Stopped in here on a whim, and I'm so glad that I did! I was intrigued by the sign outside advertising bamboo milk tea. The interior of the store is nice but small, with very limited seating (maybe 4-5 people at bar seating?). Ordering on the tablet was seamless and pretty quick, and our drinks came out in a matter of minutes. I ordered a small bamboo oolong oat milk tea, and my partner tried the perfume grape jasmine tea. Both were so good! The grape jasmine tea is tart and really fragrant, but not overwhelming or too sweet, as I'd feared. And the bamboo oolong oat milk tea was a high-quality milk tea with just a hint of the green, fresh taste of bamboo. Both drinks were so unique -- I love milk tea, and have never tasted these combos before. I thought the prices were also pretty fair for what you got. I'll definitely be back! I'm curious to try their mochi drink as well. read more

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2.5/5 I got the Guava Lemon Fruit Tea in this newly opened bubble tea shop in Chinatown. The guava flavor was very artificial tasting and the lemon fruit tea tasted watered down. Maybe it's not their best seller and I should've picked something else. read more

I ordered the hand poured rice mochi hot and with zero sugar. It was really good, especially with the taro. Y'all, this is was an excellent choice because the heat of the tea melted the mochi making it creamy and delicious to drink. Highly recommended! read more

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I needed something sweet to drink and decided to randomly try a place. This was a cute little shop next to the famous Chinatown Ice Cream Factory. I tried their Bamboo Oolong Kiwi Fruit tea with sage with less sugar. Even at less sugar it was quite sweet. The drink was very refreshing. I watched them crush a fresh kiwi before pouring my drink. The sago was ok if a little hard but next time I think I'll leave it out. It doesn't need it. The lady behind the counter was friendly and professional. read more

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This was actually way better and more unique than I expected. I got the hand pounded mochi drink. The mochi is hand pounded and so instead of it tasting super heavy, it was really soft and went down pretty easily. Mix your drink beforehand because I saved most of the taro for the end. The taro isn't taro powder but rather mashed yam, which im usually not a fan of. Thankfully they made the ratio really well so im not drinking a bunch of mashed yam. The taro was just added texture- not the basis of the drink. My rank: 1. Molly tea 2. Chi cha San chen and BeFine Cha 3. Hey Tea read more

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BeFine Cha 67 Bayard St. New York, NY 10013 Bamboo Oolong Kiwi Fruit Tea While the name may be unbelievably long, the taste was unbelievably refreshing. This beverage has large chunks of kiwi with a foamy top. You will definitely need a thicker straw to slurp all the goodness. The best part is chewing on the remaining fruit from the bottom of the cup. #befinecha #bamboooolong #KiwiFruitTea #chinatownnyc #chinatownlowermanhattan read more

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Instead of going my usual place, decided to stop this place since the new teas places has just gotten better. This is in the location of what used to be Yi Feng Tea. The place is simply decorated and with a limited menu. Done most drinks were tropical, decided to order the hand pulled mochi milk tea. The cashier took my order but appears to be uninterested. She finally took my order & we decided on the hand pulled mochi milk tea. It started with soft mochi, then fresh taro, milk tea, ice and end with foam. The price was comparable with other tea places. It took a short wait and we got our drink. It was different. The mochi was soft, the taro was natural and it was good milk tea. It was good but unusual. You would have to be in the mood to have it. But probably would not come back unless there's a craving. read more

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Blown away by how fresh the fruit teas are here! The guava drink is pretty unique because it has smashed guava inside. And they give you a lot of fruit! The place was pretty busy so we had to wait a bit for our drinks. But this will be my new go-to spot for bubble tea in Chinatown! read more

