If they could accommodate special orders they would definitely be 5 stars! I requested a half and half Bingsoo and they said they can't do that, even for an extra charge. They really need to consider it, IMHO read more

This is a small little place but has great desserts. We order random bingsu desserts whenever we come. The yes are pretty good as well. We did the dragon fruit lychee tea and was a good fruity tea. Wasn't strong on the tea side but wasn't bad. The biscoff banana bingsu was AMAZING. My wife and I share and it's enough for two people. Fresh fruit and slightly sweet shaved dessert. I never thought I'd crave shaved ice but their shaved desserts brings you back. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Biscoff Banana Bingsu and Lychee Dragonfruit Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Only place in Elk Grove that has bingsu! They also have small snacks and boba drinks as well. They have a good variety of different bingsu flavors. My favorite is the seasonal Peach Strawberry. It was so refreshing! It's not too sweet, so they provide a side of condensed milk. The portions are big enough to share. This location is small, but you can sit indoors or outdoors. You order through a kiosk, and they're pretty fast at getting orders. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Peach Strawberry Bingsu (Seasonal) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Wanted something sweet but not too sweet. The restaurant itself is very small. A couple of tables to sit and enjoy your desserts. Some tables outside also. Service was minimal. Order from a kiosk then wait for your name to be called and pick up order at the counter. My niece and I shared the seasonal strawberry and white peach bingsoo. That was so good! Strawberry was sweet. The peach was also so delicious! And the shaved ice itself was refreshing! My niece also got herself a mango drink and said it was good! I will Definately be back to try out the other bingsoo flavors! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - (Peach Strawberry Bingsu (Seasonal) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Best bingsoo in the area! You order at the kiosk, and there was about a 10-minute wait, which gave me just enough time to question whether dessert could really be worth the hype. Then my Mango Coconut Bingsoo arrived, and WOW. Instead of regular shaved ice, they shave ice cream. Yes, ICE CREAM. The texture was like powdery, sweet, creamy snow melting in your mouth. Absolutely delicious. The mango and coconut combo was on point, and every bite had me thinking, "Why have I been eating regular shaved ice this whole time?" read more

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If you're in the Elk Grove area and craving tea, coffee, or bingsu, find Bru Tea Cafe in the strip mall on the NE corner of Elk Grove Florin and Bond. It's small but mighty. Seating is a rare commodity here, but we got lucky and were able to sit and enjoy our bingsu. We tried the new flavor, "summer melon." So yummy and refreshing! We topped off the fluffy shaved ice concoction with condensed milk and Frosted Flakes. It came with cantaloupe and honeydew melon balls. Aesthetically pleasing and delicious. This is a perfect dessert for the hot weather. The finely shaved ice reminded me of real Hawaiian shaved ice...light and fluffy, like fresh soft snow. Most of their bingsu are $20 but since it's a seasonal special, I believe the summer melon is a few dollars cheaper. It's a generous portion and was enough for 2-3 people to share. We also ended up getting the "banana cinnamon einspanner" ($9), made with Viet coffee, house whipped cream (always get the cream!), banana, and cinnamon powder. Freakin' delicous! There's a lot of teas, coffees, and bingsoos I would love to try next time. read more

Easy to order drinks from the kiosk! Drinks: I got a jasmine tea with the sea salt foam - the foam was tasty, but the tea was very "geep", like it was steeped way too long and had a weird gritty texture in my mouth. my sister got the peach drink with osmanthus jelly - she thought it was a bit watered down enjoyable ambiance, but I personally wouldn't revisit based off of drinks alone. I'd come back to try the bingsu though picture- one of the drinks only offered 0%, 100%, or 125%, so my dad opted out of getting that drink haha read more

Bru Tea Cafe - sugar levels - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

The best spot in Elk Grove for bingsu! First time trying the thai tea version and the boba that came on the side was a little stale. Otherwise everything else was really good. Flavor and texture was A++. The place was packed on a Friday night and we had to be quick to get a table. It gets pretty noisy! Also please be patient if you order bingsu! It seems like it takes a while to make and they seemed understaffed. Don't forget to tip! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Thai Tea Bingsu - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I tried the Roasted Oolong Milk Tea and it just didn't taste good, similar to other places that have a powdery, artificial flavor. Maybe the bingsu is better but the milk tea isn't great. read more

