Took some friends visiting from out of town to shop at the outlets. It was a super hot day but glad there was a Happy Lemon in the plaza to help cool us down. As always, I ordered my go - green tea with salted cheese. I ordered online and waited outside with my pup and they were pretty quick with my order despite it being a busy afternoon. read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

I ordered one of the popular drinks, Okinawa tea with boba. 25% sweetness is still very sweet. The boba is too overly sweet and it may have sat for a while, it's not as chewy and rather hard. Also, this is the first boba shop that only gave very little boba, like a tablespoon. I bought boba because I like to chew the boba, not for the drink. Location is in Gilroy outlet shop. I think I won't come back to Happy Lemon. read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

I barely write review, because I usually let it go unless it's too redigulis ! !! The employees is super rude ! No wonder no customer read more

Happy Lemon - employees over there super lazy and ignore customer and pretend does not understand customer needs. Very rude. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

We were craving Boba tea so we came into happy lemon. I went with the dirty tea and my son went with a mango smoothie. Both were very good nice and cold and hit the spot. There's plenty of seating if you want to stay in the restaurant and enjoy your drink. They also have outdoor seating if it's your preference. Service was ok. read more

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If you love Lemon, Happy Lemon is the place for you! All the teas and slushes are freshly made. Anything w/lemon on the menu are made w/fresh lemons. We love the slush lemon tea, slush strawberry lemonade and the lemon honey iced tea. Service is quick and the workers are always ready to help take your order(s). The location at Gilroy outlet is small w/some tables. It is your typical boba type establishment. Everytime we're shopping at the Gilroy outlet, we always plan to make a stop and get our lemon slush and tea fix! read more

The cashier was very nice and friendly. He helped me right away. One of my drinks as little made in seconds. The second drink was a blended with lemon rinks, I think I've finally come to the conclusion that that's just not for me. The cashier was able to add sweetener to my drink which made it better but still very sour. I ordered lemon honey green tea and a classic milk tea. The music was playing which gave it good vibe. read more

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Came in on a weekday around late afternoon and wasn't busy! Menu is a single sheet that is on a table that's in the middle, as well as one by the counter where you pay. The worker was very kind when taking our order! Inside of the store is pretty neat. Enough 4 table seatings. After ordering, our drinks came out really fast! A total of 4 drinks were ordered... 1. Mango yakult smoothie: 9.5/10 - this was really good! Tasted kind of like a mangonada without the spices and chamoy. Don't know if I could really taste the yakult. Got this at 75% sweetness and it was perfect! Smoothie wasn't too thick, just right 2. Lemon yakult slushy: 7/10 - this comes with lychee jello, which was yum! The drink itself is really sour and lemon-y, the yakult was definitely overpowered by the lemon flavor. If you don't really like super sour drinks, wouldn't recommend this. My sister didn't enjoy but I thought it was good 3. Passion mango green tea: 4/10 - this tasted sort of artificial and perfume-y. The fruit flavors were lacking and the drink was bitter. The tea is definitely present, would prefer this to be sweeter 4. Strawberry shortcake smoothie: 5/10 - presentation of this drink was so cute but I didn't really enjoy it. I've had better strawberry shortcake drinks elsewhere. Wasn't too bad, but lighter in flavor than I prefer Overall, the drinks were alright. Drinks alone, I'd give it 3/5 stars. They could definitely be better, but the service inside was nice and really quick so 4/5 stars read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

This is probably the best boba spot in South County. The drinks like other Happy Lemon locations are consistent. The staff are always friendly and make the experience enjoyable. This location rarely has a line so it makes for quick service. There is plenty of seating inside and plenty of parking. The outlets did recently install Tesla charging stations across from Happy Lemon which provides easy parking and a quick charge when grabbing boba. I've tried the majority of drinks on menu but S1 remains my go to. I do recommend getting it at most 25% sweet with lychee jelly. You can't go wrong with any of their drinks and toppings. The only reason for not getting 5 stars is I have had some issues when ordering E10 and the crispy chicken. For E10 the kumquat juice is either watered down or different from other locations. The issue with the chicken is they can go days without making it even though it's on the menu. Despite these minor issues this will continue to be the best location for boba in South County. read more

Employees don't look happy working at the location. Decided to try this location to see if it compares to other locations around the Bay Area. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you want anything matcha related. No size selection when choosing the drinks. Their matcha drink definitely tastes watered down. The waffle, I would say that it's a solid choice. If you do come here, I would recommend just sticking to the tea based drinks. Ambiance wise, maybe I just went when there were a lot of kids through the n word nonchalantly, they don't identify themselves as one, but definitely more for a place where high schoolers can hang out there. read more

