1. Price- fair but more expensive than other place I've visited before. 2. Selection- fair (I've seen more extensive selection but Perennial has unique offerings) 3. Service- fair (owner is warm and welcoming but is distracted very often) There's also discount offered for high volume purchase. I bought White Champagne Rasberry (which the owner described the taste as a summer cocktail, my first taste of the tea is that it's very pleasantly fragranced but the tea flavor falls flat) and Tahitian Blend (yet to be enjoyed). read more

Yay tea! They have a huge selection of tea and tea brewing devices and you are buying local instead of from one of those big chains. The staff here is really friendly and knowledgeable so you have a great idea of what you are getting before you get it home. I've never been disappointed with any of my selections made here. Check them out next time you are around Pike Place Market they are hidden away in Post Alley. read more

In the city based off of coffee this place was a island of hope. I have I love tea and tea done right. This place warmed me up on a chilly day. They have a large variety of loose leaf teas. They will steep you a cup if you want one for the road. They also have some hot tea already made of your like me who is in such a hustle they don't want to wait! Go here! The staff is great, the space is great, and the tea is great! read more

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Very welcoming and knowledgeable staff! Some of us tea lovers that were loyal to Teavana have been left to figure something else out.. look no further! I actually wish I was coming to this place all along as I got way more info about what I was buying and the differences between the teas. What a gem and with it being in Post Alley it's nice to make a day out of the trip. Also, for the tea I couldn't find which I was wanting to replace I was given some recommendations as to where to search - that was awesome of the staff to help me like that. It's nice to walk into a place and have my needs assessed and met vs be sold on something I didn't want. High quality selection of delicious teas! read more

Awesome tea selection, super nice and efficient covid ordering process. Staff is super knowledgeable & the tea is delicious!

Love this little tea room in post alley! They will brew to order any of the teas on the wall. My only qualm was that you have to buy a honey stick if you want to add it. I already paid $3.25 for my tea! So, my lemon chamomile get a little flavorless, but oh well. I'll keep coming back because it's usually freezing by the time I'm done with Pikes and need something pronto. read more

If you like to know the smell of your tea before buying it, this is the place to go for lose leaf teas. I always have to stop in this Post Alley gem when I am in Pike Market. They always have the teas I am looking for and they encourage you to take the teas off the shelves and smell them to understand the flavors better. read more

You can choose any tea and they'll make you a cup there. They're also completely welcoming and allow you to take any of the teas off the shelf, explore and sniff your way to your perfect loose leaf! I ended up trying the Post Alley Cappuccino Rooibos. It was smooth, with a cappuccino aroma and slight coffee flavor. I could see it making a great tea latte. You can order the teas online if you like. Staff were very friendly, explaining the teas and even giving us a recommended shop in the Bay Area (where we are from) to try out when we finished our trip. Highly recommend this shop. read more

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In all fairness, I'm a tea snob so my review may differ from those that aren't. I've been in a couple of times so my review is somewhat cumulative. The service: A bit cold and awkward. We popped in and ordered tea about 30 minutes before they "stop serving" tea. They were a bit bothered at our late visit and encouraged to-go cups, we wanted to sit and relax from the cold and rain so whilst we got to-go cups we didn't "go" since we had another 30 minutes according to the sign to sit and relax and warm up with tea... the woman just stood there and watched us without any conversation and had the most impatient body language. It was really a really uncomfortable cup of tea to say the least. When we got up to go I tried to cordially look their way and smile but saw nothing except grumbling and wiping up. A bad day, maybe? But I spend thousands on tea, and a warm smile can go a long way for business... The tea: Meh - they keep it in clear glass - whilst at least airtight, light also degrades tea over time and I don't think their turnover for the "real tea" (non-flavored) is very fast, so the flavors are often "flat" and mildly "expired" in flavor. I likely won't pop in again after my last experience. As the Yelp 2 star phrase says "Meh. I've experienced better." read more

