Sister store to the one in San Gabriel. It's less crowded here, so if you want to avoid the lines, come to this location. Once you walk in, there are kiosks that you order at. Their Chicha-exclusive tea machines are the star. It looks so cool and professional. It reminds me of an espresso machine, but in this case, it specifically brews tea. I ordered the High mountain tea with pineapple jelly, 0% sweetness. It was FANTASTIC. Full of tea fragrance without the drying tea effect. The pineapple jelly added just enough sweetness to the drink. You do taste the pineapple flavor, which contrasted the tea flavor perfectly. They also have very cute cup carriers that's environmentally friendly. I'll definitely be coming back to try out their other drinks. read more

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I've been a loyal Chi Cha San Chen customer for years, but the customer service I received at this location left a sour taste in my mouth. I accidentally ordered the wrong tea--that part was my mistake. However, when I politely asked if they could help me fix it, I was met with a cold, flat "no." I then asked if I could simply add boba and pay the extra charge, but I was told that wasn't possible either. What disappointed me the most was the lack of customer service and empathy. For a shop that charges premium prices for its drinks, I expected a much better customer experience. The barista's tone came across as dismissive and irritated, which made the interaction even more unpleasant. I still enjoy Chi Cha San Chen as a brand, but this visit was disappointing enough that I definitely won't be before returning to this location. read more

Came and tried the high mountain pouchong tea with lemon. It was super sweet but also tasted pretty good, so I bought one with less sugar and it was perfect. Parking was easy for me but I did come on a random weekday. Also no wait. read more

The drinks are so refreshing, will definitely come back. They haven't disappoint on tea drinks. Had the pouching lemon juice tea, non caffeine for my son condense milk lemon w/passion fruit order less sweet w/regular ice. I didn't utilize their ordering service but use the kiosk myself but could see the lack of customer service male employee when individuals came in and how he directed them to order from kiosk. Few spots to sit at, lots of space but not utilize correctly so people could enjoy the store. I came in with a service animal, I could see the male employee was eager to get me out. The female that was brewing my tea was friendly she actually was trying to get my dog's attention. Yelp site says dogs welcome but door sign says service animal only so misleading. Regardless, ours is a service animal. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

(+) BUBBLE MILK TEA (+) OSMANTHUS OOLONG TEA ChiCha San Chen is a tea spot with multiple locations throughout the world. Their tea leaves are imported from Taiwan. They offer green, black, osmanthus oolong, cassia, dong ding oolong, and high mountain pouchong teas. The menu is easy to read and they offer drink toppings such as bubble (boba), konjac jelly, coconut jelly, grass jelly, and taro balls. This location is located inside a food/shopping plaza, so parking is adequate. Drinks: I ordered the bubble milk tea because in order to accurate judge a bubble tea spot, you must try their bubble/boba milk tea, right? The intense tea flavor was the first thing to catch my attention. It took a few sips to get accustomed, but in the end, I really enjoyed it. The boba is soft and chewy. The tea flavor is stronger than the milk taste. I'd order that one again. My wife ordered the osmanthus oolong tea with konjac jelly. She also could taste the complexity of each sip. The different notes of the tea are distinct. She also really liked her drink and recommends it. Service/Ambiance: The store is well lit and clean. Chairs and small tables are missing, making it a a grab and go feeling. I love their drink holders that are tied to a string. It's a creative idea. Trust me, I didn't trust it at first. Overall, I would recommend ChiCha san chen for your tea cravings. The steep price tag is met with the quality of tea. It is definitely a treat but with so much competition in Arcadia, it does have enough fire power to stand on its own. I will be back to try their other drinks! read more

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We had at this place that other locations but this location I don't know it's a little bit different still taste good but I don't know if you understand but other locations when you open the door your nose starts to smell the freshness of the tea and you know that you are in for a tree this location a little bit on the small side when you open the door you don't really have that sense and that smell like the other locations do so I don't know why read more

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 read more

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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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Passion fruit green tea with pineapple jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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 . read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Cassia Black Tea w Mousse + Bubble - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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. read more

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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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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So cool to see a Chicha San Chen open up in my hometown--and happy to say the quality is just as good as their other locations! It looks like they're still in a soft launch phase; when I stopped by, staff were still being trained on how to make the drinks. The tea is super fresh, and it's nice being able to watch them prepare everything right in front of you. Drinks were delicious as always--though on the pricier side. read more

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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. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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One of my fav tea stores, I come here often! Not usually too busy, but you can also order ahead on their website. My go to's are iced honey osmanthus oolong tea and iced honey green tea + taro balls, light sweetness and light ice. They're sooo refreshing and always hit the spot. If you get a non-milk drink, I *highly* recommend adding taro balls. For milk-based drinks, add boba, they're cooked to perfection. The workers are friendly and fast. Love this place :) The cons: one cup size (wish they offered a larger size) & on the pricier side read more

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. read more

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Arcadia has seriously become ground zero for boba shops they're on every corner. Out of all of them, this spot is hands down my favorite. The boba is perfectly chewy, the drinks come out fast, and I never have to wait too long. The staff is friendly, the shop is always clean, and parking is surprisingly easy. I come here multiple times a week that's how obsessed I am. read more

Their signature teas are always the best. Went here the past couple of times and its been consistent.

