Waco Cha (now Cha Community) was one of my favorite pitstops for a treat or friend hang while I was in college. The owners are thoughtful entrepreneurs who work hard to connect community in their spaces while making such good food and drinks. Waco is lucky to have them! read more

This is the boba shop that's our go-to when we're in town or passing through! It's rare to find a boba shop with amazing drinks as well as savory eats. There is something for everyone! I got the hojicha with oat milk, no sugar, regular ice and matcha strawberry (that was da bomb!). They were also able to accommodate my hubs who can't have dairy or sugar! He got a jasmine green tea iced and he was very happy. BUT what really made this trip so special was the yummy eats we got to go with our drinks. We got pan fried veg mandoo, bbq pork steamed bao, and green onion pancake. I grew up spending the weekends in Flushing, Queens eating these type of snacks and boy, eating these brought me back to those good times! read more

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Drink: I ordered a large peach green tea with boba, no ice, and it was fantastic. The tea was brewed beautifully , fresh, balanced, and not syrupy sweet like some other boba spots. The boba itself was perfectly chewy and just sweet enough to complement the drink, not overpower it. I also really appreciated that, even with no ice, they filled my cup completely to the top. Simple, thoughtful detail and it makes all the difference. Service: The staff here was genuinely kind and patient. I asked a few questions about sweetness levels and tea bases (I'm mindful about sugar intake), and they answered every one with care, no judgment, no pressure, no upselling. They made the drink exactly how I ordered it and didn't try to push other menu options on me. That respect and attentiveness go such a long way. Ambiance: Cha Community has such a warm, creative vibe, red brick walls, cozy coffeehouse energy, indie music, local art, and stickers that make the space feel personal and loved. The whole café smelled amazing, and you can tell they've put heart into the details. It's the kind of place that feels like a little pocket of calm and connection in the middle of the day. Overall: Highly recommend stopping here if you're in Waco. The experience was night and day, proof that quality, care, and consistency matter more than anything else. Refer to my Poppa Bear review if you want the comparison, but honestly, just come to Cha Community first. read more

Cha Community - Peach green tea with boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

I'm from the Bay Area so naturally -- I'm a boba snob. I have to call out good boba when I have it especially if it's out of the competing foodie scene of California. We spent the afternoon venturing through Waco, and wanted to pick up a refresher before heading back to the house. The consensus in the car was to stop for boba. This shop itself is super spacious and offers plenty of seating to get some laptop time in. We ordered our drinks based on the recommendations from the barista and were well on our way within 10 minutes of stopping in. My tea was not too sweet just as I requested and the toppings were generously added based on preferences. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area. Support local small businesses y'all! read more

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I heart cha community! The octopus balls were mega yum and the book shelf has a great assortment of books read more

Cha Community - Takoyaki - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

It was a warm day so to cool off we drove here to get refreshed. Just made a quick stop to order cold drinks. I had the Wacoco Organic coconut black tea with a house sweetener and oat milk tea and mango popping boba. My son had Bee U Green Tea, Jasmine green tea with strawberry puree. Well my drink was delicious with every silent popping mango boba inside my mouth made my warm day entertaining and cool!!! read more

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Great service, good boba and food! Wonderful place to sit and study. Parking situation is kind of annoying; make sure to read the signs before you leave your car to avoid getting towed read more

I was surprised that Cha Community was right across from Splendid Oaks. I didn't recognize it until I found it on Google Maps. My friend shared that their food was legit, so we decided to stop by for lunch. We ordered pork belly, Taiwanese cold noodles, coffee, and sparkling blood orange lemonade. Everything was good, but the Taiwanese noodles were surprisingly spicy! They were delicious and flavorful, but the spice threw me off a bit. We enjoyed everything, as it was far better than I expected. We will be stopping by again to try other items on the menu! read more

Stopped in on a drive through Waco, and this place almost made me think about staying in town for a while. Probably the best curry dish I've ever had. The cabbage was the perfect addition to the curry, which wasn't as flavorful on its own. The portion size was pretty large for $10 and left me feeling full for the rest of the day. I also had a strawberry matcha latte at 50% sweetness, which I'd recommend getting a bit sweeter if that's what you're after. The interior felt really trendy and cozy, and there were a few children's books available in English and Mandarin to flick through while waiting. They also offer a small selection of pan dulce by the register, which looked very tempting. read more

Cha Community - Chickpea Curry - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Waco Cha Went to the store front next to Alpha Omega, their service was very quick and good. Galaxy Lemonade was a purple color lemonade, was okay nothing that would get me excited. Milk Tea with Boba is a favorite among the college crowd and they will come back for their Boba drinks. They generally are at the Saturday and Sunday Farmers Market. Some of their t-shirts are fun and popular. read more

