Arnold’s Tea

Back home for the holidays and checking out all the new neighborhood places. I love that this business is black owned. They have a vast variety of teas and I decided to get the matcha chai tea latte. They have about five different varieties of chai which I thought was interesting. There are many teas to choose from and they also offer a good menu. The space is very big a nice place to come and study or do work. My sister wanted to rent it for her bridal shower and they offer that. The only thing I would say is they should give an explanation of the different types of teas maybe in a smaller brochure. My sister who works at teavana said they used a lot of tea than is needed so they could save more money by using less. They also had honey and other items from local businesses. Other wise the service was great. It did take a long time to get my order but it was busy I won’t knock them for that ;-)

Delightfully helpful staff, but NOT a tea shop. More like a sandwich shop that serves some tea. People who love tea will know what I mean.
Atmosphere is not cozy come sip sit and relax, more like get some lunch with tea, on your quick one hour break from work.
Prices are good and they do have a selection of loose tea as well as by the cup. I thought the selection pretty standard (hibiscus, Earl grey, golden monkey, gunpowder) but seriously lacking for a place calling itself a tea shop. (Only a single Pu-​erh and it was not pure but mixed with chocolate orange)
Meh.

Very cool atmosphere, rustic and homey. Larger than I expected on the inside with a side room that has a large couch and tables to work at. Tea is delicious and the staff are friendly.

I love this place. I am a fan of coffee, not tea so I am biased. But I had this amazing coconut cream chocolate banana something or other blend (it wasn’t full of sugary flavoring or anything, it was just the tea) and it was one of the best cups of tea ever. The woman working behind the counter (I think she was the owner) knew all of the teas and could tell me about every blend and flavor. It is a great space and has an extensive menu. I am not from the area, but if I were, I would be there all the time.

After a long day at school on the North Side, I traveled my usual route back to the East on E. Ohio St. Traffic was unusually hectic so I had time to gaze around at my surroundings. That’s when I noticed this large store front with a neat interior. I parked my car and walked into the coolest tea and coffee shop I’ve seen in Pittsburgh. Really sweet customer service and awesome interior. The teas were just as good. I ordered the Lavenade (lavender lemonade) and a green tea. Definitely will go back soon

Great atmosphere, warm people, and awesome eats. My pear and arugula salad tasted like candy. Happy I found this place; will definitely be back!

I decided to check this place out since it has been a while since I’ve been on the North-​side. There is street parking along with a parking lot on a diagonol behind it. All parking is metered wherever you park.
Came inside. The atmosphere was «homey» with wooden tables and chairs. In an adjacent room there is a sofa and table to relax. The place wasn’t at all busy for lunch so I decided to order the pear arugula salad. I asked the counter person regarding getting a cold tea since it was an unusually warm day. She told me that all of their teas can be made cold upon request. There was one that interested me which was called «Peach apple cobbler tea.» I asked about it and was told that it has that flavor to it along with cider mixed in. Seeing fall had arrived I opted for that one.
She also explained to me that my salad would come with bacon, pecans, and Gorgonzola cheese which I said was fine. The dressing used is a pear vinaigrette that also contains the same cheese. I went to sit down to wait for my order and observed that they have takeout, a wall full of various teas and huge desserts or pastries available for purchase.
Finally she explained that they have a reward program via Perka where if you purchase a total of 6 teas then your 7^th one would be free. This is a good reward program for anyone who frequents the place.
I got my salad and it was indeed delicious! I had ordered the large size of the cobbler tea and found it just as good with enough cider in it that I didn’t need any added sugar. They also specialize in peach lemonades for cold drinks and have a great assortment. The salad was served on a regular dish along with an actual fork and knife on a tray. Once finished there is an area where you can throw away your trash and place the tray and utensil as well as the dish in a separate area.
Prices are reasonable whether you are ordering a salad, sandwich, or pastry to go with your tea of choice. This place is another neighborhood gem. It sits close to Allegheny General hospital on East Ohio St so it is best to come in the off hours. Am looking forward to my next visit to try a hot tea and perhaps one of their pastries.

