It's Boba Time - Arcadia
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Elite Yelp Review: It's Boba Time 5/5 Stars If you are looking for the ultimate refreshing drink combo to beat the heat, look no further than It's Boba Time! My go-to order is the Strawberry Matcha, and it is absolute perfection. You get the sweet, fruity burst of strawberry at the bottom layered with smooth, earthy matcha on top--not only does it taste incredible, but it's also a total work of art for your feed. My friend went with the Double Matcha, and let me tell you, it is an absolute dream for true green tea lovers. Rich, bold, and packed with that signature earthy flavor without being overly bitter. The drinks are consistently fresh, service is quick, and they never skimp on the flavor layers. Whether you're catching up with a bestie or just needing an afternoon pick-me-up, this spot never misses. 10/10 will be back for my next fix!
Despite the bland, unfriendly customer service from the guy taking my order, my Strawberry Banana Smoothie was very good and the perfect level of sweet. It reminded me of Surf City Squeeze's smoothie with this same flavor, so nostalgic. Drink was ready very quickly which was great, but they need to improve their customer service.
COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask. All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place has some indoor & outdoor seating available with no limited capacity since it's located inside a mall. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was grabbing my drink from this establishment several days ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently don't have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. It's the mall's policy. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is fricken massive since it is located inside a mall. Lots of parking spots for you to choose from. Be careful because some spots are smaller than others. Drink: I ordered a large passion fruit green tea without boba. It's so refreshing, tasty, and tropical. It combines green tea's earthy notes with the sweet-tart flavor of passion fruit. A very yummy drink. Staff: The staff here are very fast, welcoming, and kind. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.
I have heard of the it's boba time chain, but have not thought much about going until my mom suggested to try. We shared the tiger sugar milk tea drink after receiving a recommendation from the barista. After waiting for 10 minutes in a not so busy time of day, we got our drink. Despite requesting less sugar for our drink, I was still convinced that this drink had 100% sugar (perhaps I ordered wrong too). In addition, this boba drink was not great value. Within the Santa Anita mall, I would encourage others to visit other boba shops for a better experience.
My experience here was positive. The drinks were satisfying. This business is a kiosk located inside the food court inside the Westfield/Santa Anita mall. Seating/tables are available in the vincinity.
This location wasn't as warm and inviting as other Boba time locations. They said they can no longer split a large into two cups which was annoying, considering other locations happily spit one drink. I ordered the new banana matcha and it was ok. Nothing memorable or special to make me want to reorder.
I got the matcha latte 50% sweet and it was perfect. This location is at the food court at The Santa Anita Shops in Arcadia. So it does get very busy on the weekends. I was pleasantly surprised that a boba shop like this one had decent matcha. The ambiance was noisy and loud.
Great service! Great drinks. Located inside the Santa Anita mall by the food court. We parked on the south side by Cheesecake Factory and valet parking. Through the entrance is the food court, it's located in a center kiosk behind the construction area for kura sushi on the first floor. Drinks come with a free boba scoop. With plenty of boba options at this mall, this is a convenient, quick and easy choice. Would definitely return to try more of their menu.
My nephew introduced me to this place. He decided to treat us at It's Boba Time. He bought everyone a large Watermelon Slush, except for his Dad. All but my brother started laughing. My brother received a taste of his own medicine. My prankster brother got punked! This place has interesting beverage choices, but I always order their Watermelon Slush. This evening I saw that they had an Oreo Thai Iced Tea. I love Thai Iced Tea, and I like Oreos without the cream in the middle. I'll continue drinking my Watermelon Slush.
It's Boba Time is never my favorite boba shop. Maybe quickly level, so I rarely ever get it. But it was nearby so I went anyway. Plus they're usually on the cheaper side...but nope maybe not anymore. Got the new watermelon passion drink. It's special comes in the fancier cup. 7 bucks. Pretty much sugar water. Very sweet. Maybe should've stuck with their top 5 item? Strangely number one is thai tea with boba. If you're highschooler or younger probably ok with it. That's why the are located where they are. This boba shop is located in the food court area.
Was originally gonna get a boba drink from another boba shop but after I placed my order, the cashier said they don't have any boba. I could never understand how a boba shop runs out of boba... specially when they still have half a day to go. Anyway... I decided to find another boba shop in the same mall & found this place. I ordered the peach lychee fruit tea at 50% sweetness. The tea was good... and the boba was perfect... soft on the outside with a chewy sweet center. Only thing I wish is that they have actual fruit bits in their drinks.