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Looks like a lot of bubble tea places are popping up around Mott and Bayard Street area! This one just opened up and I was amazed at how many bubble tea places opened from last year to now. What is interesting about this one is the signature drink, Bamboo Oolong Oat-milk tea that I do not find in other tea places. I tried this drink and got it in medium because the small size was like an 8 oz cup that big! With ice it would be water downed! The medium was a pretty standard size. Got it with one third sugar and less ice and the drink came out with a nice aroma. I sipped it and could taste the bamboo! The drink did not really taste like milk tea though. I could barely taste the oat-milk! It was very subtle. The drink tasted more like a fruit tea and when I finished the drink, it was still somewhat heavy so I decided to open the lid and saw 2 orange pieces! I did not realize that they inserted those orange slices into the drink. No wonder it was so fruity! It tasted like lychee to me the entire time I had the drink. BeFine Cha is also like other tea places with the straws that they use. It's a tiny straw with 3 holes for you to take tiny sips. I think they made the straw this way so you can enjoy the drink better instead of gulping it one shot! Anyways, the interior is very green and cozy! 3 wooden chairs by the window for sitting. They got thermal bags for large orders. If you just got one drink then they give you this slim, white plastic bag with the logo on it! Bubble tea places are now coming up with nice thermal bags that are reusable! So nice! read more

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A must-visit for refreshing and unique drinks that stand out from the crowd. Food (5/5) - The bamboo-flavored drinks are incredibly fresh, with a light, crisp taste you won't find elsewhere. Value (5/5) - Prices are fair for the quality and creativity you get. Service (5/5) - Friendly and quick read more

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Was nearby to eat some dimsum, and randomly saw their enticing sign for a guava drink so decided to try it. So glad I did! Love when random chance brings me to a new gem. Got the guava drink (with fresh guava smashed up inside) and their milk tea and both were so refreshing and not too sweet (which is the best Asian dessert compliment ifykyk). Quick and kind service, and clean interior with a couple seats inside to enjoy ur drinks. Perfect place to take a eating break in Chinatown! read more

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Walking Out Should Be Fine - A Hidden Gem for Tea Lovers BeFine Cha is a charming little tea spot that's definitely worth a visit. They offer a wide variety of unique teas, ranging from classic oolong milk tea to the refreshing grape jasmine tea. One of the best parts is that you can customize your drink, including the sugar level, to suit your taste. I ordered the grape jasmine tea with cheese foam--and it was such a pleasant surprise! It delivers a full grape experience that's both refreshing and bold. The combination with the cheese foam makes it a distinctive and memorable drink. I loved it! read more

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Was here for the grand opening weekend with the bogo sale. Got the mochi milk tea which tasted like pudding. The mochi was stringy chewy which wasn't bad. The place was a small shop. There was a line for opening weekend promotion. The staffs were nice. Overall, would try this place again! Drinks: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 read more

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Another tea shop to open in this crowded market space, so I had to see what made this brand unique, which was their Bamboo Oolong Tea ($6.39). Compared to Molly Tea, the fragrance is not overpowering. I also tried their Hand-Pounded Rice Mochi Milk Tea ($8), which was something unique I haven't seen on any other boba shop or tea shop menu. This is something I would get time and time again when I'm in the area. Looking forward to trying other menu items. read more

Came here during their opening week and when they had the BOGO (ended 5/26)! The line was long with a 30-45 minute wait, but it was worth it for the price! We tried - the original bamboo oolong tea (it was alright, I think i should of ordered regular sugar! the taste was very light so it was kinda bland) - hand pounded mochi drink (was delicious and had different textures which was fun! we literally heard them pounding that mochi in the back lol) - original kiwi fruit tea drink (my parents loved this drink! it's a bit tart but refreshing and it was clear that we're using fresh kiwi) Since it was BOGO, it was def worth the price! I would get it again but def have to be in the mood for it! read more

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Really good milk teas here! The most popular drink is the Bamboo Oolong Milk Tea which is not too sweet and has a good tea quality flavor. The cup design is also really cute. They are currently doing BOGO for their grand opening weekend, so it is busy right now but they have lots of workers! read more

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one of the newer boba spots that opened in Chinatown. At first I wasn't expecting much as Chinatown has so many boba spots already but this spot incorporates bamboo in their tea & that's exactly what we got lol. We ended up getting the kiwi bamboo oolong tea and it was surprisingly very refreshing! Fresh kiwi pieces and the drink itself wasn't too sweet and just felt pretty organic overall. Small to-go spot as there's only like 2 seats available. Same location as the prior boba spot that was there (yi fang) read more

