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    4.3 (149 reviews)
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    Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea
    Chris F.

    Although I typically order milk teas (I have a crippling addiction to Thai Teas) I went out on a limb and tried a non milk tea (Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea) and wasn't disappointed in the slightest. It was just the right amount of sweet without being overbearing, and it was a refreshing experience overall. Will be back to try out more of their drinks in the future and could easily see myself bumping it up to a 5!

    Maria Aimen J.

    This place has amazing service and I was blown away from the time I went in to the time we left. I love how they have you smell different teas. They have an assortment of teas sitting on the counter, and you can smell the jasmine and the black tea, etc. I get very happy over simple things like this. You choose the different flavors of teas you want inside of your drink, and the type of boba. However, I actually did not like my drink. I got the jasmine tea with taro and boba, but the taro was pretty gritty. The girl of the counter told me to mix it very well, and I did, but it was still quite gritty. Maybe it's an acquired taste. My husband ordered another tea that I liked more, although he also mentioned how he didn't like it as much as the places we normally go to. These are probably just higher quality or more natural, and we just like the sweetness of the other ones that we are used to. The establishment seemed very modern and clean. Once again, I got very excited over the simple things and I loved that you could carry the drinks with string. When i'm in the area again, I would love to try a different tea, because I did like my husband's more than mine, and looking at how modern and fresh everything looks, it's definitely worth another try.

    Patrick L.

    This is our new go to bubble tea spot. We used to Gong Cha but they closed the own in Bellaire. They received the Superior Taste award equivalent to Michelin Star for tea. Unlike other places where tea is pre-made, when you order, they make the tea selected from tea leaves and brewing them so it is always fresh. Be aware that their tea is strong. Have had a couple of sleepless nights after drinking it late at night. You can place an order via app or enter your order from a self service kiosk. There is a display letting you know the status of your order. They call out the number when it's ready and send you a text as well. Bubble tea is high quality. We have tried the different teas and have not been disappointed. Boba has the right amount of sweetness to complement the tea. Restaurant is nicely done. On the counter, you can watch as your order is being made. On the far wall, there is a tea tasting bar. Check them out!

    Alexus N.

    I am ADDICTED to this place. What's not to like about the fresh brewed tea, the efficient customer service, and the standout drink packaging?! The weekends tend to be busy. I like that your order number shows on a screen when they're working on it, and when it's ready for pickup. There's also a kiosk to self order if the lines get too long. My go to is the honey osmanthus oolong tea, light sugar + grass jelly! I've been here when it's "slower" but I'm not sure if this place would be ideal for quiet, intimate dates.

    Peach oolong tea with mousse
    Dena D.

    If you are looking for a tea place that really cares about the tea flavor I would recommend this spot. The times that I have been here it has always been very good. I will say it's a bit on the pricey side but worth it. I also love that the drink comes in a little carrier and makes it so cute to carry around. Inside there is a lot of seating for people who want to study or just hang out with friends. The workers are kind and if you have any questions about the yea they can easily answer it for you.

    Thuy P.

    Came again yesterday. The place is not packed but still have a very good amount of customers. Tea is good as usual.

    Osmanthus oolong tea with mango and boba
    Jo-ann H.

    Always consistently tasty whenever I go. I got the Osmanthus oolong tea with mango. The touch of mango flavor is lovely and I always ask for less sweet so it does not overpower the tea flavor as well. Their boba are soft and chewy just how I like a good boba to be. The self-paying machine makes ordering a lot more convenient, but just be careful with the tipping that is automatically added. The place is nice and clean. Perfect for hangout out with friends.

    Sparkling orange with konjac
    Kristina N.

    I hardly venture out to Bellaire anymore and thus have not tried all the new boba shops that have opened in the last couple years. However I am glad that Chicha San Chen is one of the first places I've tried in a while! When you first walk in, the fresh tea aroma is so strong and fresh, it truly makes Chicha a true bubble tea shop. There is both a cashier and self order available. I have tried the mango green tea and the sparkling orange with konjac (non caffeinated) and both are amazing! I also appreciate the sleeve that comes with the drink so your hands don't feel cold and wet when holding the drink. The cup sleeves also have a cute a rope handle to carry your drink. Overall, I look forward to coming back to Chicha San Chen whenever I make my trek out to Bellaire.

