RANG Final…read moreThoughts: 4.50/5 Review for Rang. They have weekly matcha pop ups at Rose Tea Lounge. Original location is in Elk Grove, but they are here in San Jose area. Kind of hard to see and find them? given that there aren't really any signs posted outside. I perhaps wouldn't have known about it if my friend didn't tell me about it. Drink: Guava Matcha Einspanner: 4.5/5 This is their matcha with house-made guava puree at the bottom and topped with silky guava foam. Their foam is so nice and creamy. Felt very light and just thick enough. Silky consistency that mixed well with the drink. My friend noted that they make it fairly sweet, so I opted for the 25%. This was still quite sweet for me. Each component is sweet itself, so when you combine it, its mostly just sweet. No tartness to cut any of it. Perhaps the guava has something to do with that. Guava is a sweet fruit in general, so I seemed to expect as much. The matcha itself had a nice color to it. Very vibrant. Light bitterness. Lovely consistency overall. I like each component separately and I like them together when it's fully combined. Strawberry Matcha Einspanner: 4.5/5 This was my friends drink and I also really liked it. Had to try it for my review purposes. Per their Door Dash description, this is their matcha latte with their home-made strawberry puree and topped with velvety strawberry foam. There really wasn't much of a difference with this one and mine besides the fruit. His was slightly more tart than mine, which is something I like. Again, the drink itself leans more on the sweet side, so any sort of tartness would be nice to cut some of that. Matcha color is amazing. Nice and vibrant. Lovely silky consistency. I like the ratio of fruit flavor and matcha. Some places will make it just taste like milk, others have an imbalance of flavors. This one was just right for me. --------- Quality: Ceremonial Matcha and whisked to order We saw them whisk the matcha to order. Not really a display cooking kind of counter, but they do do all of that in the front where the cashiers are. You are able to watch if you so choose. I do like the matcha that they use, so it seems like a high quality one. That or it's because they aren't batching their matcha like other places. I understand that batching doesn't make it lower quality, but something about whisking it fresh is always better. Price: Average Will depend on the drink, but the prices are around $7 to $9. For our drinks, average around $8.25 per drink. Quite a common price range for a cup of matcha. This one was made well, so no complaints here. There was no upcharge for the oatmilk, which is always a plus for us. Service: Whisked matcha fresh No interactions today. We ordered directly on the kiosk and then just waited for our drinks to come out. Something that I like is that they whisk and make the matcha in front of us. Kind of hard to see, given my height and spot that we were standing, but they do whisk it in the front for us. Of note, they use this hand towel or cloth to wipe the bowls. Not sure how sanitation does with that, but I digress. Just an observation for today. Ambiance: Quaint Flower Café Vibes This place is giving very quaint flower café vibes. I would totally work here if I could work from home or if I needed to study. Space is incredibly spacious on the inside contrary to how the outside and plaza area is looking. Little dim lit inside, but that might be from the little lighting that's hitting through the windows given the angle and evening sun. Location/Parking: Small Plaza This place is like a pop-up/collaboration with Rose Tea Lounge. There's really no label for it outside of the storefront, but when you go into the café and on the kiosk, you can directly order from them. Kind of interesting how it works and I probably would have never seen it if my friend didn't bring me here. Location is not the best as it is right in a smaller plaza on the side of Story Road near the 101 freeway. At least they chose an area that is slightly less saturated. Vietnam Town is really close by and they really do have too much going on over there sometimes. Parking lot is also small, but it seems to work well with the smaller plaza size.

Alpha Phi Omega, community service fraternity decided to bring me here to bless this business…read more They have plenty of options and immaculate vibes. Family and friends environment. They even have an outside patio area. Highly recommend with my utmost respectful regards!

I stopped by Arisan on August 30th/Sunday around 1pm, and surprisingly, there was no line! The…read moreparking lot was a different story though rip. It was pretty hectic and difficult to find a good parking spot near the shop. The store itself was minimalistic, clean, and had a few customers inside. The staff were also super nice and welcoming hehe 10/10 for the customer service! I got the Strawberry Matcha Einspanner, and it was delicious! The strawberry flavor tasted natural and not artificial at all, which was a huge plus. My friends also got the Tiramisu Latte and the Pandan Green Tea & everyone enjoyed it yippeee! I honestly have nothing but good things to say about the drinks and service :-)

Friend was in the area and they were having a bogo deal. Got me a tiramisu and matcha coffee to…read moredrop off at work for myself and sis to try. Love that the tiramisu comes with a lady finger!! Did as suggested and scooped from the top with the cookie before mixing in the rest. The coffee was pretty tasty. Def can actually taste the coffee vs all milk and sugar. If I'm the area I'd try other menu items!

