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    O5 Tea

    4.5 (109 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Audrey T.

    Nice tea shop on west 4th. I decided to get a bowl of matcha ($12). On the pricier side but it was very flavorful and delicious. Was nice watching them prepare all the teas.

    Michael C.

    Very cool and chill interior, lots of wood vibes. Matcha was tasty. The reason I'm giving 3 stars is for how slow the service was even though there was only one other customer. One of the workers was preoccupied on the phone the whole time and the others were taking photos with a professional camera. Felt like I was stranded on an island, no one was on hand.

    Ashley H.

    Tea tasting is my favorite activity ever! Incredibly welcoming space with knowledgeable staff. The steeps were so beautiful and not too pricey -- tried three teas, multiple steeps, and some kombucha for around $30. Amazing ambiance, I wish I could live here.

    Matcha
    Raye T.

    This place is truly special. It's like a speakeasy but for tea lovers! We tried a variety of different teas, enjoyed the pop-up Slothee Coffee vendors, the artwork for sale, and learned a lot about tea tasting from our wonderful server/guide. We left with a bunch of unique loose leaf teas and have been enjoying them ever since!

    Dream kombucha
    Jennifer K.

    I love this tea shop. Ive lived in the neighbourhood forever but I only decided to try it recently during the Khatsalano Street Fest. I am not a tea connoisseur but I love kombucha, and I stumbled upon their Dream kombucha, which is a combo of butterfly pea, peppermint, and lavender (very similar to the Tazo Dream tea which I love). Their kombuchas have a sweet undertone of apple flavour, which is probably why I like it. The atmosphere is also very relaxing and low key. Ive come here to chat it up with a friend and on a separate occasion to get some work done. I also love listening to the staff chat with customers about teas and coffee - it shows they really love their craft! All in all, if you're in the neighbourhood, I highly recommend this quiet little tea shop.

    Kombucha flight!
    Jessica M.

    Such a neat place! I recently started getting into kombucha, and saw that this place had some on tap. I had no expectations coming here, but I had an awesome time. There's only a long bar with seating, and luckily there were a couple spots left for us. You could see that everyone was having a good time either sipping teas or watching the tea makers work their magic. We tried a kombucha flight, and wow they were all great! We've actually been making our own kombucha, but I am a sweets fan and we've been adding lots of fruit to make the drink more palatable for me. I wasn't sure how these kombuchas would taste since they sounded more tea forward. Also, hojicha kombucha? I've really only heard of black tea being the base, but I was eager to try. Hojicha kombucha! That was hands down my favorite. Hojicha is roasted green tea. I always get the milk tea whenever available at boba shops. Little did I know that the fermentation process brings out its flavor even more! The other 3 flights were very good as well, but we ended up with a growler of the hojicha. We even returned 2 days later as we left Vancouver to fill the growler up. If you even remotely like tea, definitely make a trip here. It's located on a street filled with lots of other shops and eateries, so you can take a stroll after filling up on tea!

    Chelsey H.

    I wanted to like this place so much, especially seeing such great reviews from Yelp Elites and I think it is affiliated with Gyo-Para a ramen place up on Arbutus and Broadway which I love so much. I've walked past this place numerous times in the past months - half intimidated to go in, half curious and excited. We decided to mosey on in, and weren't greeted. We didn't know where to sit or how the process went, so I went near the bar and said I had always walked by and been curious but it was our first time! They didn't say much so I asked if we could sit by the window. Someone came by with a tablet saying we'd find all the teas on there. Great? Thanks? No personal touches or insight? After deciding finally on the Workhorse which was a pu-er tea, we were served a beacon of tea in which the tea was served into the tiniest little cups, probably to savour each sip, vs. drinking too quickly! We weren't sure if that was literally all the tea we were getting despite the price being around $10. I realize that they'll basically steep your tea again and again and again until you leave.. though I didn't realize that and thought it maxed out at 3 times or so based on a skim of the reviews. No one decided to tell us the process either until I finally asked after we paid. I'm a bit bummed that so many others had such a great customer service experience but mine was pretty horrible. I felt lost, embarrassed and like I was in a place too pretentious for myself. It was a real disappointment, especially after telling them that I had never been but had always wanted to try it..

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    Kay F.

    I heard about O5 Tea from the Siply app and being a big tea fan, I knew I had to try out this place. There is only one long table at the bar and the person behind the counter was so friendly and welcoming. She explained through all the different flavors of tea and kombucha that was available and what might suit my specific tastes. I ended up trying out the Wuyi Farm Style Tea and the Hojicha kombucha. Both were so refreshing and exactly what I needed for my palate. I'm a big fan and will definitely be back!

