The Boba Monkey is a must try! It was more than just a tasty treat, it was a rich experience. I was treated with the highest level of hospitality and customer service. The owner even reopened after they already closed, just to take my order and deliver a very welcoming and enriching experience. I learned a great deal about the time, love, training, and cultural authenticity it takes to prepare each style of drink! I had been trying to catch them for a while so I was very excited and grateful. I started my Boba Monkey experience off with the Tropical Refresher. It was the perfect amount of sweet and refreshing for a hot San Diego day. This will be my go to spot for fresh authentic Boba drinks!. Boba Monkey is a must try! - Mr. Curry, CEO The Art Leadership Center Macknificent Freedom Fest Macknificentfreedomfest.com ** I wanted to post my drink, but unfortunately I finished it on my short walk home.. I will be sure to post it next time before I start drinking it, haha! read more

Amazing boba spot. The owner is the nicest. She's friendly and the customer service is top tier. I've been there twice in 1 week and will continue to go back.. the strawberry fresa with sparkling water and poppers is really good. read more

Amazing boba yea and I got the pleasure of meeting the very sweet ownerloved the small business vibe! highly recommend you stop by :) read more

Boba Monkey - Purple Passion Tea w/ Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Nice and friendly staff. I was unsure of what to order and they were happy to let me try a couple things. And, some flavorful squishy balls. I ended up ordering the Strawberry Fresca. It's made up of muddled strawberry, mint, sparkling water, and citrus juice. The citrus juice was sweet! Making the entire drink relatively sweet. They offered to remake it or adjust it but honestly I figured I could add more sparkling water making my drink last longer hehe. All in all ok. Wonderful service. Definitely something you have to be in mood for. Given the "refresher" was a miss I'm unlikely to visit anytime soon. read more

Boba Monkey - Hours: August 2026 - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Monkey Boba is amazing! The drinks are delicious, the service is outstanding, and the whole experience was fantastic. Le was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend Monkey Boba and will definitely be coming back! read more

Boba Monkey - Boba Monkey Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Dropped by here for the first time since it was the only boba tea stand for a few blocks. When we arrived, we were a dismayed to find a fully AI generated advertisement board recommending their Vietnamese Coffee on the sidewalk. It's a total eyesore. We still tried two of their menu items, the Banana Crème Coffee and Boba Monkey Milk tea. We paid extra to add boba to the drinks. Normally we order drinks half sweet since the boba adds a lot of sweetness, but these pearls had almost no taste at all! The coffee and tea was fine and I liked that they used condensed milk, but overall the drinks were just OK. read more

Omg! It's so hard to fine authentic and good boba! This was 5 star. Ordered their over the rainbow'. Great mochi texture and sweetness is a perfect balance that's why they don't have a sweetness chart! Drinks come out just perfect and just enough!! read more

