Nook and Crannies: Tea Rooms in NYC

Rose House

Ever wonder how little old Asian ladies can drink hot tea in the blazing summer heat? Neither can I, but maybe a warm cup of tea is good after being in a room with blizzard level A/C.

Not all Lolitas like tea, but this one does. I actually completely switch from coffee to tea, and it has been all for the better  (and becoming a slight borderline obsession for that perfect cup). Tea gives a nice steady caffeine boost unlike coffee which can leave you twitching for the next one.

Going out dressed in Lolita is like special treat, and so is taking the time to relax in a quiet corner with a pot of tea. This is extra special for New Yorkers who have the constant urge to always be on the move. Which is why I always enjoy when someone hosts a tea party.

Tea parties are grand, but intimate affairs for girls who are into Lolita fashion. It's mainly a chance to reunite with others and meet new people than sipping from fancy cups with noses pointed up.

As well as discover new haunts for good food and, of course, drink tea.

Here are some chill places to try if your hankering for a nice cup of tea (hot or iced) and equally good food. Oh, and don't forget to bring company!



Alice's Tea Cup

Chapter I

102 West 73rd Street

212-799-3006

Chapter II

166 East 64th Street

212-486-9200

Chapter III

220 East 81st Street

212-734-4TEA

Bosies Tea Parlor (I highly recommend the Darjeeling Tart)
10 Morton Street
New York, NY 10014-4007
212-352-9900

Cha-An (Asian)
230 E 9th St
New York, 10003
212-228-8030

Danal
59 5th Ave # 1
New York, NY 10003-4349
212-982-6930

Franchia (Asian, all vegetarian/vegan)
12 Park Ave
New York, NY 10016-4307
212-213-1001

Harney & Sons
433 Broome Street
New York, NY 10013
212-933-4853

Mariebelle Cacao Bar and Tea Salon
484 Broome Street
Manhattan, NY 10013
212-925-6999

Podunk
231 East 5th St # Southeast
New York, NY 10003-8597
212-677-7722

Rose House
38-10 138th St
1st Fl
Flushing, NY 11354
(718) 465-1670

Tea & Sympathy
108-110 Greenwich Avenue
New York, NY 10011
212-807-8329

These are only a small number of places that revolve around tea. A site I strongly recommend is Teaguide and TeaMap, to find the nearest tea room or hotel that does tea service.

Is there any places you recommend for a spot of tea not listed? Please share, I always love finding a new place for tea. Perhaps one day we can have a cup of tea together!