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this is a chain, but i think it's only local to the bay so reviewing anyways. lots of people but service was quick. you don't interact with anyone and everything is done on a screen. lowkey hate when places do that because i like human interaction lol. the strawberry matcha was beautiful prior to mixing. i actually really enjoyed this matcha and im usually not too much of a matcha fan. it's a bit sweeter than a lot of other matches while still tasting authentic. the espresso milk tea really wasn't that great. it tasted watered down and the coffee wasn't very great. the strawberry jasmine tea had a subtle flavor and was sooo refreshing. i really enjoyed it. the boba itself was yum and a good texture.
My family loves the Boba tea at Boba Guys! Been to a few of their locations, and today we tried this one in San Carlos. We had our usual - the Strawberry Fields because my daughter loves it. It was good as always but felt a tad watered down today. Wish they put more milk than water/ice. Still, quite enjoyable. The ordering process is straightforward, the service was super quick, and the vibes are cozy and casual. Definitely recommend.
I tried their Strawberry Matcha Latte once and could not stop thinking about it so when I was craving it again, I decided to go on a quick boba run to get my fix. I usually get it with boba and the total comes out to around $7.50. Service has been great and my drink comes out within a few minutes. When I went, there was no line so we were in and out within 5 minutes.
Was driving through San Carlos so I decided to order a Korean Banana Milk drink online for pick up. Order was ready by the time I arrived and I was able to easily grab and go. Taste was pretty in line with other Boba Guys I've been to, though the fresh banana taste was definitely more prevalent this time. For some reason, the drink did feel a bit grainy compared to other times I've had it, but it didn't make me dislike it.
I have come to this location a couple of times, and a few days ago, I tried one of their seasonal drinks! I ordered the Mango Sticky Rice. I love the mango sticky rice dessert at Thai restaurants, so I thought I'd give the drink a try. It was super delicious and refreshing with the mango puree and the purple sticky rice! It definitely reminded me of the Thai dessert. Wish they would have this year round; it was so good! Definitely recommend this drink! Service wasn't bad. We ordered our drinks at the kiosk and got our drinks in 10 min. They also sell Boba Guys merchandise there, and other baked goods and snacks from other vendors. There are a few tables and chairs to sit at.
You know, as a boba enjoyer, it did take me QUITE some time to try out the Boba Guys. To be fair this is the first time that I didn't see the line super fisted out the door and during a surprising time when it was still open. I ordered online so that I can pick up my order when I got there. I think they were short staffed since it took a bit over 10 minutes to pick up my drink from the time estimate, but no biggie. Kinda sucked though that most of the cute merchandise was already sold out and so were the more popular drinks and snacks (cookies, etc.). This also included a large chunk of their seasonal menu unfortunately and this was just around lunch time too, so maybe it's a stock shortage overall. Oh well. We got the: 1) Classic Black Tea: -We got this 0% sweet with coconut milk substitute. -It was a bit more watered down than I would have liked and I'm assuming its either the coconut milk sub or the tea standing alone but it was a bit too sour for my taste, in terms of how milk teas go. 2) Black Sugar Hojicha Latte: -I got this with their Kuromitsu boba. It definitely has a strong black sugar taste to it and the consistency of the boba was alright, a bit softer than what I would prefer. -Decent roasted taste and before mixing it's very aesthetically pleasing. -Nothing too drastically different from other hojicha drinks that I've had in the past. 3) Red Velvet White Rabbit Candy Cookie: -I had to remind the cashier to bring this out, but they're ready made and it's one of the few special cookies that were still in stock. -You can't really taste the White Rabbit candy but it's overall a nice red velvet cookie. -I like the sweetened, crunchy sugary edges and it's nice for pictures since it comes with the White Rabbit candy wrapper. It's neat that their straws are compostable. Overall not bad but not a boba place that I'd line up for or explicitly seek out.
Todays experience was a 5/5 star. The girl who made my drink was super nice, and we were talking about my tattoos while she made my drink. I meant to ask for her name, but another customer came in. Her genuine kindness made my drink taste better today. Boba guys is a hit or miss for me. Sometimes my drink tastes bitter. But for the most part it's pretty good. I don't like that they usually tell me to order off the machine. Like they're too busy to help me. It's on the pricey side. I didn't realize it was $7.50 for my strawberry matcha latte
Mmmm. Boba Guys. Good quality boba tea. Consistently serving great drinks and amazing service. Been a fan for years but this location was conveniently across the street from the parking lot, so we stop by for to go drinks before heading back to our car. If you're new to Boba Guys... they are well known for their matcha lattes. My personal favorite is the strawberry matcha. Seasonal specials are also good - the black sesame latte. The Ube latte, thai tea, & HK milk tea are also on our rotation. For those that want something light and refreshing, fruit frescas are the way to go. Price point is reasonable. Give it a try!
