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    Boba Unit Cafe

    4.4 (167 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Strawberry Matcha
    Lynette T.

    This has been on my list for a while so I'm glad I could finally try it! The cafe is really cute and had a lot of seating, definitely a nice place to chat with friends. I got a strawberry matcha with 50% sugar and it was very well balanced with neither flavor fighting each other. The matcha felt very smooth to me and not too sweet but I think I could go for even less sugar next time! I would love to come back and try the slush matcha.

    Cute kids table & chairs
    Shannon D.

    Just an update on my newest favorite drink...GRAPEFRUIT TEA- 50%sweetness. It's is perfection! It screams "summer time"! My favorite is eating the slice of grapefruit after I'm done sucking down my drink!!!! Lately we have been ordering on the self serve kiosk. It's super easy and quick to use. Also love that they have a rewards system! Be sure to check it out!!!! 100/10

    Strawberry Smash
    Amy A.

    By far the best matcha I have tried in Roseville and honestly in Sacramento ! I personally love their banana matcha, but you really can't go wrong in trying any one of there matcha's. I as-well tried one of the strawberry teas it was also yummy it was a bit on the sweeter side, but I should have asked for less sugar so as a whole 10/10 spot and a MUST TRY !!

    Soft Opening Menu.
    Eliza G.

    Boba Unit Cafe is still my favorite matcha spot in the Greater Sacramento area! I've been coming here pretty often for the past 1.5yrs and they've been open for almost 2 years now. (So glad they started a rewards program now!) I'm glad their Uji matcha supply has become much more consistent because it used to sell out frequently when they first opened. The quality is really good, and it's my go to whenever I don't feel like making my own Japanese brands of matcha at home. Once you've had amazing matcha in Japan, you're ruined, and it's hard to settle for anything less lol. I also appreciate that every matcha is made fresh to order. They don't even offer their matcha drinks on DoorDash like they do with their other drinks, which I think shows they really care about serving it at its best. A lot of people recommend Offbeat, and I do love it! but Boba Unit's Too Much Matcha has become my favorite. The matcha foam top is delicious, and you have to sip instead of using a straw to really enjoy it. I think Offbeat's foam is slightly better, but to me, Boba Unit's actual matcha drink tastes better overall. I think people sleep on Boba Unit's matcha because of the name. Since it's called Boba Unit, I'm guessing a lot of people probably don't realize they serve really high quality matcha here. Another big plus is that Boba Unit is open every day and always has plenty of parking (I hate street parking), which is something I really appreciate. I do wish they opened earlier than 11am. I'd love to grab a matcha earlier in the morning, but I usually just go at 11am when they open so I'm not drinking it too late in the day and staying awake all night. The only other downside is the store layout. If you're meeting with more than one other person, the large table at the front is really the only good option. Since it's right next to the register and where everyone lines up to order, it doesn't feel very private if you're trying to sit and chat for a while. The two person tables along the hallway toward the back aren't as inviting, and the lighting back there kind of sucks. But anyways, if you're ever in the area, give it a try!

    Watermelon slushi
    Prexa J.

    I tried the Watermelon Slushy with lychee jelly (100% sweetness), and it was absolutely divine! It honestly tasted like I was drinking fresh watermelon instead of an overly sugary syrupy drink. It was so refreshing, especially on a hot day. The lychee jelly was the perfect addition and gave it a fun texture without overpowering the watermelon flavor. I think this is a seasonal drink, but if it is, I'll be back every time it's available. Definitely one of the best watermelon drinks I've had!

    Menu
    Madison W.

    Loveddd the matcha here. I've tried matcha from SD, LA, OC, and all over Sac and this one is pretty good. There are some matcha places that are absolutely horrible, but I think they do theirs pretty well. They have lots of options and creative flavors. My cousin got the mango strawberry slush and loved his. The inside is very clean and they have a tablet for you to order from or you can order from the register.

