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Cha Do Raku

Authentic Japanese tea culture meets a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$ & $$
OPEN1 pm - 7 pm
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Cha Do Raku serves as a sanctuary for those interested in the nuances of traditional Japanese tea preparation. The menu centers on a vast selection of high-quality imported leaves, where precise brewing draws out deep, subtle aromatics in every cup. Alongside these tea offerings, the kitchen prepares homemade comfort food rooted in seasonal sensibilities. Savory dishes such as ochazuke anchor the selection, presenting a bowl of rice submerged in fragrant broth that provides a gentle, warming flavor profile. The space maintains an intimate character, keeping the focus entirely on the sensory experience of the tea and food. Every item reflects a steady dedication to authentic flavor balance and traditional presentation, resulting in a distinct environment where the quiet complexity of Japanese ingredients takes precedence.

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4.790 ratings
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*as of 2026-08-15
4.790 ratings
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Cha Do Raku is widely celebrated for offering an authentic, intimate, and relaxing Japanese tea experience that feels like a hidden gem. Guests frequently praise the extensive selection of premium teas, the fascinating brewing techniques, and the high-quality, homemade Japanese comfort food such as ochazuke and seasonal desserts. Many visitors appreciate the knowledgeable service, the clear explanations provided during tea ceremonies, and the welcoming atmosphere, noting that it serves as a tranquil escape. While the majority of feedback highlights the unique charm, expert presentation, and overall quality of the food and tea, a few mentions regarding smaller portion sizes, pricing, or seating comfort suggest a highly specialized but delightful environment that encourages repeat visits.
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Doc
5.0

Best tea shop in town.

Dec 28, 2023
on Google
Marc-André
5.0

+++ Wide, well-curated, well-described selection of specialty teas. +++ Kind & attentive service. +++ Beautifully & tastefully decorated. --- Get ready to pay the price. This is an absolute gem. A small & lovely teahouse coupled with a cozy teashop, it makes for an easy win in the gourmet category. A selection of music plays all throughout, at times calming, at times cheery, but always interesting to hear. While the price tags tend to be on the higher end, with them come selected teas in a quality-over-quantity philosophy, along with artisanal teaware in a myriad of lovely shapes & colors.

Dec 27, 2023
on Google
Ophelia
2.0

The place is cute & aesthetic with a variety of teas. The owner is nice as well, but matcha for 8 dollars+ tax for only a couple of sips is not worth it. Also, it wasn't that good. I will not be coming back.

Dec 26, 2023
on Google
Dondré
5.0

Outstanding little tea shop, a ton of purchasable cups, pots, teas & other things. The tea shop is very small but super cool, it was great to get out of the cold, relax & try a few different teas & snacks. I'd definitely recommend trying a few teas & snacks.

Dec 25, 2023
on Google
Anne-Marie
5.0

J’aime beaucoup cet endroit pour prendre le thé ou un matcha. Très bon service de la propriétaire. Des nouvelles découvertes à chaque fois.

Sep 20, 2023
on Google
Ariane
5.0

so lovely :) had a great afternoon here drinking tea & eating lunch. wonderful atmosphere & great service, I highly recommend it! �

Sep 4, 2023
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Felix
5.0

Had an absolutely lovely tea discovery workshop. Highly recommend.

Aug 26, 2023
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EdRut-208
1 Review
5.0

Like being transported to a home in the Japanese countryside.

Apr 28, 2019
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