A tea shop, also known as a tea room or tea house, is a place where tea is served and can be enjoyed with a variety of pastries and snacks. Another synonym for a tea shop is a teahouse or a tea salon. Teahouses originated in China and Japan and were places where people would gather to enjoy tea and socialize. In the United Kingdom, tea rooms are quite popular, and they are known for their traditional English pastries and cakes. Other possible synonyms for a tea shop could include a teapot cafe, a tea garden, a tea bar, or a tea bistro, depending on the atmosphere and style of the shop.