Boba runs don't get more reliable than this. Gong Cha Virginia Beach nails the basics: consistent…read moredrinks, smooth ordering, and pearls that are always chewy with just the right bite. I went for the classic milk tea with boba -- creamy, balanced, and refreshing without being cloyingly sweet. What stood out here is the setup: the clean, organized counter and the option to order through the self-service kiosk makes the whole process seamless. Even on a busy afternoon, the line moved quickly and my drink was ready in minutes. The staff kept things moving while still being friendly, and the space itself feels bright and uncluttered, a nice break from some of the more chaotic tea shops around. At just over $10, it's pricier than your corner boba spot, but Gong Cha delivers on consistency and quality -- plus I lucked out with a surprise freebie today (always a mood booster). Whether you're a seasoned boba fan or just need a dependable milk tea fix, this location hits the mark. Solid drinks, efficient service, and no stress. That's worth five stars.

I placed a mobile order for one milk tea and came in to pick it up. The store was empty, and three…read moreemployees were behind the counter. The door has a bell, so they should have known a customer walked in, but no one greeted me or acknowledged me. They seemed to be looking at their phones or watching something. I called out a few times at the pick-up area, but no one responded until I walked to the front and faced them directly. This showed a lack of professionalism and customer service. I hope the store takes this seriously and improves the staff's work attitude.

My girls are absolutely thrilled about Ninja Tea so they can grab a delicious boba tea and even…read morehappier that it's connected to their all-time favorite noodle place, Kappo Nara. It's basically a two-for-one win for them. The tea shop itself is inviting and the staff at both locations are genuinely friendly and personable. Every visit feels welcoming, not rushed. The girls loved their drinks (the flavors are spot-on and not overly sweet), and they've already asked to go back several times. In fact, they've been back a couple times just this month! If you're looking for a tasty drink, warm service, and the bonus of amazing noodles right next door, this spot is definitely worth a stop.

They have really good green tea and popping boba but we also love love their brown sugar fresh milk…read morewith the tapioca brown sugar pearls, my son loves it too and he's almost 4 .

Very cute and new-ish shop! They have a variety of drinks and foods you can taste! From Coffee to…read moreBoba and from Croffles to Lumpia. You can order via a kiosk or with the staff. It does have a welcoming atmosphere and the staff have been kind every time we have visited. I am a huge fan of their coffee because I can actually taste coffee and it doesn't taste burnt. The drinks are flavored but are not overpowered. With how the economy is I would say the pricing is average. I do not have pictures of them, but the Croffles are delicious and they have a decent selection of flavored ones. I would highly recommend at least trying this establishment once. You never know you may become a regular! Also, it's hard to find local shops around the Suffolk area so it's a nice change from a Starbucks or Dunkin.

The service was really great! I had the Ube and tiger brown sugar. It as really good. I wish it had…read morepearls though so I'll have to ask for them next time. I got some croffles for my coworker; he said they were really good! They have kiosk or you can order with the staff. I chose the latter, which was good because I had questions. She was great at answering all of my questions. They have a couple of tables and even a play area for little ones. Check it out!

I need 7 Brew on my side of town ASAP! I was in Newport News and I passed by it, and was shocked to…read moresee we had one! I would see it on my timeline on social media for other locations and the drinks looked so yummy. Now I was able to try it first hand! First of all the line is ridiculous. I get it, it's new and people are excited for the new coffee shop on the block. But you know what's funny, there's a Starbucks in arms distance and no one was over there! Hahahaaa. Anyways, there is someone outside taking your order, similar to like what Chick Fil A does. So by the time you get to the front, they are handing out your drink. I ordered the Cookie Butter with oatmilk. OMGeee... so yum! Definitely a treat in a cup. Not too sweet, but I could had less sweet. Maybe like 1 less pump of the syrup, so I can get more of the coffee taste. But don't get me wrong, this drink was so satisfying. I also tried their mango lemonade and that was equally as YUM! So refreshing! 7B boasts how all their drinks are customizable and I'm telling you, they are including the lemonades. The only thing I didn't like is you can't find any of their nutritional information on the order board or even online. Maybe you won't feel too bad about the calories since it's not available... maybe! lol

Staff is always friendly. Always get our drinks in a timely manner, drive thru line is usually…read morepretty quick. Drinks are so yummy! My favorite is the iced Banana Bread Mocha! So good!