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The signature hand-pounded rice mochi milk tea with taro was delicious and unique to this store. The hot version of this drink was perfect for a cold day. The order was quick and the item was made promptly. The store looks clean and bright. Recommended. read more

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Super cute shop with the panda and bamboo theme! It's small instead, but the staff are quick and nice. I got the bamboo oolong oat milk tea and it was delicious. Would definitely be back since the price and flavor were good. read more

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Stopped by after eating dinner nearby for a sweet treat. Lots of unique drinks on the menu that I want to come back and try. I ordered the Rice Mochi Milk Tea and it was so good! My friend got the Bamboo Oolong Milk Tea and the flavor was refreshing and light. There's not really any seating inside so enjoy the drink on the go. read more

BeFine Cha - Rice Mochi Milk Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

The panda and bamboo design of this place looked interesting so we decided to stop by to try their drinks. We got their signature Bamboo oolong oat milk tea and while I did enjoy it, it wasn't particularly memorable. The panda cup sleeve was cute and the service was fast and friendly but unfortunately that's not enough to make me want to come back. Would highly advise them to come up with a gimmick to attract more customers if they want to stay in business because Molly Tea is just a few stores down and still has a huge line out the door. read more

BeFine Cha - Bamboo oolong oat milk tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

We had attended as we just happened to be close by for dinner during the grand opening of the place. There was quite a bit of line of people. but staff got drinks ready fast. There is almost no ambience to be had cause the place is super small. The drink was okay. We got the mochi milk tea which I liked but I would say it was closer to drinking pudding. read more

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I order the signature hand pounded rice mochi milk tea and I was surprised of how much I enjoy it. Initially I asked to add boba, but they can't add boba to the drink itself. The cashier offers to add the boba to a separate cup instead, so I say no because I have never heard of boba on the side like a salad dressing?! After the first sip, I understand why boba is not necessary. The mochi itself tastes like melted boba and there is absolutely no space for any add ons. The tea flavor is quality and the new texture makes it very interesting. 10/10 would recommend read more

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Came here with friends during their grand opening weeks since they had a bogo deal. My friend got the strawberry which was refreshing without the foam. The chocolate one was okay. I got the hand pound mochi. Wasn't bad. But the texture of the mochi in the drink threw me off. It was thick and white like a little curdle feeling. Sooooo however I described this is how it is dirty mind and all. I don't think I'll be back. read more

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Highly recommend the bamboo oolong kiwi fruit tea if you are looking for a refreshing light drink! The bamboo has a subtle flavor that pairs well with the tart kiwi. The hand pounded rice mochi taro drink is very interesting - the mochi almost dissolves on your tongue. If you don't like boba because it requires too much chewing. Then the hand pounded rice mochi is for you! They offer free samples of their signature bamboo oolong milk tea outside their store. That also tastes really delicious! read more

We came here on a Sunday evening and there was no wait. Was excited to try the drinks and this place did not disappoint. I got the bamboo oolong milk tea and the hand pounded mochi milk tea. Both were delicious, smooth, and silky and the mochi milk tea had some taro bits. They do the mochi well here. Overall, I'd come back! There are only two seats and it's a small shop. read more

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I went to BeFine Cha and loved the panda and bamboo theme--super cute and cozy vibes. I tried the hand-pounded rice mochi milk tea, and it was delicious. You could taste the rice mochi, which had a soft, jelly-like texture and just the right amount of flavor. I also got the bamboo oolong milk tea, and you could taste the bamboo. It had a very clean and distinct flavor that worked well with the oolong. The shop itself is small, with only two seats facing the window, so it's not a place to hang out for long. We ordered at the counter, but it looked like they were having issues with their machine, so our drinks took a long time to come out. That was the only downside. Overall, the drinks were great, and I'd come back, especially for that rice mochi milk tea! Just hope the wait is shorter next time. read more

