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    It's Boba Time - Downey

    4.8 (101 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Original Acai Bowl
    Fluffeh L.

    Phenomenal costumer service. I asked if they were hiring and the staff were very open to the question! The boba tasted great. I liked the ombré look it had (before I mixed it lol). [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean and well lit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute LED decoration on the wall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you don't want a sugary drink I recommend the Sunset iced tea with 25% sweetness. It has jasmine and is caffeine free!

    So many flavor options
    Marwa A.

    I was eager about visiting this place because their menu looks fun (and it is). [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small & lowkey place but very clean and the service is quick.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can either use the kiosk to order or go to the counter and tell one of the workers what you want. I would rate it as 3.5 but there's no option for half a star so gave it 4 instead of dragging it down to 3 stars. The reason why I think this place isn't exactly a 5-star boba place is the flavor richness. The matcha milk tea boba was so diluted that you can barely taste the matcha. I felt like I was drinking matcha flavored water with boba. I'm not sure if I would ever come back to give it a second shot, but I was underwhelmed by the washed out flavor so I'm not too eager to go back. I hope that the owners see this review and maybe just work on their recipes a bit to make the flavors richer. If they can fix that issue I think this boba shop can actually be one of the best ones in town since they offer so many flavor and boba varieties so it's a fun place to be for boba.

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    Amber Y.

    I lovvvvvvvvve boba!!! The staff were friendly and helpful. The Ambiance was cute and cozy. Thanks again

    Menu 01/14/25
    Jaycee D.

    First time here and staff is very friendly. It's pretty close to work since I work at the Kaiser Hospital down the street. Location in in the same lot as Chik Fil A. I bought the Peach Lychee Fruit Tea and it's very refreshing. They didn't add too much Ice which is Perfect! I will most likely come back to try the other items on the menu. Curios about the Grapefruit Iced Tea.

    Strawberry Shaved Ice Oreo Banana Coffee

    Highly recommend this delicious boba place! Many different drinks are offered and the staff is SO friendly and care about their customers/drink quality. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Thank you so much for creating a welcoming and chill environment![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be added to my go-to list!

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    Yadira C.

    First time here, and I loved it! I ordered the milk tea Boba and the red velvet macaroon. The Boba was amazing, I loved the brown sugar boba pearls and the milk tea. The macaroon was ok, it didn't taste fresh and it was a little bit chewy but next time I'll get a different flavor hopefully it's better. The place was very clean, the staff were very nice, fast service.I will definitely come back.

    marcus and mike

    This boba place is impeccable I enjoy going every single day and talking to all the staff members. Marcus and Mike are quite honestly the best workers you'll ever meet. they are super sweet and kind to all the customers. he is fun to talk to and whips up some 10/10 boba. Every time I go there is never a disappointment they all treat me and my friend with care there is never a day that has gone where we didn't get amazing service. He has given me some new drink recommendations and each is better than the last. Make sure to come and check out this boba place and meet these beautiful and kind people. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This Boba time spot also has a beautiful interior and exterior SO MAKE SURE TO CHECK THIS BOBA PLACE OUT!!!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    James R.

    Been to quite a few Boba Spots around Los Angeles and I was beyond excited for the Downey location to open for quite some time. From the time I arrived to my departure, I was greeted with an amazing service from all the staff members during my visit. Everyone was professional, kind and efficient in the efforts as a team and I think this location has the potential to strive in this community. Overall, the ambiance and vibe of the store was upbeat, yet chill. Most importantly, the staff made me and my friends feel welcomed into the store. Something I hope for the team to continue to carry on as they begin their new journey at this location. Excited to return here and wish the team the best of luck and thank you the It's Boba Time Downey team!! Service - 5* (Great staff, friendly vibes, amazing energy!) Interior - 5* (Yes, it's brand new, but I always have to admire and appreciate a clean store!!!) Location - 5* (Located in a spot where there's a lot of things to enjoy but you should pass by Boba Time Downey for your Boba Fix!)

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    This place is great! The boba was delicious and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place was clean and well kept.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be back.

