"Siyi Tea & Incense — Chinatown, NYC ★★★★☆ (4 stars) Quietly tucked into Chinatown, Siyi Tea & Incense feels like a discovery meant for those who appreciate restraint and intention. It’s a true hidden gem—easy to overlook, yet memorable once found. Ordering a matcha latte here is less about speed and more about craft. Watching it being hand-made—measured, whisked, and poured with care—turns a simple drink into a moment worth lingering over. The matcha itself is smooth and balanced, earthy without bitterness, and clearly treated with respect. The space is calm and minimal, allowing the focus to remain on the process rather than spectacle. There’s a sense of quiet concentration behind the counter, and that attentiveness carries through to the final cup. In a neighborhood defined by movement and noise, Siyi offers a brief, welcome slowdown. Final take: A thoughtfully executed tea experience that values craftsmanship over trend. Subtle, serene, and well worth seeking out."

"amazing gem in china town. just walk down mott street and you'll run into it. the atmosphere is pleasant, there's a beautiful area in the back with a fountain, and the incense smells amazing. this is the only place i've see in nyc that sells camellia tea, and it tastes perfect. they also have information about their teas and products ready to access and read on the go. please come if you have the time, a perfect tea experience for any tea enthusiast. also if you like yellow tea they have that too, it was my first time hearing about it and the worker explained it to me. next time i come i'll get that (i was very excited about th camellia tea and bought that and the white incense box)"

"I got the hot jasmine milk tea for the cold weather, and it was absolutely perfect. The warmth brought out the delicate floral aroma, and the sweetness was just right. The texture was smooth and creamy, and the jasmine flavor lingered pleasantly without being overpowering. The staff was also friendly and quick, which made the experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back!"

"A hidden gem for tea lovers! SIYI Tea & Incense is such a beautiful, unique tea experience. I tried five drinks: Twilight, Romance, Bloom, Mountain, and Emerald, and every single one was so different and well crafted. From sweet and salty Thai tea to floral lychee oolong to refreshing minty jasmine green tea, each drink has its own vibe and poetic personality. I love the thoughtful presentation, texture notes, and the poetic cards that come with every order. The vibes are calming and artsy. Definitely a spot I’d come back to again!"

"Such a disappointment! The shop looks nice and clean. The drink looks pretty. That’s all they are. Superficially! We ordered an emerald and a romance. The emerald supposed to have lemon juice, mint, and possibly green tea, but it tasted just like a bland, green colored lemonade. The mint was none existent, and not to mention the tea flavor. The romance was even worse. The description was nice. It’s supposed to be lychee, and rose, but the flavor was so light. The rose flavor was barely there, and lychee flavor was from the chewy stuff. More like a romance gone bad. It was such a disappointment for the prices. I’ll not be back again!"