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Argentina

Le Dôme at Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires [Tea room]
Posadas 1086/88, Buenos Aires; 54-11-4321-1200
* French/Continental style hotel lounge serving traditional English style tea.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served daily, 4 to 6.30pm. 3F Updated 2/09

L'Orangerie Restaurant at Alvear Palace Hotel [Tea room]
Avenida Alvear 1891, Buenos Aires; 54-11-4808-2949
* French/Continental hotel tea room in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served daily 4 to 7pm. Reservations recommended. 3F< Updated 2/09

Richmond Cafe [Tea room]
Calle Florida 468, Buenos Aires; 54-11-4322-1341
* Traditional British style in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
Tea served daily 5 to 10pm. 2/09

Sofitel Buenos Aires [Tea room]
Arroyo 841-849, Capital Federal, Buenos Aires; 54-11-413-10001
* French/Continental style hotel restaurant/cafe.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Internet access.
Tea available all day in Cafe Arroyo; reservations suggested for afternoon tea. 8/08 2/09  
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Armenia

Ancient Herbals [Tea room and merchant]
House 69, v. Odzun, Lori region; +37491-207957
Open summers only.
* Located at an art gallery in the city downtown near Marriott Hotel.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Private tea parties only; no regular hours for tea service.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or teacup.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Internet access.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 11.30am to 6pm. Four-day advance reservations required for tea service. 
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Australia

Café Essen [Tea room]
6 Garema Arcade, Canberra, ACT; 02 6248 9300
* Bistro style.
* Located in the city downtown. 
* A good cuppa any time.
Two dozen types of teas. 10/06

Coffs Harbour Butterfly House and Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Stroud Road and Pacific Highway, Bonville, New South Wales
Fully enclosed greenhouse featuring all-weather live butterfly display. Wander amongst hundreds of butterflies. Orientation talk and information sheet. Set in five acres surrounded by 25 scenic rural acres. Tea rooms offer morning and afternoon teas. Open daily: May to September, 9.30am to 3.30pm; October to April, 9am to 4.30pm. April 2003

Old Bluestone Cafe and Gifts [Tea room]
324 Learmonth Street, Buninyong, New South Wales; 5341 8166
* Afternoon tea.
2/09

The Victoria Room [Tea room]
235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, New South Wales; 02 9357 4488
* British Colonial style restaurant.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Tea served Saturday 12noon to 5pm; Sunday 1 to 5pm. Reservations recommended. 9/09

Camelot Lavendar Farm [Tea room]
1312 Dungog Road, Wallarodda Via, Dungog, New South Wales; 0249 95 6166
Traditional Devonshire teas, plus Lavender cones, served Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 4.30pm. April 2003

Spiritus Mundi [Tea merchant]
150 Sydney Road, Fairlight, New South Wales; 61 2 9949 7985
* Tea merchant offering samples of prepared tea.
* Located in a gift shop in a shopping "village" or "village shops."
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Friday 10.30am to 5.30pm. Saturday 9am to 5pm. (by owner) /

Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa [Tea room]
Katoomba, New South Wales; 61 2 4780 1200
* Traditional English style in a resort hotel lounge near Echo Point.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily in The Lounge. Reservations suggested. 9/08

Bygone Beautys [Tea room]
Corner of Grose & Megalong Streets, Leura, New South Wales; 61 2 4784 3117
* Old World style at a resort village in the Blue Mountains.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
Tea served daily; menu surcharge on Sundays and holidays. Guest cottages, antiques shop, and exhibit of private collection of over 3,000 modern and vintage teapots. 3/09

Corianders Tea House & Herb Gardens [Tea room]
1073 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, New South Wales
Over twenty different teas. Open Friday and Monday, 10am to 4pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm. April 2003

Tea Lovers & Coffee for Others [Tea room and merchant]
137 Swan Street, Morpeth, New South Wales; 02 4934 6616
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or teacup.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Outdoor seating.
Open weekdays 10am to 4pm; weekends 9am to 5pm. Teapots and accessories. / 

The Tearoom Gunners' Barracks [Tea room]
Suakin Drive, Georges Heights, Mosman, New South Wales; 02 8962 5900
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please! 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Private parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Wednesday through Sunday from 11am. Morning teas; afternoon tea with or without wine or champagne. Or order à la carte. / 

Bodhi Garden [Tea room and merchant]
341 Summer Street, Orange, New South Wales; 02 6360 4478
* A good cuppa any time. 
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
Asian vegetarian restaurant. Tea accessories. 9/08

Zensation Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
656 Bourke Street, Redfern, NSW; 02-9319-2788
* Japanese/Taiwanese style tea bar at a home decor shop.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 6pm. 1/08 2/09

Four Seasons Hotel [Tea room]
199 George Street, Sydney NSW; 02-9238-0000
Full traditional afternoon tea is served every day in The Bar, offering a selection of sandwiches, scones and an extensive choice of tea. 3H

Live Crafts Centre [Tea merchant]
84 Dixon Street, Sydney NSW; 02-9281-2828
* Located at a crafts shop in Chinatown.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings.
Specializing in China teas. 2/8

The Loft [Tea room]
13 Lime Street, Sydney NSW; 02-9281-2828
* Tea lounge at a cocktail lounge in a waterfront location.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
Tea served Saturday and Sunday 12noon to 3pm. Reservations recommended. 9/09

The Observatory Hotel [Tea room]
89-113 Kent Street, Sydney NSW; 61 2 9256 2222
* French/Continental style resort hotel restaurant/bar.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, theme teas.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Tea classes/workshops.
* Private tea parties.
* Gift certificates.
Tea served in Globe Bar weekdays 2.30 to 5pm and weekends 2 to 4.30pm. Reservations recommended. 8/09 

Sir Stamford [Tea room]
Circular Quay, 93 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW; 61 2 9252 4600
* Traditional English style hotel restaurant.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Private tea parties.
* Gift certificates.
Tea served daily 1 to 5pm. Reservations recommended. 9/09 

The Tea Centre of Sydney [Tea room and merchant]
The Glasshouse Shopping Centre, 146 Pitt Street Mall, Sydney NSW; 02-9223-9909
Sydney's oldest tea shop offering over 170 different teas. Try any of the teas in the tea room with sandwiches, cakes, cookies, and iced tea. Specialties are Sydney Special Blend and Japanese Lime. Open Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturday 10am to 5pm. (by Joakim Torstensson) January 2002

The Tearoom [Tea room]
Queen Victoria Building, Level 3, 455 George Street, Sydney NSW; 02-9269-0774
* Art Deco style located in a historic or landmark building in the city downtown.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please! 
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Barrier-free.
* Private parties outside regular hours.
* Credit cards.
Open Sunday through Friday 11am to 5pm; Saturday to 3pm. Morning teas; afternoon tea with or without wine or champagne. Or order à la carte. Reservations recommended. April 2001 P /

The Victoria Room [Tea room]
235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales; 61 2 9357 4488
* British colonial style restaurant. 
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Tea served Saturday 12noon to 5pm, Sunday 1 to 5pm. Reservations strongly recommended. 8/09

Gillian Middlebrook [Tea room]
The Tweed, New South Wales; 0405 516 367
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building. 
* Dress casual but neat.
* Private tea parties only; no scheduled tea service.
* Private tea partes for adults and children.
* Off-site catering.
Teas served in a private home. Call for location. 6/10

Tea Rooms at the Old Ghan [Tea room]
Norris Bell Avenue, McDonnell Siding, Alice Springs, Northern Territory; 61-08-8955-5047
Morning and afternoon teas. Take tea in the outdoor garden, weather permitting. Open daily (except Christmas day) 9am to 5pm. January 2003

The Stockyard Gallery [Tea room]
9 Roper Terrace, Mataranka, Northern Territory
Devonshire teas served in the shady tea garden daily, 8am to 5pm. April 2003

Celtic Tearoom of Maleny [Tea room]
9 Mountain View Road, Maleny, Brisbane, Queensland; 61-7-54999426
Cairncross Park Lookout. Celtic theme with "Olde World" atmosphere inside with log fire in winter. Sunny garden with rainforest backdrop. Cream teas served with clotted cream a specialty. Sunday Celtic music and regular concerts. 3F

Emporium Hotel [Tea room]
1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland; 61 7 
3253 6906
* Old World style hotel lounge.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Private tea parties; seats 60.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Credit cards.
Tea served daily in the Cocktail Bar. Reservations required. 11/09 

High Societea Teahouse, Brisbane, Queensland
Closed 2/10

The Sofitel Brisbane [Tea room]
249 Turbot Street, Brisbane, Queensland; 61-7-383-53535
* French/continental style.
* Hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Live music.
* Credit cards.
Tea served in Sofi's Lounge. Tea and chocolates available any time. Afternoon tea Friday through Sunday, 2.30 to 5pm. Reservations suggested. !

The Cupcake Teahouse [Tea room]
Burnett Street, Buderim, Queensland
* Bistro style at a bakery.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
Open Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 4pm. Reservations suggested for afternoon tea. 6/08

Riverbend Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
193 Oxford Street, Bulimba, Queensland; 61 7 3899 6788
* Bookshop cafe: Sip and read.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
Open Sunday through Tuesday 8am to 5pm; Wednesday through Saturday 8am to "late." Reservations accepted. 9/08

Jonathan M Patisserie [Tea room]
David Low Way, Coolum Beach, Queensland; 61 7 5446 5820
* Old World style bakery cafe located on the Sunshine Coast.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products..
* Credit cards.
Open daily; reservations recommended. 10/08

Bean to Tea [Tea room and merchant]
Shop 7 The Rovera Plaza, 23 Cotton Tree Pde., Cotton Tree, Queensland; 07 544 38822
* Art Deco style at a gourmet food shop.
* Located in town commercial district near Cotton Tree.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot, teacup, or gaiwan.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Bubble tea.
* Fair Trade products.
* Tea tastings.
* Private tea parties for adults and children.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 9am to 1pm. (by owner) 11/6 

Amytis Gardens [Tea room]
51 Malone Road, Kiels Mountain, Queensland; 07-5450-0115
* Traditional English style at a spa or health club in a rainforest area near Brisbane.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Private tea parties during regular and extended hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
Tea served Wednesday through Saturday 2 to 4pm. Reservations recommended. 10/08

Madhatters Tea & Gifts [Tea room and merchant]
19 Caloundra Street, Landsborough, Queensland; 07-5439-9555
* Old World style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at a gourmet food shop 5 minutes from Australia Zoo.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or take-out cup.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours; seats 120.
* Off-site catering.
* We love Red Hatters!
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open daily. Reservations for afternoon tea. (by fshealey, owner) 6/08 

Lyn's Place [Tea room]
66 Jessica Boulevard, Minyama, Queensland; 07-5450-0115
* Traditional English style in Kawana Waters on the Sunshine Coast.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, theme teas.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
Tea served Tuesday through Sunday 12noon to 4pm. Reservations recommended. 10/08

Jonathan M Patisserie [Tea room]
2/12 Seaview Terrace, Moffat Beach, Queensland; 61 7 5499 6686
* Old World style bakery cafe located on the Sunshine Coast.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* Credit cards.
Open daily; reservations recommended. 10/08

The Old Teahouse Gallery & Cafe [Tea room and merchant]
7 Johns Road, Mudgeeraba, Queensland; 07 5525 3053
* Old World style located in an historic or landmark building on The Gold Coast.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Friday through Sunday and public holidays. 8/09

Bella Rosa's Tearooms, Cottage and Garden Centre [Tea room and merchant]
357 Granite Belt Drive, Thulimbah, The Granite Belt, Queensland; 617-468-52-367
* Cottage style at an antiques store.
* Located in a rural area near The Big Apple.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Take-out available.
* Barrier-free.
* Private tea parties during regular and extended hours; seats 44.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 6am to 7pm. Reservations accepted. (by Natalie Burton, webmaster) 4/08

Dimities Cottage Restaurant and Tea Gardens [Tea room]
49 Haly Street, Wondai, Queensland; 074168 5744
Devonshire Teas on the verandah overlooking the gardens. Country style gift shop. Open 9am to 5pm daily; closed Anzac Day and other public holidays. 04/03

Pommes Teashop [Tea room and merchant]
Wynnum Shopping Centre
89 Bay Terrace, Wynnum, Queensland; 07 3396 8299
* Traditional English style.
* Located in a suburban area 20 km from Brisbane Airport.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties for adults during and outside regular hours.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* On-site parking.
Open Monday and Tuesday 8am to 5pm; Wednesday through Friday 8am to 6pm; Saturday 8am to 4pm; Sunday 11am to 3pm. Closed the last Sunday of each month and some public holidays.  (by Ashley Bywater, owner) <
Reviews of this tea room.

