Tea drinking is a long-standing tradition in the UAE, so there’s no doubt that Dubai takes its tea very seriously. And that’s especially true nowadays. Over the past 15 years, new locally-grown tea shops in Dubai continue to pop up, upping the city’s tea game — from karak to everything in between.
Many of the tea companies on this list are proud to offer unique blends that are ethically sourced, organically grown, sustainably packaged, and truly innovative.
So if you’re looking for tea shops in Dubai where you can socialize over a cup of matcha, purchase a jar of oolong or herbal tea for your home, or order a thoughtful gift set for a friend, I’ve got you covered with my picks of where you can get the best tea in Dubai!
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7 Local Tea Shops in Dubai for Loose Leaf Tea & Gifts
1. Pekoe Tea & Bread Bar
Located in Alserkal Avenue, Pekoe Tea & Bread Bar is one of the most popular tea shops in Dubai. It’s part bakery, part restaurant, and part Japanese-influenced teahouse – but with an ultra-modern twist. This place is the epitome of cool, and everything from their loose-leaf teas to their homemade bread, jams, and food is top-notch.
But you’re here for the teas, which you’ll find in spades in this hip eatery and teahouse. From a variety of custom chai blends to the first Cold Brew Single Origin Teas in the UAE, curated loose leaf teas sourced from around the world, and some of the best matcha drinks you’ve had in your life, you’re going to love sipping your way through the seemingly endless teas on offer at Pekoe.
2. Feel Good Tea Co.
When it comes to selection, Feel Good Tea Co. offers some of the best tea in Dubai. I’m always a fan of sampling different teas, so I love that they offer a Discovery Box, which comes with 15 different teas perfectly packaged in glass tubes.
That way, I can just reorder the flavors I like the best. From Black Dragon Oolong, Pineapple Crush, and Pumpkin Chai to Immuni-TEA, Darjeeling Masala, and Rose Buds Flower Tea, there are so many cool flavors to try here!
This is my go-to place whenever I want to get a gift for a tea lover in my life. The Wooden Box is beautifully packaged with 10 corked glass “tea pods” inside. Plus, they’ll engrave the recipient’s name inside for free, which is a thoughtful extra touch.
That’s my favorite gifting option, but they have other excellent gifts on their website, too.
3. Project Chaiwala
Project Chaiwala is one of the most unique tea companies in Dubai. And I absolutely love that this Dubai-based business is all about promoting and preserving the “decades-old chai culture in the UAE.”
Plus, if you’re anything like me, you think that karak tea is the best thing ever, so having a pack of Project Chaiwala’s Karak Aslee (classic chia with cardamom) on hand is pretty much a necessity.
They have other fun flavors too. Think cocoa-infused Molten Karak, heavily spiced Mystic Masala, the back-to-basics Arbab Suleimani, and saffron-spiked Karak Arabia.
You’ll find Project Chaiwala inside Cinema Akil in Alserkal Avenue. In addition to their iced and hot chia teas, they also serve delicious parathas, wraps, and toasties. But if you’re just looking to buy some Project Chaiwala teas to have at home or give as a gift, you can order through their website.
4. Tania’s Teahouse
Tania’s Teahouse is another one of the most popular tea shops in Dubai. You’ll find their flagship teahouse in Dubai Hills Business Park and their sister branch, Sereni-tea, in Al Wasl.
Tania’s Teahouse is the stuff of Instagram dreams. And in addition to teas, this is an amazing spot to have brunch with friends or host an event.
But if it’s tea you’re after, you’ll want to make your way to Sereni-tea. The carefully curated menu here is largely focused on wellness and healing, with all teas being “custom-blended, organic, and ethically sourced with zero artificial ingredients.”
If you’re looking for tea companies in Dubai that sell loose leaf teas for the home, Tania’s has got you covered with their new Tea Treasures box. It comes with three boxes (40 grams each) of your favorite loose-leaf teas, perfect for gifting or just keeping for yourself!
5. AVANTCHA
If you’re looking for tea shops in Dubai that offer a dash of sophistication and luxury, AVANTCHA is always a solid option. What I love about this company is its focus on sustainable farming, organic cultivation, biodegradable packaging, and offering carefully curated teas sourced from around the world.
Head over to their tearoom in Al Quoz, and you’ll find a wide variety of unique loose leaf teas on offer – from Chocolate Chilli, Cocoa Orange Masala Chai, and Lavender Tranquility to Green Earl Grey, Keemun Imperial Saffron, and Moroccan Mint, to name just a few.
Or, if you don’t feel like making the journey, you can always order your favorites from their website. They also have lovely gift sets and teaware if you’re looking for a gift for the tea-lover in your life!
6. HAIYATEA
If you’re on the prowl for unique loose leaf teas, then HAIYATEA is one of the coolest tea companies in Dubai. This company sources their teas directly from small farms and focuses on artisanal, non-mass-produced teas, which means their selection of loose-leaf teas is always changing.
The majority of teas on offer at HAIYATEA are 100% pure, which means they have no additives, aside from a few that contain fresh flowers. Their offerings range from matcha to oolong, herbal, pu-erh, and beyond.
But don’t worry if you don’t know where to start, because you can reach out to get advice from their resident tea sommelier, who will help you choose the perfect loose leaf teas for you!
7. Tea by M
The boutique teas at Tea by M are sourced from organic farmers from around the world who use organic farming practices. Plus, the lovely loose leaf teas here always come in thoughtful, sustainable packaging with zero use of plastic, which is always much appreciated.
So, whether you’re looking for tea for your home or a unique gift set, Tea by M has some of the best tea in Dubai. You can either shop online or find these teas at Depachika Food Hall in Nakheel Mall or The Market Island in Dubai Festival City Mall.
