Every cup at Ima's is an act of intention: hand-selected leaves, small-batch pastries baked each morning, and a quiet corner of Excelsior that feels like coming home.
Our Story
Ima's Little Tea Spot began with a simple conviction: that a great cup of tea deserves the same care and craft as a fine meal. Tucked along Water Street in Excelsior, we've built a space where slow mornings are celebrated and every detail is considered.
Direct-trade teas sourced from small estates across Asia, Africa, and South America.
Pastries, scones, and breads arrive fresh before dawn — never frozen, never rushed.
Intimate seating, gentle light, and a menu that invites you to linger a little longer.
Our Menu
From our signature loose-leaf blends to house-made pastries, everything on your cup and plate has a story — and we're happy to tell it.
Our Philosophy
We believe the smallest rituals — a warm cup, a quiet room, a kind word — are what make a community feel like home. Every decision we make, from leaf selection to lighting, is guided by one question: does this make someone's day a little better?
Visit Us
371 Water St
Excelsior, MN 55331
(612) 867-1087
Questions? Give us a ring — we're always happy to chat.
Come Say Hello
Whether it's your first visit or your hundredth, there's always a fresh pot and a warm seat for you at Ima's Little Tea Spot.