MANTRA - Grass Valley (CA)

4 /5 GG: Friendly, attentive service. Tea experience was very nice. They bring tea pot with very small amounts of loose leaf tea of your choice, and you self serve. The server showed us to do a prewash and then to serve the tea cups. I would have loved more info on the tea, beyond what is on the menu. Especially since we were only other party, it was a slow night. The miso and seaweed starter is $7 pp, in my experience those dishes are included in most dinner menus, for the size served. So be prepared. I wanted to love my food, but though my greens in poke bowl were fresh, the chicken was a little over cooked and flavorless. The ground pork ramen was also not a hit with our group, but they were hungry. Very small portions for over $24 ramen bowl, and $21 chicken poke. The eating space and building itself is very nice and clean. Clean restrooms. This is a good place to stop for tea, I would not order anything else. I really wanted to love it. Giving them 4 stars because it’s a small business, but honestly it’s more like a 2.5 food, 1 price, 4 service.

5 /5 Mariah Chen: Ordered the lo Mein with shrimp and the poke bowl. Dog friendly. Good vibes. Good alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Happy to have come here during our visit to Grass Valley.

5 /5 Andy Knowles: Tucked away inconspicuously, Mantra Tea House is a true hidden gem that rewards those who venture inside with the best poke bowls in town. The freshness of the ingredients is unparalleled, and the perfect blend of flavors in each bowl is a testament to the skill and dedication of the owners. I sampled the ahi tuna, trout, and chicken bowls, as well as the tuna seaweed salad. I was impressed by the quality of each. The fish was incredibly fresh, and the organic chicken had a noticeably superior taste. Portions are generous, and while prices are on the higher end, the quality and quantity more than justify the cost. Mantras staff are not only experienced chefs, but also trained tea masters, having studied under a local shifu. The ceremonial grade tea is steeped to perfection and served with respect for tradition. The service is polite and unhurried. I recommend taking the time to fully savor their meal and enjoy the tea experience. The tasteful decor features artisanal furniture, fresh flowers, and wall art on exposed brick, which enhances the relaxed atmosphere. While the exterior may not catch your eye, Mantra consistently delivers an unforgettable dining experience. I can’t wait to visit again.​​​​​​​​​

5 /5 River Nomadic: Finally tried out this new spot and so grateful it’s here! Ordered the royal puer, a chai, the poke bowl and a pork ramen. I don’t know that I’d order the ramen again, the noodles were a bit chewy and the broth didn’t have a lot of flavor. But everything else was excellent. Loved the fresh fish in the poke bowl, and the teas were both lovely. The service here was AMAZING! So kind and attentive. Would definitely be back. The atmosphere in here is really special too lots of seating and it’s just a very open beautiful space.

5 /5 Sarah Stone-Francisco, Grass Valley Realtor: I am so happy we found Mantra Tea House!!! Amazing Ramen in Grass Valley!!! So absolutely delicious! And their poke bowl is gorgeous and mouthwatering, too! We’ll be back again and again!!! ♥️♥️♥️