I always enjoy Smith Tea and had to pop in to try their seasonal specials. They had this raspberry beret matcha latte which had this raspberry powder on top which was truly delicious. My friend had a tasty iced jasmine pearl tea. I've also liked their fizzy iced rooibos tea and the pineapple fizzy tea as well. The space is full of windows and light. Beautiful florals from Be floral decorating the space. Staff are pretty friendly as well. read more

Smith Teamaker - Jasmine pearl and raspberry beret matcha latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I've been a years long and dedicated Smith tea customer. I've been ordering their matcha and special batch matcha for years. As well as iced tea, black tea and every other type of tea. I stopped by excited to get a drink and grab some matcha - they do not carry matcha in the store. Ok weird. I finally flag down the attention of some staff after wandering around for a few minutes (in a very small space) and the employee was short with me, kind of stand offish and I felt weird being there ‍ After that experience I decided to look for some new locally sourced tea (and found some in matcha freak thank goodness) so that I could move my money elsewhere. Anyway I was a years long dedicated online customer and coming into this store effectively stopped that. read more

Remarkable fragrance in this place. Since Covid, I've had very reduced ability to smell, but I could definitely smell the amazing fragrance inside of here. The shop is very organized and visually pleasing. Staff members were delightful. We ordered a hibiscus iced tea, a latte, a slice of carrot cake, and a chocolate chip cookie, and all were amazing. Parking is rough. We went around the block about a half dozen times before we finally scored a place, so it may be worth it to park a few blocks away and walk over. read more

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Our first time here did not disappoint. My friend and I both got tea flights so we could try a few things. The staff was super helpful and friendly and the service was quick! Their outdoor seating was a nice touch since it was a lovely day outside. read more

Smith Teamaker - Black Lavendar, Marigold, Big Hibiscus - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Such a fun spot to stop by and grab a refreshing tea! They have a lot of variations to choose from. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and the service is amazing! I love the interior color of this establishment. read more

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I will always stop here when I visit Portland. Smith is my go-to tea brand and I love this tasting room/cafe. Seating is limited, but it's often less busy when they first open. The baristas are so knowledgeable about tea and the flights are great for discovering your new favorite blend. It's so interesting to see the Smith employees working in the back, creating and packaging blends. (They have a limited pastry selection!) read more

Smith Teamaker - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Smith always has a great variety of tea. They process it right there at this location. You can see what's going on in the back through some big windows. I like that they do seasonal blends. Their Lover's Leap in February is one of my favorites. I had to stock up to last me the year because I knew it was going away. One year at Christmas time they had lotion infused with their tea, that was manufactured in South Korea. It's some of the best lotion I've ever had. Sadly it isn't coming back. In addition to buying boxed tea you can order a cup and enjoy it there or to go. read more

We have been meaning to hit this place up for some time now, and it doesn't disappoint! We even found a new flavor to take home! Not all of the teas were for me, and that's what makes this place so great! The opportunity to taste them all without having to commit to a whole box of tea! Loved the staff, very knowledgeable Tea Sommeliers with a gen-tea-l dedication to tea! Seating is close so you hear all the tea, from everyone. The place was up beat, clean and neat, and all about the tea. Edit: we went to the one in nob hill. read more

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Took my parents here after spending time in downtown Portland since we wanted to enjoy tea and late snacks before our next stop. I've brought other friends here before so I knew it was going to be good. The tea shop is super quaint and they have samples of tea leaves you can smell and create a tasting flight for. What caught our eye was their charcuterie (essentially their cheese and tea tasting flight). The cheese comes from Cowbell (nearby local Portland cheese shop) and is paired with green and oolong teas. What a treat! It was quite affordable (around 20) and the four of us had enough bites and tea. We were pretty full so didn't have enough space for their baked treats, which I recall go really well with their teas. This is a stop you shouldn't miss. So affordable and a good stopping point for a light snack while you're in the area read more

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Lovely place. We enjoyed their summer seasonal offering there Will definitely return here - cozy and tranquil place to relax... read more

