Tea Gardens, a small coastal town in New South Wales, offers a diverse range of culinary experiences influenced by local produce and seafood. One notable establishment is the Japanese Tea Garden, featuring an array of traditional Japanese dishes and beverages. The menu offers various options, including Sencha (green tea), Genmaicha (roasted green tea), Hojicha (another roasted green tea), and special tea ceremony Matcha ($9.50). Additionally, visitors can indulge in Japanese sweets like Warabimochi, Dorayaki, Arare, and Mochi ice cream. For those seeking a more substantial meal, options like Udon noodle soup ($9.95), Chicken Karaage ($6.45), and Daifuku ($4.00) are available. The tea house also offers hot chocolate, coffee, soft drinks, and bottled water. Another popular choice is Ramune, a carbonated sweet drink from Japan that comes in original, melon, strawberry, and orange flavors.
In addition to the Japanese Tea Garden, the area boasts several other eateries and bars catering to various tastes and preferences.