You order it, they brew it, simple as that. This cozy little coffee shop may be small in size, but it's packed with character, great energy, and some of the friendliest service you'll find. It was a warm day, so we opted for a couple of their iced specialty drinks. Unfortunately, I can't remember exactly what they were called, but I definitely remember how refreshing and delicious they were. They're the kind of drinks you keep thinking about long after you've finished them. Places like this are what make exploring local coffee shops so much fun. Great drinks, genuine hospitality, and an atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. Thanks again for the wonderful experience, we'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area. read more

I love tea houses! I don't see them often, so when I see one I have to go. They sell a lot of tea essentials while also serving teas and little pastries. Limited seating inside and a little bench area outside. Loved the owner, the space, and my tea!! read more

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What a welcome addition to Idyllwild! I came here just before closing at 6pm for a caffeine fix before hitting the road. I got their Silk Road chai with sweet cream. Without tip it was $10 which is a hair on the expensive side for me but the chai tea was very flavorful. The lady at the counter was very sweet considering I swung in at the last minute and wrote on my cup when to enjoy the tea. The interior of the spot is rustic and adorable, with little tchotchkes and art to peruse read more

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Such a gem of a place! The shop was super cute and peaceful! The items they had in the shop were fun to look at and the menu had such a nice variety! Not to mention, the smell of the shop was just so pleasant! Ended up getting the Butterscotch Budino Oolong with the sweet cream and it was delicious! Very mild flavor and complimented nicely with the sweet cream. My sister also got the Thai iced tea and the blend of black tea was amazing! Just brought out the flavor so much! The two ladies working the register were super sweet and loved watching them make our drinks. Excited to come back again and try something new read more

Tea Heaven...It was raining so hard when we decided to walk in to this calm, peaceful place...As on receipt shows the name of host, Bailey Calhoun welcomed us...Such a warm welcoming... I ordered Year of the Dragon Matcha and my friend ordered in the flowers green. We ordered large because we had 2 hrs drive and we wanted to take the rest with us.... This is what we ordered and how much we paid. The exact receipt is copy pasted below: 1 Year Of The Dragon: $7.00 *Matcha (Organic)  HOT $0.00  LARGE $5.00  HERE $0.00 2 OZ COCO MILK (LARGE) $0.75 1 In the Flowers *Green:$5.00 (Organic)  HOT $0.00  LARGE $4.00  HERE $0.00 2 OZ SWEET CREAM *REC FOR LARGE $2.00 Total $23.75 plus tip They have beautiful decoration and warm atmosphere filled with goodies to buy from tea products, warm hoodies, books, toys, decors and etc. The harmony of color, beautiful smell and good energies made us stay there longer then we expected...It's hard to go there and not enjoy all the beautiful vibes and leave the shop... I'll be honest that we enjoyed every sip of our teas. I tried both of them and they were both great! Real quality tea.... Parking was lil bit a problem but its worth the wait time...I'll go back to this beautiful place again it lookslike a retreat for me...Energy healing... read more

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I've been here a few times and for some reason it's always closed. But I was so happy I came in it's very small but quaint and has some really great items. Everybody was very happy and relaxed. Incredibly low cost on the items comparatively to elsewhere. Was definitely enjoyable! read more

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It's been a week and I am still thinking about the Persephone tea that I had here. I regret not buying the bag of it To go, and will buy it next time we are in town! It was the perfect tea to cool you down on a hot day. Cute selection of tea and health related goods for purchase. Nice little sitting areas inside and outside of the shop. Loved the different blends of teas available, and the staff were super helpful with answering questions and providing suggestions. read more

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Truly a treasure of a tea house. The quality and selection of the teas is outstanding. A whimsical selection of merchandise and cozy (but not frumpy!) atmosphere makes one just want to stay there. read more

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I visited the shop yesterday and got large Sweet Cream Matcha. It was not good at all. I was told it was made with ceremonial matcha but it did not taste like it at all (I make matchas at home all of the time). It tasted very watered down and thin. The matcha was also not fully disolved and was $14, which is just crazy! read more

Shala Tea Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Neat little tea shop in the heart of town. The girl working here was really sweet and kind. Lots of choices for tea and cute knick knacks to purchas. I even got to meet Max the mayor dog right out front after. read more

Great tea shop in Idyllwild! We have bene walking past this place for years and finally stopped in. Wow, we were missing out! It started with the "welcome" as we walked in. The place is very nice and decorated very well. Customer service was awesome. We were helped in deciding what we wanted and how to drink and steep and condiments for the teas. The had a great selection of teas. We ordered two cups of Chai's to steep in house. Silk Road and I forget the name of the other Chai. Both were very good. We will be back for more! read more

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Barista was unfriendly, took 10 minutes to make a citrus iced tea that tasted like store bought iced tea and costed $10.