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My friend and I had seen this place on Instagram, so we stopped by when we were hanging out in Waco. Drinks: 5/5 I got the galaxy lemonade, which was really good! It was refreshing, and it wasn't too tart. My friend got the strawberry matcha, and she said that it tasted good too. Boba: 3/5 The boba itself had a subtle hint of sweetness, which made it tasty! Unfortunately the texture of it was way too soft, instead of being firmer and chewier like I've typically had at other boba places. read more

Cha Community - Strawberry matcha and galaxy lemonade with boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

The boba hits just right. Surprised that Waco has a legit boba shop. The place has a lot of open tables to study and the wifi is reliable. Note, the parking lot is the sandy lot across from Cha Community. You can also just park along the street in front of the place. read more

Cha Community - Taro cream - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

My favorite Boba place in Waco! As a Baylor student I love when they have the boba truck on campus! The Waco location is a really nice study spot with very friendly staff. Fun place to hang out with friends and play games too. Their dumplings are really good and I also love their takoyaki! My go to drink is the Jasmine milk tea or the Wacoco. read more

There was a trailer at family weekend. They kept the line moving and grooving. The Milky Way (25% sweetness + tapioca boba) was amazing. My new favorite boba place! read more

Dumplings were tasty. Wish they served with beef and not just pork. Tea with mango bubbles was delicious.

Great tasting Matcha and Boba! The place is cute, love the bar sitting in front of the window. Perfect for a gloomy day! Great customer service!. read more

Cha Community - a cup of bubble tea next to a cactus - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

TLDR; Best Boba in Waco, period! Get some ASAP. My Favorites: Vietnamese Coffee (25% Sweetened, Extra Boba ); Milky Way (25% Sweetened, Extra Boba); Galaxy Lemonade . I've been to multiple boba places in Waco, and the care and dedication Waco Cha puts into crafting their drinks definitely shows - I haven't gotten something that I HAVEN'T liked yet! I also have introduced friends who don't like Boba to Waco Cha and they love the drinks too, even without the Boba. Vibe of the store is really chill, too. This is a 5-star Waco gem with a great mission to help build strong communiTEA! Love it! read more

Cha Community - Vietnamese coffee, 25% sweetened. 100% delicious. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Wasn't a big fan of boba until i came to this place!! Now I'm obsessed, especially with the brown sugar boba! The staff is super friendly and the place is so cute and cozy!! Would recommend to anyone who needs a new regular boba place! read more

Cha Community - Brown sugar boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Anyone that knows me knows I love boba tea. Waco Cha is the real deal. It's so fresh and authentic, and by far the best place to get boba tea in Waco. It's not powdery and artificial like some other places can be. You can tell the ingredients are 100% real. Also, the options are plentiful. So many different teas to pick! The artwork outside and inside the building is so incredible. I'm a huge fan. Another wonderful thing about Waco Cha is how invested in the community they are. I first had Waco Cha at the Waco Farmer's Market and am thrilled they have a food truck and a store front. Waco Cha is amazing! Go, go, go if you have not been! read more

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Great atmosphere, awesome food, delicious boba! This local spot is homie and welcoming.

Where do I begin?!? Our experience with Devin and Cha Community who catered our daughter's wedding in Waco, Texas at the Palladium was absolutely wonderful! From our first contact to closing the doors after the reception: there are not enough stars!! Everything and everyone arrived on time! Set up seemed effortless and smooth. The food was delicious! We had dumplings, cold noodles, pork bellies, Gua bao, chick pea curry, and cucumber salad (soo many people loved the cucumber salad!!) ALL was OMG delicious! The servers were kind, pleasant and so helpful and Devin stayed to help and make sure everything went perfectly! We also used a Boba Tea Bar and it was truly enjoyed by all! I highly recommend using Cha Community to cater your next event! Thank you Davin and Jaja - you have done Waco proud! read more

We love Waco Cha! My family and I were planning a trip to Waco and stumbled across Waco Cha on instagram. My brother in law grew up in Taiwan and they are always looking for authentic bubble tea experiences. Waco Cha did not disappoint. We hunted their truck down TWICE at an antique store and at the farmers' market- and it was so worth it. They hold a special place in their community and also offer excellent and authentic bubble tea with various options. read more

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Cha Community is amazing! The drinks are great and the food, as well! Inside is cozy, with character. Service was professional and prompt. They also have books and games to keep you/your family entertained. I love this place! read more

Update: I have tried their dumplings and coming from someone who has never had them, I really enjoyed them :) I still think parking is not the Best but it's not something that can be changed. read more

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Seriously one of the BEST milk tea I've ever tried! I'm from Houston and I've had a lot of boba! Really excellent quality, they use organic milk and creamer and you can tell the flavors are authentic versus being from a powder or mix like 99% of milk teas. I got the Milky Way (Thai Tea) and it was perfect at 50% sweetness. All natural and some of the best Thai tea I've had. I've tried to replicate my own Thai Tea at home because I'm tired of the process version and my Thai Tea doesn't even come close Really good! read more

