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This place is not bad. Tho my fellow boba connoisseurs think the HL in Newark is better. The matcha waffle had a mochi texture to it. The original waffle tasted very normal. Thea go lemonade slush was very sour. So was the lychee lemonade. Service is not bad. Place is kind of cute. But less cute than other boba places. Above average B
WHEN: Sat @1:30pm While everyone was outside for the Wine & Arts Festival, we took cover for some refreshments to cool off. It's my first time at a Happy Lemon, so I figure I keep it simple by ordering: E10 - KUMQUAT LEMON w/LYCHEE JELLIES - $6.25 Wow, so refreshing! I think the secret ingredient is the salted dry plum, which I didn't expect to be in it! I love those, and I think it enhances all the wonderful flavors! This was so good and unique! This shop is pretty cute, well air-conditioned, with a couple of chairs and tables to hang out in. Not a busy time, but perhaps because it's during a festival.
Food here is great. Service always seem to be OK ambience we hear music and street side noise.
Terrible experience. I paid $1 extra for salted cheese on the side, and instead of giving me a proper container with a lid, they just put it in a cup and covered it with plastic wrap. Seriously? That's so careless -- it can easily spill. Every other store I've been to handles this properly, but this place couldn't even do that right. First and last time coming here.
This location is just down the street from where we live. We always walk past it, but this time when I was craving boba, we ordered from here. I ordered online and by the time we got there, about 10-12 minute walk, it was ready. The small dining area had a few tables and bar stools by the windows. We sat at one of the tables, it was a hot day out. I got the passion fruit mango green tea and it was refreshing on a hot day. My bf ordered the milk tea w/ boba and taro, he said the taro was a bit grainy. I also ordered the original waffle and it was good. Next time I'll have to try the Oreo flavor.
There was a line, and other customers before us waiting for their drinks outside. There was a big screen to show whose's drink were up next. Kinda felt like the dmv. Lol but I did like how they limited capacities. My very first happy lemon, and I sure am very happy. I got passion fruit green tea with lychee jelly. I love drinks with real fruits in them, and was satisfy with real passion fruit inside my drink. My friend loved her matcha drink, even though she didn't really tasted the tiramisu. But she love the salted cheese, I guess it's a happy lemon must have. Too bad I can't try it, because Of my lactose allergy. I really wanted to try their boba waffle, but they don't make that after 8pm. I will return and hopefully they will have them available.
** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** Shouldn't they put a mask on the Happy Lemon girl who gave me the white-gloved V sign as I walked up to the counter (photo: https://bit.ly/3iPIQl7)? At least I thought it was a girl. The yellow bowtie and red vest are throwing me off, so let's just assume Happy Lemon is non-binary. That would be appropriate since the salted cheese tea is an equal opportunity temptation to (primarily) Asian boys and girls alike. I was an Asian boy once. I was carefully strolling on Park when I noticed a new Happy Lemon out of the corner of my eye on Santa Clara. Honestly I was not making a beeline there as I haven't been patronizing drop-by spots no matter what beverages or other goodies they serve. But since it was relatively empty (just two people waiting), I decided to curb my cautionary ways and order the $4.25 Black Tea with Salted Cheese (photo: https://bit.ly/2SFPqA9). I recalled liking it against my better judgment in their Berkeley and Cupertino locations back in the halcyon, pre-pandemic days. I took it outside, found a solitary spot, and sipped it with purpose. I knew enough not to mix the creamy, salty top with the tea underneath. I drink it like a fat separator...not that I know how to separate myself from fat. However, for a non-binary sweet-savory treat, it worked for the few minutes I could pull down my mask. TEA - 4 stars...uniquely Asian sweet-savory treat for a once-in-a-while libation AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...he/she/they...Happy Lemon! SERVICE - 4 stars...properly distant and masked TOTAL - 4 stars...looking forward to future sipping freedom...someday RELATED - Exploring Alameda? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2Ik8mky
Time: last Tuesday evening Place: place looks a little run down in terms of paint and furniture, but still has a cute atmosphere. Store front is a little small, but not anything different from crowded downtown spaces. There was a couple areas for seating (two tables and a small counter by the window, but it's mostly turned into a take out store ever since the pandemic. COVID Precautions: staff and patrons wore masks. The protective shield was still up at the cashier and pick up counter. Food: I got the regular sized black tea with cheese foam and boba. I usually get 50% sweetness and less ice. Their boba is usually pretty good, but it didn't taste like they soaked it honey for long enough this time. Happy Lemon probably does one of the best cheese foams as it isn't too creamy or sweet. I'd recommend upgrading to a large if you get boba and cheese foam to make sure there is enough drink to toppings ratio. Overall, I am a pretty frequent Happy Lemon visitor when I am in the area. Their drinks are a little pricier, but it's a good treat once in a while. I usually don't get cheese foam at other places, but they do cheese foam well!
