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Top 8 Tea Houses in Hangzhou

Written by Sally Guo Updated Jun. 30, 2021

A visit to a teahouse can be an affair that lasts as long as you desire. You can stop by for a quick drink, or more preferably, a longer, lingering stay that includes good food and even better company. These teahouses are also often great places to reflect, read, and perhaps do some creative work on your own. Foods and snacks can typically be ordered such as fruits and dim sum dishes to accompany your hot cups of tea.

Indeed, Hangzhou is a true tea lover’s paradise. See below for your top picks of teahouses in Hangzhou.

1. Hu Pan Ju Teahouse

Of the various teahouses that encircle West Lake, this one offers one of the premier views from any of its 3 stories. It is no wonder then that Hu Pan Ju teahouse is among the very top in Hangzhou. Near the window, you can see almost all of the lake. Hu Pan Ju Teahouse has 2 branches in Hangzhou, both of which are alongside the lake with open-air seating. There are over 100 types of teas to choose from, with the West Lake Shifeng Longjing variation the homegrown pride of the establishment. Snacks and food come free with your purchase of tea. You really can’t go wrong at either location!

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2. Qingteng Teahouse

Qingteng Teahouse is the most famous tea house in Hangzhou.  It offers an unlimited buffet of food (such as chicken wings, egg tarts, fruits, and ice cream) to go along with your tea.  The owners remain very dedicated to sharing the craft and significance of tea in this region in China. There are also folk music shows on stage every night with a classic tea ceremony presentation as well.

The building is covered with lush green plants and has a typical architecture from the region. West Lake can easily be seen here while you enjoy your tea. 

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3. Taotaoju Teahouse

Taotaoju is another very well-beloved and respected teahouse in Hangzhou, in part due to its wide selection of wonderful teas. The teahouse is very close to Hangzhou Zoo and has more than 60 types of teas for visitors to choose from. As well, the water used to brew the teas is from a fresh spring, which is brought down from the nearby mountain on a daily basis. The buffet of foods and snacks such as dim sum, barbeque, and more really complete the tea-drinking experience.

4. Xinyuan Teahouse

This old teahouse offers a buffet of food and snacks as well, such as sunflower seeds, pine nuts, raisins, lamb shanks, fried dumplings, various succulent fruits, and much more. It is a great place to relax and unwind with friends, with many locals playing cards or just chatting with each other. There are 4 locations in Hangzhou with the Qing Chun Lu branch being the most atmospheric. The Ti Yu Chang branch tends to have lower prices.

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5. Niwo Teahouse

This teahouse is known for three main things: its exceptional service, its bird’s nest soup, and its tea. The owner is a graduate of Zhejiang University's Tea Studies program and has more than 20 years of experience in this craft product. The interior design of the teahouse is also very impressive.

6. He Teahouse

This teahouse is found inside the luxury 5-star resort Amanfayun. Its aesthetic is very verdant and beautiful, making it a popular place to take photos.  A well-known type of tea to try here is the Longjing tea which is enjoyed typically before the national holiday of Tomb Sweeping Day. A buffet of fruit and dim sum is included with your tea.

7. Wen Ying Ge Teahouse

This teahouse is close to West Lake. You will see the lake and the Leifeng Tower. The foods and snacks are also unlimited while you enjoy your tea drinks.

8. Zi Yi Ge Teahouse

If you are equally interested in tea as the local food, then pay a visit to Zi Yi Ge teahouse. Here, you get to try some of the famous fresh fruit decorated and presented in a traditional Chinese style. These delicacies are free as you enjoy your tea.

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