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    4.9 (16 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    a tea shop with a variety of items
    Johnny W.

    Summary: High quality tea tastings, by appointment only Details: My girlfriend and I have found tea tastings to be a nice way to try out a variety of teas we might not normally think to try, or easily have access to. The Bay Area is flush with tea shops that offer tastings, so we're always on the lookout for similar when traveling. SoCal, rather surprisingly, is lacking in this area, and Tea Habitat was one of these few places that popped up on our radar after a bit of research. $45pp gets you multiple steepings of five teas of choice over the course of a couple hours, from an extensive variety of Chinese teas, with some of the more premium options (largely puerh) running an additional per person cost. Depending on your timing and what you're drinking, you may get a lot more than the five steepings as well: we actually finished our tasting with one of the first pick puerhs that ran an extra $60pp, and probably got close to ten steepings, only stopping because we hit our caffeine and liquid intake limits and just simply could not continue. Because these are all by appointment only, your party and the owner, Imen, will be the only ones in the shop, which makes for a pretty chill tea tasting experience compared to the others we've been to in the Bay, which are usually held in loud, packed shops full of other customers. Fortunately, Imen is a great conversationalist, so you're not awkwardly sitting there for hours drinking tea in silence, though I'm sure she'd accommodate that too if you so wished. Getting to the shop can be a little difficult, being tucked away on the bottom floor of a mixed commercial/residential complex. Access is either through a gate that's usually open on S 5th St, or through a door in the back of the garage complex whose entrance is on the same street. If you get lost, just give the shop a ring. Accessibility: The shop is pretty small, but the tasting area, at the very least, is fairly accessible. I never checked out the restroom since we were headed back to the hotel immediately after, but since the shop is supposed to be coded for access, I would not be surprised if the restroom was accessible as well.

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    Britney H.

    There's no food at this place! Just tea! There's only one person holding down the shop so the service is great! The ambiance is really quiet and I definitely recommend it for tea enthusiasts!

    We had three people and Gold Tasting!

    After visiting Tea Habitat, I can honestly say I felt more proud of my roots! My favorite tea is Phoenix shit, Milky duck shit is a must try not only for the laughs but for taste. If you are looking for an authentic Tea spot please check it out. They also sell mini tea pots and were on LA times, LA magazine and Eater.

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    Ambiance: Quiet, elegant and tasteful Service: Imen is patient and knowledgeable when it comes to tea.

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    The Tea - Salted cream coffee and smashed lime aiyu jelly tea

    The Tea

    4.2(444 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Visited The Tea with my wife on a Saturday evening and it was pretty chill. There's two self…read moreordering kiosks by the front desk which is always a nice sight to see. They have some tables but not enough for a place to hangout to be honest. Their whole concept is pretty much a open kitchen, order and walk to the back and wait for your order. Can get pretty cramped but that's just how their shop is designed. Parking - Free in a one way outdoor lot. If it's full, there's the plaza right next door and/or street parking, plenty overall. Their menu is quite extensive, from teas, boba, coffee, fruit teas, they've got it all. For first timers, they have a signature section which I think is basically their most popular drinks, they're all recommended to try. My wife and I ordered the Oreo Matcha Brulee and the Uji Matcha Latte to share, both came out pretty quickly, around 5 minutes or so. I'm a huge sucker for oreo matcha brulee type drinks and this place made it perfectly. Each sip is full of the ingredients, very refreshing, and perfect sweetness in my opinion with 30% - 60% sugar level. Overall, great tea shop, it's pretty ironic to find a place that's just called "The Tea" which can be hard to search up, but their drinks are high quality, staff is quick, and their shop is clean. Very impressed.

    The Tea or Not Tea is the question. Let's dive into this new tea adventure…read more The Tea is a popular local tea shot in Monterey. They are located in a shopping plaza on Atlantic avenue. Their tea drinks are compendious. Staff were competent. It was my first time here and was impressed with their tea drinks. I had an Avocado smash smoothie and Mango pomelo sago. Both were very good at an affordable price. This tea shop is welcoming and relaxing, Overall, I enjoyed their drinks. I recommend it.