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If you're visiting Portland, Smith Teamaker is a must to stop by for a cup of tea or tea on tap. Last year when I visited it was a very hot day and the tea on tap flight was so refreshing and tasty. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, tea room, and shop! Our tasting was very unique and pleasant. The four different pours were lovely. I have never had a tea with effervescence, which they refer to as "fruitsmithing"- fruits and spices with bubbles. I learned about cold steeping iced tea. The process of using cold water reduces bitterness and highlights the sweetness of the tea leaves. Last week when I visited the shop I had the newest blackberry jasmine iced tea. I loved it so much that I bought a bag to take home with me. This seasonal green tea is so pretty and ranges from a blue sparkling sapphire to a darker blue like butterfly pea flower. The tea makers, employees, are nice and really are experts with their knowledge and brewing skills. read more

Smith Teamaker - Last year's visit- picture of the Tea on Tap Flight - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I bought a delicious Blackberry Jasmine Iced Tea seasonal release, and it's wonderful. I've been a fan of Meadow, Black Lavender, Lord Bergamot, and Silver Tip blends for a long time. This is the first iced tea I've liked--and the color is beautiful, thanks to the butterfly pea flower. It's blue and tasty. I had limited time on my first visit to this beautiful store and cafe, so I got my Ode to Whiskey black tea to go. It was perfectly brewed but not quite to my liking...yet. I bought a tin, anticipating I'd love it at first sip. I'll experiment more at home to see if my response changes. I would have picked up a black peach iced tea, but they were out. Rest assured, gentle reader, Smith Teamaker has a wonderful website, and I'll be alerted when this tea is available. Their delivery service is efficient and one can subscribe to regular shipments of favorite teas (and get rewards for future purchases). If you're a tea fan, this is your place. This is a great place to take friends and out of town guests who enjoy tea. When I have more time, I'll be back for a London Fog in a ceramic cup. I had a few questions, and there were several staffers to easily answer anything I asked about. For now it's four stars because I spent about 15 minutes browsing and ordering to go. I'll report back once I've actually spent time here first a tasting or a delicious looking pastry with tea. read more

I'm in love, hands down no questions asked in love. Had my first visit in and asked the lovely staff to create me a flight based on their favorites. They asked me a few questions and then selected three exquisite teas for me to try while I enjoyed my delectable almond croissant. I wouldn't have tried 1912 on my own and now it is my new favorite! I do recommend a reservation as this location is quaint and fills up but I got there prior to opening and was able to be seated. read more

Smith Teamaker - Staff selected tea flight - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We had the best time at Smith Teamaker! We both got flights, one was their on tap flight and the other was a flight hot tea that the barista helped curate based on our preferences. They were super knowledgeable about all the different types of tea and gave amazing recommendations. While we were waiting for our tea we walked around and checked out the store area. It was really cute and had a great selection of teas. The tea was really good and we had a great time visiting! read more

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I can always count on this spot for a refreshing tea drink - I especially like coming by in the summer and sitting in their patio which is pretty quiet unless the train comes along. They have several teas on tap and you can get any of the teas they have hot or iced. Even the visiting kiddo enjoyed her hibiscus tea drink. read more

An absolute must stop for me in Portland. As an avid tea drinker this is heaven. I can explore, shop, enjoy all at once. This location is also my favorite of theirs. I like the industrial setting and that it is their manufacturing facility also. Sometimes I just pick up a large bag of loose leaf tea and sometimes I get a specialty drink to go. But occasionally I take my time and enjoy a tea flight. Recently I did one of their holiday blends. Sooo goood! read more

Smith Teamaker - Tea flight. - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Best tea on the planet - IMHO. World class teas with some of the most delicious combinations of flavors. Highly recommend!

The smell catches you outside the building and know it is going to be as good experience as it is. All the teas are available to purchase and the sampling is the way to go, because they all sound so good. Everyone is friendly and everything comes out quickly. read more

Whether you live in Portland or are visiting, check this place out! Interesting, industrial space, pleasant indoor and outdoor seating, and of course a great selection of high-quality teas and tisanes! If you're a specialist in one type of camellia sinensis, e.g., puerh or oolong, this won't be the ultimate tea place for you, although they WILL have at least a few in your category. Many of their teas are blends of different teas and other flavors -- as a tea purist I didn't expect to like the blends, but I admit I've gotten hooked on one (Lavender Black) and also gone nuts over one of the herbal blends (Golden Light). Once you know what you want, you can buy bags to go or order from the website (or maybe find it in a grocery store). But it's fun to come in for a flight, advice from the knowledgeable staff, or just to sit with a friend or a book over a cup of tea. read more

