I actually had a different title in mind, but seeing the last two posts about how summer is almost over made me change my mind. Teaism, a tea house and restaurant, apparently has three locations in DC. I've only been to the one in Dupont.

As the name suggests, this is a place that takes tea seriously. They also serve various Asian-style dishes and sell cute tea drinker's paraphinalia. The last time I was there I ate some delicious cold noodles with tofu.

I recommend this place for a casual date or place to meet up with friends. It feels a little off the beaten path, although the fact that there are three branches makes me think it's more of an establishment.