Boba Monkey - Over the rainbow - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I cannot share enough incredible things about my experience at Boba Monkey. It truly was one of the most thoughtful, delicious, and memorable beverage experiences I've ever had. From the very beginning, I was blown away by the level of care and attention I received. The owner, Le, personally answered my call and guided me through the menu with a level of detail and warmth that immediately put me at ease. I have specific safety needs and allergies, and she handled everything with such grace and professionalism. She was clear, direct, and supported me through every action of the process without ever overwhelming me. What I deeply appreciated out most was how naturally she accommodated my needs. There wasn't a moment where I felt like an inconvenience. Instead, I felt genuinely cared for. Le's passion for her craft is unmistakable. She shared how she has studied flavors extensively, traveling to Vietnam and Taiwan to deepen her understanding of traditional techniques and flavor profiles. That dedication shines through in every sip. She explained how she carefully develops her own recipes, blending cultural influences with precision and creativity. Even the boba itself is made fresh every morning, which makes a huge difference. I can taste the quality, texture, and freshness immediately. I started with the taro milk tea (with almond milk due to my allergies), and it was absolutely phenomenal. The drink was luxuriously creamy with a silky, smooth texture that coated the palate in the most satisfying way. The taro flavor was rich and earthy with a subtle nuttiness, balanced by a gentle sweetness that never became overpowering. Just when it seemed like it might lean too sweet, the creaminess would round everything out perfectly, creating a beautifully harmonious flavor profile. Adding the boba elevated the experience even more. The pearls were soft yet chewy, with just the right amount of bounce, and carried a delicate sweetness that complemented the drink rather than competing with it. It was, without question, the best taro milk tea I've ever had. Next, I tried the "Over the Rainbow," and it was just as impressive in a completely different way. This drink was bright, vibrant, and incredibly refreshing. The tartness of the lemonade provided a crisp, zesty backbone, while the popping boba added bursts of sweetness that danced across the tongue. Each sip was layered and dynamic, cool, tangy, sweet, and slightly effervescent in feeling. Visually, it was stunning as well, with beautiful, shifting colors that made the experience feel almost magical. It was as much a feast for the eyes as it was for the taste buds. Both drinks were so good that I drank them down almost immediately! I didn't even think to take a photo! I even found myself savoring the melted ice afterward just to enjoy every last trace of flavor, which shares a lot about the quality and balance of the drinks. To top it all off, Analise, who helped me at checkout, was equally kind and accommodating. She continued the same level of care and attentiveness, making sure my safety needs were respected and that I felt comfortable throughout the entire experience. Boba Monkey has truly set a new standard for me. Between the exceptional quality of the drinks, the depth of flavor, the cultural authenticity, and the genuine kindness of the staff, this place is in a league of its own. If I could give them a billion stars, I absolutely would. Best drinks, best boba, and one of the best customer service experiences I've ever had. read more

This is a kiosk on a random corner next to a barber shop just west of I-15 in the Normal Heights neighborhood. I believe a previous bubble tea vendor operated out of this shack before Boba Monkey did. The menu offered iced coffee, matcha, milk tea, slushes, and specialty drinks in regular and large sizes. For a place with minimal overhead costs, the prices were high with a range from $6.50 to $8.50. Toppings were $1 or $2 apiece. From the list of five Milk Teas, I picked a large size of the first one which was the namesake Boba Monkey Milk Tea. I requested less ice, normal sugar, and the addition of boba pearls. The cup was a 20 oz serving, and the total was over $10 after tax and gratuity. I didn't find this milk tea to be anything more than ordinary. There wasn't a strong tea flavor, and the boba pearls were average for chewiness. You may also have to drive around the side streets before locating a curbside spot if the ones directly in front were occupied. For the quality and cost of the product I tried, I gave a generous three star rating for Boba Monkey. read more

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My cousin and I walked here from his house He saw it on the way home and wanted to go. There was a line when we arrived. So many other locals in the neighborhood walked here, excited about having our own boba place. It opened a week ago on 8/8 The owner Le, was so excited about all the locals coming to her Boba Monkey stand Le is so personable and resourceful. She recommended some restaurants to try. It's right on the corner, easy to notice driving by on Adams, with easy side street parking The ambiance was brimming with excitement. There's a little outdoor seating on Adams. Milk alternatives include Soy, Almond and Oatmilk. The Strawberry Matcha Boba is made with fresh strawberries Come on over and join the excitement! read more

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I wanted a little milk tea treat and after running some errands I came across Boba Monkey. I decided to place and order for pick up instead to save some time, so I chose the ube matcha with boba. When I got there it was ready for me which was great, but the coloring really threw me off. No vibrant hues of green or purple as you'd expect from an Ube Matcha milk tea and the taste was really off putting, something in it tasted burnt? I really like the little kiosk stand and the barista was really friendly but man was that drink bad, I brought it home and dumped it out. For the cost, I was really disappointed and I don't think I will be making it back. read more

