Recommended their new product, Sparkling Honey Citron Green Tea. It's such a refreshing choice, especially on those hot days when you need something to cool you down. read more

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

I love this tea shop. While I was living and working in Asia, I use to stop by this place every now and then. I use to live downstairs from an outlet right across the train station . Im not a milk tea fanatic. I think milk tea can really be unhealthy with the sugar and pearls, but I'll drop by on occasion. My favourite item on the menu is the ice fruit tea (no sugar). It has freshly brewed tea with pineapple bits, pineapple jam, and thinly slices of lime lemon apple. I really enjoy sipping on it on a hot day and scooping out the fruit with the fork after the tea has been consumed. Ive tried many tea shops but this is the one place where the tea is properly brewed using their tea espresso. The tea espresso really brings out the taste in the tea. You can't find that anywhere else. read more

First time trying Chicha San Chen in Fremont was when we were celebrating a birthday. On your birthday with ID, they offer a Buy 1, Get 1 Free deal, and you can use this offer for up to 10 drinks. We got two drinks, a Bubble Milk Tea and Dong Ding Oolong Milk Tea and honestly, not too sure what the rave is about this place. The drinks weren't that sweet at all, the bubble milk tea was 100% sweetness while the Dong Ding Oolong was requested 50% sweet, but both drinks were barely sweet. Perhaps that's the norm for this place, but I tend to like my drinkers on the sweeter side. Also, the boba wasn't the freshest, but it was late at night when we went. I do like that the drinks come with a handle so you can carry your drinks, that's a nice touch. Honestly, I'm not sure I would pay regular price for the drinks here, the Bubble Milk Tea was $8.95 for a small cup, I think 16oz? I'm giving them a 4 because the staff was so welcoming and gave the birthday person so many happy birthdays wishes. They were nice. Otherwise, I honestly would have rated this place a 3. read more

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The tea is really fresh! Drinks are about $8-$10 each, pretty pricey. Ordered at kiosk and wait said 11 mins on the screen yet I only waited for about 5mins on a Sunday at 7pm. Pretty efficient. Pretty cool seeing tea made similar to an espresso machine (for coffee). Huge and clean. Bright store. Customers like to hang out and just sit here. Will come again and buy some tea bags and tea leaves. This Fremont location had no wait to go in at all. Will come again. read more

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Day Visited: Wednesday @ 7:15 PM Price Range: $$ Parking: Free parking lot (can fill up during peak hours on weekend!) Ordered (in picture): Green Tea with Cream and Taro Balls, perfect sweetness, light ice Chicha San Chen is located in the same area as Tamper Room, Ume, HomeGoods, and Miniso, so you can't go wrong whenever you're here! We've ordered their Green Tea with Cream, a few of their teas, Lemon and Mango Condensed Milk, and Dong Ding Oolong Tea. There are two self-order kiosks, and a sign that states how long it'll take for your drink to be made (based on busyness). Their drinks are creamy, and not too sweet, which is our preference. The teas are always brewed according to what the best extraction would be and the team is always friendly and welcoming. Efficient and clean, it's always a treat to go! On the weekends or during peak hours, the line is out the door and it can get really busy, so keep that in mind when you make a visit! There are tables available with outlets and a restroom, and they have a few board games you can play with friends if you plan to hangout here. I don't recommend trying to study here during peak hours because there have been times we have visited where it gets really loud and it is hard to hear conversations. The price does add up but it's a nice sweet treat to have whenever you are in the area! read more

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They finally opened one in my area! Love this place because their teas taste so organic and refreshing. You can pick anything and not be disappointed. read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble Milk Tea 國王珍珠奶茶 and Osmanthus Oolong Tea 水仙桂花 - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

Chiacha has a beautiful aesthetic and their drinks are photo-worthy. However, it feels just a tad wasteful since we don't have a use for the sleeves, but also feel strange removing them and giving them back. Their drinks are light and their boba is soft and chewy. If you're a sugar fiend, the full 100% is not very sweet so you shouldn't need to reduce the sugar level. Although the drink was light and refreshing, I feel like the tea flavor could have been stronger. Also just a note that the price is for a small cup (they only have one size). read more

