Looking for a drink and a small snack in Epcot's China Pavillion? Head to the Joy of Tea snack stand, where they're serving up tea, adult beverages, and pork egg rolls.
Location & Seating:
Joy of Tea, located in Epcot's China Pavilion, is very easy to find! In fact, you walk right past it on the main World Showcase pathway.
As you cross into the pavilion, look toward the lagoon and you'll see a bright red stand topped with a gold, traditional Chinese-style roof. It sits with its back to the water, making it a perfect stop as you stroll the World Showcase.
There's no formal seating at Joy of Tea, but you will find a few standing tables nearby, tucked between the stand and the adjacent gift shop.
But, if you are looking to snack on the go, the pork egg rolls are easily eaten while walking as well.
The Menu:
(Find the full & current Joy of Tea menu here)
Joy of Tea offers a small but tasty menu focused on Asian-Inspired drinks.
You'll find several tea options, (including a peach bubble milk tea), alongside one draft beer with notes of honey and green tea. For something stronger, the stand also features a selection of Chinese-inspired cocktails. Drink prices range from $4.50 for a simple tea to $15 for a cocktail, making this a fairly budget-friendly stop by Epcot standards.
When it comes to food, your only snack choice is a serving of two pork egg rolls for $5.95 plus tax.
What I Ordered:
On this visit to Joy of Tea, I went with the Dragon Blossom Draft (16 oz, $10.50) and the Pork Egg Rolls (2 pieces, $5.95).
The beer, brewed by Orange Blossom Brewing, was generously poured, a full 16 ounces filled right to the brim, making it a solid choice for the price.
Despite being described as a pilsner with "notes of green tea," the flavor is very subtle. In fact, I might not have noticed the green tea hints at all if I hadn't read the description first. It drinks like a classic blonde pilsner with light hops and just a whisper of honey and green tea in the finish.
The egg rolls were a pleasant surprise.
They're larger than the popular spring rolls at Magic Kingdom, and nearly half the price. The filling is what you'd expect from a classic pork egg roll, but the wrapper is unique.
Thick, extra crunchy, and seasoned with a spice I couldn't quite place. My best guess is nutmeg. It adds a subtle warmth that makes these stand out from your average takeout version.
Overall, I'd rate this combo 6.5/10. It's not life-changing, but it's quite tasty and affordable. I'd happily order both again, especially on a day when I'm in the mood for a light beer and a savory snack.
Know Before You Go:
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Since this is an outdoor stand, it may temporarily close during bad weather.
- Crowds & Line Speed: The line here is usually short, though it can get busier during festivals, holidays, and special events. Luckily, with such a small menu, the line moves quickly.
- Mobile Ordering: Not available, this snack stand is walk-up only.
- Accessibility: The area around the stand is flat, and the wide switchback queue makes it fairly easy to navigate with a wheelchair or stroller.
- Discounts & Dining Plan: Disney Dining Plans are not accepted. Annual Passholders may get a small discount (typically 5-10%), depending on the item.
- Where to Enjoy Your Snack: There are a few standing tables right next to the stand. If you'd rather sit, look for benches deeper in the pavilion near the Reflections of China building or around the pond.
Final Thoughts:
Would I recommend Joy of Tea?
Yes! If you're looking for an affordable, unique drink or a quick savory snack, this is a great stop.
I really enjoyed both the beer and the egg rolls and plan to order them again on a future visit. It's an easy, low-commitment way to try something a little different without straying far from the main World Showcase walkway.
Have you tried Joy of Tea? What did you order, and what did you think?
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