This place is more known for their tea flavor, similar to Molly tea. I got their Oreo taro milk tea and thought it was a unique enough drink. Not too sweet but I personably didn't feel 30% vs 50% had a huge difference. Service was fast. I'd go back and try their milk teas and fruit teas separately and update this review. 1 hour validated parking. There are outlets inside but not a lot of seating. read more

Choo Tea - Oreo taro milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Choo tea is located on a corner. There's street parking or a paid lot however it was a little difficult to find parking during my visit. Looking at the menu, their recommended drinks are tea lattes (like Chayan and Molly tea) and fruit drinks. The interior is a nice spot for a couple friends to catch up though. I got the jasmine tea latte with 70% sweet and should've gone with 50%. Unfortunately, the drink was essentially milk with an essence of jasmine tea. I also tried the strawberry smoothie which is a mix of blueberry and strawberry. The orange green tea had muddled orange and green tea. Overall, everything was just okay. I wouldn't come back for their tea lattes however their fruit based drinks were okay. read more

Choo Tea - interior - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Stopped by Choo Tea a few times and tried the milk tea, fruit tea, and mango smoothie -- all three were genuinely good. - Milk tea: Smooth, well-balanced, with a clean tea backbone that wasn't drowned by sweetness. - Fruit tea: Bright and refreshing; the fruit flavors came through naturally without tasting artificial. Toppings were on point: chewy, soft boba that held up well in each drink, plus a nice popping fruit option in the fruit tea that added a bright burst. Everything complemented the drinks rather than overpowering them. Service was friendly and the shop felt inviting--great for casual meetups or a pick-me-up. If you appreciate well-made, straightforward tea drinks with thoughtful toppings, ChoO Tea is worth a visit. read more

I would consider this tea/ milk tea /bubble tea place on the higher end, more serious legit tea place list. They use high quality tea and love the options they have. Strong classic offering with some Unique combinations such as the grapefruit and peach tea. The osmanthus milk tea is solid. They are not overly sweet which is what I prefer. Location is convenient just across h mart in Bellevue. The interior is comfortable clean and elegant. Service was pretty quick. I would be back for sure. read more

This has quickly become one of my favorite places in town for a treat. You can really taste the difference with the high-quality ingredients--everything feels thoughtfully made and not overly sweet. The tea itself is smooth and flavorful, and most of the drinks already come with a topping, which I love because it feels like a complete drink without needing a bunch of add-ons. It's the kind of place I keep wanting to come back to when I'm craving bubble tea but want something a little more elevated and well balanced. Highly recommend if you appreciate quality and care in your drinks! read more

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I would think that the 4 star is mostly because its a new tea place and there is the shiny appeal. Overall its ok. For milk tea there are better places like chi cha san or UG that recently opened. For fruit tea there's places like hey tea and yi fang. Which in my opinion does it much better. What is my critique? Well the tea feels watered down and the fruit seems to be stingy. I would love more tea taste or more fruit taste. What I do taste is more watery and artificial than I would like. The service was fine and the ambiance is clean and crisp. Overall there's just a lot that can be improved on. read more

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Come here when you are craving something refreshing - their fruit teas are especially good - bright, fresh and well balanced. You can really taste the tea and fruit. Their boba also have great chewy texture, and the menu offers a good mix of classic milk teas and fruit teas. Service is quick, making it an easy stop to grab something to-go. read more

Choo Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

This is the third place I've been to that serves frappe tea lattes with the whip cream and pecans on top, the other two being Molly Tea (in the same city and almost vicinity as this place) and Chayan (in the U District). There's not much difference in the quality among them, which is to say I love the drinks I can get here. This could be the newer trend combatting - in my opinion - an imminently declining matcha craze in this state. I stopped by with a friend on a Friday night around 7:25pm after struggling to find parking nearby; you can usually find spots around the strip of 106th Ave NE just past Tapster, or along NE 2nd St. You're greeted by a pretty small cafe-like area that's clean, bright and a little noisy because of the drinks being prepared. They also sell pastries, which is pretty cool considering other places solely sell drinks. Throughout our visit, people kept coming in even when it was just 9 minutes before closing at 8pm and seating inside was almost full, so it's still gaining tons of traction even after several months of opening. Perhaps the time I went is more ideal given I've heard longer lines during peak hours. I got their osmanthus oolong tea latte at 30% sweetness and 50% ice as recommended by one of the servers at the front (15% sweetness recommended instead if you don't want it too sweet). Not too sweet, and the oolong tea flavors were really strong and floral here. Pecans added a nuttiness to the drink that I enjoyed, and it wasn't too heavy. Cup was on the smaller side though, and some of the flavors can be too strong for some tastes. I shared this drink with my friend, and he enjoyed it as well though I'm pretty sure neither of us got a good night's sleep after because of how strong their tea was. This is one of many drink places in competition with others around Bellevue, and I don't see myself coming here as often because of the wackier parking situations compared to near Downtown Bellevue Park or even around the UW Ave. Regardless, I loved my experience here and would consider taking others here if I'm around. read more

