I missed Voila so much. Having a local tea shop is such a blessing. The selection here is unlike any other. Green, black, herbal, they have it all. And everyone is so knowledgeable and helpful. You can pick your ounceage and if you buy 8 or more oz of any tea you get a discount. This is genuinely the best tea shop in Maryland. read more

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Voila is a great place to buy loose tea. They have a great variety of teas and I love their display which makes it easy to find exactly what you are looking for. I like being able to smell the samples and the employees are always so helpful with recommendations. I love to stop in whenever I am in town to buy some of my old faithfuls or try something new. read more

I love this little tea shop! I hadn't been in Frederick in almost 10 years and thankfully voilà is still there! I was home visiting my folks for Thanksgiving . MaryJane sold me one of my first teas - I was primarily a coffee drinker. In the 10 years, I've become somewhat of a tea connoisseur I've really been into black teas with strawberry and my latest procurement is Lady Lemonberry. I decided to write this while attempting to purchase more online. I also purchased a beautiful mug that had orange cats on it that is delightful. Thank you MJ! read more

Coming in, it's a bit of a tourist trap--in particular their tea sets. When I asked about where they come from and how they were made, they asked me if I was a competitor and said that they can't disclose that information. That makes me not trust about where they actually source their teas and teapots. For myself, it's important to know if the teapot I end up using for my tea is of good quality. The pushback I got from just asking is just weird. Very weird. I had already bought the tea that I wanted when I had that interaction. After that, I don't think I'll be coming back. That being said they have reasonably priced tea with their smallest being 2 oz. The black tea that I ended up getting smelled pretty good and is a very mellow brew. read more

Love this loose tea shop. They usually have 2 or 3 pots brewed for sampling. The owners will recommend teas if you know what types or flavors you like. Store's limited hours are difficult, but they will ship phone orders for free once you know what you want. I appreciate their semi regular sales. read more

One of the ladies that work there was very rude. My sister bumped into a pitcher (was just fine) that was on the counter and immediately apologized. The woman was incredibly condescending and mean. I will not support a business that employs people who treat others so poorly. **edited to respond: Just to be clear, we were in there for less than 15 minutes. We didn't offer to pay because the pitcher wasn't damaged. My sister has loved your store and for the past four years we've come to Frederick and stopped to buy tea. I am thoroughly disappointed in your response and hope that in the future you improve your customer service skills. read more

Looking for some great tea? Where this is definitely the place. There are sooo many options to choose from and the owners are super helpful. I love making trips to Voila to get my daily dose of teas! Some of my favorites are "Walnuts around here", "coconut almond kisses" and "Fruity Tutti" read more

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I have been going to Voila since 2015 when I first visited my prospective school, Mount st Mary's. Since then, I have made a habit of visiting Voila every single time I was in town. Years later, the owner still remembers my family and I and each time I visit, it's like coming back home! I cannot recommend this shop enough. Their service is amazing. Their tea variety is incredible and they have so many cute trinkets for tea lovers to enjoy!! Can't wait for my next visit read more

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My favorite place to get loose leaf tea. Magic Kitchen is my absolute favorite tea!! They are always very friendly!