- can't go wrong with soyful - soyful special is my #1…read moredrink!! - the desserts there are delish and are the epitome of vietnamese desserts :) - service is quick - not many chairs inside the store

Their creamy milk tea and Japanese pudding are a must-try! There is no place that replicates the…read moreflavor. I love their tofu pudding desserts and notice they recently expanded their menu, which includes pandan waffles and sugarcane juice. The drinks are on the sweeter side, so I suggest 50% sweetness level. Boba was nothing special, but the Japanese pudding and tofu pudding were better toppings. With most visits, their service can be a little slow, but the staff were friendly. This location is more of a kiosk with no seating, so if you want to hang out, the Silver Creek location is the place to go. Otherwise, I just come here for their creamy milk tea with Japanese pudding. It'll always be #1!!!

omg came here for the bogo and did not disappoint! workers are fast! and drinks are delicious!!…read more if you like cream and cheese, get the milktea way! theres so much yummy topping that it (viet pudding, cheese ball, jerry cheese, cream) comes with!

Their specialty milkteaway drink was so unique and tasty! I got it with thai green milk tea base,…read morecheese cream and oat boba. It also comes with three additional toppings that tasted like pudding. You also get to choose one cream top and one topping of your choice with it. This was so creamy and tasted like a dessert. I would do 0% sweet as the toppings and cream make it already quite sweet. Also tried The coconut coffreeze which reminded me of a drink from dutch bros but stronger in the coffee flavor. The sunset guava tea was refreshing but could use a stronger tea flavor because it mostly tasted like syrup. The matcha cloud was very milky and doesn't taste like matcha at all. If there's one thing I'd get here it's be the milkteaway or other plain milk teas, because I wasn't super impressed by the matcha or fruit tea. The workers are very nice but they seem understaffed so you will have to wait a bit for your drinks. The place is casual and well kept. They have games available and are open late everyday, making it a fun spot to hang with friends or family. Overall: 3.8/5

Looking for a spot to celebrate your K-pop groups, fun geeky hobbies?…read more Look no further than A Sac of Potatoes! A great place to host your cup sleeve events!

A Sack of Potatoes, I think you might want to consider changing your name because you guys are more…read morethan that It was my first time here, and overall it was a good experience! I ordered the F10 iced matcha latte with less sugar (30%), and it was very refreshing and tasted great. The C2 California fresh fruit tea was also delicious, you can tell they use real fruit, which made it extra refreshing. I also tried the popcorn chicken, which was tasty and delicious. I gave the steak guacamole a try, and I thought it was just okay. Pros: - Great place to study or get work done, with plenty of seating and outlets. The space is open and roomy -Reasonably priced - Fast service ( speaks for itself) Cons: - The music inside is a bit loud, so I'd recommend bringing headphones or earplugs - Half the tables were dirty when I arrived - Parking in the plaza can be tricky, but if you hang around, someone usually leaves

Taste: 10/10 Service: 10/10…read moreAmbiance: 7/10 Price: 8/10 If I'm here on the east side of San Jose, Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu is my go-to for sugarcane juice. Enter through the front entrance of the Grand Century Mall, turn left and make your way down the hall to the food court. Among the colorful array of food shops, is a bright green shop that is Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu where a silvery machine to the left is seen squeezing out sugarcane juice! I shouldn't say that I hate carrots -- that's unbecoming of me -- but I strongly dislike carrots. This is one of the only ways I would enjoy carrots: nuoc mia ca-rot! I rarely order anything else from here but I would encourage you to explore their menu and come back for more! Nuoc mia ca-rot has a wonderful blend of mild earthiness of the carrot and the grassy undertones of sweetness from the sugarcane. It takes the edge off of what would otherwise be a very sweet drink! I would much prefer nuoc mia over boba milk tea (particularly on hot, summer days!). Sugarcane juice is a bit pricey here, but I chalk it up to this is a specialty shop just for nuoc mia which lends a certain nostalgia for Vietnam. There are versions of the drink here that you can't get anywhere else. If you want to experience a taste of Vietnamese culture, Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu is a great place to start! Try them out!

