Gong Fu Tea
414 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA
Crema's Take
“Gong Fu Tea is a deeply rooted Des Moines institution where you'll find one of the Midwest's most impressive bulk loose leaf collections alongside expertly curated tea supplies—the kind of place where staff genuinely know their craft and will guide you through lower caffeine options or rare finds with real care. Their quarter-century commitment to quality means you're sipping tea that's been thoughtfully sourced and consistently excellent, whether you're pulling up a table for a leisurely sit or calling ahead with questions that only true tea experts can answer. It's the rare specialty shop that balances serious tea education with genuine warmth, making it feel less like a transaction and more like visiting knowledgeable friends who happen to have impeccable taste.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
Very helpful choosing teas, advised as to what are lower caffeine choices & common flavors, good options for tea making supplies, very knowledgeable staff - even over the phone questions are answered quickly & confidently! Unfortunately, I don't go to The East Village very…
The tea selection here is immense, and of very good quality. I’ve been getting tea from here for well over a decade and can say it’s always been great. Service is always provided with care, and they’re more than happy to answer questions. Having been to other tea shops, even…
Gong Fu Tea in Des Moines is a unique and treasured small business. The owners started over 25 years ago in an area of the city that was under- developed at that time. They have a deep and varied selection of teas, many unique to their business. They regularly go to Asia to…
One of the best tea shops in the country, and I've been everywhere. Also must have the biggest selection of bulk tea in the Midwest, even more that the shops I've checked out in Chicago. Over 20 yrs in business according to the staff. Make sure to get their free catalog of…
Gong Fu Tea has a really nice selection of bulk loose leaf teas, and also many wonderful tea supplies. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. There are a few tables for talking time for a tea break.
Crema Reviews
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