Boki’s Tea House

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Hannah H.

Boki's Tea House is a newer bubble tea place that opened right across from the North Park University campus - the menu offers milk teas, milk foams, fruit teas, flavored yakults, Vietnamese coffee, caffeine-free beverages (such as lemonades), as well as various toppings to add to your drinks. We came here in the early evening, and we ordered: +the Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea - this was milky and cream, and the preferred out of the three +the Peach Orange Lemongrass Tea - tea was not strong as it needed to be and needed to be steeped longer; really wasn't able to taste the peach and the orange flavors, and the drink tasted diluted +and, the Kumquat Black Tea - tea was not as strong as it needed to be as it needed to be steeped longer; couldn't taste the kumquat, and the drink tasted diluted Staff were very friendly and kind, and the place itself is bright and minimalistic - there were a good number of handful of seating inside. Their corgi logo is super cute! Limited street parking available in the area. +friendly service +limited street parking available

Jason S.

Afternoon boba break? Absolutely! This place was everything I look for when craving some milk tea. The sweetness level was perfect and consistent.

Marina C.

Update: i came in to get a jasmine milk tea with boba and a taro milk tea with taro paste and crystal boba. The taro drink was solid all around, but the boba in the jasmine tea wasn't great. I've had the boba before, and it was good before. But this time I came in, my boba was tough and dense. The place was empty and quiet, and I liked that they weren't playing music too loud. I was able to read and get some work done. I haven't had a consistent experience with the boba so far. It's been hit or miss :(

Albert T.

We were in the area for a reception and just had to get a post-wedding boba. Boki's was just the place for a refreshing drink. We only got a single drink as we were stuffed from the lunch buffet we just had. Oolong Milk Tea, 50% Sweet, Regular Ice w/ Boba ($6.25) - This was pre-brewed oolong tea that retained a the classic roasted tea flavor. The sweetness level at 50% was appropriate for us - it let the tea flavor dominate while still retaining a creamy sweetness. The boba was appropriately syrup soaked and had a good texture. It was perhaps a bit firmer than I usually like throughout. They leave quite a bit of a gap in the drink - it's not filled to the brim. It's a solid drink in general. I'm not in this area very often, so I can't say if there are better boba places nearby. At any rate, I think Boki's is worth a visit if you're in the area.

Asmah R.

They added more items to the menu and increased the price slightly. Everything tasted good.

Roasted oolong milk tea with regular boba(sweetened) with 50% sugar and black milk tea with crystal boba at 75% sugar

Kenneth K.

This review is based on our first visit to the shop. This shop is relatively new. It is clean, spacious and have good amount of seating for those who wants to come and do a little studying. We ordered roasted oolong milk tea with 50% sugar and black tea kilter with 75% sweet. The roasted oolong was perfect-good level of sweetness and nice blend of milk and tea flavor. However, the black tea is a little sweeter but it is still good for those who like their boba tea on the sweeter side. Definitely have to come back and try out their fruit tea drink and yea they have decaffeinated drinks too.

Justina D.

The tea is good don't get me wrong... however their pricing doesn't make sense. I asked for a large with no ice and they give me half a cup I asked "u guys don't fill it? " he said "no u would have to pay for 2 drinks" It's a milk tea all you have to do is add more milk and if I'm paying 7$ for a half a cup ADD MORE MILK!.. I asked for boba and they didn't add it. So they gave me a cup with boba. So -I have to open the plastic to pour it in? Honestly u can get tea somewhere else for cheaper and not stingy on milk.. Since their response update: If you have audio you can hear them say that I would have to buy Another drink to fill it up. I had repeated TWICE that I wanted boba. I understand a misunderstanding with new staff but bottom line I asked for boba twice and he did say that I would have to pay for another drink, nothing about a 2$ charge. As well as being busy u can see from the photo there is not a lot of people in there.

S. R.

Let me start by saying the drinks are unique and yummy for the most part. The interior is clean and aesthetically pleasing. Most of the staff is polite and pays attention to details from your order. There are unfortunately a few bad apples in the bunch who seem to have more concern in faltering their egos rather than giving the business a good reputation. I do not come to pay for attitude. No customer should be made to feel rushed, unwelcome or like they are silly for asking questions about the drinks. For the price the drinks are they are mostly ice which cannot really be adjusted so that's a bummer. I also do not recommend the cream brûlée topping as it has varied consistencies and can upset the stomach when the drink is made incorrectly. Otherwise the selection is very original and most of the employees are friendly and make the drinks well. Management, please take note and make the necessary adjustments.

