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Delicious drinks that are not too sweet. The interior is clean. Expect drinks to be in the pricey size given the portion but I can tell they use high quality tea.
Still phenomenal tea. Got the Dong Ding Oolong with fresh milk and taro balls, delicious. Tried my friends' mango tart and lemon tart drinks and they're very much just like a key lime pie and mango cookie in drink form. Service takes a while on weekends but it's always worth it!
Great service. We tried the bubble tea and green tea. Both were good but I would have preferred the green tea without the pink tapioca jellies. It made it too sweet. 8/10 Tea
This is one of the better boba tea options. They have a good menu of really well balanced teas, that are brewed using a special machine that almost looks like an espresso machine. The presentation is really nice even though it's always a take out cup. Definitely recommend if you're tired of the sugar-loaded Dubai chocolate 14k gold labubu bobas and want something more sophisticated.
chicha san chen has a clean, modern interior, and the drinks come out pretty quickly even when it's busy. the boba is sooo warm, soft, and perfectly chewy. my favorite is the honey osmanthus oolong! it's incredibly refreshing, with a strong floral aroma that really shows the quality of the tea leaves. overall a good spot if you're looking for high-quality tea but it is a bit pricier
Absolutely love this spot--if you're a tea lover, you need to stop by! All of the tea is brewed fresh, and the variety is incredible--from bold, darker blends to light and fragrant oolongs. We especially enjoy trying their seasonal specials, and love that you can also buy their loose leaf teas and tea bags to enjoy at home. The staff is super friendly and helpful, especially if you're not sure what to order or want a recommendation based on your taste. They're always happy to guide you. There's a good amount of seating, making it a great place to hang out with friends or family. And bonus points--the bathroom is very clean, which always adds to the experience. Don't forget to sign up for their rewards program so you can earn points toward future drinks and treats!
ChiCha has very high-quality boba. I got the honey osmanthus oolong tea per my friend's recommendation, and it was amazing. You can watch them brew the tea, and you can tell they care a lot about the quality. It was expensive for a small cup at $7.31, but it was well worth the price. I got it with tapioca, and the tapioca tasted really good. They are less sweet than most boba shops around here as they are more authentic to their Taiwanese origin. I got the "perfect" sugar level (100%), and it was actually perfect for me. I usually get 50% at other places, and it tasted similar to that. I have heard people who really like sweet drinks tell me that they would want to get 200% sugar here. I don't know if they do that here.
So expensive for how much they give you but the tea is some of the best in Austin. I also love their loose leaf oolong tea you can buy at the counter. If you come when it's busy, service can be incredibly slow and the space is tiny so it gets cramped quickly (very pretty though).
Literally some of the best boba out there. The teas and the milk teas are all fantastic you truly can't go wrong with any drink you get. I will say I think some of the employees need training because none of the knew how to apply a gift card. There is also a kiosk to order if you don't want to stand in line. 10/10 recommend!
Call me a hater but i finally caved and decided to give san chen a try. I did not believe all the hype but thought i had to give it a try first. The store itself was very clean and cute, they had a lot of different tea selections which felt more premium. I decided to opt in for a classic oolong boba tea and here are my thoughts: it doesnt taste like a classic boba tea. You can tell the tea is more premium BUT they don't add milk snd i dont think they add enough milk powder. It didnt satisfy my boba tea cravings unfortunately. The boba balls itself were well made. Sweet and high quality. Not sure if i'll be back because it is overpriced and i can get better boba at other shops for cheaper and better! But to each their own! Not BAD boba, just not what im used to
I love Chicha San Chen! This is my first time having it at this location. The place is so cute for photos :) the servers were kind! Our drinks: Dong ding oolong tea with cherry blossom konjac Bubble volcano
If you're looking for brewed to order quality tea, this Taiwanese bubble tea shop has it. I was wanting something unique and was surprised by a chocolate-giving tea: cassia black tea with mousse. I also loved the fresh taro milk tea that comes with taro balls
it felt a little intimidating walking in to this teahouse. It's very classy and I was wearing shorts on a very warm day. I felt a little underdressed. As I walked in, it was reminiscent of a art gallery. With minimalistic designs on the walls and a very cool display of the tea bar and a few seats... I felt like a stupid ass because I could not read the Asian script. That could've been some more English other than the title of the tea, but I made my way through. I asked the woman behind the counter to ask her what her favorite was. I told her my sweet profile and what I liked, and she guided me to a really nice drink. It was more fruit juice than a tea. I ordered a mango drink with a little bit of pineapple juice and passionfruit along with a little Boba. Of course it comes with ice. I walked out with a really nice drink. I think I would order it again. My wife ordered a peach with green tea and Boba with ice. It was good. It tasted medicinal, which was really different from mine. But if you're a tea drinker, you will like it. I'm not a big fan of tea, but I do like mango juice and passionfruit juice, which is what I got.
