down experience since I was just there to buy the small container in the picture, but I liked the dim lighting and calming atmosphere. I also like their gift boxes that have single servings of different teas in tiny packages--it reminds me of a Godiva chocolate box. read more

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This is an absolutely delightful tea experience. When you open the door, you come into the display area showing the shop's tea wares - gaiwans, tea cups, tea sets, and tea pots including some lovely Yixing pottery. When you come a little further in, you line up at the counter to order. Staff will let you smell the teas if you're having trouble deciding. After you order, you pick a table. There are tables with a sturdy little kettle built in for folks drinking gongfu style, and a few without for folks who don't need that. It's a lovely, quiet space with a big fish tank. It's worth noting that they want to keep the space quiet and ask people not to bring laptops though it's fine to read quietly on a tablet. Onto the tea. The tea selection here is frankly fantastic. Everything is well-chosen, and I had to remind myself that there isn't going to be a bad choice. I chose a Taiwanese black tea for my first experience here, the sun moon lake, though I will be back to sample their matcha, which they mill in-house. The selection covers white through pu'er and everything in between. I drank gongfu style, so they gave me a little tiny gongfu tray, a gaiwan, and enough tiny cups for everyone at the table. For people who want to try gongfu style but haven't done it before, they are happy to show you. The only downside is that all of their snacks have gluten in them. I'm hoping that this will change going forward, getting GF mochi or even mochi donuts would be perfect. Overall, this is my new favorite spot in the city, and I only wish I'd discovered it sooner. I'm going to be returning to drink my way through the menu. read more

After visiting I feel like I've been bamboozled with the other matchas I've had in the past. I tried an iced matcha and have never tried a matcha without milk but it was amazing! read more

Northeast Tea House - Iced matcha and matcha cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

What a beautiful tea house with a variety of hot and iced tea, and the only matcha mill in the country! I got an iced oolong milk, which even though it's not milky, it had a milky aftertaste. It was a super refreshing drink and relaxing to hang out in the tea house. There are a few sweet treats too. Metered street parking all around. read more

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If you're a matcha lover this location is 1 of 3 places nationwide w/ freshly-milled matcha. I got one iced Miyamakaori with notes of dandelion, watermelon, and seaweed. I liked it so much I tried it hot but in the end I preferred it iced. We also got a traditional Gyokuro green tea. They don't have matcha lattes but they have a decent menu and a nice vibe with all the decor and seating. read more

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This is such a unique place! They have their own matcha mill and many different types of tea. You can have them prepare it for you or purchase a tin to make it at home yourself. It's very peaceful and relaxing inside. Each table has a kettle of hot water so you can add it to your tea. They don't have any milk or sweeteners to add, but the matcha was really good without it. Parking can be a little hard to find in this area on weekends, but if you're willing to walk a bit it's worth it! read more

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What a sweet little teahouse in Minneapolis. The door is unassuming so you'll miss it if you aren't looking for it. Once inside you'll be immersed in a world of teas and tea ware. This tea house boasts its own matcha mill and the matcha tins you buy are usually milled the same day!! So fresh. They offer a large array of teas to have brewed. A full tea service experience and lots of teaware including matcha bowls. They do not make matcha lattes or use any milks or sweetener. This was my first time having matcha with just water but it was deeeelicious. Everyone who works behind the counter is super knowledgeable and friendly. The line can be long but it's worth the wait! read more

Northeast Tea House is a serene escape from the bustle of everyday life. The wooden interior overall kindness of the staff makes the place so inviting. I have tried their freshly milled matcha twice and it was astounding! They broadened my understanding for how matcha could be consumed in a minimalistic way. Be warned for my fellow matcha latte drinkers: they do not add sweetener or milk but nonetheless, the drinks were marvelous. I would love to come back and really try their loose leaf teas! read more

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Wowwwww!!! This was my first time at Northeast house and it did not disappoint! I'm a big matcha person so I've been wanting to go here for a long time. I tried the most basic starter Matcha they had and it was absolutely so interesting. My boyfriend got a Jasmine tea and also had a great depth of flavor. We both got a mochi dessert to share to cut the bitterness from the tea and I was surprised at how soft they were! The shop was so nice and quiet, and the person working was so knowledgeable about each tea!! read more

Northeast Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Super warm and inviting tea house. Right when you enter you can smell the tea and it's a very cozy atmosphere. The tea I got was very good. I noticed they have classes like matcha making so I look forward to looking into that! Service was friendly and attentive. read more

