- Restaurants |
- Nightlife |
- Shopping |
- Coffee |
- All
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
3 reviews for Ming Tao Xuan Tea House
All Reviews
Ming Tao Xuan Tea House
8/20/2010
Preamble: I've never been to a Tea House before.
*Service (5/5)*: I'd give the guy a 6 if it made sense. The service was the definition of amazing. He was more than willing to talk about the different teas, their history and their characteristics. Making sure he got the order and giving suggestions.
Then the tea came.
For ever order he'd prepare the tea set up in front of you and then walk you through the preparation. Though he would say the same directions to each one of us (4), it completely felt as if he was talking to you individually and teaching you this personal tea ritual. Very personable, knowledgeable, helpful and inviting. He made the experience.
*Food/Tea (4/5)*: I'm no tea connoisseur, just see the preamble. I almost went to a Starbucks for a Grande Dirty Chai (Tazo Chai latte with soy and a shot of expresso) before walking in this place on a whim. None the less, I really enjoyed my Taiwan GABA Dragon Tea and Vegetable "Bun", like a wonton bun thing filled with soy and veggies. Oh and it was delicious. I left wishing I hadn't shared. I'm not a huge believer on the medicinal properties of tea, but I definitely felt calmer when I left the place.
But that could have some thing to do with the...
*Atmosphere (4/5)*: Beautiful. Light oriental themed harmonies in the back ground. A bunch of Buddha's smiling at you. A million interesting tea pots and tea paraphernalia to browse. Divider like show pieces between tables for a relatively private setting. Very nice.
*Verdict?*: I'd be here regularly if I lived in old Montreal.
Ming Tao Xuan Tea House
10/3/2008
3 photos
Tea to cleanse your soul....well that's what my Mama kept on sayin'!!
By sheer curiosity of the place (originally looking at the cupcake shop next door) we entered the Ming Tao Xuan tea house (aka: Salon de Te) and had the instant feeling of entering an actual tea house in China. The place is beautifully decorated with authentic artifacts and shelves loaded with hand-crafted teapots and tea accessories.
A full-detailed Tea menu is brought by one of their knowledgeable tea experts who gives you a full description of any and all teas, tea properties, and advises on how to choose your tea. Teas price range from $6-8 dollars and they also have several options of cookies and light pastries as an accompaniment
The tea presentation makes this a remarkable experience.....I can't describe how much fun we had throughout it all....Tea service is very affordable but prices of the teapots and its accessories are what could possibly break your bank. The craftsmanship of the tea pots is amazing and if you budget right, you can put together an exquisite set to bring back home and show how cultured you are!
Hit the tea house after the a long walk around the Vieux Port and before visiting the Notre-Dame Basilica. You'll feel immensely cleansed and ready for a prayer or two at church!
Listed in: Quebec City & Montreal CAN
Ming Tao Xuan Tea House
7/29/2009
I love, love, love this place. They have an amazing selection of tea and the staff is very knowledgeable. Plus, the food is yummy. The ambiance really sets this place apart. They have beautiful wood work and gorgeous tea accouterments. If you're looking for a tasty snack and some interesting tea, this is the place for you. (Keep in mind, though, the menu is small. So, don't come here if you're super hungry or have a bunch of people).