Hyatt Regency Adelaide [Tea room]
North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia; 61 8 8231 1234
Atrium Lounge on the Lobby Level serves traditional afternoon tea daily from 2.30pm, in an elegant, relaxing atmosphere. 3H

The Perfect Cup [Tea room and merchant]
Victoria Square Arcade, Adelaide Central Market, Adelaide, South Australia; 61 8 8231 1932
Open daily except Sunday, 7.30am to 5.30pm. Wide selection of teas served and for sale, with a small selection of baked goods to accompany your cuppa. Teapots and accessories. 3L

Scholars Restaurant [Tea room]
Days Road, Regency Park, Adelaide, South Australia; 61 8 8348 4348
One of two training restaurants at the Regency Institute of TAFE -- the South Australian home of the International Cordon Bleu School of Cookery. Student chefs and waiters present the meals as part of their studies. A very popular afternoon tea is served infrequently; call for schedule. Open Tuesday through Friday, 12noon to 2pm. 3L

T bar purveyors of Tea [Tea room and merchant]
15LG, 100 Rundle Mall, Adelaide, South Australia; 61 8 8410 0034
* Tea lounge or tea bar.
* Located in a cultural or historic venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, chai, tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Thursday, 8am to 6pm; weekends to 5pm. (by Peggy, Owner) *

West Lakes Princess Cruise Boats [Tea room]
Brebner Drive, Adelaide, South Australia; 0882423933
Devonshire Tea included with cruise. 1-1/4 hour scenic cruises. December to May, Wednesdays and Sundays at 2pm. September to December, Sundays only. April 2003

Maison Blue and Cupcake Boutique [Tea room]
1 Little Road, Aldinga, South Australia; (08) 8557 7930
* Frilly and feminine style at a B&B or inn.
* Afternoon tea.
Tea served Friday through Sunday. 3/09 

Muggleton's General Store [Tea room]
Hahndorf, South Australia
Tea and scones or afternoon tea. 3L 

Penny Farthing Coffee and Crafts [Tea room]
15 Heritage Street, Keith, South Australia
Morning and afternoon teas, offering freshly brewed teas and homemade goodies. Open Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm; Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays, 10.30am to 4.30pm. Closed Christmas and Boxing Day. April 2003 

Carrick Hill [Tea room]
Carrick Hill Drive, Springfield, South Australia; 61 8 8379 3886
Elizabethan mansion and English gardens; Devonshire tea served at the coffee shop. 3L

Ellendale Market [Tea room]
Ellendale Hall, Ellendale, Tasmania
Craft, flower, and produce market serving Devonshire teas. Open first Sunday of each month only, 9am to 2pm. April 2003

Chado - The Way of Tea [Tea room and merchant]
134 Elizabeth Street, Hobart, Tasmania; 61 3 6231 6411
* Tea lounge/tea bar located in the city downtown.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Tea tastings/flights; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours; seats 50.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm; Saturday 11am to 5pm; closed public holidays. Reservations accepted. (by vkulasekera, owner) 4/09 

Lake Pavillion [Tea room]
Botanic Gardens, Ballarat, Victoria; 03 5334 1811
On Lake Wendouree. Scones, cakes, teas. 12/00

Calmer Sutra Teahouse [Tea room and merchant]
622 Hawthorn Road, Brighton East, Victoria; 03 9596 8460
* Bistro style vegetarian/vegan restaurant.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian and gluten-free menu choices.
Open Tuesday through Friday 8.30am t 4pm; Saturday 8.30am to 3pm. Specializing in chai. 6/10

Old Gold Bank [Tea room]
Albert Street, Creswick, Victoria; 5345 2291
Old Gold Coffee Shop offers Devonshire teas. Log fire in season. December 2000

Dolls at the Mount -- Tea Rooms and Doll Museum [Tea room]
54 Mount Street, Heidelberg, Victoria; 613-9-457-3356
Morning and afternoon teas, high teas, and Devonshire teas. (by dolls @planet.net.au) 11/01

Tartine [Tea room]
1035 High Street, Armadale, Melbourne, Victoria; 61 3 9822 8849
Open weekdays 8am to 6pm; weekends 9am to 4pm. Tea and cakes available any time. L

Gray & Seddon Premium Tea Merchants [Tea merchant]
173 Centre Road, Bentleigh, Melbourne, Victoria; 61 3 9557 1906
Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10am to 2.30pm; other times by arrangement. Full leaf Chinese and Japanese teas including certified organic black, green, oolong, pu'er, scented teas, and tisanes (herbal teas) grown in Tasmania. Teapots, tea caddies, tea accessories, handmade Yixing teapots, and fine Mikawachi porcelains. (by david @gray-seddon-tea.com) Updated October 2001

The Beanery [Tea room and merchant]
67-69 Church Street, Brighton, Melbourne, Victoria; 61 3 9592 8666
Open weekdays 8.30am to 5.30pm; Saturdays to 3pm. Coffeehouse also serves morning and afternoon teas, and offers a good selection of teas and some accessories for sale. L

Tea Too (T2) [Tea room and merchant]
139B Chadstone Shopping Centre, Chadstone, Melbourne, Victoria; 613 9530 4105
Teas served and sold. Branch of Tea Too (T2) in Fitzroy (see below) also features a tea bar. Open daily, 10am to 6pm. 3H

Tea Too (T2) [Tea merchant]
340 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, Melbourne, Victoria; 613 9417 3722
Wide selection of teas, both standard and flavoured, and herbal infusions. Teapots, teacups, accessories. Open daily, 10am to 6pm. 3H

Park Hyatt Melbourne [Tea room]
1 Parliament Square, Melbourne, Victoria; 613 9224 1234
Tea Lounge serves afternoon tea featuring fine estate leaf teas and stunning views of Trilogy Gardens and the hotel's Lobby. 3H

The Windsor Hotel [Tea room]
111 Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria; 61-3 9633 6004
* French/Continental style hotel restaurant/tea room.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in the city downtown across from Parliament.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Private tea parties.
Traditional afternoon tea since 1883 in the One Eleven Spring Street restaurant. Served Monday through Friday 3 to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday to 5pm. Reservations essential. Morning tea served daily. Special Chocolate and Ice Cream teas served seasonally. 3H  Updated (by Jennifer Patrick) M Updated 5/08
Reviews of this tea room.

AY Oriental Tea House [Tea room]
455 Chapel Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria; 03-9824-0128
* Chinese style.
* Loose leaf tea.
Chinese restaurant with separate tea service. @

JustMake Taiwan Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Shop 3, 180 Russell Street, Melbourne, Victoria; 03-9654-5088
* Loose leaf teas.
* Bubble tea, other tea beverages.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings. 
Specializing in oolong teas. 2/7 

Erinae Lavender Farm [Tea room]
Porter Lane, Strzelecki Highway, Mirboo North, Victoria; 03-5668-1834
Morning and afternoon teas. Closed end of May through end of September. Call for days/hours open from September through May. August 2002

Woodman Estate [Tea room]
136 Graydens Road, Moorooduc, Victoria; 613-5978-8455
* Hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea.
* Private parties.
Traditional English afternoon tea served Sundays from 3pm. Reservations are essential. Located an hour south of Melbourne. !

The Green Grocer [Tea room and merchant]
217 St. Georges Road; North Fitzroy, Victoria; 9489-1747
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Shop open weekdays 9am to 7pm; weekends to 6pm. Café open weekdays 9am to 5pm; weekends to 6pm. `

Ranges at Olinda [Tea room]
5 Main Street, Olinda, Victoria; 03 9751 2133
Morning and afternoon teas served daily. L

AY Tea Shop [Tea merchant]
256 Chapel Street, Prahan, Victoria; 61 3 9510 9250
Specializing in Chinese herbal medicines and a variety of flavoured teas. Taste before you buy. Teapots, teacups, accessories. Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 6pm. L

Miss Marple's Tea Rooms [Tea room]
382 Mt. Dandenong-Tourist Road, Sassafras, Victoria; 03-9755-1610
* English cottage style.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
Open daily 11am to 4.30pm including public holidays. No reservations accepted. Gallery of Miss Marple memorabilia. `

Tea Corporation Australia [Tea room and merchant]
22-28 Boundary Street, South Melbourne, Victoria; 61 3 9699 8500
* American style restaurant located in a strip mall.
* Good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or teacup.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Retail outlet at receiving and distribution warehouse. Open Monday through Friday. (by Barbara Harper, owner) + 

Goona Warra Vineyard [Tea room]
Sunbury Road, Sunbury, Victoria; 61 3 9740 7766
Afternoon tea served on Sundays. Reservations recommended. L

Chamber [Tea room]
189 Nelson Place, Williamstown, Victoria; 61 3 9397 6666
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* English style tea service.
* Credit cards.
Open Wednesday through Sunday, 11am 'til late. Reservations suggested for meals and during holidays. Herbal tisanes served in a plunger teapot. Sunny courtyard in season. (by barbvee)  O

The Ranges Cafe [Tea room]
2445 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction, Victoria; 
* French/Continental style in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Thursday 9am to 3pm; Friday through Sunday 8.30am to 4pm. 10/08

Leaf Tea Merchants [Tea room and merchant]
29 Napoleon Street, Cottsloe, Western Australia; 08-9284-3830
60 Walcott Street, Mt. Lawley, Western Australia; 08-9471-1105
* Tea lounge or tea bar.
* Stand-alone tea shop located in the city downtown.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Private parties during regular hours.
* Credit cards.
Summer hours 8am to 6.30pm; winter hours 8am to 6pm. Sunday afternoon tea served 12noon to 5pm; reservations recommended. (by jmc19669, employee) `

Matilda Bay Tea Rooms [Tea room]
5 Hackett Drive, Crawley, Western Australia; 618-9-386-9229
Located near Perth. 05/02

C Restaurant [Tea room]
Level 33, 44 St Georges Terrace (between Barrack St & London Court), Perth, Western Australia; 61 08 9220 8333
Afternoon tea and Royal (champagne) tea served Sunday through Friday from 2pm. Revolving restaurant. 6/7 

Dragon Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
3/369 William Street; 618-9228-3305
* Chinese style.
* Located next to William Shopping Centre.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections. 
* Tea tastings.
2/08

Chalet Healy Tearooms & Function Centre [Tea room]
Araluen Botanic Park
362 Croyden Road, Roleystone, Western Australia; 08 9496 1171
* Located at an historic or cultural venue.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea. 
* Take-out available.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily 9am to 6pm. 7/7

Hyatt Regency Perth [Tea room]
99 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Western Australia; 61 8 9225 1234
Monday to Friday - 11:00 am to 2:30 pm
A wide range of teas and pastries served Monday through Friday, 11am to 2.30pm, in La Strada, a casual, European-style terrace in the lower Lobby. Take-out available.
Afternoon tea served daily in the Conservatory Lobby, with its sandstone water fountain and glass dome ceiling. As the Conservatory is an open area, smoking is permitted. 3H
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Austria

Herzog-Friedrich Restaurant [Tea room]
Risengasse 6, Innsbruck

Hotel Central [Tea room]
Gilmstrasse 5, Innsbruck

House of Tea & Coffee [Tea merchant]
Seilergasse 9, Innsbruck

Peter's TeaHouse [Tea room and merchant]
Innsbruck

Rauter Tee [Tea merchant]
Sparkassenplatz at Maria-Theresien-Strasse, Innsbruck

Café Tomaselli [Tea room]
Alter Markt 9, Salzburg; 43 662 8444880
Selection of teas; homemade pastries and chocolates. Outdoor seating when weather permits. Open Monday through Saturday, 7am to 9pm; Sunday from 8am. M

Beim Theresianum Hotel [Tea room]
52 Favoritenstrasse, Vienna
Relaxing afternoon tea served in the garden for overnight guests only. 3F

Hotel im Palais Schwarzenberg [Tea room]
Schwarzenbergerplatz 9, Vienna; 43-1-798-4515-320
Tea specialties, Viennese pastries, and light meals from 10am to 12midnight daily. During winter months tea is served in front of the fireplace. 3F

Julius Meinl am Graben GmbH [Tea merchant]
Am Graben 19, Vienna; +43 1 532 3334
* Gourmet shop.
* Loose leaf teas.
3/08 1/10

Süssi Salon de Thé [Tea room]
Operngasse 30, Vienna; 0699 125 90 464 or 112 94 199
* French/Continental style cafe in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot or teacup.
* Take-out available.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 11am to 9pm; Sunday 12noon to 9pm. 1/10

Teehaus Demmer [Tea room and merchant]
Mökler Bastei 5, Vienna; 43 1 533 5995
Panniglgasse 17, Vienna; 43 1 504 15 09  3G  

Café- und Teestube Shanti [Tea room and merchant]
Amstrasse 29, Wolfurt 05574-84800, 05574-84800 
Open daily except Sunday. 3F
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Belgium

Désiré de Lille [Tea room]
14-18 Schrijnwerkerstraat, Antwerp; 03 233 6226
* Old World style.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Take-out available.
Open daily 9am to 10pm. 4/7

De Wingerd [Tea room]
Marie-Josélaan 35, Antwerp; 32 3 230 25 16
Informal afternoon tea, with scones, sandwiches, and pastries, served daily except Monday. M 

A. M. Sweet [Tea room and merchant]
rue des Chartreux 4/Kartuizersstraat 4, Brussels; 02-513-51-31
* French/Continental bistro style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in city historic district.
* Dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 9am to 6pm. Teas and baked goods. (by bene/c) 3/7

Wittamer Cafe [Tea room]
Place du Grand Sablon, 13, Brussels; 02-546-11-11
* French/Continental bistro style at a confectioner's in the Sablon area.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served daily 9am to 6pm. 5/09

Conrad International Hotel [Tea room]
Louizalaan 71 Avenue Louise, Brussels; 32 2 542 42 42
Afternoon tea served daily in the Lobby Lounge. M 

The Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
Rue de Rollebeek, 5, Brussels; 32 2 511 8117
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 7pm; Sunday to 5pm. Closed Mondays. Located in a 17th century small house in a pedestrian road in the city centre. More than 100 types of tea and infusions sold by the weight. Specializing in green teas and traditional patisserie. British porcelain, Japanese cast-iron teapots, and tea accessories. (by theteahouse) 10/02

Le Clos-fontaine - Cave à Thés [Tea room and merchant]
avenue des Thermes 50-52, Chaudfontaine; 0032-436-60363
* Hotel restaurant in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at a cultural venue near Liège.
* Dress casual but neat.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Gong-fu tea service.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
* Fair Trade products.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - decor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Summer hours open daily 12noon to 2pm and 6.30pm to late. Closed Mondays during winter. Reservations suggested. Tea sommelier. (by anne.franck, owner) 10/7
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Bermuda

Botanic Garden Tea Room [Tea room]
37 Front Street, Hamilton; 441-295-1183
Located on the third floor of Trimingham's Department Store. English style tea with sweets and savouries. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 5pm. M

Fairmont Hamilton Princess [Tea room and merchant]
76 Pittsbay Road, Hamilton; 441-295-3000
* Hotel lounge or tea room.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Child-friendly.
Tea served daily from 2.30 to 5.30pm in Heritage Court. Reservations suggested. House blend tea (Harney) available for purchase in the hotel gift shop. 8/06

Waterloo House [Tea room]
Hamilton; 441-295-4480
* Old world style resort hotel restaurant.
* In an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea served buffet style.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily in the parlour. Jacket and tie welcome but not required; Bermuda shorts (worn with socks) are acceptable. 10/06 

