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Super cute spot! Very tiny! It's more of a pick up to go location. Only a few people fit inside. Drink was good. Had it with oat milk. Sweetener was okay. They use regular syrup. Plenty of parking outside although pretty full during the time I visited. Staff were nice. Short convo since they were super busy. I would return. They do make fresh in house boba!!
Super cute tea shop in a very corporate looking area. Limited seating indoors and outdoors but plenty of parking out front. It was slightly hard to find though since they didn't have a sign with the name out front (unless I just missed it). Service was friendly and helped us out since it was our first time, and our drinks came out pretty quick. I also thought the prices here were super reasonable compared to most tea shops that I've been to Assam salted cream w/ boba: 3/5 I liked this but the honey flavor was a bit too strong for me. Boba was nice and chewy though Thai tea salted cream: 4/5 Pretty good thai tea with a bit of saltiness from the cream Note: they also had a mancala board inside which I thought was super fun so we sat and played a couple games before heading out
Had a wonderful experience at hoji! We ordered the hojicha sesame latte and the assam black milk tea with boba. Our favorite was the hojicha sesame latte as it had a fragrant tea flavor and it didn't just taste like milk and cream. The boba texture was also one of the best I've had. Would highly recommend ordering boba with your drinks. It was chewy and tasted freshly made. The Assam milk tea on the other hand, wasn't exactly my favorite since it tasted mainly like milk and cream. I couldn't really taste the tea flavor in it but the boba texture was good. Service was excellent! The cashier was kind. We received our orders quickly. There were some games on the table to play while we waited. Not much seating inside the store. Plenty of parking out in front in a shared lot with other businesses. Would come back for their hojicha sesame latte!
A craving for boba, means a need for a boba adventure! We stumbled upon Hoji after browsing for good boba on our way home. Hoji shared the same parking lot with a coffee shop we're familiar with! On a Sunday afternoon, there was plenty of parking. When you walk up to the store, there isn't a sign on the outside. Before walking in, there's also a posted sign that says only 10 people at a time. We counted about 6 people, and proceeded to walk in. The decor is timeless and vintage. Super cool to look at and enjoy. We turned around and there was the cashier. It definitely is a small as can be. We took a bit of time looking at the menu and then deciding our drinks. We were a bit indecisive, but settled on their Rose Salted Cream and their Hojicha Black Sesame. The cashier was a bit interesting and didn't bother to help us or explain anything. He had us repeat our order a few times out of inattentiveness. It wasn't loud in there, but he definitely wasn't listening. Immediately after our order, he goes on his phone. Another worker had finished making a drink for a customer, and had to nudge the cashier to let him know the drink was ready. Even then, he wasn't on alert about it and made a face at the customer who stood up to grab the drink. Our drinks came out fairly quickly. We took our photos and left to sit in the car. It was quite small and stuffy in there. Our drinks were delightful! You can definitely taste the hojicha. The black sesame didn't overpower the drink, as for the rose salted cream, it was flowery enough. The boba itself was definitely handmade and perfectly chewy. I can understand why this store's drinks are a favorite. I deducted a star because of the service and attitude. We walked out the door saying goodbye, and even then, they didn't seem to care. The customer service here is lacking, but at least the drinks are decent. I might wait to see if any changes are made to their workers before coming back to try again.
Ordered the Salted Thai tea with boba. 20/10 probably the best boba I've ever had. I wanted to come back the next day to have the exact same drink again. I prefer coming to this location towards the end of the day when it's less crowded
Hoji has been my go to matcha and tea spot ever since I discovered it near UCR. It's surprisingly hard to find a great matcha spot in the IE, but Hoji is definitely a hidden gem. I've tried their matcha latte multiple times and it's honestly comparable to some of the famous matcha spots in OC and LA. The matcha is smooth with a medium bodied mouthfeel, a velvety texture, and just the right amount of sweetness. Their thai tea is also excellent but my favorite drink has to be the hojicha black sesame with boba. The hojicha has an amazing roasted aroma while the black sesame salted cream adds a rich, nutty, and savory depth that makes the drink incredibly addictive. The handmade boba is the real highlight. It's soft yet chewy at the same time, it's just the perfect texture. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and I appreciate that they offer a stamp card for returning customers. The shop itself is on the smaller side, but the retro vibe, cute art wall, and full length mirror make it a fun place to hang out and snap a few pictures. This has become a staple in my drink rotation and I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu.
