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    It's Boba Time - Downey

    4.8 (92 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Strawberry Matcha Milk Tea
    Savvy G.

    I really like this place, however it was my first time coming to this location. There is parking available. You can order on the machine or with a cashier. I got my drink really quick at this location despite there being other people here. I decided to try something new so I got the Strawberry matcha. It was pretty decent, and it was made quick, but I probably wouldn't get it again. Thanks for the service though.

    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). The place is clean and well lit. Cute LED decoration on the wall. 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). It's a small & lowkey place but very clean and the service is quick. 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. Thank you so much for creating a welcoming and chill environment! Will definitely be added to my go-to list!

    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. This Boba time spot also has a beautiful interior and exterior SO MAKE SURE TO CHECK THIS BOBA PLACE OUT!!!!!

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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.

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    Fast service great customer service above and beyond . Highly recommend this place variety to choose from.

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    The service was great and the workers were very friendly I did not wait long for my order

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    It wasn't any that great, the location is good and the ambience was nice but very small.

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    Services and food are always awesome here. so happy I Have a "boba time" near my house now.

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    Best boba time location. Super clean. Really nice staff, and they always make my drinks right.

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    Excellent service and excellent drinks. Cashier suggested taro cookies shake and thai tea smoothie. Will definitely come back again.

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    my kids loved the vibe and size of our drinks. I'm not a fan of boba until today. we'll be back for sure

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    Made my taro milk tea perfectly sweet. Good location. Thoughtful employees and kind hearted owners.

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    The people were super nice... honestly it's boba time has the best Thai tea recommend

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    Always delicious and always consistent with what they make. Friendly and welcoming staff. The place gives off a welcoming feeling for all.

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    I loved the Spanish latte since the coffee was bold and well-rounded without being overly sweet. I…read moreadded the cloud foam on top which added extra creaminess and sweetness. The foam with the custom latte art cost an extra $2 but I think it was worth it, at least for my first time. To be honest, Honey Greens seemed like a gimmicky place since I thought the foam art was all that it was known for, but no, their drink quality was actually good! I got the agave matcha latte for myself, and I enjoyed how rich it tasted and how vibrant it was in color. I also added a cold foam which made it too sweet for me. Next time, I plan on ordering an unsweetened matcha latte and add cold foam as the sweetener. I also tried a sip of the lavender matcha and that was the one thing I didn't like because the lavender overpowered the matcha. It was pretty busy for a Friday afternoon with all the tables filled and a short line formed after I walked in. The workers were all so kind, and it was overall a very inviting place with fun decorations and a myriad of art options for the cold foam.

    5 stars for the concept of this place. So so fun to get latte art designs on your iced coffees. We…read moregot the hello kitty design and of course the dodgers design and they were so cute! I got an iced Choco banana and it was just too overpowering in my opinion. Also got the iced Spanish latte and it was okay but nothing special. Loved that they had different types of cold foam flavors. Staff was really friendly Easy shopping center parking

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    Pana's Cafe

    4.1(140 reviews)
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    First time here, and I was genuinely impressed. I ordered the Mila's Matcha and the Banana Matcha,…read moreand both drinks had excellent flavor smooth, balanced, and neither overly grassy nor overly sweet. You can actually taste the matcha without it being overwhelming, and the cold foam adds a great finishing touch. At $8 each, the portion size and quality feel worth the price. Service was fast and efficient: order at the front window, pick up at the back. My drinks were ready in about 2-3 minutes. I also appreciate that this is a Mexican-owned business, it's great to see local entrepreneurs creating something this high quality. The location fits perfectly with the concept, and I'll definitely be coming back.

    I arrived at 9 a.m. and there was already a small crowd waiting for drinks. To start, they didn't…read morehave any homemade pinguinos available, which was disappointing. They also don't serve breakfast on-site since they partner with a taco spot across the way, and that doesn't open until 10 a.m., so options were very limited at that time. The drink itself was just okay--I've had it before and expected a bit more since it's one of their popular items. I ordered a cold drink, and it was average, about a 3 out of 5. My best friend ordered a hot drink and enjoyed hers more than I did mine. As for the pan dulce, one felt a bit stale, so I chose another based on texture alone, and that one was noticeably fresher. Overall, I'd rate the experience a 3 out of 5 due to the limited morning options and inconsistency in freshness, though the staff and drinks weren't bad--just not outstanding this visit.