Tea was the perfect way to quench my thirst after consuming so much coffee in Seattle. Perennial Tea Room was the perfect break from the hustle and bustle of the market. There are two tables outside, and it's still within the market, so you're right in quiet, good for people watching, Post Alley. There aren't any samples, but you can smell all of the teas from the containers on the shelves. There are so many flavors here: Lime, Chocolate Coconut, Earl Gray creme, and even something called "Wedding Tea" to name a few. Perennial sells loose leaf tea as well as all of the appropriate equipment like diffusers and tea pots, but you can also order hot or iced tea on the premises. I ordered an iced, seasonal tea - White Champagne Raspberry. It was a delicate, fruity, refreshing tea that's perfect for summer. I also bought a sample-sized bag of the Lavender Earl Gray. You can't beat a refreshing drink and some tea to take home for only $5. Perennial's only downfall is that the employees aren't too friendly. read more

Great tea selection and incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff (thanks for the dinner recommendation, the cheese curds were amazing!). We first spotted the shop when we went to dinner at The Pink Door (also very good!) and knew we had to go back the next day to check this shop out. So glad that we did! read more

"See we went to that other place for spices, and we come here for tea. Even though we've been in two other places that have tea, this is where we buy it" This is how I was explaining market shopping to my sweetie. At home we were low on Lapsang, and knowing that he needed gifts to take home I knew Perennia Tea would be the solution. We stumbled on the bergamot sale where everything with this fragrant additive was 15%. A fantastic reason to get the JP Morgan a mix of early grey and lapsang. Yum. The service was effusive, the prices were resonable and the selection divine. They also have tea pots, British candy and crackers, and a variety of gift items. In the market this is where you need to get your tea. read more

Stopped by this seemingly charming little tea shop only to be surprised by poor service and bad tea. I love tea shops and tea rooms, so while in the Pike Place Market area I visited two. When entering the shop, I hoped to buy a cup of hot black tea and also some loose leaf tea to take home. When I asked about purchasing the hot tea, the woman behind the counter barked that the premade tea was great & I needed to try it. I did, but wanted something a little stronger. She was quite put out to have to pour hot water in a cup and steep anything fresh! My husband and I were friendly and kind and thanked her repeatedly for her efforts. Although we purchased several items from the store--including a 1/2 pound of loose leaf tea for $22, she was abrupt and almost rude to us. To make the experience worse, she steeped the wrong tea which was bitter and nearly undrinkable. I love tea--from the most basic English Breakfast to the robust like Lapsong Souchong to the alternative rooibos teas, so this was a surprise and disappointment. My suggestion is to take the time to find another tea spot in the area. The best I have found near Pike Place Market is The Crumpet Shop just a short walk away. Not only were the teas fantastic, but the fresh baked crumpets were out of this world. This will be my go-to spot when I'm in the area. read more

For those of us who love to "do tea" with scones and sandwiches and properly brewed tea...this is NOT the place to go. However, for those of us who also love to shop for unique and delicious tea leaves, this IS the place to stop at if you are in the area. Perennial Tea Room is filled with a large and unique assortment of loose tea leaves to be purchased in any size you wish. There are also many different price points. We have approximately 79 different teas in our cupboard and Perennial has become in our top 3 teas. When you buy an almond flavored tea, there are actual pieces of almond in it. Many times I purchase tea leaves only to discover that the promised flavor is sorely lacking. Not at Perennial. If you purchase a cappuccino flavored tea, it delivers cappuccino. In addition, we had the pleasure of dealing with the husband who owns the store with his wife. He was never pushy and very informative. He was also very friendly. He listened to us describe the flavor profiles we prefer and gave several suggestions. When we arrived home from our vacation, we were thrilled with our purchases. This store is a must for anyone who loves tea. Can't make it to Seattle? Order online. I wouldn't normally suggest that when buying tea, but I have so much confidence in this store and what they sell, I can highly recommend it. read more

Not only were each of the employees incredibly knowledgeable about the products they were selling, the products themselves are amazing. I have never seen such an assortment of tea before. My absolute favorite was the white coconut cream tea. They had a sample of it when I walked through and I had to buy not only a cup to sip on while walking around, but also bought the loose leaf tea to take home. After coming home from my trip, I had to buy online (as we don't have tea rooms like this in Texas) and the shipping was so prompt and quick. Perfectly packaged, too. I will buy from this place for the rest of my life, that's for sure. read more

