Teaism Dupont Circle

Amazing food we got the rice and tea and the glass noodles. Everything was a really nice portion for a large lunch for one person or a nice snack for two. They have a good tea selection I would recommend branching out from the sweet macha (though it is tasty) I am vegan and it is 110% vegan approved!

If you love Asian food 🥘 and tea🧋 🫖 this is the place to go. They specify exactly what tea options they have and where the tea originates from. As someone who has been to Japan they definitely have plenty of Asian dishes which smelled and looked delicious. I will definitely be back

Wide assortment of teas. Really nice, old house setting (though seating is limited) Ordered the salmon bento and it was alright. Came with salmon (no flavor and not hot enough), broccoli (cold but cooked), brown rice (cold and old!), and sweet potatoes (best part because they had a sauce on them that tasted like something. Would come back but likely just for tea.

I com here often for lunch with my partner and we love it! We are vegetarians and usually order the black bean bento box and the veggie okonomiyaki. It’s so full of flavor and plenty of food for two! We always wonder if we should try other things because all the other food we see in the other tables always look great, but we like these two too much to change, maybe next time! The teas are also great!

Teaism is a well-known teahouse brand with four shops in Washington, DC. I prefer the one in Dupont Circle because it has a cozy and homely feel, especially the upstairs dining area with windows overlooking the street. The place has an Asian-inspired decor and offers quality teas, all-day breakfast, bento boxes, light Japanese and Thai-style meals, and some snacks such as cookies and Asian-inspired desserts like matcha gelato, jasmine creme brulee, and mochi. We ordered salmon and Korean Beef Brisket bento sets, which tasted amazing. The salads that came with them added crunchiness to the food. The mochi had the expected texture and taste. It's a self-service establishment, so there is little to discuss about the service.

The taste of the food was dreamy. I had the black beans cake bento box and every piece of food had a very special flavor to it being overall really tasty, well presented and enough to fill one up. The tea I had was super nice and cozy, definitely will come back to try more brews and food! The place and staff were very welcoming, I praise the relaxing vibes and friendliness. Thank you for offering such a nice experience!

This has been my go-to study spot for three years now - the tea is lovely, the ambience is wonderful, and the food is delicious. Doesn't suffer from overcrowding like other cafes in the area, although Sundays seem to get a little busy. Great spot to grab a bite to eat and work/read. They've changed the bento box options over the years but the salmon is my favorite :)

Lovely Tea Shop hidden amongst greenery off the main street near DuPont Circle! If you just want to sit in peace and have a pot of tea to yourself watching passerbys, this is the spot for you! :-) Sip slow and enjoy!

They serve a variety of quality loose leaf teas! Berry beauty; Lavender, lemon & mint; or Mind & Body are my favorite tisanes...delicious and comforting! I would also recommend ordering a pot of tea with the ginger scones if you're looking for a mid-day treat in DuPont. I've never ordered a meal, but the food always smells delicious. Note- if you're thinking of coming to study there isn't WiFi or outlets. Better to bring a book, journal, or a friend :-)

I stopped by one day after dinner, and the inside was really quite charming. Felt like I was in some random hole in the wall, only to later find out that they have a couple location across DC. Still a really charming location! I got a milk tea with boba, and it was great. It had a really strong tea flavor, with a perfect balance of creamy milk. The pearls were maybe a bit softer than I would like, but still surprisingly good. Definitely on the sweeter side, and I don't think they offer sweetness adjustments (?), so I would very much treat it as a dessert, rather than a refreshing drink or snack. Still, was yummy! I also saw they had some special for a tea cake, so I got one of those as well. Also super sweet, but overall good crumb and was yummy too. Would highly recommend if you want to grab some boba!

