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Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse

4.1 (2.1k reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Emi B.

I would highly recommend skipping the Char Kway Teow, as it was way too salty to eat and I ended up only picking out the shrimp. The Swedish Svamptoast was a much better, edible alternative, though the bread was a bit soggy from the mushrooms. The standout was definitely the Jamaican Jerk Steak, which was genuinely enjoyable and worth ordering. The dinner ambiance was pretty loud, though the gardens offer a very pretty view. Thanks to a reservation, I was seated right away and the food arrived quickly, but because it was so busy, the service felt a bit minimal, just the initial order and a single check-in with no water refills until the bill arrived. Honestly, dinner fell a bit short, so I'll likely only return for their tea service next time.

Emily C.

This place is AMAZING!! They have over 100 different flavors of tea, including some very unique ones. The breakfast menu also had a good variety of staples, unique items and classic items but with a twist. The history of this place and artistry that went into it will leave you awestruck. I got goosebumps sitting in there, looking at the ceiling and walls as my friend told me that it was all hand carved and painted! You would think a place like this would be super expensive but for tea and a breakfast entree, I got out of there for about $20, including tax and tip, which is basically unheard of these days. If you're in Boulder, you HAVE to come check this place out!

Kim A.

Amazing ambiance for brunch or afternoon tea. There's usually always a wait but it moves fast. The Mediterranean salad was tasty.

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Elizabeth H.

My favorite spot to eat in all of Boulder. Gorgeous interior, great tea and really tasty dinner (that isn't American like every other place around here, thank god).

Tracy L.

Me and my friend were in Boulder and came across Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse when looking up food spots, and loved it was even on the Michelin Guide! We loved how it was so unique and has cuisines from so many different counties. We ordered the Palatschinken as well as the Spicy Indonesian Peanut Noodles. Both were very tasty and loved being able to try something new like Austrian food. If you know what time you'll be eating, I would highly recommend a reservation. Me and my friend were walk-ins and had a bit of a wait, and the restaurant was very crowded.

Mat A.

Our friend really wanted to go here during our Colorado/Denver road trip. We made a point of making reservations in advance because of how hyped they were. This place has definitely lived up to the hype. The ambiance is amazing, and the service is excellent. I have never seen so much tea in my entire life, and each selection is top notch quality. If tea isn't your cup of tea, the cocktails are also pretty delicious. One of the best kabobs I've ever had. No further notes. Highly recommend people come here.

Giant leaf HouKui
Anthony W.

TLDR; beautiful tea house with very nice vibes and a wide selection of teas Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse is a gift from Tajikistan, a sister city of boulder. The entire teahouse is crafted and built in Tajikistan, carefully taken apart and shipped to boulder before being built up the same way. The interiors are beautifully painted and the walls and beams have intricate designs carved in it. There are plants inside and the overall vibe is very relaxing. They have a huge variety of teas, ranging from Chinese, Japanese, Indian, South American, Russian, English, etc. the staff are also wonderful and helpful in choosing what tea to try out. If you are a tea fan and in Boulder, this is a must visit location!

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Rin L.

I have not try the tea, but came for lunch. And im not sure if their seasoning counts as comfort food. Its particularly not for me. All the seasonings had like some part of tea/herbal infused ingredients? Probably great for drinking but not for eating. Service is pretty busy. You can come and do self serve sitting outside otherwise need to reserved ahead of time. Good for trying once, but nothing more.

View from our table.
Daniel S.

This place has a great atmosphere. The employees are friendly and eager to make your dining experience memorable. The food quality is amazing. The drinks, both tea and alcohol are excellent. I will definitely be back!

The gorgeous interior!
Hope W.

One of the biggest treasures we have in Boulder County! I've been here for brunch, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea. My most recent visit was for dinner to honor the anniversary of my mom's passing. It was a place we would often go together. It also happens to be the location of my second date with my husband. So, it's a place that has a lot of personal significance. The food, service and environment also happen to be excellent! I ordered the Indian Samosa for an appetizer, the Italian Polenta with Shrimp for my entree and the Espresso Chocolate Mousse for dessert. All were amazing! The Dushanbe also has one of the best chais I've had in Colorado! The environment is so gorgeous! There's a fountain in the center of the restaurant, huge paintings on the wall. and a building that was shipped from Tajikistan. You feel like you are dining in another country. It's a place that I always take out of town guests because it is so special. The customer service last night was also special. Our server, Micaela, was very friendly, warm and attentive. She let the manager, Patrick, know that I was celebrating my mom. He came over to the table and we had a nice conversation about celebrating our parents who have died as well as the positive culture that is present at the restaurant. That positive culture is due to Patrick. I just love this place, and now I love it even more. If you want a special dining experience this is the place to go!

