Imperial Tea Court at the Ferry Building is an elegant, traditional Chinese tea shop and salon. In both selection and ambiance it emulates the original, world-famous Imperial Tea Court on Powell Street in Chinatown established by owners Grace and Roy Fong in 1993. Both shops are renowned as exclusive sources for many of the most sought-after teas produced today. The Marketplace shop carries over 50 teas, including organic teas, and a beautiful selection of tea pots, many of which are handmade by masters in China.

The shop entrance features a signature moon gate and dragon sofa made from aged reclaimed wood from China. Visitors can purchase bulk tea at the stunning black granite (imported from China) counter - or pause for tea and snacks, comfortably seated at one of six rosewood tables. Two special tea services are offered. With prior reservations, more advanced tea classes can also be arranged. Mr. Fong is an ordained Daoist priest, tea consultant, and author who leads tea-related tours to China.