***Update: I received highly inappropriate responses from the business owner, Ms. Clark, who took it to a whole different level by hurling insults, making multiple false accusations, and make it a goal to defame and assassinate my character. I understand that it is the owner's right to defend their business, but Ms. Clark has made her's a personal attack on me. Highly unprofessional! I absolutely love supporting local and small businesses, but nutty/deranged/racist actions & verbiage of online bullying and belittlement, I do not. I fully stand behind my original review. I hope others do not encounter such an experience! P.S. Not all Asians look alike. NO STARS. Bye! #choosekindness #kindnessmatters #betteryourself ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Voila! Tea Shop is owned by Mary Jean Clark and the shop holds different types of loose-leaf tea in various blends. The place itself is small, and the walls have shelves of different canisters of teas with handwritten labels. There are also magnetic containers in which you pull so you can sniff to your heart's desire - however, it seems as if the loose leaf blends in those need some replacing, as they were just manhandled way too much by the public and lost most of its scent and had a mildew-y odor to them. Yikes! If you're curious about a certain tea from the larger canister, you can ask one of the staff members to locate one of the magnetic containers for you to sniff. I personally was not impressed with the place - the variety of tea blends didn't seem to be anything unique or special, compared to the other specialty tea shops in- and outside of Frederick. Also, there didn't seem to be much organization or order in terms of the different types/categories of teas, especially if you wanted to peruse at your own leisure. There were some samplings where they feature 3 flavors, offered in both 'hot' and in 'cold' temperature - I thought that this was a nice added touch, as some prefer their teas warm or cold; also, you are able to notice that the flavors are pronounced differently at certain temperature. There is an area in the back where you can get your chosen 'tea mix' made into a beverage and some baked goods that are delivered by a local bakery for purchasing, but there aren't any seating areas for you to enjoy them. The staff members themselves were also unable to answer questions or offer recommendations, variations, and/or alternatives. I'm glad I was able to check this place out, but would not go back. +underwhelming selections of teas T____T +not-so-helpful staff T____T +some samplings offered (hot and cold) +no seating area to drink your beverage(s) read more

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Just enjoyed the best caramel rooibos purchased earlier today. Thanks for the suggestion to get the new strainer and to add the spearmint green!! I'm so happy at the moment :) read more

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You want tea, this is the place to go. Such a wide variety, and good quality tea. Want a new tea pot, or anything g associated with tea, they have it. Owners are super sweet and they offer free shipping read more

My absolute favorite tea shop! Such a great variety of quality made teas. One of my favorite things to do here is to smell the new teas and to try their sampler. The owners are personable, friendly, and provide great service! I love supporting this small business so much that I am now ordering online since I moved away! I have also bought many gifts here and shared the love of tea with others. read more

The owner, Mary Jean, is friendly and knowledgeable about the teas. A vast varieties and adorable accessories for a fancy tea party! They always have teas to sample and when we are downtown it's a must for us to visit. We Never leave empty handed! read more

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Lots of variety in all types of tea. They allow you to smell small samples before you burchase. They have a huge assortment of tea ware and tea accessories. read more

Awesome service and recommendations! I was able to choose tea based on my taste and blending!

A variety of loose teas that are freshly made. A woman named Anne waited on us and explained the process of making tea. There are beautiful fine china tea cups and more modern cups that infuse the tea and deliver it directly into the tea cup. I really liked the vanilla lemon tea. They also serve scones and cookies. The turtle scone we bought was scrumptious and delicious. The staff was nice, but did not allow us to take pictures inside the shop. I would love to go back and get some tea and more of those delicious scones. Thanks Anne for the tour and information. read more

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I love tea. And so I love this tea shop. What a wonderful addition to Downtown Frederick's "High Street". When you walk in it can all be a bit overwhelming at first, but you will be immediately calmed by the soothing sounds of classic French artists singing sultry tunes. The owner is very nice and very helpful. She can help you find whatever you're looking for. She can even help you find what you're not looking for... I highly suggest sampling the teas brewing in the front of the store. This is a great place to go to if you are looking for unique and flavorful teas for yourself or to give as a gift. read more

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What brings people to Voila other than the snappy name? The friendly and readily available help who take ample time to explain everything and anything you'd like to know about tea. The reasonable prices are the cherry on top and the wide selection, design of store, and general #FrederickQuaintness, earns Voila 5 stars. 3 tea samples at the front are served in fully glass tea pots set over "tea" lights (no pun intended) are changed out readily. Some of the tea is a benefit for a community member who went through tragedy. I can't remember the exact name, but they have a whole line designed to raise support for the charity. What more could you want out of a tea shop, I dare to ask. read more

Oooooohhhhh, ahhhhh.. Voila is so very delicious. I LOVE their teas and can't wait to try more. Their blends are unique and top quality. It's worth every penny. Excellent place to grab a gift for a tea lover. Amazing service too. In the heart of downtown Frederick with lots of off-street parking. Bonus: Save the tins & bring back for refill - they'll give you a nice discount. read more

This shop is beautiful!! Great location!! The minute you walk in the scents are amazingly pleasant! The staff was very nice and the owner was amazing! The wide range of tea and merchandise was executed very nicely! They really set the bar high with the variety of products! Hope the competition learns from this company! If your not sure how to make iced tea - google it! read more