Meg R.

A great Taro latte with a great crew from NEIU student pantry. Add the Boba it's worth it.

Brown sugar boba milk tea with cream brûlée

Kristen A.

I loved my visit to Boki's Tea House! I ordered the Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea with Cream Brûlée--because the longest thing on the menu has to be the most delicious, right? (Oh, it was!) The barista whipped out a kitchen torch and toasted the top of the drink! It was amazing--it added a little smokiness and perfect caramelization to the drink. There's an option to add cream brûlée to the other drinks, too. I'll definitely be back to try some of the other flavors. The inside is super cute. I loved the taller tables and mirrors, and the inside was so bright. I brought some study materials and the shop was busy but not too noisy to read. There's also a to-go option for the drinks. The shop is in the block between Starbucks and a daycare. The sign is a little small and hard to read. There's paid street parking on both sides in front of the shop, but you might also find free parking around the corner on Sawyer.

On the left Jasmine milk tea with crème brûlée topping, and Longon lychee black tea with lychee jelly.

Sandra C.

This is a new spot in the north park neighborhood. It is so delicious for drinks!!! We've been here almost everyday since it's grand opening on March 1st. This place is yummy. So happy it's I. The area. Hope it stays around! We will definitely be back!

Georgey Z.

Great tea! They workers are also very kind and helpful! I wasn't sure what to order, but Hanna was very helpful in describing each drink. I highly recommend the Jasmine Milk Tea! You can actually taste the tea flavor and not artificial nonsense! You can also customize your sweetness level from 25% to 100% sweetness. If you want a little bit of sweetness, but still some savory goodness, I recommend 25%! The boba is also sweetened with brown sugar and honey which has another little kick of sweetness!

Bryanna C.

This place is very cute and even offers board games for you to play if you're hanging out. This was my first time here AND my first time trying Thai iced tea, the flavor was okay and the tapioca could use more flavor. The drink costed around $7 and there was a bit of a wait for the tapioca but I waited because that's what I came for. Unfortunately, I had an allergic reaction to this drink, I don't have food allergies that I'm aware of so not sure what in the drink could've caused it and I couldn't finish it . Besides that, I hope to try something ELSE in the future when I'm in the area again.

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rebranded and remodeled! looks niceeee comfy spot and tried this matcha drink and it's just the right combination of match and ube foam. def a worth drink! read more

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Eric W.

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Cute tea shop right off of the North Park University campus on Foster. Unique flavors like kumquat lemonade. I really liked the inside , very light and bright and white. Lots of space to chat and do work. Service was quick and friendly. Not sure if this is a neighborhood place or a college hangout #teahouse #asian #tea read more

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Gabby G.

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Cute boba shop right on university campus. Service was fast and overall flavor was good I ordered the kumquat winter melon tea with grass jelly. The kumquat, although a bit sour at first, surprisingly paired well with the winter melon. Not sure if the little seeds were chia or if it was something else, but I enjoyed it. Overall, this boba shop was close to home and worth trying. I'd come back and try their other flavors. read more

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Hannah H.

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Boki's Tea House is a newer bubble tea place that opened right across from the North Park University campus - the menu offers milk teas, milk foams, fruit teas, flavored yakults, Vietnamese coffee, caffeine-free beverages (such as lemonades), as well as various toppings to add to your drinks. We came here in the early evening, and we ordered: +the Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea - this was milky and cream, and the preferred out of the three +the Peach Orange Lemongrass Tea - tea was not strong as it needed to be and needed to be steeped longer; really wasn't able to taste the peach and the orange flavors, and the drink tasted diluted +and, the Kumquat Black Tea - tea was not as strong as it needed to be as it needed to be steeped longer; couldn't taste the kumquat, and the drink tasted diluted Staff were very friendly and kind, and the place itself is bright and minimalistic - there were a good number of handful of seating inside. Their corgi logo is super cute! Limited street parking available in the area. +friendly service +limited street parking available read more

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Jason S.

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Afternoon boba break? Absolutely! This place was everything I look for when craving some milk tea. The sweetness level was perfect and consistent. read more

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Marina C.

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Update: i came in to get a jasmine milk tea with boba and a taro milk tea with taro paste and crystal boba. The taro drink was solid all around, but the boba in the jasmine tea wasn't great. I've had the boba before, and it was good before. But this time I came in, my boba was tough and dense. The place was empty and quiet, and I liked that they weren't playing music too loud. I was able to read and get some work done. I haven't had a consistent experience with the boba so far. It's been hit or miss :( read more

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Albert T.