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    The Tea - Toasted brown sugar boba milk tea (left) and oreo taro milk (right)

    Toasted brown sugar boba milk tea (left) and oreo taro milk (right)

    The Tea - Toasted Oreo milk & Coconut taro blend

    Toasted Oreo milk & Coconut taro blend

    The Tea - Mango Pomelo Sago

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    Formosa Aroma - Buy one get one free 買一送一 8/31 - 9/6

    Formosa Aroma

    4.2(614 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$
    Free parking
    Free WiFi

    Been wanting to try this spot and glad we did. Located in a plaza with its own parking lot…read more Spacious and clean with plenty of seating. The smell of tea is so nice once you enter the door. Server was kind, helpful, and patient (as we were trying to decide what to order) Lots of drink choices and love they have BOGO specials. The names of their drinks are creative and so interesting makes me want to try them all. The drinks we ordered hit the spot, they were good just nothing spectacular. The highlight were the Black Sesame Umeyaki. The outside was crispy and inside was soft and so yummy with the black sesame. It comes in box of 4. The Portuguese egg tarts were delish as well. I will definitely come back and need to get their BOGO deals.

    My drink here was pretty mid. I took advantage of a BOGO deal thinking it would be a good chance to…read moretry a couple drinks, but I could tell it was meant to be a BOGO. The drinks were watered down and lacked flavor. Maybe their featured drinks are better, but based on what I tried, I'd definitely stick to the ones featured on the billboard. There's just so much competition when it comes to boba and tea shops in the area. Even with the BOGO deal, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back.

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    Formosa Aroma - Hojicha Tiramisu Black Tea Latte 焙茶提拉米蘇紅茶拿鐵 ---- Hojicha powder sourced from Shizuoka, Japan, layered with rich and creamy mascarpone cheese

    Hojicha Tiramisu Black Tea Latte 焙茶提拉米蘇紅茶拿鐵 ---- Hojicha powder sourced from Shizuoka, Japan, layered with rich and creamy mascarpone cheese

    Formosa Aroma - Mango Pomelo Sago Smoothie 楊枝甘露

    Mango Pomelo Sago Smoothie 楊枝甘露

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    Chun Yang Tea - San Gabriel - Roasted Oolong Tea

    Chun Yang Tea - San Gabriel

    4.7(305 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Pet friendly
    Grab-and-go

    It is always a treat when I get to have Chun Yang Tea! I wish they'd open one in Orange County…read more There are so many drinks that I like from here, but my current favorites are: Mango Coconut Sago ($7.29), Lychee Oolong ($5.99), Kumquat Lemon ($6.59), and Lemon Green Tea with Green Tea Jelly ($5.99). I love that they have an online ordering system that does not charge extra fees. I still hate that this is located in a very limiting parking lot. There is often no parking space available, so it's best to come with someone else so that they can wait in the car while you run in to grab the drinks.

    Tried plenty of tea shops in the 626, but Chun Yang is still one of my favorite!…read moreAs an oolong tea lover, their Osmanthus Honey Oolong Tea Latte ($6.79) is my go to. I usually ask for less ice and 0% percent sugar since it's already sweetened with honey. The oolong is fragrant, smooth and tastes high quality, making every sip a treat. This drink instantly brightens my day. The staff are friendly and ordering from the self-service kiosk makes it quick and easy. It's definitely a grab and go spot. The only downside is that the shop is tucked toward the back of the plaza, somewhat hidden and parking can be difficult during busy times. I usually have better luck finding street parking. With so many tea shops popping up, Chun Yang continues to be one of my tried and true favorites- a perfect fusion of traditional and modern.

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    Chun Yang Tea - San Gabriel - Tapioca Mochi is now available from 7/11/2025. Jelly Noodle is back from 7/11/2025 too.

    Tapioca Mochi is now available from 7/11/2025. Jelly Noodle is back from 7/11/2025 too.

    Chun Yang Tea - San Gabriel - Roasted Oolong Tea Latte

    Roasted Oolong Tea Latte

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    Wushiland Boba - You are getting dizzy...

    Wushiland Boba

    4.3(109 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    It's a solid Wushiland. I have no qualms with the franchise and I think it's definitely a level…read moreabove some of the other ones, like Tapioca Express, Quicklys, etc. , at least for milk tea and I like that there's a good variety of customization. You can make milk tea floats with a scoop of ice cream and get the mini boba. Not many places have that, which is nice depending on what mood you're in. Another big plus is that even though there's lots of boba options here, this is the one that is open the latest in comparison, so it's perfect for when you're done with dinner and want to grab a sweet treat afterwards. You can mobile order or order in store. It took a little bit past the estimated time, but nothing more than 5 minutes, so the workers here are quite efficient, even with lots of orders coming in. We saw many receipt orders on the line and the business was quite bustling for a random Wednesday night. There were seats and tables inside, but all were occupied, but no worries there's tables and seating outside for hanging out and chatting. Pretty casual ambiance, but it's nice to see the touch of personality with how the staff decorated. I just got a standard large, less sweet Ovaltine (I know, I know, but I can't resist a simple chocolate malt milk drink). Easy to drink, no hassles, it's a good Wushi!