Authentic tea and strong tea aroma as always just like other locations across the US. I got an oolong with boba and a black tea (yes I got 2 for myself because it's so good). The boba is huge and great texture. Sweetness is just enough to give the tea a little boost. Both oolong and black tea are strong. Love to see them making the tea in front of customers through the glass panels. Each cup is newly brewed. Some tables and seats inside. You can order with the staff or on kiosk. Parking in the front. Lovely tea shop. Highly recommend! read more
Still phenomenal tea. Got the Dong Ding Oolong with fresh milk and taro balls, delicious. Tried my friends' mango tart and lemon tart drinks and they're very much just like a key lime pie and mango cookie in drink form. Service takes a while on weekends but it's always worth it! read more
1 year ago
This is one of the better boba tea options. They have a good menu of really well balanced teas, that are brewed using a special machine that almost looks like an espresso machine. The presentation is really nice even though it's always a take out cup. Definitely recommend if you're tired of the sugar-loaded Dubai chocolate 14k gold labubu bobas and want something more sophisticated. read more
7 months ago
7 months ago
chicha san chen has a clean, modern interior, and the drinks come out pretty quickly even when it's busy. the boba is sooo warm, soft, and perfectly chewy. my favorite is the honey osmanthus oolong! it's incredibly refreshing, with a strong floral aroma that really shows the quality of the tea leaves. overall a good spot if you're looking for high-quality tea but it is a bit pricier read more
1 year ago
Absolutely love this spot--if you're a tea lover, you need to stop by! All of the tea is brewed fresh, and the variety is incredible--from bold, darker blends to light and fragrant oolongs. We especially enjoy trying their seasonal specials, and love that you can also buy their loose leaf teas and tea bags to enjoy at home. The staff is super friendly and helpful, especially if you're not sure what to order or want a recommendation based on your taste. They're always happy to guide you. There's a good amount of seating, making it a great place to hang out with friends or family. And bonus points--the bathroom is very clean, which always adds to the experience. Don't forget to sign up for their rewards program so you can earn points toward future drinks and treats! read more
ChiCha has very high-quality boba. I got the honey osmanthus oolong tea per my friend's recommendation, and it was amazing. You can watch them brew the tea, and you can tell they care a lot about the quality. It was expensive for a small cup at $7.31, but it was well worth the price. I got it with tapioca, and the tapioca tasted really good. They are less sweet than most boba shops around here as they are more authentic to their Taiwanese origin. I got the "perfect" sugar level (100%), and it was actually perfect for me. I usually get 50% at other places, and it tasted similar to that. I have heard people who really like sweet drinks tell me that they would want to get 200% sugar here. I don't know if they do that here. read more
So expensive for how much they give you but the tea is some of the best in Austin. I also love their loose leaf oolong tea you can buy at the counter. If you come when it's busy, service can be incredibly slow and the space is tiny so it gets cramped quickly (very pretty though). read more
Literally some of the best boba out there. The teas and the milk teas are all fantastic you truly can't go wrong with any drink you get. I will say I think some of the employees need training because none of the knew how to apply a gift card. There is also a kiosk to order if you don't want to stand in line. 10/10 recommend! read more
Call me a hater but i finally caved and decided to give san chen a try. I did not believe all the hype but thought i had to give it a try first. The store itself was very clean and cute, they had a lot of different tea selections which felt more premium. I decided to opt in for a classic oolong boba tea and here are my thoughts: it doesnt taste like a classic boba tea. You can tell the tea is more premium BUT they don't add milk snd i dont think they add enough milk powder. It didnt satisfy my boba tea cravings unfortunately. The boba balls itself were well made. Sweet and high quality. Not sure if i'll be back because it is overpriced and i can get better boba at other shops for cheaper and better! But to each their own! Not BAD boba, just not what im used to read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
