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    Hoji

    4.7 (267 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Salted Cream Thai Tea with Boba and Seasonal Ichigo Matcha with Boba
    Amber Ashley T.

    I've been coming here for a few times now and each time I am blown away. It's located in a warehouse- industrial looking center that does not have a sign above it. But look for all the people and then you know this is the one. It's super cute inside and homey. They decorate the walls with completed stamp cards that look like the old mini library checkout cards. The workers are always so chill and willing to help if you have questions. They do have a small menu with seasonal options from time to time. My favorites are definitely the Salted Cream Thai Tea and their Matchas! They're always perfectly sweetened and balanced and their boba is so soft and delicious. It has quickly become one of my top boba spots!

    Faye A.

    I was passing through Redlands on a matcha mission and somehow stumbled into Hoji Tea Room, tucked away in what looks like an industrial strip mall that screams "this can't be it"... but oh, it was!! The place is tiny.... like, two chairs inside tiny w a few bonus seats outside if you're lucky!! Staff were nice, very proud of their craft and telling me all about the history of the shop. I ordered two matcha lattes (bc self-control is a myth): one w boba, one without. They say they use ceremonial-grade matcha, and I can easily attest that they are NOT lying!!! They're out here whisking matcha the legit way w a bamboo chasen and ceramic bowl like it's a full-on tea ceremony!! And WOW!!!!! Ceremonial-grade matcha just hits different.... smooth, rich, zero grass clippings energy. If you know, you know!!!!! The boba was solid too, softer and less aggressively chewy than typical boba, which I actually loved. Long story short: tiny shop, big matcha energy. I will absolutely be back the next time I'm anywhere near Redlands!!

    Strawberry Matcha + Hojicha

    *Drinks? *Customer service? I had been waiting weeks (maybe months) to try this place - finally went (after it reopened from the car incident - iykyk). The drinks were good but the gentleman who helped me was less than friendly (maybe he was having a bad day but I take customer service very seriously and it can make or break an experience for me). As I said it was my first time and he seemed irritated to have to help and answer questions. Also, for my IBS/lactose girlies - they don't sub milk on the matcha - something to consider when ordering. For service alone I won't go back - but the drinks are worth a shot if you want to check out the place

    iced matcha
    Moon M.

    My absolute favorite local tea house and matcha spot. The quality is always amazing and consistent. 10/10 matcha. Strong flavor, good ratio, a little nutty, never overly sweet. The strawberry matcha and thai tea are also amazing. The boba is freshly made. I love this spot with my whole heart.

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    Anna H.

    Came back after remembering this place exists and got probably the best heist Matcha ever. Blows a lot of the other iced matches in the area out of the water, definitely authentic and delicious. Very light. Will be coming back.

    Miyazaki Hojicha w/ Black Sesame Salted Cream
    John M.

    Hoji is a small tea shop that offers a variety of freshly brewed tea and matcha with boba. It's tucked away in a small unit in the plaza, which did make it a bit hard to find at first. Upon walking inside, the store was nicely decorated and at the time I went, it was Halloween, so they definitely make sure the shop fits the season! I opted for their Miyazaki Hojicha paired with a black sesame salted cream. I am a very big fan of Hojicha tea and the color looked fantastic! The tea itself was umami and had a very nice roasted flavor. The black sesame salted cream paired excellently with the tea, the nutty flavor bringing out more of the roasted tea flavor. Their drinks are also very affordable! I was quite surprised by how cheap their drinks were considered so many shops charge $8-9 for a drink of this quality. If you're looking for a nice, refreshing tea beverage, look no further and come here!

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    Lauren B.

    A quaint tea shop with a small but well-crafted selection of drinks to choose from. Hoji is somewhat of a hidden spot, being in a plaza without noticeable signs to pick it out. We ordered a matcha yabukita latte with boba and their special Kanazawa milk tea. I enjoyed both, and thought 50-75% sweetness was perfect. There was a lot of ice so I would definitely ask for less or none if I come by again. The shop itself is very small, mostly to just drop in and order a drink, and maybe check out their vibrant and cute art wall while you wait for your order. There are a few seats outside to enjoy your drinks, but this mostly seems like a pop in and go place.

    Matcha Latte
    Emily M.

    One of the best matcha lattes I have ever had. Would definitely come back again! I originally asked for slightly sweet but they recommended I try it just the way it comes because it is already slightly sweet. So best choice was to order it exactly the way it comes!

    Annie T.

    This is only based off one drink and it was a tasty first impression. I hope to come back another day to try other drinks. The boba Thai tea was sweet enough and had good ratio of tea to boba. Boba was big and chewy.

    matcha latte
    David H.

    matcha latte was yummmyyy!! surprising find in the ie haha but i really enjoyed the matcha latte, great flavor and sweetness for me! the cups are also pretty large, so you get a lot for what you pay for. i prefer my matcha to be pretty strong, but u enjoyed the latte. its a little lighter, but still good yummy rating: 7.5/10

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    Zoey W.

    This is my go to for a good tea! All of their drinks are consistent and made in house. I highly recommend their thai tea; I usually steer away from it at other places, but theirs is perfectly sweetened and the tea flavor is very prominent without being bitter or too strong. The asaam black tea is a classic, and what made me love this spot. I like it at normal or less sweet with boba. The people here are always so knowledgeable, and will kindly help you with any questions or adjustments you may have. They have a high expertise in what they do! Their interior is iconic and perfect for photos. It is clean with soft music, but limited inside seating. Their outside seating often is taken during busier times, and seems better for a chat rather than work. Overall, always 10/10! You can never go wrong with coming here. Consistent service, drinks, and a beautiful interior.

