After spending the afternoon walking around Richmond, bubble tea was calling my name! Gigi Tea is a small shop where you can order downstairs and then head upstairs to sit if you'd like. I took my drink to go and it was ready pretty quickly. The barista making drinks was super nice and set me up with a rewards punch card which I appreciated. I kept it simple with a lychee black tea and lychee jelly which was just what I needed. read more

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Best little mom and pop boba shop ever. They are always so kind, a couple years ago they never had an open upper space. It was nice to see that it was open with many chairs, tables AND numerous outlets. They even have whiteboards for studying. Unfortunately since it's just the family that works here it's only open 12-7 everyday. On whatever free days I have I'll definitely go here. If I didn't do reviews I definitely would have gate kept it but i'm just so nice ‍ The Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie just hits the spot and fills the craving so easily. That's my favorite drink there! I'm so excited to try their other items as well. When I went I didn't see any food, but hopefully I'll be able to try some on my next visit too! read more

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As Bay Area natives, boba runs in our blood. Super happy to stumble upon Gigi tea time! Good flavor tea, you can tell it's fresh! Wish the boba was cooked a little longer but that's all! Man that helped us was very friendly, was working alone, so be mindful there may be a wait. Cute game, seating area upstairs with wifi! read more

Gigi Tea Time - 1. Jasmine Green Tea and 5. Lychee black tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I like to come here with my boyfriend. The bobas are delicious and the people who work there are so wonderful :) they have fun books on the second floor. Fav bubble tea joint in Richmond read more

While visiting RVA from D.C., my wife had a bubble tea craving. Luckily, the city has plenty of options, but Gigi Tea Time was rated highest. So we went. And we're so glad we did! There was easy street right out front. The shop is small, but does have a restroom and a seating area on the second floor. The man behind the counter was very nice and walks you through the large menu of Taiwanese-style bubble tea. I order a large creylon black tea latte with boba. The regular wasn't too sweet- well balanced! read more

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Five stars!! This place is a must visit!! The parking is the ONLY downside of it (street parking near Broad), but there are a bunch of spaces on side streets. The owner made recommendations, and even took some cute pics of me and my little party on our way out. My partner loved their rose tie-guanyin tea, and I am obsessed with the toffee milk tea I got there. Their boba is amazing, and the seating area is the upper loft is so adorable. It was peaceful and quiet on a Sunday afternoon, perfect for reading or studying or good times with friends. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Stairs to seating - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I tried to go here one day as I was headed to the nearby Verizon, but they were closed. I decided to come back later in the week and tried the Honey Oolong Milk Tea. The boba were perfect! You could actually taste the brown sugar and the texture was on point, nice and bouncy and squishy. So many places have rock hard boba so it was really nice that they got that part right. The service was good. The lady gave me a punch card. They have a quaint, mom and pop feel. I didn't really enjoy my drink, but I may have just gotten the wrong thing. Aside from the boba, it just tasted like a cup of milky ice water. It wasn't good enough to finish, so I ended up tossing it as I walked down the street. I'd try them again though. read more

I work across the street from this place and have often wondered if they were any good. Curiosity got me today, and I ventured over and to my surprise... this place is just what I needed. The group on line in front of us was going hard, ordering the Thai tea.. they declared it the best drink in the house. I sampled it and some Taro tea, and I was sold... Taro tea was the winner, slightly sweeter, with some pineapple jelly in the bottom. I have found a new spot in walking distance from work... I will definitely be back because the owner was super friendly.. excellent customer service, great suggestions, and a delicious drink. Thai tea next I think. signed one happy lady. read more

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This place is so tiny and cute. I got the strawberry/raspberry boba tea and it was SO YUM. Actually tasted like real tea and not just fake fruit juice like most boba places. I got a large with 3 different types of boba and it was only 6 dollars which is amazing, and the man gave me a punch card for a free drink. i will definitely come back here!! 10/10 read more

Gigi Tea Time - raspberry/strawberry boba tea with 3 types of jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