This place is awesome. The owner and staff were extremely polite, knowledgeable and helpful. Their selection was diverse and quality. My wife has been here a number of times but this is my first. I will be back. Furthermore, I read through all the reviews and really appreciate how the owner defends herself and her business against negative reviews. Some people are insatiable and ruthless and she doesn't seem to put up with it. Polite but negative reviews are responded to with professionalism. I dig this place. Keep up the good work. read more

I love the Voila signature tea so much that I bought a pound bag of it for myself. I realize that this is going to last a long time because under doctor's orders, I'm only allowed one cup of caffeinated tea per day. But, the smell of this tea both dry and brewed is so intoxicating that it really makes that little hour I have for myself every morning my favorite part of my day.From opening the sealed canister to the empty cup of the tea I've finished, the scents are nirvana. I don't sweeten it or add anything to it, just by itself it's amazing. The shop is great, it's a lovely world-class experience, not unlike an old fashioned apothecary shop. I would imagine that 100 years ago, if Voila had existed then, it would have looked and felt much the same. It gives you that feeling of Frederick's history and charm, in one little iconic shop. You can try teas, and browse a wonderful assortment of tea making supplies. MaryJean is very nice and very knowledgeable about tea. She puts together these blends from her travels and offers them to us. You can really feel the love she has for this craft. I'm a person that just doesn't like coffee, so I feel blessed to have a shop right in my own town that I can bond with to take me beyond the old wasteful and unremarkable teabag experience to something this elevated and special with delicious loose teas. Now to see if she has the Voila flavor in a decaf version, because I'd drink it all day long. If she doesn't, I know she'll recommend something I'd love almost as much. Since the pandemic, the shop is set up mostly as a distribution location, because it's small and not conducive to social distancing if it gets crowded. But fear not, you can still go in and sample things if you don't know what to get. I do regret that they no longer use those little metal cans, but that's an easy workaround. I ordered the pound of the Voila blend I did buy online. That was probably the fastest delivery I ever received. I had my tea in one day! I think that was just timing, but man, I was impressed! That's because MJ and I worked via email to get the order just right. So, even though I only live about ten minutes away from the shop, I didn't have to stop my day and go downtown and pay for parking. I would give this place ten stars if I could. read more

Went in to purchase Christmas gifts last month and ended up leaving with tea and a turtle scone for myself. Oops! Seriously though, I've been a handful of times and always had a pleasant experience. The whole shop smells amazing when you walk in, and they provide tasty samples of tea. The last time I was there I really wanted a caffeine free version of one of the teas they were promoting, and even though it was busy two staff members helped find something similar for me. Great experience! read more

This is absolutely one of our favorite places in Frederick. I actually started going here when I would visit my husband before moving to Frederick myself. I fell in love with their teas and now have quite a collection(my husband helps, he has quite a few of his own as well hah). The owner and her SO are both very friendly and have wonderful suggestions if you're looking for new teas. On top of having an amazing tea collection, I was so excited to see that they are showcasing local potters!!! You can buy local cups, pots, and tea infusers and not only support a local business in Voila, but also local artists. That's something I love to see and love to support! So if you like tea- you'll find it here. And if you like supporting local businesses that also support local artists, you'll find those here too. Win-win! read more

