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    4.5 (69 reviews)
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    Open 9:00 am - 4:45 pm

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    Samantha L.

    Amazing serene views with yummy Japanese food/tea. Dishes (ranked by best): 1) Sencha Tea: allows free refill 2) Red bean mochi: not too sweet and texture of the mochi is perfect. Feels like it was made in-house 3) Udon: just ok, not spectacular 4) Chicken Karage: not too crispy and a bit too much batter but it's not that bad 5) Donga: black sesame & soy sauce flavored mochi balls *has limited sandos and bento boxes on weekdays (delivered at 10:30am)* Logistics: -accepts cc -available restroom -inside the Japanese tea garden (free for SF residents or everyone MWF 9-10am)

    Udon
    Sho R.

    After finishing the visit of Japanese Tea Garden, this place gives a nice Japanese style finishing touch. This place is inside the tea garden, meaning one needs to have the entry to the teagarden before reaching this place. Matcha green tea was of good quality. Arare was a good cruncy snack. Then only other time I had something like this is from Costco. Once in a while they have it in a cover. Udon was vegetarian. Chicken karaage was good as well.

    Ke W.

    My favorite part of this place is really just how insanely authentic they are. Or at least, authentic compared to my trips to Japan. Things were a tad pricey, but hey, we were in the equivalent of a museum gift shop but for delicious Japanese food.. The service is prompt and polite, and the ambiance is absolutely gorgeous. You get sit in a Zen-like teahouse to look out on the perfectly manicured Japanese garden.

    Admissions rate into the Tea Garden
    Lilian W.

    The Teahouse is one of the few decent food spots within Golden Gate Park, located inside the Japanese Tea Garden. When I visited, there was a long line to order, and while there are plenty of tables, seating isn't guaranteed. There is a hidden seating area that some people don't notice, so I recommend having one person find a table while the other waits in line. The ordering process is efficient--you place your order, receive a number, and they bring the food to your table. The service is quick, and tables turn over relatively fast. I tried the popcorn chicken, which was just okay. It lacked flavor, and the chili seasoning wasn't strong enough to enhance the taste. The mochi ice cream was a bit pricey for what it is, but it was served on a beautiful wooden plate. The udon was the highlight of the meal. It was simple but flavorful, with a broth that tasted authentic, similar to what I've had in Japan. I wish I had ordered two bowls. The rice balls were filling but plain, without any filling inside. Everything is outdoors, so on a nice day, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the trees and the garden's gift shop. The prices aren't the cheapest, but they're reasonable given the location. If you're in Golden Gate Park and need a bite, this is a solid choice.

    Dorayaki
    Kumar V.

    A nice cozy place in Japanese Teacher Garden. They have reasonably decent menu which can give you a decent taste of Japan. I tried Doriyaki, vegetable soup and Chicken Karage. Soup was really great, it was my first time trying dorayaki - so still need to form an opinion. Chicken Karage was kind of disappointing - very soggy. I probably should have tried the tea - maybe next time around. But this place is definitely worth sampling.

    Dalina H.

    This Japanese teahouse-style café is tucked inside the San Francisco Botanical Garden--a serene spot to unwind and enjoy a sweet treat. We ordered the matcha tea, matcha cheesecake, and chicken karaage--all of which were delicious. Seating is limited, but we were able to grab a spot once someone left. It's counter service, and while there was a line, it moved quickly.

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    Eva C.

    Such a cute little teahouse inside the Japanese Tea Garden! The line was a bit long when we arrived, but it moved fairly quickly--we waited less than 20 minutes before it was our turn to order. We tried a few different teas: Sencha, Genmaicha, and Iced Green Tea. If you love strong tea flavors, this is the place to go! The teas were exactly what I was hoping for--rich and full of flavor. For snacks, we got the Sweet Soy Sauce Dango, Dorayaki, and Warabimochi. The dango was perfectly chewy, and the warabimochi was so soft and delicious! Everything paired perfectly with the tea. The vibe here is so peaceful. It's a great spot to just sit, admire the beautiful garden scenery, and chat with friends. Definitely a must-visit if you're at the Japanese Tea Garden!