We got the coffee milk tea (50% sweet) and the honey oolong (30% sweet). The coffee milk tea is exactly what it says it is - milk tea with coffee. And the boba is a perfect addition. It's just the right consistency of chewy and not overly sweet. The honey oolong is also as stated - slightly sweet oolong tea with boba. If you like oolong tea, you'd love this. I probably should have gone with 50% sweetness. It's a little too oolong-y for me. I got swayed by the reviews and really wanted to try it. If I go back, I'd just go with the original. I'm sure it's great. Service is fast and direct. I asked several questions and changed my order twice. He never rushed me or got annoyed - just asked clarifying questions and repeated the order. I really appreciate that. read more

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I got (4. Honey Oolong Tea) didn't really like it. It tasted like a black and green tea mix not really sweet at all. It's good for a health person but I'm into sweet or fruity things like taro or thia tea. Nice place has a small upstairs lounge 4 tables. And few games available if you want to play games like jinga, checkers... etc! Free Wi-Fi read more

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I will always have the time for GiGi's Tea! Right on the busy strip of West Broad Street, this quaint tea shop provides authentic Taiwanese teas and Chinese/Taiwanese snacks for the Richmond community. The shop is small, but clean and decorated well with Chinese inspiration and beautiful tea accessories! It looks like they have an upstairs for seating however, I was not sure if this was open for customers. I was not planning to stay and only grabbing a drink to go. Parking: GiGi Tea time is located in the strip of stores on West Broad Street. It's only street parking if you can find any. I walked from the restaurant I ate dinner and did not have to consider parking for my visit. I ordered the Honey Oolong Tea with Lychee Jelly, 50% sweetness. You can taste the earthiness of the Oolong and I enjoyed the authentic tea flavor. I had this sweetened by half the amount and it was the perfect balance with the lychee jelly. The prices are reasonable for each drink! Staff: The owners are a husband/wife duo that is kind and personable! We talked about our dogs and they have a cute shitzu named CoCo that is adorable LOL I cannot wait to come back to try there boba and food as well! So glad I found GiGi Tea Time on Yelp for a new boba tea spot in the RVA area!! read more

Gigi Tea Time - 4. Honey Oolong Tea with Lychee Jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Only one person was working, but she made drinks quickly. I got a Honey Oolong Tea Latte with boba and no adjustments. It was alright, a bit sweet, but it was cheap compared to other boba shops ($4.50). Also got a Chinese Crepe, and it was yummy. I wish it had meat though. They don't offer indoor seating or a bathroom right now. read more

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I like that the matcha wasn't overly sweet. The tapioca pearls was freshly made! There's also more seating upstairs with a few board games. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Thai tea and matcha green tea with boba pearls - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I'm sorry, Gigi Tea Time - either I went on an off day, or I'm just not a fan of your teas... Looking up to see a bubble tea place near by, this popped up on the feed and seemed to have a great set of reviews. The place offers various Taiwanese snacks (like Chinese crepes, fried chicken, shrimp rolls, etc.), as well as a selection of hot and cold beverages. I ordered: +the Coconut Milk Tea +the Lemon Twist Fruit Tea +and, the Honeydew Smoothie All were just super watered down; not sure if the tea was steeped enough, if it was diluted, and/or if real milk was being used. It was just so disappointing! Staff were friendly, and there is some seating upstairs. Limited street parking in the front. I'm glad I was able to check this place out, but wouldn't return. +watered down drinks +friendly staff +limited street parking available read more

If you want authentic tea then this is the place. Each cup is made with freshly brewed tea and minimal ice meaning you get all the flavor, quality, and quantity of tea unlike some chain bubble tea places. There's no dine in seating right now but their drinks are perfect for on the go for a picnic in Monroe Park. read more

Gigi Tea Time - 6. Raspberry and Strawberry Fruit Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

DELICIOUS MILK TEA. Please get the honey oolong tea. Gigi is a must in Richmond. The tea flavor is strong and balanced really well in sweetness. At the time I went, the indoor dining was closed off, but it looks like it would have been a nice place to hang out with friends and chill. It definitely was a local favorite because when I got there more and more customers came. The only downside was the wait time because there was only the owner working but she was very nice and had to make so many orders before mine. So if you go, please just be patient. There is also the cafe dog that kept you company so waiting wasn't all that bad. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I have been here many times and loved what I ordered every time. The boba is always fresh and delicious and so is the food. The owners/workers are very friendly and fast. I usually get it to go but there is some decent seating upstairs. read more

