Samovar Tea House

This is one of those rare, quintessentially English, establishments, where the joys of drinking various types of tea can be explored to the full. The decor is unpretentious. Our table was a sewing machine in a previous life, and still had the treadle, in cast iron underneath. A great touch. The tea is served in individual pots and there is a vast range to choose from. The menu gives helpful descriptions as to the various flavourings and the staff are knowledgable enough to be able to advise if you're not sure. The food on offer is snacky, freshly made sandwiches, bagels and toasties mainly. There's some excellent black and white photos on the wall. Whenever we go to Ely, this is always the place we gravitate to!

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We came to Samovar on Sunday and had some amazing food! It's so refreshing to find a quality independent place serving exciting meat-free, dairy free, veg-based (cake! options and such a variety of beautiful teas. The peanut chilli and smoked tofu bagel was amazing! My friend even went as far as to say it's the best sandwich she's ever had! We also enjoyed impeccable service from the super lovely and friendly staff. We will be recommending far and wide and returning as soon as we can! Thank you!

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Yesterday I found this place, what a joy. had not tee in the load, but bought some to take home what was wonderful. the staff was helpful and friendly and my new Japanese tea brewer is simply fantastic. I also recommend the ingwer and chocolate brownies total scrummy. I'm going back, but next time I'm gonna make sure I'm holding myself so I can stay one.

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Great selection of teas. Lovely cakes (finally found somewhere that makes yummy dairy free cake! and wonderful service. When busy worth the wait!!

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Fantastic little tea shop, cakes look amazing and food menu is great.

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