I love the signature milk tea and mocha cake! Especially the signature milk tea, fall in love with it the first sip!

I really miss their variety of breads! It reminds me of the amazing Asian breads I used to get in Houston. Hoping for the day when we will be able to get all the wonderful breads again read more

The Earl Grey cake is phenomenal. I love the coffee! It is Lavatazza so very rich. The staff was very helpful in making a cake decision

Great place. Good drinks. Thought you could exchange the drink if you didn't like it. Other places offer a solution, instead, we were met with "you already drank it, we cant". She didn't drink it a lot, it was just slightly sipped. Dissatisfied with that, thought they were better than that read more

Always busy but they are quick in making drinks. They have some desserts available as well. They were out of boba once I ordered my drink which I was bummed out since it was 3 hours till close. Yet the passions green tea (or something like that don't fully remember the name) was delicious. read more

Brecotea - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Unfortunately they are starting to use ultra cheap bubble tea containers that would only be used at $2 or less supermarket bubble tea places. They are flimsy and easy to spill. Degrades the entire experience and also makes me wonder where else they are cutting down costs now that they've got enough good reviews here. Hopefully this is just temporary. read more

Where do I even start? This place is so up-and-coming and has so much potential to bring so much business! Everything all the way down to the ambience of the store the food, the tea, I got almost every pastry that you could get and every single one was baked to perfection! Hands-down the coolest thing was the wall. That floral wall will bring in all of the Instagram thotssss into the store!! But the tea and the pastries were amazing. Period. Honestly the quality of the food tasted like it came right out of the oven, and I am so happy that I don't have to drive all the way to Northern Virginia to get this kind of pastry auntie! Very happy with the way pictures turned out the way my taste buds were satiated and satisfied! The pastries are priced very fair, the drinks are a bit on the pricey her side but I am telling you they are so light and so worth it! Definitely stop by after going to sushi King :-) read more

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Bread + Coffee + Tea = Brecotea. Two of us stumbled upon this cute spot last month when we were craving coffee and dessert. We loved that there was Lavazza coffee! It tasted delicious. The space is bright and light. There is a fun faux flower wall for those photo-taking obsessors out there! We walked toward the back to marvel at the breads and snacks - there were several still available in the evening. We ended up getting one that was filled with just custard, and it paired well with our coffee. Some of the items looked like they had been there a while so could have been stale, depending on their shelf life. I've been to my fair share of this kind of bakery, and it's a hard balance to keep - how many pastries do you keep to meet unpredictable demand? Some of the cases were completely empty. Others, like a rectangular pastry filled with fruit, were fuller. After a short while, we saw that they offer Yakult tea, among many other tea offerings, so we got a green tea one of those as well as a rose mille crepe cake slice. The tea was okay. The rose crepe cake had muted rose flavor which was nice, but, I couldn't see the crepe layers. It felt like 100% cream, layered to look like a mille crepe cake. The people working behind the counter were sweet and nice! Bottom line: I probably won't make a special trip out here, but if I happen to be in the area, I wouldn't mind getting a coffee and simple pastry. read more

I was having a rough day so I decided to go out for a drive and after deciding that the remedy to this crappy day would be something sweet, a google search led me here. It's a newish (opened last year) bakery in the Tuckernut shopping plaza, near where the TJ Max used to be. There were two people working and were managing the line that had started to build. Since I wasn't there for anything in particular, I decided to try out their macaroons and try a bubble tea for the first time. I ordered their mango milk bubble tea. It wasn't super sweet, but very light and refreshing. I found that the more of it I drank, the more I enjoyed it. Not sure I'd get it again at $5.25 though, that's hella pricey for one drink that doesn't have alcohol IMO. They have an extensive assortment of various teas, many of which seem to be what you might find in a Thai/Vietnamese restaurant. The macaroons were a bit of a letdown. First off, they were TINY. I'm talking half-dollar sized tiny. And you only got 5 for $9. At almost $2/each, that is a total ripoff when compared to the king of Macaroons in Richmond, Whisk. There, you get palm sized ones for $3/each. The flavors were solid, but the outer part of the macaroons didn't have that "snap" that I like and they kinda skimped on the cream inside - it was barely there. All in all, I'd go there again when I don't feel like driving into the city for better options. Their prices are a bit off-putting though. I ended up spending $15 for 5 teeny weeny macaroons and one drink. read more

Brecotea - Mango milk bubble tea - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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We stopped by the other night and loved the crepe cakes. Asian pastry places are the new thing and this one didn't disappoint. I wish there was more of a fresh cake variety. I also got their iced passion tea which was delicious! It's nice to sit inside for sure. They need to work on getting different to go cake container because the one we got had no shape and was ruining our cake slices. read more

That milk tea...just wow. I've had two and I'm plotting to get back there ASAP. The desserts look lovely too.

