T Salon’s new East Side home is an intimate, uncrowded refuge, its two accessible stories echoing the successful Guggenheim original. A vast yet inviting tea menu, knowledgeable staff, and distinct brews like Rooibos Millennium and Genmai Cha pair beautifully with scones, while the upstairs teaware boutique tempts lingering visitors.

Minimalist Kai pairs spare elegance with meticulous tea. Expect jasmine welcomes, exquisite hojicha, and clay pots priced as luxuries. Prix-fixe courses spotlight duck with foie gras and pristine sashimi. Service is deft, bottled green teas intrigue, and authenticity shines—just be sure your credit limit matches your appetite for refinement.