A Hidden Speakeasy for Tea, Fortune & Immersive Art

Open Fri–Sun in DTLA

RSVP for tea, snacks & your personalized Paisley ID® fortune

✨ What Awaits Inside the Den

Step into a hidden speakeasy in DTLA. Every visit blends curated teas, interactive art, and an intimate lounge atmosphere.

🍵 Sip Rare Teas
Taste rotating premium Chinese teas, paired with light snacks included in every visit.
🏧 Interactive Art
Discover our Paisley ID® ATM fortune machines and take home your personalized fortune ticket.
🎶 Lounge Vibes
Chill with projection art, music, and a speakeasy atmosphere that feels like a secret hideaway.

🍵 Sip Rare Teas

Taste rotating premium Chinese teas, paired with light snacks included in every visit.

🏧 Interactive Art

Discover our Paisley ID® ATM fortune machines and take home your personalized fortune ticket.

🎶 Lounge Vibes

Chill with projection art, music, and a speakeasy atmosphere that feels like a secret hideaway.

🎟️ Happening at the Den

Every weekend brings something new — from Happy Hour specials to Mahjong afternoons and themed parties. Book early, spots are limited.

2-for-1 Fridays

  • 📅 Every Friday
  • 🕔 5–7:30pm & 7:30–9pm
  • ✨ 2-for-1 Tickets

🧧 IndusTEA Night

  • 📅 Saturday, February 28th
  • 🕑 6pm–9pm
  • A Special New Year Celebration
    Step confidently into the Year of the Fire Horse

Last Call for Winter with PLAYJAZZLOUD

  • 📅 Sunday, March 1st
  • 🕑 5pm–9pm
  • The last Sunday before the clocks spring forward. PLAYJAZZLOUD returns to the Den with a set honoring the women of jazz.

Tea & Tease 3: A Speakeasy Cabaret

  • 📅 Sunday, March 21st
  • 🕑 8pm–10pm
  • Constellation Cabaret & Bu Tea Den Present: Tea, magic, and tease. A cabaret night at the hidden speakeasy.

💬 What Our Members Say

From Mahjong nights to immersive art parties, every guest leaves with stories to tell. Here’s what people are saying about the Den.

✨ How It Works

It only takes 3 steps to unlock your Bu Tea Den experience.

🎟️ RSVP Online
Reserve your spot in advance — no walk-ins.
📍Arrive at the Den
Follow the provided instructions and find our hidden speakeasy in DTLA.
🍵 Sip & Experience
Enjoy curated teas, snacks, and immersive vibes.

🎟️ RSVP Online

Reserve your spot in advance — no walk-ins.

📍Arrive at the Den

Follow the provided instructions and find our hidden speakeasy in DTLA.

🍵 Sip & Experience

Enjoy curated teas, snacks, and immersive vibes.

🔑 Become Part of the Den

Every RSVP makes you a member. As part of our community, you’ll unlock weekend access and exclusive invites to secret events.

✨ No Walk-ins. RSVP Only. Limited Capacity.

Lock in your visit to Bu Tea Den this weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you book.

Yes. Bu Tea Den is RSVP-only and capacity is limited. Reservations are required for all visits. The address is revealed after booking.

Most guests stay around 90 minutes. There is no fixed program. You are free to move at your own pace.

 

Each reservation includes access to the Den, a personalized fortune printed from the Automated Fortune Telling Machine (AFTM), and unlimited pours of our house tea, the Den Blend. Light snacks are also included.

 

The AFTMs (Automated Fortune Telling Machines) are repurposed ATMs that guides you through a short quiz using numerology and chakra theory. It generates a Paisley energy portrait and prints a personalized fortune ticket for you to take home. Your Paisley becomes part of the shared projection environment.

 

House tea is included with your visit. This is our Den Blend, poured throughout the experience.
In addition, we offer a menu of curated teas available for purchase, similar to our non-alcoholic drink offerings. Occasionally, additional tea service may be offered as part of special events or evenings.

No. Bu Tea Den is a 100 percent alcohol-free space. We serve teas and non-alcoholic beverages designed for clarity and presence.

Bu Tea Call is our weekly Friday 2-for-1 offering. Two guests may attend for $25 during designated Friday seatings. RSVP here

Regular Bu Tea Den visits run in seated time blocks to keep the space intimate.
These time slots apply to Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays when there is no special event scheduled.
Typical seatings are approximately 90 minutes.
Exact times are listed at booking.
Advance RSVP is required. No walk-ins.

Yes. In addition to regular visits, we host ticketed events such as live music, art sessions, and special gatherings. Event details, pricing, and inclusions vary and are listed on each event page.

Bu Tea Den is also available for private rentals, including intimate celebrations, creative gatherings, and brand or community events. Details and inquiries can be found here:
https://buteaden.com/private-events/

Bu Tea Den operates as a private, RSVP-only art lounge. All guests must have a reservation to attend.

Still have a question?

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📩 Be First to Know About Secret Events

Join our list for early invites to Mahjong nights, art parties, and hidden experiences at Bu Tea Den.

✨ Ready to Step Into the Den?

RSVP today and unlock teas, art, and vibes you won’t find anywhere else in DTLA.

☎️ Bu Tea Call Fridays

2-for-1
ALL NIGHT

Every Friday

RSVP-Only · Limited Tables

Days
Hours

Hidden DTLA speakeasy.
Guided Hong-Kong style play by SekWu.

Mahjong at the Den Sat, Sept 13th 2pm-5pm