Rare Tea Cellar
3701 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“Rare Tea Cellar is a Chicago-based online tea destination that's earned serious devotion for their exceptional loose-leaf selections, particularly their standout Crema Earl Grey that keeps customers coming back for regular orders. While it operates as an online pickup and delivery service rather than a traditional storefront, their team brings warmth and care to every interaction, with reviewers consistently praising their positive, helpful service and competitive pricing on specialty brewing equipment like Hario gear. This is the place for tea lovers who want curated quality and reliable shipping, whether you're ordering locally or having your favorites sent across the border.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
This location is only for pick up the order, you can’t buy from here, is not a storefront, they should write on google maps, so people (like me) don’t waste time going there.
Great teas! Note: not an actual storefront (at least in Oct 2025). But terrific if you order online.
Rare Tea Cellar has some of the best teas — the crema earl grey is my favorite! After having this tea in some of the local restaurants in Chicago I had to get my own stock. I always pick up my online orders here. You have to buzz to get in, but they have always had my order ready fast, usually the same day I order online, and they refund the shipping cost.
Had a beautiful experience right before the holidays. Everyone I spoke to was just incredibly positive, helpful, and accommodating. I feel that Chicago is incredibly lucky to have such an incredible resource, and look forward to future positive experiences with Rodrick & the rest of the team at Rare Tea Cellars. Keep up the great work!
I was looking for Hario Beam Heater for my Hario Siphon coffee maker. This store have this with a competitive price. Really fast delivery using Fedex ship from US to Canada. Very well packed and no custom duty(lucky this time).
Crema Reviews
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