Chén Chè
Mitte
Tranquil Vietnamese tea house and restaurant set in a leafy courtyard, practicing traditional 800-year-old tea ceremonies and clay pot cooking methods from rural monasteries. Features an extensive selection of healing teas and authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
Overview
Located in a hidden courtyard off Rosenthaler Strasse, this Vietnamese tea house preserves centuries-old tea traditions while serving authentic cuisine from rural and monastic Vietnam.
Design & Space
- Interior decorated with hanging light fixtures and low tables with silk cushions
- Open-air garden with abundant plants and flowers
- Back area configured for group dining
- Intimate courtyard setting providing natural seclusion
Tea Program
- Traditional Asian tea ceremonies conducted by tea masters (reservation required)
- Daily tea hour from 3-5pm featuring organic Sencha with house-made delicacies
- Specialized brewing techniques, including long-process ginger tea
- Curated selection of healing and therapeutic teas discovered during Asian study trips
Culinary Approach
- Clay pot cooking methods from Vietnamese monasteries
- Daily-changing menu emphasizing regional ingredients
- House specialties include sticky black rice with coconut milk and tropical fruits
- On-site bakery producing traditional Vietnamese pastries
Practical Details
- Garden seating requires advance booking, especially in summer
- Lunch service begins before 12:30
- Selected teas available for home preparation
- Adaptable for vegan diets