With it’s clean style and quality tea, qualiTea if you will, Arnold’s Tea is helping to bring some much needed class to the North Side. But my question is, who is Arnold and why did he want to show Pittsburgh that he could build a tea house? Did he actually like tea that well? Did he decide that other people liked tea that well? Was it some experiment to see how well he could excel in a venture like this? It seems like it will always be a mystery to me. He wasn’t even there when I was there. It was just two ladies working. Which brings me to some new questions. Who were they and why were they so dedicated to making me my rooibos iced tea?
I will never know the answers to Arnold’s secrets. What I Do know is that he created a very nice environment in which to relax or work while enjoying the tea he is offering. Also he created a very nice selection of tea to enjoy while sitting on a massive leather couch in his wood-​laden parlor. I see a bright future for the North Side and it looks a lot like Arnold’s Tea.

Arnold’s is such a wonderful addition to East Ohio Street. You walk into the lovely space and totally forget you are in the city. It has a cool, welcoming vibe. Ms Verna really knows her stuff and the tea selection is amazing.
We held an afternoon tea there last month and everything was delicious, especially the kalamata spread on the cranberry bread. You could taste the time and love that went into making all the delicious treats and finger sandwiches. Do yourself a favor and get to the monthly tea.
If you only have time to stop in for a cold drink their Lavenade is quite refreshing too!

I’m so happy this place exists. It’s exactly what I want for the North Side (and a little jealous it’s not what we have in my neighborhood, Dormont). An inviting coffee shop with plenty of seating, and best of all fantastic food and drinks.
While it’s not a full bakery (they have cookies and scones), they do have a ton of really fantastic sandwiches and salads, made to order. I’m absolutely OBSESSED with the pear and chicken salad, that’s mixed with fresh arugula, pecans and goat cheese. I can’t not get it every time I’m in. But I have no doubt the other food items are killer too. and once the summer ends I’ll be forced to get something else seasonal. But that’s not a bad thing!
I love tea, so this is just the spot for me. They freshly brew all their ice teas and this summer my go to has been the peach oolong iced tea, that they lightly sprinkle cinnamon on. They also have a variety of loose leaf teas to choose from for hot or cold choices. I can only imagine what I’ll get obsessed with once the winter comes along!
The only gripe I have is that the service is on the slower side. If there’s a line to order, it may take you a bit to get up to the front to order. The food, like I said, is made to order so it’s not going to come out fast, but I wouldn’t say it takes forever either. Just be prepared to wait about 15ish minutes.
They have you covered on the wifi, so it’s a great place for meetings and getting work done too. Like I need an excuse to come here though… I’m already hooked!

The sandwiches here are amazing. I had the hammertime (ham & Gouda on a croissant) and my friend had the happy turkey club. Both sandwiches were deliciously carved, thick slices. Not a pile of thin slices. I can’t wait to go back and try the roast beef with horseradish!
The venue is spacious with nice food furniture. There is a communal loungy area that would be good for an casual lunch group.

This place is so lovely — what a beautiful space and awesome tea shop! I’m so excited that my friends introduced me to a spot in the nearby neighborhood. The place is bright, spacious with comfortable seating, exposed brick walls and a really great atmosphere. They have a great selection of hot and cold tea and coffee beverages as well as baked goods and some great sandwiches, soup, and salads. I love that everything is freshly made and I love to support a small business in my community. I had the «Just salad» which is a generous portion of mixed greens with tomatoes, olives, and some shredded cheese (you can get it without) and I had it with their delicious balsamic vinaigrette dressing! I also had a chai latte which was perfectly steeped and had the perfect amount of spices. I can’t wait to go back for breakfast some weekend, and spend more time just hanging out at this wonderful local business!