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We were in the area for a reception and just had to get a post-wedding boba. Boki's was just the place for a refreshing drink. We only got a single drink as we were stuffed from the lunch buffet we just had. Oolong Milk Tea, 50% Sweet, Regular Ice w/ Boba ($6.25) - This was pre-brewed oolong tea that retained a the classic roasted tea flavor. The sweetness level at 50% was appropriate for us - it let the tea flavor dominate while still retaining a creamy sweetness. The boba was appropriately syrup soaked and had a good texture. It was perhaps a bit firmer than I usually like throughout. They leave quite a bit of a gap in the drink - it's not filled to the brim. It's a solid drink in general. I'm not in this area very often, so I can't say if there are better boba places nearby. At any rate, I think Boki's is worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

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Asmah R.

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They added more items to the menu and increased the price slightly. Everything tasted good. read more

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Leena D.

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Food: this place is well known for their bubble tea. Their mango sunrise is my go-to drink and I add tapioca along with it and it's really good. Ambience: the place is a really nice spot to go with friends for like a hangout or even with the family for just an outing. If you like working with bright white lights, this is the place for you! Service: They're really quick with making your order, so it doesn't waste much of your time! Overall: it's a good place to get bubble tea from. read more

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Kenneth K.

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This review is based on our first visit to the shop. This shop is relatively new. It is clean, spacious and have good amount of seating for those who wants to come and do a little studying. We ordered roasted oolong milk tea with 50% sugar and black tea kilter with 75% sweet. The roasted oolong was perfect-good level of sweetness and nice blend of milk and tea flavor. However, the black tea is a little sweeter but it is still good for those who like their boba tea on the sweeter side. Definitely have to come back and try out their fruit tea drink and yea they have decaffeinated drinks too. read more

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Justina D.

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The tea is good don't get me wrong... however their pricing doesn't make sense. I asked for a large with no ice and they give me half a cup I asked "u guys don't fill it? " he said "no u would have to pay for 2 drinks" It's a milk tea all you have to do is add more milk and if I'm paying 7$ for a half a cup ADD MORE MILK!.. I asked for boba and they didn't add it. So they gave me a cup with boba. So -I have to open the plastic to pour it in? Honestly u can get tea somewhere else for cheaper and not stingy on milk.. Since their response update: If you have audio you can hear them say that I would have to buy Another drink to fill it up. I had repeated TWICE that I wanted boba. I understand a misunderstanding with new staff but bottom line I asked for boba twice and he did say that I would have to pay for another drink, nothing about a 2$ charge. As well as being busy u can see from the photo there is not a lot of people in there. read more

Boki’s Tea House - The cup of boba they gave me along with my small cup of tea. Going home to add more milk lol - Bubble Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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S. R.

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Let me start by saying the drinks are unique and yummy for the most part. The interior is clean and aesthetically pleasing. Most of the staff is polite and pays attention to details from your order. There are unfortunately a few bad apples in the bunch who seem to have more concern in faltering their egos rather than giving the business a good reputation. I do not come to pay for attitude. No customer should be made to feel rushed, unwelcome or like they are silly for asking questions about the drinks. For the price the drinks are they are mostly ice which cannot really be adjusted so that's a bummer. I also do not recommend the cream brûlée topping as it has varied consistencies and can upset the stomach when the drink is made incorrectly. Otherwise the selection is very original and most of the employees are friendly and make the drinks well. Management, please take note and make the necessary adjustments. read more

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Meg R.

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A great Taro latte with a great crew from NEIU student pantry. Add the Boba it's worth it. read more

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I loved my visit to Boki's Tea House! I ordered the Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea with Cream Brûlée--because the longest thing on the menu has to be the most delicious, right? (Oh, it was!) The barista whipped out a kitchen torch and toasted the top of the drink! It was amazing--it added a little smokiness and perfect caramelization to the drink. There's an option to add cream brûlée to the other drinks, too. I'll definitely be back to try some of the other flavors. The inside is super cute. I loved the taller tables and mirrors, and the inside was so bright. I brought some study materials and the shop was busy but not too noisy to read. There's also a to-go option for the drinks. The shop is in the block between Starbucks and a daycare. The sign is a little small and hard to read. There's paid street parking on both sides in front of the shop, but you might also find free parking around the corner on Sawyer. read more

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Sandra C.

