ESP Tea & Coffee – American
The air inside this aromatic sanctuary is thick with the rich, toasted notes of beans roasted on-site, harmonizing beautifully with the earthy, complex fragrance of steeping pu-erh and delicate white teas. Flaky, golden-brown salteñas and spicy Jamaican patties offer a savory global journey, while slices of artisanal pie provide a sweet, nostalgic finish to a leisurely afternoon. It is a soulful neighborhood retreat where the craft of the barista meets the precision of the tea master in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
1012, King Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314 +15719701674 https://www.espteaandcoffee.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at ESP Tea & Coffee
Halal at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Artisanal Espresso, In-House Roasted Coffee and Pu-erh Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pu-erh Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pu-erh Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Artisanal Espresso, In-House Roasted Coffee and Pu-erh Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Artisanal Espresso, In-House Roasted Coffee and Pu-erh Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pu-erh Tea, Black Tea and White Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pu-erh Tea, Black Tea and White Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee in Alexandria has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Saltenas, Pu-erh Tea and Black Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at ESP Tea & Coffee
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Saltenas | 9.5 g | 5.9 g |
| Green Tea | 14.3 g | 3.3 g |
| White Tea | 48.9 g | 1.8 g |
| Black Tea | 72.7 g | 0 g |
| Pu-erh Tea | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Coffee and Espresso
- Artisanal Espresso - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- In-House Roasted Coffee - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tea List
- Black Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Green Tea - $4
- White Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pu-erh Tea - $4.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Food and Pastries
- Pie Shop Pie - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Saltenas - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Jamaican Patties - $5.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about ESP Tea & Coffee
- Is ESP Tea & Coffee halal-friendly?
- Yes. ESP Tea & Coffee has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Artisanal Espresso, In-House Roasted Coffee and Pu-erh Tea.
- What can I eat at ESP Tea & Coffee on a halal diet?
- Artisanal Espresso, In-House Roasted Coffee and Pu-erh Tea carry the halal tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does ESP Tea & Coffee have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Artisanal Espresso and In-House Roasted Coffee.
- What is the highest-protein dish at ESP Tea & Coffee?
- Saltenas, at roughly 5.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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