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Super fun spot! I'm not a huge fan of matcha but that's what we came to try and for those who love matcha this is like heaven! Love the vibe inside and the traditional floor seating (they also have regular seats and tables as well). They make all the matcha with just matcha and water so it really gives the full unfiltered matcha experience. I also didn't realize that there are different kinds of matcha with different flavor profiles so it was interesting to see that. The staff was nice and helpful in deciding what matcha to try and overall a great experience! read more

Northeast Tea House - Floor seating & fish tank - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I love Northeast Tea House. When you walk in, you are greeted by an aquarium, a traditional Chinese tea seating area, a matcha setup, and plenty of seating. One of the coolest parts is that they actually grind their own matcha, which is not something you see very often. There are tons of tea options ranging from black to green to white, and they also serve traditional Chinese tea in a gong fu style. I usually go for the jasmine tea, but I have tried quite a few others on the menu and have enjoyed them. The service is fine, and they sometimes have sweets available that are worth trying. It is a really fun spot and a great place to go for a date or just to relax. read more

I really enjoyed this spot! At first I thought $6 for tea seemed a bit much but it's a 16oz pot and is worth it. The tea is really good and full of flavor. The pastries were great. They heated up the banana bread for me. The ambiance is the best part tho! There's a lovely low lying, wooden communal table under the window. This is a place to relax! Not a place to work. I love their policy of no laptops or tablets and limited cell phone usage. Decor is great with very nice, quality stoneware tea sets for purchase. They'd make great gifts for someone special who really appreciates tea. Parking is a challenge in this area but paid spots are available on the street, in a small lot around the corner, and in ramps. read more

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Definitely a place to come to if you're a matcha aficionado as the operate one of the only mills in the nation! Located in the very walkable part or northeast you can stop in and try a whole host of fresh brewed teas and sip on them for hours at any of their tables each stationed with an electric kettle to keep your tea warm. There's even traditional floor seating and you can purchase or bring your own tea pet to pour your tea over. I appreciate the signage asking patrons to keep the space relaxing and free from laptops. There's also a well kept aquarium for you to lose thought in as you relax with your tea. I stopped in and picked up the white tea sakura lemonade and really enjoyed it. It is a seasonal drink so I recommend coming in soon to get it before it's gone! read more

Northeast Tea House - White tea sakura lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Best Matcha and Tea House in Twin Cities I've been looking for a lower caffeine alternative to coffee and was recently turned on to the health benefits of green tea. When a friend told me that the Northeast Tea House in NE Mpls has the "best tea anywhere", I had to try it. It did not disappoint. Located near East Hennepin and University Ave, the Tea House offered sushi bar style seating where you can watch them make your tea, traditional tables or even a Japanese style tea table with comfy floor seating and warmers for your hot water. The service was friendly, patient and instructive, especially for those of us whose only experience with tea comes from a box in the pantry or a 16oz can from Kwik Trip. If you'd like to buy a gift for the tea snob in your life, they have a nice selection of tea sets, dried teas and tins of matcha. The matcha pairs well with the zen of the large aquarium - if you really want to escape. read more

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So many different variations of house milled matcha available and the of quality is amazing. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. If you go there - note that the matcha served is not a latte (with milk or sweetener) and the ambiance is limited screens (no laptops). They recommended Yabukita as a good starter and I loved it. I have purchased 5 more tins of different kinds to try. read more

The Northeast Tea House offers a wonderfully calming experience with a great selection of tea offerings. This is quite different from the typical coffee shop which might turn some off but definitely impressed me. You'll find a selection of teas unlike anywhere else including matcha milled in-house. The ambience is strongly asian-inspired and is perfect for quiet conversation or contemplation but not for your 10am Zoom call. Come for the vibes, stay for a second cup of great tea. read more

Northeast Tea House is a special place, really unlike anything else in the Twin Cities. You can experience Gongfu tea service here, where you're given a kettle and your selection of tea leaves to repeatedly steep and drink small cups of. It's a very shareable experience, and one any tea lover should try. They are also one of just two matcha mills in the US, making it a must-stop for matcha fans as well. If neither of these are quite what you're looking for, they also offer single cups of tea, iced tea, and baked goods that punch way above their weight. They encourage a screen-free environment here, creating a serene and grounded an environment. It's the perfect place to (quietly) catch up with a friend, or bring a book to read. read more

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Please try their matcha if you're a big matcha fan who has a high standard for quality -- this store doesn't disappoint. The barista showed me three types of matcha and the cans of matcha powder. They are very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about tea when I asked about it. I knew the matcha is good from the vibrant green color unlike the matcha you typically find online with a yellowish brown color. The matcha doesn't disappoint -- without any milk or sweetener, it tastes perfect with beautiful aromatic notes. read more

