Enjoy the Merriment of our New Teaware
YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD SHOP FOR SPECIALTY TEA, TEAWARE & GIFTS
Since 2017, we've been sharing loose leaf tea, matcha, and original blends with the San Diego community and beyond.
"PARU"—one pronunciation of "pearl" in Japanese—refers to our belief that good tea is like a hidden gem. We also happen to be located just around the corner from Pearl St.
Address:
7441 Girard Ave Suite B, La Jolla, CA 92037
Hours:
Wed–Sun: 11–5
(Closed Mondays & Tuesdays)
Holiday Hours starting 12/8:
Wed–Sun: 11–5
Fri–Sat: 11–7
12/18 & 12/19 (Open Mon & Tues): 11–5
12/24 & 12/31 (Special hours): 10–3
Closed for Christmas and New Year’s Day
There is a farmers market on our street on Sundays from 9–1, which may affect parking availability.
SHOP GARDEN DIRECT-TEAS & ORIGINAL BLENDS
REVIEWS FROM PARU CUSTOMERS
Yoku Moku Holiday Petit Cinq Delices, 26-piece
I feel so welcome any time I come in. Everyone is so kind and knowledgeable.
I've purchased this tea a couple of times and will likely continue to so long as it keeps getting restocked. I very much like the warmth of the ginger and that it settles me whether I drink it on its own or to close out a heavier meal. I think this is a unique and delicious blend that celebrates the ingredients of other cultures.
I've been getting this set for myself each year (third one so far) because I find the yoku moku cookies perfect to pair with tea or coffee. They are light, buttery, and decadent. They make your tea moment complete. I also like to repurpose the tin and use it to decorate for Japanese New Year. The gold details shine nicely in the light and I prop it on a tray with our typical new year foods.
What a pleasant experience! Loved everything about PARU. I had not tried the coconut chai before and I am so glad that I bought it. It’s part of my morning routine before I head to the gym. Hope to stop by again to buy more.
I am so glad this tea is back! The smoothness of the black tea paired with the warmth of the cardamom, makes this tea a great way to begin my day. I wish Paru carried it year round.
I’ve always wanted to do a tea tasting and finally found a good reason to. My experience with Amy (our tea guru) was absolutely amazing. She walked us through multiple teas and helped us to not just drink but experience them. She also shared her thoughts and answered all of the questions we had as well. Looking forward to our next tea tasting at Paru!
I've never been a big fan of matcha (I prefer my caffeine in espresso form), but ever since trying this matcha for my cafe I've been hooked! It's so smooth, there's no bitterness, I don't even need to sweeten it beyond the oat milk I mix it with! I'm so glad I discovered PARU's matcha!
Great tasting tea. I like to have it in the morning with a splash of milk. It’s also very nice neat. Highly recommend this tea for tea lovers.
I personally like the 10k ceremonial grade more than the house milled. It does not have a grassy after taste and is very smooth like buttah. It’s my go to brand to make my daily matcha lattes with oat milk every morning.
So easy to use… you can watch tea leaves seep and grow! Perfect size
One of the BEST candles I’ve ever smelled! Makes me want to venture out to fine more tea scented candles ( pls make more scents 😭)
