Hello Boba

Is there currently indoor seating available?

I went less than a month ago and they do! However, the seating is limited. I believe they had two or three tables.

Hello, do you use real milk or coffee creamer in your milk tea?

We use real milk in all of our milk teas except for Taro Milk Tea, Lavender Earl Grey Milk Tea and Rose Milk Tea (in which we use non-dairy creamer).

What type of bird is featured in your logo?

it's called a kiwi bird🙂

Do you guys have dairy free milk teas?

Yes! Our Vanilla Earl Grey Milk Tea and Rose Milk Tea are both dairy-free.

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Gabby H.

1 year ago

Hello Boba is a hidden gem and one of my favorite places to grab a refreshing drink! Their boba is perfectly chewy, and the drinks are always made with care. I love how customizable everything is--you can adjust the sweetness, ice level, and even mix flavors. Their classic milk tea is rich and smooth, and the fruit teas are super refreshing on a hot day. The shop has a cozy vibe, and the staff is always welcoming and helpful with recommendations. It's clear they take pride in what they serve. Whether you're a longtime boba fan or new to the scene, Hello Boba is definitely worth a visit! read more

Erick S.

3 years ago

This place is amazing the flavors are so good there is a wide variety of flavors and there are many other thing you can buy

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So yummy Thai milk tea boba and good customer service. They also have cool claw machines, I can't wait to be back :)

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love their boba! highly recommend this place!

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