Tashkent boasts a vibrant café and tea house scene, where tea places provide a cosy setting to savour authentic Uzbek dishes alongside a variety of traditional teas. Black tea reigns supreme in the city, but the tea culture runs deep — typically served plain, unless the sweetened version, known as kand-choy, is requested. Visitors are often greeted with a customary ritual that includes rinsing the cup before being served steaming hot tea, reflecting the rich hospitality of Uzbek traditions.
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Tashkent’s Tea Houses: A Hub Of Tradition and Hospitality
In Tashkent, tea houses are more than places to drink tea—they’re social sanctuaries steeped in tradition. Experience the rich ritual of tea preparation and savour local flavours while connecting with the city’s welcoming spirit
OT Staff
16 September 2025
The history of tea houses, or choyxonas, in Central Asia—home to cities like Tashkent—dates back centuries
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The history of tea houses, or choyxonas, in Central Asia—home to cities like Tashkent—dates back centuries
Photo: Shutterstock
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