    Dango
    Jenny E.

    Food is always great here for us to enjoy. The lines are always long on weekends but they seat us quickly and try their best. The desserts are always a hit! I recommend the dango. The ambiance of the place feels very relaxing but a bit chilly most of the time.

    Tea and green tea cheese cake.
    Nicole R.

    I really enjoyed the the Teahouse at the tea gardens. It was not overly crowded and there is ample shade to sit on warm days. They have a fun selection of foods and teas to choose from. I chose the Jasmine tea and green tea cheese cake. My husband and I really enjoyed them. I love the cute plates and cups too. The beautiful views of the gardens from the tea house are wonderful and the beautiful wooden furniture you sit on is really cool too. The service people are very helpful and friendly. I look forward to visiting again.

    Udon and green tea cheese cake
    Justin W.

    Great tasting and affordable Japanese food with a spectacular view - the Japanese tea garden (free for SF residents) has a restaurant visitors can eat at after viewing the tea garden grounds - it offers a wide selection of Japanese food for a fairly affordable price - I usually order the udon, green tea, and daifuku/ice cream mochi which have always been hits - service is pretty fast and the seats facing the view usually open up quickly

    Tea for two - sencha, daifuku, mochi ice cream and sesame dango.
    Anh N.

    I absolutely love matcha and so did my friend. So we came here a couple days after my birthday to sit down and relax and enjoy our quality time together here. Absolutely loved how pretty and zen it was. The well balance of drinking tea and eating sweet desserts goes very well together.

    Green Tea cheesecake
    Jason B.

    The Teahouse in the Japanese Tea Garden offered many little bites. Surprisingly, prices were cheap! The sencha had enough green tea for 2 people at under $6!?! I took pictures of all the food ordered. The Udon was really tasty. Chicken Karaage, dorayaki, Green Tea cheesecake. Need I say more?

    Daw M.

    The food is Surprisingly scrumptious here. Love the dangos! Could eat them for days! Udon and karage is standard. The green tea cream cheesecake was very rich. Love the waramochi And the tea options are spot on Definitely worth your time if your here :) Plus the scenery is amazing while you eat your food

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    Food was amazing with a relaxing ambience. Even though it was busy the service was amazing and speedy!

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    Vital Tea Leaf

    Vital Tea Leaf

    4.5(486 reviews)
    3.9 miChinatown
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    If you've seen this spot on social media, just know that it's 100% worth the hype! We stopped by on…read morea weekday afternoon, and it was one of our favorite stops in Chinatown. We came in and enjoyed a complimentary tea tasting along with groups of tourists that appeared to be on a tour. Luckily, no dues paid to enjoy the same experience as a walk-in customer! The tea tasting was offered bar-style, and the woman behind the counter was an exceptional host! She poured several tastings including Green, Blue, and Oolong teas and I learned so much about the tea varietals, their benefits, and even how to properly prepare loose leaf tea. I bought my own loose leaf tea set up to take home and a quarter pound of Cocoa Oolong tea, which I got to sample before buying! Excellent and educational experience.

    Amazing experience at Vital Tea Leaf! Chris, the man behind the counter was incredibly…read moreknowledgeable about every single tea they had! He let us try practically any tea they had available from Lychee green to duck shit tea (not actual poop) :D I learned that I should be rinsing all tea for 20ish seconds to get the bitter out! And steep for 45ish seconds ONLY We ended up loving their blue people oolong and its subtle sweetness! We walked out with 2 quarter pound bags of it AND another quarter bag of genmai cha (roasted rice tea). I thought these would be the perfect gifts for people who already have everything!