We stopped in this tea house after a morning spent at the O Museum. You order at a kiosk or the counter and wait until your number is called. There is some seating against the wall and more up a flight of stairs. I ordered okonomiyaki (cabbage pancake) with a fried egg and chicken sausage. My companions ordered another okonomiyaki pancake and the other ordered salmon ochazuke- Japanese rice & tea soup made with Hojicha green tea. My pancake was as large as the plate, but warm and crisp and the cabbage was tender, with flavorful sauces on top. I did not like the sausage. My friend loved the ochazuke - the salmon was perfect and the hot tea was the wonderful flavoring. There is a great tea selection- although I chose a boba - which was only one flavor - black tea although I did enjoy the chewy boba. I also would like to try the oat cookies they are well known for -- next time I guess. We enjoyed the food very much. I did not like the setup at all where you have to ascend steep stairs holding your heavy food-laden tray to the upper level of seating. I also did not like that the bathroom was almost in the kitchen and that mops and cleaning supplies are almost on the grill.

Not a real boba or bubble tea place. Very disappointed with the choices. Not sure how they get their high Yelp rating. It could be that we didn't go at the right time - minutes before they close.

been here a couple of times and i love the huge selection of tea they have here! went for dinner with a friend and we both got the udon (hers veggie mine shrimp) and jasmine green tea. i also like to get my matcha powder from here too

One of my favorite spots near Dupont for work or coffee chats. They serve a great variety of good quality teas and delicious food. As an oatmeal raisin lover, I have to try the salty oats cookie. It's delicious, the right amount of sweet and salty, just slightly more crumbly and drier than the decadent Levains that I'm used to. This location is not very big but feels cozy and homey. You order at the counter and the food is usually ready pretty fast.

I had an amazing first experience at Teaism! One thing I REALLY appreciated was how each of their menu items had a visual to go with the written description. This really helped me figure out what I wanted / what I would be getting. The staff was also super patient and kind with any questions I had. I ordered their beef brisk sandwich broccoli, and my friend had their curry and broccoli tots. I thoroughly enjoyed my sandwich: the brisket was so tender, the ciabatta was fresh and perfectly toasted, and the coleslaw had a fun coconutty twist to it! I really liked the sweetness it added to the sandwich and will definitely be coming back to get it again. The regular side of broccoli was good, but the tots were definitely the better side. I couldn't end my meal without dessert, so I ordered their creme brulee and chocolate oat cookie. Both desserts were solid but nothing you have~~ to get.

ordered teaism for take out so cannot unfortunately comment on the inside of this place but that will be changing after this takeout experience - this chicken Thai curry had me SINGING - the char on the vegetables is intentional, it added the most perfect complex flavor with the warm curry - the rice soaked up the flavor but wasn't mushy - there is quite a lot of chicken for the price so each bite could have the soft warm meat - the most perfect fall meal and who would expect that from a tea house - my friend who got the salmon bento box said it was amazing as well

I always forget about Teasim and am delighted every time I stumble back into one of their locations. Obviously the tea selection is incredible, but the food is fantastic too. I ordered the dream salad not expecting too much, but was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was--the citrus dressing went so well with creamy beet hummus and the crunchy nuts. And their vegan cheeseburger is great if you want something hearty and comforting. For a quick bite, the ginger scones are tasty too, perfectly crumbly and not too sweet. My only wishes would be more seating and space (it's so crowded at peak times, and the staff seem a little overwhelmed) and even more great plant-based options.

Sensational date spot in DuPont Circle for friends. I was visiting Tatte in the neighborhood and wanted to stop at this tea house and wow! I am pleasantly SURPRISED for getting to see something as authentic as this business. This is probably going to be my go to destination for inviting my buddies to because it's such a unique place to taste new tastes when it comes to teas. Customer service was great! People are just trying to do their work, honestly. It wasn't going above and beyond kind of service but also it wasn't post office employee kind of customer service-- People were just trying brew their drinks and serve them to you. This place is amazing for their concept. You feel like traveling in Asia and tasting a tea in a shop which is why I think they should open a second location in Chinatown. It was good!