Happy Lemon - J4. Oreo Waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Came here for a refreshing drink after walking around the outlets. We got the Mango green tea with mango boba and mango yakult and both were good. Just wish you could customize more. Service was quick and plenty of seating. Would definitely come back. read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

I know Happy Lemon is a chain / franchise... so I try to rate them all based on individual experiences. That being said, this location was a mess. (I visited a few weeks ago). Ironically enough, there were no customers inside when I went in, but I didn't let that deter me. However, the tables and floors were so messy! Almost as if a stampede of messy kiddos had just tore this place up. I brought my mom here for her first ever bubble waffle and it was kind of a let down to have her experience it in this messy environment. Not to mention that the staff working that night were not welcoming or friendly and seemed very irritated to be working at that moment--which is a bit of a bummer as well. (I do hope things got better for them that night, however!) All in all, the bubble waffle was served hot and was delicious. My mom was thrilled with this new culinary experience and I look forward to taking her back, perhaps to a different location. I'm still very much a Happy Lemon fan, but I'm not sure if I'll return to this location or not. Fingers crossed for timely improvement! read more

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yelp and google said its open but once i arrived on a Friday at 4:30pm the doors are LOCKED.. doordash and grubhub are still open and you can still buy.. waited for 15 mins it's still closed. if the workers are on break there should be a sign that says they are, otherwise this store needs to update all their hours if they are closed because this was a waste of time.. read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Good location near Nike and forever 21. Restrooms are nextdoor too. Sign up for the app to start earning rewards for free drinks. I always get the boba milk tea half sweet and add crystal boba. I know they are doing their part and being environmentally friendly with the straws but if you are like me, and like to make the drink last all day, the straws get soft. Next time I'll bring my reusable straw. read more

Food is good. The issue is the very bad service. Made an online order via app 1 hr before closing. Pick up time was 30 mins after (shows on the app itself). Travel time from my place was 45 mins but only to found out that the staff did not take my order. His reason is he does not have the time. He could have called or cancel the order but he only did it after talking to me. Wasted time and money (gas) driving for nothing. Thats 90 mins both ways of driving. They could have just called or did not take my order online in the first place. This is not the first. I also came before and the same staff did not take my order in person because he needs more time to cool down the machine. This was 30 mins before the store closes. read more

Love coming to happy lemon, one of my favorite boba places. I got their new 2025 drink Oreo and sky cream tea-Puccino. Ugh it was so good it came with boba and lychee jelly which I love lychee. I always love trying out their new flavors when ever they come out. There is one that I have not liked yet. Service is always great, staff is super friendly and welcoming. read more

Happy Lemon - Oreo and sky cream tea-puccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Happylemon is my absolute favorite boba tea spot ever! I love the gilroy location because the ambiance is so nice and the servers are really quick. Theres so many drinks to choose from, and their salted cheese is the best (don't knock it till you try it) I highly highly recommend going to happylemon if you're looking for delicious drinks :) read more

Happy Lemon - Chocolate smoothie with salted cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

I don't come here often so this is the first time I've seen tables and chairs being used. I'd say it's about time! We came from track meet and it was sooo hot (in the 80s) so we wanted a cold drink on the way home. We ordered through yelp as we didn't want to waste and more time and so we can be on our way but no, big mistake. This order took way longer than the ones placed at the store. This order took over half an hour and despite me telling the employee, upon arrival, and as I was ordering food, and then again when I picked up the food- about our order. Each time they acknowledged me and said it's coming. Empty response? Poor comprehension? Because despite the multiple notifications they still put the drinks in the fridge. Finally, I asked again (4th time!!!) and told them I think they put it in the fridge!!! And yes, they did! I saw them do it! I, however, had too much faith in them and thought it's not mine since I've already told them three times!! So we got our drinks and they missed the sweetness level in my order. It was too sweet that I had a headache afterwards. Hmm so for this I think I'll lower the rating to one star. read more

Happy Lemon - Both were 100% sweetness level instead of 50% and 100% - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

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I think the employees try to ragebait the customers with how long they take to construct their drinks bc why was nobody ordering and it still took an eternity to be served read more

omg 10/10 would go back again! The girlies that work there, the one with pink hair and the little one with the cute lil bob were so pleasant and made my mango green tea with mango boba soooo good i need go back asap! they were so nice and made my drink real fast, service was amazing! read more

Went in around mid day, service was good, drinks didn't take too long to be done, got the strawberry shortcake and it was yummy. read more