4.5 Visited for the first time and tried the Osmanthus Oolong Tea with Honey - fragrant and refreshing. I also like the cute cup carriers. Service was very friendly. read more

The drinks are amazing although the price is a bit high compared to other boba shops. So I recommend this place. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Volcano - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Bring back the peach series! I enjoyed the green grape green tea with konjac jelly. The interior is very clean. There's lots of parking available. I did not interact with the staff. It is self ordering on a kiosk. It would be nice if the grape seeds were taken out of the drink. read more

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I've had bad experiences in the Monterey Park Chicha location with its long lines and claiming that they ran out of boba (when orders after mine had boba... a different story for a different day). But - I decided to give Chicha another try at the Arcadia location and am glad I did so. I came here on a Saturday early afternoon, just after they opened. This plaza is always busy, but perhaps the post-lunch boba rush hadn't started, there was no one at the store. We got to taste the tea samples and linger around looking at the menu before placing our order. With all chicha locations, I don't feel you get as many options. You pick a tea, and whether if you want milk, and toppings. Put in other words, rather than the drink combinations being presented to you, you create your own adventure. The drinks are then made in front of you in their fancy teaspresso machines before presenting it to you with a cup holder and a string attached for easy carrying. This time around, I was surprised and happy with my drink! It's the perfect (non) sweetness, and the boba is soft. I'm not sure if the hype for chicha is justified, but I will not refuse a good boba. read more

Chicha San Chen -- A Refined Take on Bubble Tea Craftsmanship Rating: (4/5) Chicha San Chen is not your typical boba shop -- and that distinction matters. In a market saturated with artificial syrups and powdered mixes, this Taiwanese tea house stands apart by treating tea with the reverence of a specialty coffee bar. I'm giving it a well-earned 4 out of 5 stars for its craftsmanship, atmosphere, and commitment to quality. Ambiance - 5/5 The space is beautifully curated with a cultural elegance that feels intentional and immersive. From the lighting to the open tea-making stations, the store exudes a modern Taiwanese aesthetic. Watching the staff prepare tea behind the counter feels almost theatrical -- like observing a barista pull a carefully calibrated espresso shot. It elevates the simple act of ordering boba into something experiential. Authenticity - 5/5 What truly sets Chicha San Chen apart is its dedication to brewing tea from real tea leaves. This is critical. Many bubble tea shops rely on powdered mixes, which produce a flat, artificial sweetness and often lead to that unpleasant sugar crash. Here, the tea tastes clean, layered, and true to its origin -- you can taste the difference immediately. Flavor - 4/5 The tea itself is crisp, aromatic, and naturally balanced. It doesn't rely on excessive sugar to mask weak brewing. The boba complements the drink without overpowering it. The only reason it falls just shy of five stars is that sweetness levels can still lean slightly high depending on customization, but that's easily adjustable. Service - 4/5 Staff were efficient and focused, clearly trained in the brewing process. The preparation is precise and methodical, reinforcing the brand's emphasis on technique. While interactions are more professional than warm, the product speaks loudly enough on its own. Cost - 4/5 Pricing is slightly higher than your average bubble tea shop, but the difference in quality justifies it. When you're paying for real tea leaves, proper brewing technique, and a thoughtfully designed environment, the premium feels reasonable. Final Thoughts Chicha San Chen is for those who respect tea as more than just a sugary vehicle for tapioca pearls. It's crafted, intentional, and culturally grounded. If you care about real tea flavor and want a bubble tea experience that feels elevated rather than commercial, this is the place to go. read more

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Just as good as the location in Rowland heights. The line seems to be much shorter here though so you can get your drink much faster. As someone that's been to the tea mountains in Taiwan, this is the place to go if you're looking for a tea shop focusing on tea flavor. The way they brew the tea, you get so much tea fragrance up front, so I think it's worth coming here even if you have great tea at home. Of course at home you can enjoy first steep, second steep etc but this is really great as well. There's a reason it's ITI awarded. read more

I'm a huge fan of chicha san chen. The fact that they brew EACH cup to order is incredible. Every single cup of tea is so fresh! I love their boba here. Best boba I've ever had in my life. Perfectly sweet, perfectly chewy, so yummy. I love their seasonal taro fresh milk drink. Their passion fruit green tea is delicious too. I recommend coming on a weekday afternoon when there is hardly a wait! The service I've received here is also so good. They answer all questions very patiently and I enjoy each experience I have here. The space is very clean and fresh. read more