This place is my favorite place to buy loose tea! First of all, Post Alley is a super fun place to hang out. Besides the Tea Room, try the Wine Tasting Room and the intimate bar with the 1/2 door [the name has escaped me, presently, but it's a pub atmosphere with an amazing bartender/owner]. But tea is a long time passion of mine, and I don't really have a place close to home to buy a variety of good, loose tea in bulk--so I travel to Seattle. My favorite tea, currently, is called Persian Gold--A rich flavored organic black grown and prepared by a mother/daughter business in Iran. Perennial also has many other black, green, white and herbal teas available. Last time, Tea-rista, Dani, was personable and helpful. Part of buying tea is the experience: discussing, smelling and tasting--she was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Until I find a place closer, Perennial will be my first stop when buying tea. read more

They don't have hundreds and hundreds of types of tea, but what they do have is high quality and delicious. You can grab some loose leaf to take home, or enjoy a cuppa by the window, watching people pass. They have a good selection of tea pots, cups and other paraphernalia, and overall the shop looks like a kitschy old British lady's parlor. Not everyone's cup of tea (ha ha see what I did there) but it's nice to stop in for a hot drink and get away from the bustle of the market. read more

Quaint tea shop in Post Alley near Pike Pl Market. They always have teas for sampling and for loose leaf teas will gladly let you sniff before you buy. They also have several mugs, tea cookies, towels, diffusers and European-themed gifts for sale in addition to tea. Because it's such a small shop, the only real seating is on the outdoor patio, so it's really more of a place to purchase tea to go rather than a tea room to sit and sip. The service has always been friendly and knowledgeable here. read more

By Jove, old chap. Do stop in for a cup of tea and a dash of culture. A lovely gift shop and tea room with a lovely variety of tea. By George, I think we've got it! Pip, pip and cheerios and all that rot. read more

Very interesting place but the owner is very rude. We ordered a variety of iced and hot teas that were all very tasty. One note is that they do not offer any honey to sweeten your tea which was a disappointment. There are better options for tea for tea around, skip this one. read more

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We get almost all of our rooibus tisanes from PTR. Friends and family get us black teas from England at least once a year, but if we wanted more for ourselves or for gifts we come to PTR. You can smell the bulk loose leave teas they keep in airtight glass jars, as well as samples they keep out for the packaged teas on the other side of the room. For loose leaf bulk teas, they send your purchase home in individually labelled paper bags that include brewing instructions. They also have a selection of tea pots/sets, tea makers, filters, and other accessories like tea cozies. It's in a quieter section of Post Alley with Kell's Irish Pub on one side, and Rose's Chocolates and a baby clothing store on the other. There are some seatings both inside and outside the store for your sample/purchase of brewed tea. Parking is difficult at Pike Place Market when it's busy/on weekends. There are paid meter parking on First and Second Avenue that have higher turnover. read more

This place is fun if you want a nice break from the sun/rain. It's a cute little store with a great variety of tea blend. They have 4 hot teas already brewed and ready to go when I got there. They allowed me to try samples of their tea. I ended up getting an ice one. They also have a little boutique with really cute tea pots (great for gifts). I like this place. Wish they offered high tea with their selection but they would prob need a bigger location. read more

This isn't your ordinary tea shop. They of course sell loose leaf by the oz or pre-packaged. Then they sell tea gizmos from cups to teapots to the disposable tea bags you fill yourself. Here is where they're different for me... They will brew you a cup of your (loose leaf) tea of choice. YUM! read more

Great spot for a cup of tea. Endless options of flavors and staff are able to guide you on your wants and desires. Absolutely recommend stopping in and smelling the teas along with ordering some for there or to go. Great vibe of chilling for a cup of tea on a rainy day. You can also order tea to go and brew at home in many different sizes. read more

I went in with a list handed to me by someone else, and the staff was happy to help me figure out what I really wanted/needed, and had a few (excellent) suggestions as well. Good tea isn't cheap, so don't come expecting to pay next to nothing, but do expect to come out with some tea you love (thanks to the staff working there) at reasonable rates, even if you have no idea what you're doing the first time you walk in. What else could you ask for? read more