I will come back here but this review is based on the mango lassi with boba that I purchased. It was lacking in the mango and lassi portions as well as the boba. My expectation was that the lassi would be thicker but it came out like a smoothie without all the ice blended up. It also didn't have a tartness that one would expect of something that is made with yogurt. It seemed like only 1-2 teaspoons of yogurt were used in combination with a mango bubble tea powder. It didn't seem as though any real fruit was actually used. There was also a scant amount of boba in the bottom of the cup. I know most mango lassis don't come with boba but I thought I'd try it anyway. Other than this drink, the restaurant has a lot of vegetarian options for food and a very large tea menu for the tea connoisseurs out there. Parking is a headache but that's DC for ya. I did like that they have seating upstairs and outdoor seating as well if you want to relax with a cup of tea or some bites to eat without being near the main level's grill and cash register.

I had a delightful visit to Teaism and would give it 4/5 stars. The vegan spicy glass noodles & tofu needed to be kicked up, spice-wise. The udon noodle soup with shrimp was comforting, the shrimp itself was yummy, but it could also use some flavor. The berry beauty and original bubble milk tea were a sweet treat. Great service and patio dining made this a memorable stop!

I've been here too many times to count, so just adding my $.02. Teaism is great and I'm glad to see vegan versions of many dishes they've had for a long time. My favorite is the palak paneer but the sweet potato salad with miso dressing is also so good that I've tried to make copycat versions at home. Also, the second floor here is a very peaceful and nice place to eat lunch or take tea.

When I selected 4 stars, it prompted "yay! I'm a fan" and exactly that, I'm a fan! After going for the first time, I went back within a week! First time, I got the chicken curry that comes with this skewer of vegetables that adds good flavor! The second time, I got the same thing and a friend got the udon noodle soup. Would recommend both! Also, it was LIT when we went and there were no seats downstairs. We ended up getting a seat by the upstairs window shortly after ordering. Pro tip: there is seating upstairs!

I came here on a Friday night around 6:30pm, just enough time to enjoy some tea with a lovely group of people before closing time. When I first arrived, there were not too many seats. But thankfully, a table opened up for the 4 of us after ordering. I love the selection of teas, and the 16oz pot is an amazing price. We all got tisanes (caffeine free teas) for about $4 per pot after tax and tip! I can only speak for myself, but the spearmint tea I got was brewed to perfection! You can tell they really steep the leaves at the right temperature (as someone who has burnt tea leaves and over-steeped my tea, I can tell when a tea shop does it right!) Highly recommend it cold if it were a summer day -- super refreshing! The ambiance was super chill, and if I were to come back (when I come back*), I'd try miso soup and soba cha, especially if it's a cold night!

I ordered a matcha lassi and it was...interesting. I still don't know how I feel about it. I'm sure mango would've been superior, but to be fair you could tell it was matcha but then as I drank it tasted more and more like plain yogurt? I waited quite a long time for it and there were a lot of people around me also waiting a while for their drinks. There's a small bathroom right next to the kitchen downstairs and an upstairs area with more seating. They had some fancy Japanese chocolates by the front that I purchased as Christmas gifts ($12 a pop if I recall correctly, but with flavors like dark chocolate and strawberry, matcha, miso-almond). I wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but I would stop by if someone I was with wanted to go.

My go-to tea shop in DC. I literally cannot get over how great their chai is. It is very heavily spiced, so be fore-warned, but it's so flavorful, and perfectly sweetened. They also make it really quickly which I appreciate. Their Jasmine Silver Needle white tea is my second go-to, especially if I'm hoping for less caffeine. It's the perfect infusion of jasmine and is almost sweet on its own. Any tea can be made iced with boba added, and I highly recommend it in warmer temperatures-- their boba is GOOD, and the perfect infusion of sweetness without being overpowering.