    11.02.24 located in the Fairway Commons, across Fukumi's
    May A.

    Good drink options! [Roseville CA] After having lunch across the parking lot I stopped by this boba shoppe for a little sweet treat. I usually like blended/smoothie drinks and they offered four with delightful flavors: Mango, Berry, Strawberry and Grape. I went for the Oreo Berry: Berry Smoothie topped with crushed Oreos. Oh, and with boba topping. Very clean and nice and bright inside with natural lighting. There was ample seating. The table seating (good for 2) against the wall each had its own wall socket where you can plug in to charge your electronics. My Oreo Berry smoothie was refreshing and yummy. The boba had a good consistency and chewy except they were a bit hard. Not sure if they were undercooked or if it has been left to sit too long after cooking. They currently don't offer snacks at this boba cafe. Instagram: @bobaunit_cafe Review #4024

    Mango mania
    Carol P.

    Too bad I'm not a matcha fan because Boba Unit is the place to go! My friends loved their banana matcha and mango matcha. I've been on a mango kick, and I was excited to try the mango sticky rice drink that I saw on Yelp. Sadly, they discontinued that item, so the staff recommended the mango maniac (I got it w/o the grapefruit with 0% sweetness). It was perfectly smooth and creamy with a nice texture that was just thick enough. I could tell by the naturally light sweet taste that they use real mango to make it. They are fast with getting the drinks out, even when they got an influx of customers. The staff was a friendly younger guy who was very patient and helpful with questions about the menu. Service itself was 5 stars. The place was clean and simply decorated with light wooden furniture and some fake greenery. It was a calm and inviting space, although seating is limited. Definitely returning if I'm in the area!

    Matcha Brulee and Melon Matcha
    Abram S.

    Finally brought back their matcha brulee. Honestly my favorite drink at boba unit and it always keeps me coming back. It was off the menu for a while but it's finally back so please keep changing up the menu but don't leave out the OG drinks. Will definitely be coming back for that ceremonial matcha. Best place in Roseville for matcha drinks The restaurant is pretty quiet and has plenty of seating. You can come to just chill and talk with friends while sipping some tea .

    Too Much Matcha
    Viv H.

    Everyone I've brought here always likes it! The space is small but nice for hangouts and the menu has options you don't always see at other shops. The owner/manager(?) is also always super friendly whenever I see him. I'm glad they're open on Tuesdays now! Grapefruit tea: 8/10, very refreshing Rose lychee: 8/10, not usually a floral tea person but it was tolerable for me! Pandan milk tea: 7/10, the pandan flavor is not too heavy/likely an extract, but I do like the coconut milk and toppings.

    Interior
    Helen L.

    Cute little boba / matcha spot in Roseville, which is located in the Trader Joe's plaza. The interior has a nice sophisticated aesthetic to it. Makes for a chill place to hang out and enjoy your drinks. Tried the: - White Rabbit Matcha which is matcha with a scoop of their house made white rabbit icecream. I tasted the icecream alone before mixing it with the drink and it was good. I give this drink a 9/10. - Pandan Milk Tea which is a Pandan x Jasmine milk tea with toasted coconuts and Pandan jelly. This drink was a miss for me. The idea of it sounds amazing, unfortunately, I didn't really taste any Jasmine, and I could tell they use Pandan extract and not fresh Pandan leaves to make the drink. The Pandan jelly in the drink was good, but again, I could taste the Pandan extract in it. It (either the jelly or the drink or both) also stained my tongue green for hours ): I give this drink a 6/10. The matcha quality here is good and I'd come back again to try other items.

    Strawberry Matcha
    Abby B.

    I've tried a lot of matcha spots, but Boba Unit Cafe seriously surprised me. I got the Strawberry Matcha and it was SO good. The strawberry at the bottom reminded me of that strawberry syrup they put in ice cream sundaes, and it paired perfectly with the matcha. Not overly sweet, just super refreshing and honestly one of the best drinks I've had in a while. I'm literally craving another one already. Cute atmosphere and definitely worth stopping by!

