T Shop

Very neat, quiet, intentional and intimate tea room in the heart of soho. Limited seating so either reserve seats for a tasting or get lucky with walking in to some availability. They also offer tea to go, but it feels like a place that you ought to go to experience the tea. The lady who served us was very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained a few different teas when we asked for her suggestions. Extensive menu if you know your teas. I will be back to learn more.

The tea tasting is such a wonderful activity to do with friends, coworkers, or even a group of strangers. This quiet little tearoom is hidden at the end of a corridor, so it really feels like a refuge. Hyun, one of the owners, took ample time to share her expertise, accommodate our questions, and was always kind and patient. An absolutely worth it experience for tea beginners, enthusiasts, or experts!

TShop was an amazing experience! We had a tea tasting with Teresa and could not have asked for a better experience. While our timing was a little off (we had to wait about fifteen minutes and then went half an hour later than originally scheduled) every other detail was amazing. Teresa asked about our tea preferences and experiences and curated an individual tea tasting experience, full of interesting history and information. The place is small – there was one other group when we started and another which walked in right before we left, but had the place to ourselves for most of the experience. We tried Taiwanese, Chinese, and Korean teas, which were each steeped four different times. As we tried each, Teresa shared with us the history and traditions of the teas, the significance behind different practices, and her personal experiences of visiting different tea regions across the world. We will definitely be back 🫖

I am excited to have found this place. As a quiet person i often require a space that feels like it understands why i am overwhelmed. And here i felt not only that, but also that i could be nourished and be myself. I was treated with true kindness.

Teresa is an amazing person who guided us on an unforgettable tea journey. It was such a memorable experience of stories and tea. We cannot wait to return!

Stumbled upon this shop when looking for tea tasting places and what a great find! Had a great time and learned so much, Theresa was so knowledgeable! Highly recommend to anyone!

The tea here is superb! From the first cup of my gaiwan-brewed guided tasting, Old Bush Dan Cong Man Tang Xiang was poignantly flavorful. Even for my amateur tongue, the notes (grape skin with its slight bitterness) hit with astonishing strength, setting it apart from nearly every other tea I've had. The feel became rounder with each subsequent steeping, and my tea expert taught me the best way to breathe after a cup to fully enjoy the lingering aroma. At the end of my tasting, I refused to try another tea because I was still thoroughly enjoying the aftertaste, which had morphed to a full juiciness that kept me smiling for at least 15 minutes after leaving the store. So why not 5 stars? I would have given 4.5 stars if I could. Truthfully this comes from disappointment that my experience was so brief. After the 5th steeping, I was told that was all the guided tasting included. I don't know if I missed this information in fine print somewhere, but I was expecting at least 9 steepings. I've done at least 12 with a gongfu-brewed high quality red tea that I would've kept steeping (there was a beautiful sweet potato flavor that was still so strong even after so many steeps) if I hadn't had to go. Plus, part of how I judge a tea is by how many steeps I can get out of it, especially since high quality tea is pricy and thus a luxury for me. I figure this is a guideline intended to get through long lines of customers, but I was the only customer when I arrived, the entire time I was there, and when I left. Definitely stop by for the high quality tea and the knowledgeable and friendly workers, but maybe factor in service rules that might prevent you from getting as much tea as possible out of a single pot if that matters to you.

Theresa is delightful and so knowledgeable. This was just the kind of experience I was looking for in NY paired with amazing quality tea. Whether you want her to lead a session or just do your own thing, or just pick up some quality tea, I highly recommend stopping by here or checking out their online store.

Dropped by hoping they had room for a tasting but those have to make online. Grabbed two teas to go. Was disappointed. Both of the teas were really watery and no flavor. I would come back and try the tea tasting but after the to go tea I am not sure if I would like to make a reservation for it.

Super quiet and hidden shop in this neighbourhood that serves a nice place to enjoy tea and take a "tea journey". The ladies who run the shop are super passionate about tea and specialise in the Gong Fu style of serving tea through multiple steepings. We sat down and drank tea, talked about all the intricacies of how tea is a lot more complicated than the stuff that is bought in the market. Overall we had 3 teas, 5 steeps each, and talked for 2 hours. The experience was great and I had a blast. The price per person was only 60$ and for the quality time you get it's worth every dollar.

