Hippo Bubble Tea

2.8 mi

3.5 Mochi & Tea is a great place to stop, to satisfy some of…read moreyour fav thai cravings. The nuggets were perfectly tender, with a flavorful coating - only wished it was a bit crisper. My bahn mi sandwich, lacked the zing, brought on from the pickled veggies and what did you all do to the jalapeno; the heat was abstracted from it; I was happy but sad, too. I found the roll, pleasantly crisp, chewy and the meat, flavorful, but small portion sized. My husband and I have been here mulitple times, to binge on Mochi & Tea Lounge's, eggrolls. Loved the quality and that the food is homemade and fresh made.

I was so excited to see a new boba place open up near Lancaster! Since moving here from Los Angeles…read morea few years ago I haven't been brave enough to try any of the existing "boba" places in town, but this one did not disappoint. Compared to other tea places I've been, the menu was pretty limited, but they had most of the standard add ins and drinks, just don't expect a ton of variety. One thing I forgot to do was ask for reduced sweetness and ice (as any self respecting Asian would do) and to be honest, I am not even sure they offer that, but on my receipt there was a 100% sugar note, so I am guessing that is something they would do. Because of that, my drink was way too sweet and the cup was filled about 3/4 of the way full with ice, but I take responsibility for not asking for those adjustments. As I said, it had been a long time since I ordered a boba. We ordered a couple of drinks and I also couldn't resist trying the banh mi. The flavors were good, but they were not too generous with the filling. Most bites were just bread heavy and not fully balanced. The also have mochi donuts and Vietnamese coffee, so I am pretty sure we will be back. Please keep this place open! It is definitely worth a visit!

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Boba Cha

4.3

(6 reviews)

1.0 mi

My go to bubble tea spot nearby! I love how they give a lot of boba and it's very chewy and…read moreflavorful

Yummy boba tea! They have a lot of flavors and options, including dairy free options and smoothies…read more Very friendly staff that took their time to explain some of the options to me. I explained that I was sensitive to lactose and dairy, and they had lactose free milk.

Medium peach mango smoothie & blue hawaiian fruit tea

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Kung Fu Tea Lancaster

Stopped in here after seeing a review for Dubai chocolate on tiktok and I can say with my whole…read moreheart DONT GET IT. The chocolate that was used was Hershey syrup which just can not make Dubai chocolate. The strawberries were tart and the pistachio katifi mixture looked old and dry. I returned them back to the cashier and politely asked for my money back. However this placed was packed with patrons getting tea and the tea selection looked great. I would definitely try one of their beverages but please for the love of God, DONT GET THE DUBAI CHOCOLATE HERE.

Yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy and also very yummy I would recommend the mango slush boba with…read moremango popping pearls

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Hippo Bubble Tea

4.9

(8 reviews)

23.7 mi

HIPPO BUBBLE TEA in York, PA is fantastic; the staff are lovely and friendly, and the milk teas are…read morehigh-quality. Overall, I am really impressed! I give it 5 stars. 5 stars Thanks,

So glad to finally have bubble tea on this side of town! Hippo has a ton of choices for drinks, as…read morewell as tapioca pearls, juice bubbles, and jellies. It seems like everything is really fresh and customizable. I've been here twice since they opened.

Interior

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Juice and a milk tea

Boba Thai Cafe

(5 reviews)

2.3 mi

Very interesting spot! They have bubble tea and some food perfect for a quick lunch pickup. Basil…read morefried rice was a bit more moist than I'd like but flavor is good and good value. Thai bubble tea was a good too. Service seems to be family owned so may need a bit of a wait but they were very nice and friendly

Today (4/6) was their soft opening day! The space is actually quite large inside with seating on…read morethe main floor and a second floor. We had already ate but we'll definitely be back for brunch (breakfast sandwiches, bowls, and even French Toast/Waffles). I got a pineapple milk tea and it was very refreshing. The tapioca pearls taste super fresh and had great texture!

Triple layer pancakes breakfast

Cafe space

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1st Floor Seating

Poke Station

4.8

(5 reviews)

4.7 mi

Bubble tea is yummy and coconut shrimp is great. Clean spacious store friendly and nice employeesread more

Consistently good and fresh. Love this place. I always go with the white rice bowl. Spicy shrimp…read moreand salmon. Eel. It's all so good! Love the choices of toppings im able to get along with the different sauces.