Delicious and fairly priced for the food! I got a grilled salmon bento box with yuzu dipping sauce and ginger limeade. The salmon was perfectly cooked on some kale leaves. The sweet potatoes have this sweet glaze sauce that was so addicting so good. The rice was so-so . Kinda mushy...but it's very difficult to cook good brown rice. The broccoli was tasty. I enjoyed my limeade very much! Very cooling during a hot summer afternoon. The seating is so lovely with umbrellas outside. There is limited seating in the front (a few seats). There are some seats upstairs too, but I think you have to bring your food upstairs yourself? I'm not sure. Overall lovely cute place with plenty of stuff for sale like teas and gifts and desserts to have with your tea.

After a few days of eating out, my sister and I wanted a slightly healthier option so we went to Teaism, an Asian-inspired teahouse, for lunch. We got in the short line, placed our order, and then took our stuff upstairs. The dining space consists of the outdoor area, the counter with a few seats on the first floor, and the upstairs area. This is not the teahouse where you can zone out and relax at. It is a small space, and we could hear the conversations of the people around us. The tea list is extensive, and the food is made from scratch. My sister got one of the floral teas, and I got bubble tea. We shared the Korean beef brisket bento box and the okonomiyaki with shrimp. The tea is high-quality. The bubble tea is okay, which is good enough since this is not a bubble tea shop. The food had a homemade feel to it. The beef brisket was flavorful. The okonomiyaki was crispy. The food did not wow, but it was good. Teaism is a decent option for a quick and healthier meal, but it is a bit pricey. My sister was full, but I was not. Maybe I have a big appetite, but I think the food portions are on the smaller size. I would get their tea again, but I would rather go somewhere else for lunch next time.

Perfect spot to wind down with friends on a quiet Friday evening. I absolutely love the decor and cute stuffs on sale there. My only gripe is that I got 'chased out' by the staff at 8PM when they were closing as he was literally standing at the door and making sure I get out of there instantly. The staff were still packing up anyway. I was waiting for my Uber and it was freezing outside, hence I wanted to wait for it inside.

I love this place and its location! It's a wonderful stop after the farmers market in Dupont Circle and it's so close. I've been here twice now and while I haven't tried the food yet, the tea has been wonderful! I've tried the Jasmine Silver Needle tea and the Lavender Lemon Mint tea so far. You order at the counter then pick up the food when they call your number. There's about six seats downstairs and the upstairs has at least 6 tables. There's no rush unless there's a large crowd, then they ask you to leave when you're finished. My only complaint is that it's rather loud if you're downstairs and upstairs isn't too quiet either. I've enjoyed the teas so far and I think they're a reasonable price, plus I love that they serve them in teapots. I've also even bought matcha chocolate that they had on display from another business and it was a great buy. Definitely stop by if you're considering here!

5 stars for traditional tea options 3 stars for bubble tea (boba quality is inconsistent I think because it isn't super high volume for them, but I love pairing boba with different iced green tea varieties) 3.5 stars for food, I've found their dishes hit or miss in terms of flavor

Teaism is a cute cafe to study at and get a nice lunch in. They have a selection of breakfast/lunch items as well as beverages and pastries. The food was pretty good, nothing too outstanding, but I would be back to try more mentioning items!

Back again at Dupont Cir. to see Picasso's Blue Period at the Phillips. But after riding in on the MARC from Baltimore, Mom and I felt the need for a slight bite at the Teaism at the Circle. We decided on a hot Moroccan Mint Tea and an iced Matcha Tea. We both got the delicious egg and slaw sammies on fabulous soft bread; one with turkey bacon, one with chicken apple sausage. Yum! The bread was puffy good and we realized we could've shared--but we ate it all! There are other more lunchy items, as well. Although there is cozy, distanced seating with a cool view upstairs, besides some former bench seating on the lawn, there're several banked out tables shielded on the street. Note: They don't open till 11:00, so you might be a little early waiting for them to open. Oh, and if the name doesn't suggest it--there's no coffee here! Love this Dupont place!

