This is a truly sweet place in the heart of the east village. I had a lovely moroccan mint green tea. This tea was bold yet had delightful accent of mint that was flavorful to the pallet. read more

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Cutest store with great service on St. Marks selling loose-leaf tea as well as tea by the beverage. I had a great time working with the sales associate to pick a tea that worked with the aroma I wanted, and was able to sample and smell a few options before landing on a tea that I wanted to purchase. Really great experience but small so may get busy. Some room inside to sit down and savor a drink if desired. On St. Marks so the outside street can get busy on weekends. read more

I really love tea! More than coffee. So, while visiting NYC, I wanted to find a good tea house where I can get some quality loose leaf tea. So glad I found Physical GraffiTea. It's an unassuming, below ground, hole in the wall with very limited seating. Their wall is stacked with at least 80 large tea canisters. From oolong to green tea, pu-er to mate, they have such a large variety. I prefer supporting a small, intimate spot like this than a Teavanna type of place. Plus, the staff was so friendly and knowledgeable about all the teas and gave pointers on steeping, etc. I got the rose black tea, dragon ball Jasmin, and a sleepy tea to help me sleep at night. So glad I came! I recommend for anyone who enjoys tea. read more

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Amazing selection of teas, and they know so much about them all. They also have a ton of herbal infusions, which are not really of interest to me. But again they are so knowledgeable. And such a delightful environment. I've been coming here for about a decade to get my tea and I can't imagine going anywhere else read more

When it comes to tea vs. coffee, tea wins for me every time. And it's not that I don't enjoy the way that coffee tastes or smells (I think it's lovely too) but tea just hits differently for me. We're lucky that there are tea shops in the city, both the more mainstream ones like David's Tea or Harney and Sons but also the smaller local shops like this one! I had this bookmarked for a while and when I happened to be waiting in the area, it was the perfect opportunity to go. I definitely drink tea year round, but when it's cold, I definitely seek it out especially when idle. Upon stepping into the shop, you can see the shelves all lined with tea tins all neatly labeled and grouped by tea types. I glanced at the menu to see what they offered and felt like getting a tea latte (London fogs were the OG for me but matcha lattes and so many others are wildly popular now). I was in the mood to try something slightly different but still wanted something familiar. I talked to the person behind the counter to see if she had any recommendations and she let me smell a few potential options before deciding (also love when that's an option!). I ended up ordering a Cream Earl Grey Tea Latte. I was actually leaning towards the Lavender Earl Grey initially but she said it wouldn't be as good as a latte (though not sure if I agree). It was pleasant enough though I would probably order a different drink the next time around. Everyone who works there is really nice. When I was handed my drink, the lady said that I could add sweetener if I wanted to. After tasting it, I opted for adding some honey which made it better. Super cute small place to drop in with a friend or on your own! Would definitely love to come back if I'm in the area! read more

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Great tea great service. The staff was very thoughtful and I had a very refreshing Scottish tea.

Weird mid eastern owner. Not friendly. I am an older very large person and was treated like a troublemaker. Taking my business elsewhere. Almost forgot. Extortionate prices read more

I love this neighborhood tea shop and for any one visiting this should be a stop on your list! She has the best selection and is super knowledgeable! I miss the days when bars and cute things were downstairs underground and this place is that. A gem! read more

What a hidden gem! How have I not known about this tea wonderland until now! They have the most gorgeous and vast tea collections! It's like the museum of tea and you can find any traditional and innovative teas here! The inside is half underground, very intimate ambiance with walls and walls of teas! I was overwhelmed by the myriad of flavors to choose from! To choose just one from the gazzilion options is a tough decision! I Tried a serenitea which has no caffeine and is floral and calming. My friend got the minty flavor tea which is very refreshing! Would definitely come back to try their plethora of curated tea collections! read more

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5/5 This place is quaint and has a lovey homely vibe. It's small but long and offers a wide selections of teas. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner who was also very pleasant and the counter staff all are versed in some tea knowledge. I even purchase a Pu'er tea, the Scottish toffee pu'er tea which helps in digestion and other neat things lol. It smells absolutely wonderful and tastes a tad biter but I like my tea natural. I also tried their lychee tea, which was a fav of mine because LYCHEE is amazing. Debate yourself. I am willing to take the 40 minute trip here to try their diverse tea selection and hope you will all think the same. As always thank you guys for the service and drinks. God bless!!! read more