    Tea horse pu-er
    Abigail S.

    I hope that 05 Tea can become a more regular part of my routine in the coming new year. I happened by the shop to buy a Christmas present and was completely drawn in by the beautiful wooden bar and tea implements. There were only a few others in the space at the time, and devoted customer turned staff member Wayne generously and enthusiastically guided me through selecting a tea to sit down and sample. The choices are endless, and I finally landed on a lower caffeine pu er called Tea Horse Road. This ain't your typical gulp and run Starbucks kind of outfit, but more akin to wine tasting--come with ample time to sit and savor, if you can. My pu er was portioned out in a small porcelain cup, but had 8 potential flushes (i.e. new water added to the same leaves), creating a different drinking experience each time. The tea was smoky and earthy and truly transported me to the hike in a faraway place that I wish I was on right now. Wayne also offered a sample of one of their house made kombuchas that they have on tap--so much more delicate than the garden variety GT's that you find at the grocery store. They sell it by the glass or you can take away a growler's worth that can be refilled. Apparently they also offer kombucha making classes and other tea-related events throughout the year. I've passed by this place so many times without venturing in, and I'm so happy to know about it now.

    Tea Dessert Set
    Eva L.

    Last week, I spent my rainy Saturday afternoon here. It was my first tea bar experience and it will definitely not be my last. I was very impressed by the décor of the tea shop, the variety of teas available and the overall experience. There's just something about watching tea being brewed in front of you that makes you feel calm and relaxed. This is also a nice place for you to catch up with a friend, study or do some work. Right now, they have a collaboration w/ @atoigourmetgifts which features 5 tea-infused sweet treats. I highly recommend pairing them with teas. My favourite pairing was the hojicha tea + hojicha dacquoise sandwich w/ hojicha ganache. I should also add that the staff who infused my teas was very knowledgeable and friendly. She even asked if I would like to brew my tea again after I finished my first cup! Yes, they brew your tea several times or until to your liking. I am already planning my next visit. Do note that this is a small tea bar so it might be a little squishy on a busy day.

    Regina Unplugged L.

    OMG! The Matcha is amazing and to die for.. it's definitely authentic.. We felt like that we were in Kyoto for a short moment. Staff knew how to serve the tea in a proper way. THUMBS UP!!

    Sara A.

    A very nice spot for tea. They are opened till 10pm. A great assortment of tea from mainly China followed by some Japanese and Korean tea. You can sit at the bar or there is a table by the front window. A very zen setting, very calming. The servers are very friendly and will not hesitate to answer any questions you may have. I had a Korean tea which has notes of smoked maple and persimmon. It was steeped 3 times for me since we sat for almost 2 hours. My friend ordered the Chiran Sencha.

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    Alex (aka The Homie) was given the choice between two tea shops while in Yaletown (2/22/18). He…read moredecided on O-Cha Tea Bar, located at the corner of Homer and Helmcken. This turned out to be a fantastic choice, since we had the opportunity to have a warm, spontaneous conversation with Wilson Lee, O-Cha owner and active Yaletown business/community member. I had read previous Yelp posts about the Cold Blaster, but instead decided on the Mocha Chai and Alex ordered the Candied Rooibos. Both beverages were outstanding. This is what I call a pocket cafe. Bright counter seating facing Homer, perfect for watching passersby. Of which, Wilson definitely had his regulars while we warmed up in his cafe. Their usual crafted beverage made promptly, a quick exchange, and then that person's back on their way. My question about how long has this shop been in business ended up as a memorable conversation with Wilson. He shared the details about his business, the Yaletown community, social media, travel, urban growth, his hilarious anecdote about his favorite izakaya place on Denman, and a future trip to Asia for a wedding. There was such a rapport, that we were given an open invitation to a community event Friday evening. Sadly, we weren't able to do so since we departed VanBC a day earlier due to snow. We commented on him on our drive home earlier today (2/23/18) that coincidentally we'd pass signage along I-5 South, that would say Wilson. Too cool. Small cafe, but full of warmth and genuine community pride. Yes, I was able to warm up with tasty tea, get free updated maps and travel brochures while there. But left with a lasting impression and the desire to return to Vancouver, BC much sooner than later. Thanks, Wilson! O-Cha Tea Bar in Yaletown - Highly recommended!

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    I can see why everyone comes here, it's an unique and cool experience! the staff are patient and…read moreexplain what the different kinds of teas are and ask your preferences to get you to the right flavor. you can smell all the teas too. there are gift sets with various flavors and items in case you're looking for something more you can also purchase iced teas too. I left with one of the iced teas and two bags of Chun Feng jasmine tea. don't forget to stop by the bookstore next door!

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