A Hidden Speakeasy for Tea, Fortune & Immersive Art

Open Fri–Sun in DTLA

RSVP for tea, snacks & your personalized Paisley ID® fortune

✨ What Awaits Inside the Den

Step into a hidden speakeasy in DTLA. Every visit blends curated teas, interactive art, and an intimate lounge atmosphere.

🍵 Sip Rare Teas
Taste rotating premium Chinese teas, paired with light snacks included in every visit.
🏧 Interactive Art
Discover our Paisley ID® ATM fortune machines and take home your personalized fortune ticket.
🎶 Lounge Vibes
Chill with projection art, music, and a speakeasy atmosphere that feels like a secret hideaway.

🍵 Sip Rare Teas

Taste rotating premium Chinese teas, paired with light snacks included in every visit.

🏧 Interactive Art

Discover our Paisley ID® ATM fortune machines and take home your personalized fortune ticket.

🎶 Lounge Vibes

Chill with projection art, music, and a speakeasy atmosphere that feels like a secret hideaway.

🎟️ Happening at the Den

Every weekend brings something new — from Happy Hour specials to Mahjong afternoons and themed parties. Book early, spots are limited.

Happy Hour Fridays

  • 📅 Every Friday
  • 🕔 5–7:30pm
  • ✨ 2-for-1 Tickets

Mahjong at the Den

  • 📅 Saturday, Oct 25th
  • 🕑 2–5pm
  • 🀄 Learn, play, and connect

Kate Youme: Sentient

  • 📅 Thursday, Oct 30th
  • 🕑 6pm – 10pm
  • ✨ Interactive performance, exhibition & DJ set

Halloween at the Den

  • 📅 Friday, Oct 31st
  • 🕑 9pm – …
  • 👻 Costumes, DJs & curated teas

💬 What Our Members Say

From Mahjong nights to immersive art parties, every guest leaves with stories to tell. Here’s what people are saying about the Den.

✨ How It Works

It only takes 3 steps to unlock your Bu Tea Den experience.

🎟️ RSVP Online
Reserve your spot in advance — no walk-ins.
📍Arrive at the Den
Follow the provided instructions and find our hidden speakeasy in DTLA.
🍵 Sip & Experience
Enjoy curated teas, snacks, and immersive vibes.

🎟️ RSVP Online

Reserve your spot in advance — no walk-ins.

📍Arrive at the Den

Follow the provided instructions and find our hidden speakeasy in DTLA.

🍵 Sip & Experience

Enjoy curated teas, snacks, and immersive vibes.

🔑 Become Part of the Den

Every RSVP makes you a member. As part of our community, you’ll unlock weekend access and exclusive invites to secret events.

✨ No Walk-ins. RSVP Only. Limited Capacity.

Lock in your visit to Bu Tea Den this weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you book.

Yes — we have limited capacity and require reservations for all visits. Bookings are available on this site.

Guests are welcome to stay up to 90 minutes. There’s no formal program — it’s designed to move at your own pace.

 

We serve a rotating selection of curated teas, included with your visit. It’s served in a casual, communal “lazy gongfu” style alongside small seasonal snacks.

 

Each $25 reservation includes tea service, a personalized paisley fortune from our Automated Fortune-Telling Machines, and your paisley added to the Aquarium.

 

We are doing a Happy Hour with 2 for 1 tickets on Fridays: 5-7:30pm. Click here to RSVP your tickets: Happy Hour

Still have a question?

Send us a DM on Instagram or fill the form at the bottom of this page.

📩 Be First to Know About Secret Events

Join our list for early invites to Mahjong nights, art parties, and hidden experiences at Bu Tea Den.

✨ Ready to Step Into the Den?

RSVP today and unlock teas, art, and vibes you won’t find anywhere else in DTLA.

RSVP-Only · Limited Tables

Days
Hours

Hidden DTLA speakeasy.
Guided Hong-Kong style play by SekWu.

Mahjong at the Den Sat, Sept 13th 2pm-5pm

☎️ Bu Tea Call

Happy Hour
Redefined

2-for-1
Fridays 5-7:30pm