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Stumbled into this shop while roaming around east village, and what an incredible stroke of luck that was. Ordered a hot matcha latte (with oat milk and 2 tbsp of honey) on a chilly day and it honestly blew my socks off. Top tier matcha latte. There were so many people waiting to put in an order and only 1 person working at the time, so there was a bit of a wait, but honestly I just enjoyed the inviting energy of the place and sniffing the delightful variety of loose leaf (ended up purchasing some as well). Such a great spot. Definitely try the matcha if you're a fan of strong matcha flavor with that hit of bitterness at the end. It made a convert out of my dad! read more

This is a hole in the half underground wall, but inside is like a tea paradise. There is a large selection of tea. You can buy any of them froMthe wall that start with minimum 2oz order: they also will tell you how to brew your tea, how long it takes. They also offers fresh tea latte, you choose the kind or tea you want they brew in front of you (takes couple minutes) to make the latte for you. Completely fresh. read more

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So 80s, since both Olivia Newton John's Physical, and Graffitea in general, were 80s things. I miss the 80s. When things were pretty dangerous and pretty awesome. This is a super cute little tea shop right on St Mark's in the heart of the lovely East Village which adds to the spectacular charm of this area in a very profound and adorable way. Definitely well worth your time, look out for it, it's down the steps - it's little Subterranean below street level, a little cubicle if you will, packed with all kinds of teadeliciousness for pretty decent prices considering the neighbourhood. read more

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Super cute and affordable tea shop in east village with so many options! 10/10 would recommend visiting if you're in the area :) read more

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So small, 4 small tables inside, but the amount of room inside does not compare to the HUGE variety of teas they offer. Seriously a tea paradise, so much selection I can get lost just looking at the menu. Thank goodness, for the very sweet and patient lady serving the teas who did not run out of patience answering the many questions I threw at her. Highly recommend this spot for tea lovers or sick people needing an amazing cup of powerful and flavorful liquid elixir. read more

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AMAZING hidden gem in the East Village. No trip to NYC is complete without a visit to Physical Graffitea. Don't be fooled by the tiny size of this below street level shop. While there may only be about 4 tables for customers to sit, they more than make up for the lack of space with an incredibly extensive and robust variety of teas. You can purchase the tea to prepare yourself at home, or order it hot or iced, or in a latte. The Blood Orange Creamsicle iced tea is my favorite. It tastes exactly like how it sounds, with bright citrus notes balancing a creamy vanilla undertone. My boyfriend loves the Vanilla Black tea, which features fresh vanilla bean that really shows up when the tea is brewed. They also have a small selection of petit four sized cookies and biscotti to enjoy with your tea. Service has been a mixed bag in the times we have gone. The first time, we had a young man who told us the shop was closing earlier that night than the hours listed and seemed pretty disinterested and out of it. However, on a recent visit, we were delighted to have a different barista who was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. She recommended different teas to us based on what kinds of flavors we were in the mood for, and her cheerful personality added to the positive experience we had the last time we were here. Bottom line - this is a must visit for anyone (like me) who is obsessed with tea! read more

I ordered the iced peach tea, and it was really refreshing. They also have an amazing collection of loose tea and warm teas. While I don't drink tea often, I loved this place and would consider consuming tea on a consistent basis if I purchase a few blends. read more

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Matcha was sooooo bitter! Especially compared to other local matcha shops. The people who work there are nice though and the place itself is very cute read more

I think I had 6 cups of tea and each more magical than the next! The tearrista ( just made that up I think!) was a serious tea pro - She knew her tea! Like a sommelier, she probed and suggested great teas, mixing and concocting a one of kind cup of tea based on the request. It was pretty cool and of course the teas were great! The owner even ventured in and made us a special cup while she chatted...It was a mix of 5 different teas for a flavor profile that I am confident I will not be able to experience anywhere else. What a treat! This is a tiny sub-street tea house so be ready to take your tea and dash :) Thank you for a great experience! read more

What a great find. You descend stairs into a cozy tea parlor. I love the scent jars where you can experience the tea before purchasing. We all went with the matcha latte. How boring but I started the trend so I guess I was the setter. I was not disappointed. The clerk brewed it fresh and sweetened it with honey. I also purchased some earl grey loose tea. read more

Was taking a walk the other day and stopped by l to warm up. There I discovered the BEST matcha oat milk latte I've ever tasted. Not to mention the shop has lots of exotic and rare tea leaves for the connoisseurs out there, and have been featured on both nytimes and Vogue. Check them out! read more

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This is not a place to read or study, since they have no public restroom or a lot of outlets. So, it may be unwise to get an entire pot of tea. However, this is a nice place to share a cup of tea with a friend and explore some different teas. It's also a nice place to introduce someone to tea. They have a large variety so there is something for everyone. One of the more eccentric things they sell is a kava chocolate bar. I recommend getting the dark chocolate one with nuts. It works well. read more

