Ray's Cafe Tea House - Darby Township

I had the most exquisite breakfast at Ray’s Cafe and Tea House. I came in at 9am and I was able to have either breakfast or anything from the entire menu. I ordered the Leek Boxes for my breakfast which Grace served with the homemade soy sauce and homemade chilli sauce on the side. I never heard of the siphoned coffee before, so I ordered the Japanese Charcoal Roasted Sumiyaki Coffee. What superb flavor and presentation! There is a lovely cafe counter where you can purchase any of the fine coffee and tea to bring home. I look forward to visiting this lovely place next time I’m in Philly.

Came in for the first time and can’t wait to go back! we had the dumpling sampler and green tea cheesecake. both were delicious, especially the cheesecake. phenomenal texture and taste!

Really great, small, family owned spot! Delicious food. They treat you like family when you dine here

I really liked the house brew iced coffee. I tried the cold brew as well but preferred the house iced coffee over it. Got mine mocha flavored. Breakfast sandwich was good as well. Parking: Tough to find a spot anywhere in Chinatown

First time at Ray's Café. I really wanted to try siphoned coffee and I read online that they offered it. Café is small but comfortable. Grace was nice to help me pick out a coffee to try since I had no clue. They have a chalk board that shows flavor profile of each bean. I went with the Sumiyaki because I've never tasted Japanese coal roasted coffee before. I got to watch the siphon process and the man making my coffee was nice about answering all my questions. It does cost $15 for 1 cup of the Sumiyaki coffee. It sounds expensive but it's a unique kind of bean and plus the coffee is siphoned fresh for you with care. For me, the price was worth it. Yes, I know Starbucks is cheaper, but I like supporting a family owned small business. I also tried the dumpling sampler. 4 different varieties. The dumpling skin was nice and thin and the filling was generous and juicy without being greasy. Ray's Cafe is not your usual crowded and loud Chinatown eatery. I enjoyed the quiet and laid back ambiance. I've gotten used to service in Chinatown ranging from indifferent to rude, but at Ray's, service was friendly and staff will take the time to answer your questions in English and Mandarin. I can't wait to go back again and try another kind of coffee bean and get those dumplings again!