Chicha San Chen - Left: taro fresh milk Right: bubble milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Creamy drinks but very light in tea flavor, I was watching how they make it and they use only one tea shot per drink, personally it should be more bc it's not like coffee..fo balance so you get both tea and milk. I got the osmanthus oolong milk tea and I could only taste the milk. My friends drinks however were good, I liked the high mountain tea flavor more, and the ding dong oolong was good too. The taro balls were yummy! My friend last minute changed her mind and wanted a topping so we went back to the register and ask them if we can pay the difference for the toppings, the cashier asked to see our receipt and instead gave us a full refund, which was kind of odd.. and more of a hassle...we ended up getting a different order number and having to wait longer. I wonder if they can fix that without having to give a full refund. read more

I used the self-serve kiosk to place my order and got the Osmanthus Oolong Tea with cream topping and added konjac jelly. The total came out to $9.12, which felt pretty steep for just one drink! I remember when the SG location first opened and the lines were crazy, I avoided it entirely and even ended up trying it in Hong Kong instead, haha. I visited on a recent Wednesday afternoon and there was no wait; my drink was ready in just a few minutes. Parking was also easy in the shared lot. Overall, it's a tasty drink, but definitely a once in a while splurge for me. For this size, I feel like it should be closer to $6. I know everything costs more in the U.S., but still gotta watch the wallet! read more

Overall: for premium teas I'd say this place might be worth it. I wouldn't go so far as to say it's the best but I might go back if I was around. Drinks: you're looking at $7-8 per drink for a 12 ounce drink. But it genuinely feels like real tea flavor, real fruit juices/purees and not artificial syrups and sweeteners. I could be fooled but the oolong lemon tea I got had that real tart flavor you get from housemate lemons. Ambience/Service/Decor: incredibly clean inside and it looks like they do tea tastings as well. It went by fairly quickly but there was also no line. read more

Absoutlely love CHICHA San Chen! It's been my total addiction. I love how fresh and fragrant the teas are. Each tea is measured and made fresh. I've always had great customer service here! If you're in the area, I would recommend the tea with passion fruit. Chefs kiss! read more

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First time visiting this location, it's clean & spacious, to-go only. It just opened a few weeks ago, so glad there's one closer to me. There was no line unlike San Gabriel & Alhambra, but same great quality tea. Their teas are from Taiwan & they won many awards for their green tea, black tea, osmanthus oolong & cassia black tea. Their price is high for the size of drinks but you're paying for quality. They use a special technique to measure & brew tea so it's consistent. We enjoyed the milk green tea with boba & passionfruit green tea with boba. The boba was soft & chewy, cooked to perfection. I saw a sign they offer free Lishan Oolong Tea tasting by reservations only. Would love to check that out one day. Make sure you ask about their rewards program! read more

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Well worth the wait. The mousse is phenomenal and worrh coming for on its own. The menu is fairly limited but you know they do everything on the menu very very well. The passion fruit is so bright and fresh, and the tea flavor really POPS. High price but high quality, this is a good "treat yourself" spot. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Tea Near Me - Arcadia, California

So glad that there's another Chicha San Chen in town! This means shorter waits and more accessible quality tea! I'm a huge fan of Chicha. I usually get the Dong Ding but recently tried their roasted oolong and that tasted just as fragrant. Service was fairly quick compared to the San Gabriel location. This location is like the others and doesn't have any seating but they have a cool tasting bar at this one! read more

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Chicha San Chen is an S tier boba shop that has high quality drink's and superior boba. The interior is very beautifully decorated and highlights the dedication they have to their tea craft. The flavor of the drinks is superior and they have lots of options. Even good a free mug with the purchase of 2 drinks. Great service from the staff. read more

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Well, I found this location by accident. And there was no line! The shop is fairly small with one table and only few seats for waiting. The prep time for their tea is slightly longer because they are all hand crafted as ordered. As usual, high quality tea with delicious topping. Cant beat it. Definitely will come again. 4.5 out of 5. read more

I checked out the newly opened Chicha San Chen in Arcadia during their soft opening weekend, and I'm thrilled to finally have a location closer to home! The space is bright, modern, and inviting, much of the same as the other branches. I appreciate the ample parking in the lot, which is such a relief compared to the usual parking hunt at their Alhambra and San Gabriel locations. I visited late Saturday evening and was pleased to see the store running smoothly despite being brand new. One heads up for anyone planning to visit early, it seems like their online ordering system won't be ready until after October 19th. I've gotten used to ordering ahead of time at their sister stores since the wait times easily hit 20-40 minutes during peak hours. The seating is minimal, so like their other locations, this is really designed as a takeout spot. So ordering ahead is really the best way to go. Their "perfect sweetness" level truly lives up to the name. It's the only boba shop where I don't adjust the sugar level because they nail it every time. The balance is spot-on. With this Arcadia location being so much closer to my house and offering better parking, it's going to take over as my go-to boba spot, likely replacing Sunright Studio a block over as my regular go to spot. As long as they maintain the same consistency I've come to expect from Chicha San Chen, I'll definitely be a regular here!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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