We decided to visit Smith Teamaker after visiting Bob's Red Mill's flagship store and smelling the bulk teas for sale. The jars of tea were so aromatic that it prompted us to look up the supplier, Steven Smith Teamaker. Many tea rooms only offer tastings after registering for a class or making a reservation; this shop, on the other hand, offers tea flights at any time. We were intrigued enough to head over immediately after leaving Bob's Red Mill. Flight ($12.50) - This comes with three cups of tea, of which we went with the Rose Genmaicha, Snowflake Oolong, and the Phoenix Oolong. The teamaker expertly prepares the teas, soaking the bags at just the right water temperature and time to bring out all the latent flavors. The Rose Genmaicha starts with a flowery rose taste before transitioning to more of a roasty toasty rice taste towards the bottom of the cup due to the particulates residing on the bottom. The Snowflake Oolong is light, but very pleasant to drink. It has the classic oolong flavor, but has almost a bit of tropical fruitiness and sweetness undertones. Very delicious. Finally, the Phoenix Oolong has a bit of an astringency, not enough to make me pucker, but enough to make me understand why they claim it's velvety. I can see the resemblance. This oolong is definitely more oxidized and exhibits has some pleasant berry notes. I'm not sure I would say lingonberry like the description states, but definitely berry-like. This was my favorite of the bunch. The teamakers provide water to clear the palette between sips. For those who don't like drinking plain tea, syrup can be add a la carte to sweetness preference. Behind one of the glass doors, we could see tea tasters sipping tea and spitting it out into buckets. They certainly take their teas seriously! Smith Teamaker is a place to hang out and leisurely sip tea while reading a book or otherwise relaxing. I highly recommend a visit for anyone with an interest in tea at all. I am already planning a revisit for their gaiwan tea experience, something I haven't seen offered before at a tea shop. I'm excited to see how the characteristics of the teas change with subsequent infusions! Bathrooms: Single unisex room. Certainly required as three cups of tea will make anyone super hydrated! read more

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Fantastic place. Everyone here is so kind, the atmosphere is wonderful and they have a seasonal menu that's divine. Highly recommend coming here. read more

Exceptional tea flight with flavors that ranged from refreshing and light to warming and spicy. Free wifi and a selection of baked goods to choose from. I really enjoyed my tea experience here expect for the very end. The staff really didn't like me being there, because the minute I got up to use the restroom, they cleared all my teas and dishes away, even when I wasn't finished :( read more

Smith Teamaker - Tea on tap descriptors. The jasmine peach was my favorite. - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I had to hurry here as they bought back my favorite holiday flavor, MORNING LIGHT this season. What a cool spot in the warehouse district area with an array of macaroons and teas of course including tea flights. I appreciate there's both inside and outdoor seating! I also love how they have an ADA lift outside next to the steps. read more

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They have a great product and good customer service. The tea is delicious! The Peppermint Leaves is my favorite evening drink!

Hard to imagine finding such an upscale establishment in the heart of the industrial Central Eastside district, but this is one portion of the city that has continued to surprise me of late. After a long afternoon of playing with the little one at OMSI, a refreshing cup of tea (iced or otherwise) was just what we needed, myself ordering the former (an iced Exceptional black) and my wife the latter (a cup of Autumn Leaves). Sitting on the elevated patio on what is likely to be the last of the sunny afternoon weekend days this year, sipping our tea and enjoying each other's company, my wife and I contemplated our infrequent consuming of tea, and how that is something that needs to be rectified, for both our enjoyment and our good health. We both agreed that a change was in order, and some tea was promptly purchased, in the hope of shaking up our nightly pre-bed rituals and hopefully ushering in a new era of deep, restful sleep. Although some of the loose leaf can be ludicrously pricey here, the quality is top notch, and any teetotaler would be wise to shop here first, instead of settling for some off-shelf bagged nonsense. read more

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If you enjoy tea this is a must-do activity. We loved the ability to do tea flights, both hot and cold. The staff were amazing in helping us make decisions and we enjoyed the tea shop ambiance. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. And there's something for everyone- from tradition teas like earl grey to wellness teas like turmeric. read more

