As usual the owner SUPER friendly, I usually never know what I want but I also don't want to be a basic boba guy. The owner asked you want me to pick something for you? Me: yes, run it! The owner: any substitutes? Me: nope just how you make it. The owner: I like that I got a white chocolate tahini, Slightly nutty flavor, it has a kind of hot coco on ice type of taste. Can't quite explain it. We dropped by right before Thanksgiving, They are planning a remodel during the holiday. I look forward to the new and improved. read more

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I've been wanting to try one of those instant ramen spots where you cook it yourself and add whatever toppings you like. It's a pretty unique experience at a reasonable price. Not something I'd do all the time, but it's a cool concept--especially if you want to try instant ramen varieties you've never had before. The staff was super friendly, and they had a good selection of ramen to choose from. The toppings selection was decent, though nothing too crazy. We ended up getting a combo (10% off if you order a drink + ramen + toppings) and spent only $23 total for two ramens, a few toppings, and a drink. As for quality--well, it's exactly what you'd expect: instant ramen! The sides were pretty good, and the drink we had was tasty overall. I love the concept, and it's something fun to do every once in a while. It's not top-of-the-line food, but you get a unique experience while enjoying your favorite instant ramen flavors. read more

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At first we came to this plaza for a family dinner next door and we noticed a new place opened up with big bold words that say "BOBA". We decided to check it out after discussing as a group to maybe get a drink since we were going to wait for our dinner to arrive anyways. Upon entering the place it's very clean, bright and vibrant, adorable decor of chibi animals drinking boba, and organized set of packaged noodles with ramen cooking machines. I've never seen one before so it's my first time seeing one in person and they have 4 of them! I've heard some places on LA have shops like this but that's a bit far for me to try packaged ramen. They serve ramen of your choice at $6 and you have toppings to add as well. Since we came for drinks I ordered a milk tea with boba at half sweet, large. The drinks start at $5 and as you customize it, it'll itemize your customizations such as toppings or a size up. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, super helpful when we asked questions and they can also accommodate groups if you call them to plan ahead. They have seating tables of 2 chairs each and encourage people to come to study and enjoy a drink/ramen. They have a unisex restroom as well. Very casual and super fun place to try and will come back to use that ramen machine! read more

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A small but cute spot for boba, snacks, and bowl ramen. Decided to check this place out over a weekend. It's cozy as a place to hang out! The owner is super nice, and they've been opened for just a few short months. I ordered a classic milk tea, and it was a solid choice. read more

Boba & Eats - Dining Area - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

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I found this place during my lunch break. My original intent was to go to another eatery nearby, but they were crowded and I was short on time. That said, I walked into this little place -- that, per others -- is new. The "vibe" is fresh, bright, clean yet inviting. What I appreciated is that it very much lends itself to taking selfies (very much, a thing these days) and will support their ability to self-promote. The drink menu was diverse, featuring milk teas, Vietnamese coffees, and smoothies with flavors such as ube, mango, and more. The owners were super supportive and friendly. Initially, I was only going to order a drink and go someplace else for food, BUT the novelty of the ramen bar drew me in. Not unlike Korean or Japanese mini-mart / snack stores, at Boba & Eats you can select your own ramen and cook it there using their handy hot water stations and heat tolerant paper bowls. Additionally, the owners have add-ins (i.e. spam, spouts, hard-boiled egg, American cheese, and others) that you can purchase to compliment your soup. For the first time, I caved into my curiosity about American cheese IN ramen -- I will not turn back! The melted cheese added a creamy dimension to the broth with no residue of "cheesiness" -- love, love! The price point was comfortable (I think my grand total for the drink and ramen was about $10). One miiiight say, "Why pay more for a ramen packet and hot water that you can "just" get at the market?" My response is you're paying for the novel experience of preparation and enjoyment.... I alllllllmost felt like I was in a k-pop rom com :) I appreciated the diverse ramen flavor offerings, styles and spice level. I wonder if there's a way that they can label the rows with: "spicy", "extra spicy", etc for ease of access? I imagine this business will attract local students in the area and this will be good for them once school starts. I will be back for another Vietnamese coffee in the near future -- it tasted great and gave me great energy! read more

Boba & Eats - My lunch: Vietnamese coffee with boba and "Jin" mild flavored ramen with spam and American cheese - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