Hoji Tea Room is such a cute, tiny boba shop that really focuses more on the tea itself rather than toppings, which I personally love. The inside has a really cozy and aesthetic vibe, and one thing I thought was super cool is that you can actually sit and draw, then put your artwork up in the shop. It gives the place a really creative and community feel that makes it stand out from other tea spots. The worker was super nice and helpful, especially since I was being really indecisive about what to get. They took their time to explain things and helped me decide without making it feel rushed at all. I got the matcha latte, and I absolutely loved it. It was smooth, well balanced, and just really comforting without being too heavy or overly sweet. I also tried a few drinks off my friends' orders, like the Assam + Oat and the Barley + Sea Cream. The Assam + Oat had a really deep, bold tea flavor that paired nicely with the creamy oat milk, making it smooth but still strong. The Barley + Sea Cream was more unique, with a light roasted, nutty taste from the barley and a rich, slightly salty cream top that made it really interesting and different in a good way. It's a really cozy spot that highlights the tea experience in a simple but thoughtful way, and I'd definitely come back.
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!
Genuinely the best matcha I've ever had and that's saying something because I've tried A LOT (follow my matcha page @morganxmatcha on insta hehe). I'm from Orange County so I'm so sad this spot is so far from me other wise I'd be here every day! They also do a stamp card where if you accumulate 10 stamps from different purchases you get 1 free drink which is nice of them!! Their matcha comes 75% sweet and with oat milk as the default and it's actually perfect! The flavor profile is so nutty, bright, slightly vegetal and almost a little fruity which pairs so well with the oaty flavor of the milk. The shop itself is so cute and cozy and I love all the doodles and old stamp cards on the walls. The staff was also very nice and get your drink out quick. If they expand to OC that would be a dream come true!!
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!!
Second time here and I was hoping for a better outcome. Not sure what kind of oat milk is used but I cannot taste anything but ice/water.
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!
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.
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Been coming back multiple times now, service was great. The matcha is soooo good! I like their boba too!!! 10/10 read more
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This place is the real deal. The owners have the right attitude and focus on quality and community. The drinks are inventive, fresh, tasty and made with attention to detail and quality. Fresh handmade boba is not something you'll commonly find. Support local business and community. read more
This place is awesome! Best boba hands down, fresh, flavorful and so smooth! The owners are super nice and make sure that you are getting what you like/want. Pretty cool watching them brew the tea. Got the Assam sea cream tea with boba and it was absolutely delicious. Local people, local business, support our community! Will definitely be back! Try it, you won't regret it. read more
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I need good boba and the IE almost always disappoints. But this place was an extraordinary find!! The place looks like a little pop up we couldn't find it for a minute but it's in unit 406. The place doesn't have a lot of seating but great ambiance and the staff was so friendly. I got the matcha oatmilk boba as slightly sweet and it was amazing! The boba was fresh and soft and it was the perfect amount of sweet and matcha mixed together. Highly recommended this place to a few of my friends in the area, it's the perfect pick me up :) read more
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WOOOOOW! Finally some artisanal boba tea in the IE! So so good! Definitely, a huge competitor for OC and LA boba. You can taste the quality and thought in their drinks. Beautiful drinks and great aesthetics. The boba has perfect texture for their drinks. read more
3 years ago