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I saw this place get busy from time to time now so I wanted to try it. Upon entering it is all self service. They have a kiosk where you can place your order from. They do have a lot of selections but this is not your regular boba spot. I ordered the Mango Oolong since it's one of their best sellers and got it with no sweetener but added boba to it and I must say it was actually pretty good, now do I think it's worth $8.75 probably not. I'm not sure if they are trying to justify this cost because of the fancy machines they are using but I definitely find that in the more expensive side. The location itself is really nice, very bright and again they show off the machine that they use and all the other products they sell so yeah it does look pretty nice. read more

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I waited 22 minutes for my drink, which isn't bad considering when the Cupertino location first opened, though it offers a tea-tasting option. The ambiance inside is nice for sipping and hanging out with friends. The tea itself is good. However, this place seems overrated, and the prices are much higher than those at other tea spots in the Bay Area. All drinks are solid, and the boba is especially tasty--chewy and fresh, not hard or stale. You can tell the tea is freshly made by watching the staff craft the drinks. read more

I kinda get the hype. Super cute shop and hang out spot. Tea samples for grab on the counter. Order from the kiosk. read more

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

This was my second time trying this franchise, and I was hoping to finally understand the buzz. First, I have to say that both the Fremont and Cupertino locations are aesthetically pleasing. The interior is clean, modern, and inviting--the kind of place that makes you want to sit down, relax, catch up with friends, and just enjoy the moment. The ambiance is probably one of my favorite things about Chicha San Chen. Unfortunately, the drinks didn't leave the same impression. I ordered one of their popular drinks, the Dong Ding Oolong Milk Tea, expecting a rich tea-forward flavor. Instead, it tasted mostly like cream with very little tea coming through. I asked a staff member if it was possible to add more tea. To her credit, she was very accommodating and remade the drink for me, but even then it still tasted like a diluted milk tea with a lot of cream and only a splash of tea. She then offered to make me an entirely different drink if I still wasn't satisfied. I ended up trying the Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea, which I enjoyed much more. The honey and floral notes complemented the tea nicely, and I could actually taste the oolong. It was lighter, refreshing, and definitely the better drink of the two. One part of the interaction felt a little off-putting. After offering to remake my drink, the employee had another staff member bring out the Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea to me. Whether intentional or not, it gave me the impression that she no longer wanted to deal with my concerns. I appreciate that she tried to make things right, but as a customer, it didn't leave me feeling particularly welcomed. For a brand that's known for its tea and has won so many awards, I expected a stronger and more memorable tea experience. For a brand built on tea, I wanted the tea to be the star of the drink--and for me, it never quite got there. This place clearly has a loyal following, and I can appreciate the beautiful space, the attention to presentation, and the customer service I received. But after two visits, I still don't quite understand what sets it apart from other standout boba shops in the Bay Area. If you enjoy lighter, creamier milk teas, you may love it here. Personally, I prefer a stronger tea flavor. Overall, I'd call it decent, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way to revisit. read more

Chicha San Chen - Dong Ding Oolong Milk Tea and Creamy Pineapple Tart - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

Ambiance This location is way better than Cupertino hands down. Nice soft seats. Lux, spacious, nice decor, and cozy. Service Make sure to click through all the steps to check out at the kiosk. They served my friends drink when her order didn't go through at first. Food I had passion fruit and my friend had mango. If was superb. Would come again to try other flavors. read more

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Came here on Sunday around 2pm. Wait was about 7min for a drink. Not bad Got a bubble milk tea, perfect sweetness and less ice. It was too bland for my taste. Maybe if I get no ice, it would be sweeter ? The boba was the best I have ever had though! Nice and chewy. I came here for the boba but hope the drink would be better next time as the price is not cheap for a small drink read more

Chicha San Chen - Bubble milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

Just tried and had such a great experience, workers work fast and are really nice. I ordered their most popular bubble milk tea and it definitely lived up to the hype. The tea itself was super fragrant and smooth, and the boba was perfectly sweet and chewy, honestly one of the best I've had in a while. The shop is brand new, so everything feels really clean, modern, and well designed. It's a really nice place to hang out or grab a drink with friends. Tip: They have an UNLIMITED BOGO special for birthdays with valid ID!!!! Highly recommend checking this spot out if you're a boba lover! read more

