Tea On Piedmont
4098 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA
Crema's Take
“Tea on Piedmont is a serene tea sanctuary where quality takes precedence over sweetness, with a thoughtfully curated menu of traditional and creative seasonal drinks that invites you to linger and refill your cup. The calm, tranquil atmosphere makes it an ideal spot to slow down with a beautifully crafted tea, though arrive early or expect a vibrant crowd of fellow tea enthusiasts. Their commitment to excellence shines through in standout offerings like their praised Jasmine blend and carefully prepared matcha, backed by genuinely warm and attentive staff.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Tea on Piedmont is one of my favorite cafes! The tea is so delicious and the quality is always excellent. The menu is sizable with customizable drinks, and has seasonal adds occasionally. The atmosphere is really calm and has a nice ambient noise level. The service is phenomenal, and the staff are knowledgeable about the drinks and happy to recommend new ones to try. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Been here a few times now and I really enjoy their drinks! I like that they’re not overly sweet and the quality of the tea is good. Tends to be very busy and noisy, limited seating as there can be many customers. I like that you can bring your own cup for a small discount.
A beautiful and tranquil tea house, perfect for slowing down and enjoying a cup of tea. The atmosphere feels calm and refreshing, with plenty of space that makes it easy to relax and unwind. The environment is both spacious and inviting, filled with a quiet charm that makes you want to linger longer. A lovely spot for conversation, reflection, or simply enjoying the moment with a warm cup in hand.
Not sure if I came at a bad time but their matcha was not the best. I have lots of matcha in my hometown and I worked at boba tea shops before so I had my fair share of matcha. We got three different matcha drinks and their texture and flavor profiles all were different. Either watery, grainy, or too milky. The boba was okay as well. It had that harder center texture. Be sure to ask about the size too because we didn't know they would come in a different size. The staff is really sweet and was helpful. I just wish the drinks were better, especially for the higher price point!
If you order tea (and you stay in the store), you can get one refill. Highly recommend their Jasmine! The staff are all so incredibly nice and helpful. They also have some merchandise/chocolate that make great gifts. Love the big windows and natural lighting in the front nook area. Perfect vibe all around for a zen afternoon. They allow you to bring in sushi from the store across the street!
Crema Reviews
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