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Great place if you enjoy tea, might be a bit expensive but you could find good tea there

This place smells otherworldly. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with the heavenliest scent. To the left, there are all the teas for sale along with loose leaves for you to smell and in-depth descriptions of each individual tea. To the right, there is a (rather small) tasting room and behind the counter, there's a glass wall where you can watch the workers package the tea. There are lattes, pastries, individual cups, and tea flights for sale. I did the build-your-own flight with digits, lullaby, and kissmet. Digits and Kissmet are both limited/seasonal, but they were delicious! Lullaby was great as well and I'm intrigued to try more of their wellness teas. The staff were all kind and the teas tasted amazing. I was disappointed that we were not able to make a reservation (they have been booked out from mid December through Valentine's Day!) but we snagged a seat along the wall. The whole place really filled up and the line was long, but the experience was well worth it. If you plan on doing some tastings, I recommend making a reservation when possible to ensure you have a place to sit. Seating aside, this is the perfect spot to pop into for a latte or morning snack on the go. read more

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We did three different tastings--two hot and one iced "on tap". The variety of teas to choose was huge--almost overwhelming. One hot sampler was a green and two blacks. All were delicious. The other was all herbals. The cold one was there on tap sampler, where they took there regular teas, infused the with fruit or other flavors, and had the placed into kegs. They were a great exploration of what you could do with their teas. There was also a little shop where you could buy their teas (loose or in tea bags). Here they also had some seasonal tea blends available. read more

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I really love Smith teamaker and the shop is gorgeous. Lots of seating and friendly staff. I do wish the rewards program for the store and the website were not two different programs. The Lovers Leap latte special was delicious and so pretty too. Would definitely recommend a visit or three. read more

Smith Teamaker - Lovers Leap latte to go. So tasty - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I had no idea this existed, but now that I know you can order tea and consume it onsite, I'm in! I had a rose and black tea latte from their Valentines menu and enjoyed it so much I bought a box. It was also their Spring 25% off sale, so my friend and so stocked up on Smith Teas (we're big fans). Only down side is this building is literally right next to train tracks, so it gets loud, so loud you have up pause your conversation every time a train passed. Plus, we both got stuck waiting for a train on our way there. If you're prepared for all that, enjoy! read more

Sat down to recover from shopping and enjoy a hot Green tea. They brought it to the table when it was stepped for the right amount of time so I could get the perfect flavor without guessing. Very subtle and delightful. read more

A great way to try a variety of authentic teas with seasonal tea drink creations. Me and my friends were such a huge fan, we came here two times out of the three days we were staying in Portland. If interested you could also look into their "tea maker's studio" experience where you get to go in the back and do some things (I clearly did not do this as I do not know what these "things" are, but sounds cool regardless LOL) When you order their tea flights, they come with cool informational cards that tell you a bit more about the origins and the notes of the teas you selected. Unfortunately you cannot keep these cards :( ..... TEA AND MACARON FLIGHT: 5/5 my mind was blown with this. just like how there are wine and cheese pairings and the cheese makes the wine taste differently for the better, these macarons make the tea taste differently as well! highly recommend trying this if you don't know where to start your tea journey. I'd recommend drinking the tea making sure it surrounds your entire mouth, then taking a bite of macaron and making sure it coats your mouth too, and then drinking the tea again read more

Smith Teamaker - Tea and Macaron Flight - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is my first time visiting and also brought some out-of-state visitors. They were impressed and really enjoyed the whole experience! This location is in the warehouse district right across from Olympia Provisions. Parking can be challenging around this area but they do have dedicated customer parking. The only issue I had was that the entrance was only accessible by stairs (unless I just didn't see a ramp??) I had a baby in a stroller and luckily had the 2 friends who helped me bring that up and down those stairs. Now the inside is very open and bright. They had a shop where you can buy packaged tea to go, in the middle is the tea bar for dining in, and a private tea room to the right for private tastings and events. I thought the coolest part was that you can actually see into the factory from the shop inside and all the workers packaging tea! So cool! My friends got the tea flights and the Marionberry pop tart and I got the seasonal Merry Maker's Punch. They were impressed with the tea selection and really appreciated the brewing method and care for the most tasty loose tea experience. With the tea flight you get to choose 3 different teas from their wide selection of white, green, black, oolong, and fruity teas. The coolest thing is they all come with a card describing the tea with the map of the region it came from, and also the actual loose tea for smelling and a sensory experience. Bonus was the Marionberry pop tart was super flaky and really added to the Oregon local experience. I also enjoyed my hot spiced fruity punch as well. I recommend this as a must-visit for your trip! read more