    Very friendly staff and knowledgeable about the drinks. Super quick service as well to pick up the…read moredrink. Love that you can get up to triple shot of caffeine so hit me up with that boost! It didn't taste bitter though. Also, they have options for non dairy creamer, whole milk, and oat milk. The toppings aren't that sweet which is great because I normally get 0% sweetness. About four tables with pairs of chairs and a bench so not the most seating when it's crowded.

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    Wushiland Boba - Interior Kiosk Machines

    Interior Kiosk Machines

    Wushiland Boba - Manu (May 2025)

    Manu (May 2025)

    Wushiland Boba - Kiosk Machine (to Order)

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    Chicha San Chen - Taro Paste and Ball with Fresh Milk

    Chicha San Chen

    4.0(1.4k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $

    Yesh yesh & yesh!…read more Quality tea right here!!! The first time I visited this place was when they were fairly new. At that time, I left with a not so good impression. The tea was pretty bland lol I m glad I returned. The most recent visit made me realized that Chicha prob has one of the best teas in SGV. The drink I got had a very nice strong tea flavor. It was quenching! The AC was great here. It made the experience so satisfying! Pricey ? Yesh!! Will I return? Yesh!! Love the AC and the drinks! Seriously...these other hot hot tea shops or restaurants need to follow...

    My buddy called this place the Michelin of tea. I told him to slow down with that proclamation. No,…read morehe was right. This place hits! Arguably the best tea place I've had. And probably the busiest store in the already crazy busy plaza. I see why the line goes out the door. Flavor was excellent. Well balanced. Nothing overpowering. Staff were polite, well dressed, and friendly despite the crowd. Ordering was easy. Ingredients measured which tells me they're consistent. Super consistent. I'm sure others rave about the drink sleeve with the trusty rope handle. Which is surprisingly sturdy. I mean, don't go swinging around your highly crafted drink you paid good money for. But you could. Great vibe, limited seating. Shared plaza bathroom that you have to request a key. And parking is nuts. Bring a friend and drop them off to get in this line while you park. Pro tip. Enjoy and cheers.

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    Chicha San Chen - Inside

    Inside

    Chicha San Chen - Lemon Tart

    Lemon Tart

    Chicha San Chen - Taro milk tea

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    Sunright Tea Studio - Alhambra - Front

    Sunright Tea Studio - Alhambra

    4.1(89 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I had to drive all the way here to Sunright in Alhambra to grab this Limited Time only blue drink…read morethat I've been craving for because I don't live nearby. I really hope they will not take it off the Menu, like never ever because I have fallen in love with this drink already I ordered mine through the inside kiosk and pickup ready in a few minutes. Quick and easy. The ambience is cool, it has instructions to shake your drinks for 17 times which I followed exactly for this reel lol Seriously, for Dodger fans you must come to show your support ~ get your Blue Heaven Frosty before they take it down~!!! It's madly worth it

    This was my second time to the sunright tea studio here in Alhambra. They are located roughly…read moreacross the street from the Costco. I've been to many other locations nearby such as the one in Saint Gabriel and Arcadia. But this is a great alternative, especially if I'm not going to be on this side of town I had mobile ordered before I got in so many drinks were ready to go. I found it funny how there were signs saying do not put your feet against the wall. If you have never been to Sunright tea studio, this is the place with amazing drinks and great options. I always have a difficult decision deciding on what to order here. Parking can go a bit dicey, but sometimes it's not too bad people sometimes are here to grab them and go, but there are a lot of other great business nearby so the parking can get tough.

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    Sunright Tea Studio - Alhambra - Located inside the McDonalds and Ono Hawaiian plaza across from the Alhambra Costco

    Located inside the McDonalds and Ono Hawaiian plaza across from the Alhambra Costco

    Sunright Tea Studio - Alhambra - Outside

    Outside

    Sunright Tea Studio - Alhambra - Mango Chamoy

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    Callisto Tea House - Pot and Tea Set

    Callisto Tea House

    4.9(138 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    This place is so much more than a tea house. It's a reset, a tiny retreat that gently reminds you…read morelife doesn't have to be lived at 100 mph. I just finished a hike in Altadena, found Callisto on Yelp, and wandered in looking for a quiet post-trail moment. Instead, I was met with such a genuine warmth that made me feel like a guest instead of a transaction. The owner herself took my afternoon in a much softer direction. I ordered the afternoon tea service and fell into my book. This is the kind of place that invites you to read, write, and decompress. My tea of choice: Yellow Brick Road with osmanthus flowers blended with Darjeeling black tea. It tasted like sweet blossoms dipped in honey. The service also comes with three mini savory toasts, a scone with mascarpone cream and marmalade, and dessert. I chose the chocolate peanut butter cupcake which sent me into a blissful chocolate haze for the rest of the day. If you crave quiet, delicious, almost healing moments, you need to come here. Wendy, thank you for taking such good care of me and inspiring me to chill out for the rest of the afternoon.