Wonderful tea shop with a great calming atmosphere. It is a small, independently owned business, started by a woman after she retired. I love when someone makes their dream a reality! The menu is pretty large with lots of sandwiches and baked goods.
I had an iced caramel tea latte, which was delicious. My husband had a chocolate chai with almond milk and a PB&C sandwich, which he loved. And my sister had an Arnold on the Green that she said was very good.
It is worth the trip to support a small business, but also because the tea is just lovely! It also worth the (short) wait for the tea to steep, because it gives you a few minutes to enjoy the relaxing setting. :)

Was walking down the street one day and stumbled upon Arnold’s, all I can say is that I am glad. The first thing I noticed was the space and the décor, both pleasing. I have enjoyed many teas and sandwiches since then, and hope the Arnold’s continues to expand on the menu.

New favorite coffee shop in Pittsburgh. The tea is tasty, and there are plenty of options. There is also sooo much seating, which makes it an amazing place to study and do work. The staff is friendly, and there is free wifi. There are also huge windows that let in a lot of natural light. A beautiful space, and I hope that it stays open for the summer that I am here, because I have a feeling that I will be coming here a lot!

SETTING
Extremely spacious with an earthy feel. Wooden floors, wooden chairs and tables. Mostly small tables for two. There is a couch/​coffee table in front of a fireplace and larger table in the back. Free wifi.
This review is mostly for Arnold’s atmosphere, since I was here to do some work. This place just opened, so it was not crowded at all. A great thing for me, but I’m sure they will get busier one word gets out. Shhh!
I almost had the whole place to myself! For now, the non-​busy and spacious feel of Arnold’s Tea is what makes this establishment special. That and the soft smooth jazz (I love me some sultry sax and laidback jams) playing in the background. Exactly what I needed.
DRINKS
I had the «Arnold on the green» which was green tea and lemonade. I liked how light and refreshing it was. Not too sweet and exactly how I imagined it would taste like. They also have a selection of sandwiches and pastries. On the back wall is a shelf of jars with tea leaves where you could buy tea leaves that ranged from your typical ones to the more exotic.
IMPRESSIONS
I would come back to study and do work here. Again, the big open space and jazz music sealed the deal for me. You would never see me studying at Starbucks, Crazy Mocha, or the other chains because they are the complete opposite – crowded and noisy. Instead of sophisticated jazz, I hear unsophisticated gossip and obnoxious laughter. On repeat. Worst playlist ever.
Arnold’s is the antithesis, and a small business. I respect that. Despite my desire to keep this place hush hush, so I can have this place to myself again, I encourage you to check it out if you need a place to lounge and get some work done.

First time at Arnold’s today and it is a great addition to East Ohio St. They clearly know their teas and what I really liked was when the tea-​rista brought the tea over to me – which was a nice gesture itself — she let me know how much longer to keep the tea bag in the mug. I usually have no idea how long the bag has been in when I order tea. For those who are not into hot tea, they have a wide selection of iced teas, as well as coffee too. They did a really nice job on renovating the space, giving a fairly large space a warm and inviting ambiance.

This is a wonderful addition to East Ohio Street! Very comfortable and stylish furniture, fantastic selection of teas. The sandwiches look good and taste great. We sprawled in the sunny window seat with pots of Blood Orange tea and delicious coffee cakes. We stayed longer than planned because the space is so inviting and the service is so friendly and accomodating. Could be New York or Chicago but no, it’s the NorthSide!
Now we have a place to hang-​out.

Not just tea — but also great tea!
Had a fantastic grilled sandwich, lemon green tea with fresh shaved ginger, and lovely Italian mele. They feature both soy and almond milk in addition to dairy, have local honey and stevia, and green takeout containers. My mouth and tummy are having a VERY good day! Service was prompt and extremely friendly and the space is gorgeous — open, natural wood floors, exposed brick, tons of light, and soft jazz in the background — this place is not just tea.

I love this space! It’s so beautiful, and of course the tea and baked goods are wonderful. Sandwiches and salads are made with care when ordered. So glad to see this place in the neighborhood. Highly recommend!