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Amazing matcha latte! And impressive selection of teas as well as tea accessories. Need bags to bag tea leaves? Specialty tea? Great spot to sit and people watch (small table for two outside on St. Marks)? This is a great spot! read more

I agree with all other fellow yelpers, this is a "hidden gem" tea place! It's a small and relaxing area to have some various type of tea. There are so many types of tea to choose from so I asked the staff workers for some preference tips. I forgot one of staff member name but he is super friendly to help every customers out. Great place to chill, relax, read a book, or casual chit chat with friend; with a touch of cookies and tea (British Afternoon tea style like). lols Cute yet colorful small pots and cups. -Cons: there's no bathroom. no WiFi. - Only 3-4 tables inside. read more

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The smell of fresh tea leaves is so relaxing. It's cozy in here. I love the paintings on the walls, beautifully done. Plenty of tea options available. Alana was very knowledgeable and recommended things to me. I decided to try the Pomegranate Oolong Iced Tea. It took about 10 mins to steep. This particular tea bag takes a bit longer so that all of its flavor can be extracted. After one sip, I was in my happy place. So cool, refreshing, and soothing. Exactly what I needed on a hot day. Next time I'll be back for the Raspberry White Tea. That came highly recommended. Total for my Iced Tea was about $4.50. Pricey? Most definitely. High quality tea? Yes. Physical GraffiTea is a nice treat. read more

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If you're in the 'nabes and want to grab some high end luxury looseleaf tea product, Physical GraffiTea has got your back. A huge wall of large drums of all sorts of tea you never heard of paired with several of your old time faves makes this a perfect spot to drop in, get what you need and get home to start your princess tea party (don't we all do this?) It is pricey, so be prepared to drop about 20-30$ for a couple ounces of tea, but the flavors will pop and make you forget all about that 3$/box of Lipton you have yellowing under your kitchen sink. read more

I am so in love with this place I want to get a time share in the East Village so I can come here on a regular basis! First off, it is just the coolest little tea shop! The vibe and decor is just nirvana-esque! And aside from them having what is literally verging on a hundred different teas in every category possible, the gal that was working, Carly, was amazeballs! She was so knowledgeable and engaging and you could just tell she was passionate about tea! She helped me make some very informed and excellent tea choices. I even got a hot ginger turmeric tea to go that put a pep in my step when I went back out into the frigid, unforgiving New York streets to take on NYE in Times Square! They sell tea servings in pots for singles, couples, or groups and they even have Kombucha! Can't wait to come back! I just wish they one in Austin! I found my tea heaven! read more

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Lovely tea and atmosphere. They have so many types of tea and it is very relaxing to get a little teapot and sit in the cafe. read more

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A hidden gem for real tea lovers. Located in the basement in east village, it has only 4-5 small tables. It is not somewhere that you can expect to take pretty afternoon tea girls' pictures. It is even hard to work on the laptop. HOWEVER, the tea selection is amazing! There is a wall of different tea from black tea, green tea to white tea, Oolong and you can sample any of them. I picked a black tea with lavender blend. Strong and aromatic. It also sells little tea cookies. I did not buy one but they all seemed to be perfect accompaniment with tea. What I really like are the cute little stuff such as the hourglass, metal plate to sit the tea bag. They are not just photo worthy but more importantly work together to help make a perfect cup of tea. PS: no bathroom here!!! read more

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High quality matcha. I've had many teas here but would recommend their iced matcha latte. They take 5-10 minutes making your drink - which is on the longer side. But it's worth the wait. They really let the tea brew and craft each drink with care read more

Perhaps this tiny, hole in the wall tea salon isn't for everyone, but this shop changed a part of my life :) I forgot how I found this place, probably got curious after passing by several times because it's got some colors going on! The owner lady has a wide variety of tea and will introduce you to some by letting you smell or telling you about them if you ask for recommendations. After my first visit I had to go back and took a friend with me too. It's a small shop with no wifi, restroom or cake like Harbs or famous tea salons in EV but still felt magical every time! read more

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I never realized so many different teas existed. An Encyclopedia, a Wikipedia, a Google Search of teas is found here. Also, tasty treats!

