The Whole Tea Leaf Experience
San Fancisco, CA –
San Francisco has a lot of wonderful unique tea houses, all with different blends, decor, and service. One of my favorite places is the Samovar Tea Lounge in the Yerba Buena Gardens. I was taken there one night by a friend. I had never seen this area of San Francisco before; walked passed it millions of times. Inside Yerba Buena Gardens is beautiful in itself, filled with plant life, a memorial waterfall to MLK, and spectacular cityscape views. This Samovar Tea Lounge, with its high glass windows walls, overlooks this area.
But it’s not just about the views. The tea house accents its high ceiling with simple, Asian inspired design. If you want to enjoy the fresh air then you can enjoy outdoor seating on the patio. The tea menu is so extensive that it has its own menu, and there is a separate food menu as well in case you’re hungry.
There is a wide ramp at the base of the waterfall that will take you right up to the tea lounge. An there is a spacious wheelchair accessible restroom available.
Wheelchair Traveling Guide: San Francisco
Samovar Tea Lounge:
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View of Yerba Buena Gardens:
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