Lighthouse Tea Room, Saint Anne's Road, Gibbs Hill
Closed 4/09

Mrs. T's Victorian Tea Room [Tea room]
Willowbank Resort, Sandy's MA BX, Somerset; 441-234-1616
* Victorian style.
* Located in a hotel.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time..
* Teas served in a teapot.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 12noon to 5pm; afternoon tea served at 4pm. Tea service is included for resort guests; non-guests call to enquire about availability. Christian-oriented resort.  M

Paradiso Café [Tea room]
7 Reid Street, Washington Mall, Hamilton; 441-295-3263
A selection of teas served with light meals, snacks, and pastries. Open Monday through Friday, 7.30am to 5pm. M
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Brazil

Caesar Park Ipanema Hotel [Tea room]
Av. Vieira Souto, 460, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro; 21-22420-000
Roof Top Restaurant Tiberius serves afternoon tea daily. 3F

Colombo Tea Rooms/Confeitaria Colombo [Tea room]
Rua Gonçalves Dias, 32/36, Centro, Rio de Janeiro; 21-2232-2300
Afternoon tea served Monday through Friday at 5pm. 3F

Hotel Copacabana Palace [Tea room]
Avenida Atlântica 1702, Rio de Janeiro; 55 21 2548 7070
Located on Copacabana beach. Traditional afternoon tea served at the poolside Pergula Retaurant. 3F 

The Copa [Tea room]
Rua Alves Saldanha 13 A, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro; 021-2255-8740
Afternoon tea served daily; gay bar by night. 3F 

Miramar Palace Hotel [Tea room]
Av. Atlantica, 3668, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
Afternoon tea from Thursday to Sunday with national and imported teas. 3F

Rio Atlantica [Tea room]
Av. Atlântica, 2.964, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
International and Brazilian cuisine plus afternoon tea. 3F 

Sofitel Rio Palace [Tea room]
Av. Atlantica, 4240, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro; 2207-0002
The Horse's Neck Bar, an English pub, serves a traditional afternoon tea in cozy surroundings. Wide selection of teas.  3F
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Brunei

Bulgaria

Kempinski-Zografski Hotel [Tea room]
100 James Boucher Boulevard, Sofia
The Intermezzo Bar in the Lobby serves afternoon tea. 3F
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Caribbean and West Indies

Antigua

Curtain Bluff Resort [Tea room]
Curtain Bluff; 268-462-8400
* Hotel tea located in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea.
* Private parties. / 

Herbal Haven [Tea room and merchant]
Food Court, St. Johns; 268-773-3849
(by herbalhaven @excite.com) July 2001

Philton's Bakery Café [Tea room]
Friar's Hill Road, St. Johns; 268-462-9447
Open Monday through Saturday, 8am to 7pm. British teas served with sweets and savouries all day; afternoon tea. L

Skullduggery [Tea room]
Yacht Club Road, Falmouth Harbour; 268-463-0625
Located at the Antigua Yacht Club Marina. Indoor-outdoor café offers a variety of teas, served with savouries and sweets. Internet access. Open daily. L

Sunny Caribbee [Tea merchant]
Redcliff Quay, St. John's; 268-462-1888, 462-7689
High-end gift shop specializing in local spices offers a good selection of packaged teas. Second location in Jolly Harbour. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm; additional hours to accommodate cruise ship arrivals. L 

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Barbados

Bean-n-Bagel Internet Café [Tea room]
Dover, St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church; 246-420-4604
Internet café offering a good selection of teas with light meals and snacks. Open daily, 7am to 5.30pm. M

Chatters Tea Room [Tea room]
at Bagatelle Great House, off Sandy Lane, St. Thomas
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building at  a cultural/historical venue.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served from 2 to 5.30pm in the second floor tea room. 6/7 Updated (by Heather Straker, owner) 7/7

Sunbury Plantation [Tea room]
Sunbury Plantation House, St. Philip; 246-423-6270
* English style tea room in a cultural venue.
* Historic or landmark building located in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea.
* Private parties.
Open daily. Tea served by reservation. >

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Cayman Islands

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel [Tea room]
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman; 345-943-9000
* Hotel tea room in a resort area.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, dessert tea.
* Child-friendly.
* Private parties.
Tea served Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 4pm in The Silver Palm. Reservations suggested. >

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Dominican Republic

Caribbean Coffee and Tea [Tea room]
Avenue Los Próceres esquina Euclides Morillo, Diamond Mall, Distrito Nacional, Santo Domingo; 809-732-4968
Trendy, upscale café with a good selection of teas and tea beverages. Open daily, 8am to 12midnight. M

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St. Croix, Virgin Islands

Morning Glory Coffee and Tea [Tea room]
Gallows Bay Marketplace, Gallows Bay; 340-773-6620
Indoor-outdoor café offers a selection of teas served with sweets and savouries, specializing in beignets. Open Monday through Saturday, 7am to 3pm. M

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Chile

La Tetería - Té Gourmet [Tea room and merchant]
Santa Magdalena 86, 7510057 Providencia, Santiago; 56-2-3338912
* Contemporary style in the city downtown near metro Los Leones.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Organic products.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Seats 40.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 9am to 9pm; Saturday 11am to 9pm. Reservations accepted. (by La Tetería - Té Gourmet) 7/10

Tea Library [Tea room and merchant]
W. Hotel Santiago, Isidora Goyenechea 3000, Las Condes, Santiago; 562 770 0000
* Contemporary style hotel tea lounge located in the Isidora 3000 complex in the El Golf district of western Santiago.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Open 365/24/7. 10/09  

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China

A special Thank you to "China Tea Lover" who tells us that there are tea rooms (or tea houses) everywhere in the big cities of China, and also in most smaller cities and towns. We list some of the most accessible for foreign travelers. 

Beijing Shan Hu Yushan Tea House [Tea room]
Dongcheng District, Beijing; 652-53770 3E

Beijing Teahouse [Tea room] 
No.8 Changdian, Liulichang, Beijing; 630-33846 
Open 9am to 9pm 3E

Bell Tower Teahouse [Tea room]
Di'Anmenwai Street, Beijing
At the Bell Tower near Houhai Lake. 18 kinds of Chinese teas. Ceremonial tea service on request. 8.30am to 9pm in season; to 5pm in winter.

Bichun Tea House [Tea room]
No. 233, Wangfujing Street, Beijing; 652-56141 3E

Biluxuan Tea House [Tea room]
1/F, R Bldg, Apartment, Hui Garden, Yayun Village, Chaoyang, Beijing; 649-11958 3E

Green Tea House [Tea room]
No.53 Tayuancun, Chaoyang, Beijing; 646-85903
Open 11am to 12midnight  3E

Lao She Teahouse [Tea room]
3/F Da Wan Cha Building, 3 Qianmen Xidajie, Beijing; 630-36830 
Open 7.30am to 9.30pm 3E 

Morel's [Tea room]
1/F, No. 5 Red Block Xin Zhong Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing; 010-6416-8802 
Tea served Tuesday through Sunday 2.30 to 6pm. Belgian restaurant serving traditional English afternoon tea. Located opposite north gate of Workers' Gymnasium. 4/7

Purple Vine Teahouse [Tea room]
No.2 Nanchang Jie, Xicheng District, Beijing; 66066614
Open daily 12noon to 2am. 3E

Tianqiao Happy Teahouse [Tea room]
113 Tianqiao Market, Beijing; 630-40617
Open 7am to 9pm daily except Monday. 3E

China Tea and Pottery [Tea room and merchant]
Red 1 Block, Xizhongjie, Dongcheng, Beijing; 641-69657
Open 12noon to 2am. 3E

Wu Yutai Tea House [Tea room]
No. 44, Dongsi Street, North, Beijing; 640-41928 
Many locations, including: 3E
No. 125, Didong Street; 640-28600 
No. 223, Small Street, South, Chaoyangmen; 652-55888 
No. 533, Dongsi Street, North; 640-45458 
A. 168, Dongsi Street, South; 652-53526 
No. 160, Annei Street; 640-43619 
No. 229, Dongwai Small Street; 646-73140 
No.72, Dongnei Small Street South; 640-29394 
No. 352, Gulou Street, East; 640-29402 
No. 53, Xinhua Street, South, Xuanwu District; 630-41372 

Xichan Tea House [Tea room]
No.7 Meishuguan Dongjie, Dongcheng, Beijing; 640-43486 3E

Cha for Tea [Tea room and merchant]
566, Huei Hai Chong Road, Shanghai; 886-012-5383-3355

Wan Ling Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
Jing An Jewellry & Curio Market, Shop A22
No. 1829 Beijing Road West, Shanghai; 86-0-135-6424-8308
* Traditional Chinese style located in an antiques shop.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Gong-fu tea service.
* Tea ceremonies.
Open daily 10am to 6.30pm.  (by Wan Ling, owner) @ 8/08

Ming Hui Tea House [Tea room]
Inside Dajue Temple, Bei'anhe, Wenquan Township, Haidian District; 010-6246-1567
* Located in an historic or landmark building thirty kilometers from central Beijing.
* Tea ceremonies.
Open daily 11.30am to 2pm and 5.30 to 8pm. 4/7

Jin YuXuan Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
No.6 Yuan Dong Road, Jin Xin District, Kunming, Yunnan
* Asian style service.
* Tea tastings.
* Loose leaf teas served in teacup, teapot, or gaiwan.
* Tea ceremonies. (by TeaHub) S

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Costa Rica

Tea Land [Tea room and merchant]
Plaza Mema, Local No. 4, Rohrmoser, 100 Sur Plaza Mayor, San Jose; 506-291-0796
* Tea lounge or tea bar in a suburban area.
* Located in a commercial plaza.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas.
* Loose leaf teas and pyramid teabags served in teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Tea tastings, classes/workshops.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 7pm. (by tealandcr, owner) 3/7
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Czech Republic

There are many, many tea rooms in Prague -- too many to list here. You will find tea rooms outside Prague, too, even in small towns. Ask at your hotel. 

Cajovna Na Valech [Tea room and merchant]
Male Valy 353, 288 02 Nymburk; 420 325 514636
Open daily 1pm to 10pm (13-22 h.), Saturday and Sunday 2pm to 10pm (14-22 h.) (by owner) 09/01

Na ceste [Tea room]
Tyrsova 172, Nymburk; 4206 607 205 710
* French/continental style.
* Located in town historic district.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Chai.
* Smoke-free.
Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 10pm; Sunday 2 to 10pm. Reservations accepted. Tea room and shop about food for vegan life. (by owner) )

Café Patio [Tea room]
Narodni 22, Prague
Upscale, atmospheric café offers a variety of teas and cakes. Open 9am to 11pm daily. M

Cajovna U Stareho mistra - Old Master's Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Jeruzalémská 13, Praha - Staré; 420-774-567-378
* Chinese style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in the city downtown near Venceslav square.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, theme teas.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Gong-fu tea service.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
* Organic products.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 30.
* Etiquette lessons.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Gift certificates.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open daily 10am to 10pm. Reservations accepted. (by GoodTea, owner) 9/08

Ebel Coffee House [Tea merchant]
Tyn Courtyard 6, Prague
Located in the old section of the city. About fifty teas and tisanes sold in bulk quantities. Small selection of tea preparation equipment. Open daily, 10am to 7pm. M

Genesis [Tea room]
Krásova 17, Zizkov, Prague; 420 222 72 03 57
* Hookah/tea lounge located in a residential area.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours; seats 15.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Cash only.
Open weekdays 2pm to 12midnight; weekends 4pm to 12midnight. Heated by wood stove in winter. (by Yak/c) 1/10

Good Tea [Tea merchant]
Korytná 1538/4, Praha 10 - Strasnice; 420 775 277 261
* Located in a residential area near Strasnicka subway station.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Organic products.
* On-site parking.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Tuesday and Thursday 6 to 9pm. Tea accessories. (by GoodTea) 7/09

Karavanseraj [Tea room]
Masarykovo nábř. 22, New Town, Prague; 420 224 930 390
* Lebanese style restaurant and hookah lounge.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
Open Monday through Thursday 9am to 11pm; Friday 9am to 12midnight; Saturday 10am to 12midnight; Sunday 12noon to 10pm. 3/08

Kava Kava Kava [Tea room]
Narodni Trida 37, Prague; 420 2 268 409
Open weekdays from 7am to 10pm; weekends from 9am. A selection of teas are available at this coffeehouse, along with baked goods, Internet access, and English-language periodicals. M

Long Life [Tea room]
Celetná 12, Prague; 420 224 22 70 70
* Tea lounge located in an alley off Old Town Square.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Cash only.
Open daily 11am to 8pm. 1/10

Mandarin Oriental Hotel [Tea room]
Nebovidska 459/1, Prague; 420 233 088 888
* Old world style hotel tea room or lounge.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in town historic district.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
Afternoon tea served in The Monastery Lounge. Tea available all day in the hotel's restaurants. 11/6

Obecní Dùm (The Municipal House) [Tea room]
Námestí Republiky 5, Prague; 420 2 22 002 101
* Located at an historic or cultural venue.
* Teabags served in a teacup.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea and pastries served in this historic museum café. 11/6

Oxalis Teas and Coffees [Tea merchant]
Cerna Ruze Pasaz, Panska 12, Prague; 420 2 2101 4606
Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 8pm; Sundays 11am to 7pm. More than 200 teas and tisanes from around the world. M

Pod Stromem čajovým [Tea room]
Mánesova 55, Prague; 420 222 25 10 45
* Hookah/tea lounge located in a residential area near Václavské nám.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Cash only.
Open Monday through Saturday 2pm to 10.30pm; Sunday 4pm to 10.30pm. 100+ types of tea. 1/10 

Vaclavska Cukrarna [Tea room and merchant]
Karlovo Namesti 6, Prague; 420 2 292 959
Popular pastry shop offers a selection of teas. Indoor and outdoor seating. Open weekdays, 9am to 7pm; weekends from 11am.  M  
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Denmark

Tea for Two [Tea room and merchant]
Ordrupvej 70a, Charlottenlund; +45 3990 1209
* Victorian style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town commercial district 15 minutes by train from downtown Copenhagen.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties for children during regular hours.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
Open Monday through Friday 10.30am to 6pm; Saturday 10.30am to 2pm. Reservations accepted, not required. (by Nana, owner) 9/06 3/09