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Small cafe serving drinks and bingsu. You order at the kiosk and wait for your name or number to be called. We ordered halo halo bingsu and 3 drinks - ube taro deluxe, guava goddess and butterfly white peach lemon sparkling. Halo halo bingsu was just okay. Shaved ice is light and milky and lychee jelly was good but the canned jack fruit wasn't a good match. The ube cream did not even have the slightest hint of ube flavor. Could do without the marshmallow fluff topping. Similar experience with the ube taro deluxe. No hint of ube but the taro was very good. Guava goddess and butterfly peach was super yummy and tasted like fancy mocktails. Highly recommend these. read more

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Bru Tea's bingsu is so good! I've tried almost all of their bingsoo flavors with my cousins, and they're a great size for sharing. Bingsoo flavor ratings: * 7/10 Strawberry Matcha * 7/10 Thai Tea * 9/10 Mango Coconut The service is always great, and it's a fun spot to share dessert with friends and family! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Matcha Green Tea Bingsoo Mango Coconut Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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This review is for the Jasmine matcha hot with foam and 100% sweetness. The tea is bitter. The matcha is not dissolved- see picture. Did not see option for changing milk. There are lots of topping options. Store looked clean with plenty of seating as I was the only customer on a weekday afternoon. Parking lot available. I ordered by the tablet even though they have a register I was not greeted by the employee. Payment was easy via credit card. The wait was not long. Hope to have better experience coming back for bingsoo. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Disappointed to drink a clump of matcha powder, they don't seem to whisk it through a sieve like Rang coffee does. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Bru Tea has been on my to try list for a while and I was worth it! We walked in and ordered at the kiosk. They had different teas, bingsoo, and grilled cheese. Ordering was easy and we got the Halo Halo Bingsoo. There was a little wait while it was being made. Once it came out we instantly loved how the bowl was overflowing. The snow was soft and silky, and all the toppings paired so perfectly. And then the hidden flan in the middle made it over the top. It was the ideal dessert on a hot day. read more

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Found a sweet escape at Bru Tea Cafe. From refreshing fruit to decadent chocolate, their bingsoo game is strong. Not a fan of shaved ice? They have a full menu of milk teas and fruit teas, too. The Lineup: * Mango Coconut Bingsoo: House-milk snow topped with fresh mango, mochi, coconut, sliced almonds, and vanilla ice cream. So light and refreshing! * Chocolate Brownie Bingsoo: A chocolate lover's dream. Loaded with Oreo crumbles, sliced almonds, brownies, chocolate sauce and ice cream. * Creme Brulee Milk Tea: The caramelized foam and brown sugar boba are the perfect pair. The space is cozy and pristine--perfect for a quick catch-up. Plus, the staff is super accommodating! You order at the kiosk, and they even have a bell for assistance. Would definitely come back! read more

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The mango hungry and mango cloud drink is my favorite but man they are just too slow. I have never been to a boba spot that takes so long to get 1 drink order out. This is my 2nd time here and I've waited more than 15 min for my drink. read more

Finally, a solid Bingsu place in Elk Grove! Bru Tea is both a boba tea house as well as a bingsu parlor. My recommendation is to stop by and grab a strawberry cheesecake bingsu. They have rotating specialty flavors/combos to keep the menu circulating and from getting stagnant. Portions are massive and the toppings are fresh. I'd highly recommend a visit. The texture and flavor is spot on. read more

A really nice and cute boba shop. They offer caffeinated and non-caffeinated drinks. They also offered snacks and desserts. You order at the kiosk and they will call your name when it is ready. I have tried few different drinks so far. Each drink, I had the sweetness level adjusted. I am so glad their drinks are not overly sweet. Some other boba places, their drinks are still too sweet even though you have the sweetness level adjusted lower. I tried the coconut coffee, lime orange tea, Hong Kong milk tea and banana cinnamon einspanner. All really good. The drink that stood out the most was the lime orange tea. It was really refreshing. This will be a good choice during summer. Service was nice and friendly. Looking forward to try their other drinks next time. read more

