Dongguan Street teahouse named for the 'skin wrapped in water' morning tea saying.
Pi Bao Shui Teahouse takes its name from the Yangzhou phrase for morning tea, 'skin wrapped in water' (皮包水), and sits at 153 Dongguan Street. It suits a tea-and-pastry rest in the middle of a Dongguan Street walk. Typical spend is CNY 40-80 (~$5.5-11) (estimate) per person, and the signature order is Pot of green tea, Huaiyang pastries, Shredded tofu (干丝). The address is 153 Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东关街153号 皮包水茶社). Opening hours: Daily morning to evening; exact hours not published, confirm on Dianping. Payment is by Alipay or WeChat Pay in practice; foreign visitors can link an international card inside either app before the trip. A printed card with the Chinese name lets a taxi or Didi driver find the door, and the same name pastes straight into Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) for a walking route.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily morning to evening; exact hours not published, confirm on Dianping |
| Reservations | Walk-in is normal; search the Chinese name on Dianping (大众点评) or Meituan for current queues, vouchers and table booking |
| Address | 153 Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东关街153号 皮包水茶社) |
Signature dishes
- Pot of green tea
- Huaiyang pastries
- Shredded tofu (干丝)
Good to know
- Known for
- Tea and light snacks
Location
153 Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东关街153号 皮包水茶社)
32.3947, 119.4348 View on map
Highlights
- Dongguan Street teahouse named for the 'skin wrapped in water' morning tea saying
- Signature order: Pot of green tea
- Located at Dongguan Street historic district
Tips for visiting
- Order tea first; pastries arrive in small steamers.
- Quieter than Fuchun on weekdays.
- Check Dianping for the current menu.
- Search the Chinese name on Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) to confirm the exact branch before leaving the hotel.
- Order one dish per person plus rice or noodles, and say 少放糖 (shǎo fàng táng) for less sugar if Huaiyang sweetness is too much.
When to visit
Mid-morning
Accessibility
The venue is in the old-town district of Yangzhou, where lanes are paved but uneven and some historic buildings have steps or thresholds; step-free access is not guaranteed, so wheelchair users should phone ahead.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pi Bao Shui Teahouse?
It is at 153 Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou.
How much does a meal at Pi Bao Shui Teahouse cost?
About CNY 40-80 (~$5.5-11) per person.
How does a solo traveler pay at Pi Bao Shui Teahouse?
Alipay or WeChat Pay by QR code is standard; cash is accepted at most counters but some small shops prefer QR.