Madam Blå [Tea room]
Dyrehavsbakken, Telt 20, 2930 Klampenborg; +45 39 63 26 34 

A. C. Perch's Thehandel [Tea room and merchant]
Kronprinsensgade 5, 1114 Copenhagen; +45 3315 3577
* Traditional English style.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot. 
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 5pm. Tea room is upstairs from the retail shop. Updated 4/7

Amadeus Musik Conditori [Tea room]
Store Kongensgade 62, 1264 Copenhagen; +45 33 32 35 11
Near the Queen's residence at Amalienborg Palace. 07/01

Amokka [Tea room and merchant]
Dag Hammarskjolds Alle 38-40, Copenhagen; +45 35 25 35 35
Large selection of teas served and sold. Teapots and accessories. Open daily, 11am to 11pm. M

Conditoriet La Glace [Tea room]
Skoubogade 3-5, 1158 Copenhagen K; +45 33 14 46 46
Open Monday through Thursday, 8.30am to 5.30pm; Friday to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm. La Glace is Copenhagen's oldest confectioner's with a tea room and it is very bound by tradition. You can choose from a selection of about fifteen different layered cakes with cream, as well as cakes without cream, marzipan rings, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate made with full-cream milk and dark chocolate. The specialty in this establishment is the sportscake. (Updated by Marciana) 3F

Konditori Amagertorv, Royal Copenhagen [Tea room]
Amagertorv 6, 1160 Copenhagen K; +45 33 13 71 81

Konditoriet i City-Arkaden [Tea room]
Ostergade 32-34, 1160 København K

Gades Konditori [Tea room]
Vester Voldgade 7, 1552 Copenhagen V; +45 33 12 93 42

Hans Christian Andersen [Tea room]
Vesterbrogade 1 B, 1620 Copenhagen V; +45 33 32 80 98
Near Tivoli Gardens and the main railway station. 0701

Illums Konditori [Tea room]
Ostergade 52, 1100 Copenhagen K

Kransekagehusets Konditori [Tea room]
Pistolstræde, Ostergade 24 B, 1100 Copenhagen K; +45 33 15 70 74

Marstrands Konditori [Tea room]
Kobmagergade 15, 1150 Copenhagen K; +45 33 14 07 91

Musikconditoriet [Tea room]
Vesterbrogade 148 E, 1620 Copenhagen V; +45 31 31 19 35

Sing Tehus [Tea room and merchant]
Skindergade 25, 1159 Copenhagen; 33116601
* Contemporary Japanese style.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Japanese tea ceremony.
Open Monday through Thursday 10am to 6pm; Friday 10am to 7pm; Saturday 11am to 6pm. 4/7

Tante T [Tea room and merchant]
Victoriagade 6, 1655 Copenhagen V; +45 262 73191
* Old-world style.
* Located in the city downtown near the Copenhagen main train station.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 10pm; Sunday 10am to 9pm. Reservations required for groups only. Wide selection of teas and baked goods. (by Mette Marie Sarbo - Tea room owner) < 1/7

Tetemplet (The Tea Temple) [Tea room and merchant]
Købmagergade 26 E, Copenhagen; 33 93 01 01
* Pan-Asian New Age style.
* Dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Private tea parties for adults.
Open Monday through Wednesday 12noon to 8pm; Thursday through Saturday 12noon to 9pm; Sunday 12noon to 10pm. 4/7

Rosenhuset Café & Brasserie [Tea room]
Vedbæk Strandvej 378, 2950 Vedbæk; +45) 45 66 20 40
On the Oresund coast. 07/01
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Finland

Arena [Tea room]
Hämeentie 2 B, Helsinki; 358 9 768 190
Café serving a selection of teas any time, with light snacks, cakes, and pastries. Organic dishes on the menu; monthly art exhibits. Open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm. M

Cafe Picnic [Tea room]
Mikonkatu 5, Helsinki; 358 9 175 119
Other Helsinki locations: Topeliuksenkatu 8; Fredrikinkatu 28 and 61; Kluuvi shopping centre
A selection of teas, along with homemade savoury dishes and baked goods, is available at this chain of cafés. Open weekdays 7.30am to 7pm; Saturday 10am to 5pm. M

Cafe Soihtu [Tea room]
Aurorankatu 13 B 16, Helsinki; 358-45-652 0787
* Coffeehouse/tea lounge located in the city downtown near rock church.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or take-out cup.
* Gong-fu tea service.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings/flights; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 20.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 11am to 9pm. Reservations accepted. (by Eetu Mäkelä, owner) 4/10

Engel [Tea room]
Aleksanterinkatu 26, Helsinki; 358 9 652 776
Café serving a variety of teas with light sweets and savouries. Open daily until midnight. M

Entré [Tea room]
Mariankatu 13 B, Helsinki; 358 9 665 831
Good selection of teas with sweets and savouries. Multi-lingual staff. Open weekdays 7am to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 4pm. M

Espresso Edge [Tea room]
Mariankatu 13 B, Helsinki; 358 9 665 831
American style coffeehouse serving a variety of teas and tea beverages with light meals and snacks. Open weekdays 10am to 10pm; weekends 12noon to 7pm. M

Hopia Café [Tea room]
Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 9, Helsinki; 358 9 492 556
Café and confectioner's a small selection of teas served with traditional Finnish pastries. Smoke free. Open weekdays only, 7.30am to 5pm. M

Hotel Kämp [Tea room]
Pohjoisesplanadi 29, Helsinki; 358 9 576 111
Morning and afternoon tea served in The Bar and Library, open daily from 11am. Variety of teas served hot or cold, light snacks. Specializing in tea beverages with alcohol. Q

Raffles Tea Room [Tea room]
Unioninkatu 17, Helsinki; 358 9 631 908
Traditional style tea room located within an antiques shop. Wide variety of teas served with light meals and pastries. Open weekdays 11am to 6pm; Saturdays until 3pm. M

Strindberg [Tea room]
Pohjoisesplanadi 33, Helsinki; 358 9 2706 0150
Café with indoor and outdoor seating serves a variety of teas and homemade baked goods. Open daily 9am to 10pm; Fridays and Saturdays to 11pm. M

Succes Café [Tea room]
Korkeavuorenkatu 2, Helsinki; 358 9 633 414
Upscale, non-smoking café with indoor and outdoor seating offers their own unique tea blends, served with baked goods and light meals. Open weekdays 8am to 8pm; weekends 11am to 8pm. M

ThéHuone [Tea room and merchant]
Eerikinkatu 12, Helsinki; 358 44 269 6601
* Located in the city downtown near Kamppi shopping center.
* Teabags.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Friday 11am to 6pm; Saturday 11am to 3pm. International selection of teas. (by théhuone, marketing manager) 9/06

Tee- ja Kahvihuone Helmi [Tea room and merchant]
Välikatu 7 Vanha, Porvoo; 358 19 524 5165
* Russian style coffeehouse serving good tea at a home furnishings/home decor shop.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in town historic district near Helsinki.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Smoke-free.
* Seats 150.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Live music.
* Credit/debit cards.
Open daily 10am to 5pm; extended summer hours. (by helmi) 9/08

Koskilinnan Kahvikauppa [Tea merchant]
Hatanpään valtatie 2, Tampere; 358 3 212 3680
Wide selection of bulk and packaged teas, both standard and flavoured. Homemade candies and chocolates. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. M  
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France

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PARIS | Outside Paris

Angelina's [Tea room]
226, rue de Rivoli (1st arr.); 331 42 60 82 00
Reviews of this tea room.

L'Arbre à Canelle [Tea room]
57, passage des Panoramas; 01-45-08-55-87

L'Artisan de Saveurs [Tea room]
72, rue du Cherche-Midi (6th arr.); 331 42 22 46 64
* Smoke-free.
Updated 10/6

Asian [Tea room]
30, avenue George V (Métro George V); 01 56 89 11 00
Décor features a Zen garden and a bamboo forest. Tea served daily. (May 2000)

Barramundi [Tea room]
3, rue Taitbout (Métro Richelieu-Drouot); 01 47 70 21 21
Trendy new spot near the Opéra. Serving tea daily. (May 2000)

La Brûlerie des Ternes [Tea room]
10 rue Poncelet (17th arr.); 01 4622 5279 3L

Café Bleu at Lanvin [Tea room]
15 rue du Faubourg-St-Honoré (1st arr.); 33 1 44 71 32 32
Chic and very upscale spot to sip tea. Open daily except Sunday, 10.30am to 7.30pm. 3L

Café Verlet [Tea room]
256 rue Saint-Honoré (1st arr.); 01 42 60 67 39  3F 

Cha Jin [Tea room and merchant]
24, rue Pasquier (8th arr.); 01 53 30 05 24
* French/Japanese style.
* Dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Japanese tea ceremony.
* Tea tastings.
Open Monday through Friday 12noon to 6pm.  4/08 

La Charlotte de l'Isle [Tea room and merchant]
24, rue Saint-Louis-en-l'sle; 43 54 25 83
Tea and hot chocolate. 12/00 Updated 9/7

Chez Charlène [Tea room]
161 rue Ordener (18th arr.); 01 42 55 69 33 3L

Chez les Filles [Tea room]
64 rue du Cherche-Midi (6th arr.) 3F

Claudia Cardinal [Tea room]
6 rue du Marché Saint-Honoré (1st arr.); 01 49 26 96 87 3F

Les Contes du Thé [Tea room]
60, rue du Cherche-Midi (5th arr.); 01 4549 4596 3F

à La Cour de Rohan [Tea room]
59-61, rue St.-André-des-Arts (6th arr.); 01-43-25-79-67

Dalloyau [Tea room]
101, rue du Faubourg St.-Honoré (8th arr.); 331 42 99 90 00
2, Place Edmond-Rostand (6th arr.); 331 43 29 31 10
69, rue de la Convention (15th arr.); 331 45 77 84 27
5, Boulevard Beaumarchais (4th arr.); 331 48 87 89 88

L'Empire des Thés [Tea room and merchant]
101 avenue de Choisy (13th arr.); 01 5485 6633 3F

Epices et Délices [Tea room]
53, rue Vieille du Temple (Marais); 01 42 71 14 14
Open daily. December 2000

Fauchon [Tea room]
26, Place de la Madeleine (8th arr.); 331 47 42 90 10

Florès Village Royal [Tea room]
25 rue Royale; 01 40 17 02 19
Closed Sunday. January 2003

Galerie 88 [Tea room]
88 quai de l'Hôtel-de-Ville (1st arr.); 01 42 72 17 58
Art gallery/café with indoor and terrace seating overlooking the Seine. Tea, cakes, baked goods, and light meals. Open daily except Sunday, 10.30am to 7pm. M

Les Gaufres [Tea room]
Jardin du Luxembourg
December 2000

Hédiard [Tea room and merchant]
21, Place de la Madeleine; shop 011-33-1-43-12-88-88; tea room 43-12-88-99
November 2000

L'Heure Gourmande [Tea room]
22, Passage Dauphine (6th arr.); 01 46 34 00 40

Hôtel des Académies et des Arts [Tea room]
15, rue de la Grande Chaumière (6th arr.); 33-1-43-26-66-44
* French/Continental hotel tea room located next to the Jardin du Luxembourg and Montparnasse.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Chez Charlotte tea served daily 2.30 to 6pm in this boutique hotel's lounges. Macaroons, of course. 3/09

Hotel Le Bristol [Tea room]
112, rue de Faubourg St-Honore; 33 1 53 43 43 00
* French/Continental hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
Tea served daily 3.30 to 5pm. Fashion teas on selected Saturdays. Reservations required. 3/08

Hotel de Crillon [Tea room]
10 place de la Concorde (8th arr.); 33-1-4471-1500
Salon de thé in the Wintergarden serves afternoon tea daily, 3 to 7pm. 3G

Hotel George V [Tea room]
31 avenue George V (8th arr.); 33-1-4952-7000
Restaurant Le Cinq serves afternoon tea daily, 3 to 6pm. 3G

Hotel Lutetia [Tea room]
45 boulevard Raspail (6th arr.); 33 1 49 54 46 46
* Art Deco style hotel tea room.
* Located in an historic or landmark building on the Left Bank.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
Tea served daily in the lobby lounge. 9/09

Hotel Meurice [Tea room]
228 rue de Rivoli (1st arr.); 33-1-44-58-1010
* French/Continental hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
* Live music.
Tea served daily in the Jardin d'Hiver from 2.30 to 6.30pm.(by TLD) 8/01. Updated 3/08

Hotel Plaza Athenée [Tea room]
25 avenue Montaigne (8th arr.); 33-1-5367-6666
Galéries de Gobelin serves afternoon tea daily. 3G

L'Infinité [Tea room and merchant]
8 rue Desnouettes (15th arr.); 33-01 4043 1423 3G

L'Instant Thé [Tea room]
20, rue des Tournelles (4th arr.); 33-01 40 29 49 74 3G

Jean Paul Hévin [Tea room]
231 rue Saint-Honoré (1st arr.); 01 55 35 35 96 3F

Kusmi [Tea merchant]
75 avenue Niel (17th arr.); 01 4227 9146 3L
Kusmi [Tea room and merchant]
56, rue de Seine; 01 4634 2906
* Tea lounge or tea bar located in the city downtown.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Teabags.
Open daily 11am to 8pm. Updated (a.dutreil, owner) 6/7

Ladurée [Tea room]
16, rue Royale (8th arr.); 331 42 60 21 79
75, Avenue des Champs-Elysées; 331 40 75 08 75
Open daily. January 2003  

Lapeyronie [Tea room]
3 rue Brantôme (3rd arr.); 01 4027 9757 3F  

Lafayette Gourmet [Tea room and merchant]
93 rue de Provence (17th arr.); 01 4874 4606 3F

Laffarge [Tea room]
59 rue Sarrette (13th arr.); 01 4540 7309 3F 

Le Loir dans la Théière [Tea room]
3, rue des Rosiers (4th arr.); 331 42 72 90 61
Reviews of this tea room.

