My friend and I saw this place while driving through downtown and since we were getting dinner in…read morethe area, we popped in for some boba. I tried the Pu-er milk tea and if you like Hojicha, jasmine, or any earthy tea, this one is for you. It has almost no caffeine, which was a plus for me. The boba was delicious, and my friend enjoyed her jasmine milk tea. I'd recommend this spot though it seems to be the only boba tea shop I could find in the downtown area. Parking downtown is atrociously expensive, so good luck.

Rating: 4.5 I've…read morebeen meaning to try this place for a while but decided to try because i passed by and was in the area. It's a small tea shop in providence that offer toppings such as boba and sides like taiwanese chicken. They offer different tea toppings like boba, crystal, jelly, ..etc and also sweetness, milk substitute and ice options. Parking is street parking only and can be difficult to find during busy time. Inside is nicely decorated and has good aesthetic. Seatings are limited so I would not expect to find one unless you are lucky. I guess the name of the place is derived from cha which means tea in Chinese and Daruma who is a founder of zen Buddhism. They have a mascot who looks like Buddha holding a bubble tea. I ended up ordering black milk tea with boba and taiwanese popcorn chicken with seaweed and salt/pepper. Tea came out right away and was pretty good. Good tea flavor but maybe a bit too sweet. Boba is home made and its nice and chewy and no inconsistency. I would do 75% sugar and less ice next time for my liking. Taiwanese popcorn chicken was juicy and flavorful. We also got lucky with seating so we sat down to enjoy their food and drink. Service was good and no issues. Overall the place is pretty good. I think everything was good quality and definitely one of the better tea/fried chicken place around RI. If it was in more convenient location I would definitely come back often but I would likely only stop by if I'm already around the area. I did like the place.

Of course we had to get a sweet treat after lunch so we went to Vivi since we were already on…read moreThayer St. Great decision because we really enjoyed the Taro Crème Brûlée milk tea, which had well-cooked boba, real taro paste that led to strong taro flavor, and just right amount of sweetness. You order on a kiosk, service was fast. Ambiance is cute; they have games and books to hang out with. 10/10 would recommend!

i appreciate vivi for being open later than the other bubble tea spots on thayer. it's pretty…read moreconsistent for me. their jelly is lychee so i usually get that with something fruity and decaf. the inside is pink and there's some board games if you wanna sit and play or chat. the service is straightforward.

I got the Matcha Latte with boba, and it was pretty classic! Strong matcha essence, perfect amount…read moreof sweetness, well-cooked boba. Can't comment on service or ambiance since we got take out. Will definitely be back to try other drinks, 10/10 would recommend!

To be honest, I was originally going to Kung Fu Tea, but I found a parking spot right in front of…read moreTen One Tea House so I took it as a sign to try something new. I went in with a craving for something sweet, creamy, and cold, but ended up going for something light and fruity: the peach Yakuit slush. It was only $0.80 more to go from a medium to a large so I went for it and also added aloe for $1. The total was around $7-$8. I did use one of the two kiosks they have since it was my first time there and I wanted to take my time exploring the menu. It was super easy to use, only accepts card payments, and will send you a text when the order was placed and when it's ready. While I waited, I took in the details of the place, including the soft pastel colors and also the theme of squirrels which are one of my favorite animals. I liked the art on the walls, and they've used the space well with some tables along the window looking out to Thayer street, while others hugging the entrance ramp. I did not interact with the staff but they looked like they were killing it behind the counter to push out orders in a timely manner. When I did get my order, I thought it was pretty with a rose pink slush, bright pieces of peaches, and bottom layer of white aloe. I tried shaking it a bit to try to mix it up but it didn't work too well. They have straws with a thick opening to get the chunks through. The slush was very flavorful and a good consistency.

I don't know WHAT they put in their brown sugar milk tea but it is one of the best boba drinks I've…read moreever had!!! I adore this boba shop. The waitress was super gentle, polite, and kind, and omg the decorations for this place were so adorable and filled the space so nicely. cute little spot nestled on a super busy street and i can't wait to come back here next time im in RI :)

After doing some shopping, my friend and I wanted some boba. We were originally going to go to…read moreProvidence but instead wanted something closer to us. After doing some research, we came across chick'n boba, a new restaurant in town. The parking lot can fit about 15-20 cars (I am not sure if it is a shared lot with surrounding businesses), but there is also street parking. There are about 3 tables, and some high chairs facing outside for seating. The menu has about 12 different meals, appetizers, and about 12 different boba / tea options - with almost everything being under $12. Since they're still new, they did have some deals. We ordered 2 small taro milk tea with tapioca, 2 spicy chicken sandwiches, and fries, all for $24. After about 10-15 minutes we got our order. All of it was nice and hot. I liked that they wrap their sandwiches half way so you can hold it. I noticed the cheese on the chicken sandwich was not melted, and it had jalapeños to make it spicy. It would have been better if the cheese was melted and if the jalapeños were infused into the sauce. I wish there was more of the sauce it did have because it was delicious. The bun was nice and soft, and the chicken was perfectly crispy and moist. The fries were delicious and had just the right amount of salt. I did not realize until after that they have sauces on the menu (I would have ordered some for the fries). I have never liked tapioca but these were so good. They were soft and actually had a good flavor. I am used to tough and flavorless. The taro was sweet but not anything overwhelming. I would definitely come back for more.

