I will 100% be back. This place surpassed my expectations and the selection of tea feels endless!…read more I have been meaning to dive more into tea and this place is a perfect place to try new teas I would not be able to otherwise. The staff here is clearly very passionate about tea and I can tell I will be able to learn so much from them. I came with a friend and we ordered one tea pot to share - but I will definitely be back for the tasting!

T Shop is truly a hidden gem located in Soho/LES. I found it with a quick google search when…read morelooking for a tea cafe in the area. I went on a Friday evening and luckily it was not busy. The owner gave us a warm introduction and explained how everything works. We decided on a non caffeinated tea since it was late, and there was only one option available to share. I enjoyed my tea and the ambiance of the space. A great alternative to a coffee shop and I liked how tucked away it was. Will be back!

High grade tea served in a beautiful peace space. Calm ambiance and lovely service…read more Pot for one ranges from $28-$55 Pot for two ranges from $30-$65

I truly loved the ambiance at Floating Mountain - a pocket of zen and serenity in busy Manhattan. I…read morecame for a solo date right when they opened (I made a reservation) and had a lovely conversation with Vivian, who was very kind, knowledgeable, and attentive with refilling my tea. My only gripe is the price. The cheapest pot for one was $28, so with tax/tip you're looking at $33+. I love sourcing loose leaf tea myself to brew at home (including from Taiwan/China), and feel like this should be priced at least $5 lower. Other tea houses like Te Company offer a similar experience with ~$15 tea pots that two people can share, though the ambiance at Floating Mountain is still unbeatable. I would still recommend this spot, but because of the price, it's difficult to justify going frequently. I'd recommend going with a friend, since splitting the pot for two price would make it slightly cheaper. Tea lovers & enthusiasts will still love this place no matter what. Just look at these photos!

what a lovely place…read more The pictures don't do it justice. Feels and looks like something out of the gilded age, which I think I would have LOVED to live in. teas adorn the perimeter of the venue. Near the back is where you order some drinks and food. Sat in the nook at the front of the store and enjoyed the bay window and the sunlight that fell on me :)

Such a cozy and unique tea experience in the west village! They offer dine-in afternoon tea and you…read morecan also get a freshly brewed cup to-go. There is a wide and interesting selection of blends to choose from and the vintage displays are such a charming touch! Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the different flavor profiles as well. I highly recommend the Scarlet and Peach Fruit teas but you can't go wrong with any of their options! Definitely will be revisiting Paquita the next time I'm in NYC.

Was recently going thru a severe bout of arthritis in my lower back and knees. Started eliminating…read morefoods that don't help with arthritis. And find some foods that benefit the body. Thats how I ended up at Grand Tea. Stopped by late morning and was totally enamored with this small tea shop. It's like you never can see everything first time around. While looking for a matcha bowl. I found a wonderful 16oz teapot. The wonderful lady that worked there was pleasant and very helpful. I looked at teas that were available and decided on the 13 year old Da Hong Pao black tea. Price was $10 an ounce. I asked her what was her favorite tea was? And she replied the same tea. She filled a bag with tea leaves and wrapped my new tea pot. What I found out is you can get approximately 6 to 10 steeps on these tea leaves. Surprisingly by changing diet and adding black tea to my diet. My arthritis has subsided for now. I am not saying this tea was the cure. But it did contribute to more peace and serenity. The black tea has attributes of a soothing nature. Also this black tea has less caffeine than other fresh tea leaves. Will definitely be back when my tea supply runs low.

You can't go anymore old school CTOWN than this store. Was a cold day but grandma was out in the…read morefront of the store beckoning customers to come in and try some oolong tea. I walked in and was greeted by the over abundance of Chinese products packed on every shelf. I had a flashback in the 80s at a Filene's Basement with a dizzying array of STUFF. Folks here spoke toisanese but understood my Cantonese and I'm sure can speak English. I honed in at the many different big jars of teas and winded up asking one of the owners where the bik lo chun was. I had him weigh two ounces for me to take home and try. $20 later (loose leaf and none of that chopped/grinded up tea crap from Twinings or Bigelow -- i excited and grandma waited outside to comp me a lil bag of oolong for my journey. Service with a smile and a warm heart. We need to support more of these lil mom and pop before they go.

To pair with our meal, I had to get a boba…read more I saw the Strawberry Lychee Green Tea with Boba on the menu and knew I had to try it. I loved how refreshing it was and the flavors weren't too overpowering where it didn't taste like tea anymore! There's also strawberry chunks that's similar to Tastea for anyone from Orange County CA. Would not mind coming back here when I'm in the market for some boba.

Thank the universe there's a boba place at Chelsea Market! Located in the lower level, this was a…read moreperfect stop for a refreshing drink. There was a BTS cupsleeve event happening right outside of it - I think they had exclusive cupsleeves if you ordered from the specialty menu, but I did not. I got the strawberry lychee green tea - these are all my favorite things in a drink btw- and it was delicious. I can't for the life of me remember the name of the other drink we ordered (see photo) so I'm sorry about that. They also have a variety of snacks in store - think korean convenience store style - for if you'd like to pair a treat with your drink. Would come back next time I'm in the market!