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Life is short... Eat more bingsoo ! This is my favorite place for bingsoo in Elk Grove! I will make the drive every time for a sweet treat. There's some seating inside and outside. The drinks I've tried have all been yummy as well. Staff are always kind and attentive. Casual after dinner hangouts or even midday catchups are great for this spot ! I will be returning over and over and bringing all my friends here. Thank you Bru Tea ! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Mango Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Never disappointed with order, service or vibe. Their shave iced desserts are just amazing. Just enough sweetness, gorgeous to look at, and the lack of guilt having such a delicious and tasty dessert because it's shaved ice, right? It's just within walking distance, so another guilt-free reason to support this local business. Yes, encourage you to run, not walk to taste and experience what I can't fully describe. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Mango Coconut Bingsoo. ;-) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Super cool spot. I came here with a couple of friends and had a great time. I ordered the Hong Kong hot milk tea with the mango bingsoo. To my surprise, the Hong Kong milk tea was really good. Love how they have seating areas for us to sit, chat, and enjoy. We talked for a couple of hours, the music is pretty loud but the atmosphere was really nice. This is such a good hang out spot. I'll definitely come back and bring my nieces for the bingsoo! FYI: you will need to place your order on the kiosk, so you won't see anyone at the counter until your order is ready. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Mango Coconut Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Stopped in Fri night for something sweet. Ordered the mango coconut bingsoo. You order from the kiosk. The bingsoos here are huge! You can definitely share them. Loved the mango & wish there was more little mochis. Staff were friendly. It wasn't busy when I arrived but shortly after the place filled up. read more

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Pretty tasty and fast service. It's a small place but still has plenty of seating. Cant wait to try more of their drinks read more

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I shared a banana biscoff shaved snow with a friend. It had layers of shaved snow, biscoff crumbles, sliced banana, and banana syrup, It came with a side of condensed milk. They were out of ice cream, so they offered complimentary toppings, including whipped cream, boba, and flan. I added half of the condensed milk, but that made the dessert too sweet so we couldn't finish. We thought the ice cream would've been a lot better, as we weren't a fan of the whipped cream and boba. The flan was really good, but also too sweet with everything. Overall, I did like the layers of snow with biscoff and bananas, but I would do without the toppings we got and only take ice cream if they have it. The service was quick and friendly and the venue was cute with plenty of seating. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Biscoff Banana Bingsu (sub whipped cream instead of ice cream) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Out of all the dessert places I've been recommended to try in Elk Grove, I probably hear about Bru Tea the most. I see why now. It's a small-ish establishment best known for their bingsu, but I dropped with some friends to try their drinks instead. The Lychee Dragonfruit Green Tea has a very refreshing flavor at 50% sweetness. The lychee bits and boba add-on will complement the drink well enough that I might shoot for 25% sweetness next time. Pretty good for $8! read more

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For yearrrrs I've been missing out on this delicious melt in your mouth goodness. Why did no one tell me bingsoo is NOT your typical shaved ice! I never bothered to even give bingsoo a chance, thinking it was bland crunchy shaved ice, same ol' asian desserts that are smothered in condensed milk, creating diabetics worldwide. Boy was I SO wrong! I tried their seasonal bingsoo: Strawberry Matcha Bingsoo First look.. in love! So aesthetically pleasing the way everything was placed in small cute cups on a tray with the bingsoo showcased in the middle as a mountain of glory. First bite... mind blown! The shaved ice was incredibly soft, smooth, and melted in my mouth. The matcha flavor was strong and the extras added a variety of texture of squishy mochi and crunchy cornflakes. I like that they put the condensed milk on the side so you can drizzle to taste. The fruits were fresh and nice pairing with the intensity of matcha flavor. The Ube Sesame was also aesthetic and refreshing. They don't skimp on the flavors. I asked for less sweet and it was perfect. The shop is totally made for social media. Decor was on point and the tables have lazy susans for that required dessert spin on reels. They have a screen on the wall that shows how they make the desserts that will have you drooling. I was already planning my next visit for more. read more