Great menu and very fresh fruit. The flavors here are super innovative, and we love the overall…read morevibe of Rainbow Water. The fruit flavored boba is especially refreshing, and samples are offered to try.

Very cute inside and nice addition to the neighborhood. I'm sure this place will be filled with the…read morehigh school kids during the week days. I came on a Sunday afternoon and ordered a mango-nada and my bf got a taro bubble tea. I'm really happy they serve mango-nadas. It's only available in a few places in Rhode Island so I was happy to see it here. The place seems relatively new and their menu is extensive. I think they offer more but it's just not posted yet. My mangonada was delicious and served with a tamarind candy straw. It was full of blended mango and chunks of mango. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I think they also serve mango and other fruits with chili salt. The taro bubble tea was just okay to me. It wasn't what you expect when you get taro at other bubble tea places. It wasn't sweet and tasted like the actual vegetable lol. Not for me. I'll definitely come back and try their other fresh fruit smoothies

I was able to grab some coffee from the cart during the North Providence Centredale Festival! I…read moreordered the Teddy Graham Latte, which came topped with cold foam and, of course, Teddy Graham crackers. The espresso was very well-balanced and tasty, and the latte overall wasn't overly sweet, which I really enjoyed. I grabbed my coffee later in the day, so I was lucky enough to avoid the line. Service was quick, and the staff was very friendly! The aesthetic of the trailer was also super cute. I honestly wish they had a brick-and-mortar location! I'll definitely be following them on Instagram to see where they'll be next!

I've tried Maria Maria a few times when parked at the hospital. The line is always pretty long, but…read moreit moves decently fast. But clearly the line is long because the coffee is good! I'm really impressed with how much they can do out of their little coffee horse trailer! The coffee is good and I really like that they make their own syrups. I asked today which were dairy free and she knew exactly which ones I could have! I tried the cold brew with mocha and almond milk. Very good! I had two dogs with me and she offered them pup cups too. Very kind! Their weekly schedule is posted on Instagram!

This continues to be my favorite waffle place in the country. They are constantly releasing…read moredifferent flavors to stay on top of trends and they never fail. For this visit, some people in my group ordered the matcha waffle: matcha silky cream, chocolate drizzle, topped with fresh strawberries, while others including myself got the ube waffle: ube silky cream, drizzled condensed milk, and topped with fresh blueberries, bananas, raspberries, and coconut shavings. By default, these were on the liege waffle which is personally my favorite since it has a crispy and caramel like consistency. The ube cream was very creamy and smooth. The condensed milk was a great touch, as it acted like a syrup. The fresh fruits helped balance out the sweetness. The matcha one was also good. It reminded me a little of the dubai chocolate combination, mostly because of the colors. I've been seeing them add more and more drinks to the menu - mostly ones that resemble the waffle flavors. The prices have not changed much and they're still reasonable for the quality and quantity. There is plenty of seating in the lower area of their store. It is off of Thayer street so depending on the day, parking can be tough.

I recently tried this coffee spot and thought it was just okay overall. The drinks didn't have as…read moremuch flavor as I was expecting. I ordered the crème brûlée coffee, and while it wasn't bad, it mostly just tasted like regular coffee without that rich, dessert like flavor you'd hope for. On the other hand, the tiramisu latte was actually really delicious. Honestly, I wish I could order a whole cake of just the tiramisu, it was the highlight for me. You definitely get more cake than the coffee, but it worked in its favor and tasted much better than the crème brûlée drink. It was nice to try, especially since everything looks so aesthetically pleasing, but it feels more like a place you visit for the vibe rather than a go to coffee run.

Coffee & Matcha: 10/10 Delightful taste, and beautiful…read morepresentation! I love the espresso bear that was in mine. Be warned, if it melts and there is nothing else in the cup, it will be an overwhelming sip Service: 8/10 The staff is kind, and efficient. We waited for less than 5 minutes for three drinks. Ambiance: 7/10 Super clean and bright store! It is a small shop that only has room for about 4 people to sit inside, but they do have some outdoor seating.

Matcha was delicious! The fruit sandwich was yummy and filling. Convenient location if you're in…read morethe Brown building.