Chill vibes with a decent selection of tea that make it nice to have a conversation with someone. Very small space though and can't fit too many people at a time so not the best for large groups (4+).

Calming atmosphere mixed with excellent service and a range of quality options. Don't be put off by the awkward entrance.

I will 100% be back. This place surpassed my expectations and the selection of tea feels endless! I have been meaning to dive more into tea and this place is a perfect place to try new teas I would not be able to otherwise. The staff here is clearly very passionate about tea and I can tell I will be able to learn so much from them. I came with a friend and we ordered one tea pot to share - but I will definitely be back for the tasting!

Cute little tea shop! It's kind of hidden in the Nolita area, and it's very easy to walk past it if you're not looking for it, since the door from the street isn't labeled. I had to be on the lookout for 247 above the door, accidentally walked into the wrong door, and then went into another door where T Shop is located in the very back. It's a small space with New York minimalism, very different from tea shops in Taiwan. A good friend and I met up there for tea time on a Friday night after work. We really enjoyed our pot of roasted tea, the complimentary hot water refills, and the coziness of the shop. Very nice place to enjoy a cup of tea!

I walked in looking for some tea while my wife was shopping and had the best cup of tea ever. Great selection and very knowledgeable. Would love to return for one of their "tastings".

On a cold and rainy New York day last month I was looking for something to do and to warm me up and thanks to Yelp I was able to find this little gem of a shop. It's owned by a lovely woman from Korea who is obsessed with tea and she is the epitome of a small business owner and you want to support her passion. Obviously, there's tea tasting at T Shop. There's also a super extensive list that you get to choose from ranging in price from around $15/pp to $50 depending on what you're into. We opted for one of the white teas and you get to taste it five different times during its brewing/steeping period. You also get to learn a ton about how tea is grown, processed, etc. so it's super educational. My advice, sit at the bar so you get the best attention. Great rainy day activity. Place is a little tough to find as it's located in the back part of a hallway but, worth it when you're there.

This is a lovely hidden tea shop in Soho/Noho. It's both an AAPI and woman-owned business, so what's there not to love? Whenever I'm in the neighborhood, I try to stop by and pick up a cup to go. The teas that they curate are from China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Their current Korean teas, from Hadong and Buseong provinces, are beautiful and delicious. Definitely stop by to try some when you're in the area.

****edit**** As a firm of apology for my own misunderstanding, I've updated the stars and deleted what I thought was a billing issue, but was my own mistake. ------/// The owner is nice but I can't say I really enjoyed the experience. I ordered a pot of tea for 2. A friend joined a little bit later and didn't order anything but the owner came by to provide an extra cup. This seemed like a nice gesture. So after ordering the tea, i'm given a very small pot to steep the tea in abs a large thermos of water to refill. I understand it's cute and maybe there's a very traditional reason why is like that, but it quickly became annoying to refill that super tiny put which very much leaked.

I came here with my mom for a ladies tea. We tried a 1998 Pu'er with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony tea set. The tea was fantastic and the we learnt something new about the Chinese tea ceremony! Great place for tea and to learn more about tea and various tea ceremonies.

Perfect afternoon spot for tea tasting and good conversation with friends. Entrance is a bit hidden beyond a sign for psychic readings. Once you enter, the space is open with 4 tables and a sampling counter. Shop owner really knows her teas as she curated and sourced the teas herself. The selection ranges from authentic tie guan ying, regional greens, to more lighter selections suited for casual tea drinkers. The best part of going to the shop is learning about the process and best timing for brewing different types of tea. Check out the online store for gifting and buying in bulk.

Such a hidden gem in Nolita, tucked behind the street-front stores giving it a quiet, peaceful, and hidden atmosphere. Shared a pot of the Honey Oolong with a friend and warmed up from the cold. The worker was really knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely be coming back again, maybe to try the full tea tasting.

