My aunt, parents, and I participated in the tea blending class and had a wonderful time. We were…read moreable to custom-blend our own teas with a base and 3 flavors. Danielle is so knowledgeable about all of the tea flavors (their benefits, what goes well together, flavor profiles), and the shop has such a cozy feeling. All of the employees are extremely kind and welcoming. I would highly recommend taking this class and visiting the shop for their large selection of teas. My favorite teas were the AVTea Co Chai or Apple Spice, but I also can't wait to try my custom blend!

I know nothing about tea, or at least, I know very little as I don't tend to drink anything except…read morethe basics. I stopped in here on a whim while in the neighborhood and was thoroughly impressed. The shop is quaint and fun and the staff helped me navigate my lack of knowledge to grab a few items for my wife. My friends also appreciated the fact they sell some pastries and will make you a cup of tea (or a specialty tea drink) as well. Reasonably priced and worth supporting if you are a tea fan (or have one in your life).

4.5 stars. The Steeping Leaf is a local tea house, bistro, and gelateria…read more The tea collection includes over 175 teas from around the world, including black teas, green teas, oolong teas, white teas, Chinese pu'er teas, fruit teas, herbal teas, chai blends, boba teas, single-estate teas, etcetera. Other beverages such as juices and coffees are also available. In addition, customers may make a reservation for afternoon tea, which for adults includes a choice of a pot of tea as well as a three-tier stand of finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. The foods and price vary for children aged 12 and under. ​ ​The bistro's menu lists foods such as quiche, avocado toast, fruit bowls, oatmeal, yogurt, pastries, flatbreads, wraps, paninis, salads, quesadillas, smoothies, and milkshakes. A freezer contains about a dozen flavors of gelatos. Furthermore, shelves feature merchandise such as bags of teas, teapots, mugs, t-shirts, earrings, etcetera. My husband and I ate one breakfast here. An employee immediately and kindly greeted us. We placed our order at the cash register and then sat at a table of our choosing. Some tables were already reserved for the afternoon tea. I ate Baked French Toast (5 stars), which consisted of a brioche with custard, cinnamon, sugar, strawberry sauce, peaches, blueberries, raspberries, and banana slices. I drank a Masala Chai Tea (4.5 stars). My husband ate the Loaded Breakfast Panini Wrap (3.5 stars), which contained scrambled eggs, potatoes, cheeses, avocado, sour cream, and salsa. The ingredients were separate, which he said looked pretty but tasted just OK. He used his utensil to try to mix the ingredients. He ate only half of it. He drank a Gelato Iced Chocolate (4.5 stars), a chilled hot chocolate with vanilla gelato and whipping cream on top. I also purchased a Dubai chocolate bar (4.5 stars) for about $20. It was not my all-time favorite Dubai chocolate, but it was a large size, and it tasted very good for being made in Pittsburgh. Note that private events such as birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, and bachelorette parties may also be held at The Steeping Leaf. Catering is also available.

I've been here for a coffee or tea on a few occasions, as well as for lunch once, and it is really…read morean experience. The shop is bright and welcoming and full of warmth. You'll feel relaxed before you even grab that cup to drink. You could spend a long time reading the tea menu. Coffee is a little bit frowned upon here. It's always pretty quiet so it's a good place to go for conversations with a friend. They also have smoothies, which are appealing to children. Check it out when you're in the area.

I love this place with my whole heart. They're part of why I moved to this neighborhood to begin…read morewith. I get all of my tea from Gryphon's, and I'm always shocked by how inexpensive it is compared to ordering tea online elsewhere.

A natural tea and spices shop. The staff is very knowledgeable and offers you the ability to ask…read morequestions and sniff the products before deciding which tea is best for your palette.