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    8th Symphony Coffee - strawberry matcha and double matcha !

    8th Symphony Coffee

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    My girlfriend has been raving about this newer spot, so I finally gave it a try--best decision…read moreever. The interior is a great size with a super cute aesthetic. There's plenty of seating with a mix of table options, making it perfect whether you're coming solo or with a group. They even have a cute little water dispenser, which I loved. Only downside was restroom was a little dirty and no toilet paper Service was friendly and informative, which always makes a difference. I ordered an iced matcha with oat milk and one pump of sugar-free vanilla, and it was made to perfection. I'm trying not to chug it, but it's that good. They also had a selection of pastries that looked really tempting. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

    we decided to try out 8th symphony and was unfortunately disappointed…read more the inside and staff were wonderful, but we came here for drinks. we got the tiramisu cloud latte since it is one is one of their signatures and the strawberry matcha latte, my go to order. the tiramisu cloud latte was nice, but it is not 8$ nice. it comes with a little lady finger which is pretty cute. i was most excited about the strawberry matcha latte since it is my usual order. but over here, the strawberry matcha latte was too watery, thin, and just tasted like sweet water. i did not taste any matcha or berry flavor. maybe i came on an off day, but the one item i was really looking forward to disappointed me. i think the strawberry matcha possibly deserves another chance ?? but am hesitant since i see soooo many other reviews that characterize their drinks as watered down.

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    Spacious coffee shop with plenty of natural sunlight, ample seating, and high-quality coffee. The…read moreAmericano had just the right brightness and crispness for my taste... I really don't enjoy dark, burnt-tasting coffee, and this was clean and well balanced. The staff were polite and professional, and the overall atmosphere felt relaxed. It's located in a residential neighborhood, so the crowd leaned more local and low-key rather than overly trendy, which I appreciated. I also liked the music playlist, though lowering the volume just slightly would make it even better for reading or working. There's a small private parking lot, and street parking in the neighborhood seems manageable as well. The natural light is a major plus for me ... windows on three (or was it four?) sides of this standalone building make the space feel bright and airy. I'll definitely be back for light reading or getting some computer work done.

    We visited Coffee Code on a Sunday morning. There's only a three parking spots, but you can also…read morepark on the street. There were a few people waiting in line. Inside was clean and spacious with minimal decor. Iced Strawberry Latte I usually don't like strawberry (fruity flavors) with my latte, but it was pretty good. The strawberry flavor wasn't overpowering. This was my husband's drink and he enjoyed it. He also liked the sweet cream top. Iced Horchata Latte This is why I came here. Their Iced Horchata Latte with sweet cream top was amazing. Not overly sweet and the horchata was good. Sometimes the horchata can be gritty and too much, but I really liked it.

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    Homeboy Coffee - Ube matcha latte and their signature cream top. Balanced, creamy, and not overly sweet.

    Homeboy Coffee

    4.5(714 reviews)
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    Stopped in really for a pick me up. My cold brew was just right. The foam wasn't too sweet and the…read morecocoa powder on top was a nice touch. Oh! I also noticed they totally remixed the aesthetic. And vibes were vibing! They swapped out the industrial look for a much more warm and organic look. From the plants to the artwork, this look definitely gives cozy. I just wish the seating was more comfortable. Those plywood benches are brutal. Other than that, they make good coffee so check it out if you haven't already!

    It truly pains me to write this review. This used to be my go-to place to get my caffeine fix. I…read morewould come here at least three times a week. It was so much that we would reach free drink status pretty quickly. I would grab an Ube matcha with oat milk for me and a cold brew latte with a shot of espresso and oat milk for my partner. We both would also order the waffles. It was a great little breakfast on the go. And service was top notch--pleasant and quick. The quality of the drinks was consistently great! Plus ordering it all online made it super convenient. Lately, there appears to be a shift at Homeboy Coffee. My drinks have had issues with them (i.e., no coconut syrup, watered down, wrong milk, less espresso shot than previously). Now, the waffle is not available for purchasing through their online ordering system despite them available in the store. Overall, Homeboys is okay. It isn't what it used to be which is sad especially because i loved it...especially their Ube matcha latte and waffles. I hope this is a temporary shift and that the OG Homeboy comes back.

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