A good, hidden find! I came here with two others and we were able to get a table on a snowy Saturday evening. We ordered a pot of one of their roasted teas, which lasted us a while and was the perfect amount for us. The place was a little hard to find, but it's just tucked at the end of a hallway/entryway. There are a decent amount of dedicated tea places popping up -- this is a solid one in terms of flavor and authenticity, but I felt it lacked a little on curation and the space itself. We only got the pot, not the tasting, which I imagine would have had a lot more of that curation component I was looking for and have experienced at other spots. Prices are high, but nothing unexpected for NYC.

Had a wonderful time. I'm a complete novice on the art of tea but the instruction was helpful and clear and the company made for a very pleasant and refreshing experience. We tried a high mountain tea from Taiwan. Never imagined how complex and varied the brewing process can be with such varied results. It really is an art.

A little hidden gem that can be hard to find. Be on the lookout for their sign outside the store. It's hard to find because they share a sign with their neighbor and you have to walk down a little hallway. Ranging from $5-10 you can sample a variety of teas. I'm not a tea expert, but it taste far better then when I make my own from Teavana. Highly recommend coming here if you need a shopping break.

Serene space for drinking wonderful tea. The experience of steeping and pouring and tasting different layers with each successive pour (10+) while engaging in quiet conversation with someone is something I'd like to share on a date someday.

My friends and I were looking for a place for tea (we are by no means experts in tea and most of us do not even drink tea that often). One of my friends had been here already and she suggested this place and we decided to give it a shot. It is a bit hard to find but going inside it felt super peaceful and home-y. It was super quiet in there and had a super relaxing and chill vibe. The owner was super friendly and welcoming. Since we were there to literally drink tea we decided to get three different cups of tea. I got the green jade which was a green tea and one of my friends got dong ding reserve and I do not remember the name of the other one my friend got. It did take a bit of time to get our tea since it was the owner making the teas for all of us. But the tea was absolutely delicious and it was good to catch up with each other (a tea shop that quiet is most likely not the place to do that, we were aware), but the owner was super nice about it. People came in and out to learn more about the tea ceremony and sample the tea but it was still really peaceful in there and just a super nice relaxing environment. There is a pretty big bathroom right outside of the tea rooms which is pretty convenient especially after all the tea that we drank.

Beautiful, calming little tea shop, perfect for taking a break out of a busy day or just to get some peace and quiet. It's tucked away at the back of a hallway that you enter through a very nondescript door on Elizabeth St. Inside is a warm, quiet, homey space. The menu is posted on a board on the wall and features a very carefully curated selection of teas. The owner takes a great amount of care and precision into making your tea. I chose the roasted oolong and it was really good. Well balanced with a slight bitterness. The tea is served in a individual glass pot and a tiny drinking cup. I can't say I'm a tea expert (though I've certainly drunk my fair share) but this is definitely a place for those sort as well as casual sippers. The best part though, is the quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

I cannot describe how incredible this experience was. Nishan, the employee, was incredibly knowledgeable and made the tea tasting experience delightful. He was very experienced and passionate about tea which was evident during the experience, making it even better. This is definitely an experience that I recommend.

Quiet spot with a large variety of tea from Taiwan and China. Very good to sit and enjoy a nice warm pot of tea and just relax. The shou puerh was a very standard puerh that accumulates in flavor without being too bitter. It was a nice place to visit on a rainy day.

A great hidden gem. Minimalist by design for you to absorb a fascinating journey in the world of Tea. We did the tasting with the Four Seasons oolong and the variation that came with it was such a relaxing sensation. Everyone will have a different enjoyable experience. Theresa is knowledgeable and provides a lot of great history along with the foundation of the different brewing methods. I'm excited to return and learn more!