Passed by here before and thought it was some kind of drinking shop instead of a restaurant, so I never came in. Inspired by a fellow Yelper's review, I decided to give a try. It was rather a small place but there were plenty of tables outside. The service was normal. The food was good and surprisingly healthy. 4*Korean Beef Brisket-- included beef, broccoli, sweet potato, a scoop of brown rice with gochujang sauce: I couldn't believe how healthy it was. Although I saw red peppers in the beef, it wasn't spicy at all. Everything was mild taste. It was a great value. 4*Udon Noodle Soup--- fat noodles, fresh ginger & mushroom broth, cherry tomatoes, baby kale, and shrimp. The soup had its own unique taste. It's not a fancy venue, but it has appeal for value and healthy eating.

Not sure what there isn't to like here! Had to kill time while my sister was in an appointment nearby so I visited Teaism, had two two orders of tea and a side of salmon and rice. I loved the Chai tea and it's one of the best I've had. The level of spice to sweet is perfection.

I stumbled across this place by Accident 11-5-23 after the Welcome Spirits & Spice to the neighborhood event!! Serving Gelato & Liqueurs! That review will come soon.!!. It wasn't quite 11am for the starting event so I walked in and I honestly was expecting just Tea!! But they served Food!!!! which was amazing because after liqueur sampling I'd have to run quickly to grab some food!!.. after the event I came here it's nice very quaint ! The lady immediately helped me I pray her name was Brittany she was so nice I told her I've never been here she recommended some menu items. They have tables outside , a bench & table setting inside and upstairs tables and seating... one well two of her recommendations I got !! The Thai Chicken Curry (one here and one to go and the Bento Box Brisket to go) lemme tell YOUU that Thai chicken curry huntaaaay was full of flavor the chicken tender!! And paired well with the brown rice ! Let my grilled veggies stew In That curry broth yummmmier.. If I wasn't out in a public place I would've went full beast (see pics lol) it was THAT GOOD!! & towards the end of the bowl more delicious curry soaked chicken!! It's definitely enough to split or take the rest home because you WILL get full ..I love mostly that it's a healthy hearty dish!! I had to sit there . Overall that meal was worth every penny spent !! I'll DEFINITELY BE BACK!! I might have found my Go-To !! Thank you for the gracious hospitality and customer service!!

Wonderful food and tea! We go here whenever we're downtown! Wish it had more indoor seating.

If you want to get your tea on, you have some choices here. The shop is half a block from the weekend market at Dupont Circle. When the weather is warmer, it would be lovely sitting outside.

I recently visited Teaism in Dupont Circle and had a wonderful experience! The shop is cozy and inviting; the staff is knowledgeable and friendly; and the drinks are delicious! I had a Berry Beauty Boba Tea, which was fragrant and flavorful. The boba was perfectly cooked and the tea was flavorful and not too sweet. They are a bit overpriced. Overall, I had a great experience at Teaism.

This is an old standby, though I'm still working my way through the tea menu. Food is beautifully presented, also. It may be a bit loud/crowded at times but is still comfy upstairs in particular.

I ordered: Okonomiyaki (salmon), udon noodle soup (tofu), ochazuke (salmon), spicy glass noddles (tofu), and panko fried salmon cake sandwich. Everything was amazing. If I had to choose a fav it would be the glass noodles. The cookie desserts look amazing but I didn't order them. Service with a smile. Ambiance inside was pleasant; outside completely lacks any ambiance and furniture is cheap. Nice gift shop stuff. Reasonable prices.

This is a true gem. There are plenty of options to try. From bubble tea, filling entrees, and unique desserts this place has it all. There are plenty of seating options from outside, inside, and upstairs. I enjoyed sitting upstairs and having a leisurely lunch. The food was prepared fresh and quickly. Even though I ordered both my entree and dessert at the same time the cashier was kind enough to let me delay the dessert. I highly recommend this spot. Great quality, service, and atmosphere !

