Come for a sip of mystery in the ByWard Market, where The Tea Party features such blends as the Sherlock and the Moriarty. Housed in a historic red brick house, the setting is cozy and intimate, and there are dozens upon dozens of teas available, including Indian, Chinese, African, rooibos, chai and more. Snack on a cucumber and cream cheese sandwich as the perfect accompaniment for your beverage.
More than 100 kinds of tea are on offer here, but the Tea Party is great for coffee, too. Beans are supplied by local roasters Happy Goat and Joel’s Coffee. And with French press on offer, you can try any of the 10 types in stock — including those, such as Jamaican Blue Mountain, not always found in java-centric joints. The historic Victorian brick house is decorated in an Alice in Wonderland theme, but in pleasant weather the patio is equally inviting. House-made scones, both sweet and savoury, and sandwiches such as tandoori tofu and classic cucumber, are popular.