Tea Restaurants in Chicago, IL

“Rejoice! The place for some great Chinese teas had arrived near you! Yes, it does share the fad with the Taiwan born boba drinks. But our eye was caught by the nice website with images of nice teacups and ambiance. Only 23 miles away from home we discovered that the trip in a hot and still pandemic day was totally worth it. In few words owner, Shaolong picked the teaist vibes in us and offered us a great real experience of sharing a favorite tea - he introduced us to the wonders of Zhang Ping Shui Xian (漳平水仙). Unlike the real "black tea", the Pu-erh, this one also comes in bricks, yet is a type of oolong with an amazing floral scent. We were honored with 4 different samples which we are currently slowly and thoroughly testing (3 pics). And yes, the fermentation levels are different - some definitely will give you a great oolong taste, but others are just a unique elixir on its own. But back to the house itself. I see and hope for great unrolling potential. This could become a place for tea lovers and teaists in training. Why not theme days, classes, shared experiences, a club? We would join. The 23 miles are a drive, but there isn't much of a real tea-drinking place in our Chicagoland (unlike smaller cities in North America like Portland and Montreal). However, Living Water Tea House is a great promise and it totally won our full support! Keep the cups warm!“

“We were very pleased to get great service from employee Simone. She was very knowledgeable, helpful. Pleasant to do shopping with outstanding service“

“had an incredible afternoon tea experience with my Sorors today! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm, intimate, and inviting—perfect for catching up and enjoying a relaxing afternoon together. The food exceeded expectations—unlike most tea services, we actually left feeling full and completely satisfied. Our table selected the bourbon-flavored tea and a delicious exotic fruit blend—both were absolutely delightful! Just when we thought the experience couldn’t get any better, we were treated to the cutest little heart-shaped, turtle-like candy that was as tasty as it was adorable. This spot gets a solid 10 out of 10. I’m already looking forward to my next visit“

“I’m new to Chicago and work nearby. Been searching around for a good boba spot around the area and found this spot earlier today for lunch. Love that ube is becoming a thing and they had a good selection of drinks and dessert made with it. It paired well with my LUMPIA lol. Anyways, i don’t normally leave reviews, but this place deserved it for sure. The female that was working on the counter this afternoon was all by herself and I don’t know how she did it, but kudos to her. She made me a good drink. I’ll definitely be coming back and try their other selections for sure.“

“I ordered the Jasmine Milk Tea as it was one of the must-try options. I got it with 70% sugar and less ice, which was the perfect balance. The jasmine flavor was beautifully floral and fragrant, giving the drink a light, refreshing taste while still being smooth and creamy from the milk tea. The sweetness didn’t overpower the tea, so you could really enjoy the delicate jasmine notes.

Definitely a must-try drink if you’re visiting Molly’s Tea!🧋“

“Drinks and efficiency are 5/5. Best fruit tea in the area. It’s super cute with the couch and flowering tree, there’s some games, and good music. Accessibility is poor tho. I am using a temporary mobility aid, and there’s a couple inch step before the first door, plus no button to automatically open the doors. The path to the bathroom today was also very narrow due to lots of boxes, and I couldn’t get my wheelchair in (at least today). Seems like fixable things; add a small cement ramp by the door, clear the hallway, add a door button. :) I really do love this place overall and have even gotten a cute plushie keychain here too!“

“Went today for the very first time and I absolutely love it! The prices are very reasonable and it tastes so good! Definitely will be returning.“

“This is definitely a great place to be. There were a lot of people in the evening and they were having a lot of fun. The room itself was cozy and nice. The breakfast in the cafe was great. To be honest, I loved the place, it was full of energy.“