Cha Community - Milky Way Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Easy to find and park, just make sure you park in the right in the NeighborWorks grass parking lot and not Alpha Omegas parking lot. Cute tables and spaces for sipping boba with friends. I loved the Waco Cha with oat milk. Boba is very good, nice staff with ! A great find in Waco. read more

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Fantastic boba!! We are boba snobs from Maryland and were very impressed with Cha Community. The store itself is SO cute, the people working there are incredibly friendly, and the food options are so inclusive. Make this a stop when you visit! read more

Cha Community - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Great drinks. We had the Brown sugar boba and the Thai Tea and they were both delicious. We have been looking for a good boba spot and this is the best we've been to in Waco. Great environment as well. read more

The atmosphere and the employees were personable and friendly! There were even games to play while we waited for 15 minutes with the looming threat of having our car towed. The sole reason that we went there is the only thing that let us down. The boba was bland and tasteless, while the tea itself was rather meh. However, the milk tea was good! Overall, the serving size was relatively small, but the atmosphere made up for it. Lots of cute plants and nice people. Keep the dollar, Devin. read more

They always have great food, drinks, and friendly service! I took my girlfriend for the first time today and the food was so good she didn't even notice she was eating the paper along with her bao bun. We had a nice meal and a nice laugh. read more

I love boba tea and Waco Cha did not disappoint! Honestly, I was pulled in by their business philosophy and values of always using fresh-made teas/syrups and properly cooking their boba. Not to mention three of their staff members are from Norman, so gotta support fellow Norman peeps! I rarely see Butterfly Pea tea on any menu, so I was stoked to see their Galaxy Lemonade option (pictured). Got it with 50% sugar and boba and WOW, it was delish! Second trip I got the Milky Way with 50% sugar, boba, and oat milk - I'd increase to 75% sugar next time, but still really enjoyed it! Location is great, love their value for community, and would totally hang out in their tea shop if we lived locally. Check it out! read more

Cha Community - Galaxy Lemonade w/boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

So good! We ordered two large orders of the pork and veggie dumplings. Whenever I order dumplings, I tend to expect frozen Ling Ling potstickers so I was really impressed by these! The veggie had edamame which I never had before. You can choose 2 sides and we went for the Asian slaw and cucumber salad. It really helped balance out the dumplings. My favorite was the cucumber salad - it was a perfect marinade of sweet and sour read more

Cha Community - Large dumplings with asian slaw and cucumber salad - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

Amazing authentic Taiwanese milk teas. Love the Matcha Cha-tte and Wacoco (coconut black tea with honey and oat milk). Boba is done perfectly, staff is so kind & helpful. Love the new storefront but it's always fun to find their truck at the Downtown farmer's market or elsewhere! Drinks are a little pricey but you pay for the great quality and get it every time. Love this place!! read more

Cha Community - Matcha Cha-tte w/ oat milk & boba, 25% sweet - Bubble Tea Near Me - Waco, Texas

I've been coming here almost daily for months. Fantastic drinks, quality, and service. I love that all the drinks are fresh and not made from artificial powders like some other tea spots in Waco. My favorite is the matcha, but I love every drink I've tried and their from-scratch dumplings. It's a great environment to study, meet people, and relax. Parking is not as difficult as other reviews make it seem - park right in front of the store (street parking), or across the street in the lot. read more

Best bubble tea! Best service and great response time. If ever have a question they are quick to respond and always always helpful! I am fan of all teas, I can not do matcha anywhere else read more

I didn't even go in. my mom wanted some boba and our usual place was out of the bursting balls so i was looking for another place to get her some. saw this is a bubble tea place but the lady was so rude on the phone i didn't even go. read more

Amazing tea! And a nice place to study. Don't be afraid to try something new here. The team is always nice here.

Absolutely beautiful atmosphere & milk tea!! If you're in Waco & craving something sweet... this place is an absolute MUST!! Will definitely be coming again :) read more

I'm prefacing this review by saying that I'm a frequent customer of Waco Cha and I love their amazing boba and overall aesthetic, ambiance, and community philosophy. They're pretty consistent when it comes to their tasty boba and I have never visited to find out they're out of boba, read my 1102 review to know what I'm talking about. I love the atmosphere and service is pleasant, not Chick-fil-A-type service, but pleasant enough. This might not be the most popular opinion, but I would like a more efficient cover for the drinks, one that avoids constant drink spills. I love the plastic seals that most boba places put on their drinks. I love to flip my cup upside down and shake up my bubbles at the bottom to avoid drinking the syrup with the first sips; however, I find that when I stir the drink at WC, I'm constantly reaching for napkins due to spills. The lids are not very efficient. One other thing, maybe a more varied menu, even if it is limited, might entice additional customers. When I travel to other cities, I love ordering smoothies or slushes (lychee or passion fruit flavored). In my opinion, these recommendations would make Waco Cha the absolute best boba shop in Texas!! read more

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I had the wacoco drink and it was delicious. The interior is also super cute and they have board games you can play with friends. Can't wait to go back go Texas to try this place out again! read more