Ok this place has the best pearls in Richmond, the boba balls definitely taste better than kung fu tea. I ordered Ceylon black tea latte with pearls, it's so good. It's probably one of the best boba I have had in awhile. The staff was very friendly as well. I was in a rush when I ordered, but I remember wanting to try other things. So I need to come back again when I visit Richmond. The reason why I didn't give five stars is because I think it's more expensive than most boba places. My large black tea latte with pearls is more than $6. I was shocked, but I was in a rush so I got it anyway. Highly recommended! read more

Gigi Tea Time - 4. Ceylon Black Tea Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Gigi Tea Time is so great! They have a great variety of flavors, service is fast and friendly. Drinks usually aren't overly sweet which is my biggest complaint for most chain boba places. Very flavorful and satisfying every time. My boyfriend's been coming here for a while and Gigi recognized him which is very wholesome. This is definitely my top spot in the area for boba tea. Drink pictured is a large size. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Large size pictured - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Best service. Friendly. The staff was very careful explaining things and options. Love the team and atmosphere.

This cute place serves some quality boba tea! I ordered a large thai tea w boba. The tea definitely tasted like thai tea, and it was not overly sweet. Additionally, I was pleasantly surprised at how soft and chewy the boba pearls were! The size of their bubbles are smaller than the ones at kft, but I actually feel like I enjoy the smaller ones better. My friend ordered the lychee black tea w lychee jelly which I tried as well, and it was very good too. I can't wait to try the other flavors here! They also have a cool seating area upstairs that you should check out. I can definitely see myself going here to study or to hang out with a few friends. read more

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nice and very welcoming service. the bubble tea was very tasty. i recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Gigi Tea Time - coconut milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Thank you Yelp community for helping me find this place! I recently planned a spontaneous trip to Richmond, VA and this place was a must after reading the glowing reviews. I love the second floor and being able to have that space to enjoy my drink and to chat. Surprisingly found UNC writing on the chalkboard so I enjoy knowing that fellow Tarheels visited! Located around VCU and a quick stop while exploring the surrounding area, I definitely recommend sipping on their boba (Honey Oolong Tea Latte)! The owners were super duper sweet and made sure that our drinks were to our liking! I hope to be back since I got a loyalty card! read more

This bubble tea place has a nice variety of flavors and toppings, and their milk teas are notably dairy-free. I ordered what I thought was a slightly ridiculous combination of matcha milk tea with red beans and lychee jelly, which actually turned out great. Matcha benefits from something sweet like the lychee, and the red beans added some substance. There were a few food options, but I think the teas are where it's at. read more

Gigi Tea Time - 2. Matcha Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Owned by Italy's famous keeper, Gigi Buffon, and his secret gf, Gigi Hadid, I hadid some bubble tea here when I was last in Richmond. I didn't love the tea here and I would probably give it three stars if it wasn't for the really nice service - and the fact that there was absolutely no selection in Richmond other than one or two good places down the road, such as TT - so 4 stars is definitely fair considering the local competition and considering this new business is putting it out there and giving the authentic Taiwanese Bubble Tea game its best shot. I will give it another try and see if I can find some 5-star worthy drinks next time I am in town. read more

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I got the mixed matcha green jasmin tea, it was delicious. And the lady is so so nice. They have a bunch of cute plants in there too which was nice to look at while she made my tea. read more

My parents and I come to Gigi Tea Time very frequently! The couple that runs the shop are very nice and they have a variety of not only bubble tea, but small Chinese snacks as well such as crepes and cookies. I always get the Matcha Smoothie with bubbles and my parents usually get the Taro Milk Tea - we all love our orders and are able to customize the sweetness usually! The bubbles are always the perfect level of chewy and they do give you a lot of bubbles for your drink. Another topping that I have ordered is the strawberry jelly (heart-shaped!), which is also pretty good. There is also an upstairs sitting area where you can sit with your friends and enjoy, so you don't have to take your boba on the go with you! I do want to warn you that parking is not amazing, since you will either have to street park or park somewhere else and walk to the store. Either way, I love this place a lot more than KFT because it has better flavors and is family owned :) read more

