Place is closed! Sign says for summer, but it's fall now . . . Apparently no one thought to update web hours
Mak J.
One of my favorite tea spots in NYC! They have the best blends that are not only delicious but also presented BEAUTIFULY. A great place to meet a friend or get some work done. Their teas are also delicious at home and make great gifts.
Tiffy S.
Beautiful ambiance and friendly staff. I can't wait to come back. I love to see such a beautiful tea cafe with a area to dine in and just enjoy a piece of art & tranquility. I shared some videos of this location on my ig: under the story circle HarLem if you are interested because Yelp doesn't let me share videos.
Brittany A.
You have to try this place. Great environment, lovely atmosphere and the teas are the delicious. The owner was very friendly and welcoming too. I'll be back
Lucas R.
Love the variety and quality of teas but the prices have definitely gone up a lot. It's truly unfortunate because I would patronize the shop more if the prices were better.
Wendy H.
From the beautifully decorated back patio to the free samples of ginger turmeric they offer passerbys, Serengeti Tea and Spices has the corner on hospitality. My favorites are the ginger turmeric and the hibiscus-based drinks. They serve the cold drinks in a glass with an additional glass pot garnished with fruit, all brought to you on a wooden serving board. I even enjoyed the lavender drink they brought me to try even though I typically do not like lavender. Apparently this drink helps curb anxiety and depression. Well, who wouldn't want that? Love everything about this spot.
Zenda D.
oh my gosh I am so hype to have found this amazing tea shop. I finished getting my hair done and walk down the block and ran into this hidden gem. I was greeted buy a lovely worker/ tea sommelier. Outside I tried the kombucha they had me running inside, to try more tea. I literally wanted to buy the whole store but the way my bank account is set up lolll I'll wait till the manifestations of millions come to pass until then I grabbed a cup of the same ginger kombucha to go. I can't wait to come back and try some more amazing Tea. The vibe was amazing, the service was cool and how could you go wrong with Tea =)
Leana P.
There's a great selection of teas and flavor infusions, regular teas but also some you will not typically get in your common coffee or tea shop. It's a very cute space to meet up with anyone for, personal or business. And the owner and staff are all very welcoming, which is always nice to see. I will definitely be going back!
M C.
I was in Harlem this week and stopped by to support this local tea shop. The server/ customer rep. was awesome for I was able to sample the tea on the countertops before making a selection. I would recommend supporting the location if and when you're in Harlem.
M K.
Delicious tea! I love tea and was so excited to finally try this place! The interior of the store is beautifully arranged, with a wonderful aroma of teas and peaceful music playing. It is a nice break from the busy streets outside. There is a large variety of teas to choose from, but the associates have always been very nice and helpful in recommending what teas to try. My favorite is their berry hibiscus tea, it is floral and delicious! They also sell spices, which I have not tried but would like to in the future. I recommend this place for all tea lovers!
Overall this is a pretty cool spot for loose and bagged teas in Harlem! They have a pumpkin flavored black tea which tastes genuinely good, not like any of that pumpkin spice artificial stuff you would get from Starbucks. We have also been really enjoying their ruby chai, which is a combination of beet root powder and cacao powder that tastes like a healthier hot chocolate, totally awesome! If you are a tea connoisseur or have one in your life you need to get a gift for, Serengeti has unique, delicious teas. It's a great spot but I wish I could give 3.5 stars for a couple reasons. First, the hours have been very strange and limited probably due to Covid, and it does not make it easy to pop in and see what's going on. Second, they are definitely a bit on the pricey side for what they offer. Their decorative tins and beautiful designs make some awesome gifts, but it's definitely a lot to shell out if you're just trying to buy some tea for yourself. There aren't many other loose tea offerings in the area, so I was really glad to discover that Serengeti was selling a pretty quality product. I've also seen them giving out brewed samples from time to time, which is a nice touch. If you're on a budget however, it might be better to take a train downtown to McNulty's or Porto Rico.
Bernice N.
Sorry that I have never written a review for this place. This is the best tea shop in all of N.Y.C. I love tea and coffee. There's something about a good warm cup of tea that touches your soul and they know just how to do that here. The customer service is awesome and they are so informative about all the teas they have here. If you are a serious tea drinker for all the benefits it has to offer you or just because you like to drink it. You need to bookmarked this place. Please take a trip up to Harlem and support this business. If you check out their Instagram page, you will see just how my tea guy is passionate about what he does. Bringing you the best of the best tea from Africa and beyond. This place is Miss YELP Approved!
Kristyana P.
This place is the tea shop of tea shops. It could not be more perfect. There is attention to detail and craft in their teamaking. I've never had anything bad here so try what moves you! My only wish is that they would go back to serving food.
Cameron C.
I really love this tea house and their teas. Unfortunately, They have very poor communication in regards to making reservations for events. I'm very disappointed because I had to cancel a birthday plan because they didn't explain that my party would need to sit outside. I think it would be best if all employees are informed of reservation protocols before misleading a faithful customer. Overall teas are great but I wouldn't suggest booking them for events.
Alex P.
My first visit was lovely. I stopped by for pick-up during their limited covid hours. The two staff there on 6/18/20 were so welcoming and pleasant.I had a matcha golden yellow iced tea with milk. It was amazing and tasted like coquito, just as the barista said it would. The turmeric flavor blended so smoothly with the liquid creamy texture.I can't wait to return!