We came here after dinner from Marugame Udon and can't really have caffeine at night so I ordered the colorful lemonade drink which is super similar to the one from Twinkle Tea. Service was quick and it was a satisfying drink!
Been a while since we've been to this it's boba time location at the mall. They relocated to the food court area. It used to be near the old Forever 21 location. We ordered the taro milk tea with boba & milk tea. Both were okay, not rave-worthy. Pretty quick service, despite having a long line. Will come back to try their other featured drinks. Fun fact: Their taro milk tea is a lower price than Lollicup (which is one of the other boba booths near the food court area).
What can I say, on a hot summer day, Boba Time is a necessary pit stop. We ordered the dragon fruit slushy, Thai ice tea, mango slush and strawberry slush. You can really taste the freshness in the dragon fruit slush, which were freshly cut. Price is moderate, around $7 per cup, but worth it when you need that pick me up. Service was quick and friendly. Located in the food court in the Arcadia mall, it's a perfect grab and go beverage for any day of the week. With so many competitors out there, Boba Time has remained reliable for my source of food beverage. read more
Elite Yelp Review: It's Boba Time 5/5 Stars If you are looking for the ultimate refreshing drink combo to beat the heat, look no further than It's Boba Time! My go-to order is the Strawberry Matcha, and it is absolute perfection. You get the sweet, fruity burst of strawberry at the bottom layered with smooth, earthy matcha on top--not only does it taste incredible, but it's also a total work of art for your feed. My friend went with the Double Matcha, and let me tell you, it is an absolute dream for true green tea lovers. Rich, bold, and packed with that signature earthy flavor without being overly bitter. The drinks are consistently fresh, service is quick, and they never skimp on the flavor layers. Whether you're catching up with a bestie or just needing an afternoon pick-me-up, this spot never misses. 10/10 will be back for my next fix! read more
Despite the bland, unfriendly customer service from the guy taking my order, my Strawberry Banana Smoothie was very good and the perfect level of sweet. It reminded me of Surf City Squeeze's smoothie with this same flavor, so nostalgic. Drink was ready very quickly which was great, but they need to improve their customer service. read more
COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask. All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place has some indoor & outdoor seating available with no limited capacity since it's located inside a mall. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was grabbing my drink from this establishment several days ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently don't have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. It's the mall's policy. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is fricken massive since it is located inside a mall. Lots of parking spots for you to choose from. Be careful because some spots are smaller than others. Drink: I ordered a large passion fruit green tea without boba. It's so refreshing, tasty, and tropical. It combines green tea's earthy notes with the sweet-tart flavor of passion fruit. A very yummy drink. Staff: The staff here are very fast, welcoming, and kind. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum. read more
I have heard of the it's boba time chain, but have not thought much about going until my mom suggested to try. We shared the tiger sugar milk tea drink after receiving a recommendation from the barista. After waiting for 10 minutes in a not so busy time of day, we got our drink. Despite requesting less sugar for our drink, I was still convinced that this drink had 100% sugar (perhaps I ordered wrong too). In addition, this boba drink was not great value. Within the Santa Anita mall, I would encourage others to visit other boba shops for a better experience. read more
This location wasn't as warm and inviting as other Boba time locations. They said they can no longer split a large into two cups which was annoying, considering other locations happily spit one drink. I ordered the new banana matcha and it was ok. Nothing memorable or special to make me want to reorder. read more
I got the matcha latte 50% sweet and it was perfect. This location is at the food court at The Santa Anita Shops in Arcadia. So it does get very busy on the weekends. I was pleasantly surprised that a boba shop like this one had decent matcha. The ambiance was noisy and loud. read more
1 year ago
Great service! Great drinks. Located inside the Santa Anita mall by the food court. We parked on the south side by Cheesecake Factory and valet parking. Through the entrance is the food court, it's located in a center kiosk behind the construction area for kura sushi on the first floor. Drinks come with a free boba scoop. With plenty of boba options at this mall, this is a convenient, quick and easy choice. Would definitely return to try more of their menu. read more
2 months ago