Mad Vicky's Tea Gallery [Tea room]
3, rue Nicolet (18th arr.)
Art gallery/clothing shop also serves tea. 2/08

La Maison de la Culture du Japon [Tea room]
101 quai Branly (15th arr.); 01 4437 9595  3G

La Maison des Trois Thés [Tea room and merchant]
33 rue Gracieuse (5th arr.)
5, rue du Pot-de-Fer (5th arr.)
La Mosquée, 39, rue Geoffroy-St.-Hilaire (5th arr.); 33.1.43.31.38.20
Specialty at La Mosquée location: mint tea and honey pastries. Hours 9am to 11.30pm. Both open daily. 3G

Marais Plus [Tea room]
20, rue des Francs-Bourgeois; 01 48 87 01 40
December 2000

Mariage Frères [Tea room and merchant]
30-32, rue du Bourg-Tibourg (4th arr.); 331 42 72 28 11
13, rue des Grands-Augustins (6th arr.); 331 40 51 82 50
260, rue du Faubourg St.-Honoré (8th arr.); 331 46 22 18 54
More than 450 teas from over thirty countries. Open daily. January 2003
Review of this tea room.

Melle Li [Tea room]
Jardin d'acclimation, Bois de Boulogne (16th arr.); 01 4067 9155 3G

Merry Monk [Tea room]
87 rue de la Convention (15th arr.); 01 4060 7954 3G

Mogador [Tea room]
74, rue François Miron (4th arr.); 33- 01 42 72 5683 3G  

Musée d'Orsay [Tea room]
62, rue de Lille; 33 1 45 49 47 03
* French/Continental style at a cultural venue overlooking the Seine.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teaserved in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Afternoon tea is served Friday through Wednesday, 3.30 to 5.30pm in the museum's main restaurant. Reservations suggested for larger groups. Informal teas available in Café des Hauteurs et Terrasse during museum hours. 11/08

Nina's [Tea room and merchant]
29 rue Danielle Casanova; 33 1 55 04 80 55
* Tea lounge or tea bar.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, chai, tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* Credit cards.
Open all year, Monday through Friday, 10.30am to 7pm. Reservations for groups only. Near Place Vendôme. (by Nad) Updated (by fcurri, employee) 3G&

Le Palais des Thés [Tea merchant]
64, rue Vieille du Temple (3rd arr.); 01 4887 8060
25, rue Raymond Losserand (14th arr.); 01 4321 9797
12, rue de l'Annonciation (16th arr.); 01 4525 5152
(by arpeges @yahoo.com) November 2000. Over 300 teas from around the world, plus a large selection of teapots and accessories. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10.30am to 7pm. M
Review of this tea shop.

Paris Rhubarbe [Tea room]
118 boulevard du Montparnasse (13th arr.); 01 4327 2200 3F

Paul [Tea room and merchant]
25, avenue de l'Opéra; 01 42 60 78 22
* French/Continental style at a gourmet foods shop.
* Dessert tea.
Multiple locations throughout Paris and France. See More Tea Rooms. 4/7

Peny [Tea room]
3, Place de la Madeleine; 01 42 65 06 75
December 2000

À Priori Thé [Tea room]
35-37 Galerie Vivienne (2nd arr.); 01-42-97-48-75

Rose Bakery [Tea room]
46, rue des Martyrs (9th arr); 33 1 42 82 12 80
30, rue Debelleyme (Marais); 33-01-49-96-54-01
* British style bakery café.
* Located near Gare du Nord and Sacre Coeur; or Marais district.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea, cream tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Saturday 12noon until sold out. 10/06

La Route du Thé [Tea room]
14 rue Lacépède (5th arr.); 01-4336-6300 3G

Salon de thé de la Mosquée de Paris [Tea room]
39, rue Geoffroy-St-Hilaire (5th arr.); 01-4331 38 20
Mint tea and oriental sweets served in the Moorish style courtyard. Open daily, 9am to 11.30pm. 3G

SalonTea at Franck et fils [Tea room and merchant]
80, rue de Passy; 1 44 14 38 00
* Tea bar at a clothing shop.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
Shop open Monday through Friday 10.30am to 6pm; Saturday 10.30am to 7pm. Tea served daily at 5pm. 4/08  

Shakespeare and Company [Tea room]
37 rue de la Bûcherie (5th arr.); 01 43 26 96 50
* British style at an Anglophone bookstore: Sip and read.
* Located in an historic or landmark building on the Left Bank
* Dessert tea served buffet style.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teacup.
Tea served Sundays at 4pm. Note that everyone here speaks English. 7/09 

Siège Social et Boutique [Tea merchant]
20, Boulevard St-Germain (5th arr.)
August 2001

Tea and Tattered Pages [Tea room and merchant]
24 rue Mayet (6th arr.); 01-40.65.94.35
* Traditional English style at a book shop: Sip and read.
* Cream tea.
* Teabags served in a teapot.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 7pm; Sunday 12noon to 6pm. Tea salon located at the rear of an English-language second-hand book shop. 7/08

The Tea Caddy [Tea room and merchant]
14 rue Saint-Julien Le Pauvre (5th arr.); 01-4354-1556
British style tea room and shop. 3G

Thé Cool [Tea room and merchant]
10 rue Jean de Bologne (16th arr.); 01-4224-6913 3G

Le thé des Ecrivains [Tea room and merchant]
1 impasse Saint-Claude (3rd arr.); 01 4029 4625  3F

THEODOR [Tea merchant]
27, rue des Sablons; 01 45 05 25 98
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a residential area near Trocadero.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 9.30am to 6.30pm. (by hennajiji2307) 6/10

Thés des Brumes [Tea room]
340 rue Saint-Jacques (5th arr.); 01-4326-3507 3G

Thés de Chine [Tea room and merchant]
20, Boulevard Saint-Germain (5th arr.); 01-4046-9889

Toraya [Tea room]
10 rue Saint-Florentin (1st arr.); 01 42 60 13 00  3F

Le Totem [Tea room]
17, place du Trocadéro (16th arr.); 01 47 27 28 29
Afternoon tea served daily.  3F

Le Valentin [Tea room]
30 passage Jouffroy (2nd arr.); 01 44 76 82 97  3F

Ventilo [Tea room]
27 bis, rue du Louvre; 011-33-1-44-76-82-97
Tea room in upscale shop. November 2000  

La Vie Claire [Tea room and merchant]
255 boulevard Voltaire (11th arr.); 01 43 73 96 65
Organic food shop serves and sells organic teas and produce. Open weekdays, 10am to 1.30pm and 3 to 7pm.  M 

Les Voyageurs du Monde [Tea room and merchant]
55 rue Sainte-Anne (2nd arr.); 01 42 86 16 25
Travel agency, bookstore, gallery, and café offering a selection of Asian teas. Open daily except Sunday.  M  
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OUTSIDE PARIS | Paris

Brûlerie Richelme [Tea room]
1, place Richelme, Aix-en-Provence; 334 42 23 55 27
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 8.30am to 7pm. Coffeehouse that also has a wide selection of teas. 3L

Compagnie Anglaise des Thés [Tea merchant]
13, rue Aude, Aix-en-Provence; 334 42 46 22 63
Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 12noon and 3 to 7pm. Wide range of teas, teapots, and accessories. 3L

La Flûte Enchantée [Tea room]
29, rue Gaston-de-Saporta, Aix-en-Provence; 334-4223-1210
Open Monday through Saturday, 12noon to 7.30pm. A variety of teas served with savouries and sweets at this café. 3L

Miremont [Tea room]
1 bis Place Clemenceau, Biarritz; 33 559 24 01 38
* Basque style in an historic or landmark building.
* Dessert tea.
9/08

Pause Café [Tea room]
39, rue Hoche, Cannes; 334 93 39 83 03
Open Sunday through Friday, 9am to 12midnight (earlier closing on Sundays). Coffeehouse also serves a wide variety of teas. 3L

Christie's [Tea room]
17 Place du Marché, Gençay; 0033-549-506-194
* Located in a book store: Sip and read.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Teabags served in a teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Fair Trade products.
* Child-friendly.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Private parties for adults outside regular hours.
* Internet access.
* Credit cards.
Winter hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 12noon and 2 to 6pm. No reservation required; maximum seating is 23. English, French, and German spoken. Well-behaved canines permitted in salon area. Gifts, cards. (by Andrew Christie, owner) #~

Tea & Cie [Tea room and merchant]
67 rue du Général De Gaulle, Grand Champ; 33 09 71 20 11 24
* Located in a rural area of Bretagne near Golfe du Mobihan.
* Private tea parties only; no scheduled tea service.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Tea tastings.
* Private tea parties for adults and children; seats 10.
* Etiquette lessons.
* Off-site catering.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 2.30 to 6.30pm. (by Tea & Cie France) 2/09

Le Piano-Thé [Tea room]
12, rue Diderot, Joinville; 33 03 25 05 5804
* French/Continental style located in the city downtown near Chaumont.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Tea served buffet style.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Live music.
Open Wednesday through Sunday  (by carrere.gilbert, owner)  10/06

Chez Paul [Tea room]
12, rue de Paris, Lille; 334 6766 1871
A trendy tearoom and bakery located at the corner of the Grand'Place. 3F

Meert [Tea room and merchant]
27 rue Esquermoise, Lille: 0033 (0)3 20 57 07 44
* Tea room at a patisserie/confiserie in an historic or landmark building.
* Dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
Open Tuesday through Friday 9.30am to 7.30pm; Saturday 9am to 7.30pm; Sunday 9am to 1pm and 3 to 7pm.  House specialty is filled waffle cakes. 8/09  

Le Cottage [Tea room]
7 bis Grande Rue, Marly le Roi; 339 16 34 89 3L

Biscuit & Biscuit [Tea room]
9 rue de Lodi, Marseille; 04 84 26 74 96
* Bistro style at a ceramics craft shop - paint a teacup! 
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Seats 16.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday 2 to 7pm; Tuesday through Saturday 9am to 7pm. (by Biscuit & Biscuit) 12/09

Bataille [Tea merchant]
18, rue Fontange, Marseille; 334 91 47 06 23
Gourmet grocery with a large section dedicated to teas and some accessories. Open daily.  3L

Les Filles du Soleil Gourmand, Cours Julien, Marseille
Closed  2/10 

Cafés Debout [Tea room and merchant]
46, avenue Davso, Marseille; 334 91 66 37 15
Open Monday through Saturday, 9am to 12noon and 2.30pm to 7pm. Teas and sweets served in the small café; teas and accessories available in the shop. 3L

Café Bibal [Tea room and merchant]
4, rue Jacques Coeur, Montpellier; 33 4 67 60 61 42
Open daily, 7.30am to 7pm, serving a variety of beverages including a good selection of teas and tisanes. 3F

Dorian's Kawa [Tea room and merchant]
12, rue Four de Flammes, Montpellier; 33 4 67 66 18 71
Over one hundred loose leaf teas served and available for purchase. Open daily except Sunday, 8am to 7pm. 3F M

L'Heure Bleue [Tea room]
1, rue de la Carbonnerie, Montpellier; 33 4 67 66 41 05
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 12noon to 7pm. Wide range of teas, specializing in scented and spiced varieties. Ambiance is like being in a private library. Savouries and sweets on the menu, including some vegetarian choices. 3F

Simple Simon [Tea room]
1, rue des Trésoriers de France, Montpellier; 33 4 67 66 03 43
Open Monday through Saturday, 12noon to 7pm. English tea room serves British teas, scones, sweets and savouries, and afternoon tea. M

Tripti Kulai [Tea room]
20, rue Jacques Coeur, Montpellier; 33 4 67 66 3051
"New Age" style café offering a good selection of teas and tisanes along with a menu of savouries and sweets. Informal à la carte afternoon tea. Open Monday through Saturday, 12noon to 2pm. M

Cappa [Tea room]
7, place Garibaldi, Nice; 33 4 93 62 30 83
Pastry shop and confectioner with indoor and outdoor seating for informal teas. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 7.30am to 6.30pm. M

Nocy-Bé [Tea room and merchant]
4-6, rue Jules-Gilly, Nice; 33 4 93 85 52 25
Located in the old town section. Over fifty teas and tisanes served and sold at retail. Tea tastings and seminars. Open daily except Thursday, 3pm to 12.30am. M

Le Thé [Tea merchant]
39, rue Pastorelli, Nice; 33 4 93 80 45 79
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 12.30pm and 3 to 7pm. Wide selection of teas, both single variety and blends. 3F

Thés de luxe [Tea merchant]
36, boulevard de Strasbourg, Nogent sur Marne

Miss Maple [Tea room and merchant]
8, Place Buffaven, Nyons (Rhones-Alpes); 33 (0)4 75 26 03 54
* Bakery cafe/tea lounge near Avignon.
* Located in town historic district opposite the town hall.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Smoke free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties during regular hours; seats 20.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Cash only.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 6.30pm. Reservations accepted. Fireplace; games and toys. (by Miss Maple, owner) 11/08/2

The Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
6 cour Voltaire, Ollioules; 067 4037 987
* French/Continental style.
* Located in town historic district near Le Vieux Moulin Art centre.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Outdoor seating.
Open Monday through Friday 10.30am to 6.30pm. English groceries. (by Mister T, owner) Updated 12/6 <

Maison de gouts Charmeroy [Tea room]
Saint-Rémy de Provence
(by Heather McDaniel) July 2001
Reviews of this tea room.  