Great shop to swing by! Excellent customer service and drinks. Highly recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Boba Monkey - Strawberry Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The most flavorless drink I've had since discovering water. The Taro Milk Tea with Boba was beyond flavorless, felt like I was drinking air. Incredibly disappointed. read more

Boba Monkey - Flavorless Taro Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Parking - no designated parking. May the odds not be in your favor to find a place to park within reasonable distance Menu - good size menu - Lots of options. On the pricier side for matcha/coffee/add ons ($2+) Service - friendly, but nothing special - drinks did take a long time tho Drinks - strawberry matcha latte (0/5) boba disintegrated. Could not taste matcha. - ube matcha latte (0/5) i felt like i just went up to someone's yard and took a bite of their grass. This was gross for a lack of better words. - ube cremé coffee (0/5) as a fan of sweet coffee and a sucker for ube cremé/foam... NO. The ube was bland and tasted grainy. Which is odd because usually Iueb creme/foam is made with ube extract. There was also a sprinkle of some kind of powder on top of the cremé. It did nothing for it. The coffee was not it. - see my pictures for color of my NOT mixed drinks. Matcha was the color of dirt. Overall - 1/5 for a cute storefront - I would not recommend - Not worth the mission to find a parking space. read more

Boba Monkey - Ube Matcha Latte. 0/5 - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Finally, a real boba restaurant on Adams! We were excited to see how quickly this place opened up. We ordered the SaiGon Sunrise Ca Phe and the Ube Crème Coffee, and both lived up to their names. The Saigon is their spin on a classic Vietnamese iced coffee sweet and milky with a hint of caramel. The standout for us was definitely the Ube Crème Coffee, with its sweet coconut notes and purple foam on top! If sweet coffee is your thing then this place is perfect for you! Thanks for the great customer service - looking forward to coming here again :) P.S - Yes, parking in the area can be sparse but that's the case for most restaurants along Adams, so it's hardly fair to hold it against a great new business like this. read more

Boba Monkey - Ube Crème Coffee & SaiGon Sunrise Ca Phe - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this spot! The owner is kind and very attentive. They offer a great selection of different and yummy drinks & flavors.

Super cute and a great new addition to Adams Ave. The girls loved the rainbow drink with crystal boba. Saigon coffee was strong like Vietnamese coffee should be! I found easy parking right around the corner at the park. If you already found yourself on Adams Ave by one of the many bars or restaurants take its just a few blocks down. read more

Boba Monkey - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I love the boba here but please get rid of your weird AI monkey sign, everyone I know makes fun of it and it honestly turns people away, people want to see real advertising. read more

The service was subpar and ambiance was okay not only that but I ordered a strawberry milk tea , that tasted horrible I didn't even take more than 3 sips. Wasted money wasted time . I wouldn't recommend read more

Service was pretty meh, don't come here for that. Do come here to get your boba fix as there's not a lot of that in the north park area. Value is fairly on par with other boba shops maybe slightly under. read more

We tried Boba Monkey for the first time and it did not disappoint. We ordered the Taro Milk Tea w/ boba, Over The Rainbow w/ rainbow poppers, and The Nitro Crack Coffee. All three drinks were on point, the taro had the perfect taste & sweetness and the boba was cooked perfectly. The Over The Rainbow was hit, it was refreshing drink. My daughter was a big fan of it too. Let's talk about the Nitro Crack Coffee, my husband finished that drink within minutes, I couldn't even take a photo of it. :) It was literally that good, it's his to go coffee! We are now regulars now. If you're ever in the area, stop by this cute boba stand and give them a try. read more

Boba Monkey - Over The Rainbow w/ rainbow poppers - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Wanted a quick matcha fix, decided to try a new place as this is was on the way to get gas. Small booth like stand in the corner of a pretty crowded street (no street parking!) got the banana cream matcha and it completely lacked any matcha flavor:( mostly tasted the banana cream and heavy on the milk. Felt more like a banana milk tea versus matcha. It wasn't bad, just wasn't what I had wanted. read more

