Speciality & Gift Shops

11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Monday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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A 30 year old traditional Chinese tea house located 9 Neil Road is a two-storey shophouse in Second Transitional Shophouse Style and features distinctive decorative wall mouldings on the front façade. It is located within the Tanjong Pagar area of Chinatown Historic District, an area rich in 19th century urban heritage

Duration: 1-2 hours

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Neighbourhood: Outram

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Telok Ayer • 8 min walk

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Becky J
2 contributions
Highly recommended tea experience
Superb experience! Everything about the Tea Appreciation Experience was wonderful. The teas are delicious and the host was knowledgable and engaging. You are given a short demonstration of the ceremony, and then left to savour your drink peacefully. The whole environment is beautiful with low wooden tables and hanging scrolls, creating a calm and enjoyable space. Even the little touches are there - the WiFi is good and strong, there js a tasty little shortbread biscuit[UK]/cookie[US], and a digital menu of more food and drink choices to explore but no pressured up-selling. I was really looking forward to this and it really delivered. Whether you’re quite interested in tea like I am, or a complete novice, I’d recommend coming and having the experience.
Visited October 2023
Travelled solo
Written 2 October 2023
Matt K
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom8 contributions
Relaxing!
Fantastic hidden gem. Nice and relaxing and included on the go city tour! Well worth a visit if your passing, it is easy to get to on the hop on hop off bus. Staff are friendly but definitely worth booking!
Visited October 2023
Travelled as a couple
Written 24 October 2023
GoPlaces40165450559
2 contributions
Where you can experience tea culture
I came here after looking around Chinatown. The quiet atmosphere makes me feel at ease. It's good to relax for a while. Warm tea and relaxing. It's a resting place that makes you look forward to the next schedule
Visited February 2024
Travelled with family
Written 4 February 2024
Tigon A
2 contributions
Learning to sip tea the right way.
I’m not a tea connoisseur but I would like to enjoy tea like how it should be. It was a nice, pleasant and knowledgeable experience. I booked the ticket with go city. I’m glad I did it. Highly recommended.
Visited February 2024
Travelled solo
Written 13 February 2024
Rodrigo A
Rio de Janeiro, RJ3 contributions
Experience the Magic of Tea at Tea Chapter
Tea Chapter is a mighty fine place for tea lovers, I tell you! The atmosphere is so peaceful and cozy, it makes you feel right at home. The selection of teas is top-notch, offering some darn good flavors. We tried the Shui Jin Gui, which means "Golden Turtle" in Chinese, and it was a wonderful experience. The folks working there really know their stuff and guide you on how to brew the tea just right. With some tasty snacks to go along, Tea Chapter is a special spot for anyone wanting to enjoy and learn more about tea, whether you're an expert or just curious.
Visited May 2024
Travelled with family
Written 25 May 2024
CYP
Cebu City, Philippines90 contributions
Cozy tea experience
The tea place is very cozy an old house converted into a tea house. Choose from different types of seating - japanese, korean or oriental. The staff is helpful and taught us how to brew the tea we ordered.
Visited September 2024
Travelled with family
Written 20 September 2024

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Tada T

Singapore River, Singapore1 contribution

Bad service from manager of tea chapter

Sept 2021 • Family

Indoor Diners are required to be vaccinated. Government issued tracetogether tokens to all residents of Singapore who require them. I am one who responded to Government's call to vaccinate and carries my tracetogether token wherever I go. I went to tea chapter and produced my token for them to check my vaccination status. One of the bosses(according to a staff who served us)who is an elderly lady, told me they cannot check and tell me to download the tracetogether app so as I can proved my vaccination status. I told her that with the token, every eatery I went to can verify my vaccination status. She refused to check my vaccination status with my tracetogether token and refused me entry and said "too bad" if I cannot proved to them my vaccination status. I feel as a place who charge at least $20++ for a cup of lousy chinese tea (of course the better tea cost more)she should at least have the courtesy to be a little bit more polite. I don't encourage people to patronise such establishment when the bosses have such bad attitude. Maybe they feel they have alot of customer who are willing to pay and drink tea that they don't have to be service friendly. I definitely will not be going back there and will let my friends know of such bad service. There are other nicer tea house in Singapore with better tea and charge less.

Written 13 September 2021

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Adventure516502

3 contributions

Beautiful adventure into tea

Jan 2020 • Solo

Im American but have always been fascinated by the tea ceremony. I loved the aesthetic and hospitality I experienced at tea chapter! It’s well worth every dollar if you are passionate about tea, or experiencing flavor intensely in general. I would recommend to any foreign visitor!

Written 13 January 2020

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TeaChapter

Dear Sir / Madam, Thanks for your 5 stars rating of Tea Chapter. We are glad that you have enjoy yourself at our tea house. Thanks for recommending us.

Written 14 January 2020

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Becky J

2 contributions

Highly recommended tea experience

Oct 2023 • Solo

Superb experience! Everything about the Tea Appreciation Experience was wonderful. The teas are delicious and the host was knowledgable and engaging. You are given a short demonstration of the ceremony, and then left to savour your drink peacefully.