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Jasmine Smoothie Bubble Tea

5.0

(1 review)

1.0 mi

The workers are so friendly and the delicious bubble tea makes me so happy! The thai bubble tea has…read morea hint of a honey like flavor, it's perfect, and the jasmine green tea tastes like delicious (and edible) flowers. I try making bubble tea at home often and it never turns out to be as delicious as theirs! They need to get out of the mall and find a nice building for their business. I would go every day. :)

Mochiatsu Media

4.5

(36 reviews)

50.7 mi

Mochiatsu is a great lil place for a FUN bite to eat. They…read morehave the best crunchy Asian-insipred corn dogs. I love their mochih-shaped dougnuts. My favorite is the Strawberry Shortcake.. They also have fried chicken, smoothies and milkshakes. The doughnuts are dense and flavorful. Something different from your traditional American doughnuts. But it's the corn dogs that also set them apart. Having a crunchy corndog with a couple of mochi doughnut is my go-to. Can't go wrong with these tasty delights :) The customer service is also good. Employees are friendly and attentive.

food was very yummy but could be slightly bigger. We got the matcha and nutella and both are…read moreamazing! It's around $2.99 per donut. There's no one when we came so the service was quick and efficient. A lot of chairs, stool and tables so you won't need to eat at your car. Very very cute place!

Window Seating

Mochi Donuts

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Dim Sum Court

Friendly staff and quick service. When we ordered we were informed that two of the dishes would…read moretake a little longer to make but found that everything came out only a few minutes apart. Our favorites were the Shanghai pan fried pork dumplings and Hong Kong sticky rice. We had some leftovers to take home and the server recommend the best method for reheating the dishes. The food is high quality and not too expensive. I will definitely come back and try more items.

my daughter loved going to this place! We moved away so when we come back to visit, of course she…read morewanted to go to dim sum. Well, we got some soup dumplings and unfortunately, there was no soup in the soup dumplings. They were all dried out. I mentioned something to The owner and he did nothing about it so we went home unhappy and unfulfilled . Very disappointed in the quality of the food these days as well as the customer service.

Front area

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Chicken really good

Rachel's Cafe & Creperie

What a gem! We loved this place so much that we came back two days in a row during our travels…read more The gluten-free and vegetarian crepes were absolutely delicious, and the custom drink Kenzie created for me was one of the highlights of our visit. Kenzie was an exceptional waitress--attentive, welcoming, and genuinely encouraging in a way that made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is enchanting. Everywhere you look there's beautiful art, thoughtful details, and creative touches. The covered patio is especially lovely and makes for the perfect place to relax, slow down, and catch up with friends. You can tell this space has been lovingly and intentionally cultivated. From the food and drinks to the art-filled surroundings and warm hospitality, every corner feels special. If you're visiting the area, don't miss this place. It's the kind of spot that nourishes both body and spirit.

My partner and I stopped in for brunch on a recent weekday morning. There was no wait, and we were…read moreseated immediately. Our server was friendly and efficient, and the pace of the service flowed well throughout our meal. The restaurant is clean and cozy and the seating area can accommodate different sizes of dining groups. I ordered the Elvis Crepe from the Sweet Crepes section of the menu and a side of Hash Browns with Southwest sauce. They were both delicious and filling, and it was a good combination of sweet and savory. My partner got a Savory Crepe, which he also enjoyed. The only disappointing part of our meal was the iced lattes. We both ordered different flavors - one Nutella latte and one with strawberry syrup. We couldn't taste any of the flavoring in them at all. Had our server not told us which was which, we would never have been able to tell. They just tasted like plain lattes with no added flavor. Especially disappointing considering you pay extra for the flavored syrups. Overall, a great choice for delicious food and friendly service, but maybe grab your latte later from one of the other many coffee shops in the area.

Ali Fausnaught cheese cake

The cutest dining area

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Cold brew

La Dolce Vita Courthouse Bakery

Every time I get a chance, I make a stop by La Dolce Vita, my favorite Italian bakery in Lancaster,…read morewhere I can get delicious fresh-baked pastries and very tasty cakes for special occasions. I got a delicious Chocolate cake for my dad's birthday, and my parents loved it. I was in a hurry, so I got one of their turkey BLT sandwiches, which was fresh and really good. The ladies working at this establishment are very helpful and friendly. I truly recommend their chocolate cakes and their pastries, specifically their fresh-baked croissants and cheese danishes. If you live in the outside of Lancaster, it's totally worth the drive.

My Husband and I love coming here for the amazing Italian desserts and the well crafted drinks and…read morefood! The croissant sandwiches are always so delicious and the bakery has the best variety. The staff is always absolutely wonderful and will answer any questions you might have about the baked goods. The cafe is small and very cozy and is nestled in a lovely location in downtown Lancaster. I always get the sfogliatelle as it's my favorite dessert and I got the pumpkin donut this weekend and it soft, warm and not overly sweet! The Tiramisu latte was also perfect!