Such a lovely spot with incredible tea and food and friendly staff. Order at the counter and dine in at the counter, upstairs in the dining room, or outside at the umbrella-shielded tables in the cordoned-off street in this sweet neighborhood. Loads of vegetarian and vegan options on this Asian-fusion menu. Everything is very fresh and flavorful. We shared and enjoyed several menu items, and everything was delicious. The beet cake in the bento entrée was particularly inventive and tasty and had a tangy dipping sauce to complement it. I recommend the miso sweet potato side and Asian slaw as well. They are delicious and generously portioned. The cucumbers marinated with ginger that came in the bento are divine. The cabbage pancake with grilled veggies is perfection. The grilled veggies include shiitake mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, jicama, red cabbage, jalapeños, and a hot red pepper. The accompanying sauces garnishing the dish are perfect complements to the crisp pancake. The texture is perfect. Staff is masked and taking every safety precaution. Staff is very approachable. Even though this shop has loads of teas, it is not overwhelming or intimidating. And the staff will set you up with the perfect tea for your preferences. Teas are available hot or iced. I really cannot recommend this place enough. It is delightful.

The okonomiyaki was light but flavorful! More cabbage than batter which I really liked, as I've had doughier ones that just weigh you down and are hard to finish. The shrimp was nicely charred and paired well with the okonomiyaki, as did the side of ginger that provided a nice zing but wasn't too punchy. I love that the tea comes in a teapot! I got the hojicha which was solid, but nothing I haven't had before. There is a small upstairs area with more seating and some windows overlooking the quiet street. Some people were working there with laptops--almost cafe vibes with soft music, conversational chatter, and kitchen noises in the back.

Until today, I hadn't been to Teaism since COVID began, though even in the past I loved the setting/vibes, good feel tea/boba/drinks, yummy healthy options (their bentos, udon etc.), and EPIC cookies (as in the 2nd best in DC to Levain Bakery). Coming back today, WOW, I was blown away with how Teaism has continued to evolve. Okonomiyaki, palak paneer & broccoli fritters now on the menu (amongst several other new additions) & more drink options to boot (including matcha and berry bobas, mango lassi's etc.). There is a reason that it was packed at 230pm on a Sunday, and I for one will continue to be a reason it is packed in the future! Dish reviews below: 1) Okonomiyaki w/Chicken Apple Sausage (4.5/5) - Wasabi dressing? A fried egg on top? Only $12.50 for a gigantic portion (see my pic)? YES YES YES! 2) Broccoli Fritters (4/5) - Not what I expected at all as there isn't a lot of broccoli in this, moreso goat cheese, but it is still scrumptious with the togorashi dip and I love the inventive intent. 3) Salty Oat Cookie (5/5) - Ok this isn't a dish I admit, but this is and has always been one of the best cookies I have ever had, so it deserves a spot here. Drink wise, the mango lassi is REALLY delicious. And their bobas are sneaky good, especially for the price (the black tea boba is only $4, cheaper than any boba you will find in the DMV). I look forward to coming here again and again.

Consider in the future, training the staff to repeat the order back to the customer. I ordered Asian Slaw and asked for an extra side of vegan mayo. I didn't get the Asian slaw and the extra mayo was placed in the food already. We have to get back to that...repeat the order back to the customer.

Their grilled salmon bento box and a mochi for dessert has become my favorite comfort meal! They also have a wonderful selection of teas and tisanes

Was in DC for a visit and had fond memories of Teaism from previous visits. Unfortunately this visit was horrible. The Dragon Well green tea was dull and luke warm. The brown rice was dry and flavorless. Their signature oatmeal cookie was the worst. Inedible. So dry it fell apart on the plate. It's only purpose was to feed the sparrows dive bombing my table. The outside seating is pathetic. No wooden structures. Tables and seats on top of street pavement surrounded by metal guards. Most places build a nice outdoor space for customers. For all the money they charge for plain rice and oatmeal cookies they should build something better. I will not return.

