Buena Vida Tea Bar & Garden
Tea House, Vegan Empanada, Outdoor Patio
Vegan options
Very vegan-friendly ★ 4.3 (103) · $$$ · Cafe · Latin, British, Tea · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the vegan spinach empanadas with chimichurri sauce"
Must-try: empanada, sandwich, cookie
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, attentive service
Buena Vida Tea Bar & Garden is a cozy tea house known for its vegan empanadas and a curated selection of premium teas like Persian specialty and apple oolong. The outdoor patio with a mini fountain provides a peaceful atmosphere ideal for afternoon tea, complemented by thoughtful touches such as staff wearing fascinators. While some guests praise the friendly service and gluten-free pastry options, a few find the high tea pricey with smaller portions.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11 AM-4 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11 AM-3 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-3 PM
Thursday 11 AM-3 PM
Friday 11 AM-3 PM
Saturday 11 AM-4 PM
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directions
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726 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Vegan Friendliness
iVery vegan-friendly
B
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
Some users reported vegan options aren't always available.
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