A Brief History of Pantjoran Tea House Across Different Eras of Batavia and Modern Jakarta in Glodok Chinatown Area
The Pantjoran Tea House is an iconic two stories building that is located at Pancoran Street in Glodok Chinatown area. It is right at the hook of an intersection; thus, the building is quite standout and easy to recognize. According to the store’s website, the store was built during the 17th and 18th Century to preserve the Chinese heritage in Glodok Chinatown area. It is also said that in the year of 1928, it was once a pharmacy before later revitalized as tea house in 2015, as a part to make Jakarta Old Town a world cultural heritage sites by the UNESCO.
An Old Tradition of “Patekoan”, Started by a Generous Chinese Chief That Lasted to This Day to Preserve the Chinese Heritage of Glodok Jakarta
Every day from 8 Am to 6 PM or every weekend from 7 AM to 6 PM, the Pantjoran Tea House usually provide free tea from eight kettles in front of the store for the people who pass by. They usually use two to three boxes of tea and serve it in eight kettles; thus, the name of this tradition is “Patekoan”. This tradition was started by a Chinese chief, Kapitan Gan Djie, that provided free tea in kettles for peddlers around the area.
Learning Chinese Culture That is Preserved Until This Modern Area from Tea Ceremonies in the Glodok Chinatown Area
One of the a few things that makes the store different from other regular stores or restaurants, the Panjoran Tea House not only provides tea to try, but they also can prepare the package with a guide to a tea ceremony. While serving the tea, the waitress will explain to you about the type of tea and how the tea ceremony proceeds. Not only tea, but they also serve Chinese food for main course and snacks. There is a variety of menu’s choice, and you can try what suits your palate best.
Explore More You Can Find and See with Jakarta Chinatown Tour with Jakarta Walking Tour
To learn more things about Chinese culture, trying various kinds of fusion cuisines around the Glodok Chinatown area, come to Jakarta and join our Jakarta Chinatown Tour. Let’s stroll around, explore interesting facts, trying delicious cuisines, and many more together. See you around!