L'Autre Salon de Thé [Tea room]
45, rue des Tourneurs, Toulouse; 33 5 61 22 11 63
Charming restaurant with a good variety of teas. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 8am to 11pm; Sunday 10am to 6pm. M

Pillon [Tea room]
23, rue du Languedoc, Toulouse; 33 5 61 55 03 08
Popular pastry shop and confectioner with a small tea room; good selection of teas served with your choice of sweets. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 7.30pm. M

Saveurs et Harmonies [Tea merchant]
24, rue de la Colombette, Toulouse; 33 5 61 99 32 98
Well-stocked shop offers single estate, blended, and flavoured teas. Teapots, including antiques, and accessories. Homemade French style sweets and biscuits. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 8pm; Sunday to 1pm. M 
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Germany

Tee Potpourri [Tea merchant]
Alexander-Puschkin-Platz 9, Apolda; 490-3644-51-8303
Open weekdays 9am to 1.30pm and 2.30 to 6pm; Saturday 9am to 12noon.  / 

Aurum Teehaus [Tea room]
Akazienstrassse 10, Berlin-Schöneberg; 490 30 7700 8988
* Russian style tea bar or tea lounge.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot, teacup, or samovar.
* Chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
Open Tuesday through Sunday 2pm to 12midnight. Light Russian-style meals and desserts. Traditional English style afternoon tea. 11/6

Schlosshotel Bühlerhöhe [Tea room]
Schwarzwaldhochstrassse 1, Bühl/Baden-Baden; 490-722655-0
Afternoon tea served daily in The Espresso Lounge; open 10am to 6pm for tea, snacks, and cakes. In summer afternoon tea is served outdoors on Hirsch Terrace with a overlooking the Black Forest.  3F 

Tee Handel [Tea merchant]
19 Schweisser Strasse, Frankfurt
Packaged teas, accessories, German-made samovars. Opens 9.30am. 12/02

Teelirium [Tea room and merchant]
Berger Strasse 104, Frankfurt; 49 69 4800 5794
* Tea lounge/tea bar located in the city downtown near Nordend.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea drinks.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Fair Trade products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular hours.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Sunday through Thursday 9am to 11pm; Friday and Saturday 'til late. Reservations not accepted weekends or holidays. (by Teelirium) 5/7

Sofitel Savigny [Tea room]
Savignystrasse 14-16, Frankfurt; 34 85 19
Afternoon tea. 3F

Inter-Continental Hamburg [Tea room]
Fontenay 10, Hamburg; 49 40 4142 2550
Fontenay 10 Bar in the lobby serves afternoon tea daily. 3F

New Earl [Tea room and merchant]
Muehlenkamp 48, Hamburg
* Coffee/tea house in a residential area.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Take-out and private parties only.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or take-out cup.
* Chai.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Child-friendly.
* Seats 55.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit/debit cards.
(by am, owner) 7/10

Park Hyatt Hamburg [Tea room]
Bugenhagenstrasse 14-16, Hamburg; 49 40 3332 1234
The Park Lounge, with a cosy open fireplace, serves traditional English afternoon tea. 3F

Radisson SAS Hotel [Tea room]
Hamburg
Park-Bistro serves afternoon tea with a view over the beautiful neighboring botanic gardens. 3F

Tee Kontor Kiel [Tea merchant]
Holtenauer Strasse 126; 49-431-85389
* Located in the city downtown.
* Loose leaf teas, teabags, pyramid teabags.
* Credit cards.
(by info, owner) 7/10

Schlosshotel Kronberg [Tea room]
Hainstrasse 25, Kronberg; 49-6173-701 01
Afternoon tea served in front of the vast fireplace in the entrance Hall. 3H

Ostfriesische Teestube am Hafen [Tea room]
Rathausstrasse 4A, Leer; 0491 59 82
* Old World style on the North Sea island of Langeoog.
* Cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Special diets with advance notice.
* Private tea parties for adults; seats 45.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Open daily 11am to 4pm. 5/08

Alois Dallmayer [Tea room]
Dienerstrasse 14-15, Munich
(by tea traveler) March 2001

Freisische Teestube [Tea room]
Pündter Platz 2, Munich; 34 85 19
Open daily. Ultra-relaxed café with Old World charm offers over 150 different kinds of tea. 3F

Hotel Rafael [Tea room]
Neuturmstrasse 1, Munich; 29 09 80
The Lobby is open daily, 9am to 1pm, for tea and a selection of cakes from their cake trolley. 3F

Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten [Tea room]
Maximilianstrasse 17, Munich; 21 25 0
Afternoon tea in the English tradition starting at 3pm. Nonsmoking section. 3F

Mandarin Oriental Munich [Tea room]
Neuturmstrasse 1 , Munich; 49 89 290980
Informal afternoon tea served daily in the Lobby Bar. 3F

Tee Handelskontor [Tea merchant]
Munich

Eifel-Tee-Tempel [Tea room and merchant]
Oberstrasse 31, Schleiden-Dreiborn; 49 2485 912834
* Chinese style in a rural area near Schleiden.
* Private tea parties only; no regular hours for tea service.
* Loose leaf teas, teabags, pyramid teabags served in teapot, teacup, gaiwan, or samovar.
* Gongfu tea service.
* Iced teas, chai.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Private tea parties for adults and children during regular and extended hours.
* Etiquette lessons.
* Tea classes/workshops.
* On-site parking.
* Gift certificates.
Open Monday through Friday 9.30am to 12.30pm and 2.30 to 5.30pm. Two-day advance reservations required for tea service. (by Eifel-Tee-Tempel) 1/7 

Tea World [Tea merchant]
Bahnhofplatz 8, Seearkaden, Starnberg; 08151 73700
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Greece

Café Tesseris Epohes [Tea room]
13 Agiou Dimitriou Square, Kifissia, Athens; 30 210 801 8233
Café and tea room housed in a renovated 19th-century mansion. Some teas, mostly herbal tisanes including lime tree blossoms. Open daily, 9am to 12.30am.  M 

Filomousa Café - Tea Room [Tea room]
1 Platia Filomousou Eterias, Plaka, Athens; 30 210 322 2293
Located in the old town area, with indoor and outdoor seating. Teas served with light savouries and sweets. Open daily, 10am to 2am. M 

Hotel Grand Bretagne [Tea room]
Constitution Square, Athens; 30 210 333 0000
Afternoon tea served daily, with piano accompaniment, in the Winter Garden.  3F 

Park Hotel Athens [Tea room]
10, Alexandras Avenue, Athens; 0030 18832711-19
Afternoon tea served in the Park Café in the lobby.  3F 

To Tsai [Tea room]
19th Alexandrou Soutsou Street. Kolonaki, Athens; 302103388941
* Tea and wine bar located in the city downtown near Syntagma Square.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot or gaiwan.
* Iced teas, tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Seats 65.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Cash only.
Open daily 10am to 12midnight. No reservations. (by mlesnahellas, owner) 9/08    
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Hong Kong

Antique Patisserie [Tea room and merchant]
46 Lyndhurst Terrace, Soho Central; 852-2542-2816
* French/Continental style at a bakery/confectioner in the Oriental Crystal Commercial Building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 8.30pm; Sunday and holidays 1 to 8.30pm. 3/10

Cheng Heng Restaurant [Tea room]
9 Yik Yam Street, Happy Valley; 852-2572-5097 3F

Cheng Leung Wing [Tea merchant]
526 Queen's Road W (No telephone)
July 2001

The Excelsior Hong Kong [Tea room]
281 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay; 852-2837-6784
Afternoon tea served daily in the Lounge on the 1st.  `

Fook Ming Tong Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Prince's Building, Central; 2521-0337
Branches located at Mitsukoshi and Sogo stores in Causeway Bay; Ocean Terminal; Harbour Centre, and Tsim Sha Tsui. Teas and vintage Yixing ware. July 2001

Fook Ming Tong Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Hong Kong International Airport, Level 7, Departures check-in hall
An oasis for travellers to relax before their journey begins. Tea and snacks served at table and available for take-out. Shop offers tea and teapots. Open 7am to 11pm daily. 3F

Grand Tea Shop [Tea merchant]
Shop No. 59c, Level 3, Shatin Center, Shatin N.T.; 852-6199-2452
* Tea tastings.
* Loose leaf tea.
* Credit cards.
(by employee) S

H-Tea-O Tea Garden [Tea room and merchant]
Unit F-9, 1/F, Fashion Walk, 19 Great George Street,
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong; 852-2858-8973
* Tea lounge or tea bar in a shopping mall located near MTR Exit E.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in teapot or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Organic products.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular hours; seats 53.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
* Internet access.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit cards.
Formerly located at Queensway Plaza, Admiralty. Open daily 12noon to 10pm. (by Tony, owner) 6/06 4/08

Holiday Inn Hong Kong - Golden Mile [Tea room]
50 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; 852-2369 3111
Café Vienna, located on the Mezzanine floor, serves an afternoon tea buffet daily, 3 to 5pm. Menu includes vegetarian dishes. The two-story high windows create an airy ambiance and provide sweeping views. 3F

Hyatt Regency Hotel [Tea room]
67 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; 852-2311 1234
Afternoon tea served in Nathan's Restaurant. 3F

Honolulu Coffee Shop [Tea room]
176 Hennessey Road, Wan Chai; 852-2575 1823 3F

The Grand Stanford Inter-Continental Hotel [Tea room]
70 Mody Road, Tsimshatsiu East, Kowloon; 888-567-8725 or 852 2721 5161
Tea Terrace and Lobby Lounge serve afternoon tea. 3F

Kowloon Restaurant [Tea room]
5 Parkes Street, Yau Ma Tei; 852-2735 6480 3F

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental [Tea room]
15 Queen's Road Central; 852-2132-0077
"Modern" afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 5.30pm in the Mo Bar. ` Japanese style afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 6pm in the 5th/6th floor Zuma lounge, indoors or on the terrace; for reservations call 852-3657-6388. Updated 10/08

Langham Place [Tea room]
555 Shanghai Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong; 852-3552-3232
* Contemporary Pan-Asian style hotel bar/lounge.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
Tea served daily in Portal Work & Play Bar. A variety of set afternoon teas served 3 to 5pm. Reservations recommended. A good cuppa available all day. 5/09

Lok Heung Yuen [Tea room]
15C Wellington Street, Central; 852-2522 1377 3F

Luk Yu Teahouse [Tea room]
24 Stanley Street /

Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong [Tea room]
5 Connaught Road; 852-2522-0111 x 4822
Afternoon tea served daily from 3 to 6pm in the Clipper Lounge.  `

MoonGarden Teahouse [Tea room]
5 Hoi Ping Road, Causeway Bay; 852-2882 6878
Open daily, 12noon to 12midnight. 3F

Peninsula Hong Kong [Tea room]
Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon; 852-2366-6251
I visited this tea room in December and it was lovely! I had the pleasure of going with two British friends, and the experience was unrivaled. The service is fabulous, the holiday decorations were impressive, and the tea was perfect. I couldn't recommend it more highly! May 2001 (by Kristin in Lexington)

SAVVA [Tea room]
The Penthouse, 25/F Princes Building; 852 2537 1388
* Fusion style tea lounge in a shopping centre in the city downtown.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served Monday through Saturday 3 to 6pm. 

Tea Zen [Tea merchant]
Ngan Ki Heung Tea Co. Ltd., 290 Queens Road, Central, Sheung Wan; 2544-1375
Wide variety of tea and teapots. Taste before making a purchase -- wait your turn for a private tea drinking ceremony. Open Monday through Saturday, 9.30am to 7pm; Sunday 1 to 7pm. 3F

See also Saints Alp Teahouse for a list of bubble tea locations in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and neighbouring area.
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Hungary

Lumbini Restaurant [Tea room and merchant]
District V, Budapest
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Indian restaurant with a large selection of loose leaf teas prepared well. 6/08

Le Méridien Budapest [Tea room]
Erzsebet Ter 9-10, Budapest; 44 870 400 8440
Le Bourbon, an atrium-styled restaurant with art deco glass dome, serves afternoon tea daily. 3F

Montázs Teahouse & Gallery [Tea room and merchant]
District VI. Vörösmarty utca 75, Budapest; 36/1/269-3913
* Tea/hookah lounge at an art gallery.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Alcoholic tea beverages.
Open Monday through Saturday 12noon to 10pm. No tobacco smoking. 11/09
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India

Infinitea [Tea room and merchant]
Cunningham Road, Bangalore; 91-80-5114 8428
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa anytime.
* Tea served in a teapot.
Darjeelings, Assams, Nilgiris, Formosas, China, and Nepal teas. The owners have tea estates in Darjeeling with one of them at the highest altitude, 7400 feet. (by Gaurav Saria) 3J

Cha Bar [Tea room and merchant]
Leela Palace, The Leela Galleria, 23 Airport Road, Bangalore; 91-80-5115-5222
* Tea bar in a bookstore: Sip and read.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot. 
Located in Oxford Bookstore. <

My Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
#293, 100 ft. Ring Road, 4th phase, 7th block, Banashankari, 3rd stage, Bangalore; 2679 1740
* Pan-Asian style.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Private tea parties for adults.
* On-site parking.
Open daily 9.30am to 11pm. English or Indian style afternoon tea. Multi-cultural tea service. (by gam) ! Updated 4/7

Dolly's The Tea Shop [Tea room and merchant]
Dakshinapan Shopping Complex Shop #G62,
2 Gariahat Road South, Calcutta; 91 33 2422-4650/0772
* Contemporary style located in a shopping mall.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Take-out available.
* Tea tastings.
4/7 Updated 2/09

Flurys [Tea room]
Stephen Court, 18 Park Street, Calcutta; 2229-7664
March, 2010: Due to fire, Flurys has temporarily relocated across the street to the Park Hotel. Please contact them for details.  
Open Mondays 10am to 6pm; Tuesday through Sunday 7am to 8pm. #

Infinitea [Tea room and merchant]
18, Rabindra Sarani, Gate 2, Poddar Court, Calcutta
* Tea bar.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Take-out available.
* Private parties.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone. 
Open daily 11am to 7pm. Proprietor's family owns Gopaldhara tea garden. Light meals and desserts. <

The Oberoi Grand [Tea room]
15, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Calcutta; +91 33 2249 2323
* Hotel lounge.
* Afternoon tea.
Tea served daily in Chowringhee Bar and Tea Lounge. 4/7

Teamoods [Tea room and merchant]
Shantiniketan Building
8, Camac Street, Calcutta; +91 332 282 9071
* Tea lounge or tea bar located in the city downtown opposite British Council and Microsoft offices.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, etc. are fine.
* Private tea parties only; no hours for public tea service.
* Loose leaf teas, teabags, pyramid teabags served in teapot or teacup.
* Iced teas, chai.
* Tea tastings.
* Private tea parties outside regular hours.
* Tea tastings; classes/workshops.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* On-site parking.
* Credit cards.
Shop open Monday through Saturday 10am to 7.30pm; Sunday 2 to 7.30pm. (by chayanshah, owner) 4/7 

Nathmull's Tea Room [Tea room and merchant]
Laden La Road, Darjeeling; 91-354-53529 or 53530