Boba places have become quite popular in Alameda these days. This Happy Lemon is pretty new and I came here with my bf to get a creama drink. I parked a few blocks down closer to the movie theatre and walked a couple of blocks to get here. When we got in, there were a few people waiting in line. We waited for a bit and then ordered. I ordered the matcha latte tiramisu salted cheese. I have never tried it before and the cashier recommended. They were pretty quick at making the drink and I got it right away. First sip (without a straw) was pretty much just the tiramisu salted cheese. I had to ask for a straw to taste the matcha latte. It was definitely great! I did enjoy it a lot. For the smaller size its $4.50 a drink. It is a little pricier I think but based on location, item, competition etc. $4.50 is within reason. If I happen to be by the area again, I would definitely order it again.
Came on a Sunday night around 7 pm. Decided to order the Yakult Lemon Slushy to see what the big deal was with the lemon drink. Waited about 5-7 minutes for our 3 drinks. I took a sip of the yakult lemon slushy and was immediately hit with the tartness of the lemon. There was also a jelly which I couldn't identify in my drink. (I later found out from my other friend that it's lychee jelly cubes). The drink was tart but also very sweet. I drank about half of it before I had to stop to give my taste buds rest. The store itself is clean and the employees seem to be pretty efficient. Only a few tables so probably not the best place for a large group gathering. There's street parking which we easily found on Sunday night. I'll be back again to get something else. Maybe my normal black tea with salted cheese.
5 months ago
I got the black tea salted cheese with boba. Left and walked about a street away as I drank. The boba was melted and really mushy. I hateeeee going back to "complain" LOL but it was REALLY BAD. And they didn't even give me that much boba. I went back and asked the cashier (she was not the one who originally made my drink). She completely understood and said maybe it was newer batch of boba that hasn't cooled down. This time I got mango crystal boba. The cashier immediately made my drink. MUCH BETTER! She said sorry and was really nice. The salted cheese tasted a bit off. But honestly maybe it is because I haven't been to happy lemon in a while. read more
4 months ago
This place is not bad. Tho my fellow boba connoisseurs think the HL in Newark is better. The matcha waffle had a mochi texture to it. The original waffle tasted very normal. Thea go lemonade slush was very sour. So was the lychee lemonade. Service is not bad. Place is kind of cute. But less cute than other boba places. Above average B read more
WHEN: Sat @1:30pm While everyone was outside for the Wine & Arts Festival, we took cover for some refreshments to cool off. It's my first time at a Happy Lemon, so I figure I keep it simple by ordering: E10 - KUMQUAT LEMON w/LYCHEE JELLIES - $6.25 Wow, so refreshing! I think the secret ingredient is the salted dry plum, which I didn't expect to be in it! I love those, and I think it enhances all the wonderful flavors! This was so good and unique! This shop is pretty cute, well air-conditioned, with a couple of chairs and tables to hang out in. Not a busy time, but perhaps because it's during a festival. read more
1 year ago
Food here is great. Service always seem to be OK ambience we hear music and street side noise. read more
1 year ago
Terrible experience. I paid $1 extra for salted cheese on the side, and instead of giving me a proper container with a lid, they just put it in a cup and covered it with plastic wrap. Seriously? That's so careless -- it can easily spill. Every other store I've been to handles this properly, but this place couldn't even do that right. First and last time coming here. read more
This location is just down the street from where we live. We always walk past it, but this time when I was craving boba, we ordered from here. I ordered online and by the time we got there, about 10-12 minute walk, it was ready. The small dining area had a few tables and bar stools by the windows. We sat at one of the tables, it was a hot day out. I got the passion fruit mango green tea and it was refreshing on a hot day. My bf ordered the milk tea w/ boba and taro, he said the taro was a bit grainy. I also ordered the original waffle and it was good. Next time I'll have to try the Oreo flavor. read more
