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Roji Tea Lounge

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108 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA (315) 428-0844 Website Suggest Changes

Sun 3:00pm – 11:00pm Mon 3:00pm – 11:00pm Tue 3:00pm – 01:00am Wed 3:00pm – 01:00am Thu 3:00pm – 01:00am Fri 3:00pm – 01:00am Sat 3:00pm – 01:00am

An intimate space, tastefully decorated. The menu is varied enough to hold one's interest, yet focused enough to avoid confusing the novice. The owner/operator is a charming young girl from Kyoto with an obvious passion for tea. The Roji tea lounge is a tranquil, inviting escape from the downtown bustle.

Recent reviews

    • Thomas Vane

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      A friend and I visiting Syracuse literally stumbled upon this place as a recommendation from a barista at a local coffee shop. I am so happy we did. It was quaint, comfortable, and incredibly welcoming with a wide selection of teas. It ended up pouring the day we came and we stayed without issue until the rain stopped. It was so nice, peaceful, and just perfect that we came back the next day. I have incredibly fond memories of our visit and plan to return again once the pandemic is over.

    • Britnie Campbell

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      I absolutely LOVE Roji! Small, quiet, intimate - a wonderful selection of teas.

    • Rigel C

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      Roji offers an open, quiet atmosphere and a wide selection of excellent-quality teas. They have a snack/food menu as well, with delicious vegan and gluten-free options. Highly recommend visiting.

    • Ciara

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      Amazing little place with great tea and food, and a wonderful atmosphere.

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      SJ

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      One of my favorite places within the city. An inviting atmosphere with a wide selection of teas to try. Excellent snack/dessert choices and vegan-friendly. Most of their staff is prepared to answer some of your most complicated questions about tea. They are well-trained and knowledgeable. They make sure that even their newest associates are excellently trained before engaging with customers. A worthwhile place to visit.

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      Julia

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      Roji is a wonderful tea room. Such attention to detail in the presentation and serving of tea, wonderfully dreamy atmosphere. The selection of teas is very broad, and the green tea cake is delicious!! I spent many an evening with friends here, and it holds so many great memories for me! I have since moved to NYC, and I can say that nothing here surpasses Roji's spot as my favorite tea room of all time. The others just can't compare!

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      Matt

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      This lounge made me a fan of tea as I never really took much interest before coming here. I go there 2-3 times a week to do homework or just get out of my apartment. The only thing more impressive than the taste of the tea is the care that goes into preparing and presenting it. The the staff is simply awesome, engaging when I am being social, letting me be when I am isolating myself with headphones to do work. They are also really helpful, which is great since I know nothing about tea. Its one of the few places I will really miss in Syracuse when I leave.

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      Erica 2

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      I love this teahouse. The staff are wonderful, and very helpful. I, and a group of loud knitters, occasionally take up some space at the Tea Lounge, and we always feel so welcome. The staff actually have started to recognize us. Such a great asset to Syracuse.

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      Ali

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      The tea was excellent and couches were comfy. The staff was more than willing to chat and make recommendations. Roji even had something my non-tea drinking boyfriend could enjoy with their bubble tea. It was a great experience and worth going to. I'll definitely be going back there.

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      Joseph

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      This place is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown. Quality service and tea with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. If you can, go there sometime during the week and take advantage of the step-up corner seating area; very cozy.

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      Anita

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      The staff is incredibly polite, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. The cozy environment is comfortable and the snacks delicious! They go out of their way to be vegan friendly.

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      Alicia

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      This is the best Tea Lounge ever. Everyone that works there is so nice and helpful. I go about once a week at least. It's really nice because the people that work there remember you, and there's so many different teas to try you'll never get bored. I LOVE ROJI!

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      Dan B.

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      The owner is the most charming girl on earth. Her mother is a grand master of the Japanese tea ceremony, so tea is in her blood, so to speak. I only know this because they hosted a demonstration of the complete tea ceremony once - what an amazing ritual! The variety of teas they have available is easily on a par with any hip, urban tea lounge in any real city, like NY, San Francisco, etc.... It's an astounding thing to find in Syracuse, and should be considered a valuable local resource. I try to stop in whenever I'm in town. Where else can I get a cup of Silver Needle this far upstate?

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      aya

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      What a wonderful place to have tea. I love the tea and music there. Itfs a must go place when I feel stressed. My favorite place in Syracuse!

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      Jen

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      This place is amazing! With the main focus being on quality even their bubble teas are the best I've ever had.

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      Eric

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      The selection of tea is a wonderful compared to the other places in the area. The atmosphere is comforting and warm. With also, great music to relax to

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      whitney

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      this is probably the most hip happenen' place in syracuse. it has the nicest staff and the best tea on this side of the world! enjoy good tea and good music!!!! :D

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      a.y.

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      i can:t believe there is a place like this here!!! music is amazing and the teas are the real deal..definately my new favorite place

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      Chad

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      This is a great place to go if you have never experienced tea before. The staff is very informative and cheerful. Everything here is amazing from the people to the tea. Great place to go with friends for a quiet, relaxing night.

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      Melinda

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      Tea room is very small. Staff un-attentative. I ordered hot bubble tea which was served warm-cold.Selection of tea was limited compared to other tea rooms.

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      Dave

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      Equisite & peaceful. Aromatic & divine. Kind & courteous. The entire experience at Roji is fantastic. The service is impeccable & kind. The teas variety is amazing & traditional. Step into a sanctuary of delight...

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      Richard

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      This is the best place to sit down and relax over absolutely amazing teas and snacks. Many vegan options, and bubble teas are great! The chai with a scoop of ice cream, and the bagel with cream cheese and adzuki beans would probably be my two favorite menu items.

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      Dee

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      Love the tea, love the people, love the food. What else could you ask for. Its a great place to relax and learn about tea.