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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea

Tchai-Ovna House of Tea
42 Otago Lane
Glasgow, G12 8PB
Box office: 0141 357 4524
Phone: 0141 357 4524
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  • Food served: Mon–Sun 11am–10pm
  • Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Outdoor tables, Live music
  • Music on stereo: Ambient music
  • Opening times: Mon–Sun 11am–11pm
  • Capacity: 40
  • Largest group: Bookings not taken
  • Open since: 2000

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  • Average price:
     £8.50 (lunch)
     £8.50 (evening meal)
Eating & Drinking Guide

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This review is taken from the current (2012) edition.

With its stone floors, threadbare rugs, basket weave screens and Moorish lamps this eccentric little tavern could easily be tucked into the corner of a Marrakesh market rather than at the end of Otago Lane. A jumble of comfy old chairs and reclaimed tables are dotted around the room amidst the lingering perfume of the wealth of exotic teas on offer, creating a leisurely, almost soporific vibe. Eastern delights take precedence on the menu (prepared offsite in a Buddhist kitchen) with a large starter of dolmades being moist and juicy served with a piquant dressed salad. Mains include the monthly special, usually a stew or curry served with pitta or rice, or the sizeable home-made falafels served with hummus or baba ganoush. A richly seasoned Chipotle Chilli is thick and smoky with chunky roasted vegetables and laced with bright coconut. Outdoors, a generous deck built around a willow tree extends the exotic feel, maintaining a tranquil hang-out or meeting place for those of a contemplative or creative bent – or just needing a break from the ubiquitous presence of alcohol.

  • High point: Quirky, replenishing and relaxing
  • Low point: Leisurely vibe extends to the service

Events at Tchai-Ovna House of Tea (42 Otago Lane, Glasgow)

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The Better Crack Club
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Regular storytelling club for adults.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 15 Jun 8pm Free
D-Bass
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Modern jazz.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 13 Jun 8pm Free
Dave Dominey
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Funkiness on laptop and bass.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 7 Jun 8pm Free
Gus Stirrat
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Bassist Stirrat and guests with a mixture of modern jazz and standards.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 20 Jun 8pm Free
Jamie Bell
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Fingerstyle jazz guitarist.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 5 Jun 8pm Free
JEM
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Indian and Scottish music on guitar, cello and sax.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 28 Jun 8pm Free
John Hinshelwood
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Star of the Scottish roots, country and folk music scene plays originals and covers.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 14 Jun 8pm Free
John Hinshelwood Trio
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Americana and country sounds.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 14 Jun 8pm Free
Live Jazz
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A mixture of standards and originals played on guitar, drums and saxophone.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 6 Jun 8pm
27 Jun 8pm
Free
The Magic Carpet Cabaret
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A night of poetry, songs and stories, with open mic spots.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 1 Jun 8pm Free
Michael Simons
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Glasgow-based guitarist playing folk, blues and beyond.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 4 Jun25 Jun Mon 8pm Free
Reading Allowed
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A monthly evening of storytelling and poetry reading.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 8 Jun 8pm Free
Reading the Leaves
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Join guest writers for an evening of poetry and creative writing.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 26 Jun 8pm Free
Reading the Leaves
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Poetry and storytelling evening.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 26 Jun 8pm Free
Wing & A Prayer
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Folk/blues duo.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 29 Jun 8pm Free
Wing & A Prayer
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Folk/blues duo.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 29 Jun 8pm Free
Yaman
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Indian classical sitar and flute music from the tea house's resident sitarist.
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Tchai-Ovna House of Tea 12 Jun 8pm Free

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