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Chicha San Chen

4.3 (67 reviews)
Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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Milk tea
Sherry B.

I get it now. Their tea quality is consistent. The king boba milk tea is the smoothest I've ever tried and there no weird after taste. This location surprisingly does not have a lot of people so it's not a long wait for placing an order. It's pricey stuff but good quality. Location is for mostly pick up with only two seats available.

Passion fruit green tea with pineapple jelly
Kristy H.

I've been to Chicha San Chen a few times now, and I understand that the quality or the tea is probably better than most places, but I honestly don't quite taste it. Maybe my palate is just not refined enough or I add too much sugar too my drinks or there's just too many good boba places in the SGV, but I feel like the tea is good but nothing super special. I also struggle with Chicha because every drink comes out to $6-8.25, which is a pretty steep price for the size. I got the passion fruit green tea with pineapple jelly for $8.25, and I honestly wasn't that impressed. Parking is easy to find in the parking lot, and the service is really good and fast. They also have samples of teas you can try.

Menu (Part 1) - February 8, 2026
Ian A.

I had a good experience at Chicha San Chen (Arcadia). I ordered the Bubble Volcano ($8.50). It's Milk, Brown Sugar, and Bubble Boba. The Bubble Boba felt like billowy, plump pillows. It's soft with a light playful bounce. Good quality! I arrived at Chicha San Chen (Arcadia) on Sunday (around 12PM - Opening Time). Parking is simple; the private lot is competitive but wide. Customers order at self-service kiosk or counter. Since the kiosk was closed during my visit, I ordered at the counter. Staff is very professional and hardworking. Staff worked quickly. My order took one minute and 11 seconds. Very fast!! As mentioned, I ordered the Bubble Volcano ($8.50). Although this drink tasted very milky & dull, its ingredients tasted fresh and exceptional. In addition, the bubble boba felt distinct and special in its own quality. All in all, it's arguably the best version of this plain sugary milk combination. Regarding ambiance, Chicha San Chen (Arcadia) is very clean and sleek. It's also small; there's two small benches and one little table. Surprisingly, this location has customer internet with password; details are viewable on counter's side. This location also has a gender neutral restroom. In addition, I appreciated the gentle, smooth instrumental music. Overall, I had a good experience at Chicha San Chen (Arcadia). The location is popular, yet the line vanishes quickly. Its boba also tastes expertly prepared and distinct. If you enjoy boba, this is an easy recommendation. 4.6 out of 5

Bubble milk tea  Fruit tea
Julian J.

Honestly my favorite place to get tea. I will say it's pricier compared to other tea places. The customer service is always kind and friendly . The inside is clean and has a modern look to it. 4 stars just because I wish they had more seats and some tables to just be able to sit and have tea with friends and family .

Menu - Feb 2026
Ana T.

I came here on a Friday afternoon and was able to find parking in the lot. There was no line at all. There was one kiosk, but the guy took my order. Service was great. I got the Osmanthus Oolong Tea with Honey. It was good tea and perfectly sweet.

Kimquyen L.

Great tea place to visit if you are a tea lover. You can really taste the tea in your drink rather it bring a sugar bomb. You can customize your drink according to your taste & when you don't want any sugar in your tea then the really don't put any in your drink at all unlike other places. Loved that they had the different teas they use out on display. Very cool place to visit.

Cassia Black Tea w Mousse + Bubble
Shirley W.

honestly best chicha location i've been to cause it was the LEAST BUSIEST of them all omg thankgoodness. Walking in, there was only one pair ordering from the kiosk, but they seemed indecisive so they were taking a long time lol. So there weren't any other customers in the store and all the employees behind the table were actually just chit chatting with each other. Honestly it looked like there was a lot of workers for just the boba shop, but that makes sense cause it's chicha. This store itself was quite spacious, more spacious than the San Gabriel location, but not as spacious as the Alhambra one. This one doesn't really have seating. I ordered my usual Cassia Black Tea with Mousse with Bubble. It didn't take too long to receive my order. This was 1pm on a Sunday and my receipt said I was #7... so am I just the 7th customer of the day? That's how you know this location is not that busy LOL. First sipping it, honestly, it was the best chicha crafted drink I ever had in any other chicha locations. The foam was perfect, tea was genuinely so pure, and the bubble was very fresh and warm. Compared to other locations, probably this one had more time to perfect the drink and were not as under pressure with so many orders, so this was PERFECT. I got so sad finishing my drink. I hope this location stays not as busy haha.