Cute tea shop on St. Mark's Place towards Tompkins Square Park. The walls are lined with hundreds of canisters of tea, many of which you can pick up and smell. There are also a few sweets on offer. The woman, who I think was the owner, was friendly and had cinnamon tea out to sample, which was delicious and naturally sweet. I went for the Scottish Toffee pu-erh, which had some brown-sugar and caramel notes to balance the earthy nature of the tea. It came out quickly and with a timer so I could properly steep it. Pots of tea are $4.50 pre-tax and -tip. The ambiance was comforting. It was super warm (she had to crack open the door at one point). There were some people studying, but it was more suited for cozy catch ups. I like noise in the background, so I had a nice time eavesdropping while burning through some weekend work. Only downside is no bathroom, so I can't recommend this as an all-day hang in good conscience; they also have a notice on limiting laptop time to 45 minutes during busy hours. However, this will work perfectly for meeting a friend or reading for a short period of time. read more

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I really want to like this place. Don't get me wrong; it's a great tea place. They have a large and varied selection of tea and they only sell loose tea which I love. I also liked their idea of the cabinet where there are many tea samples for you to smell before you try them. Nice people working there. There are two things that will prevent me from going again. First, limited seats means I have a very high chance of not able to have a seat whenever I go. We were lucky that the corner table was leaving when the 3 of us arrived so we can share the bench. The second thing is how does a tea place not have a bathroom?? I don't understand. You can buy tea leaves there as well and their menu is extensive. I recommend it if you love tea and want to try new teas, or if you have access to a bathroom nearby. otherwise, it's a hit or miss for seats and you may have to hold it in for a while :) read more

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High quality teas and reasonably priced drinks(by NYC standards). I've gotten their matcha latte which was super strong and a hojicha latte. You can make a latte out of any of their teas. read more

The shop is so cozy, the tea (and tea cookies!) are delicious, and the staff is unfailingly welcoming and knowledgeable. Sit down to catch up with an old friend over a pot of tea, or grab a to-go cup of the seasonal specialty. I've been coming for 7 years, and it's one of my favorite local businesses in NYC! read more

I came here with a few friends after going inside Tea Drunk and realizing that it was a lot more formal and pricey than we expected and we were looking for a casual place to have a pot of tea. We chose the decaf sencha and were originally going to get the large pot, but the man working there said that the medium would probably be enough for us. The tea was unfortunately not very good and tasted very bitter. There also did not seem to be enough room in the brewing basket for the tea leaves to expand. There is also no bathroom here which I don't understand! The man working there was very nice though, and my boyfriend enjoyed his blueberry kombucha. read more

If you like tea, Physical GraffiTea is heaven on Earth. This small diamond on St.Marks has some of the best tea selections I have seen in New York City thus far and has the ambiance of what a tea shop should look and feel like. I have never seen this place crowded and there is always someone behind the counter waiting to assist you. You can buy loose leaf tea to go, or get some tea to sip on right here in the shop. There menu is extensive. There are: Greens, Whites, Oolongs, Blacks, Pu-Erhs, Mates, Rooibos, Tisanes, Medicinal Blends and Herbs. Choose a few that sound good to you and ask to smell them. They come in big jars that can be opened and you can choose the one you like based on the smell and a helpful description from the person who works there. I like the Rooibos personally. You can get a tea for one or a couple. They have sand timers that are color coordinated based on the tea so you get the ideal steeping time. Then you sit back and enjoy your tea in this super calm cafe. This is the perfect place for meeting with someone or reading but I would not bring a computer here. This is not that type of place. read more

A little hidden gem in East Village for those who enjoy a nice cup of tea with personable service. I frequent here often since my boyfriend lives quite close. The first time I came here I was trying to get over a cold, I was in desperate need of a tea to help clear the sinus and make me feel whole again. The guy recommended the tumeric and ginger tea at first, but since I am not a huge fan of ginger, I passed on that. So he recommended the purity tea which I was a huge fan of, the tea was quite earthy but pleasant. The second time I decided to come here I ordered the berry berry tea, the ones that are pre made in the tap jar and it is so refreshing. Also, their matcha lattes are strong and so so so good. Forget the Starbucks nonsense, once you try this place out, you'll never go back! Overall, highly recommend tea lovers to check this lovely place out. * Do yourself a favor and try those jam cookies (apricot and raspberry)! It's buttery and absolutely delicious. read more

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This is a GEM in East Village! I come here often to read and enjoy a hot pot of tea. The staff is very knowledgeable and lets you smell all the teas before finally deciding which one you'd like. You can also get tea to go and they have a selection of little pastries to go alongside your tea. I love that they are open relatively late so I can have my own version of a "party night out" with a good book and a cup of tea in hand. Just writing this review makes me want to come back tomorrow. read more

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