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    4.9
    (186 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I saw a TikTok about this cafe, and I was so excited to try it!…read more I got two Vanilla Lattes (Iced), one Matcha Latte (Iced) with Cream Cheese Cold Foam, one Matcha Latte (Iced) with Regular Cold Foam, and one Strawberry Matcha Latte. All of the drinks came with little breadsticks which I thought was so good dipping into the cold foams! The Matcha Latte (Iced) with Cream Cheese Cold Foam was delicious! The Cream Cheese Cold Foam isn't super overpowering, but you can taste it in your drink, and it tastes great. I've never seen it offered at other cafes, but I liked it! The Strawberry Matcha Latte had strawberry puree and strawberry bits in it so you had to drink it with a boba straw. The drink was good! The Matcha Latte (Iced) with Regular Cold Foam tasted great as well. It almost tasted like a Matcha KitKat so it was pretty good. The cafe itself was empty when I came in, but the cafe quickly filled up with big groups. There's plenty of seating and tables, and all the seats are padded and comfortable. I could see this cafe being a fun study spot. There's also some board games and manga if you come with a big group. Parking is a bit chaotic because the parking lot is all bumpy, but parking isn't hard to find in the plaza. The employee was very kind and helpful. We didn't know there was coffee on the menu until he pointed us to where it was. He made the drinks very quickly, and he was very informative about the drinks. I would come here again! There's so many drinks on the menu that I would love to try, and I love trying out a new study spot!

    We had a wonderful visit to YOLO Cafe for Father's Day…read more It's a cozy lil' spot in a small plaza. They have comic books and games, which makes it great for working or just hanging out. Just so you know, there is no restroom available. We shared a few drinks, and my fav' was the strawberry matcha! The banana matcha was good too, but the strawberry one really stood out. The coconut matcha was a bit plain for my taste. The lemonade was very sour, but in a good way! All the croffles were tasty, or as my 9-year-old says, "bussin"! Briscoff croffle though! The staff was really friendly, which made our visit even better. My son was excited to get some free cards for his collection, including a Monkey D. Luffy card! That made his day special. It was such a fun moment! Def' coming back. This time with thy matcha queen connoisseur. Lol

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    What a cute find: thanks for my yelpie friend Laurel T. Finally made it on today.... Place is small…read morewith plenty of seats. Great customer service and the drinks are too cute. (And yummy) Glad we made it in today (less crowded) See ya next month. For another latte Art:) Ok byeee!!

    Ok, I don't know anything about coffee. Only thing I know about coffee is, espresso martinis are…read moredelicious, lol. I was in the area and I've never had a cute coffee with the latte art (so many of my friends are going to roast me for this) When I pulled up -nice private parking -a staff member was outside painting on the windows with the cutest window art. The girl had talent! This place has also given back. They helped with the LA fires last year. So bonus points for places who give back. (They gave back to the Pasadena humane society) There was a pretty big line and it was pretty loud in here, but it went by very fast. My friend grabbed a table while I placed the order. -they do have a good amount of seating. The place is pretty small though. So we sat for a minute after our drinks came out and then decided to take it to go -they have latte art that changes every month. So I like they have some rotating options. It was my turn and I ordered two sugar free mocha iced coffees. One with regular foam, And mine had strawberry foam. When I told Matthew at the counter it was really important the one drink be as sugar free as possible due to my friend being diabetic, he warned us there was sugar in the foam, but he would go as light as possible. So I appreciate him warning us and taking it serious. I picked the new hello kitty art of the month (hello kitty in a bathing suit with waves and dolphins) And my friend picked from the new monthly latte art as well, and got the Kirby character Even though it was busy, it took probably 2 minutes for our drinks to be made Matthew was absolutely great. His energy, he had a smile on his face, was knowledgeable about the menu, Matthew was everything you'd want in a staff member. Just like any coffee place, you pay and give them a name for your order, and then they call your name and you pick up your coffee at the counter. These drinks hit the spot!!! It was very trendy. They had Sabrina carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo specials and they even had a Lana Del Rey latte (cinnamon girl, named after her song) only thing that bummed me out They had a case with delicious pastries. But since I came here later in the day, they only had a couple stragglers left behind -they open at 7 am, for everyone needing their morning coffee -vegan options -free WiFi -woman owned -LGBTQ owned -they give back to the community