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I'd give this a 4.5/5! I love the clean layout and aesthetic, it reminds me a lot of Molly tea. Service was quick and helpful, especially when I asked about the difference between the latte and salty foam drinks. I ordered the osmanthus oolong latte with light ice and 50% sugar. The drink is a little smaller than expected, but the tea flavor is the strongest I've had in a while! I love osmanthus, and the previous tea spots I've visited tend to be pretty light. This flavor tasted deep and refreshing, so I was pretty impressed. Though I wish the portion was a little bigger, I feel that the quality is worth the price! read more

Choo Tea - Osmanthus oolong tea latte, light ice, 50% sugar - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

I totally think of myself as a boba snob, so I even surprise myself when I find a new place that I really like! But let's just say I'm at Choo Tea every couple of days, and I'm hooked on both the Sea Salt Cream Lychee and Sea Salt Cream Peach Teas! Both are pretty delicate in flavor and some might not like that, but I really do! I also don't like things too sweet, so I order 50% sweetness. If you're somebody who likes stronger flavors, go with the 100%, and you will probably like that more. I also add their crystal balls to it for the extra satisfying chew -- these are not tapioca balls, but more of a clear gel. I have also tried their baseline milk tea once, and I remember liking it. That used to be my go to (until I discovered the teas I mentioned above), and if I didn't like the baseline milk tea from a place, well that would nix the entire place for me lol. In this case, I did like it, so then I ventured to try these other drinks. I also love that they are open earlier than other bubble team places, cuz sometimes I just can't wait until noon when most open. This place starts serving milk teas at 11 am. Anyhow, it is definitely worth a try, and heck, I'll probably see you there! read more

3.5 rounded up. Waited 2 months after their opening to visit and there was still a pretty respectable line. When we arrived, the line almost went out the door. By the time we finished ordering, the line doubled and was literally outside. To my knowledge, no promotions were in place, so I'd say this spot is pretty popular. Parking is challenging as it's mainly street parking (though there are plazas nearby). Choo Tea seems to be one of those "premium" tea spots that have been trending recently with a focus on the frappe latte variants (tea with whipped cream). However, they do offer additional specialties and classic drinks which I appreciate. They have some appealing bakery items but the flavored pastries are a bit dry, so would skip. Black Sesame Basque Cheesecake - rich, creamy cake though the black sesame definitely covers any hint of cheesecake. Black sesame flavor was great though, so definitely recommend for black sesame lovers. A little small (looks bigger on the Creamy Milk Tea w/ Boba - honestly really good, great creaminess although too sweet. Black tea base that wasn't too strong because the creaminess is more of the emphsis (hence the name). A 30% sugar adjustment tasted like 70% so honestly not sure how their sweetness scale works. There were clear brown sugar drizzles on the side so I'd imagine 0% sugar is still on the sweeter end. read more

Choo Tea - Golden Eyebrow Black Tea Latte, Creamy Milk Tea, Osmanthus Oolong Tea Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

I've been to choo tea twice so far, so I can't say that I'm knowledgeable or have experienced many of their teas but the two I ordered weren't bad. The mango fruit tea was good; I got it at 30% sweet but could honestly go down to 10%. I also ordered their lychee oolong tea latte. I asked the server what the difference was between a tea latte and a milk tea and he didn't seem so sure. I tried it anyway, 30% sweet, iced. It tasted OK, a good lychee tea flavor. But with absolutely no ice, as you'll see in the picture. Extremely disappointing to not get any ice when you're expecting a refreshing iced drink. Also, the wait at both visits were horribly long and slow. They move at glacier speed. read more

