Tea Houses in Seattle (2025)

Part café, part living museum, this tea room inside the century-old Panama Hotel pours sencha and hojicha beside artifacts from Seattle’s Japantown. Recognized as a National Historic Landmark, it’s frequently cited by travel editors for meaningful context and hospitality.

Shiuwen Tai’s Ballard tea studio is a pilgrimage for oolong fans. Expect guided tastings, small-batch Taiwanese teas sourced directly from farmers, and classes that demystify gongfu brewing. Noted by local editors for authenticity and community education.

A longtime Ballard favorite with an ever-evolving list of roughly 150 teas, hand‑whisked matcha, and seasonal tea lattes. Featured by Eater Seattle for deep sourcing trips and a thoughtful program; pastries often include wagashi from local makers.

Since 1996, owners Lydia Lin and Joe Hsu have introduced generations to high‑mountain Taiwanese oolongs through tastings and classes. Praised by Seattle Met for deep ties to tea farmers; a second shop on University Way extends the community reach.

A Pike Place Market stalwart for loose‑leaf classics and teaware, staffed by serious tea geeks who pour cups to help you decide. Regularly recommended by Eater Seattle and Seattle Met as a reliable stop for British‑leaning blends and gear.

In Fremont’s “tasting lab,” herbal tisanes share space with rare teas and apothecary vibes. The team leads tastings and classes, emphasizing botanicals and sustainable sourcing—one-of-a-kind in the city and beloved by tea enthusiasts for experimentation.

Seattle’s classic afternoon tea experience—multi‑tiered savories, scones, and a deep tea list—in a Ravenna townhouse that’s hosted celebrations for decades. Frequently highlighted by Eater Seattle; reservations and current hours are posted directly by the house.

A Wallingford tea bar known for playful, story‑driven blends and hands‑on classes. Eater Seattle features it among the city’s top tea stops, and its 2025 calendar shows tastings and blending workshops that make tea culture super approachable.

This Chinatown‑International District gallery specializes in Chinese teas—aged pu‑er, oolong, and more—poured gongfu‑style by owners who love to teach. Recommended by Seattle Met and respected locally for its deep selection and gracious tastings.

In Pioneer Square, this intimate tea bar focuses on thoughtfully crafted lattes and loose‑leaf blends, often spotlighting local art and community events. A newer independent spot, it’s earned warm word‑of‑mouth and steady hours posted directly.