First things first: this is a tea shop where you go to buy loose leaf tea. This is not a tea house. On to my personal impressions. I'm an avid tea drinker. Lets get that straight. I don't mean the berry flavored, frou frou that's so popular. I'm talking real tea. Lapsang Souchong, black and orange pekoe, Irish, English jet black teas. Herbal teas sometimes, but we actually still have high tea at our house. Until I stumbled upon this tiny shop, I had to drive one hour to Salamander's in Middleburg, Virginia to get real tea. Here's the scoop. Bulk bins of loose leaf on the wall - don't mess with these as they are kept tightly closed to keep the leaves fresh. Both side walls have sections with metallic strips. On these strips are two ounce metal containers of tea leaves for your smelling pleasure. Simply choose which ones you like, tell the attendant, and they will get the tea from the bulk containers for you. After you've finished your container, you can return it for a refill. Good deal! Here's where it's not so good. In the true sense of the word "tea," (including all black, white, and green) there are roughly twenty. In the "I'm trying to learn to like tea" version, there are roughly fifty or so. Granted, some of the herbal blends are great. I just can't get past the idea of chocolate caramel tea. It's not tea! It's not a bad thing for people who like those flavors but I expected many more exotic dark real tea blends. Lets give equal amount of choices. Before anybody gets their knickers all bound up, I understand a lot of people enjoy those highly flavored concoctions steeped in boiling water and then called tea. I'm just not one of them. I'm a purist with food and drink. Now, if you can't do caffeine you'll very happy to know that they have several versions that contain absolutely no caffeine. Herbal teas and herbal blends. Snaps for this! Also, if you're new to the concept of tea, they sell the necessary accoutrements such as trays, pot, strainers, etc. I bought four different teas on my first trip. One being white pearls which are tiny buds of the plant for perfect white tea. I also bought "sock it to me" a nice dark blend of Assam, Qu-Hao, and two golden leaf teas. I'll be returning many times I'm sure. read more

I've had Voila tea before on many occasions but have never had the pleasure of stopping in to the store. We were in Frederick on Sunday for brunch and stopped in for a visit. It is a small store that is packed with every tea and accessory imaginable. Everyone was very accommodating and boy do they know their tea! I explained my likes and dislikes and went with the recommendation given - Hot & Spicy Black Tea. It's my new favorite! Thanks Mike and Joanne for your expertise and hospitality! read more

Aside from the owner who definitely knows her stuff, no one that works here seems to actually know anything about tea. They're sweet and cheery, but don't ask any complicated questions or you will be met with blank stares. I was looking for an Earl Grey tea and the girl helping me showed me their classic one. I responded with, "It's a little strong. Do you have any Earl Greys with a little less bergamot?" She looked at me as though I had asked her to translate the Magna Carta into Spanish with a quill on parchment. Earl Grey is LITERALLY defined as black tea enhanced with bergamot (orange) oils, so to work in a tea shop and not know what I was referencing shows a serious lack of knowledge about your product. If you don't know the basics, you're never going to sell me on your chocolate caramel nonsense. The prices are ok, but the teas themselves aren't spectacular. The tins they come in don't have tight fitting lids, so unless you get a bag, there's a chance your tin will open and spill everywhere. They're definitely one step up from Teavana, but I'm going to continue to patron Tealuxe of Boston's online store. read more

We've gone back to Voila a number of times - pretty much any time we're in/near Frederick. I have come to realize that the owner's actually very knowledgeable about her products. Even though the emphasis seems to be on flavored teas, there are gems to be found in amongst the classic leaf as well. First, they're one of the few retail stores I've known in the area to regularly carry Jin Xuan (milk oolong), which is a fantastic semi-roasted green tea that brews up with a buttery aroma and creamy flavor on the palate. I've also bought a very nice unsmoked Russian Caravan blend there that was a regular in rotation until the tin was empty. Today, I stopped in to ask about some Assam, since I've been looking to replace an "old friend" that wasn't imported to the states for almost five years. While they didn't have what I was looking for, the owner did brew me up a sample cup of a different estate's leaf which I found I enjoyed as well. So, I ended up bringing home a 1/4 lb. of that. So, yeah the prices are a little higher. But the service and attention to detail have been excellent, and I've come to the conclusion that it makes up for the couple of dollars more per purchase. If you want to explore the possibilities of tea, you'd be in better hands here than at, say, Teavana. Voila cares about the tea, not just about your cash. Oh - quick tip. Not all of the unflavored tea varietals they stock are in sample tins on the magnet boards. If you can't find what you want, ask. Or if you like one of the samples, ask what else they have that's similar. read more

This place has GREAT tea. The only reason I don't come here more often is because there isn't seating. Otherwise I would be in here all the time because their teas are so good. I buy a lot of containers of tea here and they have a refill deal if you bring back your container. read more