    Kanazawa milk tea without sea cream
    Mark A.

    Located on a business strip building with plenty of parking. The inside is small with a couple seats so don't expect to chill inside. They do have a couple seats outside. Drink - Kanazawa milk tea was delicious. Wasn't sure what to expect but i think it had a nice balance of flavors for a milk tea. Slightly floral Service - Cashier was nice and didn't wait too long for my drink

    obviously a customer favorite place
    Monty D.

    Hoji Tea Room is definitely a specialty drink oasis. They are definitely a hand made to order novel establishment for those with cutting tastes. While there were only a few indoor seating and a few outdoor seats, I saw plenty of happy takeaway customers going through their door. They have easy access from Redlands Blvd and Tennessee, and parking is ample at their end of the industrial park (if you're new to this drink house, they are located closer to Tennessee St end). We shared the Kaga Bocha Tea. This is cold steeped in oat milk resulting in being smoothly palate. While lightly sweetened, it retained a profound sweetness. Its richness allowed a nuttiness to shine through. We also had the Barley Tea. If you're looking for an earthy, hardy grassy, dark tea, this is for you. It comes "lightly" sweet, which was plenty for this robust tea.

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    suddenly very dairy forward :( miss the old hoji! been a repeating customer since the first week they opened

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    Ask the Community - Hoji

    Are there any fruitier teas for someone who isn't a fan of milk tea?

    If you're looking for fruity flavors, Hoji probably isn't the spot. They specialize in straight teas served over ice--clean, roasty, tea-forward. Milk can be added, but it's optional

    I left my purse, and there's no number?

    Hi, there wasn't a purse that we found today, sorry.

    Are there any decaf drinks?

    Barley Tea has zero caffeine, and our best seller - Hojicha - has very little caffeine.

    Do u guys take cash?

    Yeah! Cash, Credit, Apple Pay, Quarters, Nickels, Dimes!

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    Review Highlights - Hoji

    i absolutely loved the cute lil vibes of this place and the hojicha was easily one of the best i've ever had.

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    I come here every once in a while after church on sundays whenever i'm in redlands and bro somehow…read moreevery time it's ALWAYS different menu. Slow Bloom always has a rotated seasonal menu that literally reads like poetry. like wdym i have the option to get a Whimsical Strawberry Magic Cheesecake Latte???? i love hojicha more than regular matcha (before the "uuurm, actually--" comments i know they're both matcha) BUT MY FRIENDS STILL CALLED ME PERFORMATIVEEEE?? and do i care? HELL NAH. Hojicha tastes like a nuttier, cocoa-like, more roasted version of matcha, and Slow Bloom does Hojicha GREAT... close with all the drink cafes in KTown.... BUT IN THE INLAND EMPIRE BABY. it was so smooth, whisked, and CREAMY. the vanilla cream top really topped it off, it was perfectly balanced and not insanely sweet. BUT THE MATCHA IS FANTASTIC HERE TOO. i tried a sip of my friend's matcha latte and it was POTENT. ur not gonna get a light green matcha... it'll be dark, yet smooth and not bitter at all. definitely one of the top matchas in the IE. the coffee selection here are so unique, and you can tell they GENUINELY care about have high quality options and varieties (their drip options are plentiful, include origins, and flavor profiles... i see all you pretentious connoisseurs--)

    4/15/2026 Stumbled…read moreupon this place as I was in the area post-Yelp Elite Event. What a happy find! DULCE DE COCO (Limited Menu Item) Got it as a hot drink. Creamy, fluffy foam, coconutty flavor with a bit of caramel sweetness, dark chocolate espresso and alotta cinnamon flavor. Deliciously perfect for a Fall or Winter drink! This drink took me by surprise! Really enjoyed it! CHOCOLATE SEMOLINA OLIVE OIL LOAF It wasn't bad, but a bit disappointed that it was straight up chocolate loaf. Technically, it is more of a cocoa loaf, as it is not sweet nor is there chocolate in it. However, it had a lovely spongy, bouncy texture. Flavor-wise, it's nothing special especially with the long name and all. SUNSHINE MATCHA LATTE (Iced) Nekohama matcha. Latte was a bit sweet. But you can taste the Earl Grey and matcha. Got it with whole milk. It made it creamy, which was good. I did taste a hint of lemon in it as well. Honestly did not like that extra lemon flavor, as it distracted from the Earl Grey itself. I don't think the lemon was necessary. There was citrus flavor, but not tartness. I think citrus peel would have been better if they wanted an extra citrus flavor. Overall, it wasn't bad except the lemon flavor. Really threw me off. CUSTOMER SERVICE Service was nice. Recommended drinks were good. INDOOR & OUTDOOR SEATS A-PLENTY Ambiance had a retro feel, which was fun. Indoor was packed! No tables or seats available. Smaller tables for 2. Outdoor tables and seats were available. Big groups can be seated outdoors with larger tables. Bathroom available. PARKING LOT Small-ish parking lot. Parking lot was packed. Given how packed it was inside, there were a few spots for parking. There is also free street parking as well. Love the drink options here and would love to return when I'm in the area!

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