Gigi Tea Time - Matcha Smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I'm a fan of this place! I was spending the day in Richmond and was craving bubble tea. I found this place on Yelp and gave it a try! The place was kinda difficult to get to because the parking situation is a bit tight. You'll most likely have to parallel park and walk a short distance to reach the store. I ordered the black milk tea and my friend ordered the taro milk tea. The owners/baristas seemed flustered- I'm not sure why since there were only like 8 customers in the store. They got our orders mixed up but we resolved the issue after a while. They gave us a free drink since they mixed up our orders which was nice. I really liked my milk tea with boba because it had a subtle sweet taste. I dislike bubble tea with an overwhelming sugary taste. I also tried the taro milk tea which was the best one out of the three that we had. It had a nice creamy taste (non-dairy milk!) and a rich taro flavor. The other milk tea that I tried was the toffee milk tea with coffee jelly. This one was a bit too sweet for me so I don't think I'd ever get it again. Overall, definitely a cute little tea shop with good variety to try out if you're craving bubble tea! read more

Gigi Tea Time - toffee milk tea with coffee jelly, taro milk tea with boba, and black milk tea with boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My daughter had the taro boba milk tea and said it was delicious! The lady that helped us was very friendly and shop is very chill and inviting. We will be visiting again when we're back in town. read more

4/5 for RVA standards! I got the taro milk tea the first time I went and it was too sweet for 50% sugar. Today, however, I gave Gigi Tea a second chance and ordered their honey oolong tea with jelly. It was a pretty good drink that had intense oolong tea flavors and the sweetness was perfect! I did taste hints of honey but I did wish that it came through a little stronger. The drinks definitely satisfies your boba/bubble tea needs if you're coming from a big city like me. I love how its two floors with lots of seating and outlets on the top floor. You can study with friends or you can play some board games (some are supplied) while enjoying your boba. The bathroom was clean and the music isn't too loud so the entire environment reminds of a nice, cute typical boba shop. I haven't tried anything else on the menu but I personally prefer their teas to their milk-based drinks. read more

Very friendly staff - they're willing to help or customize an order to your taste. Good variety of drinks and the quality was pretty good. I didn't try any of the food, but they have a fun menu. Could be a little cleaner and parking is a hassle if you're driving. Otherwise, it's a great boba shop. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Taro & matcha - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The perfect snack of Taiwanese fried chicken (only available on Sat/Sun) with on the mark flavors with cumin and pepper. Juicy with crispy edges and for $5! Little loft seating with games was a cute oasis to settle in for a minute to have a mid day tea time. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Taiwanese Fried Chicken - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

About 6 years ago, an ex of mine who was Asian took me to a place in New York that had the most amazing boba tea. Since then, I haven't had boba tea until about a year ago. I tried a few places here in Richmond and not that I was disappointed, but I always felt there was something better in this area. Luckily, through Yelp, I came across a great review that was very descriptive and convincing. So today, I finally gave Gigi a try and it was everything that I hoped it would be, plus some more! As I entered, the lady at the counter was very pleasant and when I told her it was my first time there and I found them through Yelp, she gave me a huge smile and the most sincere thank you ever. Once my drink was made, she even waited for me to try it, to make sure it was made to my liking. Which it certainly was. She also gave me a punch card. As if I needed anymore reason to come back =) As if my visit couldn't have gotten any better, as I was leaving, the gentleman came from behind the counter and opened the door for me. Things like that make me totally not care that I had to pay for parking. Lol. As for my tea, it was absolutely delicious! I had the blackcurrant fruit tea with passion fruit boba. It was not overly sweet like most places and I love the size and texture of their boba pearls. They have a kind of a thin shell with a burst of liquidy flavor. I'm not a fan of places that only offer the chewy bubbles that are like gummy bears. So Gigis' boba pearls were definitely a pleasant surprise. I also had a Chinese hamburger. It was very greasy, but good. It was a little deceiving at first. Especially at $5 for how small it is. But it's piled with meat and very dense. So trust me, one will most likely do the job. It's rare that I write a review immediately after visiting a business. But this was such an awesome experience! Shout out my new Yelp friend, Cindy S. for helping me to find this Richmond gem! read more