Indian Samosas , Chai
Shruti J.

Always a good time at Dushanbe! I've been here so many times and I will keep coming back. I brought a cousin visiting to Dushanbe and she absolutely loved it! This time around we tried the dolmas, samosas and the Malaysian noodles with tofu - everything good and fulfilling (I almost never have an entire order of vegan/vegetarian food when dining outside). I got the usual London fog and loved it! Dined indoors for a change - we stopped by at 8 pm on a Wednesday evening. The first time I experience no wait at Dushanbe. Highly recommend especially if you're a tourist visiting boulder - Dushanbe will add to your experience.

Historical signage
Shari P.

Beautiful historical teahouse. Due to popularity it's very hard to get reservations even on a weekday. We were fortunate to be able to go to the bar area and sit and enjoy a cup of tea. Great selection and would love to come and sit for a full tea service one day.

Mediterranean Salad
Sarah A.

They do not take reservations for brunch or lunch so there will be a wait. We arrived shortly before 1pm. We chose to sit in the area with QR code menus since it was open seating instead of waiting over an hour for inside. The full-service patio would have been a wait as well, but we could not be guaranteed shade and we had someone in our party that could not sit in the sun due to medical issues. We sat down and used the QR to pull up the online order feature. My daughter pulled up the menu on her phone from their website as the descriptions on the online ordering site were more like a list of ingredients on packaging that included everything. For example if a bread was listed it had all the ingredients that went into that bread. All of this was strung together and was difficult to read and pull out what was in the dish overall. My friend ordered eggs and toast. She flagged someone down for help as she could not select the type of toast, only to find out there is only one type available unless you need gluten free. It would be helpful if that was noted. I got the Mediterranean salad of mixed greens, hummus, dolma, cucumber, tomato, feta, olive, herb vinaigrette, and pita. The dressing was very light on flavor. The bread was half a pita cut into four pieces. Dolma and hummus were tasty. My daughter got the Volcan de Guanajuato. It was salsa verde, tomatoes, nopales, chorizo, caramelized pearl onions, queso Oaxaca, two eggs, and black bean tortillas. The tortillas seemed like they could be cooked more. They were bland. The chorizo was ok. However, the salsa verde smothering had some chile heat, a slight tang and no other flavor. She ended up eating one of the eggs and a piece of the chorizo, but the rest was not appetizing due to being flavorless. We each ordered a tea. They were ok when they did arrive. The table next to us had five people and they needed assistance with their QR code and ordering so we knew they ordered after we did. However, their drinks arrived at their table while we were still waiting for ours. Our food arrived and I asked about the drinks which still had not come. The waitperson advised he thought they would be out soon. It was literally just three iced teas from their basic tea list, no add-ins or special requests. This was on the pricier side. I expected that due to it's location. It is a pretty building. I doubt I would go back though.

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Favorite tea place ever! So beautiful! Such a great experience! The food and tea was delicious

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Such a special place! We love to bring out of town guests here. It's well worth the wait.

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Can I walk in without a reservation during 'tea time' between 3-5pm? If yes, can I order small plates off the lunch menu?

Ash, Good afternoon and thank you for your inquiry. You are welcomed to walk-in between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m., 7 days per week. However, many weekend days we will be fully… Read more

Can one get just tea a scone?

Yes! You can absolutely get simply a pot of tea with a pastry!

As a first timer, do you recommend brunch, lunch, or dinner? Thanks

I recommend the formal afternoon tea. You must make reservations at least 24 hours in advance with a credit card. For about $30 you get a pot of tea and wonderful selection of nibbles and desserts. They're extremely good with allergies and dietary… Read more

During Covid, Are reservations allowed or required to dine here?

When we went they didn't require reservations and had people well spaced. This was in October of 2020. Hope this helps!

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes :)

How formal is the dress?

Casual is fine

Is there boba tea?

No, they don't offer boba as an add-on to their teas.

Is the food halal at Dushanbe tea house?

No

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