    Jynelle Christine S.

    Cute little boba shop with a few seating and parking. I got the Thai tea which was not memorable to be honest. I couldn't really taste the tea, it kind of just tasted like milk. I also couldn't try it with the cream since they don't have any of those sip cups and when I tried to mix it, I didn't really taste a difference. I also tried the mango matcha which was also alright but it kind of just tasted like only mango, I could not taste much of the matcha. Maybe next time will just stick to the matcha as other people were saying. Otherwise, the service was really great! The guy at the front was very friendly and helpful.

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    Tokyo Cream - Coffee 'n Creme and Tokyo Banana Cream

    Tokyo Cream

    4.4(493 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    Walked in late on a Friday night. The place had a handful of people and was clean. The vibe and…read morecolors gave off a late-night hangout spot feel, so it just felt like the right place to be. Everything on their menu looked really good, but I decided to go with something a little more refreshing: a strawberry sundae. Ordering is super easy through two tablets to the left of the counter. It does force you to provide a phone number, so make sure you don't forget to opt out of those pesky text messages once you leave (if that's your preference). The tap-to-pay was very responsive too. The order didn't take long at all, and I very much enjoyed sitting on their little poofs around one of their tables. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and my sundae was so light and easy to eat. It had a generous helping of strawberry goodness, with even more at the bottom, which was quite a lovely surprise. Also, the two Pocky sticks on the side didn't even make it past my first two spoonfulls. Last time I came here was a while ago, but I will definitely make an effort not to wait that long again.

    I finally tried this place after wanting to visit this place for years.. so I got the Black Sesame…read moreSwirl, Yuzu Sparkling Matcha, and the Miso Caramel Kohl (Coffee). Black Sesame Swirl - 9.2/10 This ice cream is SO good like it tastes very nutty and toasty while not being overwhelmingly sweet. I would definitely get this ice cream again if I happen to stop by. Yuzu Sparkling Matcha - 5.1/10 I thought about trying their matcha lattes but I wanted to try something different so that's why I got this drink instead and honestly.. it's not that good tbh. I honestly hate sparkling drinks with matcha in general because it doesn't pair well imo. The Sparkling Yuzu is like the only thing that I can only taste and the sourness makes the matcha really bitter in a bad way. Although I do appreciate the color of the matcha so you know that they're not using low quality matcha that's for sure. Miso Caramel Kohl - 7.5/10 My family member got this drink and it honestly tastes a lot better than I thought especially since they use miso in coffee which is an interesting combination. Also, the caramel gives the miso a more nutty and sweet taste. I don't really like caramel but it's honestly not too bad. But the coffee flavor is REALLY strong so I would recommend it for those who love coffee. Service was good and they made the ice cream and drinks pretty fast even though it was kind of crowded when I went. There's some seating but just make sure to come when it's not too crowded. The place is pretty clean and nice overall so I would definitely recommend their ice cream especially the Black Sesame Swirl! ‍

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    Boba Lane - Pineapple whip, halo halo, hot ube latte

    Boba Lane

    4.8(214 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    •$$

    Highly recommend! The ambiance was nice and clean. What impressed us the most was the…read morepresentation of each drink. Boba Lane took the drinks to the next level by adding individual items to each drink to make the overall presentation fantastic. Definitely a feast for your eyes as well! We ordered four different drinks; basic boba milk tea, pineapple whip, Oreo mochi, and a strawberry drink. Although we loved them all, our favorites were the pineapple whip and strawberry drink. We visited a few days ago and my kids are begging to go back. We can't wait to try other flavors during future visits. Thanks for the great service and awesome drinks, Boba Lane!