Awesome selection of loose leaf teas and tea accessories. The staff is incredibly knowledgable and very good at recommending tea varieties based on vague descriptions of what you (the customer) have a taste for! Another neat feature of this store is that they offer hot (or iced) tea by the cup. This has helped my wife and I on several occassions find new teas that we like, and new teas we did not like, without having to purchase an entire tin of said tea. Again, the staff is great. The owner and her boyfriend are super friendly and the young girls they have working are very sweet. They know their tea here. read more

What a wonderful find! Mary Jean and her staff are so knowledgeable of their products. I had no idea what I was looking for and could only describe what liked by spices I had enjoyed in the past. I walked away with 3 wonderful purchases. I can't wait to share with my friends and family. This shop is a must for anyone who loves tea, or knows someone who appreciates a wonderful tea! If you're visiting Frederick - don't miss out on the opportunity to visit this amazing shop. If you're a local - this is a perfect place for all your Tea drinking needs! Snacks, pastries and gifts can also be found here. Don't miss out! read more

I love coming here for tea. It's all loose leaf and if you bring back in your tin, you get a small discount. There is a huge variety of more flavors than you can dream of! This is the perfect place for any tea loving friend of family member. There is not only tea; there are tea pot and cups, tea sets, tumbler mugs, tea accessories, and more for sale. read more

I have been going here for years I love to get their black teas. My daughter likes the floral teas. Great place - I love to go there and browse, buy my tins of tea then buy a hot or cold tea for my walk about Market Street. read more

This is a wonderful little shop. They've got a great selection of loose teas & the owner is very knowledgeable & kind. They've got everything you need for yourself or a gift. Try the tea-infused chocolate! read more

ADDENDUM: Notice the "Business Owner" wrote a long and windy response that can only be perceived as internet bullying. And if you peruse other Yelp reviews you will find at least one other nasty response to an honest opinion from one of their customers. Constructive criticism is a good way to improve your service and attract more sales, my dear "Business Owner". Fortunately we live near our nation's Capital, where Teas are easily available over the internet, and shipping is free past a $50 purchase. I feel that Yelp should police such nasty posts as the ones from Voila in Frederick's "Business Owner". Viola is a small shop in the very center of Frederick City that sells loose tea and a few related tea brewing items, like strainers and cups. Occasionally there are free tea tastings. My wife and I are tea aficionados and have shopped there a few times and have always been disappointed by the poor quality of the teas and the very high prices. The tea is almost always stale - musty and old tasting. Choices are limited to approximately 100 black or green blends for the most part. Service has always been slow, considering there are usually few customers in the cramped little store area. We no longer shop at Viola since discovering a much better supplier of fresh teas of all types at Thank you. read more

This place has my business for the rest of my time in Frederick. I bought an in-mug infuser and when I got home and opened it, the infuser was dinged up and had questionable particles in the mesh. I walked back and explained this to one of the employees and I was directed to the front where the owner was very apologetic and understanding and found one that was better. She was genuine and clearly focused on pleasing the customer--something I rarely see in businesses. The icing on the cake is the MATCHA TO GO!!!!! I stopped in today and ordered a small cup of matcha... Boy oh boy, it's damn good. Amazing flavor, no bitterness, it tasted so much better than the Ito-En matcha I have currently. I'm very impressed and excited about their selection of sencha and other Japanese teas as well... I looked through them and they have hoji-cha, bancha, many flavored senchas... And the gentleman helping me knew so much about them all, down to antioxidant content, flavor profile, fermenting process... So impressed. Selection, quality, knowledgeable and genuine service...This is a place you want to come back to all the time. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! read more

The owner has a wealth of knowledge. Even if you don't know that much she will point you in the right direction. Need Christmas gifts? Local artist made mugs she carries are the perfect compliment to your tea purchase. read more

This is a family owned shop and the owners are incredibly warm, loving & family oriented. I had never been before and called them to ask about their tea (didn't want to go because of Covid) I spent probably 10 min talking to them about all their tea and hearing stories about it which was awesome. They're super passionate about tea and conscious of their sourcing. I'm currently sipping on some poached pear! read more

If you want to get your Tea on this is the place to do it. For a small shop they have a huge selection of tea's. There are little magnetic containers on the wall you can take off to smell the different teas. The owners are very friendly and welcoming as well. read more