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So far I've been to Chicha San Chen in Vegas, Daly City and now Fremont. This location is way bigger compared to the other 2. I like the high ceilings and it's aesthetically decorated. You can order using the 2 kiosks or at the counter. It's faster at the counter because sometimes people take their time at the kiosk. It was very nice of them to offer a sample of their passion fruit oolong which my friend did end up getting. I ordered the milk tea with boba. Their boba has a nice chew and they give plenty. I ordered my tea at 1/2 sweet and I think I should have stuck with regular sweetness. The tea tasted light, I've had better. It took just 10 minutes to make 3 drinks after ordering which was pretty fast. read more

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ugh. came to the east bay to hang out with my friend for a few hours and we wanted boba so we came to what we thought was a trusted place but no. this chicha is not on par with the OG of chicha - cupertino and socal. i order dong ding oolong milk tea with boba - i tasted no tea and was disappointed! :((((((( read more

Osmanthus oolong tea with lemon ($7.70 + tax/tip = $10) was sharp and refreshing, with fresh lemon juice that, for me, overpowered the delicate taste of the tea. Think I'll try it with honey instead next time. Order at the kiosk and watch the screen/receive a text when your order is ready. Interior is beautifully done and calming. Service is excellent. read more

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

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Very high quality tea, if you enjoy drinking Chinese tea. Although in my opinion I don't like to mix high quality tea with all the cream and milk. I'd rather just have it straight to enjoy the tea. read more

I love that they offer unlimited buy one, get one free (BOGO) on your birthday! Show a valid ID and be there in person on the actual day. Service is great. Friendly staff with lots of knowledge about their popular drinks. Honestly, their fruit teas are better than their milk teas. I personally think that their milk teas are too creamy, so the tea flavor gets overpowered. However, their fruit teas are wonderful and fragrant! If you're getting milk tea though, I'd recommend the Cassia Black Tea or Black Tea. Try the other teas like High Mountain Pouchong Tea and Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea in its just tea form. So yummy! read more

Chicha San Chen - Unlimited bogo (4 drinks + 4 free) for birthdays - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

My sister and I visited in the middle of a work day, so there was no line! Still a little wait as the staff caught up with the queue, and I would recommend ordering online if you can to avoid a longer wait time. It was my first time at this newer location in Pacific Commons, and wow the interior was stunning. The backlit mountains on the walls and the stream of artsy moss, so pretty! It's a little funny they're located next to Ume Tea because it seemed Ume was trying to compete by putting a very large pink horse butt at their storefront LOL Mango Osmanthus Oolong Tea ($7.50): Ah, hits the spot. Fruity but still has a strong tea flavor, very smooth. My other go-to is the Dong Ding Oolong Milk Tea ($7.50). I wish I didn't have the habit of chugging good drinks sigh A lot of boba places to choose from in this plaza/area, but I know Chicha San Chen will thrive!! read more

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Came here twice. I ordered the Pineapple Honey Tea and the Mango Osmanthus Oolong Tea. Both drinks were refreshing! This place stands out from other places in that they make the tea fresh-to-order. You can taste the tea. It's cute that they have strings attached to the sleeves so that we can carry it. read more

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Wow! The quality of the tea here is unreal. You can really taste the difference. I got a taro milk tea and sure enough the tea was just next level. Flavors are sooo perfect. My man also said the same thing about his drink. Service is fast and our drinks came out pretty fast. 10/10 would recommend. They also have quite a bit of seating too if you're looking for a place to hang. read more

Was craving a refreshing drink while running errands, decided to stop by CHICHA SAN CHEN. Ordered a drink via kiosk and the wait time was about sevens minutes. So glad to see that long wait has finally calmed down. Service is great, staff are very kind and polite. Very clean and tidy. Will definitely be back in the future! read more