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    Vital Tea Leaf - Complimentary tea tasting

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    Maruwu Seicha - mango matcha latte (10/2024)

    Maruwu Seicha

    4.3(700 reviews)
    2.4 miJapantown, Lower Pacific Heights
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    - Menu: tons of options, drinks/baked goods/soft serve -…read moreDrink adjustability: can adjust any drink - Seating: open food hall style seating in Japan Center Mall - Crowd: pretty empty at 10a on a Monday - Parking: parking garage, metered - Water is scarce in the Mall, but restrooms are widely available (albeit old) My Bay Area friend swore Maruwu Seicha is THE place to go for quality matcha. Turns out she was right. I had a matcha latte half sweet, and it was delicious- high quality matcha, not too strong or sweet. We did wait about 10min for our order, service is kind but busy. This is a stand nestled in the middle of the Japan Center Mall, so recommend grabbing a sip here and wandering around. Just heads up that many stores don't allow outside drink.

    Wow this place is good. I stopped by during the first weekend of the Cherry Blossom festival and…read morethe line was long as usual. Surprisingly, I only waited about 10mins to order and another 5-10mins to get my drink. I ordered a Hojicha Latte + Snow Top for myself and Hokkaido Milk Soft Serve for my hubby and baby to share. The Hojicha Latte was delicious, I finished it all in one sitting (which is rare for me). The soft serve was creamy and delicious. Worth the hype IMO,, I'll be stopping by every time we go to Japantown from now on.

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    Maruwu Seicha - Hōjicha Latte Cheese Foam, 1/2 sweet ($6.30)

    Hōjicha Latte Cheese Foam, 1/2 sweet ($6.30)

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    Kiss Of Matcha - Matcha Coconut

    Kiss Of Matcha

    4.3(243 reviews)
    3.9 miNorth Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    Stopped by Kiss of Matcha on Broadway the other day. Honestly wasn't expecting much but it…read moresurprised me. Ordered the double matcha latte. It actually tastes like matcha, not just sweet milk. Strong but smooth, not bitter. You can tell they're using good quality powder. Service was fast and pretty easygoing. No wait when I went. If you're picky about matcha, this place does it right. I'll come back next time I'm in the area.

    This is a really good matcha spot, I love matcha and this place doesn't have the grainy matcha feel…read morethat a lot of other places have when pre batched. The color, magnificent honestly, the dango is good to try for the first time, but I wouldn't get again. As for the lattes, the mango one is pretty good, super mangoey and sweet, so just remember to stir it pretty well before sipping. Strawberry was pretty good, also pretty sweet. The earl grey was my fave, easy to control the sugar level and very fragrant. The earl grey and matcha does not over power each other which I really liked. The soft serve, is suuuper good. It's like a thick matcha icecream, and it's sweet but not too sweet. I would visit this place again if I'm in SF! Service is a bit slow but that's understandable because they're always busy.

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    Kiss Of Matcha - Matcha Marshmallow Latte

    Matcha Marshmallow Latte

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    Matcha Sakura Latte

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    The Center SF - Inside The Center SF: The Bamboo Studio, Tea Lounge, and Parlor

    The Center SF

    4.7(279 reviews)
    2.1 miLower Haight, Hayes Valley
    $$

    I came here at the recommendation of a friend along with a few other people and we got a pot of…read moreturmeric chai to share so we could sit inside and chit chat. They have quite the selection of teas which are pretty fragrant and the menu is helpfully organized based on the level of caffeine in the teas. I thought the tea was decent. I learned that The Center is a space where events and classes are often held, and that there's actually people who live here (presumably upstairs). When I went on a Sunday afternoon, there were quite a few people there to talk or work on their laptops. I admit this place is a bit too "woowoo" for me, but I'm sure for some other people this would be a good fit for their desired atmosphere.

    A lovely third space! The inside is a lot bigger than I was expecting, since the entrance is a…read morelittle hidden down an alleyway. This space feels super homey compared to other cafes as everyone mainly sits on the floor and you also take your shoes off inside. There's a huge selection of teas, and you can get free refills on the pots for as long as you want ($12)! I came on a Sunday afternoon and it got SUPER packed while I was there and pretty loud. I'd recommend coming earlier if you want to snag a table. I saw a lot of people catching up or doing work as well!

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    The Healing Sanctuary Lobby

    The Center SF - The Center SF is located inside the rectory for the former Sacred Heart Church on Fillmore.

