A pot worth pausing for
Explore classic tea, matcha, chai, coffee, and other pours at the pace that suits your table.
Tea room · Restaurant · Catering
A beautiful reasonto linger.
Curated teas, artful bites, private rooms, and catering in a character-filled downtown Ocala setting made for unrushed conversation.
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Downtown Ocala, Florida
Open
Open daily
1890
Tea with a sense of occasion
An everyday retreat
Historic character.Modern hospitality.
1890 Tea House is a place to slow the pace, share something delicious, and let conversation take its time.
Set inside the historic Diamond Suites building, the tea house brings together thoughtfully selected drinks, delicate bites, individually styled rooms, and a welcoming patio in downtown Ocala.
Come for a pot and a quiet lunch, make an afternoon of tea and dessert, or gather a table around charcuterie and conversation. The experience is polished without feeling hurried or formal.
That balance is the heart of 1890: a memorable setting with the ease of a neighborhood welcome, designed for everyday visits as much as celebrations.
“A memorable setting with the ease of a neighborhood welcome.”
The 1890 experience
Choose your own kind of pause.
Visit for a classic pot of tea, matcha, chai, espresso, a light lunch, or something sweet. Whether you stay for a quick cup or settle in for the afternoon, 1890 is designed to let every table move at its own pace.
Four ways to take your time
Lunch with a little ceremony
Build a visit around tea sandwiches, light bites, charcuterie, pastries, or a well-earned dessert.
Space to gather
Individually styled tea rooms and event options give birthdays, showers, meetings, and reunions a distinctive backdrop.
The occasion can travel
Catering brings Tea House flavors to gatherings beyond these rooms, with details planned around your event.
Tea & coffee
Classic pours, matcha, chai, espresso, and more for a quick cup or a longer stay.
Sandwiches & bites
Light plates that work for lunch, afternoon tea, or something in between.
Charcuterie
Signature cups and boards sized for solo visits, date nights, and shared tables.
Pastries & desserts
A sweet finish to pair with the last pour from the pot.
Private tea rooms
Your room.Your pace.
Make an ordinary afternoon feel like an occasion, whether you are catching up with a friend or celebrating with the whole table.
- 01Cozy, individually styled tea rooms
- 02Tea, desserts, sandwiches, and charcuterie
- 03Outdoor patio seating when available
Events & catering
Bring the occasion. We’ll set the scene.
From bridal showers and birthdays to book clubs, business lunches, and gatherings elsewhere, 1890 offers an inviting setting and catering options for occasions that deserve thoughtful details.
Private celebrations
Ask about tea rooms and event options for meaningful moments, meetings, and larger tables.
Catering
Share your date, guest count, and menu needs so the team can discuss current catering options.
Events at 1890
See what’s happening at 1890 Tea House.
Explore gatherings we’ve hosted and check back for upcoming events.
Stories & updates
Around the tea table.
Original news from the house and first-party Journal stories, written for 1890.
The Tea House Journal is now open.
A new collection of original stories explores tea culture, gracious hospitality, thoughtful gatherings, and the small rituals that make time around a table feel special.
Read the updateA simpler way to plan private gatherings.
Reservations, Tea Room information, and larger-party planning now live in one clear experience.
Read the updateGood to know
Before you visit.
Find quick answers about reservations, dietary needs, gatherings, and planning ahead.
Send an inquiryWalk-ins are welcome. Reservations are recommended for private tea rooms and larger parties.
Come take your time
Your table is waiting.
- Monday–Thursday
- 11 AM–7 PM
- Friday–Saturday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–4 PM
Plan your visit
A table, a room, or an occasion of your own.
Browse what is being served, reserve a smaller table, or tell the Tea House team what you are planning.