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There was a line, and other customers before us waiting for their drinks outside. There was a big screen to show whose's drink were up next. Kinda felt like the dmv. Lol but I did like how they limited capacities. My very first happy lemon, and I sure am very happy. I got passion fruit green tea with lychee jelly. I love drinks with real fruits in them, and was satisfy with real passion fruit inside my drink. My friend loved her matcha drink, even though she didn't really tasted the tiramisu. But she love the salted cheese, I guess it's a happy lemon must have. Too bad I can't try it, because Of my lactose allergy. I really wanted to try their boba waffle, but they don't make that after 8pm. I will return and hopefully they will have them available. read more
** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** Shouldn't they put a mask on the Happy Lemon girl who gave me the white-gloved V sign as I walked up to the counter (photo: https://bit.ly/3iPIQl7)? At least I thought it was a girl. The yellow bowtie and red vest are throwing me off, so let's just assume Happy Lemon is non-binary. That would be appropriate since the salted cheese tea is an equal opportunity temptation to (primarily) Asian boys and girls alike. I was an Asian boy once. I was carefully strolling on Park when I noticed a new Happy Lemon out of the corner of my eye on Santa Clara. Honestly I was not making a beeline there as I haven't been patronizing drop-by spots no matter what beverages or other goodies they serve. But since it was relatively empty (just two people waiting), I decided to curb my cautionary ways and order the $4.25 Black Tea with Salted Cheese (photo: https://bit.ly/2SFPqA9). I recalled liking it against my better judgment in their Berkeley and Cupertino locations back in the halcyon, pre-pandemic days. I took it outside, found a solitary spot, and sipped it with purpose. I knew enough not to mix the creamy, salty top with the tea underneath. I drink it like a fat separator...not that I know how to separate myself from fat. However, for a non-binary sweet-savory treat, it worked for the few minutes I could pull down my mask. TEA - 4 stars...uniquely Asian sweet-savory treat for a once-in-a-while libation AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...he/she/they...Happy Lemon! SERVICE - 4 stars...properly distant and masked TOTAL - 4 stars...looking forward to future sipping freedom...someday RELATED - Exploring Alameda? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2Ik8mky read more
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Time: last Tuesday evening Place: place looks a little run down in terms of paint and furniture, but still has a cute atmosphere. Store front is a little small, but not anything different from crowded downtown spaces. There was a couple areas for seating (two tables and a small counter by the window, but it's mostly turned into a take out store ever since the pandemic. COVID Precautions: staff and patrons wore masks. The protective shield was still up at the cashier and pick up counter. Food: I got the regular sized black tea with cheese foam and boba. I usually get 50% sweetness and less ice. Their boba is usually pretty good, but it didn't taste like they soaked it honey for long enough this time. Happy Lemon probably does one of the best cheese foams as it isn't too creamy or sweet. I'd recommend upgrading to a large if you get boba and cheese foam to make sure there is enough drink to toppings ratio. Overall, I am a pretty frequent Happy Lemon visitor when I am in the area. Their drinks are a little pricier, but it's a good treat once in a while. I usually don't get cheese foam at other places, but they do cheese foam well! read more
Boba places have become quite popular in Alameda these days. This Happy Lemon is pretty new and I came here with my bf to get a creama drink. I parked a few blocks down closer to the movie theatre and walked a couple of blocks to get here. When we got in, there were a few people waiting in line. We waited for a bit and then ordered. I ordered the matcha latte tiramisu salted cheese. I have never tried it before and the cashier recommended. They were pretty quick at making the drink and I got it right away. First sip (without a straw) was pretty much just the tiramisu salted cheese. I had to ask for a straw to taste the matcha latte. It was definitely great! I did enjoy it a lot. For the smaller size its $4.50 a drink. It is a little pricier I think but based on location, item, competition etc. $4.50 is within reason. If I happen to be by the area again, I would definitely order it again. read more