Brandon S.

I recently moved back into the area and am happy to find a chicha san chen so closeby to home. I ordered my standard green tea + mango with less ice and 30% sweetness. After a short wait time I got my drink which was still just as good as any other location that I've visited. Nothing more I could ask for.

Nick S.

We stopped by San Chen Tea and ordered the Green Tea Passionfruit and the Bubble Milk Tea. As usual, we went with less sweet, since the sugar level can easily overpower the tea flavor if you don't. That was the right call here -- the tea itself was fragrant and clean, and you can tell quality tea is the focus. This location was very busy, and we ended up waiting about 30 minutes. That said, they had plenty of staff and their workflow seemed well organized. It's clear they're aiming for consistency and precision with each drink rather than rushing orders out. Ordering is done through a self-service kiosk, which makes the process efficient but a little less personal, especially if it's your first time or you have questions. Given how busy they are, having a second kiosk might help reduce wait times, though I can also see how limiting orders helps manage the drink queue behind the counter. Overall, the drinks were very good. Unfortunately, I drank mine a bit too quickly and didn't get to fully enjoy how the flavor would evolve as the ice melted -- not the shop's fault, just a testament to how refreshing it was. Drinks: 4/5 - High quality tea, best enjoyed less sweet Service: 4/5 - Efficient and well coordinated despite the crowd Ambiance: 4/5 - Functional, but the long wait and kiosk ordering make it feel less personal. A solid spot for tea lovers who appreciate quality and don't mind a wait. I'd come back, just prepared for peak-hour crowds.

Inside
May T.

I got to try their milk tea with bobas. There is a bold flavor from tea that I look for. Right amount of sugar and right amount of milk in the tea. Bobas were sweet and chewy with good texture. They make fresh teas when customers order them so it could take a while to get your drinks during busy times. Inside of this place is modern with nice decors. Less sitting areas inside so it is not a good idea for group of people to hang out to drink bobas. Service was good and efficient and friendly.

New locations
Francine L.

If you like tea from Taiwan this place is pretty popular and has started having locations all around the San Gabriel Valley. This location is in Arcadia, in a small plaza that has a few other restaurants and stores around. Plenty of parking and this store looks quite new. Since I came after dinner I was super full and I couldn't really have a drink filled with boba or taro. I decided on the High Mountain Pluchong Tea with light sugar and light ice. Had to use the kiosk to make our drinks but it was pretty fast. Not a lot of people were here and we were the second people in the store. Didn't really have places to sit and chill inside so I guess you have to take it out like we did and just hang out in the parking lot while drinking our drinks.

Sharon K.

Very happy to see one in Arcadia, since the next closest location is in San Gabriel or Alhambra. There was no line when I went, and it recently opened. This location is mainly to go. I did not see much seating available. The parking is shared among other businesses in the plaza. Quality is just as good as the San Gabriel and Alhambra location. Prices are steep. They do offer online ordering which is great!

Ashley J.

So happy they opened this location!! Sad that it retired Tancha but it's a fair trade if you ask me haha. Go-to drink orders are the bubble milk tea and green tea with cream. Sweetness levels are perfect -- not too sweet at all. Tea quality is bold and robust. The boba is sooooo chewy and yum. Soft delectable goodness. Store is spacious and clean. Parking in the lot is easy.

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This place was amazing !! It's great to see how much effort they put into each drink. True craftsmanship and art!! I will be back soon

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