Just tried the new Boba spot in our neighborhood and I'm OBSESSED! The Taro milk tea is creamy, the right amount of sweetness, and utterly delicious. A great edition to our neighborhood. read more

Boba Monkey - Taro with Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great service, delicious and original flavors. My new place in San Diego area. Definitely coming back with the hold family!!! read more

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Ordered the Taro milk tea with bobba Its perfectly balanced sweetness the bobba is made in house and has the perfect texture. The service is amazing the owner was very welcoming and helped explain the menu! If your in the area or are passing by treat yourself and try it out.! All in all This place is amazing and a little gem read more

For a place that's call Boba I was expecting to be included in my drink, however you need to paid extra for boba. $4 extra if I'm buying 4 drinks. Not coming back even thou is close to my house. read more

I see great things for Boba Monkey in Normal Heights. I've had both a boba tea (Purple Passion) and coffee (Banana Crème Foam) from them so far and both were top notch. For those worried about parking, you can order ahead online and pickup. Ward Canyon Park is also nearby to sit and enjoy your beverage in! read more

What a charming little spot! Love the monkey and the convenient area. My husband and I stopped by after a long soccer tournament and Boba Monkey was able to help with our thirst. We ordered the nitro cracked coffee (which my hubby loved!) and the purple passion specialty drink for me. The staff was very helpful so sweet. She was able to make the perfect sugar level that we wanted. The flavored and taste was well balanced. We were pressed on time and the drinks were made very quickly as well. I would definitely come here again when I'm in San Diego. read more

Boba Monkey - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is straight fire!!!! Got the Ube creme coffee with boba and fell in love immediately! The owner Le is preety awesome and very friendly!! read more

My 5 year old daughter wanted to try boba for the first time and we found this gem today. They weren't even open yet and were training new employees for their grand opening 8/8. They were so kind and offered to make this gorgeous Over the Rainbow with crystal boba. My daughter loved it and we will definitely be back! Tried the crack coffee, I think it was called, and it was fantastic too! Great addition to Normal Heights! read more

Boba Monkey - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Get the strawberry Fresca and add the rainbow boba! Very responsive owner. Yesterday I had a drink that wasn't great, and within minutes of leaving a negative review, the owner messaged me and offered to make it right. I really appreciated it, and the new drink I got was excellent. Staff are very kind as well, and the location is charming. Thanks again! I'll be sure to recommend it to others read more

Boba Monkey - Strawberry Fresca - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious coffee and baristas are always sweet thanks guys! Will be coming back again

I got the Ube matcha with oatmilk and it was really good. I'm not even usually a matcha person but I loved it

Drinks not good. Watered down and tasteless. Asked for a refund.....waiting for manager to call me.

The boba is delicious but most of all, the lady that works in there is so sweet and warm. Will be going there more often. read more

I love their brown sugar milk tea, it hits after a long day at school. The service is always great, the servers are always kind. I like the set up of the shop itself. read more

Great local boba place! The owner is super friendly and makes you feel right at home. The coffee drinks are delicious and flavorful. Definitely worth a visit--support small businesses! read more

Went to Boba Monkey Saturday afternoon. 2 people working. No line. Ordered a matcha milk tea with double boba. Took a slurp before leaving and the boba was way off. Either days old or not cooked. Brought it to their attention. They were in denial. No offer to make it right or refund. I showed them the boba and they admitted they're having trouble with the boba preparation. Still no offer to resolve problem. Too bad this place won't make it. read more

Delicious! We are so happy to have finally been able to try this boba stand. We were not disappointed! Highly recommend the purple passion with rainbow poppers and the traditional boba monkey milk tea read more

Amazing Boba!! Loved all the variety, freshness and professionalism. Get the SaiGon coffee or "crack coffee", it's the perfect wake-me-up drink!! 10/10 can't wait for the PB location to open!! read more