Chicha San Chen opened here 3 months ago where a real estate type office was. Retrofitted to modern theme with 20ish seats inside and 1 table outside. Line forms at front. Ordering kiosks to the right. Didn't see instructions. Just poked at kiosk till I found something I liked. On pricey side. Offerings: choice of tea (cassia black, osmanthus oolong, Dong Ding Oolong) brewed to order with choice of flava (mango, taro, peach, cream, boba...) with sugar and ice adjustments. Sips: mango osmanthus Oolong tea (8.50) light sugar, less ice. -tea made by teaspresso machine, ready in 8 minutes. Mango flava not water, overpowered tea though it was subtly tasted. -came in a hand carry wrap. Most people took it to go. 4.5 stars Pricey but worthy Quality: top grade tea freshly brewed. Real mango flava. Quantity: reasonable. Chicha=drink tea. *Chicha San Chen is a Taiwan tea company. Hey Tea is a Guangdong Province, China boba tea company. Both compete for Mandarin speaker patrons. Chicha has better service & products. Hey Tea doesn't always hire English speaking associates. Would definitely repeat Chicha San Chen. read more

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I got the Green Tea with Cream and Bubble (aka boba), which is a fan favorite. Very creamy and the boba was QQ chewy. The tea itself was fragrant, but the cream definitely takes over as the initial taste. Overall, so good and I enjoyed it. Identical quality as the other Chicha San Chen locations I've been to. This location is a little smaller than the Cupertino location specifically, but BY FAR so much less busy. There's no Lishan Oolong Tea tasting here, but they do have the tea leaves for sale! We got our drinks super quick and there was some seating inside to escape the rain outside. Plentiful parking as well. read more

Chicha San Chen - Green Tea with Cream and Bubble - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

This was my first time at the Fremont location. I've only been to the one in Cupertino and I was very impressed with how fast, clean and friendly. The service was. Granted, I know most of the race does at the Cupertino location, people here were friendly, but seemed to just talk to themselves. Lol it was also early in the morning so maybe they were just waking up. I didn't realize my teas were ready since I was picking up two cruffles text Store at the coffee shop, when I showed the gentleman behind the calendar in my receipt. He handed me my drinks. So I was happy he held onto them so no one else would accidentally take them. My boyfriend had never had this tea before and he loved it!! He's incredibly picky so the fact that he said he loved that tea made me feel happy that he found something he actually liked! Lol I can't wait to go and get more teas from this shop! Along with my afternoon snack from the coffee shop next-door. Check out my review at The Tamper Room, too. Hee read more

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Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 I almost always get the creamy lemon tart, I've tried some other drinks and while they're good the creamy lemon tart is always super reliable. You can change sweetness on most drinks but not the creamy lemon tart -- their concoction works out really well and honestly I don't think it needs any change except for offering a dairy-free version of the cream! i absolutely love that their drinks always come with handles, and overall cup design is great. They also have samples at the front which is cool to always try out. Service is pretty friendly and they will take your order too if the line is getting long at the kiosks. Interior is always really clean and there's a lot of tables, this location is smaller than the Cupertino one so there's less big tables but overall not bad, they also provide some boardgames here. Bathroom sink is soo fancy LOL read more

Chicha San Chen - creamy lemon tart - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

So glad they opened a Chicha San Chen in Pacific Commons! The one in Berkeley is much bigger and this place is very intimate and cozy. I stopped by on a Wednesday evening around 5pm and was pleasantly surprised with the amount of people inside. It's always nice when there is a kiosk to order on. I'm a big fan of their oolong teas so ordered the Mango Osmanthus again for my mom, and High Mountain Pouchong Tea with Mango, a new drink that I've never tried. My drink was very light and refreshing. Loved the chewiness of the boba. The size of the drinks can be a tad bigger since it costs almost $9 each (if you add toppings). Love the tea samples that they have at the register, especially if it's a flavor that I've never tried before. We ended up sitting inside to enjoy our drinks while playing Connect 4, they have a ton of board games. It's great that there is a parking lot in this plaza with unlimited parking! Can't wait to stop by again to try other drinks on their menu! read more

