1441 E Fletcher Ave #101
Tampa, FL 33612
*Disclaimer: We were not paid for this review. All opinions are our own and based on our personal experience. Your experience may be different.
Kaleisia Tea Lounge is your stop in Tampa for a healthy pot of freshly brewed loose leaf tea. The great selection of organic teas, quiet setting, and nice presentation make it the perfect choice for a rejuvenating afternoon tea break.
Kaleisia offers a full menu of every type of tea you can imagine: green, white, rooibos, black, and special herbal blends can all be found on the extensive 100+ item tea menu. The SnowBuds organic white tea we tried was delicious: smooth, light, and not at all bitter. The presentation was nice as well: the bamboo based tea tray was attractive.
White tea is a perfect option for those who are trying to limit their caffeine intake as the content is much lower than black and green teas. You will get a small boost, but not the crazy energy jump you may experience from higher caffeine content black and green teas.
Tea can be ordered in a single serving size mug or a full teapot (which is easily large enough to serve 3 or 4). Prices are very affordable with a large pot ranging in price from $4-7. Update: As of 2025, only one size is now offered - priced at just under 4 bucks.
In addition, specialty tea based lattes and smoothies are an option for those with more of a sweet tooth. Around the fall season, you will find a delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte as well as other seasonal drinks.
A few light snacks including appetizers (veggie spring rolls, hummus & chips), hummus avocado wrap, salad, soups, and sandwiches can be ordered along with your tea. There are plenty of vegan and gluten-free items on the menu including a delicious Pumpkin Coconut Soup.
Servers were happy and friendly. Tea was brought out to our table within a matter of minutes.
Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. Non-smokers need to be aware that smoking is allowed outside on the patio. Not a good choice for a tea lounge, in my opinion.
A quiet Japanese tea room made out of local pine wood is the perfect place to study or read a book. If you prefer to socialize with friends, the main room is a better option as it is a bit more upbeat and modern. The basic design is very minimalistic with little decor besides a few pieces of artwork and a few tea based knickknacks. The decor was a bit boring, chain-like, and bland in my opinion and could be spruced up to be a bit more cozy.
Overall, Kaleisia is a nice place to stop for a tea break if you find yourself traveling through the USF area of Tampa. The availability of a wide range of common and rare teas combined with great prices and friendly staff are a plus.
