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    4.3 (191 reviews)
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    Pui Y.

    Stopped by during the LNY festival. There was a line and some wait for the tea. The decorations made a relaxing atmosphere. I went to the CNY booths to kill time while waiting for the drink. It's great that it's in a busy area. Downside is that it is not close to the parking structure.

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    Amy L.

    My favorite drinks are back. The only time i would come to chicha is for their taro series. I can't decide which one is better betweem the milk tea or the fresh milk. But the taro paste and balls are what makes the drink amazing. Wished it was permanent but since it's not that's fine. Save me money since drinks are overpriced. When you come in, you line up to place your order on the kiosk. Then you wait for for drinks to be called. But most of the time they make alot of orders then call people to pick them up so i just show them my receipt instead of waiting. Otherwise you waste more time since drinks take a while.

    Belinda T.

    I've been to both the SG location as well as the Alhambra one quite a few times and it's always been a consistent experience in terms of service and quality. The best part of Chicha San Chen is their teas--super fragrant no matter which tea you order. My absolutely favorite is the Green Milk Tea with Taro Balls, and it comes with a refreshing jasmine tea paired with chewy soft taro balls that aren't too sweet (best Asian compliment ofc). This last time I also purchased some Lishan Oolong tea (light roast and medium dark roast) and wow, it bloomed into whole tea leaves, not just scraps. Pretty good quality. Went back on a weekend and they had BOGO 75g Lishan Oolong--$40 for 150g, what a steal! The staff here are always really polite and nice, and this particular store is huge with plenty of seating spaces. There's a free parking garage behind Gen right around the corner.

    Teeling L.

    CHICHA San Chen is a world-renowned Taiwanese bubble tea chain that brought its high-end, "Michelin-equivalent" tea experience to Alhambra, CA, as part of its strategic expansion within the San Gabriel Valley. CHICHA means "to drink tea", while San Chen refers to a Chinese proverb about finding the best single thing among many, symbolizing their dedication to quality. Funded in 1998 in Taichung, Taiwan, the brand is built on over 20 years of traditional tea-making expertise. It is famously known for receiving an award equivalent to three Michelin stars from the International Taste Institute (iTQi) for its exceptional tea quality. The shop offers a bright, spacious environment with seating and outlets, making it a popular spot for studying or a refined tea break. There's also a tasting bar where staff sometimes offer free tea samples and education on different roasting degrees. CHICHA features six core teas, including the award-winning Dong Ding Oolong, Cassia Black, and High Mountain Pouchong. Drinks are typically one size and can be customized with various toppings. Drinks generally range from $7 to $9. Our favorite drinks are Osmanthus Oolong Tea with Honey or Mango, Peach Green Tea, and Bubble Milk Tea. Their seasonal drinks were also pretty good. There's street parking and a free parking structure located directly in the back.

    Cassia with Mousse ($7.25), Green Tea with Passion ($7.25), Taro Ball Tea Latte ($8.25), Dong Ding Oolong Tea ($6). 12/27/2025
    Sandra L.

    As always, I love Chicha San Chen for their aesthetics and tea. It has been over a year since I've been to one and this is my first time at their Alhambra location. The interior of this location is huge! Very clean and open. We got lucky and there was no line on a Saturday afternoon. We ordered Cassia with Mousse ($7.25), Green Tea with Passion ($7.25), Taro Ball Tea Latte ($8.25), Dong Ding Oolong Tea ($6). I forgot that the mousse has a sweet flavoring to it that makes it a bit too sweet even for this sweet tooth. Their drinks are very expensive for what it is. The size is on the smaller side and for a basic tea with no milk or add-ons, its already $6. The tea does taste good, but nothing too great. Overall, I think I still like Chicha San Chen for what it is, but I wouldn't frequent them all the time.

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    Katherine S.

    This is one of my favorite boba spots! My go to is the green tea with cream (light sugar). I really love the strong tea flavor since they really extract out the flavors from the leaves using the fancy machines. I strongly recommend adding the cream - it's rich but not overpowering and yet adds creaminess to the drink! Service is always awesome and the sitting area is super nice! You can order ahead of time and note that they do not have no ice option but you can do less ice.

    Carol C.

    It was my first time trying Chicha and the staff member was very helpful in explaining the menu and letting us smell the different teas to get an idea of where to start! I decided to go with the the Osmanthus Oolong tea and added the mousse and konjac jelly. My drink was tasted so fresh and you can really taste the quality of the tea! I had a great experience.

    Chloe L.

    One of my absolute favorite boba shops in the 626! It's a bit on the expensive side but the tea flavor is super strong and the presentation is really cute! The inside is very spacious with a decent amount of seating. A little on the sweeter side so order less sweet it you prefer it not too overwhelming!

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    Riki J.

    Heard a lot about their tea so went to try it out. Tried the taro fresh milk, dong ding oolong and lemon tart. They were all good. The taro fresh milk came with actual taro and taro boba and was my mom's favorite. My dad enjoyed the dong ding oolong as it wasn't too sweet and had a smokey flavor. I really enjoyed the lemon tart but the "perfect sugar" level was a little too sweet for me, would try a little less sugar next time. Went on a weekday to avoid any crowds. At the time of my visit, it only had one lost to self order from and it was occupied for a bit so I placed an online order from the QR code. The main difference is that at the in-store kiosk they make the drink right away, and for the QR code it is for ordering online so it may be 20-25mins wait.

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    Emmelynn G.

    This was very overrated. And it was SO expensive! Yes, the tea flavor is strong... but the drink as a whole wasn't amazing. Just very underwhelming and made me upset to pay around $10 for a small drink I didn't end up liking. Lol! I wouldn't recommend and I wouldn't come back :/

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    Melissa R.

    I heard about this place from reddit recommendations. I decided to try the Dong Ding Oolong Tea with fresh milk and bubble. I wish they had a non-dairy creamer option, but they don't. Honestly for the $8.66 price tag, the portion was smaller than a regular serving anywhere else. So for that reason, I'd keep exploring and try other bubble teas

    Victoria C.

    I stopped by with some friends because they're big fans of this place. Based on their taste in drinks, I had a feeling it would be a solid choice. It was my first time here since I don't live in the area, so it was a good treat for me. I also love how convenient the parking was. What I loved most was the strong tea flavor in the drinks; you can really taste the tea. They brew it right in front of you, and it's pretty cool to see how efficient their assembly line setup is. A lot of places near me don't quite have the tea flavor I'm looking for in their drinks, but I make do since I can't always travel 40 minutes just for boba. I usually go for fruit teas with less sugar, so the stronger tea flavor was perfect for me. I got a Peach Green Tea with 50% sugar, and it was just right. The peach flavor still came through, and the tea complemented it really well. The only downside is that there can be a bit of a wait if the lines are long, since each drink is made to order. But they're really efficient, which helps speed things up. Plus, there are plenty of seating spots, so it's pretty comfortable to just chill and wait for the drinks. Overall, I think this is a solid spot, and if I'm ever in the area with time to spare, I'll definitely stop by again.

    Sean Z.

    In the heart of Downtown Alhambra, this tea shop is truly a gem. Dont expect quantity with the higher price. Taste the tea and enjoy the the relaxed atmosphere if you choose to drink in the Cafe. The artisan tea shop prepared my order with care and was ready for pick up within timely manner. The tea was very tasty and the taro balls were chewy. I really like it. Their to-go cup comes with a cup holding strap thats convenient. Which you do not get if you picked the dine-in option. Overall, it was great, it gets a 4.8 out of 5.

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