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The store is incredibly bright and comfortable and makes you want to take the time to save the tea and linger. And each of the tea is a master creation of fragrance flavor texture- absolutely love it. With fierce competition of boba and tea store in the Bay Area Chicasanchen is definitely my #1 Garen the store lead helped me with selecting a tea I would like and was so knowledgeable and helpful read more

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I'm so glad that I have a Chicha Sanchen location right by my house, and I can truly say that it truly lives up to the hype, especially in terms of tea quality. One of the things that I think truly sets this boba shop apart from other tea places is the quality of their tea, which tastes extremely fresh and refined. Each tea that you order feels like it was made with care, as opposed to being . The tea tastes smooth, clean, and never sweet. You can truly taste the quality of their tea-brewing process, which feels much higher quality than what you would get from most other boba places. Many reviewers also comment on how "fresh and well prepared" their tea is, which truly tastes of natural flavor. Aside from their tea, their customer service is also top-notch. Their staff are always friendly, helpful, and patient, which truly creates a welcoming environment, even in a busy tea store. The store itself is also calming, with a modern aesthetic that feels nice to sit in with friends. The only downside of the store is during the busy hours -- where there are not enough parking spaces. In addition, it gets extremely busy, and wait times can be quite long. read more

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Chicha San Chen is Located in South Fremont's Pacific Commons Shopping Center. The Taiwanese tea shop is very clean with an efficient ordering and process. You can order from 2 kiosks or from a worker. Once your order is placed, you can see your order number on a screen along with an estimated wait time in minutes till your order is ready (w/a text message alert once your order is ready). You then go up to the counter and inform the worker of your order # and they would then hand you a straw along with your order. The seating is limited, but the long bench that rounds along the wall has a several easy access outlets to accommodate those who need the power. (There are also two small tables outside). -Dong Ding Oolong Milk Tea (Cream) Tastes like normal Milk, with a slight tea aftertaste. It was very mild of flavor but was nice milk. If you like a more milk forward flavor than tea, then you might like this. -Green Tea w/Mousse A nice balance of green tea and mousse foam on top. The Mousse nor the tea were overly sweet. The tea had a flavor I was unfamiliar with. Refreshing nonetheless. -Creamy Mango Tart This drink was more refreshing than sweet. It definitely had a tartness. I enjoyed this drink the most out of the three. The foam added a nice balance of flavor. Overall, the place is very clean, with a decent array of refreshing drinks that are subtle and well balanced. The shop feels like an upscale gallery where you are able to be in a clean environment and watch the staff create and package the drinks. The staff was very courteous when interacting with them, but it definitely feels like a self guided experience. read more

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Yummm! First time trying Chicha Sanchen in person. I've always had sips from friends drinks but this was my first time getting the full experience. The tea is freshly brewed and definitely authentic. The taste and quality shines through!!! The mousse was also really delicious with the tea also. I'll definitely be frequenting this place. Be prepared to wait a little because as mentioned, everything is made from scratch! read more

Chicha San Chen - Ding Dong Oolong Tea with Mousse - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

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So delicious!! The space is super cute and the drinks are really delicious and definitely focus on the tea-y aspects which I enjoy. The wait was around 15-20 mins and the store was pretty packed. I really enjoyed the black milk tea but I will say that these drinks are definitely on the pricier side read more

Chicha San Chen - black milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

Enjoyed this location a lot. I've been to the Berkeley one, and it was very chaotic. It is great to know that there is another location that has more parking and calmer. Drinks were great. We enjoyed everything here. read more

I hesitate to order taro drinks mostly because many places don't make them fresh from scratch and they seem to be enhanced with additional flavoring.... But not here!! Chicha San Chen uses fresh taro and their taro balls are made in-house. I've always ordered this hot, 0% sweet and it is creamy perfection. There is the option to use oat milk if you are vegan or preferring a non-dairy option. They do upcharge for it, so minus 1 star. The service is usually fairly fast and the drinks so far have been made really well. I love that their cups come tucked into a little sleeve with a twine handle so you can carry your drink out while you continue to walk around. The vibe inside is bright and fresh. It feels very energizing when you walk in. I highly recommend getting your boba fix here if you're after quality teas and fresh ingredients (vs crazy sugary syrups and DIY flavor mixed etc... like T-Pumps) read more