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The peaceful tranquility of this place is alluring in itself. I like the rule no laptops and other peripherals are allowed. The ambience was great; feels like you are in a teahouse in japan. The yellow tea i had was great. The matcha cheesecake was amazing wish it was bigger. The price point was not too bad about $6-7 for 6oz. Unfortunately, parking can be a challenge...there is some public street and parking ramps. However don't let it discourage you from going; it is a great first date spot! read more

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My husband surprised me with a trip to this tea house and Oh My Goodness I am in love! The staff was so pleasant and introduced me to different teas, showed me how they steep their tea, and even showed me how they process their own Matcha. I was in a really low mental space and the ambiance and tea really lifted my spirits. I plan to visit until I drink my way through the menu! So very satisfied with my visit today. I really needed it! read more

Northeast Tea House - Winter Sun-Dried Buds White Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Go to northeast tea house if you're looking for teas served authentically! Cannot recommend this place enough for not only their top tier matcha (that they mill themselves) but also their ambiance. They highly recommend putting away phones, tablets, and laptops to just enjoy being in the moment. Each table comes with an inset heated kettle, that they preset for you to match whatever tea you order. They give you strict instructions on how to prepare your tea (for example: every consecutive steep, you add another 5 seconds to the steeping time). I love their matcha! I get all my matcha powder from this place because I know it's sustainably sourced and milled fresh. The owner also hosts matcha classes if you're interested in learning more about the history and current practices on matcha farming! Love this place and highly recommend checking it out! read more

great place to meet up with friends and try a variety of new teas and treats. got there house milled matcha which was amazing! I felt instantly relaxed walking into the space and lost track of time after a few pots of tea with friends. read more

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Enjoyed the teas and ambiance. Service was friendly and helpful. Lots of variety. They do not have any sweeteners or milks. Will deff come back to try their matcha and do some reading. Street parking. read more

Northeast Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We got a beverage to share that was delicious and loose teas for our new digital tea pot. The selection was great and she was very knowledgeable. Which is great because I don't know very much about tea. We will be back. What we bought is wonderful. Can't wait to try some other flavors!! Nice restaurant area to hang out in tooooo! read more

What a gem!!! I'm a "matcha latte from a local coffeehouse" girlie, but the employees here made their more traditional tea options so accessible to me! They are so educated about matcha and what you might enjoy the most, and don't judge you if you've only ever had matcha with milk, too! :) I had an iced drink that was matcha with a white tea base, and I did really love it. Also, it is so remarkably peaceful inside it felt like walking into a spa. I wish I was local to have such a "breath of fresh air" afternoon treat nearby locally! read more

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In-house milled matcha was excellent. Really appreciated that it wasn't pre-sweetened. Staff was knowledgeable and helpful, the menu was a little confusing at first but they will explain it. Good tea selection. They have iced and hot teas. Nice ambiance, will definitely go back. read more

This is a great tea experience for those wanting an authentically prepared drink with a very zen ambiance. For matcha lovers, they mill their matcha in house where you can watch! I can imagine this is any tea lover's dream spot in Minneapolis. The tea and desserts are top notch -- it can be hard to find more authentic Asian foods and drinks but I feel like this place definitely fills that gap. I ordered the iced single house-milled matcha "Samidori" flavor and it was basically what I anticipated: matcha over ice. I usually enjoy a matcha latte with sweetener but I did know what to expect before coming. I wouldn't say my palate is refined enough to be able to discern different matcha flavors so I can't speak too much on that, but the description of the flavor profile was "Apple, rose water, pastry." My friend ordered an iced "Silly Rabbit" (Yunnan Yellow Tea w/ Lychee and Soursop Syrups) and that one was my favorite. It tasted kind of like a peach green tea lemonade from Starbucks, but fresher. We also ordered the chocolate chip banana bread (yum!) and melon and yuzu mochi. I was pleasantly surprised with the mochi. I had never had the yuzu flavor, but it was a citrus-like flavor and I really liked it! The place itself is well decorated and feels like you stepped into a whole different atmosphere than the bustling and busy construction-filled streets outside. They have nice, calming music playing inside as well as a big fish tank with cool fish. It's a very relaxing space to be in. They had a long table with floor cushions for people to sit on and there are tea pots placed on every table there. I don't know too much about tea and its serving practices, but I can see how tea enthusiasts would feel right at home at Northeast Tea House. read more