Usually I love this place however today I went in an wanted to try something new. The ochazuke sounded delicious. Unfortunately among the non listed ingredients were bunches and bunches of cilantro all mixed in and ultra chopped that were impossible to remove (trust me I tried). I happen to be the 20% of the population to which this herb tastes like soap. Usually I do not worry with Japanese food since cilantro is not used there and thus didn't anticipate it. In fact when I complained at the end the woman at the counter said they didn't add it. Had to show her the bunches I pulled out....they really should list this ingredient before becoming creative with Japanese cuisine with such a herb :(. Next time I know to go for the hand rolls or bento box, both cilantro free and delicious!

On yelp and other sites, it looks like they have a full menu. When you get there, it's very limited.

Delicious teas and very tasty food in DuPont Circle! Highly recommend if you want a quiet place to enjoy some tea and food!

I love the Penn Quarter Teaism but have not been there in a while during the pandemic. I am now more often in Dupont Circle area. I have not had the food here, just the bubble tea. Seating seems limited but there is an upstairs.The green tea milk bubble tea was great.

I really like the idea of Teaism and used to eat at the one near Lafayette Square regularly before the pandemic. It is is the vegan cheeseburger that I used to have all the time. Now that I work at home I don't get out for lunch as much but gave it a try today. The vegan burger today was definitely still good but I was disappointed they no longer include the little salad and it seems a but smaller. For $12.50 I need a side with my burger so I doubt I will return.

good food for a good price and great presentation, though not that authentic. i got the salmon bento, and the salmon was so tender! i wish the broccoli and sweet potato were warm

Wonderful spot for a chill lunch. The tea selection is incredible, be sure to stop in the shop next door to pick some up for home use! The food was incredible too. Shouts out to the cured salmon dish.

I've since moved away from Teaism and have been ordering my loose leaf through USPS. Had another great experience where I ordered the wrong quantity and within minutes, someone from Teaism answered my email and corrected the order. FYI, their Hojicha makes for a great cold-brew with honey and mint that's earthy and strong.

My friends and I came here early Saturday evening. The place was a bit packed, but we were able to find seats both downstairs and upstairs. I was told their organic curry chicken was famous. Although it was aesthetically pleasing, the rice was too mushy (added too much water to cook it), and the roasted vegetables did not have much flavor other than it being roasted. There was a lot of chicken pieces in my curry, and they were very chewy, which I really enjoy. I thought the curry liquid itself was amazing. Both of my friends had bento. I tried a bit of their sauces, and it was pretty good. Overall, I think Teaism is pretty famous because of their sauces for each of their entree, but the food themselves were okay. I do appreciate that Teaism knows they can be very crowded at times. Although this may prevent a customer from getting a seat, just let them know, and they will help you find seating!

My first time here & it was just my 'cup of tea'. A warm, welcoming & charming teahouse providing an enormous selection of teas, accessories, artwork by local artists & pleasant assortment of comfort foods & aromatic bites. You cannot help but to be infused with the various cultures permeating throughout the kitchen serving up a good balance of Curries, Korean, & American (one Vegan, many Veggie options) dishes for Breakfast & Lunch. To mention a few selections: Korean Brisket Sandwich, Baked Chilled Salmon Bento Box, Okonomiyaki (Japanese Cabbage Pancake) Kabobs, Chicken Sausage, Lassi & a Gluten Free Chocolate Coconut Cake. Two things caught my eye from the menu, one the 'Trash or Treasure', items that are created with the products often wastED (not sure why the ED is capitalized) & a tea named 'Golden Monkey'...I digress. If you have any food allergens the employees behind the counter will gladly provide you with a laminated list. There are four locations to enjoy Teasim; LaFayette Park, DuPont, Penn Quarter & Union Market that offers a limited menu. & for the Tea Lovers, you can delight in 'Afternoon Tea' at the first three locations daily 2:30P-5:30P for $25 with unlimited Sweets, Savories, & of course Tea. I relished in being served a cup of friendly service & a saucer of enjoyable food.

Really cute tea spot. I love that they give you little tea pots filled with tea. In terms of food: I had the jasmine crepe brûlée which was AWESOME! It was an absolutely perfect texture.