The whole environment is beautiful with low wooden tables and hanging scrolls, creating a calm and enjoyable space. Even the little touches are there - the WiFi is good and strong, there js a tasty little shortbread biscuit[UK]/cookie[US], and a digital menu of more food and drink choices to explore but no pressured up-selling.

I was really looking forward to this and it really delivered. Whether you’re quite interested in tea like I am, or a complete novice, I’d recommend coming and having the experience.

Written 3 October 2023

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Rodrigo A

Rio de Janeiro, RJ3 contributions

Experience the Magic of Tea at Tea Chapter

May 2024 • Family

Tea Chapter is a mighty fine place for tea lovers, I tell you! The atmosphere is so peaceful and cozy, it makes you feel right at home. The selection of teas is top-notch, offering some darn good flavors. We tried the Shui Jin Gui, which means "Golden Turtle" in Chinese, and it was a wonderful experience. The folks working there really know their stuff and guide you on how to brew the tea just right. With some tasty snacks to go along, Tea Chapter is a special spot for anyone wanting to enjoy and learn more about tea, whether you're an expert or just curious.

Written 25 May 2024

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Tammy Tay

8 contributions

PlenTEAful Good Experience

Feb 2023 • Couples

We were lucky to be able to sit at the table that the late Queen Elizabeth sat at when she visited.

The experience started with a demo from the staff on how to brew the tea and taste the tea.

Ordered Imperial Golden Cassia tea (which was the tea that was served to the late Queen according to the staff) and the Ba Nuo Pu'er tea. Highly reccomend to try the Imperial Golden Cassia tea, the tea has a strong creamy floral aroma.

As for food, we ordered the vegetarian long jing mee sua, cookies, tea eggs and dragon mochi. I'm not one to appreciate vegetarian food but boy was I blown away by the mee sua. The soup had a very clean, light yet sweet vegetable taste. Tea eggs were unexpectedly perfectly cooked. The yolk wasn't dry and the whites were not rubbery! Be sure to try the mochi warm as it was soft and pillowly and not sweet. Cookies were interesting if you enjoy tea as it was all a different experience.

Overall, really glad I've came!

Written 11 February 2023

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zling

Brisbane3 contributions

My excellent tea chapter

Dec 2022 • Family

This tea tasting was an interesting and exquisite experience that my family will remember. This was a informative and detailed session, on how to make and enjoy the tea. Even as a 12 year old tween I love this event. I have learnt the way of making good tea. I would definitely recommend this to anyone even if you dislike tea because it will change your mind. 🍵👍🏻✌️

Written 23 December 2022

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jovanlee53

9 contributions

Relaxing escape, great service

Mar 2023 • Solo

Fantastic experience. Was great to relax and escape from my hectic lifestyle for an hour. Was taught the basics by the tea master on how to properly brew tea. She also gave a thorough explanation for the tea selection they had. Little expensive to come here solo, would be great for couples or 3-4 people. Will be back for sure!

Written 23 March 2023

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aleph

1 contribution

A unique oasis in singapore

Jan 2020 • Family

I first discovered tea chapter in my twenties as a young woman. It was an oasis of quiet and calm in the middle of a bustling metropolis. It was my privilege to be able to share the delights of wonderful tea, beautiful rooms and a reflective space for conversation with my daughter 25 years after I first discovered it. A truly remarkable place for meaningful family conversations! The tea is astounding too!

Written 2 January 2020

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TeaChapter

Dear Sir / Madam, Thanks for giving Tea Chapter a 5 stars rating. We hope that you have a enjoyable time at Tea Chapter with your daughter.

Written 2 January 2020

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Kat

United States3 contributions

A Must for Tea Lovers

Jan 2023 • Friends

We sampled 7g of the Imperial Golden Cassia, which comes about to 5 steeps. The staff member at Tea Chapter carefully explained all the tools and walked us through how to appreciate the fragrance of the tea and how to hold the teacup. There are several tea room options, one with sunken seated area and a Japanese style one. Their menu also includes very cute food menu options.

Written 28 January 2023

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Nat

Singapore, Singapore35 contributions

Afternoon Tea Appreciation

Dec 2020 • Couples

We had booked the tea appreciation workshop - Shades of Tea where we learned about the history of tea, 6 different types of tea and there were tea snacks served at the end of the class. The class size is also kept small and feel very personalized. The tea master, Mr Tay was very knowlegable, patient and detailed in conducting the workshop. He showed us the proper etiquette and procedure in serving Chinese Tea. Our answers were answered thoroughly by him. At the end of the workshop we were able to practice and drink the tea that was served earlier. The gift was a nice touch and token to bring home too. Ambient wise is also excellent similar to a traditional tea house. Fully recommended workshop to go to if you are a tea lover!

Written 19 December 2020

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TeaChapter

Dear Sir / Madam, Thanks for giving Tea Chapter a 4 stars rating. We are glad that you have enjoy the tea appreciation workshop at our tea house. Sincerely hope that you and your friends will continue the good habit of drinking chinese tea in your daily routine.

Written 22 December 2020

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