    Nancy L.

    Out of all the places to get boba drinks in Houston now, this has become one of my top favorites. There is both a cashier or self kiosk order option available. My go to drink that I customize myself is the Dong Ding Oolong Team + cream + taro balls at "perfect" (70% sugar level). Keep craving it and can taste the strong quality tea. They do usually have a special tea you can taste test up by the register. The wait times isn't usually that long anymore. They do have tables if you want to chill with friends and their cups come in a cute paper carrying sling. Highly recommend if you want a boba drink in Chinatown!

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    Linda T.

    I might be the odd ball but I thought it was just okay. I have waited months for the crowd to die down where I can actually see the place. Esthetically pleasing for those who are more into a simple, modern, laid-back ambiance. Menu is simple and easy to read. Nothing too complicated. You can order on the kiosk or at the register. Tea are alright. Smooth, yes. Strong? No. I only get no sugar or 25% sugar level so I can taste the tea. Unfortunately, it was underwhelming. Prices are moderate as they have simple menu. Plenty of parking in the plaza but you may not get so lucky to park in front.

    Tea time
    Vicky L.

    I had long awaited the opening of Chi Cha San Chen in Houston and when it finally opened, the lines were super long of course. I did not justify the hours long wait time so a recent visit after the initial opening period made it more reasonable. There is a touchscreen for ordering as you enter on the right or you can place an order directly with a team member at the counter. There are more than a handful of tables for interior seating plus a tea bar area that seems fun to partake. Upon entrance, there are many team members behind the counter...some making drinks and some just standing there chatting with other team members. I decided to order via the touchscreen, which was easy to navigate through and pay. After paying, a receipt spews out and the order number is called when it is ready for pick up at the counter. While waiting, I became curious about the tea bar located at the back and asked one of the team members how it works. She wasn't able to tell me and asked another employee when and how it works. The other team member stated that the tea bar isn't currently open for tastings and not sure when it would be...possibly the weekends only. There wasn't a definite answer. The team members went right back to chatting with one another. Before our drinks came out, another employee came out to spray clean all the tables including ours, but it sprayed everywhere. I'm glad they take sanitation seriously but the spray was excessive. Once our drinks came out, we stayed for a bit to enjoy it. The tea lattes were delicious and full of tea flavor. The boba was nicely soft yet chewy, and thoroughly cooked. It is definitely an Instagram worthy shot with a cute tea caddy. I just felt like the employees didn't care and chatting with one another was priority. It was almost like a party behind the counter area, with way more staff than customers in shop (it was a weekday late afternoon). I'd go back for their drinks anytime but wouldn't plan on staying or trying their tea bar tastings since it isn't really a thing. It feels like such a waste not to have it operating though!

    cassie black tea + mousse
    Christy L.

    To be honest, when chicha first came to Texas in Austin, I was extremely let down by the teas I got. For some reason, my drinks tasted very diluted, and maybe I did have too high and unrealistic expectations, but nonetheless, I was disappointed. It's been a long time before I decided to give it another chance, but I'm really happy I did. This time in Houston, I got the taro milk tea with taro balls and the cassie black tea w/ mouse + taro balls. Taro MT - 9/10. Best taro mt I've ever had with fresh and light green tea. The taro balls itself are my favorite, and it is not often that you can find them at boba shops anymore. Would come back solely for this drink Cassie BT w/ mouse- 6/10. I think it's a me problem though. I don't think I enjoy the inherent notes of the tea itself, and the drink was also too sweet forward, but I still really enjoyed the taro balls. Excited to have it in my hometown now. Will definitely be back.

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    Amy C.

    I ordered Milk tea and tried the tea staff recommended: passion fruit green tea. I have no sugar in my milk tea because boba is already sweet; perfect combination. Passion fruit tea has less fruity taste Overall experience is good

    Sparkling Peach Tea - my fave! (comes with konjac jellies and peach chunks, which are crazy yummy)

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