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This is a new spot in the north park neighborhood. It is so delicious for drinks!!! We've been here almost everyday since it's grand opening on March 1st. This place is yummy. So happy it's I. The area. Hope it stays around! We will definitely be back! read more

Boki’s Tea House - On the left Jasmine milk tea with crème brûlée topping, and Longon lychee black tea with lychee jelly. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Boki’s Tea House - From left to right we got Mango green tea, Brown sugar Boba milk tea, Thai ice tea, and a Thai ice tea with cheese foam. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Georgey Z.

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Great tea! They workers are also very kind and helpful! I wasn't sure what to order, but Hanna was very helpful in describing each drink. I highly recommend the Jasmine Milk Tea! You can actually taste the tea flavor and not artificial nonsense! You can also customize your sweetness level from 25% to 100% sweetness. If you want a little bit of sweetness, but still some savory goodness, I recommend 25%! The boba is also sweetened with brown sugar and honey which has another little kick of sweetness! read more

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Stephanie S.

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Finally a decent boba place heat my house! I had a friend pick up drinks. I wanted the traditional Vietnamese coffee with condense milk. There's a few options on their menu which makes it a little confusing when ordering. Most other places put too much ice so I decided to get no ice which was a mistake. It was super strong and much darker than other places but did not fill up even half the container. Next time I'll get with less ice instead. read more

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This place is very cute and even offers board games for you to play if you're hanging out. This was my first time here AND my first time trying Thai iced tea, the flavor was okay and the tapioca could use more flavor. The drink costed around $7 and there was a bit of a wait for the tapioca but I waited because that's what I came for. Unfortunately, I had an allergic reaction to this drink, I don't have food allergies that I'm aware of so not sure what in the drink could've caused it and I couldn't finish it . Besides that, I hope to try something ELSE in the future when I'm in the area again. read more

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Kimmy T.

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A very cute boba place with a variety of choices. I got the vietnamese mashed milo w/ boba off of their new drinks menu~ 10/10, highly recommended. read more

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Best boba in the area I love this place!! The owners are very sweet, staff is always so friendly.

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Jason N.

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Fabulous spot!!! Great service and friendly atmosphere. The taro milk tea is the best I've ever had, and the lychee black tea was delicious. I would highly recommend going to the Boki Tea House. read more

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Megan C.

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I come here once a week or so, closest I've ever been to being a regular anywhere, haha. So I figured I'd leave a review. I love this place! Every drink I've had has been really tasty, and the decor and atmosphere are great. Everyone who works there is super nice as well. Overall it's been a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

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Bhumi J.

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Good menu and quality of drinks. Would definitely go back to try a couple different drinks read more

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This place is a great addition to the community! The staff is extremely friendly and the building is so nice and great to hang out in. The bubble tea was was very good and I'd love to go again! read more

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Lily L.

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New place opened in North Park! Service was quick, cashiers were friendly, decent prices and decent boba. We got the jasmine milk tea and Hokkaido milk tea read more

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Brianna I.

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One of the best experiences I have ever had. The bubble tea is the best I've ever had and it's very inexpensive. The building has such a warm aesthetic and the music is bomb. . The workers there were so kind and had the nicest vibes I've ever seen. They tolerated our loudness (oops) and even gave me a keychain. I recommend this place 110%! read more

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Delicious drinks, spacious and clean store, pefect for studying or hanging out with friends and family. read more

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Susan T.

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The drinks were very good and just how we like it. The place was very clean and nice. The workers were very nice and sweet on taking orders and listening to our request. I would highly recommend this place to others to come and try. read more

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Alli K.

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Delicious milk tea with boba! I ordered online and picked it up on my evening dog walk. So delicious and something that isn't Starbucks already . I will be back! read more

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Kristina M.

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my favorite boba place EVERRRR!! Super clean, cute seating, awesome service, and a pretty quiet place to chill and study. I recommend the brown sugar boba! read more

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Very yummy! Friendly staff, good boba, and mini claw machines. What more could you ask for?

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Honestly the best taro drink I've ever had. Never seen a boba place got fresh taro in their drink. read more

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Lilly N.

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the people were really friendly. I had the Peach green tea with tapioca, and it tasted delicious.