Came on a Sunday night around 7 pm. Decided to order the Yakult Lemon Slushy to see what the big deal was with the lemon drink. Waited about 5-7 minutes for our 3 drinks. I took a sip of the yakult lemon slushy and was immediately hit with the tartness of the lemon. There was also a jelly which I couldn't identify in my drink. (I later found out from my other friend that it's lychee jelly cubes). The drink was tart but also very sweet. I drank about half of it before I had to stop to give my taste buds rest. The store itself is clean and the employees seem to be pretty efficient. Only a few tables so probably not the best place for a large group gathering. There's street parking which we easily found on Sunday night. I'll be back again to get something else. Maybe my normal black tea with salted cheese. read more
Hey Lemon Welcome to the neighborhood. I assume you know you are like the 50th boba shop in alameda. But your location isn't bad so hope you do well. I've only come once so take this note with a grain of sugar or in my case 25% sugar. Tried the A2 Black Tea Salted Cream. Why? Bc it's marked as popular. And I also avoid milk tea when I can. My body is willing but my mind is not.. or is the other way around? Thought it was good. Nothing too earth shattering but good. Hope you can find ways to differentiate yourself while keeping your price reasonable. Best of luck to you read more
One of my favorite boba places have opened in Alameda! Happy Lemon is honestly taking over !! And for good reason too :) I went on grand opening weekend, so I took advantage of the BOGO deal ! This location took over what was formerly Baby Cafe on Santa Clara in Alameda. Same ownership as most of the other Happy Lemons in the Bay Area, meaning that you'll get the same consistency in your drink and service at this location as well. Even though I waited a while in the long line because of grand opening weekend, my drinks still came out quickly! My beloved go-to drink was also made perfectly at this new location: Black Tea Salted Cheese (A2) 50% Sugar, 50% Ice -- I appreciate Happy Lemon's consistency at all locations. I know exactly what I'll be getting. I specifically love Happy Lemon because I feel that they have the BEST "salted cheese/cheese creama/cream puff" compared to all other locations that offer the same type of "cheese" topping. It's not TOO salty or sweet, and perfectly blends both complementary flavors together. For those who aren't familiar, "salted cheese" is not ACTUALLY cheese, and it's more of a foamy, super mildly salty, but sweet tasting layer atop your drink. It's one of those things where you have to just try versus reading a description. I love their salted cheese so much I could probably just drink it on its own and I specifically remove the lid to lick the remnants. Mnm mmnm mnm! Parking in this area may be difficult since it's right next to Park St. There is a CVS parking lot if you're trying to do errands and get boba afterwards ;) There's also the huge movie theater parking lot if you really can't find street parking a block away from this location. There's minimal seating inside, although hopefully they will be allowing customers to go upstairs (it's currently blocked off for "employees only") soon! Hooray Happy Lemon Alameda ! read more
WHEN: Sunday @ 3:30pm Not a line to order at all. It took a while to get our drinks bc baristas were fulfilling bigger orders. WHAT I ORDERED Freshly squeezed lemon black tea $6.50 Mango smoothie w boba $6.75 To my surprise, the prices raised and happy lemon got rid of their dragonfruit house cream drink. I didn't see any house cream drinks on the updated menu. Unless baristas makes it in the DL. read more
Was pleasantly surprised to find a Happy Lemon in San Leandro! Came here in the evening and it was relatively empty; I got the fresh lemon black tea with no sugar (don't know why I did that, but trust me, don't do it. Get at least 25%). My drink personally was not good but that was my own fault for choosing 0% sugar, which I won't be doing again. My friend on the other hand, chose wisely and got a lemon slush with lychee jelly. I tried some of that and that was delicious. Onto the decor and vibes - one thing I appreciated about this Happy Lemon was the bright mural which I don't typically see in Happy Lemons and a communal seating area. It makes it a great spot to catch up with friends! read more