I've visited this location twice and personally can't really understand the hype. I've been to the Cupertino location and thought it was decent. I was happy when this location opened as it's closer. The inside is small but has a good amount of space and tables. When there's a line though, it can look busy but it's because there's only two kiosk to order and the inside is small. Also, I am not 100% sure, as they may have not updated their menu pricing, but I noticed the price is slightly higher when you order via the kiosk versus ordering at the register. I assume it's the small fee they need to pay Snackpass but it's something to keep in mind. I ordered the Bubble Volcano last time and it was a bit bland so this time I opted to try the Milk Tea with Taro Paste and Boba which was even more bland. There was no tea taste and the taro paste did not blend and mix in well with the milk tea, despite me getting 75% sugar. The boba was nice and warm, which is good, but the ice just melts quickly making the drink more bland. Keep in mind, I drink my drinks fairly quickly and noticed the ice was almost all melted within 10 minutes. Overall, service is good and staff are friendly. As for the drinks, I think they're just okay. For the price point of $9.15 before tax and tip, I'd expect a little more quality you can distinctly taste, but it's just alright and very subtle in my opinion. My husband, however, really liked his Bubble Volcano so just depends on your tea/drink preference. read more

I thank Chicha San Chen for opening near my house so I don't have to drive 30 minutes for their fresh, fragrant teas. All the teas I have tried so far: High Mountain Pouchong Tea w/ Konjac ($1.25 extra) - very refreshing and fragrant, with less sweetness. The Konjac topping goes well with this tea since it doesn't overpower with sweetness compared to boba. Brown Sugar Ginger Oat Milk- recommend getting it hot, which is soothing for my dry throat during winter. Creamy Lemon Tart- High Mountain Pouchong Tea with creamy lemon juice, which is refreshing to drink and not too sweet, since I cannot adjust the level. Pineapple Honey Tea (Seasonal)- I enjoyed the pineapple bits and konjac toppings in light sweetness. Creamy Pineapple Tart w/ Oat Milk (Seasonal)- the pineapple bits are too sweet. The oat milk is an extra $0.75, but it helps prevent indigestion if I choose regular dairy. It was fun to drink with the salted egg yolk cookie crumbs, which tasted like pineapple bun crumbs. It is pricey since each drink costs $8-$10 with extra toppings, milk alternatives, and tax and tip, but it's freshly made from high-quality tea leaves sourced in Taiwan. I prefer to go there for new drinks every season. I love how aesthetic their store is, but they don't have a tea tasting room like in Cupertino and Berkeley because it's as small as the Ume Tea store. They do have a single restroom, which is clean and pristine. The service is efficient with their kiosks. I like how they post the expected wait time sign in the entrance. Expect to get really busy during the weekends, including Friday afternoons, since you will have to wait 25 minutes for your order to be ready. read more

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my boba was average tasting and i wouldn't get one again, ambiance is super nice inside, took maybe 5-10 minutes to get my order at most so it was relatively quick! read more

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

This is a relative new location for this Taiwanese chain tea stations . The quality and taste are excellent. They measure the tea leaf one by one then brew the tea for each cup . It has a kiosh for you to place order . There are also paper menu and a cash register. We tried some sample of the black tea with cream . Then one of us orders the hot black tea with cream . I ordered the ice mango osmanthus oolong tea . The fruit flavor blended in well with the rich oolong tea . It was delicious. Would definitely come back to try the other flavors on the menu . This is one of the best Taiwanese tea in the Bay Area ! read more

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Delicious tea. I love their real Taiwanese tea selections. Fragrant and natural. It's refreshing (it is a nice break from the fruity or creamy alternatives). Their Guo Wang boba is great. Easy ordering at the kiosk. Lines can move fast: 10- 40 minutes. Wait isn't too bad. People are nice. It is a spacious boba tea place. Located close to Haidilao. Their refreshing tea drinks are perfect for summer. Their boba bubble quality is one of the best in the Bay Area. read more

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