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Grand Opening! Waited in line and enjoyed the lion dancing. Was amongst the first customers and was able to get a cute magnet and panda bag. They are running a BOGO deal, so these drinks were super affordable. Bamboo Oolong Oatmilk Tea is reallyyyy good and unlike any other tea I've had before. Highly recommend stopping by and grabbing some drinks! read more

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BeFine Cha is a relatively new addition to the bustling boba scene in NYC's Chinatown, located just steps away from the iconic Chinatown Ice Cream Factory. Despite the high density of bubble tea options in the area, BeFine Cha stands out for its clean, modern setup and efficient service model. The staff were friendly and moved quickly, with drinks prepared in under five minutes. Like many other boba shops, they use a screen to display when orders are ready, making the pickup process smooth. Customization options for sweetness, ice, and toppings were also available. We tried the Jasmine Green Oat Milk Tea and the Bamboo Oolong Fruit Tea. The oat milk tea was decent, though the jasmine flavor was quite muted, overtaken by the oat milk base. Still, it was a pleasant drink. The standout, however, was the Bamboo Oolong Fruit Tea. It was a unique combination we hadn't seen elsewhere, and the pairing of bamboo and oolong offered a robust, earthy flavor that worked surprisingly well with the fruity notes. It's definitely a drink worth returning for. A strong new contender in the Chinatown boba scene, especially if you're looking for flavors that step outside the norm. read more

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This place is almost five stars, except that they fumble the execution a little bit. Basically, if you're getting the hot fresh taro drink, it's not going to be that hot. But if you warm it up, it's amazing. I came here around 7:30pm on a Monday night, and there was no line. The staff person didn't speak much English, but thankfully some random guy in the shop helped translate for us. We got a hot taro milk tea with cheese foam, brown sugar boba, at 50% sweetness. (Note: if I came back, I'd get the same drink with 30% sweetness). The drink was made quickly and came in a compostable cup with an adorable little... cat? shaped lid. The blended taro (fresh, not powdered!) was cold, so while my milk tea was hot, the drink rapidly cooled down. This wasn't a big deal to me, personally, because I wanted to go home and share the drink with my friend on her couch, but if I'd wanted to drink it immediately, I think it might not have been as good as it was when I brought it home and warmed it up in the microwave. Once the taro and tea were microwaved (NOT the boba), the drink was delicious. The boba was the perfect texture, the taro was properly blended, and the flavor was excellent. I'd definitely get this again. I was sad that the cheese foam layer had mixed in during our subway ride home, but other than that, I'd order this again, and heat it up to have again at home. read more

there is a new place, it is very healthy and looks so summer The service is very good read more

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I got the guava lemon tea. Not a lot of guava flavor. Not a lot of tea flavor either. Bad aftertaste as well. Kinda of watery tasting. Not very good at all, actually it's pretty bad. Hard pass. read more

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This place is unique for incorporating bamboo and oat milk into their drinks. Their drink is delicious and not too sweet. It's different than the other bubble tea places in Chinatown. I'll definitely try their other drinks on the menu read more

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I tried the hand-pounched rice mochi milk tea and it was amazing! The mochi added the perfect chewy texture. Not too sweet, just right. Will definitely order again read more

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Excellent bamboo flavor. Much nicer taste than other tea bands' bamboo copy. I know this is a eclectic flavor, so I really hope people will support and keep Befine tea alive read more

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Bamboo oolong kiwi fruit tea and bamboo oolong oat milk tea, so refreshing! First time trying something with bamboo. Toppings are on the side. Definitely worth a try on a hot day. read more

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New place on the block looks so good can't wait to try! My daughter and I love fruit drinks! read more

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Grape Jasmine Tea with cheese foam & Bamboo oolong kiwi fruit tea. Both very fresh and thirst quenching with real fruit and not too sweet. Recommend! read more

BeFine Cha - Grape Jasmine Tea with cheese foam & Bamboo oolong kiwi fruit tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Trying bamboo oolong oat milk tea at new tea place. Will update tonight taste once I drink it later read more

BeFine Cha - Bamboo oolong oatmilk tea size medium - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Very delicious drinks!! Unique flavors and kind staff. Service was efficient. Would recommend to my friends. Like the packaging read more

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