We stopped in yesterday evening and got the Thai tea and the sweet cream matcha, they both were delicious! The drinks were made quickly, and the service was fast and friendly. I'll definitely be coming back on my next trip to Idyllwild. read more

Came to have some tea while needing to take care of some correspondence while we were in Idyllwild. I loved the interior of this shop! So well curated. I'd definitely be coming back and spending more time here in future visits to Idyllwild. The tea selection itself is solid - not the most comprehensive or unique but pretty good for a small shop in town. read more

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When it comes to hot drinks, I happen to fall squarely into the tea crowd. As someone who spends most of his time in the states, us tea lovers do not have equal representation when it comes to specialty shops. So I was so happy to find this place in the heart of Idyllwild. There is an astonishing selection of teas, all of which can be enjoyed on-site, or to-go. You can tell how well they know their stuff because my cup was labeled with the time to begin drinking, allowing it enough time to steep. The tea itself was brewed perfectly and tasted great; one of the best I've had outside London. This was a great way to start a relaxing morning in the mountains. I look forward to returning the next time I'm in town. read more

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What cute tea shop! Stopped by after Idyllwild's July 4th parade and I'm so glad we did! Cute merchandise for sale, but of course we had to try their teas. We ended up getting a Thai iced tea because a previous customer ordered it and it looks so good! Teas was strong in flavor and a refreshing addition to the hot day. Price was good for the size you get too! I would definitely comeback to try other flavors read more

This is a quaint and inviting tea house in Idyllwild. There is a great selection of teas and we decided to try the fruit pies and hot teas. The teas are delicious but OMG the pies were incredible! I had the peach apple and my daughter had the berry pie. They were gluten- free, which was amazing since my daughter never gets to have a piece of pie. The service was great and employees were very friendly. They sell comfortable robes, books, quality hand-crafted toys, candles, etc, I can't wait until we come again! read more

Went on Christmas Day and unfortunately the young lady working at the counter was so unpleasant. She didn't greet anyone the customers had to greet her she looked very miserable not one smile came out of her. Unfortunately, people like her make customers not want to ever come back. I know she's not the owner. We can tell from many places we visit when the owner is there because they typically have a warm and welcoming smile. The place is beautiful but customer service was horrible. read more

This is an amazing tiny tea house that we ran into while visiting Idyllwild. Their selection of tea drinks and gift items, the interior decor, scent and temperature were all on point and made us very relaxed and refreshed. So glad to have find this hidden gem while we needed to hydrate ourselves under the 90s temperature. read more

What a find! My father, daughter, and I stumbled upon this place. From the outside I couldn't quite tell if it was open or what it looked like on the inside, but I'm glad we went in. There were a bunch of delicious sounding teas to choose from and the woman working helped us find the right tea. I chose the "weekend in Barcelona" iced. Which was delicious- even my 2 year old liked it. The pastries all looked great, but we chose the chocolate chip cookie and it was out of this world good. My favorite part was that they had a few toddler toys tucked in the corner; some small building blocks, a bluey doll house, and some legos. This made my visit infinitely more enjoyable. Will be back! read more

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Fantastic tea options and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy your selection. Shala Tea Company also carries various other items for purchase. Definitely worth the stop! read more

Tea was sooo yummy and refreshing!! Genuinely one of the best teas I've ever had. The two women who made it were so kind and sweet! I'll come back every time I go to idyllwild! read more