If you're looking for brewed to order quality tea, this Taiwanese bubble tea shop has it. I was wanting something unique and was surprised by a chocolate-giving tea: cassia black tea with mousse. I also loved the fresh taro milk tea that comes with taro balls read more
6 months ago
it felt a little intimidating walking in to this teahouse. It's very classy and I was wearing shorts on a very warm day. I felt a little underdressed. As I walked in, it was reminiscent of a art gallery. With minimalistic designs on the walls and a very cool display of the tea bar and a few seats... I felt like a stupid ass because I could not read the Asian script. That could've been some more English other than the title of the tea, but I made my way through. I asked the woman behind the counter to ask her what her favorite was. I told her my sweet profile and what I liked, and she guided me to a really nice drink. It was more fruit juice than a tea. I ordered a mango drink with a little bit of pineapple juice and passionfruit along with a little Boba. Of course it comes with ice. I walked out with a really nice drink. I think I would order it again. My wife ordered a peach with green tea and Boba with ice. It was good. It tasted medicinal, which was really different from mine. But if you're a tea drinker, you will like it. I'm not a big fan of tea, but I do like mango juice and passionfruit juice, which is what I got. read more
2 years ago
The most perfect boba tea. PERFECT. Not too sweet, made from high quality tea, the flavor was refined and the drink had a wonderful balance to it. My drink also was topped with a thick and creamy, salty and sweet, DECADENT mousse on top and WOW. WOW WOW WOW. The boba was perfectly fresh and chewy. I keep saying perfect because that's the best word to describe these drinks and this place. PERFECT. The staff is kind. It takes a bit of time for your tea to come out and it gets crowded, so it might be better to take your drink to go. read more
Got the no sugar ice free classic milk tea. Pretty good tea flavor if you like the tea flavor to be strong. Also good to sit down to enjoy the tea to chat w friends too. Good ambiance. Service is pretty good. They recommended different flavors based on my preference. Will try out other flavors next time. read more
One of my fav boba spots in town! You can't go wrong with anything in the menu, just pick something that sounds fun and go for it! Service is friendly and quick and they'll give you recommendations if you get overwhelmed with the options read more
Made a visit to Austin and was craving boba. I decided to try the award winning Chicha and this was next level. I guess I'm used to chains and casual boba places but it felt elevated from the string held cup, to the well wrapped straw. Lots of different boba tea options were a bit overwhelming but I appreciated they were just simple tea choices. Ultimately opted for a high mountain with passion fruit and a taro ball. Drink was delicious and wall the taro wasn't actually a single ball (as I wouldn't guessed). The taro was delicious and I would easily make a meal out of it just eating it on its own as a side. read more
1 year ago
Stopped by for a mid day pick me up and got the green tea with mousse. The tea itself was super fragrant and strong, just what I needed to wake me up. I went with 50% sugar, which let the tea's natural bitterness shine through nicely. The mousse on top was sweet, creamy, slightly salty, and balanced out the bold tea flavor perfectly. Definitely a solid choice if you like your tea strong but smooth. Their high mountain poochang mango tea is also a solid option. read more
1 year ago
I'd been hearing how amazing Chicha San Chen is for boba, so I finally had to see what the hype was about--and let me tell you, totally worth it! What made it even better? They had their limited-time Boba Blind Boxes in stock (cue my inner child squealing ). I rushed over on my lunch break, ordered a bubble milk tea, and grabbed a blind box because... priorities The tea? So good. You can actually taste the difference--it's brewed fresh for every single drink and you can tell. Super smooth, great flavor, and not overly sweet. As for the blind box... I was so stoked to pull Taro Milk Tea! So cute, and it totally made my day. Definitely coming back--both for the drinks and maybe just one more blind box... maybe. read more
1 year ago
we had originally gone to the Seattle location so we were hoping that this one would be similar. The dong ding oolong tea is so good! It did not disappoint. However, their cream cap in Seattle is lactose free and we were told here that they are not. Things that kinda bummed me out were that the Seattle location had a vibe where the whole place smelled like fresh tea, and the workers were super nice. Here, everyone was polite enough, maybe appeared mildly annoyed but not a huge deal. The place smelled like mixtures of cleaning chemicals and the bathroom was super sticky. The drinks are good. Not sure if I'd make the 1.5 hour trip again for them but now I know! read more