This place is ADORABLE. If you love tea and want a unique, homey experience, you have to check this little shop out. This place is tucked away in the back of a space in the middle of bustling Elizabeth St. It's very small and looks like someone's apartment. They have several options for tea: you can do a tasting where you get to know one tea very well, get a simple pot of a teabag of your selection, book an appointment to try speciality teas, or share a pot with a group of friends. We opted for our own cups and tried two different types of oolong teas. I loved the Red River Oolong-you can taste just a hint of subtle sweetness in the smooth waves of the tea. The owner is very considerate and offers re-steeps as soon as you're done. What I like most about this place is the homey atmosphere. It honestly feels like you dropped by someone's house to have tea and it's a very nice way to recharge during a busy day. Since the space is small and quiet this place is best for a pair of people looking to chill for a couple of hours!

Addicted to tea and looking for a place to relax and catch up with two friends, so we happened upon here on a brisk New York night thanks to Yelp. Sketched out by a "TOTALLY HIDDEN TEA SHOP TO YOUR LEFT" sign, I was very apprehensive walking in. We had to wait a bit, as the only staff member was helping a party of 4 do a tea tasting. So you have an option to either: - Tea tasting (5 tastings) $10 per person - Cup of tea (One pot per person - they will re-steep it and leaves last several times) $5 per person - Gong Fu Style - Tea for whole table - $25 We wanted to try various teas, so we went with a pot of tea each. We tried the High Mountain Oolong, the 4 Seasons Oolong and the Red River Oolong. The worker here was really knowledgeable, as we just gave him what hints we wanted in our tea and strength and he found appropriate teas for all of us. We enjoyed every single tea - it's clearly high quality here. The High Mountain Oolong was strong and a bit bitter at the end, which I enjoyed. The 4 Seasons was a nice, green tea with sweetness. It was a bit quiet, as we were the only party, so it made us a bit self-conscious. There also were tea pots everywhere so we had to move around several things and service was a bit slow, but we sat for 2 hours undisturbed for $5 per person with amazing tea, so I'm very pleased. Will definitely be back!

Allocate some meaningful quiet time to allow yourself to fully absorb what they can teach concerning proper selection and preparation of tea allowing for your fullest enjoyment on multiple planes of awareness Brian Tanz DDS UES

Good place to come in the winter . This place is so calm and peaceful highly recommended. The tea is delicious. Go

T shop is the reason I can now appreciate good tea. Can't say enough good things. Rarely crowded, friendly staff, amazing tea. Highly recommend. This is my first ever yelp review. Never have I found a place worth reviewing until now.

It was very nice, small and unique place. I had black mountain tea and it was very smooth. Theresa was very friendly and welcoming.

A hidden gem on the LES for anyone who is interested in learning more about and drinking fine tea. This place is great both for their classes and to just stop by for an impromptu tasting. The only downside- that it's taken me this long to discover the place!

Hidden in the same hallway as a psychic reader, this oasis will have you forget you are in the hustle and bustle of NY. Excellent tea selection, expert brewing and a small collection of quality tea wares. From one tea snob to another, check this place out.

I'm a tea lover and I found this little cozy very friendly t shop! I luv it, not expensive and very traditional. This will be my favorite tea time shop now on!!. Two thumbs up Tshop. You should definitely try it!! Drink tea for health and beauty.

I don't often do yelp reviews, but this place was amazing. Found the shop through reddit.com/r/tea. Huge selection, amazing wealth of knowledge, and it's a great experience. It's $25 for brewing gong fu style at a table (and that's for the whole table, not per person, so it's good for going with company). The price might seem steep (no pun intended) if you're used to crappy tea, but the fact that you can walk into this place and it's QUIET, and you can sit there and brew over and over and over as long as you like makes the price worthwhile. I went with a friend and selected a nice rich oolong. We say for an hour, brewed probably 12-15 pots of tea, and enjoyed relaxing in a very quiet room (with wifi, in case you want to bring a laptop and work!), and we each paid 12.50. And, to make it even more worthwhile: they have a great tea selection, which includes pu-erh!

