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NoHo · Manhattan TEA HOUSE

Semm

샘 (SEMM)
417 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10003
$8.00 – $24.00
Why it stands out
Nestled inside the historic Sylvia Wald & Po Kim Art Gallery building in NoHo, SEMM (샘) offers an intentional, tranquil sanctuary celebrating Korean tea culture (dado). Single-origin harvests from Hadong, Mt. Jiri, and Goheung are poured in curated ceramic and glass pots alongside a traditional 4-piece dagwa dessert set, creating an unhurried cultural respite in downtown Manhattan.

Korean Tea House, Malcha, Sando & Art Gallery Lounge

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Premium First Flush Spring Teas (우전 · Woojeon)

Wild-grown, hand-picked tender spring buds from Mt. Jiri and Hadong roasted to yield exquisite umami and savory sweetness.

Goeun Valley Woojeon

Goeun Valley Woojeon

$24.00

Mt. Jiri, Korea — Wild grown, hand-picked & roasted green tea. First spring harvest buds with deep, sweet mineral complexity.

First Flush Spring Bud

Hadong Woojeon

$22.00

Mt. Jiri, Korea — Hand-picked & woodfire-roasted green tea. Delicate first flush tender buds with soft grassy liquor.

First Flush Spring Bud

Teas For Here — Curated Pot Service

Served in artisanal ceramic and glass teapots with an ongoing hot water thermos. Pair with the 4-Piece Korean Dagwa Set for the complete dado ritual.

Sejak Green Tea

$18.00

Hadong, Korea — Early spring harvest green tea. Curated ceramic pot service with sweet nutty aroma and savory finish.

Curated Pot Service

Darjeeling

$16.00

Giddapahar Tea Estate, Darjeeling, India — First flush black tea, Grade SFTGFOP1. Elegant muscatel grape notes.

Curated Pot Service

Alishan Oolong

$16.00

Alishan, Taiwan — High Mountain Oolong Tea. High altitude floral bouquet, creamy texture, and lingering honey finish.

Curated Pot Service

Snow Chrysanthemum

$16.00

Tianshan Mountains, Central Asia — Wild harvest flower tea. Radiant amber liquor with honeyed, floral tranquility.

Curated Pot Service

Yuja Black Tea

$14.00

Hadong, Korea — Whole-leaf Korean black tea blended with sun-dried Goheung yuja citron peel.

Curated Pot Service

Hojicha

$13.00

Jeju Island — Slow roasted whole green tea leaves with soothing toasty warmth and minimal caffeine.

Curated Pot Service

Mugwort

$13.00

Hadong, Korea — Hand-picked earthy herbal tea, revered across Korean mountain traditions for its restorative body.

Curated Pot Service

Yuja

$12.00

Hadong, Korea — Aromatic dried citron peel herbal infusion. Naturally caffeine-free with clean citrus warmth.

Curated Pot Service

Korean Malcha & Signature Refreshers (말차)

Stone-ground Korean green tea whisked fresh to order, from pure bowls to sparkling citrus yuzu tonics.

Malcha Tea

$8.00

Pure whisked Korean stone-ground green tea served hot or iced with vibrant green foam and rich umami.

Artisan Malcha
Malcha Latte

Malcha Latte

$9.00

Stone-ground Korean malcha whisked fresh with velvety milk (oat or whole milk available).

Artisan Malcha

Malcha Yuzu Tonic

$9.50

Iced stone-ground Korean malcha layered over sparkling tonic with fragrant citrus yuzu reduction.

Artisan Malcha

Malcha Passionfruit Colada

$9.50

Iced stone-ground malcha shaken with tropical passionfruit and creamy coconut milk.

Artisan Malcha

Brewed Tea — To Go (Hot or Iced)

Freshly steeped whole-leaf Korean teas and herbal harvests packaged for sipping as you explore NoHo.

Korean Yuja (To Go)

$9.00

Harvested Goheung citron tea steeped hot or over ice for take-away sipping.

