Despite what you may think of the low ratings on yelp, this restaurant is packed every day. I don't feel it is right that some of the ratings were given not for the food but because some people couldn't get a seat or table during the restaurant first day opening. Since the grand opening, the restaurant has actively worked on improving on service and sitting people effectively.
Green tea wanted to create a word of mouth buzz but in the end, it didn't even need to offer 50% on opening day as people have been flocking every night, even willing to wait over an hour for a table!
Green tea is expensive compared to other Chinese establishments and their dishes are not very big. However, not much restaurants offer hangzhou cuisine, something you don't see often in the GTA.
I been there twice with a group of 9 people. Each time, we ordered about 9-10 dishes to share. A lot of dishes I enjoyed while others were nothjng special such as the bread with ice cream. It was literally just toasted bread and ice cream! I have yet to try everything but so far so good but the dishes size could be bigger.
Cost with vip card came about $20 to $25 per person.
Vip card is $20 and is good for two years. I think it is totally worth it. The card each time helped me and my friends saved $20 off dinner.
Parking can be a nightmare at fmp so come early or park far.
The Restaurant is well designed and is very pretty. Lots of 2 to 4 people tables and only four big round tables that can sit up to 10 people.There are big private room at the room at the back but need to spend a minimum of $300 to sit there.
Don't be reluctant to try this place.