This is honestly one of my fave spots for nước mía (sugarcane juice) in San Jose. It's located…read moreinside the food court at Grand Century Mall. Ninh Kieu is pretty well-known for their fresh pressed sugarcane juice (made when you order!!) and also got a bunch of specialty healthy juice combos. I went on a Saturday around lunch time and it wasn't too busy, waited like 5 mins for two drinks. My all-time go-to is the OG sugarcane juice with kumquat... soooo refreshing, sweet with that little citrus kick, just hits every time. I also brought my bestie with me and it was her first time trying sugarcane juice ever, and she loves strawberry so I got her that flavor... tell me why she got OBSESSED. She literally finished the whole thing in 30 mins and was still talking about it 2 days later saying she was craving it again lol. Price is pretty average compared to other spots, nothing crazy, but the quality is always consistent and fresh which I appreciate.

I'm a huge fan of Uju's which is a super cute small mom and pop boba shop. I've always been a fan…read moreof toppings and this place is a dream come true. They have a variety of toppings that you can choose from or you can do their full toppings which includes a little bit of everything. I've tried multiple drinks before but my favorite has to be the green Thai tea. It's super creamy and strong as well. They also have a variety of snacks that look super delicious but I haven't tried just yet. The customer service here is also so amazing. They're super patient with everyone that comes in and quick to support if you need any help or adjustments.

The jasmine milk tea with full toppings was okay. The jasmine flavor was subtle, and it tasted like…read moreI was drinking milk. If you're someone who likes a strong tea base, this might feel like a let down. What I did enjoy were the toppings. There's a variety to choose from, and I like how they have different shapes with a bouncy texture. The toppings are also cute, especially the paws.

FLAVOR (5/5): They're always launching new drinks to keep their menu interesting! Love their non…read morecaffeinated options and it always tastes so refreshing here. INSTAGRAM WORTHY (5/5): Interior design here is simple but so thoughtful. The girls love this spot for a hangout because it's spacious but beautiful. SERVICE (5/5): Workers here are so kind and helpful! Definitely let you chat away and a plus for being open late! TAKEAWAY: The have outlets in some seats so definitely can get some work done here. Great drinks and lots of parking in the area!

First time here and ordered in the iPad and got the Matcha Brown Sugar Pearl Latte with Organic Oat…read moreMilk + Crystal Boba & Jasmine Green Tea + Organic Whole Milk with Honey Boba. Less sweet/25% sugar for both. You can also order at the front desk as well. Love the interior with the plants. Couple of seatings and tables around. There's one unisex bathroom. Only waited about 5 minutes for the drinks and enjoyed the drink there. Both drinks were good, but I think the matcha one could have been a bit better with a bit more sweetness? And the Jasmine Milk tea one, I could have done it without sugar and more ice - it was still sweet to me. Maybe cause I'm so sensitive to caffeine. I liked the crystal boba more than the honey boba. There's a free parking lot connected to their markets.

Wonderful experience at HEYTEA for the first time - we ordered on the kiosk and it was easy (with…read morephotos, so you know what you are ordering). Prices are normal and what you would expect of a trendy boba spot. Love the aesthetic of this shop. Everything was clean and they had a ton of workers so even though at one point, they had 50+ beverages to make, the order didn't take longer than 15 minutes to come out. Beverage was so yummy - I tried the guava drink and it was refreshing. I would highly recommend this spot!

9/12/26 Come at…read moreopening or just shortly after! No wait! Best time ever to order! Beverages are consistent and service, ambiance is always on point!

All of the drinks were solid, especially the guava matcha & hojicha! They had the perfect amount of…read moresweetness while still keeping the matcha and hojicha flavors bold. I felt like the blueberry matcha was a bit bitter for me, and it could've used a bit more cream. I loved how pretty all the layers looked, and the store itself was super cute too!

Ordered the double blueberry tea with boba…read more Tea was very refreshing. Strong blueberry flavor and the foam was light/sweet, really complimented the drink well. Boba was on the firmer side and could've tasted sweeter/be softer.