Tea Hut [Tea room and merchant]
D-6 Shopping Arcade, Hotel Surya, New Friends Colony, New Delhi; 00-91-11-632-0656
Tea Hut is a specialty tea shop offering pure Darjeeling tea at attractive rates. Hours 10am to 10pm. Hotel Surya, a five-star hotel, serves tea, and sells best quality oolong, white, and Darjeeling teas. (by teadarjeeling @hotmail.com) November 2000

V.K. Enterprises [Tea merchant]
near Samode Haveli, Gangapole, Jaipur-302002
Rajasthan; 009-114-1263-1216
Darjeeling and Assam teas. (by owner) 3F 

Cha Bar [Tea room and merchant]
Apeejay House 3, Dinsha Vachha Road, Churchgate, Mumbai; 91-22-5636-4477
* Tea bar in a bookstore: Sip and read.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot. 
Located in Oxford Bookstore. < 

Atrium at The Imperial [Tea room]
Janpath, New Delhi; 91-11-2334 1234
* Traditional English style hotel tea room in an historic or landmark building.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Buffet style tea.
Morning and afternoon teas served daily. 4/7 

Lochan Tea Ltd. [Tea room and merchant]
2nd Mile, Sevoke Road, Siliguri; 91-353-254-0652
* Chinese style.
* Located in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags served in a teapot or teacup.
* Chai.
* Tea tastings.
* Asian tea ceremony.
* Smoke-free.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Live music.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 9am to 10pm. (by rajiv lochan, owner) #

Cookies Varietea [Tea merchant]
7 Robertson Road, Club Side Motorstand, Darjeeling, West Bengal; 00913542256777
* Located in an historic or landmark building in town commercial district near Darjeeling Tea Planters Club.
* Teabags.
* Chai.
* Tea tastings.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 9am to 8pm. (by sdg_003, owner) 7/06

Tea Emporium [Tea merchant]
Laden-La Road, Darjeeling, West Bengal; 0091-354-2252498
* Located in an historic or landmark building in town commercial district near Darjeeling Head Post Office.
* Loose leaf teas.
* Smoke-free.
* Credit cards.
Open daily 9am to 8pm. (by professional tea taster and tea merchant, owner) 7/06
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Indonesia

Hotel Mulia Senayan [Tea room]
JI Asia Afrika, South Jakarta 11470; 62-21-574-7777
Upscale hotel in the city's commercial district. Traditional English afternoon tea served daily, 3 to 7pm, in The Cascade Lounge. 3/7
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Ireland

Hayfield Manor Hotel [Tea room]
Perrott Avenue, College Road, Cork; 353 021 484 5900
* Hotel tea room or lounge.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea.
Tea served daily, 2.30 to 5.30pm, in the lobby/library. Luxury hotel. 11/6

Kilmokea Georgian Conservatory Tea Rooms [Tea room]
Great Island, Campile, County Wexford; 353 51 388 109
12/00

Ashford Castle [Tea room]
Cong, County Mayo; +353 94 9546003
* Old World style restaurant/lounge at a resort hotel.
* Located in an historic or landmark building in a rural area 30 minutes from Galway City.
* Dress casual but neat - No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served in The Drawing Room. Afternoon tea served daily 3 to 5pm; cream tea 11am to 3pm. Tours of the castle and surrounding park. 6/08

Bee's Teas [Tea room and merchant]
Dick Macks Yard, Green Street, Dingle, County Kerry; 353 94 9546003
* Cottage style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at an art gallery in the city downtown near St Mary's Church.
* Come as you are! Jeans, shorts, whatever.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea, cream tea, dessert tea, theme teas, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot or mug.
* Iced teas, chai, other tea beverages, caffeine-free selections.
* Bubble tea (boba).
* Vegetarian menu choices; special diets with advance notice.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Tea tastings; tea classes/workshops.
* Smoke-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 50.
* Off-site catering.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* On-site parking.
* Live music.
* Gift certificates.
* Cash only.
Seasonal hours. (by Bee's Teas) 9/08 

The Alexander Hotel [Tea room]
Merrion Square, Dublin 2
Afternoon tea served at Winners' with its central theme dedicated to the achievers of the world; their photos adorn the walls. 3F   

The Central Hotel [Tea room]
Dublin
The Library Bar on the first floor serves afternoon tea in an atmosphere of peaceful luxury. 3F   

The Conrad Dublin Hotel [Tea room]
Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin
Traditional afternoon tea served daily in the Lobby Lounge.  3F   

Dylan Hotel [Tea room]
Eastmoreland Place, Dublin 4; 353 1 660 3000
* Eclectic style at an upscale hotel in the Ballsbridge suburb near Trinity College.
* Afternoon tea, Royal tea. 
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Tea served daily between 3 and 5pm; reservations recommended. 9/08

Four Seasons Hotel [Tea room]
Ballsbridge, Dublin
Afternoon tea served in the Lobby lounge. 3F   

The Gresham Hotel [Tea room]
O'Connell Street, Dublin
Afternoon tea served in the stylish Lobby Lounge. 3F   

Herbert Park Hotel [Tea room]
Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Afternoon tea served daily, 2.30 to 6pm, in the sunny conservatory setting of the Terrace Lobby. 3F   

Jacobs Inn [Tea room]
21 Talbot Place, Dublin
Boca Js restaurant serves afternoon tea daily. 3F   

Le Meridien Shelbourne Hotel [Tea room]
27 St. Stephen's Green Dublin 2; 01 6766471
Near Trinity College. Walking through the rain along the streets of Dublin made the tea all the more delicious. Sink into the big flower covered soft chairs, look around at the beautiful room, take in the wonderful piano music played by a lovely woman ... ahh, this is a tea place at its best. (by nancyblackburn @home.com) July 2001. Traditional afternoon tea service, with or without champagne, in The Lord Mayor's Lounge daily, 3 to 5.30pm. 3F   

The Merrion Hotel [Tea room]
Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2; 353 1 603 0600
* Hotel tea room.
* Dress casual but neat; No jeans, please!
* Afternoon tea, cream tea.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Private parties.
* Outdoor seating.
Tea served daily, 3 to 6pm, in The Drawing Rooms or on The Garden Terrace. 3F !

Morrison Hotel [Tea room]
Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin; 353-1-887-2457
Afternoon tea served in The Café Bar, where you can also play chess. Good selection of teas and tisanes.   3E 

Organic Flower Power [Tea room and merchant]
9 Berkeley Street, Dublin 7; 353 01 882 8954
* Tea bar/tea lounge near Mater Hospital.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot, gaiwan, or take-out cup.
* Iced teas, chai, caffeine-free selections.
* Fair Trade and organic products.
* Tea tastings.
* Barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular and extended hours; seats 25.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* On-site parking.
* Internet access.
* Gift certificates.
* Loyalty cards.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 11am to 9pm; Sunday 1 to 9pm. (by info, owner) 6/10 

Radisson St. Helen's Hotel [Tea room]
Stillorgan Road, Dublin; 353 0-1-218-6000
Traditional afternoon tea served daily. M 

The Schoolhouse Hotel [Tea room]
2-8 Northumberland Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4; 353 0-1-667-5014
The Schoolhouse Bar serves afternoon tea daily, 2.30 to 4pm. 3F 

The Westbury Hotel [Tea room]
Grafton Street, Dublin
The Terrace Lounge is one of the favourite places for afternoon tea in Dublin. 3F 

The Old Church Coffeehouse [Tea room]
near Eccles; 353-27 63663
Tea and cakes served in a converted Gothic church. Located on the high road just outside town. 3F 

Glenlo Abbey Hotel [Tea room]
Bushypark, Galway; 353-091-526-666
Afternoon tea served daily in Kentfield Cocktail Lounge.  / 

Sweetie Pies of Galway [Tea room]
The Old Pro Cathedral Building, Middle Street, Galway; 087 2566887
* Bakery cafe in an historic or landmark building in the city downtown near Shop Street.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Pyramid teabags served in a teapot.
* Child-friendly.
Open daily. 6/10

The Steaming Kettle Teahouse [Tea room]
at The Steam Museum
Lodge Park, Straffan, County Kildare; 353-1-627-3155
* Located in a cultural venue 16 miles from Dublin.
* Cream tea.
* Barrier-free.
Open June through August only. Tea served Wednesday through Sunday from 2 to 6pm. 9/06 

Miss Courtney's Tearooms [Tea room]
No. 8 College Street, Killarney, County Kerry; 353-8-761-09500
* Old World style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located in town commercial district near Ring of Kerry.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea, dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Vegetarian menu choices.
* Smoke-free; barrier-free.
* Child-friendly.
* Private tea parties for adults during regular hours; seats 50.
* "Male-friendly" - décor and service are comfortable for everyone.
* Outdoor seating.
* Gift certificates.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm. (by Sandra, owner) 8/08 1/10 
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Israel

Also see Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, which operates several locations throughout Israel.

Ramat Rachel Hotel Jerusalem [Tea room]
Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, Jerusalem; 972-2-6702555
The lobby café serves afternoon tea. 3F

Tmol Shilshom [Tea room]
5 Yoel Salomon Street, Jerusalem; 972-2-623-2758
Book store and café, serves a good selection of teas, infusions, and specialty tea beverages. Open 8.30am to at least 3am; Shomer Shabbat; open motzei Shabbat. P

Ye Olde English Tea Room and Gallery [Tea room]
"Habustan," 68 Jaffa Road, Jerusalem; 02-376-595
* English/American style in an historic or landmark building.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Cream tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Iced teas
* Private tea parties.
* Credit cards.
KOSHER/DAIRY. Open Sunday through Thursday 8.30am to 11pm; Friday 10am to 3pm; Motzei Shabbat until 12midnight. 01/01 Updated 6/10

joanz also reports: There are some nice cafés on Emek Refaim in Jerusalem (not far from Liberty Bell Park) where you have a choice of herbal infusions and regular teas. You can sit outdoors or inside. Ben Yehuda Street also had at least one place where you could sit outside (or in) for tea, and you can also try Yoel Solomon Street (nearby).

Gavna [Tea room]
Kfar Etzion Junction; 02-533-0636; 054-762-2733
* Dessert tea, a good cuppa any time.
Kosher dairy restaurant specializing in a large selection of teas and beautiful vistas. Follow signs toward Bat Ayin to Old Massuot Yitzchak. Open Sunday through Thursday 5pm to 12midnight; Friday 9am to 4pm; Saturday motzei Shabbat. 9/06

Za'afran [Tea merchant]
Ra'anana Industrial District
* Loose leaf teas.
Large kosher gourmet shop offering more than forty blends from Israeli tea company Calisto. <

Mizpe Hayamim Resort [Tea merchant]
Rosh Pina; 972-4-6994555 or 800-555-666 (in Israel only)
The farm shop offers an interesting selection of black and green teas, along with collectible teapots and cups from Tea House of Wissotzky, linking the antique days of the tea era with today. 3F

Sheva Tahanot [Tea merchant]
19 Masarik Boulevard, Tel Aviv; 972 3523 8152
Open Sunday through Thursday, 10am to 1pm and 4pm to8pm; Friday 10am to 4pm. Imported foods shop with a selection of teas. 3L

The Teahouse of HaYarkon [Tea room]
HaYarkon Street, Tel Aviv
(by jschensul)

Wissotzky Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
103 Hashmonaim Street, Tel Aviv; 972-3-561-5666
Large variety of special blends, both loose leaf and in teabags, plus tea accessories. Kosher. 3F 
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Italy

Antica Drogheria Calzolari [Tea merchant]
Via Petroni 9, Bologna; 39 05 122 2858
Small market offering a selection of teas. Open daily except Sunday, 9am to 7pm. L3 

Café delle Acque [Tea room]
Via Oberdan 43a, Bologna; 39 05 123 9642
Tea served at 5pm daily except Sunday. L3 

Calderoni [Tea room]
Via Indipendenza 50, Bologna; 39 05 124 8208
Pastry shop offering teas and sweets any time. Open daily except Tuesday, 6.30am to 1am. L3 

Edonè Tea Shop [Tea merchant]
Via Roma 2, Casteggio (Pavia); 39 038 380 4611 
* Located at an herb/spice shop in an historic or landmark building in the city downtown.
* Loose leaf teas. 
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 8.30am to 12.30pm and 3.30 to 7.30pm; Sunday 8.30am to 12.30pm. Tea accessories. (by edon.the, owner) 12/7

Tea World Shop [Tea merchant]
Via Odescalchi 6, Como; 39 03 1241 366 
* Loose leaf teas, teabags, pyramid teabags.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Tea tastings.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday through Saturday. (by Pino Forte, owner) 12/08

Bristol Tea Room [Tea room]
Bristol Hotel, Via dei Pescioni 2, Florence; 39 05 528 7814
Afternoon tea served daily in the "winter garden." A good selection of teas with cakes, sandwiches, and biscuits. L3 

Peter's Tea House [Tea room and merchant]
Piazza Strozzi 12/13, Florence; 39 05 521 3879
Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 1pm and 3.30pm to 7.30pm. A wide variety of standard and flavoured teas, tisanes, and chai. Teapots and accessories. L3 

La Via del Tè [Tea room and merchant]
Piazza Ghiberti 22, Florence; 39 05 523 44967
Over 250 teas from around the world served with a good selection of savouries and sweets. Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 2pm and 4pm to 7.30pm. L3 

Caffè degli Specchi [Tea room]
Salita Pollaiuoli 43, Genoa; 39 01 246 8193
Open daily except Sunday, 8am to 8pm. Trendy café offering afternoon tea. L3 

Vedova Romanengo [Tea room]
Via Orefici 31, Genoa; 39 01 247 2920
Old-style pastry shop in the historic city centre serves afternoon tea and pastries in the upstairs tea room. Open daily except Sunday.  L3 

Ambrosiana [Tea room]
Via Rugabella 1, Milan; 39 02 8645 4811 3L 

Cremeria il Carrobbio [Tea room]
Via del Torchio 4, Milan; 39 02 8645 1984 3L 

Gran Pasticceria Biffi [Tea room]
Corso Magenta 87, Milan; 39 02 4800 6702 3L 

Park Hyatt Milan [Tea room]
Via Tommaso Grossi 1, Milan; 39 02 8821 1234
Afternoon tea served daily in the glass-domed La Cupola. 3L 