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i love boki's. every day i no longer live in albany park is now sad and regretful. that's overly dramatic, but i do really love this place! i thought i didn't like tapioca before i came here. turns out i've just never had half-decent tapioca. they've got a wide menu and, so far, everything i've tried has been excellent. my absolute favorite is a very basic ube milk tea with regular tapioca. their base sweetness level is on the sweet side, but it's not too sweet. the staff is always nice, if a little brief. i've never had a bad experience, and the only times i've ever had to wait were times it was super busy. not the comfiest place to hang around (this is the fault of the furniture, i think) but they make an effort. i only get to-go, though. read more

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Kate R.

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It's the best bubble tea I've ever had. The people who work there are always so nice. The mango sunrise is really good .I REALLY RECOMMEND.

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Very nice boba tea place. The staffs are friendly and the drinks I ordered were so good. Highly recommend!

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This is a you get what you pay for . Highly recommend for a wonderful treat and a great way to experience new teas.

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3244 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
North Park
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(872) 262-6868
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What time does Boki’s Tea House open?

Boki’s Tea House opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Boki’s Tea House close?

Boki’s Tea House closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Boki’s Tea House closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Yes, Boki’s Tea House allows dogs.

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Yes, Boki’s Tea House has parking options. Street Parking

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Outdoor Café

Loved this spot! We ordered the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and it was soooo good. The cafe has a super…read morecute outdoor-style vibe even though the seating is indoors, which made it feel really cozy and unique. They also had baked goods and sandwiches that looked delicious, but we only stopped in for coffee this time. Service was fast. Definitely coming back to try more!

Like Mario had stated, this place has an online ordering system via their website that they no…read morelonger use, but it can still charge you and take orders. Then you go in person and they say you have to contact Square, which they tell you to dispute the charge with your bank. Waste of time! I've been going here for over 15 years and I will not return again. They fell off when the new owners took over years ago.

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Eli Tea Bar

I wanted to try the white rose but they ran out so I got the blue lavender mint bubble and it…read moretasted so delicious! The service here was great as well. Hopefully when I stop in again they'll have the white rose iced tea. I love how this place offers unique flavors that other tea shops don't have. I really enjoyed what I got today. They are also informative and let you know what drinks have zero caffeine, high caffeine or low caffeine, I think that's so important and it was great to see that. I read the bad reviews and I highly disagree. I've been to a lot of tea spots and milk tea spots all over illinois, I wanted something other than the same old boring brown sugar boba or matcha and this place delivered everything I wanted because they incorporate unique flavors and the result is magical. If you appreciate unique flavors like I do, come here!

I really liked that I could taste the chunks of strawberry in the strawberry matcha. I do wish the…read morematcha flavor was a bit stronger though. I liked that they showcased so many different tea blends and it seems like everything they offer is made in house. The back of the store had a nice stage and seating area where they host a bunch of fun events.

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So many tables to gather with your friends with multiple access to outlets and wifi

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Teacago

4.8

(31 reviews)

1.0 mi

Very good service. I was also able to bring my own container and use that. They have taro pudding!read more

I never knew this spot existed till today and I'm glad I stopped in! They offer a wide variety of…read moredifferent milk tea flavors, iced fruit teas, slush series, smoothies and snacks. The name is super cool and my coconut milk tea is delicious!! I love the way they cook their boba. It's the right texture with a nice chew that I love. Service was quick and excellent. One thing I will honestly point out is something another review posted below. The teas are advertised at a certain price and when you pay they charge you a few bucks more. I got a small drink and it came out to be 7 something I thought it would be $5.50. That's one thing that I caught as well. Make this place your go to for your boba cravings!!

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Taro horchata drink

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago

Nice little corner store that sells poke burritos/bowls and a variety of other adjacent food. You…read morebuild your own based off what you want, and they have a wide selection of ingredients available. I got poke burrito, with tuna, cucumber, spinach, cream cheese, avocado and green onion. The burritos are medium/smaller but it matches with the price you pay for it. The burrito was decent, as the ingredients were not the freshest but not old by any means. As for allergens, we asked in regards to my partners burrito and they said it should be okay. Unfortunately she did have a mild allergic reaction, and I understand accidents happen but something to note. As for the store itself, its a pretty large place and they sell a variety of plushies, blind boxes and vinyl figurines. I want to love it but it was just okay overall.