Brewed To-Go

Wild Mugwort (To Go)

$9.00

Wild-harvested spring mugwort leaves from Ganghwa Island served hot or iced.

Brewed To-Go

Jeju Hojicha (To Go)

$9.00

Slow-roasted whole green tea leaves from Jeju Island with nutty, aromatic caramel depth.

Brewed To-Go

Joongjak Green Tea (To Go)

$10.00

Mid-season whole green tea leaves from Mt. Jiri with balanced nutty sweetness.

Brewed To-Go

Ginger Black Tea (To Go)

$10.00

Whole-leaf black tea infused with dried Korean ginger root for a gentle, spicy warmth.

Brewed To-Go

Wild Pear Black Tea (To Go)

$10.00

Whole-leaf black tea infused with dried wild mountain pear for subtle honey-fruit aromatics.

Brewed To-Go

Traditional Dagwa & Sando Pairings (다과 & 샌도)

Handcrafted confectionery sets (yanggaeng, yakgwa, gangjeong, dried persimmon) and kimchi grilled sourdough sandos with seaweed bugak chips.

4-Piece Korean Dagwa Set

4-Piece Korean Dagwa Set

$12.00

Traditional 4-piece dagwa pairing: Sweet Red Bean Yanggaeng, Honey Yakgwa, Crispy Rice Gangjeong, and Chewy Dried Persimmon.

Dagwa & Sando
Korean Kimchi & Cheese Grilled Sando

Korean Kimchi & Cheese Grilled Sando

$14.00

Artisanal toasted sourdough grilled with mature kimchi, melty cheese, and crispy seaweed bugak chips.

Dagwa & Sando

Egg & Avocado Sourdough Sando

$13.00

Korean-style fluffy egg salad and ripe sliced avocado on toasted sourdough with bugak chips.

Dagwa & Sando

Photos & Atmosphere

Photography sourced from Official Venue (@semm.nyc).

Traditional Korean ceramic tea service and 4-piece dagwa pairing at Semm
Traditional Korean ceramic tea service and 4-piece dagwa pairing at Semm
Artisan glass teapot service with Korean tea confections at Semm
Artisan glass teapot service with Korean tea confections at Semm
Kimchi and cheese grilled sourdough sando with crispy seaweed bugak chips and malcha latte at Semm
Kimchi and cheese grilled sourdough sando with crispy seaweed bugak chips and malcha latte at Semm

About & Verification

Curated Focus: Single-origin Hadong Woojeon, curated ceramic pot services with 4-piece dagwa pairing, serene art gallery atmosphere

Walk-In Status: Walk-in friendly for front tea bar and café seating; gallery seating available

Reservation Policy: Walk-ins welcome for front counter tea bar and gallery seating; table inquiries available for private gatherings

Operating Hours: Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pricing Model: $8.00 – $10.00 to-go brews & malcha lattes · $12.00 – $24.00 curated pot services with dagwa set

Operating Status: Active (NoHo, Manhattan)
Selection & Verification Standard: Moonoh includes independent or specialist tea destinations where tea itself is the primary reason to visit. We exclude bubble tea chains, hotel afternoon tea, reservation-only tasting rooms, and cafés where tea is secondary. Verified first-party tea program, direct-trade sourcing, and active walk-in service.
Last Verified: September 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Key information, dietary details, and ordering options for this spot.

Where is Semm located in NoHo, NYC?

Semm is located at 417 Lafayette St in NoHo, Manhattan, NY 10003, inside the historic Sylvia Wald & Po Kim Art Gallery building.

What tea experience does Semm offer?

Semm offers an authentic Korean tea experience (dado) featuring single-origin first flush Hadong Woojeon, wild-harvested Korean mountain herbal teas, stone-ground Korean Malcha, and curated ceramic pot services paired with a 4-piece traditional dagwa dessert set.

What are Semm's operating hours?

Semm is open daily Monday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

What subway stations are closest to Semm?

The Astor Place (6 train) and 8th St–NYU (N, R, W trains) subway stations are both within a 2-block walk.

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