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i love bru tea! i'm a repeat customer simply because they're one of the few spots in sac that offer bingsu. their strawberry cheesecake bingsu is one of my favorites, light, fluffy, and honestly pretty sweet, but i have a huge sweet tooth so that's not a problem for me. the strawberries are fresh, the whipped cream light in texture and flavor, and the cheesecake is okay at best for me, i usually skip over it and give it to whomever i'm sharing the bingsu with. the bingsu has a huge mound of shaved ice on top but once you start getting to the base of the bowl there's strawberry syrup and condensed milk spread throughout, offering sweeter bites compared to the initial mound of bingsu you have to get through. if the bingsu isn't sweet enough for you, they give you a container of condensed milk on the side for you to pour and adjust the sweetness to your liking. the strawberry bingsu also comes with frosted flakes for extra sugar and crunch. the workers here seem to get along fairly well and are helpful if you ever have any questions, but it seems the default ordering process is through the kiosk. there is a bell for you to ring if you ever need to ask a worker a question. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Strawberry Cheesecake Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Good decent bingsu near us with a good amount of different flavors and toppings. Their seasonal bingsu is also nice and taste great and refreshing in the summer! I have had their milk teas and teas in the past, and theyre good as well. My only gripe is that the place is a bit small and cramped, so it does feel sort of warm when there is a good amount of people sitting inside. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Matcha Strawberry Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

My friend recommended this to me because it's one of her favorites and it was the closest place for bingsoo, so I finally decided to give it a try again. The first time I got the halo halo bingsoo and it was decent. We debated between mango coconut and strawberry cheesecake. We ended up getting strawberry cheesecake and it was pretty good! It would have been better with more strawberries and cheesecake because the slice they give is very thin and awkward to share. We went after dinner and there were a few customers enjoying their sweet treats. As we were waiting and finished our bingsoo, it started getting crowded at around 7:30. A worker had to bring out more chairs and tables for people to sit outside because their space inside is limited and does not have enough chairs or tables for the amount of customers. After finishing our dessert, I waited back in line with my friend to order a drink for her sister. We noticed that the ground was very sticky and it is missing their ordering kiosk at the front. They have a good speaker outside to announce orders that are ready. We went in after the order was called, but the drink was not at the table and no one was there to hand it to us so we awkwardly stood there for a while and thought about pressing the bell to call them over. read more

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YUMMY and REFRESHING! they have a really nice menu for all taste buds that is easy to order. We had the ManGo Cocunut and Tiramisu -- so good. We also had a side order of the plan that I probably will be skipping. Clean and good service. You do have to clean up after yourself. They have an area where you can separate and dispose of your trash in the back of the restaurant. we didn't mind :) Happy to help read more

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Very small place inside with very few seats. Ordered through kiosk so not much service. I definitely enjoyed the bingsu as it was refreshing and light on a hot day. Would come again. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Mango Coconut Bingsoo, matcha - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Great Bingsu in Elk Grove! If you are craving something sweet, I really recommend visiting. Service took a while but there were plenty of places to sit and wait. We shared the Strawberry Matcha and Coconut Mango Bingsu between 3 people. I liked the Strawberry Matcha more but my brothers like the Mango one. Both were really tasty and they did not skimp on the toppings! Perfect summer treat! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Mango Coconut Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Came here after a night of hot pot, for something cold and refreshing. The establishment was pretty busy, a lot of people were waiting for their drinks so me and my kids went to order off the menu. It was a self pay situation. Ordered a Thai milk tea, mango cloud and Ube taro. My eldest son did not like the Ube taro, he didn't realize it was going to be as thick as it was. My youngest switched with him since he was full off hot pot but the Thai milk tea was good. I got the mango cloud with mango bits. I was cautious when ordering because I hate mango flavored drinks I want full on mango. I was not disappointed the drink was really good. Other than that, the place was clean and the staff were friendly. They even upgraded one of the drinks by accident and stated it was okay. We'll definitely be back for the bingsu! read more

Was at Adam's Market a few suits away and decided to get some sweet after from Bru Tea Cafe. Like many other Boba and tea spots in the Sacramento area, there was the kiosk area and a staff member taking orders at the counter. Because everything here is new to us, we decided to order with the young girl. Drink: Rated B Drink wasn't bad. Definitely sweet but not too sweet. And it had a bit of blackberry pulp in it. read more