Wow!! What an amazing hidden gem in the heart of flushing. Fang Tea carries such delicate and…read moredelicious teas that are absolutely worth the hike (all the way from Maryland). The quality of the tea is reflected in the price. You are getting what you pay for, so come with a fat and happy wallet! If you're looking for ordinary, budget teas in a bag, go elsewhere... It always brings me such joy at the waves of zen and meditation that hit me the moment I step foot into Fang Tea. It stands as a stark contrast to the bustling, busy streets of New York. It's a great place to escape the chaos and find your center in a cup of hot tea, expertly brewed by the Tea Masters, all of which have had such bounty of training and each's personality shining through each brew of tea. Fang Tea preserves the traditions of Ancient China. And the entire tea making experience is an art, very unique to New York and the US. There is really no place like Fang Tea. My absolute favorite tea is the Charcoal Oolong Tea. AMAZING!!! Buy a bag of it!!! I also have tried their Spring Oolong Tea, Green Tea, Red Tea, Tangerine Pu-erh, Coin Fuling, and Wilderness Liu Bao. But the Charcoal Oolong is the best. I love the firey and earthy taste of the charcoal oolong tea. And their teaware is so beautiful and precious. I recently added a few more cups to my collection. And while you've made the way to Flushing for some tea. Hop on over to Magic Jewelry for some aura reading, energy clearing, and pure crystal magic. Then Spring Shabu for all you can eat hot pot :)

I think the owner greeted me. He's knowledgeable because when I described the tea I wanted, he was…read moreable to narrow down to two containers. He was right and very similar to the one I got in Taiwan. Sure it's expensive but at least I don't have to spend over 1k plane ticket to get in Taiwan. The shop itself is cute with vintage tea sets (no photography please) on the left and modern ones in the center. You can also enjoy tea there as well. Happy to know they offer shipping if I decided to buy more in the future. Shop accepts credit card and located in convenient location in Flushing. Basement level so will need to take stairs.

So glad I read that whole Hudson Yards email! I would've missed this inaugural(?) experience!…read moreHopefully High Tea here will be a repeat. The Great British Tea Party was lovely. Held on the same floor as Peak, but on the opposite side in an event room, the 180 view of NY/the Hudson/NJ was breathtaking. After the magnificent view, the room came in a close second, with long beautifully done up tables in British colors and accents. There were red, white and "blue" (pretty purple was close enough) flowers galore, a bright red photo opp phone booth, rows of tea cups and saucers in mismatched floral patterns, and British flags strung across the ceiling to set the tone. The detailed efforts of the organizers made us feel as though magically transported across the pond. Upon arrival we were treated to sparkling tea. I was hoping for an alcoholic libation, but this had bubbles, so I pretended. Once seated, and introductions to neighbors were complete, we started in on the bites. Mini sweet and savory scones with fruit preserves and butter were already on the table. I tried both versions and they were tasty. Then out came the three tiered racks with lots of precious little goodies. Of course there were cucumber sandwiches and salmon on toast. Staples! My favorites were the mini lobster rolls and a square pastry shell filled with a truffled cream sauce that had caviar on top. For dessert my two favorites were the tapioca pudding with guava sauce and coconut, and the pistachio profiterole. I'm guessing on ingredients here. We didn't have a menu, so I'm not sure what was in most things, but I'll say everything was great. Only 2 complaints. The tea came out late, when it should've come out first. Then only half my cup was filled with hot water. I had to ask for refills to the top on the two cups I drank. Another complaint was that the bread was stale on the hors d'oeuvres. I know it's hard to keep bread fresh when pre-prepping and serving 100 people, but that's something to consider finding a solution for. The toppings were all fresh though. The service was wonderful. Very friendly & accommodating. While enjoying our meal, there was a discussion on London, the coronation, a royal super fan, some songs from Broadway shows in the West End and in New York, and a trivia game. The winners of the game received British gifts from pencils to gift baskets. After the festivities, we were able to go out to the edge. The day went from rainy, to sunny and beautiful just in time for our visit to The Edge, the 100th floor outdoor viewing deck. I'm afraid of heights but I loved it! Even sat on the clear glass triangle and looked down for a few seconds. For the price of visiting The Edge, we received the tea practically for free, or I guess vice versa. It was a fabulous event! I look forward to more just like it.

What a lovely delightful spot!!!…read more Rob is a great host! They were super helpful with recommendations and suggestions. Walked out with a mug featuring dogs and tea and fruit cake! Gluten free/vegan/vegetarian options! They are Covid friendly- one customer at a time and a big pride flag a-waving! Get that Sticky toffee pudding!!!! Thank you!!

Loved visiting here randomly one day to find a cute English tea shop full to the brim with British…read moreknickknacks and shelves overflowing with tea boxes. The two shopkeepers were incredibly friendly and hilarious to speak with. They joked around with me and my friend and were very helpful in providing tea recommendations. I ended up getting their house English breakfast, which was a great decision. The flavor was robust and smooth. It came piping hot-- very welcome in this pre-autumn weather. The only thing I'm disappointed about is that I don't live in this neighborhood to frequent this amazing little shop. I highly recommend popping in for a hot tea to go and some friendly conversation.