Their lime tea is so bad and the durian cake is old also when we tried first, it tased so bad.

I kept seeing amazing reviews for this place, so decided to try it out on a whim. The space was clean and aesthetically pleasing, so kudos on that part. I can't speak on customer service much because at no point did anyone really interact with me, which is a bummer for new patrons. I walked in and kinda followed other people lol but they have a variety of bread products, savory and sweet, against the wall. You are supposed to pick up a tray and use the tonsils to grab the items you want and when done, you simply take it over to the counter. I tried 3 things, 2 of which were taro products and the other meat item, I can't recall the name. The meat item was not memorable and it didn't get eaten other than a bite-something was off with the taste. Now, I love taro, so I was excited for these items. However, I was utterly disappointed. The portions of the bread that were taro were disgustingly mushy and the taste was not good. It was an epic fail on texture for me. Overall, it's a cute spot worth trying because you may have better luck with menu items, especially if you eat pork or beef, which I do not. I would try there again to see if this was a fluke but I will not be running back. read more

Brecotea is the best hands down. The tea is so much fresher than the other bubble tea stores around and you can't beat the bakery. I'm a bubble tea fanatic and this is the best place I've ever been to. No contest. read more

Super cute place! The flower wall is a must to take photos ! This place has so many unique desserts to pick from I just couldn't decide! They had everything from cookies to cake to breads and muffins and a bunch of other sweet treats! The Bubble tea on the other hand was a bit interesting... they had a lot of different flavors of which I've never heard of before. I got the mango green tea with a milk cap and crystals to be honest it was supbpar tasted like a regular mango milkshake. The crystals were interesting they were chewy but firm. I asked the staff to change out the drink and they did so happily and instead I go the milk tea which was a lot better. It was creamy and thick with a hint of brown sugar flavor to it! Must try! I also had gotten the rose cake. It was also a different texture. I wasn't the biggest fan of texture but the taste was very strong rose something very different ! Would I come back? Yes for the milk tea, the atmosphere and the great service! read more

Oh my goodness, I don't know how I have missed this place since they opened in July. My family happened to stumble on Brecotea today are we tried several items. The mixed fruit tea and Milk Cap teas are great! The crepes cakes are sooo good! We tried the blueberry and original, and both were perfect. We will be back for sure. read more

I really enjoyed this place. I had the oringal milk tea and it was coated in brown sugar and cream and it was DELIcious! i was expecting black milk tea like other boba places do but they switched it up very nicely. It reminds me of one of my favorite boba places in seattle. I got the dirty matcha bread and the chocolate. Not sure how i feel atm but i still finished it . Maybe it was what i was eexpecting and the type of bread they made threw me off but i will definitely be coming here again for my short stay in richmond! read more

this place is definitely for the aesthetic visuals. I like the fact that they have both savory and sweet breads and desserts. Their bread tastes superior to other bakeries I have been to. I would definitely come back when I am around. read more

There was an ad on instagram that peaked my interest. I've been to a few bubble spots/bakeries but this one was new to the area. It's a bit in the cut but you can see it pretty easy once you come through the parking lot. The inside is cute, there's a decorated wall that's ideal for all your instagram photos. The cakes are in the front for display and the breads are in the back. I like that you can get your own bread in the back, makes things quicker for ordering. I ended up ordering the Kiwi tea and rose crepe cake, they got the cake immediately and it took a few minutes for the tea. The cake was really good, nice and light plus not too sweet. Kiwi tea was good but I think there were too many kiwi chunks. Overall it was nice, wouldn't mind stopping in here again to get a cheesecake slice. read more

Love that you can add as little sugar as you like. My fave orders are the passion fruit green tea and the grapefruit tea, both with boba and 30% sugar. read more

This place used to be our go to boba place in the West End. But apparently their menu changed and it's been a disappointment. I heard two people ahead of us ask about the Oreo "bobo" which doesn't contain tea and apparently that was taken off the menu. That was one of our favorites as well. Sounds like it was pretty popular but they got rid of it. Such a shame. Maybe they will bring back some of the popular items. We will stick with Kung Fu Tea. read more

delicious, and everyone was very nice! i loved the mango mille crepe!! i also got the mango milk tea, which i didn't love, so next time i will try something else. read more