T Shop is singularly and unquestionably one of my favorite places in NYC. In a city like ours, a city that never sleeps, never stops, and thrives (as well as breeds) on the rush of sound, light, and novelty, T Shop is an oasis. Tucked away down a long corridor, the moment I step through those glass doors, the weight of the island vanishes, and suddenly the peacefulness that is so easily discarded in my day to day swells within me. There's a few tables if you prefer to brew yourself, seats at a counter if you'd rather be surprised and delighted by Theresa instead, but most importantly, the entire shop is both inviting and genuine. There isn't a tea on the shelf that isn't amazing and you can find something for everyone - though a quick word on the selection: T Shop carries primarily Taiwanese teas, which translates to mostly Oolongs, Pu-erh, and some black teas. Still, there are lovely greener teas, and also a white, and I have always felt that no matter who I brought here, they were sure to find something they liked. And they have! So, my yelp friends, I am sure you will too.

Exactly what I was looking for. Dive straight into a tasting with Theresa to learn about tea, how to drink it, and to know exactly what you are buying. Very pleasant. T Shop is carefully curated and really know their product, with a focus on teas from Taiwan and China. I had shopped at flashy, mainstream shops like T2 and was disappointed to get the tea home only to find out T2 adds artificial flavoring to the tea. If you'd like to graduate to quality single origin teas lovingly selected, check this out.

One of those rare and beautiful secrets of NYC A quiet clean peaceful atmosphere Never crowded or noisy It's just me and my tea Time slows If you're looking for a little retreat a quiet place to read your book or collect your thoughts, come here.

Great little tea shop. It is hidden at the back of the building so don't be scared off by the front. We chose the tea for 2 (I forgot the name but basically not the sampling one) and we sat at a little table. When we walked in, there were about 3 other people in there. I believe one of them works there. The other two were just chatting up. We were there for about 2 hours. You can choose your tea. We kind of smelled all of them and upon the lady's recommendation, we chose a oolong tea. The tea was very good. Too bad it closes at 9pm. I would go there for tea after dinner if I could!

Just tea-and a serene nook in nolitha. The host is friendly and pleasant. You will learn a lot about teas and locations where they are grown. They have to go if u don't have time for a sit down session

I was introduced to this shop by a friend some time ago. I've been a frequent visitor since. Not a stuffy environment nor pretentious. Any visitor, especially those new to tea, are welcomed. Tea aficionados, as myself, will especially find pleasure from the highly curated tea selection sourced by the shop owner herself. The interior of the shop evokes a serene and calming experience for tea drinkers. T Shop is a wonderful reprieve from other tea shops, of lack of, serving a more conservative (or "safe") or "trendy" tea selection, catering to the Starbucks-minded audience. Apart from having a cup of tea (which you're offered a generous re-steeping of), you may have a tea tasting with the owner. I highly recommend the tea tasting to everyone. You can sample some teas and gain some wonderful insights on the leaves and process. A wonderful thing for the curious and open minded. Yes. The tea shop is set back inside a long hallway, inside a building. There are signs for it on the entrance to the building and a fold-up chalk board on the sidewalk. You can purchase fine loose leaves and tea ware (and sets). I say T Shop is one of NYC's hidden gems.

absolutely loved this place. will be back. i guess it's kind of hidden, but not as hidden as I expected, so it was pretty easy to find. As everyone else said, look for that fortune teller sign or something. you have to walk down a little hall from the street entrance and they are located in the back. they don't have a phone, so you better make sure you do your looking. it's a very quiet and relaxing atmosphere. so if it's just you and your group, expect your convo to be heard - which is not meant to take away from this place at all. the space is definitely a bit on the small side with about three or four tables. not much space to put your things, so i do not recommend this to be your last stop after shopping. they do have a coat hanging space by the door, which was pretty helpful. someone mentioned tea sampling, I believe. they actually do not offer that. but if you need help with picking out the right tea to try, they can definitely recommend you something. they have a range of oolong, roobis, black, green, and white tea. you also do not brew at the table. they brew it for you and you just pour your own cups from the little pot enjoy, hope you like the experience as well!

It was hidden in the back among several stores. It was a cool experience to have and nice place to catch up, but I definitely wouldn't return. There was a selection of green teas and we were able to smell before choosing. I didn't really like the one I chose and the process wasn't something familiar to me, so the lady gave us the instructions. We had some tea leftover, so they packed it in an air sealed bag which was nice. There was soothing classical music playing in the background, but I think the ambiance would definitely better if the lights were not so bright.

