Freshwater Pavilion
1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA
Crema's Take
“Nestled within the serene Huntington Chinese Garden in San Marino, this tea pavilion offers a peaceful respite with Asian-inspired drinks and snacks, though service can be inconsistent. Their taro milk tea stands out as a crowd-pleaser that appeals to both caffeine seekers and families looking for gentler options, though bubble tea quality and pricing have left some customers wanting. The garden location itself is the real draw—a thoughtful complement to exploring the library and gardens rather than a destination on its own.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A quick-grab spot, outdoor seating. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
The staff was extremely rude to me when I walked in, ruining my trip to the Huntington. Most likely just because I look young. The cashier screamed at me to exit the other way. Zero manners, no “please” - just screaming a command. I deserve respect. This is completely…
Boba and milk tea are very mediocre and quite expensive
The Freshwater Pavilion is a wonderful addition to the Huntington Chinese Garden. The small tea house sells an assortment of Asian snacks, drinks, teas, boba, and grab-and-go food. Its location offers plenty of outdoor seating next to the garden's beautiful lake, with a view of…
Decent spot for bubble tea while visiting Huntington Library, if you catch the hours! Our favorite pit stop. Taro milk tea drink is a great caffeine-free option for the littles. Packaged and deli snacks available too. Outdoor seating only, by the lovely fish pond.
A place to get some refreshments. They sell coffee, boba, bakery items and some snacks. No comment on snacks except for the price. More expensive than on the market, which is to be expected. The boba was average, nothing special. The plain croissant was just okay. The good…
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