Their deserts are so so good! We've had the "mili crepes", the cheesecake & these cute Little bear pastries. There hasn't been 1 we haven't liked yet! Their drinks aren't our favorite but I would toeally recommend you try something from their desert selection. We've been there a few times & it looks like they have different deserts every day which is kinda cool. Gives you more options each time you go read more

Brecotea - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was disappointed with strawberries milk cap. It seem way too salty to me. With bubble and salty milk cap and fresh strawberry did not match well on my taste buds. But I could not try regular bubble tea and baked goods. So I defiantly give another try on this spot! read more

Brecotea - Strawberries milk cap with bubble - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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The tea and the bread was good but the customer service is literally a 3/10. I wasn't even greeted in when I walked in. I asked a question about bubba tea and then they responded in a way which didn't even help me, they told me I reccomend the signature and I asked about some bread and their ingredients but they didn't really try to help me. Honestly I would rather go to a place that doesn't have good tea and quality customer service. I just felt like I wasn't acknowledged at all. read more

Great to see a boba tea and pastry shop in the west end. However, my green tea milk cap was very bland and you could barely taste the tea. Seems like the ice melted and diluted the tea even more. They should brew the tea to be stronger to compensate. read more

Just recently found out about this place, ordered an orange tea and it's amazing! Cashier that helped me was so kind! Such a cute place and so glad it closes late! 10/10 read more

Good community service. But bad drinks. If you want good boba go to kung fu tea

Tried the place twice. The first time was a bit under-whelming. Ordered a kiwi tea which tasted pretty good but took 15mins to get. The 2nd time ordered boba. Boba was a bit hard but the drink itself tasted decent but a bit too sweet for my liking. Nice variety of pastries but prices on both drinks and bread are on the higher side compared to other spots. But overall adds something different to the Richmond area...sadly though if you've ever been to anywhere in NoVA you won't be impressed. read more

The signature milk tea is just very sweet milk and little tea but I enjoyed it nonetheless. The boba was chewy and delightful. I got a custard bun and a strawberry custard bun. They were light and tender and the custards weren't too sweet. I would love to go back and try a fruit tea. read more

Brecotea - Strawberry Custard Bun and Custard Bun - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Love love bubble tea! I am biased bec anything with pearls i really like! Their bread is well baked, the area is spacious enough. Mostly customers do togos anyway. So it is rly like a typical cafe shop. Wish they have taro bubble tea too! Plus points since it is close to my home. read more

Freaking delicious, fairly priced. Reminds me of the bakeries in China where you pick your own pastry. Everything we got was delicious and the milk tea was bomb. They were not stingy with boba and the cups are so cute! read more

Super tasty café foods! Lots of lovely bakery treats and great drinks. A little on the pricier side but worth it I think! The staff is friendly and helpful. read more

AMAZING! The pastries are so fresh and soft with just the right amount of sweetness. The hazelnut chocolate bear is a must try. Also the teas are made from fresh fruit to order. My daughter got the strawberry milk cap which tastes like strawberries and cream. I got the grapefruit tea which is super refreshing. Will definitely be making more regular stops here! read more

Brecotea - Strawberry custard, grapefruit tea and strawberry milk cap tea - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Baked goods were okay, the macaroons where very overcooked, sponge cake lacked flavor, the hazelnut cheesecake though good lacked a hazelnut flavor. read more

They have the best milk caps and bubbles of any place I have been to. Their four season and golden oolong milk cap teas are amazing. Bakery is hands down the best in the area. Atmosphere is unique and inviting. read more

The drinks were good, but the service wasn't friendly or welcoming. We wanted to order pastries based on the previous reviews, but all of their display cases except for the cakes at the front were empty. read more

Super cute place! Nice decor and friendly staff. Crepe cake was super light and delicious and the lime tea was insanely refreshing! Totally delighted me and my little brother, we will definitely be coming back! :) read more

I love going here because all the staff are nice. The boba tea and bread are all delicious.

This place is wonderful! The interior is smartly decorated and very aesthetically pleasing. I purchased a bubble milk tea and it was perfect- the consistency of the boba hit that sweet spot between chewy and firm. The prices were super affordable, and you get quite a lot for what you pay! The staff were super helpful, even if you are new to boba they seem very approachable. They recommended the Custard Lover pastry to me which was very tasty! read more

Brecotea - Custard Lover pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Richmond, Virginia