Vegan-friendly
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Serves meat, vegan options available. A modern tea lounge with minimal, Asian-influence decor. Offers some vegan dishes including two types of spring rolls, edamame, pumpkin soup, cranberry walnut salad, Asian noodle plate, two different vegan sandwiches and vegan cupcakes. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-7:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-6:00pm.


15 Reviews

First Review by tsap

elenajoy

Points +333

Vegan
04 Sep 2023

Good food great atmosphere

The menu was at least 90% vegan. The shop sold cute stickers, totes, and plenty of tea supplies. The food was good, but not amazing. The curry was my favorite- Asian noodles seemed like they were just noodles, tofu, peppers, and soy sauce. Personally, the teas were not my favorite, but I still enjoyed them. The vegan cupcake was probably my favorite part! The restaurant packages everything to go, making a lot of plastic waste- the biggest reason for the 3 stars. Overall it was a nice place and I would definitely come back!

Pros: Mostly vegan

Cons: Plastic dishware

Hikingtofu

Points +1715

Vegan
18 Jun 2023

Very cute place with plenty of options!

This place is super cute! They sell all their teas with default being soy milk (they also have almond milk I learned). They have a cute vegan menu with Korean BBQ chicken and paninis. Girl I went with loved their Korean BBQ chicken and I enjoyed the Spicy Curry (honestly not that spicy though). It’s a cute setting and not bad portions. It’s a lil much…$15 for everything in the picture (I guess that’s not a whole lot but I’m also used to being cheap). They also have vegan cookies at the front and sell the cutest little tea pots. The Strawberry Matcha was amazing 10/10 recommend.

Pros: Great food selection, Adorable setting, Soy milk is Default !!! Don’t have to sub dairy

Cons: Costs a lil much but not too bad

mouthwateringvegan69

Points +20

Vegan
07 Jan 2023

Healthy with good atmosphere

Yummy food, had the vegan banh mi. Happy to get some vegan food out that is filling and also has a lot of veggies involved. Staff was very aware when it came to my allergens. Will definitely be back.

A bit disappointed that they only do styrofoam to go containers. Non-reusable/compostable to go containers seem to be a trend in Tampa.

Updated from previous review on 2023-01-07

Pros: Lots of vegan options

Cons: Styrofoam containers

stephaniem1998

Points +414

Vegan
30 Nov 2021

Many vegan options

They had many vegan options from entrees to dessert. I’ve had two of their plates, and I highly recommend the vegan Korean BBQ.

AntonellaCangiamila

Points +22

Vegan
01 Sep 2021

Amazing!!

So many great teas and food! The spring rolls are so good! The tofu rice bowl is my go to, the carrots and daikon in it is so good. All their ingredients are locally sourced and rlly fresh!

Big,Beautiful&Vegan

Points +617

Vegan
15 Aug 2021

Relaxing fast food

I loved their many tea options & that you could get extra large sizes. They also had almond milk; my favorite. Many delicious healthy vegan options. They also had vegan cupcakes! For a fast food atmosphere the ambiance was very relaxing. I look forward to eating there again & bringing my family.

Pros: Healthy vegan options

Cons: Expensive for fast food

tpavegan

Points +42

Vegan
13 Jul 2021

Longtime Patron

I’ve been going to Kaleisia for about 20 years. The food is remarkably consistent, delicious and perfectly portioned. The dining environment is welcoming and generally quiet. Can’t go wrong with any of the teas.

OliviaMarie

Points +167

Vegan
13 Jan 2018

My favorite tea house

Always delicious, the selection can't be beat, the tapioca is always fresh, and the staff is amazing. A really nice place to study, especially the lounge. The food selection is very vegan-friendly and the cupcakes and pumpkin soup are my go-to. They also host events all the time, like donation yoga classes and jazz nights.

Updated from previous review on 2017-12-16

Pros: The best bubble tea around, Relaxing and hip atmosphere

anamalz

Points +24

Vegan
18 Jul 2017

Would give 5 stars!!!!

I cannot rave about Kalesia enough. The food is amazing, prices are great, and overall atmosphere is relaxing. I always enjoy going, the service there is great too, very accommodating and nice. There veg options are great, have to try there vegan cupcake-amazing

teascent

Points +49

Vegan
13 Jun 2016

Best chai latte I've ever had

So I'm a tea fanatic, as is obvious from my handle. We had the vanilla chai latte (almond) and thai iced tea (soy), and both exceeded the equivalents I've had elsewhere. My partner and I were both in heaven at this place.

The latte definitely reminded us of ginger cookie coconut ice cream.

BeckyFL

Points +121

Vegan
13 Feb 2016

Another love of ours....

We love Kaleisia teas. We buy the Jasmine green and others often to take home. We also love the food here. Our favorite order is the Set A: Asian noodles with cubes of tofu, spring rolls (not fried) wrapped in rice paper, a cup of tea and an amazing cupcake for dessert. This meal is so good that the we order it every time we go. Nothing compares!

Pros: Teas, Asian noodles, Set A

librarydawn

Points +39

Mostly Veg
15 May 2015

one of my favorite places

On a hot day or a cold day you can find the perfect tea to go with your vegan chocolate cupcake or a bowl of their satisfying pumpkin soup. This is a place to go no matter what you need. Go alone to relax or study, go with friends, or a date. Get something sweet or savory. And leave with a smile.

Pros: community, quality, never-ending flavors

CoconutPrincess

Points +83

Vegetarian
31 Dec 2013

LOVE!!!

Vegan/vegetarian options, great selection of teas and drinks. I've never had anything here and been disappointed.

Pros: free wifi , excellent teas/drinks, great new location, reasonably priced

Cons: area can be a little shady at night

osprey

Points +32

Vegetarian
18 Apr 2010

Love this place!

This has been one of my happiest discoveries since we moved. It's small, but very cozy and welcoming. They have a great selection of teas and smoothies (the bumpin' red bean is wonderful!), and their menu, while limited, is very tasty. I often crave their pumpkin soup! Very friendly service, knowledgeable staff, plus great community events for the locals (tea ceremonies and seminars, open mic night, art shows, etc). Love em!

Pros: good selection, community oriented, vegan options

tsap

Points +73

Vegetarian
10 Aug 2007

A Tampa Gem

I'm a regular at Kaleisia and the service is always quick and friendly. The menu is small, but every item is tasty, fresh, and purely vegan or vegetarian. Of course the tea, smoothies (try the boba!) all rule!




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