So excited a milk tea place in San Carlos. Been to the one in Palo Alto. Good location. Ordered Hong Kong milk tea and was just OK. My wife ordered Rose milk tea and said it was plain. Will try again with some other items on the menu. Rating is a work in progress. Will come back.
1 month ago
I stopped by on a weekay afternoon. The place was not busy. Strawberry matcha latte was my favorite item here. Korean banana milk was my other drink. That was really good as well. I was disappointed that they dont have a restroom for their customers. read more
1 month ago
this is a chain, but i think it's only local to the bay so reviewing anyways. lots of people but service was quick. you don't interact with anyone and everything is done on a screen. lowkey hate when places do that because i like human interaction lol. the strawberry matcha was beautiful prior to mixing. i actually really enjoyed this matcha and im usually not too much of a matcha fan. it's a bit sweeter than a lot of other matches while still tasting authentic. the espresso milk tea really wasn't that great. it tasted watered down and the coffee wasn't very great. the strawberry jasmine tea had a subtle flavor and was sooo refreshing. i really enjoyed it. the boba itself was yum and a good texture. read more
1 year ago
My family loves the Boba tea at Boba Guys! Been to a few of their locations, and today we tried this one in San Carlos. We had our usual - the Strawberry Fields because my daughter loves it. It was good as always but felt a tad watered down today. Wish they put more milk than water/ice. Still, quite enjoyable. The ordering process is straightforward, the service was super quick, and the vibes are cozy and casual. Definitely recommend. read more
1 year ago
I tried their Strawberry Matcha Latte once and could not stop thinking about it so when I was craving it again, I decided to go on a quick boba run to get my fix. I usually get it with boba and the total comes out to around $7.50. Service has been great and my drink comes out within a few minutes. When I went, there was no line so we were in and out within 5 minutes. read more
2 years ago
Was driving through San Carlos so I decided to order a Korean Banana Milk drink online for pick up. Order was ready by the time I arrived and I was able to easily grab and go. Taste was pretty in line with other Boba Guys I've been to, though the fresh banana taste was definitely more prevalent this time. For some reason, the drink did feel a bit grainy compared to other times I've had it, but it didn't make me dislike it. read more
2 years ago
I have come to this location a couple of times, and a few days ago, I tried one of their seasonal drinks! I ordered the Mango Sticky Rice. I love the mango sticky rice dessert at Thai restaurants, so I thought I'd give the drink a try. It was super delicious and refreshing with the mango puree and the purple sticky rice! It definitely reminded me of the Thai dessert. Wish they would have this year round; it was so good! Definitely recommend this drink! Service wasn't bad. We ordered our drinks at the kiosk and got our drinks in 10 min. They also sell Boba Guys merchandise there, and other baked goods and snacks from other vendors. There are a few tables and chairs to sit at. read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
You know, as a boba enjoyer, it did take me QUITE some time to try out the Boba Guys. To be fair this is the first time that I didn't see the line super fisted out the door and during a surprising time when it was still open. I ordered online so that I can pick up my order when I got there. I think they were short staffed since it took a bit over 10 minutes to pick up my drink from the time estimate, but no biggie. Kinda sucked though that most of the cute merchandise was already sold out and so were the more popular drinks and snacks (cookies, etc.). This also included a large chunk of their seasonal menu unfortunately and this was just around lunch time too, so maybe it's a stock shortage overall. Oh well. We got the: 1) Classic Black Tea: -We got this 0% sweet with coconut milk substitute. -It was a bit more watered down than I would have liked and I'm assuming its either the coconut milk sub or the tea standing alone but it was a bit too sour for my taste, in terms of how milk teas go. 2) Black Sugar Hojicha Latte: -I got this with their Kuromitsu boba. It definitely has a strong black sugar taste to it and the consistency of the boba was alright, a bit softer than what I would prefer. -Decent roasted taste and before mixing it's very aesthetically pleasing. -Nothing too drastically different from other hojicha drinks that I've had in the past. 3) Red Velvet White Rabbit Candy Cookie: -I had to remind the cashier to bring this out, but they're ready made and it's one of the few special cookies that were still in stock. -You can't really taste the White Rabbit candy but it's overall a nice red velvet cookie. -I like the sweetened, crunchy sugary edges and it's nice for pictures since it comes with the White Rabbit candy wrapper. It's neat that their straws are compostable. Overall not bad but not a boba place that I'd line up for or explicitly seek out. read more
