WE ARE TEMPORARILY CLOSED; TEA BOXES available for take out
NEW BUSINESS HOURS
We are temporarily closed following Alameda County's mandate which prohibit indoor and outdoor dining from Dec 7, 2020 to Jan 7, 2021 (and until further notice).
NEW PRICES
For us to sustain the business during the pandemic, Afternoon Tea in a Box is now $28. The minimum for (dine-in) Afternoon Tea service is $28 per person, $20 per child (10 years and under).
SIDEWALK DINING
There will be 4-5 tables outdoor, weather permitting.
DISPOSABLE MENU & CONTACTLESS PAYMENT
Everyone will get a disposable menu. Please use hand-sanitizer before using the pens provided. Only one person need to include email address for contactless payment. You will be asked to complete transaction on your phone. No cash payment.
RING FOR SERVICE
For extra safety, staff will limit checking in on your party while you enjoy your tea service. Please use the bell to ring for service (more hot water, napkins, etc).
PLEASE BE KIND
We are doing the best we can in this uncertainty. Please be patient with us as we navigate this game of musical chair in a very limited space.
Taking preorders for Jan 22, 23 & 24, 2021
Business hours for take out is Friday to Sunday 11:30 to 1:00 pm.
ALAMEDA RESTAURANT WEEK SPECIAL
Afternoon Tea in a Box $30 (before tax)
*each teabox designed for one person
Includes:
1 Traditional British scone, pair of single serving house made clotted cream and kasturi limecurd
1 Savory canapé
2 Desserts
Set of 4 Tea Sandwiches:
Chicken apple salad
Turkey and Brie with fig jam
Peas & radish with mint cream cheese
Coconut jam (kaya) with sliced cold butter
*substitution available for vegetarians only
Featured Tea, good for one whole pot (pick one):
Black - Golden Monkey
Green - Clouds & Mist
Herbal - No. 42, rooibos with coconut and lavender
Additional set of 4 tea sandwiches $5; scones $3.50 each.
Extra pair single serving clotted cream and curd $2.50
Preorder in advance (3 days):
5oz housemade clotted cream $12; 5oz Kasturi limecurd $10
Please email malayatearoom@gmail.com to order. Make sure to state the day and time you are picking up and your choice of tea.
Once your order is confirmed, we will send you the invoice via Square.
We encourage our customers to call 510-263-8208 a few mins before arriving so we can bring out your order for curbside pick up.
*if you are heading to a tea picnic right after pick up, to-go cups are available! (with or without hot water)* please let us know in advance!
Thank you so much. We look forward to preparing your Afternoon Tea in a Box.
About Us
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Born and raised in Malaysia,
Malaya Tea Room is a tribute to the British Malaya era, growing up in a multicultural nation, precious childhood memories and reminding flavors.
Imagine warm, breezy afternoons, lazy rattan fans, lush tropical plants, and freshly brewed tea accompanied by a delicious array of sweets and savories handcrafted with the utmost care.
There's always time for Tea.
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A fine selection of loose tea leaves carefully sourced and curated.
Black Tea
Green Tea
Flowering Tea
Herbal and caffeine-free
Truly Malaysian Pull-tea
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Indulge in tea sandwiches and delicious sweets favored in Europe and Southeast Asia.
We support woman-owned and
small businesses.
If you have something yummy to share,
we are all ears!
Thank you for understanding there's a $28 minimum per person for Tea Service
We currently do not offer vegan or dairy free options due to limited kitchen space.
Tea Selection
BLACK
- Malaya's Signature Golden Monkey
- Malaya's English Breakfast Blend
- BOH Signature English Breakfast
- BOH Cameronian Gold Blend
- Earl Grey with bergamot & citrus
- Earl Grey with vanilla notes
- Earl Grey with Lavender
- No. 54, with calendula, butter & caramel
- No. 24, with passionfruit & mango
- No. 14, with grapefruit and cocoa nibs
HERBAL/NON-CAFFEINATED
- Butterfly Pea Flowers
- No. 42, rooibos with coconut & lavender
- No. 02, chamomile with mint & lemon
- No. 28, superior rooibos
- No. 8, lemongrass
- No. 36, rooibos & lemongrass
- White Chrysanthemum & lemongrass
GREEN
- No. 14, genmaicha with coconut
- No. 007, with lemon drop & ginger
- Clouds & Mist, pan-fired green tea (light)
- Mao Jian, robust, strong and dreamy
- Flowering tea
- No. 33, with dragonfruit flowers
MALAYSIAN PULL TEA (currently unavailable)
- Ginger pull tea; teh halia
- Original pull tea, teh tarik
- Cham; original pull tea with coffee