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ChaYes Tea

3.9 (99 reviews)
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Closed 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Strawberry bing bowl with sweetened condensed milk and lychee jelly--Never again with this place.
Susan C.

Remember when I said it would be my last visit, back in 2023? Well, I'm kicking myself... I decided to try them ONE MORE TIME because I was still irked about wanting to try the shaved ice...and it's become one of my biggest regrets. Just look at the photo I posted. Did a five year old make this..? It tasted as terrible as it looked. Not only that, but the owner (one of the owners?) was arguing very loudly on her phone, out by the register area. Tried but couldn't even have a conversation with my buddy at a table so we left (we were the only ones there). My ears hurt. Will never be back. For real this time.

Shaved Ice Milk with lychee jelly and boba
Jimmy W.

Do not come here. Food 0/3 If you are looking for light and flavorful shaved ice, this is not it. This was so poorly done and unappetizing. It's like they don't even know how to put ingredients together! The condense milk was poured on so thick like it was old. You would think shaved milk would be pretty easy to do, but the taste was off too. Service 0/1 No working restrooms. No spoons left, only forks. Employee was not particularly empathetic nor did she seem like she cared about being there. They don't even turn on the tv monitors to display the menu. Decor and atmosphere 1/1 Cute seating and adequate tables for dessert.

Filled up my stamps and they still didn't accept it
Anna H.

First time I've been back since pre-pandemic and super disappointed in my experience. We were first in line and waited about 20 mins for them to even acknowledge us, I understand they had a line of orders to finish but they could have said something. The two workers even started washing the dishes before even saying anything to us.. I've been a loyal customer for a long time. I had enough stamps on my stamp card to get a free drink, however, the employee said they couldn't accept it anymore. I asked if she could make an exception since it was a free drink and she said no. I've spent hundreds of dollars here and she didn't want to make an exception for me. Terrible customer service with a team that doesn't understand how to greet customers? I definitely won't be back again.

Strawberry Build Your Old Bing Bowl with fresh mango, peaches (canned :/ ), and chocolate syrup
Stephanie G.

The strawberry bing on its own is lightly flavored. Definitely not overwhelming in flavor and not at all sweet. Just subtle strawberry, which pairs nicely with whatever you decide to add on. The mango was so fresh and ripe, it was absolutely delicious. The peaches, during peach season, were canned which was disappointing. And the chocolate sauce drizzle was a good compliment. 2 people couldn't finish this but we both enjoyed it. They were out of a lot of options and flavors. We did come near closing so maybe they ran out after a busy day. They are adding a large selection of food to their menu in a couple of weeks.

Tropical Paradise
Tuyen P.

Came here because friends out of town wanted shaved ice/snow. Unfortunately, they were out of it by the time we got there which was 3pm. So next time call them first to verify. Friend was also disappointed because she couldn't get her Pretty in Pink drink because they were out of rose. Tough luck 2 out 2. A little disappointed that they ran out of an ingredient that is in 2 of their specialty drinks. I got the tropical paradise with lychee jelly. It was a little overpowering with the addition of sweet lychee jelly. So I don't recommend since the drink is sweet already. Maybe just normal tapioca would be good or something more subtle. Can't recall what the other people got but one of them was oolong green tea. It was super bland. I don't know if there was tea in it to be honest. Bf was polite so he didn't want to be that one person to complain to get another drink. Another friend's drink was way too sweet. So they decided to pour some of hers into his drink to balance out of the sweetness. Yea, it was a good try. His was a little sweeter but hers remain the same. Again, didn't want to make a big deal so we left. Since after we got there, another 6-8 people showed up with only 2 people working. On a side note, not sure if certain drinks come as hot or cold but if it does come in 2 temperatures to have it on the menu or the cashier can ask the customer what they want? Apparently they got confused with the oolong drink not knowing cold or hot so the girl making it was a little upset with the cashier. We were a little loud talking back there. Maybe they're both new? However, the cashier was very nice to us, don't get me wrong. Maybe a little more training, especially if they're new. 3 stars this time because things were out of stock, sweetness level is not the same across board of milk tea. Will definitely come back to try the shaved ice (bing), hopefully they'll have it and maybe other drinks like Pretty in Pink.