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This place is the real deal. If you want to enjoy a cup of well appointed matcha using the traditional Japanese method, I recommend checking out. It's intimate, lovely and perfect for solo or small group. Friendly staff makes it all worth it. read more

There's a gorgeous fish tank here that sets the calm vibe. It makes it great to drink tea and have a little bite to eat. The tea is perfectly made and the moon cakes were a nice treat on the side. read more

Northeast Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Ambiance was beautiful, food and drinks were just amazing!!! Service was so good, Kaden( hope that's how you spell it) was so nice and just made the experience so much fun!! Taught us all about tea and matcha and truly knew the background of every tea we asked about. Such a clean atmosphere too!! read more

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A lovely and unique tea house for the Twin Cities. Great place to relax and enjoy a conversation. It was busy when we were there and took awhile to get our tea but there was only one worker there (the only reason for my 4 out of 5 stars). However tea is not something to be rushed so go with that in mind and you won't be disappointed. We went with our son and he didn't get too bored thanks to the large fish tank. They have a wide variety of tea and our black tea tastes delicious. Will hopefully be back for a date night with my wife. read more

My girlfriends and I met up on a Sunday afternoon for tea time. I did the gongfu tea service with white tea. A few friends got Matcha with dessert and small pots of their own tea. It was a fun way to catch up and chit chat the afternoon away. There were a few other small groups in there as well. The counter service was very helpful and knowledgeable to help us pick out our beverages of choice. If you sign up for their email list on their website you get a 20% off coupon to use. So glad Yelp Elite introduced me to this hidden gem! read more

Northeast Tea House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Update for 2022, we love to stop here monthly for a gong fu tea service and I love seeing how steady their patronage has been. On a weekend we have had to cram into a spot since they've been so full. We have a few gift cards here so we'll continue to stop by but I am eternally sad that they don't have vegan vitals any longer. Their mochi is made with gelatin and none of their baked goods have been dairy free when I ask, I loved their mochi before and I don't believe they always used to make them with gelatin (you can tell because there's marshmallow like filling). Anyway, I hope their snack menu gets a more inclusive update soon since I don't plan on returning after our gift cards run out. I love the small tea samplings you can buy! I crave the sticky rice tea all the time and the tea cakes make amazing gifts. read more

This was such a cool find and it reminded me exactly of the tea-houses that you find in Asia! Of note, the place is more of a place to have meetings with others and they request that laptops aren't used here (I was originally going to come here earlier in the day to get some work done, but I saw the notice and decided to stop by a bit later). They have a ton of different teas to choose from and a lot of seating. I went with the Matcha - they serve really truly authentic matcha here and I didn't realize it wouldn't be sweet, but the owner was so nice to give me a free mochi on the house to balance between the tastes of sweet and savory which I thought was a very kind gesture. I hope to come back one day to spend time and it'd be a nice place to journal, read, or hangout with friends! read more

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Love this place! Friendly staff, great tea, a very calming atmosphere and experience. It's hard to find places like this.

This was my first visit to this place, despite not living all that far from it. As a tea aficionado, I felt silly having not known about it. I had my backpack with me when I entered and was told that they don't allow laptops. I'd read that on the door on my way in. I don't bring my computer with me, so I didn't feel anything about this rule. I did appreciate that they had it, though, because it means that the space would be quiet and full of good energy. I ordered an iced Osmanthus black and went to my table to wait for my friend to arrive. This tea is exactly what tea is supposed to be: Delicious and infusing my cells with a goodness that cannot be found with any other beverage. Tea is a Food of the Gods, as far as I'm concerned. After my friend came in, I got a Silly Rabbit. This, too, was gift to my palate. My friend got a min-tea service of a Pu'er. She loved it, too. The tea and energy of this place is so welcoming and refreshing. I felt energized by the tea, my friend, and the atmosphere of the shop. I will be back. If you appreciate a quiet place to savor divine teas, this is your place. read more

If you like tea, want to learn more about tea, or take tea very seriously- this is your place. It is one of three places in the US that grinds their own Macha, so of course we had to try that. This is serious Macha- earthy and complex. They have multiple varieties you can try. When ordering, pair it with one of the mochi. I really want to go back and explore more of their offerings. Lots of offerings and super friendly service that will walk you through everyone. It is a very calming space. They ask that you leave your screens behind. And you will appreciate. Take in the ambience and relax. What a relaxing wonderful spot . read more

Literally the best Tea experience I've ever even heard of much less experienced in the USA. Minnesota...you are sooooo fortunate to have this Tea House. read more

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