Wanted something quick and yummy, so a trip to Tealux was in order…read more Haven't been there in a while, so thought it would be a good idea to pop in. Decided on take out because it was so cold inside. Odd because I was in there in November and it was freezing inside then. The street corn was yummy but it didn't have the floss on top like it normally does.

Love this place! The design is very modern and clean. I'm so happy they introduced crepes into…read moretheir desserts. It was tasty and very big

I recently checked out Choi M, a new boba spot that just opened up. I can't help but suspect it…read moremight be a branch of Whale Tea because the menu is basically identical, right down to the cute little egg waffles. One addition Choi M offers is a pastry counter. They have cute little pastries like mousse desserts in the shapes of fruit and teddy bears, to mochi donuts, to french macarons. My daughter and I tried a strawberry mousse dessert and we were not fans. It was lol a slightly sweet cream cheese. Almost salty, but to someone who likes "not too sweets desserts, it might be for you. So far I've tried the mango and lychee fruit teas, brown sugar fresh milk with boba, Thai tea, and their classic milk tea. Honestly, I really enjoy this place. Their boba is freshly made and perfectly bouncy. I haven't had any issues with hard centers or mushy texture, which is something a lot of other spots struggle with. You can tell they make it fresh. The teas taste freshly brewed too. A lot of places use powdered tea and you can absolutely taste the difference. This isn't that. The fruit teas are especially good. They're not bitter and don't leave that weird aftertaste of burnt or over brewed tea. The flavors are balanced, and I like that they let you adjust sweetness and ice levels. I'd recommend adding jelly boba or nata de coco. It adds a fun, refreshing texture that makes the drink even better.

I wanted to give 5 stars especially when the ambiance is cool, light, airy vibe with plenty of…read moreseating; and friendly staff patient enough for a first timer at their establishment! What didn't do it for me was their coconut milk crystals driThe "crystals" aren't really crystals, they're more flavored jelly cubes which really don't have infused intense flavor. So when I ordered the Coffee crystal drink, it was bland. It's not about the sweetness level but more that the "crystals" didn't even taste like coffee. Maybe I'll try something else next time!

Everyone is so friendly and I love the sense of community! The drinks are so yummy and so is the…read morestreet food. This is my new go-to spot to hang out with family and friends.

First time ever at Tealux cafe I couldn't couldn't go the original locations in Norfolk because i…read moredon't like to drive there so when i heard they opened it in Virginia Beach i came here and they are clean and nice inside customer service is friendly and helpful. 4 tables and seating to wait. I ordered 2 drinks one is the Luna which has lychee and butterfly pea which I love and comes with the fruit lychee which I also love. The second drink was strawberry with matcha with whole milk both drinks i like. I got the popcorn chicken and got the Korean corn dog mozzarella with potato. the chicken was crispy the korean corndog was tasty. I will come back next time to get other items on the menu

East End is located in downtown Newport News, which I'm extremely grateful for. There is parking in…read morethe back of the building that is shared with a couple of other businesses, but it's plentiful. It's tiny inside, but there is seating in and outside. Along with board games to enjoy among friends. I've had a couple of drinks from here but I recently had the Soft Launch Latte. Which was a berry delicious drink. The people who work here are truly the sweetest. My husband has become somewhat of a regular, and they know his favorite go-to order. This cafe is truly invested in serving the community, and we love that. Support Local.

With the both of us off on a Friday morning during Memorial Day weekend, Sophia and I drove here…read morefor breakfast. East End Cafe is a small business located in downtown Newport News. They were recently spotlighted by Channel 13 as part of their Friday Flavor segment. It was a no brainer that we stopped by to give them a try. When we walked in, we were both greeted by the staff of two behind the counter. It's a very small cafe with two tables for up to 6 people, a small round table for two and a bar table area. Everything was clean and spotless with decor all over. A welcoming spot for all that comes in. We ordered right at the counter upon walking in. My choice of beverage was a medium sized Forget Me Not (sure it was named after the song from Patrice Rushen) served iced. It's a cinnamon latte with whole milk (my choice) and sea salted caramel toffee. Also, I ordered a sausage and egg croissant and a cheese danish pastry to eat. Everything was really good. All the ingredients for the beverage came together. A little strong, but not too sweet. And the croissant sandwich and pastry really helped myself become full for the morning. A really big thanks to the staff for keeping us satisfied during our visit. We'll definitely come back real soon :)