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3.7 (240 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Yuzu slush (lemon rind and ginger)
Sydney C.

Came in for a quick boba run after a meal. We ordered two drinks: a Yuzu Slush with lemon rind and ginger and a Sea Salt Caramel Milk Tea. The yuzu slush was bright, citrusy, and refreshing with a subtle bitterness from the lemon rind that kept it from being overly sweet. The ginger added a nice little kick of warmth that was perfect on a cold, windy day. There was a bit of a wait for the sea salt caramel drink, and when it finally came out, it turned out to be a sea salt caramel slush instead of the milk tea we ordered. We didn't want to make a fuss, so we just went with it. The slush was creamy, well-balanced, and not cloying at all. Service may have been a little slow, but the drinks were good. I appreciate spots that get flavors right and aren't afraid to lean into more complex profiles instead of just sugar-on-sugar. This definitely looked like a place that had regulars and was a cozy spot to get some boba.

Black Milk Tea with Boba Iced
Gena K.

First time visiting and ordered the black milk tea iced with boba. Paid $5.00 for the boba drink and it tasted more like a iced sugary drink and very bland taste. Disappointed and I will not get boba here next time. How can you go wrong with a regular iced milk tea with boba?! I came by and ordered in at a busy lunch time with customers dining in and the drink came out fast. However they also have a Korean food menu, which I will consider to try next time if I do come back to help support small businesses. 3 stars for the friendly staff and customer service.

Michelle T.

This place is generally just eh. The ambiance was interesting.. the noise level was average but all the chairs/furniture is mismatched. The drink itself wasn't that bad. I got the chai vanilla (30% sugar) which wasn't that sweet. The drink itself was (surprisingly) very small, for 4.50 dollars. It kind of tastes like what you'd imagine a candle to taste like (if it tasted like what it smelled like) We also got the popcorn chicken which took a bit long to make but it was hot and fresh. It was pretty good. It's not like this place is bad, it's just not great you know?

Tori H.

Went because my sister wanted a boba drink.. she REALLY liked the boba BUT she wasn't a fan of the drink. She got a Thai Tea, I got a Strawberry Mango slush. My slush tasted off, like it had perfume residue in it or something, not a fan. We both didn't finish our drinks. The lighting was dem and intimate but wasn't an intimate setting. The establishment was clean. The table rocked, bad. Wasn't a fan.

Mango smoothie
MrdatTtttt ..

Best Korean boba café ever! Such a nice spot to sit down and enjoy a casual sip of boba with some tasty food. I ordered the mango smoothie, recommended by a super cool staff member, and it was bomb--creamy, fresh, and hydrating! I paired it with the popcorn chicken, and honestly, it was the best decision of my life--crispy, crunchy, juicy, and packed with flavor. The process is simple: order at the counter, pay, grab a comfy seat, and they'll bring your food and drinks right to you. The place is super clean, comfortable, and has a great vibe. 10/10, 5 stars! Highly recommend if you're looking to chill and enjoy some amazing boba and bites.

Bacon Kimbap. Don katsu
Eunhye J.

One of the best boba places in my go-to list - I've been going to BobaYolo for almost three years now and both their drinks and food are BOMB! Food has big portions and big flavors my favorites for food are the bacon kimbap, donkatsu, and jjolmyun. This time around I got their spicy rice cakes though (tteokbokki), overall experience was excellent! Service was quick, and had a very casual after school or work type of vibe to it. I'll come back again and again :)

I opened this up after 5 mins in the car, It was undercooked,and so soggy.Horrible. And they never answer the phone! 9-26-25@2:46pm

I opened this up after 5mins in the car, it was undercooked, and so soggy. Horrible and disappointed. And they never answer the phone. I reported this issue the next day by phone. They listened carefully and resolved it well. They were attentive to customer feedback and handled the situation effectively, so I was satisfied.

jolmyeon, rosé tteokboki, beef & spicy fish cake kimbab, donkatsu

Such a cute/vintage korean bunshik restaurant, definitely reminds me of small homey restaurants in korea. Food was really good, we ordered the jolmyeon, rosé tteokboki, 2 kimbabs and the donkatsu and the sweet potato fries! service was very quick, efficient, and attentive. Would recommend & come again!

a table and chairs in a restaurant
Chris H.

Located in a shopping plaza and nestled in between many different shops, boba yolo can easily be spotted by their signage that makes them stick out a bit more than other shops. The menu here is a fairly comprehensive menu that includes more than just boba, but food as well. The employees looked more bothered having to help someone than anything. I ordered a jasmine milk tea with boba. The boba was older and a bit more chewy than enjoyable. The milk tea itself was really good.

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Delish Boba. Friendly service. Very comfortable setting. Great for our quick stop before we continue on the trip

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Their mojito coffee tastes like water and there strawberry smoothie tastes more syrup. Don't even come.

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Nice stop for a yuzu slushee. Workers were cheerful and a nice atmosphere to hang out. The neighborhood in the other hand is a bit sketch.

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This place is wonderful and their slushies are delicious! I love this place and their food is good also. P.S. their mango slush is the best

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The interior is nice and clean, the service was quick and polite, and my drink was great!

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