More Tea with The Madre!…read more My mom and I always make it a point to go to tea whenever we're in the same state. This time, we visited Uniquely Yours Tea House in Hickory, PA. Upon arrival, the charming house and well-manicured landscaping set a welcoming tone. A sign at the end of the walkway requests that guests wait there or in their cars until their reservation time, which makes sense since the waiting area inside is a bit small. We were warmly greeted by the proprietor and led inside, where we were introduced to a unique tea selection process. Instead of a menu, guests choose their tea from a cabinet of jars. You open each jar to smell its contents and make your selection. While the jars were labeled, many labels were slightly smudged, and some jars weren't very fragrant, making the process a bit cumbersome. Personally, I would have preferred a traditional menu, but the owner seemed somewhat put off by this preference. Interestingly, both my mom and I chose the same tea, and our hostess chided us for lacking an adventurous spirit. That interaction was a little more than a bit off-putting, but we moved on to our table. The table settings were elegant, with matching teapots placed on stands heated by candles. However, while my mom's candle was lit, mine was not, and the hostess didn't light it upon serving. It seemed like an oversight that could have been easily avoided. We both enjoyed the black currant tea, which was delightful and definitely worth recommending. However, I noticed that the table was set with paper napkins that were thin and unimpressive. I definitely prefer cloth napkins, especially for tea. Given the overall ambiance, this detail seemed out of place--almost like using plastic forks at a fine dining experience. Moving on to the food, everything was beautifully presented and delicious. The grilled sandwich with provolone, spinach, and a herby spread was a standout, though wiping my hands on the thin napkin just highlighted the fact that it was not cloth. The Hawaiian chicken salad in a croissant was also excellent. However, the cucumber sandwich, served on raisin or craisin bread, overpowered the cucumbers and cream cheese with its strong flavor. But the portions were generous, so come hungry! The scone, a glazed lemon poppy seed, was moist and paired perfectly with Devonshire cream. The sweets were a highlight: a delicate cream horn with edible gold glaze, a summer berry cupcake, and a filled cookie with white chocolate and berry--each was as delicious as it was beautiful. Overall, while the tea and food were enjoyable, and the setting was lovely, the tea selection process and the use of paper napkins detracted from the experience for me. If you're a fan of tea, it's worth a visit, but be prepared for these quirks and go with an empty stomach!

My daughter surprised me for Mother's Day with a trip to Uniquely Yours Tea Room. It was so much…read morefun! We loved the food, the atmosphere, and the people! The facility is BEAUTIFUL! The staff was so kind, efficient, and courteous. The owner actually did a whole photo shoot for us! They had fun hats to wear for the guests, and a gift shop with very cool items. We loved every minute of our experience! I will cherish the memories of this day forever! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

What an absolute joy to have an independent, family-owned coffee shop in this part of town! This is…read moreone of several new additions to this stretch of Brownsville above Brentwood Towne Square. I met up with someone here today and the interior is bright and welcoming. I noticed a couple of small exterior tables outside the café for nice weather, too. The people are so kind. They have an assortment of delicious looking pastries like croissants, muffins and donuts. Most importantly the drinks are delicious. Housemade syrups and they had about five seasonal specials of both lattes and Matchas! I had a double pistachio Matcha and when I asked about it they told me how they make the syrup and the foam and my goodness it was amazing. I will be stopping by here frequently!

2nd time stopping by, first time was a couple months ago but they're still doing well! Still cute…read moreand clean inside, and staff is once again super nice as well :) I'd come all the time if I lived a bit closer. And of course, the drinks and treats are great

Blue Monkey Tea Shop is serious business despite the adorable name.  That…read moreisn't to say that the place isn't welcoming or the staff friendly, because it is and they are.  This little storefront is full up with all different varieties of tea.  It's a huge selection of over 300 teas, herbs and matchas according to their sign.  It kind of reminded me of an apothecary shop with all the jars and boxes but this store also has colorful and fun gifts and tea-related items.  The staff was very helpful with the information and recommendations to help us choose among the bounty.  What a super resource for tea lovers.

Such good tea and great vibes! They were giving out free tea due to the cold weather this week and…read moreended up buying some too because it truly is that good.

Grim Wizard - caffeinated alchemy has JUST moved! Around…read morethe corner! but the energy is sooo different. this heavy metal themed coffeehouse is super unique and - oddly bubbly! lol! i walked in and i couldn't stop smiling at the happy social vibe. I got the Pallbearer ice latte with oat milk - Pall&Oats as Chad calls his favorite drink. The espresso is dark and rick with 2 long poured shots offset by a unique blend of syrups in perfect balance with the bitter. There was plenty of ready to eat items and a kitchen will be opening soon. GW is located in Allentown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh and fits right in with the surrounding New Orleans and Goth shops on this strip. I highly reccomend hanging out here!

I don't even remember what was in my latte because it was a couple months ago but I loved this…read moreplace lol. You can tell the coffee is high quality and I love the creative flavor combinations. The atmosphere is really cool and comfortable and the baristas were cool as well.

A cute, bright and airy little cafe. This was a great spot to twirl from while I was in the…read moreneighborhood waiting for an appointment. On a sunny day the seating area allows for so much great lighting. The lightness in the decor keeps it very chill and a relaxing vibe. Expect very sweet drinks. The taro matcha was great but so so sweet. I prefer matcha to be bitter and earthy but I assumed going the cafe that everything would be highly sweetened so my expectation was appropriately set. Service was quick and friendly! Their hours are convenient for the time I spend in the area. I'll definitely be back!

Indescribably classic smoothies, wonderful storefront parlor kind kind people at new Tea…read moreestablishment