Sanctuary is hidden away from the hustle & bustle of Westfield Marion on the lower floor,…read moreunderneath the food court by the lifts. It is big & airy with plenty of space for prams, wheelchairs etc. Unfortunately they're really the only things going for it. Myself & my friend both ordered pots of tea. Reading off the tea menu they both sounded awesome, & full of flavor, but in reality they were incredibly weak with maybe a teaspoon full of tea in each pot. That was the first disappointment. The second was the food. There wasn't a huge range but being a tea house that didn't really bother me. What did bother me was that the "assorted quiche" that I ordered came out crazy hot fresh from the microwave, on a chipped plate with a mental fork & wooden disposable knife & not a side, salad or garnish in sight. I've had better quiche in a takeaway container :( I really wouldn't bother going back.

This peaceful spot is easy to miss, but if you are looking for a place to escape the madness of…read moreWestfield Marion for a quiet cuppa, this might be what you are looking for. The space is quite inviting and plenty of room for the pram. There is also a high hair available. I have made several visits here and have always received genuinely friendly service. There is quite a lengthy menu of teas to choose from. This time I chose a pot of the Organic Genmaicha, and after letting it brew for an extra minute like my server suggested, it was perfect. Then I had the spinach/leek/feta quiche filo, which was served warm but without any accompaniments. This was agreeable enough, but one does wonder, why does it come with a metal fork and wooden knife? My curiosity got the better of me and I asked the server - the wooden cutlery is used because it is eco friendly, however they found that the wooden forks weren't really working, so metal forks are used instead. So now you know. There was a great selection of desserts, and I couldn't resist the white chocolate gluten free friand. It was just what I was wanting, sweet and dense, however next time I will take then up in their offer to warm it up first (it was a bit cold having been in their refrigerated display case). All in all this is a spot I would choose again for a quiet cup of tea, but will probably lunch elsewhere next time.

I absolutely love this place! Food is delicious and hearty. Staff are always attentive and so…read morepolite. And the tea is of course excellent. I rarely miss lunch on Thursday as its my favourite special of the week...curry laksa day! I don't think I could ever get tired of eating it. Also you must try the basil nuggets and my second favourite dish is the cold spicy noodles which I also eat nearly every week. Thanks Brian for the great service!

A group of friends and I used to come here for lunch literally once a week, and one of the main…read morereasons was because it offered a purely vegetarian (actually vegan) fare. Up until that point I had never really tried a vegan meal, thinking that you couldn't make anything without adding meat. Well this place definitely proved me wrong. In fact I have pretty much tried everything on the menu, but that was more because of the regularity in which we went here. It is actually pretty popular, and it quite possible to discovered that all of the seats have been taken. The do have a downstairs area as well, which we would regularly hide out in. Oh, and being a tea house they also have a large variety of teas.

T2 on Rundle Street is definitely my one stop shop when it comes to premium tea in Adelaide…read more The shop is gorgeous. Quite a large interior and really tastefully decorated in a modern yet quirky kind of way. They sell everything from tea cups to small box's of chocolate to have when your drinking your tea at home. So adorable. Obviously their tea range is huge, with a vast variety of flavours. I especially love their green tea range. The staff are fantastic and friendly, and if your a regular...they'll remember your name! The only downside of the location is finding a park. If your a tea lover, T2 is a must visit. They also have a membership program which you can earn points every time you buy something in store or from their website. Recommended.

As an avid tea lover, I'd have to say T2 is pretty cool but there's no beating T-Bar for me. The…read morefirst time I saw T2 on Rundle St (it hasn't been here for that long), I thought it was either a new club or some urban clothing store. Its black exterior, red logo and dimly lit interior gives it a somewhat artsy, dark feel. Not to say that it's bad, of course. It's something different, which is always interesting. Seemingly, T2's take on tea (try that for a tongue twister) is trendy and current, with a wide range of teas all marketed with a modern twist. There are also tea cups, glasses, pots, and even kids' tea sets available for purchase.

Cool amazing little gem situated in yet another historic Hahndorf building. A cute little cafe…read morecombined with an amazing little arts and craft store selling beautiful handmade things like fine linens and handcrafted clothing. They have on site weaving classes etc as well.

From the owner: Lifestyle shop. Ethical. Artisan. Thoughtfully sourced goods from around the world.read more

All teas are not the same and the same goes for quality. For top quality tea and service T Life is…read morethe place to go for Chinese tea. Their knowledge of tea and tea cultivation not only gave me confidence in the store but confidence in the products. I know the tea I am buying is exactly what I want because you get to try before you buy. The price may be a little higher than places like T Bar and so on but the quality is far superior.

The owners are without doubt experts and connoisseurs in the world of tea. Their tea ceremonies…read moreare wonderful ...and they have taught us how to appreciate quality tea. Even our 10 year old is hooked. Definitely the best we have come across in the western world!! Susan and Rory

The Shanghai Tea House adds the perfect cultural twist to the 'coffee and cake' dominated Burnside…read moreVillage Shopping Centre. Offering oriental tea and high quality asian cuisine, the Shanghai Tea House is the perfect place to relax and to escape the hassles of everyday life. The diverse range of tea is astonishing. Wether your looking for a classic or are in the mood for something unique the Shanghai Tea House will look after you. The tea is of the highest quality and is served in large portions. If your not into your hot tea I seriously recommend the lemon ice tea as it puts any mainstream and mass-produced brand to shame. The staff are extremely helpful, efficient and somehow they always seemed to be smiling. It may be hard for me to admit, but I am still mastering the art of 'chopsticks". However this has never stopped me continuously attempting to perfect the skill . After my 5th consecutive dumpling drop one staff member approached to congratulate me on my chopstick persistence. This clearly surprised my dining company as they had clearly witnessed my inadequate skill. What they didn't realise was the staff member had sneakily passed me a fork under the table...just incase I needed it. It is this kindness and personal approach to dining that has gained my repeat service and made the Shanghai Tea house a unique asset to the Burnside Village Shopping Centre.

This is probably one of my favourite drop in spots whenever I visit Burnside Village for some good…read moreol' shopping! The dumplings aren't top notch but if you're looking for a quick bite or some sit down and relax tea time, this may be the place for you. I find the dumpling skins a little too thick so word of warning if you are about to order some yumcha. But nevertheless, the prawn fillings are fresh and it takes them less than 10 minutes to bring out the dishes when it's not too busy in the afternoon!