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Stopped by on a Thursday after work around 5 PM and ordered a Thai milk tea with boba and the halo-halo bingsoo to-go. The Thai milk tea was solid -- smooth and flavorful -- and the boba had a nice, chewy texture (not hard at all!). I especially enjoyed the flan and toppings in the halo-halo, which added a great mix of textures and flavors. Ordering is done through a kiosk, which makes the process quick but doesn't really allow for much interaction or feedback. Our order was ready in about 10 minutes or so. The vibe is casual and relaxed -- definitely a popular hangout for locals and kids looking to cool off with a sweet treat. I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area again, especially to try one of their non-caffeinated drinks. The Guava Goddess caught my eye! read more

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I had the tiramisu bingsu and it was so good! The ladyfingers were moist, soft, and very flavorful! The coffee the lady fingers are dipped in was quite strong and I really enjoyed it. I was quite impressed. Bingsu is one of my favorite desserts and Bru Tea Cafe did not disappoint! I will absolutely be back to try the other flavors. I like to pour the condensed milk and toppings in slowly as I eat it so that there are still enough for the shaved ice once you get past the initial toppings and all that is left is white. We also got a drink and I can't remember what it was, but it was very sweet. It may have been Oreo or something chocolatey. Despite my sweet tooth, I don't really enjoy heavily sweet things. If that's your preference though, I would recommend it! If not, maybe ask for half sweet or try a fruit tea or something else. The employees were very kind though and helped accommodate us. I think the only thing is that I wish they came by to clean the tables more often or offered to do it when they notice a new party sitting at a table. When we came, the table was a bit sticky and there were toppings on it so we had to clean it ourselves. Overall, would recommend this spot for bingsu. Can't wait to try more flavors! read more

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Bru tea cafe is a great small business for a quick snack or boba/bingsu to cool down! The interior is very welcoming and provides enough seating for a quick bite. My family and I have tried many drinks from here and are never disappointed. Our favorites are the ube lover and the halo halo bingsu. Will definitely keep returning and definitely recommend. read more

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Bru Tea Cafe is such a cute hidden gem! My friend and I went on a weekend afternoon. It wasn't too busy when we arrived and we were able to grab seats, but right after we ordered, the place filled up fast. There's seating for about 10-15 people, with a few more spots tucked away in the back near the bathroom. We shared the tiramisu and it was so good! It came topped with Cocoa Pebbles and a side of condensed milk that we poured ourselves, which was a fun little touch. The portion was just right for sharing. I'd definitely recommend this place and I'm already planning to go back and try more flavors! read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Bru Tea Cafe is located on the Northwest corner of Elk Grove Florin Road and Bond Road. It's a small establishment with a handful of tables - some of which have highly uncomfortable chairs. They feature bingsoo (Korean shaved ice), milk tea/fruit/coffee drinks (with your standard toppings like boba and less common toppings like Mango bits), and small bites. Orders are placed through a kiosk near through front counter but I've also seen staff take orders at the counter (which I prefer). We usually visit Bru Tea for their bingsoos. Their Mango version comes with Mango chunks and puree, whipped cream, almond slices, mochi bits, sweetened condensed milk, and a scoop of vanilla ice. It's perfection when mangos are in season!! I've tried a few of their milk tea and fruit-based drinks but they've been average so I haven't tried more on subsequent visits. read more

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I love boba tea. This place is nice and cute. Drinks are so amazing. Delivery. I need to come back with my husband and eat one of those ice cream ice type of things. They look delicious. I'm going back again read more

My nieces love bingsu, so we came here primarily for that and their sparkling tea. I didn't realize that sparkling tea was not a common item on most boba spots. Bru Tea is one of the rare places that had it on it's menu. We tried the Hawaiian sparkling and guava goddess. Both were tasty and refreshing. On our first visit, we got the strawberry matcha, mango coconut, and halo-halo bingsu. Bingsus are made of light shaved ice with fruit, ice cream and other toppings. The strawberry matcha had matcha in the shaved ice itself. You can also add frosted flakes and condensed milk for crunch and extra sweetness. The mango and strawberry bingsus were extra yummy because mangos and strawberries are in season. Food and drinks were really great however, the shop itself is really small and both times the seating areas were not cleaned after patrons left. They were plenty of staff behind the counters, but nobody ever came out to check on the dining areas. The shop is in a strip mall with plenty of parking. read more

Bru Tea Cafe - Matcha Strawberry Bingsoo - Bubble Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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