Went there tonight, granddaughter had finished her meal before only half of mine arrived. When the last bun arrived it was rock hard frozen still, my tempura vegetables did not arrive at all so I cancelled them paid and left. Wont be returning very disappointed given the recommendation I was given

Approximate cost: $50

The decor is beautifully traditional. I have to admit that I would prefer a seat that is a little more padded. The low wooden seats can be uncomfortable after a while.

Apart from that, I really like Chat for Tea. The vegetarian menu (Asian style) is extensive and there are some small snack-type choices in addition to the main meals. I am hooked on the dumplings. I share these with my good friend who is hooked on the teppanaki noodles. Both of these melt in your mouth. I think the menu would suit meat eaters too. There is nothing lacking.

The vanilla chai is very tasty too. There is a variety of non-alcoholic beverages available.

The service is courteous and respectful.

We generally visit around lunch time and there is plenty of seating available. The restaurant is not open every day, so it may be worth phoning in advance to check which days it's open. It is open in the evening and the variety of meals available makes C4T a viable choice.

the meals here are to die for yum yum great place to dine with the wife great atmosphere as well the service and staff were great top place very happy customer

Approximate cost: $50

I have now got my favourite restaurant. the teas are amazing, and I have never thought that vegetarian food can taste so good. I have now been going there for maybe 4 years or longer. the service is still fantastic and the food and drinks are always tasty... this is always the place I would take my family to have dinner or even just a light lunch.

We went there for lunch and had the Vietnamese spring rolls, Mock Duck and Tonkatsu. The meals were delicious and very filling. The restaurant is medium sized and has a lovely atmosphere. Great food and great service. Highly recommend.

Approximate cost: $14

This is my favorite restaurant in Ballarat. My partner and I take friends there often and the response is always the same; Cant believe how good vegetarian can taste! The drinks are so moreish too.The atmosphere is serene and calming and the owners and family are friendly and also very calming. Turn off your mobile phone and have a cup of tea and a tasty meal,try the mock duck it tastes like duck and the soy nuggets are delish, you will go back.

I visited Chat for Tea today with a friend who was visiting from Melbourne. Neither of us are vegetarian but we enjoy vegetarian food and were looking for somewhere nice and quiet to have some tea and chat (thought the name suggested this would be the right spot, haha!). After reading the reviews about the Pink Lady drink I thought I should try it.. Whilst I have no idea what was in it, it was delicious and looked equally as inviting! I had the satay chicken skewers and thought they were delicious, however could have been slightly warmer. My friend had the green curry and said it was amazing. While we didn't try the tea, it all was beautifully displayed and I will definitely be back to try some on a cooler day!

Approximate cost: $10-20

Vegan meals available. Most meals are vegan. Friendly staff. fantastic drinks. truly divine food and drink! We enjoyed our experience here and want it to do well. We will be back.

I had THE best tasting drink ever there. I cannot remember the name for the life of me but it was the best drink I've ever had. It was nearly bright pink in colour if you've ever had it before, I will be going back again this week for sure and I'll update this to let you all know, you have to try it. My friend also had a very nice tea there but we only had drinks, I'm going back for a meal this week.

It's a good little place, nice atmosphere and friendly, informal service.

For my tastes the food needs a bit more oomph, it's a little plain in my opinion, but still quite pleasant and certainly more interesting than most dining options in Ballarat.

Very reasonable prices, nice drinks. It's run by lovely people.

I want to give it four stars, I really do, but I can't quite do it, the food just needs a bit more flavour. That's just my opinion though and your preferences, dear reader, may differ. Some constructive advice for them would be to ensure that the food gets to the table a bit hotter, heat up the plates and get it out of the kitchen quickly once it is cooked.

I'll continue to go there, I want it to succeed.

Approximate cost: $12

Great food and i'm not even vegetarian. Love the juices & a few starters to share with friends. Excellent value for fantastic food. Also take away is a great option, always quick to pick up.

Approximate cost: $less then $10

Really delicious! Very generous serves. Being vegetarian it was great to dine somewhere knowing I could choose ANYTHING on the menu! Service was good. We didn't try the tea, but the tea bought for other customers looked pretty nice.

Approximate cost: $11-13

I had dinner, because I am a kind of vegetarian.
Taste is good and after that having tea was great.
Friendly staff and Asian mood.
I want to recommend this to my friends.

Approximate cost: $16

I have been here once with my husband after dinner.
It was so impressive because of the kind service, nice mood and profound taste of tea.
They have various kinds of fruit tea and green teas.

Approximate cost: $3

great little tea shop. food okay by coffee shop standards. service not the best but everyone really friendly. overall pretty good place, would go again

This was a great place to go- very nice and relaxed- and the people there were so polite! The food was delicious and the tea was lovely. I know this hasn't got much to do with service or food but the place was beautifully decorated and it just felt good being in there!

Approximate cost: $15

YUM !!!!!!!!!

Love it, it's my favourite restaurant in Ballarat and I go there as often as possible.

Haven't actually tried any of the teas, but they smell nice :)

Approximate cost: $11

Lovely ambience with very efficient and friendly service. The food is delicious with a good variety. Have always enjoyed my dining experiences here!

Approximate cost: $12

Excellent vegetarian food- beautifully presented and delicious.Lovely surroundings - like a tea house and a great variety of delicious teas- peaceful and relaxing.Steve and family are charming hosts.

Approximate cost: $11.oo

My little Gem in the midst of Ballarat. So glad to find Vegetarian Japanese that is beautiful! And the teas!!! The best you will find!!! Steve is a wonderful host and waiter and tea maker, do yourself a favour and try it, even if you have never done so before!

Approximate cost: $10.00

This place is great!! Nice relaxing atmosphere. Beautiful selection of teas and iced teas. The best tempura!! Great to go to, to catch up with friends!

Approximate cost: $7-15

Brilliant restaurant for vegetarians. The tempura is to die for - spiced with wasabi flavour in the rice flour batter. Other dishes are also fantastic. Incredible selection of teas. You order and pay at the counter, so they obvisouly save on staffing costs, which comes back as very reasonable prices for meals.

Approximate cost: $9-11

I have eaten at Chat for Tea for about 2 years. A vegetarian tea house and restaurant in Ballarat, it is a pleasure to eat at and take-away. The food is all vegetarian, and has no onion or garlic (This appeals to Krishnas and some Daoists), and tastes great!

Quality - The food is always superb. The food selection is small by restaurant standards, but the tea selection is large and includes bubble tea and iced teas.

Service - The service is always nice and friendly.

Value - The food is appropriately priced.

Overall - Overall, Char for Tea gets a 5 since there is nothing else like it in Ballarat, you will enjoy the experience and the food tastes great!

Approximate cost: $9-15

I got introduce to Chat for Tea by some work mates and was really impressed. The food was lovely and I love the little set up in the resturant. We got take away but I am keen to try an "eat in" experience for the beautiful atmosphere.

Approximate cost: $10.00

The most beautiful japanese noodles and pappadums and dumplings- the list goes on and on!! I have take-away all the time as it is so affordable and tastes delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant is just gorgeous as well. I'm not a tea drinker at all but it's definitely not just all about the tea. Very highly recommended

Approximate cost: $10

I eat here all the time, LOVE the food and have introduced many people to the delicious vegetarian delicacies on offer at this zen little tea house. My favourites are gyoza (japanese dumplings), and the green curry. The kumquat tea is an absolute must. All the bubble teas are absolutely delicious too.

Approximate cost: $10

Beautiful ambience and great food at a great price.

Approximate cost: $10