Happy Lemon - Strawberry Shortcake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

The three dudes working here tonight are useless lmao it took them 10 minutes to trickle out of the back and when they did finally help us, they were rude and unhelpful. We asked if we could have two waffles and the kid helping us said oh we don't have food items right now and the sign next to them gave the food hours which we were well within range. While we waited for our mediocre drinks, a group of people walked in and all three of them audibly said you gotta be kidding me. I'm sorry you're bitter and just want to tickle each other in the back but you are actually getting paid to work. The laziness is insane. read more

Great Service, saw that I was from out of town and let me try a free sample, super generous workers and had decent tea! The Place and Music they played were welcoming and chill read more

Happy Lemon - Vending Machine next to store - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Avoid this place...these people will cancel your online order even though it charged your credit and then tell you to go get your money back from customer support...and then smile at you and tell you to have a good day...basically stealing money with a smile. read more

A1 Green Tea with Salted Cheese and boba. This is my go-to here at Happy Lemon after many years wondering why this place was so popular with others. Now, I know why. I'll come here every so often when I'm craving for a boba drink and I'm nearby shopping at Costco in Gilroy. This location is conveniently located in one of the Gilroy Outlet plazas and provides very quick service. I plan to come back here again and again when I'm in need of a boba fix. read more

Happy Lemon - A1. Green Tea with Salted Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Ohhhh yummy place to get some lemony refreshments on a hot day!!! Enjoyed every sip!!! Thank you!!! read more

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Me and my Friend visited Happy Lemon Gilroy for the first time last July 31, 2025. Drinks were okay I don't have complain with that. And the 2 bubble waffle we order looks different and cashier put a tip in my receipt without my consent... I usually give tips cash. I dont include it in my purchased products. I asked the cashier about the tips that she included but she ignore me. And she didn't even say sorry. read more

Happy Lemon - bubble waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

The servers need to be re-train. I been to this location since the day of grand opening and service been going down hill. The 2 dudes in the front rather talk to each other while they taking orders than pay attention to waiting customers. I placed an order thru yelp and when I came in to pick up the order I waited 15mins at the pick up line. Not a single acknowledge of my existence what so ever, so I stood there wait and wait and finally another guy next to me had to raise his voice up and ask for his order and guess what order has been cancelled because they ran out of popcorn chicken. Same goes for me because I also order popcorn chicken with a drink but instead of letting me know or ask if I'm waiting to pick up an order that way I know that my order is cancelled because of whatever reason. Owner and managers reading this please train your employees better. read more

This was a very good spur of the moment stop! I wanted boba but I'm visiting friends in Gilroy so I had no idea where to go. Enter Yelp!!! I simply found the place on Yelp online. It happened to be along my route. It is in the Gilroy outlets strip mall. Extremely easy to navigate to. The indoors were very clean and well kept. It actually appeared to be pretty new. As soon as I walked in I was asked if I could be helped. The 2 employees working were both extremely nice. I told them that my usual was just to get a thai tea with boba or a Mango Green tea. They said they had both of those options but their menu actually had some enticing new things. No Popping boba... but a lot of other options. They have lemon slush which appears to be exactly what it sounds like. And they make that in a variety of different ways. I did not try that although it sounded a super refreshing at yummy. I ended up getting the Orange Mango milk tea with crystal boba. It did not disappoint by any means. I was Initially a bit cautious because the worker said that it had a pretty potent fragrance. To me that meant floral. He said it was not floral though and let me actually try the flavor. It was absolutely Delicious. I swooped that up very quickly. They made it very prompt. The large cup comes with the classic boba seal. It had fantastic flavor with Orange rinds actually in it. I will definitely be back to this area as I visit the Bay area in the future. I am a boba snob this place does not disappoint. Try something new. read more

Happy Lemon - Yum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

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I have been here many times in the past year and not ONCE have they had their chicken available. Don't have it on the menu if you won't EVER have it AVAILABLE. Come ON people. This makes me SICK. Waffles are okay though, but they hurt my stomach. Nearly shat myself last time. Get it together HAPPY LEMON GILROY. YOU need to do BETTER. read more

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Not a huge fan of the cheese foam drinks mainly because of the mix of flavors so I normally go with the mango freeze drink with mango bits. I tried the egg puff at this particular location and would say it was really good, soft and chewy in the center. BUT i ordered it with boba filling and was charged for it and didnt receive any filling.... I checked all the puffs and was sadly disappointed bc I wanted to try it with boba. You might ask why I didnt go back after realizing there was no filling.. well they let me know it will take around 8 mins for the egg puffs which was fine but I actually waited 20 mins total for my order of egg puffs and mango freeze. There was only 2 people in front of me and everyone was just standing around waiting for their drinks for 15+ mins. Im not sure what was taking so long but i was not about to wait another 20 mins just to get filling on the egg puffs. read more