Choo Tea - Lychee oolong tea latte. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Choo Tea is the newest boba spot to open in Bellevue, bringing a large menu of different tea beverages and some sweet treats. My colleague and I visited Choo Tea as it's walking distance from the office in downtown Bellevue and for their soft opening, it was pretty busy with patrons. There was a lot to choose from. My colleague ordered the coconut jasmine tea while I tried one of their handcrafted, specialty items, the matcha Oreo blend. When I attempted to order without sugar, they advised to have some sugar, so I ended up ordering it with 30%. It was a good amount too as it was not sweet, which I liked. I tasted more of the matcha and cream with the boba that came with. I'd be curious to try the other drinks offered here since the menu is large and you can customize the amount of ice and sugar in your drink. Although it's not my favorite spot or one I'd crave again, Choo Tea was solid. If I'm nearby the place, I'll check it out. But with how many boba spots there are in downtown Bellevue, I'd most likely only visit if it's close by. read more

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The drinks look fancy but taste oily. Easy to find, with nice lighting and open spaces. However, the kitchen was noisy and messy on opening day, and many items ran out by 4 PM. They also constantly lock and unlock different doors, which can be confusing for customers. Service was slow, taking half an hour to get a milk tea. read more

Love the design of this place because it looks super neutral and modern. There is no parking that we could find. The employees were great and quick at what they do. I got a unsweetened oolong tea with salted cold foam. It was good with a strong tea base. I would come back. The desserts looks amazing too. read more

Choo Tea - Unsweetened tea with foam - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Very busy boba shop but fast service. Teas are not too sweet. Parking is a little tough but they validate if you park in the garage and free parking after 4. read more

Taro and Purple Potato Milk: The taro and purple potato was tasty, I really enjoyed the texture. The taro ball was nicely chewy. You can't customize sweetness for this drink, and I wished this drink was a little less sweet. Lychee Oolong Tea with Salty Cream: This drink was great. The 30% sweetness was just right. The salty cream was a great complement to the tea, and tasted yummy when everything was mixed together. The lychee flavor was subtle, but you could still taste it. When we arrived at 1pm (opening time) on the weekend, there was already a line out the door. (Though it seems like they are slowly expanding their hours, since the last time we went, they opened at 12:30pm) It took a little less than half an hour from the time we started waiting in line until we got our drink. The inside had nice decor and was well lit from the big windows. There is indoor seating available, but might be full during peak hours. read more

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Choo Tea is a great addition to all the Boba in the Bellevue area. It's a little bit hard to find parking since it is street parking. The interior is really nice. They sell a bunch of pastries as well and have a decent amount of seating. I would say it is on the pricier side for drinks since most of them start around $7. Staff: Nice (5/5) Sanitation status: Clean (5/5) Osmanthus Oolong Tea Latte (4/5) The tea flavor came out pretty good in this drink. I felt like it was on the spendier side because the cup is on the smaller side. The candied pecans on top are actually pretty good but I can see some people not wanting it. When I ordered this drink the staff told me I couldn't add any toppings to the drink so that was a surprise. Taro and Purple Potato Milk (4/5) This drink was good, It was pretty thick considering the amount of purple potato they put in it. You could taste the taro in the drink as well. read more

Choo Tea - Osmanthus Oolong Tea Latte, Taro and Purple Potato Milk - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Very messy opening. No crowd control, no wait time estimates, no good handle on their inventory. Prices are insane too. Went on day 3 opening and they sold out of most teas by 5 pm. In addition to the 1 hour wait, the people in front of me got their teas sold out too, and were called back inside to change their order. It was loud and crowded with nowhere to sit, with people milling around with their drink tickets mixing with the confusing line for the register. I ended getting a refund for my drink and likely won't come back to check this place until 1 year later, if they survive that long ... read more

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Newly opened milk tea place. currently soft opening, limited 2 tea per person. Great tea. Only have 50% and 100% for sweetness for the fresh tea series, but 50% is still too sweet for me. But the tea is great. Everything quite well, the taste, the service. Hope they could maintain high quality over the time! read more

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This is my favorite boba spot right now! My favorite is the jasmine tea latte and I legit can't stop going back! I also tried their milk tea and love it. My partner and I come here all the time and I still love it every time. The staff are very nice and it is slightly pricey, but worth it considering the quality and freshness. read more

Choo Tea - Jasmine Tea Latte and Green Milk Tea with Oreo and Taro - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