Spinach and feta croissant breakfast sandwich

Sampling of cakes

Bakery ambience

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sofa m.

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6 years ago

I really loved everything about this place. It's so adorable and sweet. The drinks were amazing, I got strawberry milk tea with strawberry popping boba. The juices, smoothies, and teas are amazing as well. I wish it was closer to me. 10/10 would reccomend read more

Hannah M.

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8 years ago

I don't like bubble, but I think it would be a great hangout spot. Grabbing a smoothie, tea or juice! The staff was also super sweet, and welcoming! Would deffinatly recommend! But get your bubble on the side, just in case! read more

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Me and my father go here all the time and we love it. The people working are so nice, and the owner…read moreis the best. If you go here I recommend the dirty brown sugar Boba with the tapioca pearls is you like sweet, or the premium milk tea if you want coffee. This is my favorite café. If you get the chance to go I 100% recommend

This place is great, brown sugar drink is the way to go for boba tea in York. Other drinks are good…read morebut not as good as Kung Fu tea.

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We love this coffee shop. They have a variety of seating spots including a back area with plenty of…read morework spaces. This is one of the nicer cafes in Lancaster. The service is on top of the coffee orders and there is a variety of food available for purchase. My kids also like the many snacks available. We like the minimalistic space.

Three and a half stars. Happened to stumble into the downtown area of Lancaster and found this…read morelittle coffee spot. It was a decent coffee. Baristas were great.

Passenger Coffee

4.4

(143 reviews)

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The coffee here is on point. I often would see boutique grocery stores in DC selling their beans. I…read moredecided to stop by on my latest trip to Lancaster. The line can get long but it moves quicky. They offer a pretty basic menu of food options and standard coffee shop offerings. I picked up a bag of their keystone blend. It was fantastic. The bag didn't really open well. But I ended up just putting it into a plastic baggie. I did love that they offered me a free drip coffee with the purchase of the coffee beans. The bags are pricey at $20 a bag. But it truly is a good brew.

Well, I'm stuck here in Harrisburg for now, but it's okay. I love getting out and traveling, so I…read moretook a job in Lancaster. Ever since I became a truck driver, I've been a coffee drinker. I recently decided to turn in my CDL and head back into the office, which allows me more time to get my workouts in and perfect my look. Normally, when I pick up something new, I do a lot of research; I dive all in. I'm glad I "dived into" coffee. When you're a truck driver, you usually hit truck stops where the coffee isn't great. However, being diverse and cultured, I started trying coffee in Latin communities. I noticed they used special machines, which sparked my interest. I eventually started visiting specialty coffee shops. Most of the places I get food from don't open until 10:00 AM, but coffee shops are open much earlier. That's how I found Passenger Coffee here in Lancaster. I knew it was going to be a great spot the moment I walked in; it was clean, inviting, and smelled amazing. A friendly employee greeted me with a smile, and their pastry display looked great. I told her I was new to coffee--only about two months in--but that I was enjoying trying different kinds. I explained how I normally take my coffee and mentioned that the last time I had one, it had foam on top. She gave me a small coffee to try, as well as one with foam (a latte or cappuccino). I think that's all I want to drink from now on! I used to make fun of people who said, "Don't talk to me until I've had my first cup," but now I finally understand why. I highly recommend this place for the excellent customer service and the cleanliness of the location. The pricing is affordable, too. I hope my review helps!

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This is another review where I would love if I could give 4.5 stars. I would firmly argue that this…read moreis some of the best coffee in Lancaster and has one of the coolest interior atmospheres. I typically go at least once a week before work. My order is 1 large hot latte and 1 large iced latte. I like to drink the iced latte before school then fill the cup up with ice and pour the (now room temp) other latte over it. That's how much I love this coffee. The only draw back is that the food situation leaves something to be desired. They usually have some sort of baked good/pastry in the display case, but I always eat breakfast before I go so I've never tried it.

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Found this little gem of a cafe by accident! The white chocolate latte was delicious. The staff was…read moreextremely friendly and the food was very fresh. Definitely worth the stop.

I accidentally posted my review of Crossroads Cafe on the Singing Springs Grocery page, but I kind…read moreof think of them as the same spot. Oops! I'll just post a slight variation of what I put there: Absolutely love Crossroads Cafe and stop every non-Sunday I'm coming through. It's a perfect stop for coffee or ice cream, and everyone working there is so incredibly kind. It's possibly my favorite roadtrip stop in the country? Just -- if you aren't used to driving near Amish / Mennonite carts -- go SLOW (no, slower than that!) and give them plenty of space!

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