Short North cafe closes after 10 months; here’s what’s next for the concept
by Sav McKee
January 19, 2026
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“This isn’t goodbye–it’s growth,” announced a Short North cafe known for tea and pastries.
ZC Tea House, which opened last March, has already closed their location after 10 months at 982 N. High St.
But that’s not the end for them.
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ZC is opening a small tea house inside of Winchester Farm Exchange, a local grocery store in Canal Winchester. Starting 1/26, every day from 9-3, grab hot or iced tea lattes, like their vibrant matchas. They’re also hosting a February pop-up at Adameh Ceramics in the Short North!
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