Teetao Tea House
Enjoy a little bit of China in the centre of Helsinki
Why name
Teetao?
The name Teetao(茶道)brings together several layers of meaning.
Tee means “tea(茶)” in Finnish, while Tao refers to the concept of “the Way(道)” in Chinese philosophy — Taoism(道教), which emphasises harmony, balance, and living in accordance with the natural flow of life.
At the same time, Teetao resonates with traditional Gongfu tea from the Chaoshan region of China. In the local Chaoshan (Teochew) dialect, the expression 𨑨迌 (tiag⁴ to⁵) refers to spending time leisurely or going out to enjoy oneself — an unhurried way of passing time. This sense of slowing down and tasting attentively lies at the heart of Gongfu tea and of Teetao itself.
Teetao Location
Our tea shop is an authentic Chinese tea house in the heart of Helsinki, offering hundreds of self-selected teas. We serve tea in the traditional Chinese Gongfu Tea style, where you’ll not only enjoy the perfect brew but also have the chance to learn and brew your own. Step inside and experience a peaceful moment, surrounded by the rich aromas and culture of Chinese tea.
Our Location:
uudenmaankatu 19-21, LH 8, Helsinki, 00120, Finland
Our Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday 13:00-19:00
For special opening hours, please check our latest announcement section or google map.
5.0 stars by over 200 customers
“What a lovely find! Visited for afternoon tea and everything was greater than I could’ve imagined. The owners were extremely friendly and shared with us the background of every tea and dish that we were served. Everything tasted fantastic and was plentiful. The atmosphere was so peaceful and warm, we spent 2,5h there, but it felt like we’d just been there for an hour or so. Highly recommend visiting this teahouse!”
— Eeti Berg“It was an excellent experience with very reasonable prices! They have wide selection of Chinese and Taiwanese teas which are served in a traditional way. Deserts are also delicious and the service is 10 out of 10. There are also available lactose, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian options. The place looks to be owned by Asian family. The music and atmosphere is very calming and would be suitable for work or studies.”
— Sofija Danilevicha“So happy to welcome a new tea place in Helsinki. In a country ranking as a top coffee consumer, every bit of quality tea counts! This classic Chinese tea house has a lively atmosphere, great selection of teas and desserts. They also offer afternoon tea, and I can’t wait to be back soon to try it out! I hope to see this place receiving recognition it deserves!”
— L S