Love this quaint little spot. Service was wonderful and the tea and cookie was a perfect afternoon pick me up. read more

this is a tea only shop which i absolutely love. i got one of their green tea options iced. it was super good especially for a hot day. the inside has lots of seating areas and was air conditioned so that was a plus. the service was great and they answered all the questions i had. my drink came unsweetened which is good but if you don't like that then be sure to ask beforehand. there are also things to buy like tea and home accessories which were pricey but good quality. definitely recommend. read more

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This place is one of my husband and my favorite spots to visit whenever we get the chance. We'll drive all of the way from Orange County just to be here The tea is spectacular - they have some you can purchase to bring home as well which I highly recommend. Also the mountain jack pie - insane. Get you a slice. Staff is very friendly and atmosphere is relaxing and peaceful. I always leave feeling centered and inspired. read more

Shala is amazing. The quality of teas are incredible the vibe of the place is serene and quiet. Great place to hang out or meet people. Their selection of cups, T accessories is also fantastic. Two thumbs up highly recommend. read more

Trying a little too hard to be bohemian. They pulled it off but it just felt a little corny. Weird to walk through what's for sale when people are enjoying their drinks around it. The care and effort into the tea was good but it's just tea. read more

Beautiful spot to sip and sample some amazing tea. They have such a wide selection of teas to choose from as well as some yummy treats. The staff are friendly and helpful serving you at your seat. They sell a unique selection of teapots and teacups as well as kitchen and spa gifts. Definitely my new favorite retreat. read more

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Found this beautiful gem; a tea shop with a wonderful setting, skilled tea making, and the tea is divine. Thank you for the Silk Road chai! read more

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Cute and cozy little tea shop. Can order tea and enjoy onsite and they have gifts as well- even some kids toys. Idyllwild really needed a space like this. Bring your kindle or a friend and enjoy. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my earl grey tea and baked goods from here! Staff was friendly and the shop smelled absolutely amazing. read more

Shala Tea Company - Vegan mini Bundt cake and an Ube cookie! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Idyllwild, California

I was exploring town when I happened upon Shala Tea. This new tea house is a wonderful addition to Idyllwild's offerings. The environment was stylish without being pretentious - it invited me to stay and relax. I couldn't, so I went ahead and bought a large bag of chai tea to go. They had several different homemade chais, all of them smelled good, each very different from the other. I've been enjoying that chai for weeks now, and cannot wait to return with a book, to relax and enjoy, and to try the other chai flavors! Thanks, Shala! Great job! read more

Stopped in here to see if they had some iced tea options and I'm so glad I did. Not only is the shop darling, but they had an incredible menu of both hot teas and cold brew teas. The owner walked me through all the options... ended up with a green tea, an herbal tea, and a lemonade for the kiddo. Saw some tasty looking baked goods as well. While I waited (they give great detailed service), I browsed their retail offering... amazing books, gifts, aprons, tea sets, and so much more. I could have spent hours poking through each option. Learned from the owner they've only been open a month and a half. It's a really incredible spot and I look forward to returning the next time we are in town. read more

The energy in this tea house is so zen and warm. They have a lot of variety of teas and cute little things to look around the store while you wait for the tea. Their pies look delicious as well. The girl at the counter was very helpful and kind. Love this place! read more

Wonderful new addition to idyllwild! Beautiful quaint place to enjoy properly prepared teA and decompress with a good book. They also have a big selection of home goods and tea accessories. I seriously wanted to buy everything! Looking forward to coming again ! read more

I pop in here regularly for gluten-free pastries and delicious custom tea blends. I've never been disappointed by their recommendations!

The ambiance is awesome, the tea is amazing! I had to contact them through Instagram bc I don't live in idyllwild and forgot to take some home with me and they made an exception to send me some tea via mail, very sweet and great service!!! Will always visit this gem when I visit :) read more

Stopped in while visiting Idyllwild. Very cute shop & the vibe is super calming. Got the Hojicha & green/ginger/herbal blend Sunshine State. Both were great :) Nice & helpful staff too! read more

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Shaka Tea Company is one of the best spots in town! Esp to just relax and enjoy the BEST cup of tea. Delicious variety of choices! Highly recommend!!! read more

Quality tea, delicious pastry, and kind service. We got a English Cream tea with a Lemon Poppy. Recommend for a peaceful and quiet moment after hiking. read more

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