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Diana L.

Nice gem located in paseo Nuevo across from the movie theatre. They have an extensive list of teas and lattes made with care. The standard milk choice is oat. I order the hoijicha which is a darker type of matcha. It was smooth and delicious. They have teas for sale as well to take home and prepared. Seating outside available to enjoy your beverage and people watch and they offer to go as well. They were extremely friendly and informative on the different options that they have.

Raspberry matcha latte + black sesame seed latte
Jen D.

My daughters loved their drinks, most especially the matcha. We'll be back for sure! Service was excellent. Our order came out in no time.

Qi elixir
Stephanie O.

Came here to enjoy some tea. Cute little shop and the owners were so nice and helpful. Recommended a delicious matcha elixir. I got their qi matcha elixir. It was so smooth and delicious. They use oat milk; not too sweet and perfect balance of matcha and other healthy additions. The menu includes all the ingredients and I love the combo they did for this elixir. Can't wait to come back and try more!

Bella S.

If you are looking for a Zen-like experience or a relaxing afternoon tea, this the place to head to. The owner was super kind, friendly and hospitable. There limited seating inside, but a good amount of tables outside. Prices are on the higher end, but for the quality of tea you are getting, it's worth the treat. 1. Shen Elixir (5/5) I was surprised to see it's more like a latte type of beverage. It was pleasantly tasty with a strong toasty cinnamon flavor and a subtle a salty note. It's creamy and heartwarming. 2. Matcha cheese cake (5/5): One of the best matcha cheesecakes I have had. "It's how cake should be " - Not too sweet, lightly cheesy, yet creamy. The a strong matcha flavor shines through. You can taste the subtle bitterness, which indicates the quality matcha used. 3. Tearimisu (4.5/5) Another great slice of cake that was not too sweet and it was very moist. The cake and cream used were all very light... it won't give you food coma 4. White tea (5/5) You can tell they use quality tea because of the fragrant floral note that comes through as an aftertaste. They provide the steeped tea leaves in a pot for you to smell the fragrance as you enjoy your tea. This tea is light and cleanses the palate, so it compliments the desserts/cakes well

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Jessica N.

Delicious tea and the staff was very nice. They had a good variety that I haven't seen before like purple tea. They do sell their tea that is on their menu as well. The shop inside is small but they have a great people watching patio outside. However, I could see a lot of customers were looking for a sparkling/refreshing iced tea on a hot day and would walk away to the Pressed Juicery or local boba shop. I think it would be good to offer a few healthy iced teas with some simple syrup and aesthetic photos to attract the casual customer. I hope this tea shop does well and definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing drink.

Amazing customer service, second time here will definitely be coming back!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tenyee W.

Came here in late September on a slightly windy evening, about two hours before dinner. The outdoor teacup and matcha-themed decorations caught our attention, so we decided to give it a try. We had the chocolate, matcha, and turmeric drink, all of them smelled amazing and tasted delicious. The owners were very kind and friendly, and they make the desserts in-house too. They mentioned they went to Uji and sourced matcha directly from there, love it! Such a lovely shop, would visit again next time we're in Santa Barbara!

Purple, sweet potato pie! Amazing.

I was in Santa Barbara for the day, and I am so pleased I stumbled across this absolute gem of a spot -- Wild Tea Leaf Organic Tea House. What an unexpected delight! The highlight of my visit was the purple sweet potato pie. Truly amazing. The flavor was authentic to a classic sweet potato pie, but with a beautiful organic twist that made every bite feel vibrant and wholesome. And that strawberry compote--wow. It was the perfect complement, adding just the right amount of brightness to elevate the entire dessert. You can really taste the care and creativity of the chef in every element. The chef here is nothing short of phenomenal. You can tell there's real passion behind the food, and it shows in both flavor and presentation. If you get the chance to go, you will not be sorry. This place is special, and I'm already looking forward to returning the next time I'm in town.

Blubbery matcha

Great matcha & Ube latte. Service is friendly and located in patio setting at Paso Nuevo.

Mmm matcha latte
Patrick W.

This place was a great experience. I walked in and the music, the presentation, the experience and everything about it was sensational. A man at the front counter greeted us with a vibe of an initiation as though we were about to do something ceremonial or official. He was in a kung fu styled wardrobe and the whole experience of the tea was fantastic as the wind blew vigorously while we drank our hot drinks inside the store. Definitely have to come back again

The best matcha I've ever had !
Mariah A.

Truly is the best matcha ever ! Seen many reviews saying it was the best in Santa Barbara and I honestly thought it was being hyped up but no it definitely lives to the hype ! I've tried many ceremonial matcha places from LA Ventura and Santa Barbara and this place comes in first. The owner was very kind and let us know that he spent a month in Japan searching for the best matcha out there and he definitely found it I had to even get a second one to go ! Aside from the matcha the soups are really savory I got the seasonal vegetable and my boyfriend got the wild miso both had so much flavor and were amazing to top it off this place is organic so very healthy to make things even better ! You truly need to try this place out :)

Japanese purple pie ~ made with UBE
Angela R.

Wild Tea Leaf is an organic tea house serving up the most authentic teas sourced from China, Japan, and Taiwan. Along with tonic herbs and herbal blends from around the world. They also offer ceremonial grade Matcha lattes and medicinal lattes. I opted for the Tumeric Ginger Latte with almond milk. Tumeric is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits, and my body was in need of help to reduce my inflammation. This drink was warm, cozy and perfectly sweetened. I loved it! I also sampled one of the red teas. Which was served by Michael who is one of the owners. I've never experienced tea served the traditional way as they do in Japan. This was quite a lovely experience to watch. In addition to elixirs, herbs and teas, they also serve healthy eats here. Mostly vegan and gluten free meals, but they will be adding seafood eventually. The portions aren't hefty, but they are just enough to nourish your body and leave you feeling satiated. Me & my friend ordered a variety of things on the menu to try out. Everything was flavorful and delicious! I really enjoyed the Wild Farmers Bowl. Made with Farmers Market seasonal roasted vegetables, wild & sticky rice, with a sesame ginger dressing. The Japanese pumpkin soup is a must try! This was rich in flavor, creamy and topped with shaved wild foraged perigord truffles. Chefs kiss good! The Japanese purple pie is made with UBE and topped with I believe a coconut cream. With cacao sauce dolloped on the side. Simple yet tasty! The ambience here is minimalistic, and clean yet inviting. I especially loved the tea bar set up! The cute little tea cups, kettles and tea trays were so beautifully displayed. This place was much needed, and I'm happy to support this indigenous owned tea house. Congratulations Michael & Savannah on your new business! I wish you much success and thank you for being great hosts on my visit.

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Nice staff, really good yummy iced matcha, not bitter. Perfect drink for the SB heat. Cute little shop. Recommend!

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Best service and salad! We loved the Gem & Pink Lady apple salad!! The salad was light, refreshing and delicious!!

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Wild Tea Leaf - tea - Updated June 2026

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