We love tea, and our visit to Perennial Tea Room had us returning since they were brewing the Pu-Er Tea later on in the week while we were visiting. The service was wonderful, and we truly enjoyed each visit. We enjoyed the teas they brewed, and it's a delightful store to look at all the tea related items. If you are a tea lover, this is definitely a place to stop in. read more

Cute little tea shop! They have a bigger variety of flavored and herbal teas compared to their premium single-origin teas. Definitely aimed more at a casual tea drinker or people who like their tea heavily flavored. Not necessarily a bad thing, just different from say, Vital Tea Leaf which has much more of a traditional Chinese, premium tea vibe. Loved that they have a few teas already made for a quick cup; I bought a yummy honey oolong. I also bought a few ounces of tea (white peony and jasmine pearls), although I think I would go for one of their flavors if I went back. They also have a lot of cute teaware, but it's a bit pricey. In terms of staff, I love that the staff told me I could smell the teas if I wanted. I was very intent and focused on finding something specific, and they didn't bother me much, which I prefer over staff hovering over me and always asking me things. When I made my purchase, the girl even said, "You seemed like an intent tea drinker, and I let you do your thing!" Love it! However, this might not be good for someone who wants more guidance and customer service. Really just a personal thing. read more

Nice little shop, tucked away in Upper Post Alley. I'm a big loose leaf tea snob and I have really enjoyed the oolongs I've purchased from Perennial Tea Room. They also have the tea shop equivalent of rotating taps. Everyday they have four teas brewed to choose from. They change it up every day. I like coming in before work in the morning and getting one of the daily teas. Definitely worth checking out if you're into tea. read more

Fantastic tea and service. I have been buying tea from them since 2003 and have never found a tea I don't like. The staff is attentive and gracious. I have only been there in person twice, so I can speak to their mail order service. Having lived in New Hampshire and now Arizona, I usually get my order within a few days. On the rare occasions there is a problem, they call me to let me know. This store is a tea lovers paradise. read more

I tried both (a) ordered online and pickup at store, and (b) purchase directly at store. Both the process are very smooth. The loose tea is high quality and a small quantity is enough for a cup of tea. Sweet and helpful owner! Their packing is also good :) read more

Great place to grab tea and escape the craziness of Pikes place. The store is quaint and the staff is very friendly

Has a fabulous mango sunshine tisane that's great for the taste buds. Came here with the SO after a full day of wandering about Pike Place Market and ended up buying tea, a couple of tea books and a tea cosy. The shop was very inviting, in my defense. They also had a good selection of available teas for sale. We came back a couple of days later. The tea was that good. read more

I was introduced to the Perennial Tea Room the first time I came up to Seattle during the summer of 2008. I've been a tea lover since I was quite young, and the moment I stepped into this shop, I was pretty much in heaven. It smells amazing, and all of their teas and tisanes are very high quality. Since I moved up to Seattle this past summer, I've become a true regular at this place (everyone who works there knows my name, the owners chat with me on a regular basis, and I've tried just about every tea that they carry that I'm not allergic to). I absolutely love their selection, and they have very much impressed me by carrying a few tisanes that I like (I'm generally a black tea sort of guy, to the point where when I walk in the door, they usually start pouring a cup of black tea for me). I love the atmosphere of the shop, and on a not-too-busy day, I'll sometimes sit in here for hours, working on my current writing project, and chatting with the people who work here and other regulars. It's a really warm and friendly place, and it's been a definite grounding place for me since I moved up here. If you're a great lover of rich black teas, I have to recommend my absolute favorite tea: their Doomur Dullung Estate Assam. Both of the Estate Assams that they carry are excellent, but I love the rounder, tippier flavor of the Doomur Dullung. My greatest recommendation would be to go into the shop and sniff around! You're allowed to go back behind the counter and open jars, in fact, the owners and the rest of the people who work there will encourage you to do so. Taste whatever they have brewed, and buy a $2 cup of tea. (Or if you don't like the sound of anything that they have brewed, they will brew anything that they have in the shop for you for $2.50). This is on the list of places that I bring anyone who visits me in Seattle (or just about anyone I know in Seattle who hasn't been there before). The Perennial is an amazing shop, and their quality, both of service and of tea, is astounding! read more