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If you like tea, do yourself a favor and head to Smith Teamaker. The tea is excellent, the pairings are great.

Visited the SE tasting room location. Bought 3 boxes of tea sachets, or tried to at least. There were four employees behind the counter. None of them greeted me, let alone acknowledged the fact that I stood at the register for over 10 minutes before someone rang me up. I should note that there was no one ahead of me, and, ahem, the place was not busy. Will not be going back due to the rude, poor customer service. read more

Best tea ever. Green and black. Plus, excellent recipes on their social media. Now, that's the only tea we drink.

We came here after my daughter attended an event at Melody Event Center. The tasting room itself is a nice place to stop, rest, and enjoy a good cup of tea or order a flight. The shop has a beautiful interior, display and a lot of tea selections. They will show you the way to get the most flavor out of what you are sipping. Fun, knowledgable staff. You can watch tea being packaged as you sip. This is a must do for any tea lover, a wonderful experience! I love the Phoenix Oolong and Jasmine Pearl tea. I highly recommend Smith Teamaker. read more

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You have two options at Smith Teamaker: drive into this industrial district to grab a pricey bag of tea and go home to risk forgetting it's in your cabinet. Or (what I recommend) you can give yourself time to linger, forget what's outside the tea room's door, get a tea flight, and enjoy both the ambiance and the flavors in front of you. On my most recent visit, I chose the former option to grab the "Ice Cream Royale" flavor developed in partnership between Smith and Salt & Straw. It was fine, and it'll probably get drank at home, but I felt a yearning to sit down like the folks on the patio or at the tea bar and while away an hour or two. I've done that before and it's really a much more enjoyable experience! So make this a stop when you have time, bring a book maybe, and take it all in. read more

Smith Teamaker - Display of loose leaf teas to smell before buying - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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You know that moment when you forgot where you parked the car? I mean, you really have no clue where it is? That's what happened today, and that's how my friend and I discovered Smith Teamaker. We had no other plans and wanted to check it out, so in we went. When we entered the store, a strong tea aroma hit my senses immediately. The shop was clean, neat, and packed with tons of tea products. We walked toward the register and entered the line. We learned they create their tea blend/products at the location, which was neat. We ordered two tea flights and struggled to pick our top four choices. Me, being too lazy to decide, i ask the friendly staff member to surprise me with 2 of her favorites. My personal choices were "No. 6 Golden Oolong" and "No. 95 Chocolate Peppermint Pu-erh", and my surprise blends were "No. 72 White Pedal" and "No. 86 Dragonwell". I was delighted with her choices, because I got to sample an array of white, green, oolong and fermented tea categories. I liked all of the samples in my flight. They were all delicious and so different. The white petal opened my pallet to the white tea category. Prior to this tasting I thought all white tea tasted like water, but not this one. It had a pretty color and aroma, and was quite enjoyable with tons of antioxidants. The dragonwell was something I grew up with in Taiwan. It also had a great aroma, and the "first dry, then smooth" feeling on your tongue. The golden oolong had a rich favor and aroma, which reminded my friend of Bourbon. The chocolate peppermint Pu-ehr tea was exactly what I expected, and I think it would taste quite delicious with milk and sugar. It was a nice, sunny, fall day. We sat outside with our beautiful tea flights, sipping the tea away as multiple trains blasted their horns while passing by. Was it difficult to talk during the deafening sound? Yes! But how i see it, that sound was part of the experience too! My friend and I just giggled and sipped tea and let the trains do the talking. Overall, I'd recommend Smith Teamaker and their tea flights. Next time, I'm going to try their handcrafted drinks and the cookies that come with them. read more

Smith Teamaker - Spacious interior - Tea Rooms Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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