    Needing a Vietnamese coffee, I Yelped what was in the area and saw that I had Boba Lane bookmarked…read more It's a little hidden behind the oil change biz, in an unassuming strip mall. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. Nice and polite older Filipino staff/owners. The place was empty on a Sunday afternoon, with a couple customers coming in for to go orders. I first noticed the mini foosball table and saw another mini video arcade game, along with a few other table games. The place was clean and spotless (restroom also), with wooden tables and chairs. There was a cute photo background on the back wall. I took a few minutes to look over the menu and decided on the iced Vietnamese coffee for my husband and the "Caffeine Collision" (Thai tea and Viet coffee collab) for myself. Our drinks were ready quickly, and we decided to sit and sip for a few minutes before making our way back home. I loved my drink. I had done that same mix at a Thai restaurant Yelp event where they had set up a drink bar, so I knew it would be good. The balance of a strong Vietnamese coffee and the sweetness of the Thai tea blended perfectly. Next visit I will try their halo halo or avocado shake, both of which have good reviews. Support small, family, Asian-owned, local businesses!

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    Tiger Milk Tea, Halo Halo, and Avocado Smoothie

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    Yum Tea House - Signature Peach Kumquat Tea - - - Tra Hong Dao Xa Tac

    Yum Tea House

    4.6(48 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    *** Non Boba Drinker Review ***…read more If there is such a thing as a designated driver for a boba run, that would be me. I've been on countless number of trips to boba shops over the last 20 years and although I use to succumb to peer pressure early on, it's been so long now. Years since I've ordered anything. But for some reason, when I was the DD to this spot, they had a "Best Seller" menu board. My previous go-to was always taro and after they confirmed it was fresh taro -- actually, they warned me it was fresh taro because customers have something else in mind -- I succumbed. Their verbal drink descriptions were so finely tuned like a Hollywood actor, they made everything sound so good and they were right. No boba added - just their Best Seller "Taro Smash" I watched them make it and after the fist few sips, I immediately regretted not ordering the large. And since I'm such a rookie at this now, I forgot to give it a shake and get the ice to do what ice does. After that, it was even better. So, hands down the best taro drink I've had. The staff was super friendly. Place was clean and easy to get to with plenty of parking.

    Interior is nice with various seating options. I got the…read moremango yacult and it was decent. Service was very fast and cashier was very friendly. We got a free keychain through the current promotion they were doing which was a cute surprise. Parking lot in front of the store is limited with tight spaces.

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    Purple Kow - Garlic fries sooo good!

    Purple Kow

    4.6(171 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    This place has excellent Boba without all of the trendy hype. The drinks are delicious, not too…read moreoverly sweet. They have a large variety of drinks to choose from. I really appreciate the warm welcoming decor, as opposed to some of the trendy place with bright lights. This place has warm colors that makes you want to sit down and stay awhile, which is exactly what my family did during our last visit. We came in the afternoon on a Sunday so it was not very busy at all. One of the major "cons" I have about this place is the size/shape of the boba drink containers. It has such a wide base that the cups cannot fit into any standard car cup holder. You are left with the choice of either trying to guzzle everything at the store or not open your drink at all until you get home or where you are trying to go. The store is located in a rather older shopping center. Not very many popular stores around, which makes parking very easy actually.

    This remains a comfy spot we like to visit--clean, cute contemporary design, roomy, indoor &…read moreoutdoor seating, & an adorable huge cow cup in front! The drink & food menu has expanded since we first started coming here. Ordering can be done at kiosks or with a staffer at the counter. Sometimes interaction can be minimal, but often we're greeted & welcomed to ask any questions, & drinks are pleasantly handed off to us. We've tried a variety of drinks here, but our go to faves are a Strawberry Fruit Slush with Brown Sugar Crystal Boba, Thai Tea, & D8. Their 50% sweetness level suits me perfectly. I've encountered bummer times when the drink I've wanted is out & not available. The regular size cup is too wide for a car cup holder, which is inconvenient. We still enjoy coming here for a treat & to get something refreshing.

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    Salt & Pepper Chicken Nuggets $9.75 as of 10/17/2024

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