This place is in the lobby of one of the business buildings away from the mall. As soon as I walked in, I liked the welcoming aesthetics and decor. I was able to try 2 drinks the Osmanthus oolong and the purple potato milk tea. The osmanthus oolong was delicate could have been a bit stronger, I got it the salty foam on top and while I usually love the salt cheese toppings this one I liked but didn't love. There is a bit of a different tang to it that was unexpected or maybe it doesn't go best with oolong flavor. On the other hand, I was pleasantly surprised by the potato milk drink. I got this hot and had open expectations. It was real nice to tuck into on a chilly day and would call it a comfort drink as it's a little on the heavy side. The flavor was balanced and the potato taro was not too sweet. The service was overall pleasant however they instructed when I asked a couple questions on their special versus what would be good recommendations. I assume since they are newer they are still experimenting with what specials they are promoting. I was intrigued by some of their chestnut drinks which I might try on my next visit. read more

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Choo Tea is a cute new spot that opened up and I think it's worth checking out. I ordered the grapefruit and peach green tea with 50% sugar and regular ice with aloe. The drinks here tend to run a bit sweeter, so I would recommend going with the staff's suggestions for how sweet to go. The staff were very friendly and I'm grateful they warned me about the sugar level before I ordered! The inside is very cute and the wait for the drinks wasn't too long. The reason I'm giving this a 4/5 is while the tea was very good, I tried swinging back here a different weekend night and they had run out of boba. This is understandable and happens, but it makes it feel like the drink is incomplete to me, so we ended up going somewhere else. The milk drinks were also very good and so I think I'll pick one of those up when I come back next time. read more

What a cool place to get milk, tea, Matcha, and other sweet drinks in Bellevue! The service is very friendly, they have a lot of drinks that yocan't get elsewhere! The drinks were still in the sweeter side with a reduction in the sweetness level. The drink was very good and I enjoyed the flavor and texture. I would recommend it would come back. read more

Choo Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

I came on a thursday night and it wasn't busy. Service was fast and it's very aesthetic inside. I tried the jasmine tea latte with whipped cream (very similar to snowy jasmine at molly tea), but I don't think the tea was strong enough (the tea wasn't very floral like it is at molly tea, and the tea flavor was overpowered by the milk) I didn't get to try the pastries and desserts but they looked good. Molly tea is very close though so I'd rather go there read more

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Seattle-Area Boba Shop Review #98 Choo Tea seems like it was straight plucked out from China given the overall design and minimalist feel. Like Heytea and others, boba shops like this tend to rely on telepathy and mind reading to discern what their menu items actually include. The other places at least have apps that give more description. Choo Tea on the other hand, takes things to another level and assumes that the customer knows the menu as well as the staff does. Then again, the staff seemed clueless as well, even though it was several days after the Grand Opening. Creamy Milk Tea w/ Pearl, 50% Sweet, Light Ice ($7.50) - I asked if this drink included dairy and/or milk and got two very conflicting answers. Firstly, the cashier, who didn't seem to understand the question, answered that they put milk on top. One of the bobaristas, who overheard the question, popped up and said they only use non dairy creamer. I have a feeling that neither are correct, given the texture and flavor of the drink. It first starts with very caramel-like, brown sugar overtones, then transitions to a bit of a milky funk, like they use cheese foam to thicken the drink. It is indeed very creamy and thick, making it feel luxurious and silky across the palate. There is unfortunately one missing element - that of the tea flavor, although given how deep the caramel notes are, I didn't mind too much. At half sweet it's not too sweet and half ice, surprisingly, isn't actually enough. The drink reaches the cusp of completely cooling, but the ice completely melts, and is thus unable to continue cooling the drink. I would go with full ice, especially if visiting during a warmer day. The boba, which comes included in the price of the drink, is excellent. Each pearl is uniform in size and smoothness, has plenty of sweetness from the brown sugar soak, and has pretty much the ideal chew and bounce. It's one of the best textures for boba around the Seattle area. Milk Tea Rating: 4/5 Boba Rating: 5/5 Osmanthus Milk Tea, 50% Sweet, Light Ice ($7.75) - I love osmanthus tea; the flowery, sweet floral taste, usually paired with oolong, typically works well with the inclusion of sweeteners and creamer or milk. I figured nothing could go wrong here, but then I received the drink. First thing I noticed - strange grains on the bottom of the drink, rice perhaps? Also, some pudding or jelly floating on top? And then on the first sip, the taste - sweet, alcoholic fermented, with a bit of a flowery note in the background. WTF? They put jiuniang (fermented rice) in this drink? I'm sorry, some people may enjoy this flavor profile, but there 0% chance I would have ordered this drink if the menu* even hinted at the inclusion of jiuniang. It's not as strong as some others I've unwittingly ordered abroad, but no, I'm not a fan. Milk Tea Rating: 1/5 The actual quality of the drinks is pretty high compared the the typical boba shop. Honestly, if they had a fully fleshed out menu, the staff actually knew what was going on, and I had ordered only the Creamy Milk Tea w/ Pearl, Choo Tea would likely land as a 5. But given my everything written above and my terrible experience with the Osmanthus Milk Tea, it gets a 3. *It was only after I examined my picture of one of the menus while writing this review that I noticed an asterisk to the right of the drink and the tiny print on the bottom explaining the addition of rice wine and "Othamanthus" jelly. It was completely non-obvious to me while in store, and the signboard in front that I used to determine my order did not mention those additions. Bathrooms - None in store. There are probably some around the building but I didn't look for them. read more