This is a hidden small gem. It is very easy to walk past the store without noticing it. You would probably notice a psychic sign and that is where the shop is (next door). There is minimal seating indoors, but there's a patio for outdoor seating (in the works). When I first walked in, I questioned why this shop was located in the back, but it adds to the soothing ambiance. The unique thing about the shop is that you make your own tea with the tools, which is fun. I love doing things like that, especially since I don't have the utensils at home. I personally love tea, so tea lovers definitely would enjoy the shop. In a place like NYC, places that encourage customers to slow down and relax are not as common. T Shop is where you can you do that. I sat down and had tea for over an hour which makes it a nice spot to catch up with friends. Lastly, the owner Theresa is super friendly and passionate about tea. She has a great collection of teaware that I would love to buy, but I have a lot of unused kitchenware that I have bought in the past.

My favorite tea shop. Theresa, the owner, is super nice, laid back, and not dogmatic at all about tea. Tea should be a fun and relaxing experience, something simple and elegant. Her teas come from Taiwan, whose terrain (hilly/mountainous) offer many flavor profiles I have not found in mainland Chinese teas. She claims she likes to learn along with you and experience things you might have to offer her. I love that! Bring in a tea from home and have a nice hour long conversation with her! You won't be disappointed. Tea quality is wonderful. No astringency, no dryness, no off flavors. Just smoothness. I can't complain. Prices are great and are what I would call more normal. You should not have to spend $80 for two ounces of tea. Yes I am talking to you, Tea Drunk. Try it! You'll love it!

Hidden tea room that was easy to miss when you're walking down the street. The space is in the back of the building. I came in here with a friend who was looking for some tea and a break from walking with a cold. It can be kind of expensive since tea comes in the pots - don't come if you're only looking for a cup or two of tea to talk over. Very quiet atmosphere so we felt compelled to keep our voices down.

My favorite tea shop in NY! I always learn so much every time I come here for tea tastings. Shan Lin Xi oolong is my favorite among the teas thats I've tried, it's so smooth, buttery, and sweet! Besides the high quality teas, they also have beautiful teawares that are available for purchase.

A very charming, low-key tea spot. I'm not a big fan of tea, yet teas here are always very enjoyable. As everybody else mentioned, the owner is super friendly. Every time I come here, the experience is always good and relaxing. That's why I keep coming back (for tea and some quiet time). NYC needs places like T Shop!

Very tiny shop that's hidden by a tarot card reading shop, but cute and cozy! When I first came, it was a wee bit awkward because my friend and I were the only ones in a hidden, quiet, cozy place. We thought we could have a private little chat, but it is WAY too quiet for the shop owner to not hear. BUT the woman is friendly and extremely knowledgable about teas. We had a tea sampler and she taught us about the different kinds of teas, the steeping and how that alters the change of the tea and tea etiquette. She was so sweet and gave us insight on what we might like based on our previous tea tastings. It was my first time tea sampling so I didn't know what to expect, but I learned a great deal about the different depth of flavors within the tea leaves. It was a memorable experience! Not to mention, the tea really did fill us up quickly. Also, she has teapots and teacups that are up for sale. While she was traveling in Taiwan, she brought a lot of tea cups that are beautiful.

Unlike other tea shops, this is a place to get good, authentic tea! The place has a few seatings, very quiet and homie. It has a nice fragrance when you walk in the door. You can make your own tea there, which is different from other places. They have a lot of cute tea pots & cups...also a good selection of tea. My favorite tea is the Gardenia Oolong tea! It smells amazing!

This is my favorite tea shop; it's cozy and friendly.

Been here many times. Can always count on a good atmosphere and good tea. The drinks are well curated and presented, whichever way you choose to have it brewed. An intimate and cozy place to while away some time on a New York afternoon.

Nice little place to take a break from whatever you are doing. If you are so inclined, let the expert brew the tea for you and enjoy the next 30 min or so with peaceful tea tasting.