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I have been going to GiGi's since they opened and I have never been disappointed!! This is my ULTIMATE FAVORITE BOBA TEA SPOT EVER!! Gigi has prepared just about every flavor they have. I have also tried the Specialty Chicken and other delectable treat's they offer. If you stop by there don't sleep on the other menu items. The only downside of GiGi's is the location (VCU, Siegel Center and on Broad Street) and lack of parking, however I always make it work ! I have even hosted meetings in the 2nd floor cafe. They provided wifi and catered my meeting, it was a unique experience for all! The menu is perfect for any type of food diet. The owners are some of the kindest sweetest people I have ever met! They are accommodating and so friendly. I have always been particular about my boba, and GiGi's customizes everything to my liking. If you didn't get what you wanted it's because you didn't ask , I can attest to that! This is one business I can honestly say listens to me! I feel appreciated and welcome, which in this day and age is priceless! You must go try the other goodies, Lawd! (As I get in my car to drive to GiGi's), just don't get in my way lol! read more

You can't beat the service here! Tea is always fresh, delightfully made by the two primary store owners. Kung Fu tea is good but if you're looking for things like passion fruit boba, and roasted rice green tea (highly recommend) I would give this place a try. Clean (my big need!) and inviting. Spilled my tea and they were so nice about it and even made a new one. :-) Ask them for recommendations! read more

Gigi Tea Time - Roast rice green tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I am visiting from California and I have been craving boba (bubble tea) so my boyfriend's cousin took us here. It hasn't been a week and we have gotten boba here three times already! I am definitely gonna miss this place when I go back home. You can never go wrong with the Thai Tea, Taro Milk Tea and Matcha Milk Tea! They're all so delish and the bubbles are nicely made. Their Thai Tea is my favorite!! I believe they also have hot drinks. The place is so cute and the workers are extremely friendly! What are you waiting for? Come visit Gigi Tea Time! read more

Gigi Tea Time - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I'm always craving some boba! I wanted to try a place I haven't been before and so Gigi's it was. It's at a nice spot on Broad street, but only street parking is available. Compared to most boba spots, pricing is good (seems cheaper than others). I ordered a medium Honeydew Milk Tea and it was a little less than $4 (without toppings). There's seating upstairs, which is cute. I could see it getting packed. It doesn't have too many board games options list most other spots. I'm impressed by the non-dairy milk tea options! I never really see this. The Honeydew milk tea was delicious. It tasted super fresh, as well. I would definitely order this, again. The only thing about Gigi's is that they don't have enough options on their menu. It's too simple. Hopefully they expand their options. read more

Gigi Tea Time - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Driving up from North Carolina and just had to stop for a bubble tea fix. It was easy to access off of 95 N bound. Yelp brought me here! Conveniently located on the main street on the perimeter of VCU campus, lots of metered parking available. As soon as you walk in you're wowed but the ceiling heights. There is a loft space available for you to sit and enjoy your beverage or just hang out. If you're interested in a quick grab and go there are so many murals on the same block for you to be in awe of, if the weather permits of course. Quality drinks! The drinks were not watered down, plentiful flavor and the customer service was profound. A small mom & pop shop with an actual mom & pop lol. Clean environment, bright and airy, it's the ideal tea shop. ps. very instragrammable. the freaking bubbles are in the shape of hearts. read more

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This bubble tea was just incredible. The tapioca bubbles were super tender and flavorful: you could tell they were very fresh and made in house. The lemon honey oolong tea was refreshing, with a strong lemon flavor accompanied by a perfect level of sweetness from the honey. The coconut milk tea was also excellent, but I preferred the lemon honey. The prices were also very appropriate for the serving size: my tea was about $5 for a medium size with boba. Due to COVID, there was no seating available, but I highly recommend stopping here for a delicious drink! read more

Gigi Tea Time - 3. Lemon Honey Oolong Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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