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I went searching for all the spots in Bellevue that served matcha themed treats, and I saw that Choo Tea has red bean matcha pastries! We went on a Saturday and it ended up being opening day, which was super exciting. The line was huge and the place was packed! I didn't order a drink but they looked delicious. I would definitely go back, I loved the vibe! read more

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Tried this new tea drinks establishments from Vancouver. The scene is intriguing with long lines. The drinks - Taro and Purple Potato - is smooth and milky. The taro and purple potato taste is very very mild the the mil taste overpowers it. Sweetness level at 30% is perfect for me. read more

Choo Tea - Long lines but fast moving - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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I came here on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. I parked at the H Mart nearby and walked across; I'm not sure if they validate parking in the building itself. I originally wanted the Peach Oolong Tea with salty cream, but they didn't have it that day. I ended up getting the Lychee Tea with salty cream at 30% sweetness, and it was delicious! I also tried the Taro & Purple Potato Milk (sweetness can't be adjusted) and that was good as well. The shop itself was nice, clean, and easy to find a seat in. My drinks came out quickly, which I appreciated. The only downside was the ordering experience; the person taking my order wasn't very friendly and seemed dismissive when I asked questions. Maybe she was just having a bad day, but it wasn't the warmest interaction. On the other hand, the lady who handed me my drinks was very kind and welcoming, which made up for it. Overall, great drinks and a nice spot to hang out; I'd come back to try more! read more

Choo Tea - Front: Lychee Tea with salty cream Back: Taro and Purple Potato Milk - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Big fan of choo tea , loved their slush with cheese ! I have to get couple of the peach slush everytime in Canada . And so happy they are here in Seattle . Got the grape slush with cheese instead . Peach is not in season now . Still so good . Got it so many times already . Loved it . Have not try anything else tho . read more

Oolong tea is really good. Not too sweet, very refreshing. Service is quick. Nice location. Walking distance from nearby HMart. read more

I ordered the special ores matcha, and it is really delicious, I like that. Also, the employees are nice read more

Choo Tea - Special Oreo Matcha - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

I ordered the lychee oolong tea latte at 30% sweetness without the whipped cream. The wait was only 5min and service was cordial. Sweetness and flavor of lychee and tea were just right. I actually like this place over Molly Tea. Will be back to try other flavors. read more

I love Choo Tea! Their black tea Latte is my absolute favorite : rich, smooth, and not too sweet. You can really taste the tea, which I love. The shop is clean and welcoming, with plenty of tables so it's a nice place to sit and catch up with friends. The staff are always friendly too. Definitely my go-to spot for good tea and a relaxed hangout! read more

Choo Tea - long line - Bubble Tea Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Orange jasmine green tea and osmanthus milk tea are really good! Will definitely reorder!

Great boba (I have gotten the Osmanthus milk tea with aloe jelly every time and it never disappoints!) very kind baristas, good music and comfy seating. Overall great cafe vibe and a must visit in Bellevue! read more

This store is amazing! They opened recently and I love all their drinks, especially the tea lattes. There's music playing in the background, and I love to go there to study, since there is free wifi. I saw some other reviews talking about wait time, but when I went, they don't seem to have a long line anymore - I waited ~4 minutes for my order. read more

Waited in line for 30 minutes. Ordered and waited another 30 minutes for them to call our order number and tell us they were out of jasmine tea. They should have been able to foresee how many more servings they had. I asked what they could replace this with and they said they only had black tea available. Do not recommend wasting your time at an establishment that cannot get their operations together despite many people working at the time. read more

Got the taro and purple potato milk, milk was very fresh and could definitely taste the taro. Drink is the perfect sweetness level in my opinion. A little pricy (but similar to other Bellevue milk teas) with a wait time of about 20 minutes currently, but it's fine to leave and come back. read more