Todays experience was a 5/5 star. The girl who made my drink was super nice, and we were talking about my tattoos while she made my drink. I meant to ask for her name, but another customer came in. Her genuine kindness made my drink taste better today. Boba guys is a hit or miss for me. Sometimes my drink tastes bitter. But for the most part it's pretty good. I don't like that they usually tell me to order off the machine. Like they're too busy to help me. It's on the pricey side. I didn't realize it was $7.50 for my strawberry matcha latte read more
Mmmm. Boba Guys. Good quality boba tea. Consistently serving great drinks and amazing service. Been a fan for years but this location was conveniently across the street from the parking lot, so we stop by for to go drinks before heading back to our car. If you're new to Boba Guys... they are well known for their matcha lattes. My personal favorite is the strawberry matcha. Seasonal specials are also good - the black sesame latte. The Ube latte, thai tea, & HK milk tea are also on our rotation. For those that want something light and refreshing, fruit frescas are the way to go. Price point is reasonable. Give it a try! read more
So excited a milk tea place in San Carlos. Been to the one in Palo Alto. Good location. Ordered Hong Kong milk tea and was just OK. My wife ordered Rose milk tea and said it was plain. Will try again with some other items on the menu. Rating is a work in progress. Will come back. read more
This review is not indicative of Boba guys in general just the drink that I got today. Fortunately I decided to try something new on the seasonal menu. The mango sticky rice. And theory it sounded delicious. However it did not meet the mark that it intended to be. Overall, the drink tasted just like sweet milk and nothing else. It came with manual purée, but it did not taste like much after mixing. I enjoyed the rice part of the drink, however others may not. The rice itself was enjoyable. Let it be a less to myself to stray from the original menu. In the future, I will stick to the basics and what I know that is enjoyable and solid at the Boba guys. I recommend the spot and will be back however, I do not recommend a specific mango sticky rice drink. It would be better if it tasted like mango and a little bit less sweet. read more
2 years ago
Andrew and team make the best quality boba teas anywhere. They only use the finest ingredients which sets Boba Guys above the rest! read more
A Bay Area boba icon! While not my go-to, I do find myself coming back to Boba Guys if I'm in the area because of their interesting drink combinations. I recommend ordering online for pick up, but if you walk in, you can either order at the register or at an iPad kiosk. The black sugar hojicha latte and black sesame, which are the two I get the most, are the most reliable. For the pandan caramel matcha, I wish the sugar level could be adjusted because it was too sweet, even after thoroughly mixing. The Hong Kong milk tea tasted a bit watery and not creamy enough. The lychee oolong has unfortunately been sold out the past few times I've visited, but I've been eyeing it for a while now. The boba texture is inconsistent though. One day, it'll be pretty good and bouncy, and another day, it'll be hard. Overall, I appreciate their creativity, but the execution is more like a 3.5/5. read more
Depending on day of the week, this spot in San Carlos can get pretty busy. Today was a gem with only one customer in front of us. Grab a drink while meandering through the amazing shops on Laurel. Boba Guys puts out consistent and flavorful drinks showing their mastery. Our staples are the refreshing Strawberry Jasmine and Hibiscus - double boba of course! Bonus, joined the loyalty program and got 25% off my order. read more
4 years ago
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Found this gross thing coming up the straw from my hibiscus tea. A piece of twisty plastic in the shape of a chicken bone? I won't be back. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Decided to try the Sapin Sapin drink. I am a fan of coconut, ube and jack fruit so why not? Unfortunately I could only taste jackfruit. I tastes like the syrup that comes in a jarred jackfruit. There were chunks of jackfruit that made the drink have an almost gritty taste. Id finish the drink but wouldn't order again. My boyfriend got the thai cold brew drink. The cold brew was a little over powering so if youre looking for something strong Id recommend. You get a hint of thai tea flavor. read more
4 years ago