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    Service: from the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted with a smile by Cristobal. He was…read moreincredibly patient and welcoming, especially since it was our first time visiting this location. His great customer service immediately made us feel comfortable and appreciated. Venue: beautiful, clean, and spacious with plenty of seating for families and friends to gather comfortably. It's conveniently located inside a shopping center with lots of parking available, which made our visit even easier. Ambiance: We absolutely loved the ambiance! The mariachi music playing in the background truly brought the whole experience together and perfectly represented the spirit and name of the location. Food: everything was fresh, delicious, and perfectly balanced in flavor without being overly sweet. We ordered the chocolate croissant, Abuelita's rosca, elote fino, and a fried pulled pork empanada with green sauce. Every item was flavorful and satisfying. The café de olla was warm, comforting, and just the right amount of sweet. Overall, my family and I had a wonderful experience and truly enjoyed our visit. We will definitely be returning for more pan dulce, delicious food, and maybe even try one of the cold brews next time. Highly recommend!

    I've come here a couple of times now, and it's one of my favorite bakeries…read more I absolutely love their horchata frappes, their empanadas, and their cheese taquitos. Super delicious! I hope they branch out towards the South Bay Area. I would go regularly.

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    You can see the bakery, menu on the screen, and seating
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    Too cute!
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    8th Symphony Coffee

    8th Symphony Coffee

    4.2
    (373 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    One of my favorite coffee shops in the area. 8th Symphony carries Nami matcha that comes out super…read morecreamy and delicious! I recommend any of their matcha drinks or yummy desserts. They also have a few tables, outlets, and a small seating area to meet with friends or get some work/studying done.

    I visited 8th Symphony Coffee today as part of my mission to find the best sugar‑free latte while…read morecutting out sugary drinks from my diet. I placed a mobile order, and the process was smooth I received text updates when my order was confirmed and again when it was ready for pickup. The sugar‑free latte was impressive, definitely an 8/10. It was delicious with just a slight aftertaste, which is pretty common for sugar‑free drinks. I've had a few from other spots without that aftertaste, but overall this one was still very enjoyable. My husband ordered his usual hot drip coffee, which we always do when trying new locations so we can compare both iced and hot options. We're still searching for a place that truly satisfies his drip‑coffee cravings this one wasn't quite the winner for him. The staff was friendly, and the café has a good amount of seating, though most tables were taken during our visit. Very quiet and pleasant. Parking was also completely full, so be prepared for a busy lot if you stop by during peak hours.

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    Interior. 6/29/2025
    Interior. 6/29/2025
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    Strawberry Shortcake Matcha and Peanut Butter Cup

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    4.5
    (388 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    drinks: damerara i love, i usually get it less sweet but they sweetness comes from the sugar at the…read morebottom so unless you drink from the bottom of the drink or with a straw it doesnt really make a difference price: $6 for a damerara oat latte is not bad in my personal opinion, they usually charge an extra $1 plus just for a milk change at other places so the fact that my fav drink comes w oat is so nice parking: they have a small lot on the side when you turn down the street, it doesn't hold many cars but you can find street parking somewhere down the line. To be honest the parking is probably the least fortunate aspect of this cafe ambiance: study vibes all the way, nice quiet, good amount of seats, they have outlets, i believe they have wifi as well fun features: the ice is coffee too!

    I came here for a first date on Wednesday, July 8, 2pm and overall had a decent experience!…read more The highlight was definitely the coffee. I ordered an iced caramel latte, and it absolutely did not disappoint. The espresso was rich and flavorful, while the caramel added just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the drink. I also loved that they use coffee ice cubes, it kept the latte from getting watered down, and honestly, I thought it tasted even better as it sat. The staff was friendly, and our drinks came out pretty quickly, which I appreciated. The only downside was the atmosphere. It's a very small shop with seating for maybe 20 people inside, plus 4 small two-person tables outside (without any shade). When we visited, almost everyone else was working on laptops, so it didn't feel like the best place to sit and chat. The music was also fairly loud and mostly K-pop, which didn't really match the coffee shops aesthetic and made conversation a little more difficult. Parking was probably my biggest complaint. There are only four dedicated parking spots, and the surrounding residential street parking was completely packed. I ended up parking in the chicken restaurant's lot across the street. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the coffee, it was genuinely one of the better iced caramel lattes I've had. If you're looking to grab a quality drink to go, I'd highly recommend it. Just be prepared for limited seating and a challenging parking situation.

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    Peanut butter topped latte
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    It's Boba Time - Downey - bubbletea - Updated August 2026

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