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    Fat Bee Cafe Shawnee

    4.4 (37 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    FAT BEE CAFE SHAWNEE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Brown Sugar Boba Latte (left) and Kiwi Licious with popping strawberry boba (right)
    Amalia H.

    Really love the vibe and setting of the cafe and it looks like a nice hangout spot with friends or to do some work. The drinks were amazing and I love how there were plenty of options to choose from. Very quick service for the time we went, so I'm not sure if has busy hours like other places. Would recommend and I will be back for more! :)

    Creme brûlé latte
    Myrnie T.

    An awesome new addition to the local boba scene! The staff helped me find a drink that met my dietary requirements (if you need to avoid dairy and/or caffeine check out their "latte" series, which here literally means milk) and I chose a creme brûlée latte with coconut and oat milk. The staff was cheerful, the space is cute, and the drink was delicious! I normally need to stick to juices and slushies, so being able to try out a trendy milk-based drink without traveling home to the west coast is a real treat. The tapioca was cooked especially well, too. I just can't say enough good things about Fat Bee!

    Cute indoor sign and sitting area for the café
    Erin G.

    I was searching for a cute place to check out off Shawnee Mission Parkway, and I was happy to find this little place! They seem to specialize in cold drinks, including caffinated and non-caffinated drinks! When I came in, the ambiance was so cute. Lots of plants and comfortable tables and chairs, so if you have a bit of time, I recommend ordering for in-house. I got to the front and the batista helped me with ordering - - she recommended the crème brûlée coffee latte with regular sugar and regular ice (these were questions I was asked and I had NO IDEA what to say ). When you order, they give you a little remote that beeps when your order is ready, so you have a chance to check out the comfy seats no matter if you order in or take out. The drink was pretty sweet, but I assumed that was what I was getting myself into with this cold creamy drink. It was delicious but definitely warning if you're looking for savory, this drink is not for you. They even brûléed the top of the drink--it looked so cool and it even cracked like the dessert! Looking forward to cooking back to try out some of the Boba options for drinks. Thanks, Fat Bee!

    A view of the order counter and some seating.
    Christina B.

    I am not familiar with Boba Tea and don't drink tea that much (coffee is my fav) but my husband and I tried their teas and they were very flavorful! The establishment is very clean which I appreciate. Its decor is contemporary and bright and airy. The service was good and prompt. We will definitely go back and I will try their coffee drinks next time.

    Thai Iced Tea - Less Ice
    Jansher D.

    Wanted to try out this new boba place cause it looked really nice in pictures. I got the Thai iced tea with less ice. Was slightly disappointed cause it was more ice than less ice. The Thai iced tea was not bad but a little grainy. I will try this place again but was expecting better for the price of their boba. (Rating: 2/5) Inside - Still a lot of construction happening. My chair (booth) was falling apart when I sat on the edge of it. I wanted to do some work at the cafe but the dark, damp, environment convinced me otherwise. The place can use a lot of polish work, however, I liked the theme and style that they are going for. Excited to see the finished result. (Rating: 3/5)

    Ube Phin Laze (Right) Peach Tea Mania (left)
    Thu P.

    I've tried this place a few times and each time I was a bit disappointed. I tried the Ube Phan Laze which is just Vietnamese Coffee and I couldn't taste any ube. I got it with brown sugar boba which I liked but the ice wasn't crushed up fully and I keep getting chunks of it with my boba which I didn't enjoy. The price is a bit expensive compared to the other boba shops.

    Cute lounge area
    Kim S.

    Fat Bee is cute cute cute! The restaurant itself is very clean, decorated with modern furnishings, and is comfy. There are board games and comfy benches if you feel like staying for a bit. Today I tried the Crème Brûlée Boba and it is awesome. I got 50% sweet and it was plenty. I think the full sweet version might actually make my teeth hurt. Fat Bee is a great addition to Shawnee!

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    Jenni S.

    I love Fat Bee! They have the best brown sugar boba latte I've ever tried. The service is always friendly and the store is so so cute. They have other yummy drinks besides the brown sugar, but that one is my go to. I always stop by the one off of 135th in OP when I'm in the area, but today I was right next to the Shawnee location so stopped in to give them a try. Definitely glad I did that.

    Tropical Delight with mango jelly.
    Marissa W.

    Not to be dramatic but the drink I got here is one of the best things I've ever tasted. Just wow. And the jelly was STAR SHAPED! Pure happiness in a cup. This place is delightful with a quiet charming interior. The service is fast and attentive. The prices are very reasonable considering the size and quality. The menu is extensive and the worst part of my visit was struggling to decide what to order because there are just so many mouthwatering options. Guess I will have to come back frequently to try them all! Highly recommend this business.

    SO MUCH ICE!!!

    I would give this zero stars if I could!!! I payed $9 for ice, they stare at you while you press "no tip." I also payed for EXTRA BOBA and guess what, it was no where in sight, and taste was mid. Do not come here with your giftcard, they won't take it DO NOT RECOMMEND!!!

    Cream berry croffle
    Kim P.

    Really cute ambiance and plenty of seating. We ordered two drinks, strawberry matcha latte and a Ube freeze with regular sweetness level, but both drinks were way too sweet so it took us awhile to finish it. We ordered two different croffles, the Oreo, which I highly recommend. The cream Berry was just OK, the fruit was not fresh and came out frozen. Would give it another try and order the drinks less sweet next time.

    Strawberry cheesecake and taro freeze.
    Lisa H.

    One of my favorite boba shops. I love the lychee drink, taro freeze and strawberry cheesecake(no boba). This place is consistent in how their drinks are made. Sometimes there are so many different workers at other places and it does not taste the same. The lychee is good refresher especially on a hot day. It has a perfect balance of tea and lychee. The taro freeze and strawberry cheesecake are more of dessert drinks. I don't recommend boba pearls in the strawberry drink. It was not my favorite but the drink by itself was delicious and just what I imagined it to be. I am not a fan of the milk tea here. If you are looking for a good milk tea I would recommend doing tea!

    Hot Oolong Milk Tea, Tropical Vibe with Brown Sugar Boba, and Hot Crème Brûlée Milk Tea
    Rachel T.

    Delicious, quality boba drinks you can always count on! The Shawnee location is the latest addition to the Fat Bee franchise and I have been drinking at Fat Bee since its first location in Overland Park. This location carries the same quality in drinks and customer service. The cafe's ambiance makes it the perfect spot to grab a drink with friends or even work or study! I recommend trying the Tropical Vibe and Pink Lady drinks with Brown Sugar Boba. Don't forget to try out the croffle as well!

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    The drinks here are amazing and the servers are super chill and nice. Amazing place to hangout with friends or just to get some boba at

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    Excellent bubble tea. 15 year old approved! We got the brown sugar- highly recommend. Also, a great place to get some quiet time work done.

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    Welcoming, pretty little space. Friendly staff. Good drinks, pretty and flavorful. Only one food item though, and it's like a tiny waffle.

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    07/27/2025 front facing Johnson Dr. street parking out front.

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    Outdoor sidewalk view of shop

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    Dessert table to left as you enter. Similar one to the right.

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    Our tea assortment of sweets and savories

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