My nephew introduced me to this place. He decided to treat us at It's Boba Time. He bought everyone a large Watermelon Slush, except for his Dad. All but my brother started laughing. My brother received a taste of his own medicine. My prankster brother got punked! This place has interesting beverage choices, but I always order their Watermelon Slush. This evening I saw that they had an Oreo Thai Iced Tea. I love Thai Iced Tea, and I like Oreos without the cream in the middle. I'll continue drinking my Watermelon Slush. read more
It's Boba Time is never my favorite boba shop. Maybe quickly level, so I rarely ever get it. But it was nearby so I went anyway. Plus they're usually on the cheaper side...but nope maybe not anymore. Got the new watermelon passion drink. It's special comes in the fancier cup. 7 bucks. Pretty much sugar water. Very sweet. Maybe should've stuck with their top 5 item? Strangely number one is thai tea with boba. If you're highschooler or younger probably ok with it. That's why the are located where they are. This boba shop is located in the food court area. read more
5 months ago
Was originally gonna get a boba drink from another boba shop but after I placed my order, the cashier said they don't have any boba. I could never understand how a boba shop runs out of boba... specially when they still have half a day to go. Anyway... I decided to find another boba shop in the same mall & found this place. I ordered the peach lychee fruit tea at 50% sweetness. The tea was good... and the boba was perfect... soft on the outside with a chewy sweet center. Only thing I wish is that they have actual fruit bits in their drinks. read more
We came here after dinner from Marugame Udon and can't really have caffeine at night so I ordered the colorful lemonade drink which is super similar to the one from Twinkle Tea. Service was quick and it was a satisfying drink! read more
Been a while since we've been to this it's boba time location at the mall. They relocated to the food court area. It used to be near the old Forever 21 location. We ordered the taro milk tea with boba & milk tea. Both were okay, not rave-worthy. Pretty quick service, despite having a long line. Will come back to try their other featured drinks. Fun fact: Their taro milk tea is a lower price than Lollicup (which is one of the other boba booths near the food court area). read more
Located in the Food Court area of the Shops at Santa Anita. They have an extensive menu of milk teas, iced teas, smoothies, slush, and shakes for very reasonable prices. I ordered the Galaxy Iced Tea and Strawberry Milk Tea. They were delicious and I really liked the details of the jellies in the Galaxy drink (fruity drink). read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
I love coming here to satiate my 24/7 boba cravings whenever I'm strolling around the mall! It is located in the food court area and they've got the prettiest drinks ever! I saw some reviews talking about their Blue Sky milk tea, however that was a year ago. I didn't know if they were still making it but the only thing I did know was that I HAD to try it because I loooooove butterfly pea flower tea and I also love jasmine tea so... a drink with both of my favorite teas????!!!! I was so happy when the barista said they still have it!!! I was even happier when I received the drink and took the first sip!! It was like I was literally floating in the blue sky, YUM. Loved that I could taste both the jasmine and the butterfly pea flower tea, and the lychee jelly did not overpower the drink at all. The only reason I'm giving a 4 out of 5 stars is because the customer service was lacking. They seemed unhappy with their jobs and it showed through the way they treat their customers. It was a very unfriendly and hostile service. read more
5 years ago
This review will be very short because there is one drink that I cannot stop buying because it is sooooooooo good- the Pistachio Frappe. If you are a big fan of pistachio, you will absolutely love this drink. It tastes very refreshing and has actually buts of fresh pistachio bits. It remind me of Thrift ice cream, but way better. Otherwise, their menu has alot of choices and the drinks look good. It is right in the food court. read more
5 years ago
(+) Jasmine Milk tea with boba (+) Strawberry matcha with boba Its boba time is a boba shop that offers a variety of flavored teas, matcha, milk teas, smoothies, and slushies. This shop is located at the Santa Anita mall, right in the middle of the food court. Drinks: During my first experiences with its boba time, I ordered the strawberry matcha with boba and a jasmine milk tea with boba. Both drinks were good, but I would not say it was the best drink ever. The matcha was weak in flavor. The strawberry puree was the dominant taste. My jasmine milk tea was solid. A stronger tea flavor was nice. I really enjoy the boba. It is the perfect texture and sweetness. If boba is in your shop name, it is critical that the boba you sell is some of the best. Service: Everyone who I have encountered is friendly. The drinks are made in a timely manner. No complaints here. The line can get long during peak hours. Overall, I would recommend its boba time for your boba needs. The drinks are decent but the boba is great. There are plenty of drinks on the menu to satisfy everyones cravings. read more