1 year ago
Delicious boba! The store is located in an unexpected spot next to a bank. It's always very busy with a long line. The line movies fairly quickly though. I got the standard milk tea and my friend got a peach tea. Both were delicious and some of the best boba I've had in Austin. The downside is that it is definitely on the pricier side ($8) and the quantity is less than that of other places. Worth the splurge now and again! read more
Yes, your boy found another Chicha in another state. Still sad I missed out on the Toronto location but that's another story. Store front wise, this is a relatively large space and there's seating along the sides. Still probably not a stick around type of place though. Drink wise, chicha is very consistent across the branches and this location still has a prominent tea flavor with all their drinks. I finally got to try the seasonal taro drink and got the milk tea with taro balls and taro paste. It was really good, nicely chewy taro balls and slightly sweetened taro paste. I wish it had more of a taro flavor to the tea but its a milk tea with taro and not a taro milk tea. Regardless, another A+ for this franchise and glad there's one sort of close to me. Can't wait till they open one up in Houston! read more
This was my first time trying Chicha San Chen, but had heard pretty good things about it from a friend who loves boba tea. Went there on a Saturday evening around 9 PM and the place was pretty packed. Limited seating inside since they were so busy, so we ended up taking our drinks to-go. The menu is also somewhat overwhelming at first glance but essentially you choose your tea base + flavor + topping & can customize your sugar/ice levels. Osmanthus Oolong Tea with Boba (4/5) - Really classic favor, boba was nice and chewy - Portion size is on the smaller side - Price: $7.50 Overall I feel like this is a solid spot for boba in Austin, although it's on the pricier end since the portion sizes aren't very big. Flavor is good though and I would go back to try some other flavors! read more
Sad they were closed during Thanksgiving day, but at least they were open the next day! Parking lot is a busy as ever, though we got lucky that a spot opened up. It's a slightly awkward part of the road so getting in/out is slightly annoying. The tea is fantastic as ever. They individually and freshly brew EACH drink. It's like the perfect extraction since they use a machine not unlike an espresso machine, which apparently was custom designed for the company. They measure the loose-leaf tea, put it in a portafilter and bam you get your tea. Not overly bitter and just the right amount of sweetness (note: less sugar than most places!) The boba is great too! This place is busy! There are seats but it's not great for extended studying, likely on purpose since this store is small and there's soooo many people that come through during the day. read more
2 years ago
I must preface this review saying that since their grand opening there have been quite a few changes. In the beginning I really liked how they allowed you to really customize your drink from the percent sugar and ice level to picking your toppings as well as your tea of choice. I especially liked how they even let you sample the different teas which honestly did taste better. However, now they streamline your options which I guess is helpful if you are more indecisive. Although I prefer more choices, the popular drinks they highlight honestly aren't bad. I just wished they had the taro balls available more consistently as the few times we've visited it's been hit or miss. Oh also the price is a bit higher but I do like a stronger tea presence and their presentation is so nice. read more
The few times I've been here it hasn't been crowded so the drinks come out fast. You can order at the counter or order at one of the kiosks. The location is a bit random and unappealing from the outside. But once you step inside, its simplistic decor is quite inviting, you can see them make the drinks fresh in front of you. Their milk tea with taro ball and taro paste is my go to order. Have tried a few other items which were solid too. The drink carrier is cute and unique. It is on the pricier side for boba; they only offer one size and it's not that big hence 4 stars instead of 5. read more
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