I may have mentioned how as I get older I love the simpler things more and more. Long gone is the…read moreguy who mixed all the sodas at the fountain. Thus, today it was simply a Taichi Milk Tea with Boba. Please do not quote me on this, but it seems they use a special kind of milk? Whatever the case, the result was delicious! The tea and milk flavors were both noticeable but not overwhelming or overpowering in any way. Excellent amount of 'bite' from the tea and savory/creamy notes from the milk. The sugar and ice levels in the default beverage were on-point as well! I often find myself having to specify "less sugar" and "less ice". While such customizations are built into the menu, it's lovely that the base isn't gobs of ice and sugar. The boba was fine, nothing to write home (on Yelp?) about here. The vibe inside is lovely. It is wood, black and splashes of color. The service was polite and speedy (though to be fair - it wasn't very busy at the time). While I am not yet local to Chicago, I will be in a few months. When this happens, I look forward to returning, and trying some poke and ramen as well!

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ThaiChi Bubble Tea Chicago. 6800 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL . Ramen Sushi Bubble Tea etc. Cool!

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ThaiChi Bubble Tea Chicago. 6800 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL . Ramen Sushi Bubble Tea etc. Cool!

Java & Mug Cafe

Super cute Korean-inspired cafe! The sweets were delicious and they had a wide variety of coffee…read moreand teas. The lychee chamomile was an interesting combination that turned out quite yummy! The banana milk lattes were VERY banana flavored, but still good! The cashier was very helpful with organizing all of our orders on this cute tray, and offered help with item selection since it was our first time!

Went solely for their fruit and red bean shaved ice. The ice could've been finer (I had to chew on…read moresome larger shards of ice which wasn't pleasant), but otherwise we enjoyed it, and I was very happy to see that it had all the makings of an old school patbingsoo with both fruit and red bean, as well as mochi and ice cream, which is rare nowadays. It was pricey but enough for 2 people to share. Metered parking on a weekend evening was easy. My only complaint is that it had a strange, unpleasant smell inside (we were there in the evening during the weekend of April 25th). Also, when I came a few years ago, it had a really cozy, welcoming vibe packed with comfy couches. Now, it just looks like basic tables and plastic chairs, lacking comfort, character, and charm. I'm hoping to return to try the sweet potato latte and the other shaved ices, but I hope they do something about the smell and make the space feel more cozy and inviting.

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Bingsoo/bingsu

Americano, latte, matcha croffle, black sesame croffle

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Black sesame snow bingsoo

C'est Bien Thai

We walked in on a Tuesday evening around 5pm with our 2 kids on the way home from the airport and…read morehad a great experience after a tiring day of travel. My husband is gluten free and they were able to accommodate for all dishes -- the woo San pad Thai, panang curry, tom kha soup. The tom kha soup was the best I've ever had - so flavorful! Can't wait try some other dishes I ordered the Thai iced tea bubble tea and will skip that next time. Better to get ice cream at bartleby's across the street (although they are closed Tuesday)

This used to be my new favorite cheap Thai restaurant. I'm writing this review based on my last two…read moreexperiences. The Pad Thai I order on June 19th must have been the bottom of the barrel. The noodles were thin, tasteless and had the texture of mowed grass. I even had my friend try it to make sure I wasn't crazy and she agreed. Both of us will no longer be relying on this restaurant as our go to cheap Thai restaurant. The other incident was when I ordered paw see ew. The to go container wasn't even half full which is completely unusual for this place. I've noticed that both times I've placed my order, that it was on the later side of the first evening. If you don't feel like cooking or you're tired, just close and don't accept orders. Thank you for the times it was great but a pattern is a problem and I'm out.

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Chicken Stewed (without the pork skins served on top) The dish farthest away is Pad Thai

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Top Tao Tea

Cute little place! The variety of teas they offer is so fun. I haven't seen so much coconut being…read moreused on a menu like this. The atmosphere is casual - a little dusty but not too much. I tried a classic earl grey milk tea and it was perfect! One thing to note: it was super crowded on Saturday when I went. If you're planning to visit on a busy day, be prepared to not get a seat. - AD

I'm a regular customer here and today I ordered a peachy melon smoothie with 25% sugar and sago…read more The drink was watery, extremely sweet and not a smoothie consistency. I called to tell the girl about it and she apologized and said it was on her but didn't offer a resolution to replace my drink or offer to make me one that's actually drinkable. This was my favorite place but seeing how she didn't give me a replacement offer, I'm truly disappointed. I've been a loyal customer giving great reviews for the longest and I'm just bummed they offered me no replacement. She said she over blended it but it had no sign of ice and was mostly liquid form like she used too much artificially flavored syrup. The drink wasn't a smoothie. I also don't like how it gives the smoothie price but when you customize it only has the option to charge you one dollar and some change for the only cup size they offer. My 6 dollar drink came out to be almost 9 dollars with a free topping. I threw away the drink and went down the street to get a better tasting smoothie at Uni Uni. I can't believe I was served a really disgusting drink today.