Happy Lemon in Alameda had their grand opening last week (01/11/2020). We came on 01/18/2020, after spending some time in South Shore with friends. I told hubby about the opening and since it's been a while that we went, we decided to stop by! It's a small little shop with a few seats on the inside. Street parking. Upon coming in. We saw that it was a bit packed with people already. We stood waiting in line to get to the counter. There is little movement that you could really do on either side of you, but it works. We got up to order and it was fast since we knew what we wanted. I originally always get either their black tea lemonade or their puff cream milk tea, and hubby would get their mango lemon slush. This time I opt for their Oreo milk tea and hubby got the puff cream milk tea. We asked for pudding in his, but they ended up giving him boba.. drinks turned out good, fast service. Area is a bit small, but we will be back when we are in the area! read more
5 years ago
So excited to have this in alameda! I always go to the Berkeley one but parking is so bad there. Went for their grand opening and it's buy one get one free any drink. The line was pretty long and they said it would take ~45 minutes. It went by pretty quick and drinks were still perfect. They have another floor but it's blocked off. It looks like they're renovating it so hopefully there will be more seating in the near future. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
This happy lemon is a lot smaller than the other ones I've been to. There are a few tables and chairs inside but seems more like a place where you buy your drinks and be on your way. You can order at the self kiosk they have set up to your left or with the cashier at the front. Staff was friendly. I was the only customer inside so service was quick. They were already done with my drink within a few minutes of ordering. I decided to get the Green Tea with Salted Cheese. I've ordered this before at other happy lemon but this drink tasted a little water down. Usually I can taste the salted cheese with every sip but I barely tasted anything. It was a warm day so it was still a refreshing drink. read more
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The slushy is a pretty tart and I didn't taste the mango at all! If ur looking for something nice and refreshing then maybe go with the slushy. I did like my Okinawa milk tea which is usually my go to! read more
It saddens me that I have to write this review because I like to come here as one of my go-to boba spots in Alameda. I ordered a matcha tiramisu drink with boba, after waiting nearly 5 minutes at the register just hoping that a worker would notice me. The thing was, I made eye contact with both of them and neither one had made so much as a comment such as "we'll be right with you" or "one moment please, we're having issues with ____." Instead, they continued to lolligag and wipe down the area and toy around with the device that he was working on, giving me zero acknowledgement. The drink itself was not bad. I would've given this review 4 stars: 3.5 for the drink (the boba was all stuck together, the drink itself wasn't all that fantastic either) and 5 for the "nice" customer service (which didn't exist). I felt like they didn't care at all and they both were neither attentive nor friendly. It'll be hard to want to come back to a place that handles their business in such a manner. read more
2 years ago
When I entered the workers sat on their phones and ignored me for a minute while i waited at the counter for them. Afterwards they came over and asked for my order rudely and with an apparent irritation in their voice. The only available table to sit at was covered in garbage and pieces of food from former customers. Overall very disappointed with the shop's workers and the cleanliness of the place. Not worth it in my opinion, better to go to one of the other boba shops such as Gong Cha which is next door. read more
3 years ago
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Is Happy Lemon opened during this shutdown?
Yup, got mine yesterday. Order through door dash for quick pick up
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No number to call but you can order ahead thru doordash pick up if you chose to pick it up or delivery
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