Matcha Strawberry with Boba and Egg Pudding Large Size $6.20 4/5 the strawberry flavor is alright because it comes from the artificial syrup and some chunks of real strawberries. I can't really taste the matcha. I had high expectations for this drink because it's a matcha drink but the boba is chewy and the egg pudding is a good balance of sweetness. Though, the matcha strawberry drink would taste better without toppings. Thai Milk Tea with Boba and Egg Pudding Large size $5.75 2/5 watered down; can hardly taste the Thai tea; boba is nothing special; egg pudding tastes really good with a nice soft consistency. Parking is the vast mall parking. Located in the Food Court Plaza. Friendly employees, covid precautions followed. Employees use gloves, offer hand sanitizer, wear masks. read more
6 years ago
It's Boba Time is the new boba shop located inside the food court mall of the Westfield Santa Anita where Lollicup used to be located. They've got tons of boba drink options including a Top 15 menu in case you're having a hard time deciding on what to drink. I ordered an iced green tea and tiger sugar boba drink for my husband. The drinks in my opinion are a little pricey, but for a good boba, it isn't bad. It's a nice way to grab a drink and walk around the mall. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Rudest customer service I have ever experienced. This past Saturday 3/02/24, I had 1030am tickets to see Dune at the AMC Arcadia. I was real early (9:35am) so I decided to order a boba since I knew there was one in the food court. I looked online and saw boba time opened at 9am. I placed the order on the website and was given a pick up time of 945am. Perfect! No so much, because when I walked to the boba time kiosk, there was 2 people there but they had a sign at the register that said closed. I walked up to the register and waited for the girl to turn around since she seemed to be cleaning up. I finally said excuse me after a minute or so since she kept her back to me. She was a young Asian woman. She simply looked at me and said, we are closed. I told her I understood but I placed an order online with a pick up time of 945am. And she said again, we are closed. With a real attitude. I nicely said again that I understood but what can they do about my order since I already paid? She said hold on and walked the 2 steps over to the older Hispanic man that was in the kiosk with her. He walked up to the register and said we're closed. I was beyond frustrated but kept my calm attitude since I worked retail for over 10 years and know that these things can happen. I explained to him that I understood but I placed the order online and was unaware they would be closed. But I already paid so if I couldn't have my drink I needed a refund. His only response to me was that they opened at 10am. I said , okay so do I wait till 10 for my drink or did they not receive my order at all? He then asked to see my confirmation on my phone and I showed him. I even showed him how the website said they opened at 9am. He said, well it's wrong. I was so annoyed at how they both had treated me at this point so I told him that i simply went by what the website listed and the website let me place an order and that is not my fault. So do I wait for my drink or get a refund? He said , Fine I'll make your drink THIS time, but next time I won't. I felt like saying , next time??!! There will not be a next time. But I kept my cool because this guy seemed like he would spit in my drink if provoked. I patiently waited. He called out my drink was ready at 10 am And as I take my drink, he shows me that he's on his cell phone and said, I am calling now to get the hours fixed online so this doesn't happen again. This guy just kept the attitude coming. Needless to say, I'll avoid this boba time and keep to my hometown one in Monterey Park. read more
Let me start off by saying boba time has always been my favorite tea place, but only because I always got the same thing. I'm glad to say that isn't the case anymore! Not only do I love the pistachio frappe! I also have a new favorite in the blue lemonade! I hope that stays around forever. It was just a night like any other until fireworks went off in my mouth. It was love at first sip! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Located in the food court area at Santa Anita Mall. Grabbed a drink to go. Order was prepared quickly. The watermelon slushy was great to have on a hot summer day. read more
3 years ago
We came on a busy Saturday afternoon and Rosa helped us. She was extremely friendly. We love ITS BOBA TIME! read more
3 years ago
Very long line, busy! The boba balls were a little chewy, other then that it was it's a booth in the mall. The employees were nice read more
1 year ago
My friend and I got the jasmine matcha and rose matcha. I don't remember them asking us to adjust the sugar but it tasted fine. However, the boba was super chewy in a bad way. I was too full to finish my drink so an hour later the bobas was even worse and now hard. I had to scoop all the bobas out with a spoon just so I can finish the drink. I will stick to my other favorite topping, the milk pudding if I come back. read more
3 years ago
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Arcadia, CA 91007
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