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Mango fruit tea with Aloe and crystal boba

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Gravitea Boba

2.0

(4 reviews)

2.5 mi

I arrived at Gravitea Boba on my day-off. The place is beautifully decorated. It is welcoming and…read morerefreshing. I ordered a vanilla cappuccino. It is very well brewed and balanced with the cream. Very refreshing. Highly recommend friends and family to give it a try.

Was about to stop in for an iced t/ boba but on the way saw the "RAID" bug spray IN THE WINDOW!!…read moreNext to a pretty nasty looking kitchen floor, last time I walked in to try to order I also passed too , it smelled very strongly of sewer which is super unappetizing a big turn off certainly don't want to sit in there with that smell - means they need to clean their grease trap. So I don't think I'll wait for the third strike - I'll just take a hard pass altogether also NEVER Any customers in inside so that's another sign - wish you the best but as a new business lots of signs facing the public that sending signs

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The place is beautifully designed. Suitable for anyone coming here to relax and make friends.

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Nhu Lan Saigon Subs

I stopped by Nhu Lan Saigon Subs with my mom for lunch. It's a small, family-owned spot with a…read moresimple, no-frills setup. The place is self-service, and there are only about four seating spots inside, so it feels more like a quick in-and-out lunch place than a sit-down restaurant. The food was reasonably priced and decent for the value. My favorite part of the visit was the Vietnamese coffee--it was strong, smooth, and really enjoyable. A good neighborhood option if you're looking for affordable Vietnamese food and don't mind a casual, limited-seating setup.

Unfortunately, we stopped by during the hours Yelp said they were supposed to be open, but the…read moreplace was closed. Not sure if the hours are outdated or if something came up, but it was definitely frustrating making the trip for nothing. Hopefully they update their business hours online to avoid this happening to others.

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NHU-LAN Saigon Subs . 2612 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL Vietnamese Subs ,Phos & Coffees.Cool.

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NHU-LAN Saigon Subs . 2612 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL Vietnamese Subs ,Phos & Coffees.Cool.

Mambo Wings

3.9

(11 reviews)

1.7 mi

Stopped in to get a bite to eat. I love the space. It's cute and modern, it also has a green wall…read morefor your IG pics. I order the chicken fried rice and 5 piece wing combo, both spicy. I only waited for about 10 minutes before my food was ready. The chicken fried rice had onion, peas and carrots and the rice was only the lighter soy color. The pieces of chicken within the rice were tender and larger than most places. The flavor was light but was fixed with some extra soy sauce and some sambal to really kick the heat up. The wings were small but mighty. They had a good crunch and enough meat that I wasn't disappointed. I thought the wings was going to be covered like buffalo wings but they aren't. The wings came with the sauce which allowed me to dip away. The spicy sauce was indeed spicy. I loved the flavor. Looking forward to trying other items on the menu. The serve boba teas as well.

I always get milk tea here. I also have gotten fried shrimp and Orange Chicken as well as…read moreMongolian Beef, the namesake Mambo wings and the fried fish...I know kinda BIG BACK. Everything has been good. The Portions are very generous compared to price and enough for 2 people. This is my GO TO for the previously mentioned items. I have been here many times and will return many more!

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Kasama

Look if I am going to be forced to wait in line, I might as well come early and be front of the…read moreline knowing I'm getting the freshest pickings and nothings run out yet. Showed up on a Friday morning at 730, was third in line, and waited 90 minutes. By 8am that line was already down to the end of the block. Just take my advice on this. My favorite thing about this place was how they let people in. One party at a time. Makes the atmosphere and ambiance inside feel more cozy and warm with none of that viral sensation nonsense. Best part is, when I finally ordered, the guy at the counter was super chill. Let me ask a few questions, was patient and kind. None of that viral sensation snobbery that comes with these kinds of places. Food time. The truffle croissant was unlike any other croissant I ever had. Despite the truffle it was also kind of sweet, I don't know it just works. Not hype at all. Our sticky bun had dimensions of deep burnt caramel flavor. Flavors kept unfolding with every chew. We are lumpia addicts so we had to try these. Absolutely delicious, but at over 10 bucks, anyone that knows lumpia knows you can get a dozen for like 5 bucks at strip mall type joints. And now for the main event. The breakfast sandwich with sausage, hash brown, and extra cheese was truly exceptional. It was textural bliss combined with the flavor bomb from the Filipino sausage. Would I wait 90 minutes again for another one, probably not. But I'm glad I did it just the same.