Happy Lemon - Egg puff without the boba filling i ordered.. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Please note my review is based off the drink alone I've ordered multiple drinks from his happy lemon and I live and stand by Oreos. Being that, this drink wasn't it at all. It was very "watery" per say. The small clumps of oreos in the drink was little to none. I also have a sweet tooth, so this drink didn't meet my liking. Aside from that, the service was very fast. My order was done within minutes read more

Happy Lemon - D3. Oreo Milk Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Im a huge happy lemon fan and go to every location thats nearby wherever i'm at. And to my surprise, this location is absolute sh*t. Workers seemed like they didn't want to be there. Like other reviews say from this store, workers are unhappy, and doesn't want to sell products an hour before closing. I've worked at 2 boba shops and know that you shouldn't stop selling products an HOUR before closing. 30 minutes sure, 15 even, sure. But a whole hour?? Whoever this owner is should take a good look at their workers and talk to their employees because they're losing business with employees with attitudes who doesn't wanna sell their own products an hour before closing simply because they don't wanna clean at a later time. Judging by other reviews, it seems like this has happened to multiple customers already. UPDATE: Just checked their hours, and it was actually more than 1 hour before closing when they decided to stop selling certain products. Go talk to your employees. read more

Stopped by for a bubble tea drink, wasn't sure what to get but ended up getting the iced green tea w salted foam and boba. I got a regular size, sweetness level was automatically chosen. I would say its more on the sweeter side. It was superrrr delicious, boba was super soft, salted foam was creamy and airy. Wish I had the option to add more ice but other than that I loved the drink! Cashier was super friendly and answered all my questions. I would def go back & try another flavor read more

Happy Lemon - Iced A1. Green Tea with Salted Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Another yummy boba franchise out of TW. The fried tofu is so good. Minor gripe is salty plum doesn't really taste like salty plum powder though- the five spice powder is overpowering. The salty cheese teas are deliciously creamy. The kids loved their ube taro milk- I forgot to ask for reduced sugar and personally thought it was too sweet and had a sort of artificial vanilla flavor that seems prominent in many Asian snacks that I'm not a fan of. Their fruit teas are good- I'd ask for less or no ice otherwise a few sips and all that's left is ice. Friendly and efficient staff. Ambience leaves much to be desired though- electronic menu appeared to be down when I went recently, floors are always super sticky and windows and other clear surfaces look like they've never been wiped down in their life. Otherwise a solid place to fill boba and bubble waffle craving in the South Valley. read more

Happy Lemon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

We got the strawberry shortcake with cheese top and also the strawberry tea with cheese top. Both were tasty, didn't care for the salty topping read more

Happy Lemon - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

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Honestly so sad, I was around the outlets and stumbled upon this happy lemon location. They discontinued taro balls :( I feel like happy lemon is known for their taro balls topping and they discontinued it. read more

I loved the custom services , and the drinks, but it disappointed me that in the inside it looked dirty I hate when it looks dirty. I don't enjoy my drink and it makes me think if it's dirty in the in inside then how is it in the back. read more

This happy lemon is in the corner next to Forever 21 in the outlets! The employees are very nice and they're pretty quick on making your drinks. I usually get A1. (Green tea w salted cheese) with 50% sweetness for something refreshing or the A7. (matcha latte tiramisu) when I want something more dense and milky! read more

Happy Lemon - A7. Matcha Latte Tiramisu Salted Cheese (large) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Gilroy, California

Ever since the first few weeks this happy lemon has gone downhill. I always want a hot drink and ever since then, every time I go to this happy lemon their machine is always broken to make hot drinks. So, I never go to this happy lemon anymore. If you like hot drinks, skip this one and get it from another happy lemon. read more

This place definitely smells like a happy lemon for sure! Kind of off putting because I'm more of a Milk Tea fan girl, but the kids on the block (Gilroy Outlet) say this is a must for a boba fan. Ordered my normal go to's Jasmine Green Milk and Oolong Milk tea with boba 50% sugar. They provide free water bottle with purchase, pretty nice I'll post a review of how much I may have enjoyed my drankkkks. Stand by! I would say I was happy with my selection. If I am in the area again, I'll make a stop by. Good location and great place to relax after all the leg work through the Outlet. read more

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