Taveggia [Tea room]
Via Visconti di Modrone 2, Milan; 39 02 7602 1257 3L 

La Teiera Eclettica [Tea merchant]
Piazzale Bacone 2, Milan; 39 02 294 19 101
* Located in the city downtown near Corso Buenos Aires.
* Loose leaf teas and teabags.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Smoke-free.
* Tea classes/workshops.
Open Monday 3.30 to 7.30pm; Tuesday through Saturday 9.30am to 1pm and 3.30 to 7.30pm. Mariage Freres teas. (by stsar/c) 9/7

Cookie & Coffee [Tea merchant]
Via Luca Giordano 115, Naples; 39 08 1578 3144
Specialties are teas and seasonal chocolates. Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 7.30pm. 3L 

Miss Pym [Tea room and merchant]
Borgo Parmigianino 5, Parma; 39 05 2120 6006
English style tea room with an extensive selection of teas. Snacks, meals, savouries, sweets. Vegetarian menu choices. Open daily except Monday, 12noon to 12midnight. 3L 

Foschi Torrefazione Caffè [Tea merchant]
Via Tempio Malatestiano 45, Rimini; 39 054 127 125
Mostly coffees but also a good selection of teas and tisanes. Open daily except Sunday, 8.30am to 7.30pm. 3L 

Babington's [Tea room and merchant]
Piazza di Spagna 23, Rome; 39 06 678 6027 
* Traditional English style in an historic or landmark building.
* Located at the foot of the Spanish Steps.
* Afternoon tea, cream tea. 
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Credit cards.
Open Tuesday through Sunday, 9am to 8.30pm. Costumed servers offer a wide variety of teas accompanied by traditional savouries and sweets. Tea accessories. L3 Updated 4/7

biblioTèq [Tea merchant]
Via dei Banchi Vecchi 124, Rome; 39 06 454 33114 
* Located in an historic or landmark building in town historic district.
* Loose leaf teas, caffeine-free selections.
* Credit cards.
Open Monday 3 to 8pm; Tuesday through Thursday 10am to 1.30pm and 3.30 to 8pm; Saturday 11am to 8pm. Tea accessories. (by owner) 2/7

Hotel Eden Royal Méridien [Tea room]
Via Ludovisi 49, Rome; 44 870 400 8440 
Harp melodies accompany afternoon tea in the Lobby Bar. 3F 

Hotel de Russie [Tea room]
Via del Babuino 9, Rome; 39-06-32-8881 
Traditional afternoon tea served daily in the Stravinskij Bar. S 

Roma Cavalieri Hilton [Tea room]
Via A. Cadlolo 101, Rome; 0039 0635092055
Afternoon tea served daily in the main lounge. 3F 

St. Regis Grand Hotel [Tea room]
Via Vittorio Emanuele Orlando 3, Rome; 3906 47091 
Casual afternoon tea served daily in Le Grand Bar. 3F

Thé Verde [Tea room and merchant]
Via Bocca di Leone 46, Rome; 06-6992-3705 
* Pan-Asian style.
* Located at a boutique in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf teas served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Outdoor seating.
Large selection of teas. 2/7

Caffè del Borgo [Tea room]
Via Malcanton 6, Trieste; 39 04 077 4512 
Trendy spot for savouries and sweets at teatime. Open daily except Monday, 7am to 9pm. L3

Caffè Tommaseo [Tea room]
Piazza Tommaseo 4, Trieste; 39 04 036 2666 
Opened in 1825. Wide choice of teas accompanied by sandwiches and sweets. Hours daily, 8am to 12midnight. L3

Caffè Stella Polare [Tea room]
Via Dante 14, Trieste; 39 04 063 2742 
Opened in 1867, serving a variety of teas and sweets daily except Sunday, 7am to 9pm. L3

Baratti & Milano [Tea room]
Piazza Castello 29, Turin; 39 01 1561 3060
19th century confectionary serving tea with cakes and pastries. Open daily except Monday, 8am to 8pm. 3L

Caffè Canapè [Tea room]
Via Giordano Bruno 71, Turin
Open daily except Sunday, 9.30am to 5.30pm. Good selection of teas and tisanes served with baked goods. 3L

Caffè del Progresso [Tea room]
Corso San Maurizio 69, Turin; 39 01 183 7914
Afternoon tea. Iced tea. Balcony seating weather permitting. Open daily, 8.30am to 12midnight. 3L

Caffetteria La Barriera [Tea room]
Corso Vercelli 75, Turin; 39 01 185 2684
Elegant old pastry shop and tea room with good selection of teas, savouries, and pastries. Open Monday through Saturday, 7am to 8pm. 3L

Tea & Company [Tea merchant]
Via Mazzini 22, Turin; 39 0118170433 
Over 100 types of loose teas; house specialty is Belle Hélène (pear and caramel). Packaged English teas and teatime treats. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 8.30am to 7.30pm; Mondays from 3.30pm. 3L

Beatrice at Fujiyama [Tea room]
Calle Lunga, San Barnaba 2727A, Dorsoduro, Venice; 39 041 7241042 
* Pan-Asian style at a B&B or inn.
* Dress casual but neat.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Outdoor seating.
* Credit cards.
Reservations recommended. 8/09

Caffé Florian [Tea room]
Piazza San Marco, Venice; 39-041-5285 3383 
* Old World style cafe and pastry shop.
* Afternoon tea, a good cuppa any time.
* Loose leaf tea and teabags served in a teapot or teacup.
* Private tea parties.
* Outdoor seating.
* Live music.
Founded in 1720. Live waltz music in the afternoon. 3H Updated 8/09

Coloniale [Tea room]
Piaza Viviani 14, Verona; 39 04 5801 2647
Tranquil café adjacent to Teatro Nuovo serves afternoon tea daily except Monday. 3L  
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Jamaica (West Indies)

Trident Villas and Hotels [Tea room]
Port Antonio; 876-993-2602
* Afternoon tea.
* Outdoor seating.
Afternoon tea served daily. %
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Japan

Barakura English Garden [Tea room]
Tateshina Heights
5047 Kuridaira Kitayama, Chino-City, Nagano Prefecture; 81-0266-77-2019
July 2001

Garden Lounge in the Hotel New Otani [Tea room]
Kioicho 4-1, Akasaka, Chiyoda-ku; 5226-0246
6am to 12midnight daily. Panoramic view of 400-year old garden. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Hilton Odawara Resort & Spa [Tea room and merchant]
583-1 Nebukawa, Odawara City; 81-465-291-000
* Tea bar/lounge at a resort hotel.
* Dress casual but neat.
* Afternoon tea, dessert tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
* Credit cards.
Tea served in Tealax Lounge daily 10.30am to 5.30pm. 10/08

Barakura English Garden [Tea room]
Daimura Shinsaibashi, 1-7-1 Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Prefecture; 81-0662-71-1231
July 2001

Minamoto Kitchoan [Tea room and merchant]
Fudokensetsu Building 1F, 2-16 Hirano-cho, 4 Chome, Chuo-ku, Osaka; 06-6228-6644
Shop open weekdays 8.30am to 7pm; weekends and public holidays 9am to 6pm. Teahouse open weekdays 8.30am to 6.30pm; weekends and public holidays 10am to 5pm. Specializing in Japanese pastries and sweets. _

Atago Jinja Shrine Tea Room [Tea room]
1-5-3 Shiba, Atago-Machi, Minato-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-3201-1331
Located at the hillside Benten shrine, accessible only via staircase. Excellent views. Free admission to the shrine, which is open from dawn to dusk daily. 3L

Bridgestone Museum of Art [Tea room]
1-10-1 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo; 03-5777-8600
* French/continental style.
* Located in a historic or cultural venue.
* Loose leaf teas.
Tea served in Tearoom Georgette on the first floor. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 8pm; Sunday and holidays to 6pm. Small but well-chosen selection of teas and desserts. #

British Traditional Tea Museum [Tea room]
Minami-Aoyama 1-11-25, Tokyo; 3408-4012
11am to 6pm daily. British-style tea room, small museum of tea accessories. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Chayu [Tea room]
Gaienmae, Kita-Aoyama 2-14-6, Bell Commons 5F, Toyko; 81-3-3475-8055
Chinese-style tea room serving a variety of teas. Light meals. (by Tokyoyo) 08/01

Classic Tea Room [Tea room]
Nakano 5-66-8, Tokyo; 3387-0571
12noon to 9.30pm daily except Monday. (by Tokyoyo) 08/01

Conrad Tokyo Hotel [Tea room]
1-9-1 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-Ku,Tokyo; +81 3 6388 8000
* Hotel lounge in Shiodome Building.
* Waterfront location near Hama-rikyu Gardens.
* Afternoon tea.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
Tea served daily 2.30 to 5pm in the 28 Bar & Lounge in the ground floor lobby. Reservations required. 10/08

L'Epicier [Tea room and merchant]
1-28-1 Sendagaya, Minato-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-3479-8966
Over two hundred teas from around the world, sold by the gram. More than 50 locations around the nation; four of these serve tea and the rest are merchants only. (by Shunsuke Takahashi) 10/00 Updated 10/08

Ginza Budo-no-ki [Tea room]
5-8-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-3574-9779
Cake shop located next to the Ginza subway station. Tea and cakes served fresh daily; Monday through Saturday, 11am to 10pm, and Sunday to 7.45pm. 3L

Hotel Okura [Tea room]
2-10-4 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-3582-0111
Afternoon tea served daily, 2.30 to 5pm, in the Orchid Room on the fifth floor of the main building. 3F

Hua Tai Cha So [Tea room and merchant]
Shibuya, Dogenzaka 1-18-6, Tokyo; 81-3-5728-2551
Tea and accessories in retail shop. Wednesday through Monday 10.30am to 8pm. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Mantei [Tea room]
1-19-19 Kichijoji Minami-cho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo; 81-0-422 46 9871
Traditional Japanese tea service, 12.30pm to 5pm daily. Located in an old house next to Inokashira Park. Matcha and Japanese sweets. 3L

Mariage Frères [Tea room and merchant]
Ginza 5-6-6, Tokyo; 3572-1854
450 varieties of tea. No smoking. 12noon to 8pm. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Mother Leaf [Tea room]
Ginza 5-14-5, Tokyo; 3545-1631
Ceylon tea. No smoking. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Nanatsu Mori [Tea room]
2-20-20 Minami-Koenji, Suginami-ku, Tokyo; 81-03 3318 1393
Teas, sweets, and savouries. Decorated with antiques and retro memorabilia. Open daily, 10.30am to 12midnight. 3L

Le Salon de Nina [Tea room]
Shibuya, Dogenzaka 2-23-14, Tokyo; 81-3-3476-5310
Specializing in herbal and fruit "teas." Open seven days 11am to pm. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Saan Kyoumari [Tea room]
Odakyu Department Store, Honten 10F
1-1-3 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; 81-03 3342 1111
A traditional teashop with plain Japanese décor. Located inside a modern department store. Tea with Japanese sweets. Open daily except Tuesday, 10am to 9pm. 3L

Sazaby Afternoon Tea [Tea room]
Roppongi 5-2-1, Tokyo; 3405-1037
11am to 11pm daily. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

So-An [Tea room]
Hiroo 5-17-11, Tokyo; 5789-3290
10am to 10pm. No smoking. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

Tea House Rose Mary [Tea room and merchant]
Kakei Building Aoyama 1F, 2-6-9 Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-5469-1280
Over fifty varieties of English and Chinese teas, served and sold. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 7.30pm; closed holidays. 3L

Thrush Café [Tea room]
Shiroganedai 1-1-1, Tokyo; 3443-3111
Overlooking a 400-year old garden. (by Tokyoyo) August 2001

The Tokyo Dome Hotel [Tea room]
1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; 81-3-5805-2201 or 2111
Traditional tea and herbal infusions served with the Hotel's original cakes in the Lobby Lounge Garden Terrace. 3E

Barakura English Garden [Tea room]
Museum Lane, Ikspiari, Maihama, Urayasu-City, Chiba Prefecture; 81-0142-527-5341
July 2001

Basha Michi Samovar [Tea room]
4-67-1 Benten-dori, 1st Floor, Square Building,
Naka-ku, Yokohama; 045-201-7175
11am to 10pm daily. European-style tea.

Goku (Monkey Magic Teahouse) [Tea room]
30 Yamashita-cho, Yokohama; 81-45-651-7824
* Contemporary Chinese style located in Chinatown.
* Loose leaf tea served in a teapot.
* Caffeine-free selections.
Open Thursday through Tuesday 11am to 8pm. 7/09

Mei Ko Kaku (Chuogoku Cha Geikan) [Tea room]
220 Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama; 045-201-4188
11.30am to 8.30pm daily except Thursday.
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Lebanon

At Home [Tea room]
Yaccobian Building, Caracas Street, Beirut; 961 1 812514 
March 2002

Chez Paul [Tea room]
Sabah Building, Raouche, Beirut; 961 1 812860 
March 2002

La Mie Dorée [Tea room]
Maken Building, Ghazalieh Street, Achrafieh, Beirut; 961 1 777577 or 961 1 791718 
March 2002

La Théière [Tea room]
Old Souk Street, Zouk, Jounieh 961 9 212790
March 2002
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Malaysia

Jackie Chan's Café [Tea room and merchant]
MUSE Floor, Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lampur
* Pan-Asian/fusion style in a shopping mall.
* A good cuppa any time.
* Take-out available.
* Child-friendly.
Light meals, baked goods, sweets. Specializing in China teas. 10/7

The Palette Café at City Bayview Hotel [Tea room]
Jalan Bendahara 75100, Melaka (Malacca); 606-283-9888
* Hotel restaurant located in the city downtown.
* Afternoon tea served buffet style.
* Child-friendly.
Afternoon tea served daily. Special family tea buffet served Sunday 12noon to 6pm and includes access to other hotel amenities. Reservations accepted. 9/06

Saints Alp Teahouse [Tea room]
170-02-01 Plaza Gurney, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 Georgetown, Penang; 604-228-8228 

Palm Terrace Coffeehouse [Tea room]
Holiday Villa Subang, 9 Jalan, Subang Jaya; 03 5633 8788 x 7201/7211
* Hotel tea room.
* Afternoon tea.
Tea served weekdays from 3 to 6pm; weekends 12noon to 6pm. Reservations accepted. <