Fai da Thè — Restaurant in Palermo

Stopped in late afternoon for a drink. We were greeted by a super kind woman who was excited to tell us all about the place since it was our first time in. She treated us and everyone who came into the tea house as though they were her close friends. The atmosphere was so pleasant and relaxed. She took her time explaining to us all about the teas and cocktails that we were interested in. There are over 100 types of tea to choose from - but it was not overwhelming as there are a few choice selections to smell and explore before you make your decision.

We tried the Brazilian gin and tonic! So good- slightly fruity, not overly sweet. A delicious afternoon cocktail. We ordered an apple pastry that was a delicious accompaniment. She brought out some little crispy cookie/crackers that were also delicious and beautiful, dusted in pistachio (I think) a sesame one and a cinnamon one.

I love this place and wish we had something like this in my hometown.

Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for something special and different than your average bar/cafe. Get an infused...

Che piacere scoprire che a Palermo ci siano tali gemme e avere anche la possibilitá di parlare con qualcuno che di tè se ne intende davvero! Non ho consumato sul posto, ma ho comprato diversi tipi di tè dopo aver visto online che la gamma offerta era davvero ricercata e non mainstream. Li ho naturalmente giá provati e sono davvero di qualitá molto alta, oltre che davvero squisiti! Ho parlato anche a lungo con la ragazza che mi ha servita - davvero gentilissima e cosí alla mano! - e mi ha spiegato che lo scopo di questo negozio/locale é proprio quella di portare la cultura del tè a Palermo, di guidare le persone nella scoperta di nuovi sapori e di creare un ambiente per coloro che magari vogliono fermarsi in una sala da tè per leggere un buon libro, lavorare la pc e nel frattempo godersi "a cuppa". Hanno anche una piccola selezione di gin di alto livello e alcuni che producono loro e che sicuramente proveró quando torneró di nuovo a Palermo :) Insomma, Fai da Thè é davvero una perla rara e lo consiglio vivamente!👍

What a pleasure to discover that there are such gems in Palermo and also to be able to talk to someone who really knows about tea! I didn't consume anything on the spot, but I did buy a few teas, having seen online that the range on offer was really sought after and not mainstream. I have already tasted them, of course, and they are really high quality and really delicious! I also had a long chat with the girl who served me - really nice and so easy going! - and she explained to me that the purpose of this tea shop/room is really to bring the culture of tea to Palermo, to guide people in the discovery of new flavours and to create an environment for those who might want to stop in a tea room to read a good book, work on their PC and enjoy a 'cuppa' in the meantime. They also have a small selection of high quality gins and some that they produce themselves, which I will definitely try when I return to Palermo :) In short, Fai da Thè is a rare treat and I highly recommend it!👍

Was für eine Freude, zu entdecken, dass es in Palermo solche Juwelen gibt! Und dann noch die Gelegenheit, mit jemandem zu sprechen, der sich wirklich mit Tee auskennt! Ich habe zwar nicht vor Ort getrunken, aber einige Teesorten gekauft, nachdem ich im Internet gesehen hatte, dass sie wirklich begehrt sind und nicht zum Mainstream gehören. Ich habe sie natürlich auch probiert und sie sind wirklich von hoher Qualität und sehr lecker! Ich habe mich auch lange mit der Bedienung unterhalten - sie war wirklich nett und so entspannt! - Sie hat mir erklärt, dass das Ziel dieses Ladens genau darin besteht, die Teekultur nach Palermo zu bringen, die Leute bei der Entdeckung neuer Geschmacksrichtungen zu begleiten und eine Umgebung für diejenigen zu schaffen, die sich vielleicht in einer Teestube aufhalten möchten, um ein gutes Buch zu lesen, am Computer zu arbeiten und zwischendurch eine 'cuppa' zu genießen. Sie haben auch eine kleine Auswahl an hochwertigen Gins und einige, die sie selbst herstellen und die ich auf jeden Fall probieren werde, wenn ich wieder einmal in Palermo bin :) Kurzum, Fai da Thè ist wirklich ein seltener Leckerbissen und ich kann es nur...

An incredible place - absolutely loved the philosophy and the whole tea experience visiting this gem of a place. I’ve never experienced anything quite like this. Claudia (an absolute sweetheart) takes you through the experience of taking your time to smell your way through continents & flavours of tea at your leisure - you pick a mug & tea infuser, fill up your infuser and then Claudia comes round with hot water & a timer. Such a genius concept. You feel part of the process and experience. Tea selection is superb. And quality of tea exceptional. The owner is a master at selecting teas. Even purple tea leaves I’ve never come across. There’s delicious accompanying range of cakes and biscuits too - chosen to compliment the teas. AND gin infused teas too! Honestly a hidden backstreet gem of a place. Highly highly recommended. I absolutely loved visiting 3 times for tea & cake/biscuits & a wonderful chat with Claudia. I also bought some teas to take home to London & received a sweet Palermo tea gift - will for sure return....