Finally tried this Michelin Star restaurant. Came here on a Friday morning around 9AM and there was…read morealready a line. We waited 1hr 30mins. The line was moving decently. Once we got inside, we ordered our food and they told us what table number to be seated at. They brought us our food pretty quickly. We ordered the Kare-Kare, breakfast sandwich, banana tart, and ube huckleberry tart. Everything was good but the banana tart was the best one. It even tastes delicious the next day. Would I come back and wait in line again? Probably not. Would I order online once in a blue moon? Yeah sure.

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Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown

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Breakfast Sandwich: longanisa, egg, and cheese | $12

Sweet Bean

A Taiwanese bakery. How could a place that loves Michael Jackson be bad?…read more Salted Egg Yolk Bolo Bun流心菠蘿麵包: Calling it "流心"(runny) isn't quite accurate; it's a bolo bun菠蘿包 (pineapple -shape bun) with a salted egg yolk filling, but it had an authentic, old-fashioned flavor that made me feel like back to childhood. The crust was thin and crispy, with a large air cavity, making it very soft and fluffy. The salted egg yolk has just the right balance of sweetness and saltiness, and wasn't too cloying. Garlic Cheese Brioche Bun蒜香奶酪麵包: Perhaps its more Taiwanese name is "八蒜包" (Eight Garlic Bun). Its appearance and taste were very similar to those I've had at Taiwanese bakeries in mainland China. The cheese and garlic flavors were very strong, but the bread itself was slightly coarse. Hojicha Latte: The whole milk was very milky, but the hojicha flavor felt a little weak. However, it's already great to find a tea latte that's not very sweet.

We came around 12:30noon and got a huge bread haul at this bakery. I'm SO glad we did!…read more Here's what we got: * Purple rice taro bun / 5 (OUR FAV!!!) * Matcha custard bun / 4.5 * Matcha pistachio bun / 5 * Tuna egg mayo bread / 4.5 * Hot dog & cheese bread / 4 * BBQ hot dog skewer / 3 * Sesame roll / 3.5 * Cheese pudding tart / 3.5 * Banana bread matcha c oat milk / 4.75 If there's one thing you get here, get the purple rice taro bun. Suuuuper soft & chewy bread filled with purple rice and taro. The textures were amazing. Best baked good I ever had. It's pricey but SO worth it!! 10/10, 5 stars, 100%. Service here is just okay, nothing special. There's also a small seating area in the back that is open until 4pm!

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Inside of Scallion & Ham Bun 蔥花火腿麵包 ($3.95) - very strong scallion flavor. Bread is soft, moist, and pretty oily.

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Inside of Lychee Cranberry Scone 荔枝蔓越莓司康 ($5.75) - not the best, is dry and powdery. Definitely not worth the price.

Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar

I'm from Los Angeles, and I have to say this place was such a sweet surprise. Everyone was…read moreincredibly welcoming and made me feel right at home, which always stands out when you're visiting a new city. The outside is super cute too it actually caught my eye when I first found them on Yelp, and it's just as charming in person. I tried the Teddy Graham latte on the barista's recommendation, and I'm so glad I did. It had great flavor without being overly sweet, and I got it with whole milk which made it perfectly smooth and comforting. If you're in downtown Chicago, I'd definitely recommend checking out this spot. It's a cozy little gem with great vibes and even better drinks.

Clearly a popular spot, run like a well oiled machine. The space is tiny so they only allowed four…read morepeople in a time and then you wait outside in the alley for your order. The bagel was good, I had a hippie sandwich and my boyfriend got a bacon egg and cheese which he said was good too.

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Inside hero cafe

Bulls Eye on Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel with sausage instead of bacon

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3 years ago

Love love love! This place is just openings and the menus are so many things to choose from. Fruits tea is my favorite and they have plenty of options to choose from. Highly recommended " Strawberry green tea with cheese foam and brown sugars boba milk tea with cream brûlée "but for sure I'll try them all :)) . I did have to wait for a little to get my drink but I understand they are just opening and still have to get used to the system. BOKI have plenty of tables and seat to hang out. After all 10/10 for the drink and absolutely come back to try all the drinks they have. read more

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