I've been wanting to try Boba Guys for the longest so we made a pit stop for some caffeine. We got there maybe around 11:30am and there was no line! I got the strawberry matcha with boba and my husband got the strawberry matcha with almond jelly. Waited about 5 minutes for our drinks and we were out of the door! BUT I saw they had a Halloween bucket out for display and was curious.....super surprised to see full sized Kit Kat bars! That made my day. Would come back! The drink itself was pretty good! A little sweeter than I normally prefer but I don't think there's any way to adjust the sweetness with the strawberry matcha. Boba was a nice chewy texture. I tried the almond jelly and that was pretty good on its own! read more
Some solid boba! Idk why I keep ordering funky specialty drinks and then kinda regret it haha but it's my fault I guess. I got some coffee mint one and kind of just tasted like plain cold brew with mint. The boba was delicious as always. Next time I'll for sure just order something normal and we'll see haha. Also, make sure to order from their little kiosk in the corner to skip the line. Drinks: 6/10 Service: 5/10 Vibes: 5/10 Value: 5/10 read more
These Boba Guys are smart and the crew know their stuff. I love iced tea, but not milky tea and I am neutral on boba.. The staff always steers me right in terms of cafeine, sweetness level etc. Today, for example,I tried the Straeberry Jasmine and even though the menu says that they can not adjust the sweetness level and I do not like super sweet, they added extra jasmine tea and less strawberry and it was perfect. My sister got her go - to black tea, unsweetened with oat milk. I adored mine, but the hibiscus mint 1/4 sweet is still my favorite. When I want an indulgent treat but don't want to splurge on desset, this is sooo sayifying. The staff is adorable and very professional! read more
Special mention for the service here. The person let me try a little bit of one so that I could decide between two. You can't go wrong with blueberry corn or ube latte. The corn flavor was subtle (good or bad, depending on what you're looking for), and the cardamom and coconut milk in the ube latte were tasty. And they let me use the restroom even though it said it was for employees only (I asked if there were any public restrooms nearby, and they volunteered their bathroom, which I appreciated). Solid drinks that hit the spot, and great customer service! read more
4 years ago
Boba guys is okay. There's definitely better boba spots. The teas taste watered down. The drinks are still warm sometimes. That's why the drink is probably watered down because the ice melted. The boba is somewhat hard and not chewy. read more
Yummy drinks and digital drink menu. Love that there flexibility/options with milk. Not a ton of seating but can always sit outside at one of the spots downtown. Service was quick as the digital kiosk was being used and the guy up front helped me. read more
I really appreciate the fact that Bona guys has decaf boba and non dairy options. While most traditional boba places have non dairy creamer, hardly any have decaf. I'm somewhat uniquely sensitive to caffeine so Boba Guy's menu choices make it so I can still enjoy boba (and the actually boba pearls were well cooked and tasty.) However - the key to having these menu options is execution - I'm writing this review perched on the throne at home with a tummy ache because somewhere along the line, someone decided not to make either of my drinks with the requested oat milk. Now, I don't have a real allergy, there is no anaphylaxis or anything like that - I just can't digest it and get gastrointestinal issues from it... and I have those in spades thanks to this mistake. Also, I put in the order online from the sidewalk which is a convenient option except my friend ordered a drink in person 15 min after I ordered and I joked, "Wouldn't it be funny if your order came out first?" And... of course, to make the punchline - indeed his order came out first. Like I said, I appreciate the choices and would have loved to give a better review but this visit was Not Good. read more
2 years ago
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872 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
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When does the chai boba comeback in season?
Chai is a fall/winter seasonal drink, so likely in October or November.
Do you sell the boba kits in store?
Does this place still sell hibiscus mint tea?
Yes, hibiscus mint is permanently on the menu at boba guys.
What's this store's current hours as of rn?
Monday-Friday: 12pm-5pm Saturday and Sunday:Closed Found it on the location page of the boba guys…
Is the tea nice and strong, or can I order the tea stronger?
It depends on which tea you're ordering, if you order the matcha latte you can ask for a full shot or extra shot and it will cost $1 more for this one in particular but other teas can't be modified.
Is this location open yet? If not, what date does it open?
Soft opening as of right now Tuesday - Thursday 12-7pm and Grand opening June 17th 12-9 pm
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