Hoji is a hole in the wall shop that has a really cute, comforting and minimalist interior. The owners are very kind which makes the environment of the shop feel friendly! Hoji Tea Room has been my go to for their tea and their handmade boba. I've been obsessed with the quality of their teas especially their Mizudashi Hojicha and Nilgiri Black Tea. Their teas are always refreshing and have the perfect amount of sweetness. What I love about Hoji is that they don't use powders or syrups and I really appreciate their dedication to promoting quality. On top of that, they take the time to hand make boba every morning which only enhances the craftsmanship. I also love how soft the boba is and continues to remain the same consistency all throughout the drink, despite the addition of ice. The particular characteristic that I love about hoji is that they don't have that lingering aftertaste that most boba shops have because of their use of powders and syrups. Their Mizudashi Hojicha and Nilgiri Black Tea have become my favorite drinks! Their Assam and Barley are equally as amazing and refreshing and it's also low caffeine which is a plus. Their Sea Cream is the perfect amount of sweetness, saltiness and creaminess when I crave a milk tea. I also love that they have Black Sesame Sea Cream which adds the right amount of nuttiness. Overall, I give Hoji a 5/5. I find myself running back just so I can get my hojicha fix! read more
4 years ago
Had one of, if not the best, matcha latte I've ever had! Both the tea and boba was delicious. The texture and sweetness was perfect. You can tell they use quality ingredients and really put their time into crafting each drink. My friends were also big fans of their drinks. They got the rose hojicha latte and regular hojicha latte. read more
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This is a boba spot worth visiting in the IE! I ordered the hojicha + oat, half sweet. The tea was flavorful and the drink overall wasn't too sweet - just how I like it, and their boba also had a good consistency. Will definitely come back to try their other drinks! read more
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Hoji is a new addition to Redlands that is really bringing the town into a new era. Redlands has a lot of low quality, chain boba shops but the coffee scene has been great for years. Hoji brings that great, community-oriented, high quality product culture to their teas and you can taste it. Their boba is authentic and handmade every day, and their teas are directly imported, which they brew in small batches to ensure top tier flavor and soft chewy boba. Like, you think boba is chewy and tea is bitter unless you add milk and syrups? Not here. They're really mastering their craft and it's awesome to see it. Their main thing is hojicha, which is nutty and kind of reminds me of chestnuts. Not bitter at all, and amazing with their sea cream, but honestly it's great on its own. I'd never tried hojicha before, and most boba shops make "hojicha" by mixing oolong and green tea so this blew my mind. I can see why this is their focus. Super low caffeine content. If you're looking for caffeine though, their nilgiri black tea is a go-to. It's refreshing and almost fruity. I love this with their black sesame sea cream. Their assam is similar, although a more traditional black tea flavor, and a little stronger. If you really want that caffeine boost though, their newer matcha drink is incredible. Not fishy, not bitter, not overly grassy. Just rich, almost like dark chocolate. Super smooth and pairs so well with oat milk. Beautiful jade green color. Cannot recommend enough, this is my favorite. Finally their Thai tea. Just rich, warm, perfect level of spice balanced with a rich sea cream. Not too sweet, which is kind of a constant problem with other thai teas. Might be their most flavorful drink if you're looking for something that packs flavor. This and their matcha are their richest drinks, while the hojicha and nilgiri teas are light and refreshing. Also, the boba. Where do you even start. Soft, melts in your mouth, perfect syrupy-ness. Where do you even find handmade boba? Who else is doing this?? The owners are also huge tea-enthusiasts and will sometimes offer unique teas that they're experimenting with or just enjoy. Their menu is very dynamic, in addition to its staples of course, and they big on supporting other local businesses (cookies, and small artisanal matcha bowls or art pieces). The shop is small and a little hidden away but the vibes are so! good!! They put so much effort and passion into this and their mission seems to just be about sharing great tea with Redlands, which explains their super low prices honestly. They just want to share tea yknow? Love what they're doing and love this shop. read more
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I got a hojicha + sea cream with handcrafted boba... two words "MUST HAVE" check them out when you're in Redlands. Refreshing taste and they care about their service and quality read more
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721 Nevada St
Ste 406
Redlands, CA 92373
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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.