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My favorite place to grab boba! You MUST try their ube sticky rice. They have so many fun ramen options. The ice cream is good too! Service is always friendly. We have monthly book club here! read more

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Another boba shop on this part of town? Hell yeah. Reviews are for the drinks! I stopped by since I live in t area and frequently go to this specific plaza a lot for banking and tacos. This is a new addition to this strip mall and can probably feed a bunch of hungry high schoolers across the street. Came by to buy me and my sisters some drinks on my way home. I was immediately greeted by the owner, Hong, and he's all about making connections within the community. He was really pleasant to talk to while I waited for drinks. He already has some regulars coming in already, so this is a good sign that they're doing something right. Mango green tea was perfect and passes the "not too sweet" test. Sisters loved their milk tea and strawberry slush! I don't eat instant noodles often, but I'll probably give it a try sometime in the future. Their noodle stuff is inspired by the same ones you see in S. Korea. Store itself is spacious and clean with a lot of seating. I can see myself returning :) read more

Walked in for the first time today after countertop shopping in the area. Apparently this place just opened here and it did not disappoint!! It's like a snack cafe you see in kdramas. They have a station to cook your ramen with easy to follow instructions and lots of ramen choices. I had their strawberry matcha latte and peach tea with boba- super delicious and refreshing! We also had chicken wings which were hot and juicy and sticky mango rice. The service was friendly and quick! We met the owner who was friendly and staff were also very friendly and helpful. They play kpop in the background which gives it a chill but fun ambiance. Definitely coming back! read more

Boba & Eats - Ramen bar - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Cozy spot with afforable pricing & kind staff! Found this shop while running errand, super friendly owner and staff! I tried the mango green tea (less sweet), they include lime slices in fruit teas. I'm impressed by the tea flavor of this small shop, I dislike drying bitter tasting teas. Their cookies and sweets are a must-try Loved the ramen wall with tons of options! This visit brought back a wave of nostalgia for me. I used to work/manage at a boba shop in El Monte during my college years, and being here reminded me of the joy of helping a small family business grow. It's heartwarming to see that same passion and care in this place read more

Boba & Eats - ramen wall- there's 2 other sections as well - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Place just opened and we stopped by to give it a try. The place is cute, simple, and modern with incredibly friendly staff. They have a small seating area with some outlets available. The menu is simple, but all their drinks have been delicious. The smoothies are creamy and taste of fresh fruit, the strawberry matcha had delicious chunks of strawberries puree in it, and the coffee was the right amount of strong. They have multiple stations to cook instant noodles in along with a variety to choose from. They also have toppings ranging from $0.50 to $1.50. They also have multiple dessert options, like halo halo and brownies, that look amazing. They serve Fossilman's Ice Cream which is one of my local favorites! read more

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The employees were very welcoming and helpful. It was very cool to make my own ramen. The owner was very helpful and welcoming to us despite being our first time. Inside was very clean and the ambience was very nice. BTW you get 10% off if you get a drink with your ramen!!! Come get your discount before it's gone. read more

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We came to try out Boba & Eats after seeing the great review. A Ramen place you choose from many ramen packages and topping, then you cook it yourself at the ramen cooking station. I liked it alot, owner was super nice, he show us all the how's as it was our first time there, we also tried their finger food, my son loved the egg rolls. We will definitely coming back. read more

Very friendly staff! Make your own ramen w/ multiple toppings available! Coffee, boba, ice cream and treats available read more

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A place I wish existed back when I was i high school, cuz it's got all the craves. They have a good selection of drinks, but I found myself drawn to the Halo Halo (which was delicious). Overall a great place to chill out at. read more

Boba & Eats - Halo Halo - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

I wanted dessert after lunch but my kids didn't. Made them walk over to this place just for a drink. Well we walked out with 2 drinks ..thai Iced tea, iced Vietnamese coffee and the 3 color dessert. The drinks were perfect as they were not too sweet and not tanic. The place is real cute. Love make your ramen bar. The owner and staff were very nice a you can tell they appreciated our business. We will definitely be back. As a matter of fact 11 of us will be meeting for lunch in the next few weeks at the same plaza. You betcha I'm dragging the entire group there after lunch! ....only bad tbing.. Parking can be a challenge read more

They have simple quick Eats that'll satisfy your immediate cravings. A wide variety of drinks from coffee to boba. The place is well lit and clean with very friendly staff. read more