Place is closed! Sign says for summer, but it's fall now . . . Apparently no one thought to update web hours
One of my favorite tea spots in NYC! They have the best blends that are not only delicious but also presented BEAUTIFULY. A great place to meet a friend or get some work done. Their teas are also delicious at home and make great gifts.
Beautiful ambiance and friendly staff. I can't wait to come back. I love to see such a beautiful tea cafe with a area to dine in and just enjoy a piece of art & tranquility. I shared some videos of this location on my ig: under the story circle HarLem if you are interested because Yelp doesn't let me share videos.
You have to try this place. Great environment, lovely atmosphere and the teas are the delicious. The owner was very friendly and welcoming too. I'll be back
Love the variety and quality of teas but the prices have definitely gone up a lot. It's truly unfortunate because I would patronize the shop more if the prices were better.
From the beautifully decorated back patio to the free samples of ginger turmeric they offer passerbys, Serengeti Tea and Spices has the corner on hospitality. My favorites are the ginger turmeric and the hibiscus-based drinks. They serve the cold drinks in a glass with an additional glass pot garnished with fruit, all brought to you on a wooden serving board. I even enjoyed the lavender drink they brought me to try even though I typically do not like lavender. Apparently this drink helps curb anxiety and depression. Well, who wouldn't want that? Love everything about this spot.
oh my gosh I am so hype to have found this amazing tea shop. I finished getting my hair done and walk down the block and ran into this hidden gem. I was greeted buy a lovely worker/ tea sommelier. Outside I tried the kombucha they had me running inside, to try more tea. I literally wanted to buy the whole store but the way my bank account is set up lolll I'll wait till the manifestations of millions come to pass until then I grabbed a cup of the same ginger kombucha to go. I can't wait to come back and try some more amazing Tea. The vibe was amazing, the service was cool and how could you go wrong with Tea =)
There's a great selection of teas and flavor infusions, regular teas but also some you will not typically get in your common coffee or tea shop. It's a very cute space to meet up with anyone for, personal or business. And the owner and staff are all very welcoming, which is always nice to see. I will definitely be going back!
I was in Harlem this week and stopped by to support this local tea shop. The server/ customer rep. was awesome for I was able to sample the tea on the countertops before making a selection. I would recommend supporting the location if and when you're in Harlem.
Delicious tea! I love tea and was so excited to finally try this place! The interior of the store is beautifully arranged, with a wonderful aroma of teas and peaceful music playing. It is a nice break from the busy streets outside. There is a large variety of teas to choose from, but the associates have always been very nice and helpful in recommending what teas to try. My favorite is their berry hibiscus tea, it is floral and delicious! They also sell spices, which I have not tried but would like to in the future. I recommend this place for all tea lovers!
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Overall this is a pretty cool spot for loose and bagged teas in Harlem! They have a pumpkin flavored black tea which tastes genuinely good, not like any of that pumpkin spice artificial stuff you would get from Starbucks. We have also been really enjoying their ruby chai, which is a combination of beet root powder and cacao powder that tastes like a healthier hot chocolate, totally awesome! If you are a tea connoisseur or have one in your life you need to get a gift for, Serengeti has unique, delicious teas. It's a great spot but I wish I could give 3.5 stars for a couple reasons. First, the hours have been very strange and limited probably due to Covid, and it does not make it easy to pop in and see what's going on. Second, they are definitely a bit on the pricey side for what they offer. Their decorative tins and beautiful designs make some awesome gifts, but it's definitely a lot to shell out if you're just trying to buy some tea for yourself. There aren't many other loose tea offerings in the area, so I was really glad to discover that Serengeti was selling a pretty quality product. I've also seen them giving out brewed samples from time to time, which is a nice touch. If you're on a budget however, it might be better to take a train downtown to McNulty's or Porto Rico.
Sorry that I have never written a review for this place. This is the best tea shop in all of N.Y.C. I love tea and coffee. There's something about a good warm cup of tea that touches your soul and they know just how to do that here. The customer service is awesome and they are so informative about all the teas they have here. If you are a serious tea drinker for all the benefits it has to offer you or just because you like to drink it. You need to bookmarked this place. Please take a trip up to Harlem and support this business. If you check out their Instagram page, you will see just how my tea guy is passionate about what he does. Bringing you the best of the best tea from Africa and beyond. This place is Miss YELP Approved!
This place is the tea shop of tea shops. It could not be more perfect. There is attention to detail and craft in their teamaking. I've never had anything bad here so try what moves you! My only wish is that they would go back to serving food.
I really love this tea house and their teas. Unfortunately, They have very poor communication in regards to making reservations for events. I'm very disappointed because I had to cancel a birthday plan because they didn't explain that my party would need to sit outside. I think it would be best if all employees are informed of reservation protocols before misleading a faithful customer. Overall teas are great but I wouldn't suggest booking them for events.
My first visit was lovely. I stopped by for pick-up during their limited covid hours. The two staff there on 6/18/20 were so welcoming and pleasant.I had a matcha golden yellow iced tea with milk. It was amazing and tasted like coquito, just as the barista said it would. The turmeric flavor blended so smoothly with the liquid creamy texture.I can't wait to return!