Decor inside
Dee X.

I wanted to try this place since I was in the area. The drink tasted okay. It wasn't my favorite. Boba pearls were not the best. Overall, I would not come back when there are so many better bubble tea places now. Place needs an update and workers were a bit slow. It wasn't a bad experience but not a wonderful one either.

MILK TEA
Michael K.

I ordered the Brown Sugar Boba Milk Refresher with 100% sugar and it was overwhelmingly sweet. It tasted like caramel at first. It got better when it got watered down. I really liked the next drink which was a black milk tea with strawberry and taro flavored at 80% sugar with tapioca pearls and lychee popping pearls! Sooo good! I love that I could get this delivered! Craving satisfied!

Rida S.

I came here after eying this place for a long time and was so surprised with how easy it was to find and it has a parking lot which is a win for me. I came inside and was greated right away and asked if I had any questions. I ordered the razzle dazzle on their signature drink menu, they also had so many options it was hard to choose. The drink was super sweet and tasty it was a mix mango and raspberry black tea, I love fruit tea the best so this was a great choice . I will definitely be coming back to try more of their teas and even bing!

Mango ice, kiwi boba, tri-color jelly.
Kari E.

We stopped in here for a treat after dinner one evening - it was probably an hour before closing time. I had wanted just a boba drink but was told they were out of regular sized boba. Not sure how that works at a BOBA place. Instead I decided to order the shaved ice. I got mango with kiwi popping boba and jellies (they were also out of my first choice of jellies - again?) and the condensed milk topping. I don't think I got the milk topping either. sigh. It was fairly tasty and quite refreshing, but also on the spendy side - I think it was around $6 without any additional add ons. The teas are around $5 AND you have to pay extra for boba!!!! (If you are lucky and they have them!) Much too expensive for me - I can go elsewhere for that!

Emily Z.

I had to lower by a star for this place solely based on customer service. I decided to give Cha Yes another shot and was glad to see they had salted foam as a topping choice now. I ordered it as a topping on for my Thai tea and when I was handed it, I received a comment that was judgmental and unnecessary (as if it was a disgusting choice in a drink combo). First, I've been to many well-known/borderline famous boba places in LA, NY, and even Asia. Most have salted foam as a topping for many on-the-menu drinks and they definitely have not judged me for adding it on if the drinks don't come with it. Makes me question their knowledge level of the boba tea market as well. I am not surprised to notice other people commenting on their subpar customer experience here. I am not sure I'll be back. If I did go back, it wouldn't be for the service (which is not right given service is an important aspect of customer retention).

Vietnamese iced coffee

This place is highly not recommended. $6.50 for 1/3 of coffee and the rest is ice. Don't even taste like a Vietnamese coffee either.

Mango sauce in the side cup (way too sweet). Taro with boba and herbal jelly, yum!
Ka V.

This is my first time with shaved ice and I loved it! I never liked ice cream that much, so this was such a nice alternative. It is fluffy and light, with minimal sugar. I got the taro with herbal jelly and boba on the side. They were very generous with the toppings! I got the mango sauce on the side and was glad I did. It was way too sweet. I would definitely want to come here again, especially to share a fun New treat with a friend.

Mimi X.

This place reminds me so much of the bubble tea scene back at home in Houston. They have so much milk tea options (such as the Hokkaido milk tea, matcha tea milk tea, etc). They even have shaved ice! Today I got the mango bing with strawberry and mochi. Omg it was so good. Everything is fluffy and delicious. 5/5. I also got the Sereni-tea (mango, lavender, green milk tea) with herbal jelly, aloe Vera jelly and tricolor jelly. Exceeded my expectations. I loved it. Next time, I'll adjust the sugar level to be slightly lower, it can be a bit sweet. I loved today's experience. The owner/worker today was very helpful and kind!

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