Our first time here, but as soon as we walked in we were greeted with warm, welcoming smiles and kindness. They helped explain how everything works and even helped with explaining the menu to us as well. The drinks we got along with the ramen we ate were amazing and excellent quality. Not only that, but everything inside is very clean and organized making this spot a perfect place to study and grab a quick bite. Would definitely come back to this place again just to chill and grab drinks. 10/10 experience. read more

Boba & Eats - Chapagetti and Buldak Carbonara - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Our new favorite boba shop! My daughters and I loved the vibe of the place! The make your own ramen was such a cute and unique experience for my girls! We love cool spots like this! The owner was so kind and helpful he gave us samples and helped the girls with their ramen. Can't say enough about this place and I'll be visiting again soon! Thank you! read more

This spot is so good! I tried their taro boba, spam musubi, lumpia and ube mango sticky rice. It was really good and tasty. The customer service is amazing too! They have this really cool diy Ramen section too. The vibe is really cool and cute too! read more

Boba & Eats - Lumpia and fries! Bomb - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

First time, welcome to El Monte. Very clean, very welcoming (Ming),very helpful with the menu. I try the number 4 and number 5 off the top 8 drinks list, also a cookie, so far so good. Don't forget reward card. Recommendations: keep prices reasonable... read more

Boba & Eats - Raman Bar - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

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Really love this new boba and eats spot! They have the best mix of comfort and craving foods -- ramen, boba, nachos and cheese, Hot Cheetos with cheese, Musubi, and more. The service is also extremely friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Definitely my new go-to place when I'm craving something good! Enjoyed the music too! read more

I had such an amazing experience! The owner and atmosphere were amazing. I will definitely come here again, everything was so delicious. The boba and coffee were fresh and the area was so clean. Everything was explained on how it works and it was a nice hangout spot. You should give it a try :) read more

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Amazing drinks and food!! Everyone was so nice and the environment was great, definitely recommend read more

Boba & Eats - Amazing!! Love the service - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Love the experience! Such a cute little date idea! It's clean and they have a lot of noodle options and topping options! Service is great too! read more

Service was amazing, ambiance was so cute and cozy! Had a very pleasant time and the staff was splendid. The food was great and I love the fun concept of this place. read more

Boba & Eats - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Taro smoothie was perfect :) & my daughter got the cookies and cream ice cream she loved as well!

Absolutely amazing vibes here! Owner is very kind and you could tell he takes pride in his store and cares for his customers. Drinks are amazing too! read more

A very friendly family owned shop. I got a large mango smoothie which tastes like the Philippine mango, which tastes amazing. I love that they gave me extra mango smoothie since I asked for boba! read more

Boba & Eats - Mango Smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

Really great service! Really welcoming environment the matcha latte is sooo good! Definitely recommend . read more

Boba & Eats - Bubble Tea Near Me - El Monte, California

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10/10 yasss honey. Make sure you get the loaded hot dogs, loaded ramen, masubi, and smoothie! read more

I had the yogurt bowl and it was so good. Fruits are fresh and tasty. Very affordable. Their drinks are also really delicious with the boba! Highly recommended! 10 out 10!!!​ read more

Great place for tea in area. Customer service was good. Will be back soon to try other item.

Great coffee with great customer service. Love the concept of being able to buy ramen with coffee. Also, have tables so I was able to study for a few tables. read more

Not many places have great boba drinks while satisfying your instant noodle cravings! I was caught by surprise because they have a wide variety of instant noodles with the choice of cooking using hot water or stir fry option. I chose hot water, but would try stir fry next time whenever I come back. Their fruit drinks were tasty and had more flavor than other typical fruit tea places. The owner and staff were very friendly and even offered a sample of their famous Vietnamese coffee, which was delectable. They are a family owned store that also helps out the local communities and school. Would definitely support them and recommend it! read more

The food was amazing and tasty. The service was excellent and the people were very nice. The ambiance is super aesthetic and cute, definitely recommend coming here! read more

Customer service was great, nicest people ever! The food was good I loved the boba, and the place is really cute in general.

Family owned, small shop. They are trying a new concept here which is refreshing. Very attentive to customer feedback and value customer satisfaction. Very new, first time shop owners and workers so it's under stable that not everything is perfect but they are trying! read more

Five stars. Costumer service is good and food is good as well. Love the vietnamese coffee and ube mango sticky rice.