    Love love love everything about this tea house! We came during lunar new year and they were doing a…read morebeautiful vintage tea tasting free of charge and taught us about puer teas vs raw. It was so good I would have paid money to do it, the teas and scones we did purchase were also really good. Really blown away at the atmosphere and customer service by Wendy and the team here will definitely be back very soon!! Would love to know where to find out more about the tea classes offered?

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    Callisto Tea House - Tea cup collection

    Tea cup collection

    Callisto Tea House - Teapots

    Teapots

    Callisto Tea House - Tea ceremony

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    Bon Appetea Cafe  - Alhambra - menu

    Bon Appetea Cafe - Alhambra

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $
    Locally sourced ingredients
    Grab-and-go

    Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to try the coffee…read more Parking was easy, and I found a spot right outside. When I walked in, I was finishing up a phone call. The employee at the register didn't acknowledge me, which I initially understood since I was still on the phone. However, after I ended my call, there still wasn't any greeting or acknowledgment. She looked away and walked toward the back, which immediately gave me the impression that customer service wasn't a priority. A moment later, another employee did turn around to acknowledge me, but by then I had already decided to leave. The shop also had a strong odor that made the atmosphere less inviting for me. Because I didn't end up ordering anything, I can't comment on the quality of the coffee. Based on the menu, it seemed fairly straightforward, but without trying it, I can't give an opinion on the drinks themselves. Hopefully others have a better experience, but unfortunately, the overall atmosphere just wasn't for me.

    I called to order in advance for dine in as I am on a lunch break…read more Ordered Taiwanese sausage rice plate and iced black milk tea. Pretty affordable. I miss when they use actual plates and utensils. Now it's just paper plate and plastic utensils. Be sure to check out their daily specials. Tuesday special is Thai tea. Cannot collect stamp on specials though! Street parking and parking lot available.

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    Bon Appetea Cafe  - Alhambra - Menu

    Menu

    Bon Appetea Cafe  - Alhambra - Menu

    Menu

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    SunTea - Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea - Matcha Brown Sugar Boba Milk - Brown Sugar Boba Fresh Milk

    SunTea

    4.3(73 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    2026 SGV passport provides a free Grapefruit Boom Tea: Really refreshing drink. There's a lot of…read moreslices of grapefruit in the drink. No toppings. During the visit you get a 10% discount on any drink or $5 Dorayaki. Beautiful interior. I studied at the cafe for a bit. Place does get a bit louder depending on the time you arrive. Plenty of spaces for large groups to hang out and catch up with your friends. Parking lot: spacious. There's a shared parking lot.

    Background On Visit: I was driving on Montebello Ave. and all of a sudden I had this hankering for…read morea drink/snack. As I was scanning around for a nearby place, this shop caught my eye. Promo: Buy a drink and get any dorayaki (strawberry cheese, oreo cheese, original cream cheese, or tiramisu) for $3. Credit Cards: They're accepted. Restroom: One unisex restroom to use Location/Parking: Located on the SW corner of Montebello Blvd. and Cleveland. Parking can be found along Cleveland or on Montebello. Ambiance/Decor: Neat ambiance with modern furnishings. Service: Gabriel was friendly, offered great suggestions on what to order, and was quite informational about the shop. On the day I went, they didn't have some of the Dorayaki flavors that I wanted to try. Drink and dorayaki didn't take long to get ready. Drink Of Choice: I decided on the grapefruit boom tea with quarter sweet and no ice. I really liked the drink and was quite refreshing on the day I went. Dorayaki Of Choice: I decided on the tiramisu dorayaki. It was a nice snack and liked the flavor. SunTea For Though: I wouldn't mind coming back to utilize their promo again. Next time, I would like to try their pistacio and oreo.

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    SunTea - VENTI Fresh Fruit Tea

    VENTI Fresh Fruit Tea

    SunTea - VENTI Fresh Fruit Tea

    VENTI Fresh Fruit Tea

    SunTea - Cheese Grape Boom Tea

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