Just want to add for other people, that menu showing on Google maps is incorrect, the menu here as of 2023 is just tea and pastries, with option for miso soup and rice. There is very little option for gluten and dairy free, so be mindful when you must consider these. The staff and atmosphere is beautiful and pleasant nonetheless. Don't let this discourage you, just adding this information for others so their expectations are consistent. ♡
I volunteer at the garden so my review will be biased. That said, this is a great place to have quiet conversations while admiring the greenery outside. They mainly have variety of Japanese teas. I like all of the tea they have. All of the teas are serves with Japanese sweets. I like all of them, since choices are not that large, you may want to try all of them.
A really great spot to try out the Japanese sets. Their green tea is excellent. Staff are friendly and helpful but can be overwhelmed when they’re busy.
Very relaxing time after walking through the garden. Put our name on the list when we first walked into the garden, right when they opened since their reservations were full. Only waited an hour. Atmosphere, tea and food, and service is great!
Very nice experience, very authentic tea at Umami Café.
We thought we made the reservation, but turned out we only made the reservation for the garden… but luckily there was a outdoor seat available when we went, the staff welcomed us and was nice that we were able to get in.
It was a bit cold but nice to sit outdoor and enjoy the view with hot teas.
All of the food/tea we ordered were really good and if you order tea, you get three rounds of it. (the staff will add water for you)
I love their matcha, made me think of the time i visited Japan.
What a lovely experience! We got the tea sets and the matcha and hojicha brownies (yum). We didn’t think to make a reservation but it only ended up being a 30 min wait on a Saturday afternoon. I can see people thinking it’s expensive for tea and a snack, but the atmosphere is unique and makes up for that in my opinion.
Very upscale and authentic experience that is great for the price. Umami allows you to relax and enjoy the cafe and scenery while sipping on 3 rounds of tea steeping. I would recommend this and the Japanese garden to anyone visiting PDX.
Beautuful, enjoyable and serene.
Truly impressive architectural design.
Tried the Hojicha and Chokara tea set. Also the miso soup and rice as well as the flight of three Mochi Ice Cream.
Highly recommend it all.
What a great way to spend a drizzly afternoon.
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I had a great experience here. It was so hot the day I visited the gardens I almost didn't stop for tea. I'm so glad I did!
My waitress was friendly and helpful. The hot towels are dropped into a little water spot and they soak up the water and roll out fast like that 4th of July firework snake you got as a kid! Most fun event of my whole day!
I had the shiitake ochazuke and it was really really good. I was surprised after the Trader Joe's thing. The tea is poured over the rice to make the broth - delicious. In fact the tea was so wonderful I drank two cups! I also ordered the peach mochi and looked it so much I ordered extra to take home for my sons. I didn't think it was overly expensive.
It's a Japanese themed, simplistic open looking house perched at the top of the gardens. There are baskets under the tables to hold belongings- smart in the tight quarters. The tea trays and portions are small to us Americans, but that's normal for Japanese tea time. Plus those tiny tables only fit so much!
Definitely make a reservation. The experience is worth the wait, though. Ask about their seasonal pairing.
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