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    Urban Ritual - Hojichas N Cream (Soy Milk)

    Urban Ritual

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    2.4 miHayes Valley
    $
    Free WiFi
    Grab-and-go

    One of my favorite boba spots! I've been loyal to Urban Tea Ritual since 2019 and back when they…read morehad their first location in SF. I fell in love with their creative, artisanal drinks right away. The store itself was clean and welcoming. My favorites are the Crème Brûlée Milk Tea and Matcha Toffee. They're both signature drinks and the matcha and toffee balance each other so well. The toffee does get stuck in your teeth, but it adds a nice crunch to your drink. I recommend getting their drinks in either oat or macadamia milk! Their honey boba was fresh with the perfect texture. I don't recommend driving here unless you're okay with parking a few blocks away. I prefer this location over San Jose because their drinks are more consistent. Nowadays, you can order through the self-serve kiosk. Their seasonal drinks are definitely worth trying! There was a Pandan Strawberry Corn milk drink that was pretty refreshing :)

    Came in this place and tried their Boba dessert which was 10 out of 10 #amazing creamy custard…read moremixed with Boba at the bottom topped with a crème brûlée top. Also tried one of their drinks that was corn inspired, which I really loved Also had a crème brûlée Boba drink which was horrible It had zero flavor tasted like water. Hopefully they add some more drinks to their menu because I would love to try more from this place. I know I will be back for that Boba dessert though.

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    KitTea - Noodle (around with unlimited teas)

    KitTea

    4.6(1.1k reviews)
    2.9 miMission
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    10 years in business

    Came here for the Neko Oji-san collaboration, as that's how I learned about the cafe (I love the…read morecomedy short form manga online, check it out!). Parking nearby is horrendous, super busy even on the weekdays before the rush hour so I can't imagine weekends when people are out or other high traffic times. Get ready to make some rounds and pay for parking and be careful since there's very specific signage and times. The cafe itself is cute and cozy. Front area is a gift shop with lots of cat themed gifts and goodies like keychains, stickers, and such, and also some items from local and small artists too, which is neat. The cafe also has community events like movie showings ("The Cat Returns" was one of them which is a great choice) and cat yoga. If you're local, you can also get a time stamp if you are a frequent visitor. Definitely follow their socials for more information. There's reservations online and you can also do walk ins if it's not super busy. You can book for a 55 minute visit or a 30 minute visit. PRO-TIP: There's a discount for students, so if you want to be surrounded by some feline friends while you study or relax, great place to do so. You can hang your coat on the rack and there's a mini shelf area for your shoes. So you gotta walk in with socks! With each visit you can either get a hot cup of tea or a cold can or box drink from their fridge (sparking water, juices, etc.). Very refreshing and you can enjoy it in the cat area too. Sanitize your hands before and after visiting. There's lots of cats hiding around, sleeping, walking around, and some are super friendly and will go into your lap. There's toys you can play with the cats with and there's a wall of adoptable cats. Lots of seats or you can opt to sit on the floor with the cats too. There's relaxing lo-fi music throughout too. Pretty cool that they rescued 2 cats from Qatar and neat that we got to see them. As with all cats, some can be a bit spicy but it's usually just a warning teeth rub. I own cats so there's nothing new. I'm horribly allergic to the cat that specifically lives in my house, but I didn't get an allergy here, meaning that the cats are clean and well taken for. My favorite was a large sleepy orange boy, Ron (permanent non-adoptable resident) that was hanging out next to me the entire time.

    The cats here are so cute!! Theres so many of them and they do not feel stressed at all. We stopped…read moreby a Friday afternoon and opted for the 30min session which I don't remember seeing available as an available option if reserving online. We didn't have any trouble walking in though and we were the only ones inside for most of the time. You get to choose a beverage of your choice from the fridge. They're mostly sparkling waters. We took off our socks and found a table to sit at. Some of the cats came up to greet us when we were sitting. There are also toys available for you to use to play with them. Many of the cats were napping or lounging around but don't mind if you come up to sit next to them and give them pets. There were all types of cats and some of them are actually available for adoption if you happen to fall in love with one!

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    KitTea - I trained them to do my nails on Saturdays. - Ron

    I trained them to do my nails on Saturdays. - Ron

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