The Teahouse of Family Fu (Cha Jia Fu)
Located in a unique octagonal building on the south bank of Hou Hai, the Fu family's teahouse is among the city's most charming, furnished throughout with a pleasantly haphazard assortment of Ming reproduction furniture. Owned by a former mechanics professor and run with help from his friendly English-speaking mother, it sometimes plays host to poetry readings, lectures, and classical Chinese music performances. Teas are reasonably priced (¥50-¥152/$6-$20 for pot with unlimited refills) and presented on a fan. Semi-private rooms branch off to all sides. Free snacks. Open from 10:30am to midnight.
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| Location | Hou Hai Xibei An (northwest side of Hou Hai, next to Kong Yiji) | |
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| Phone | 010/6616-0725 | |