Macu Tea

I'm a big fan of heytea. Online ordering is easy and quick. Their app UX is top-notch. You can see…read morethe drink calories and caffeine levels. The ingredient drawing for each drink is also super cute and helpful. Also love how often they rotate the seasonal drinks as someone who loves to try different stuff. Drinks we've tried: - King jasmine honeydew (4.5/5): super unique, light and easy to drink - King jasmine guava (4/5): guava and slightly milky. Taste is on the lighter side - Golden oolong yuzu (5/5): very refreshing and only 90cal - Kale boost tea (4/5): doesn't taste like kale at all more like lemonade. - Matcha cloud coconut blue (5/5): can't go wrong with this. Perfect for when you watch matcha but don't want the heaviness of milk in a latte

- parking was quick and easy in the plaza (Friday night ~9pm)…read more- line was short, staff was friendly - drinks came out quick 1. Coconut Mango Boom 5/5 - so good, nice creamy with generous chunks of mango - pretty much reminds me of mango sago except with a slush component 2. Kale boost tea 4/5 - tastes very simple and straight forward - interesting after taste, great for a less sugary option 3. King jasmine guava 5/5 - perfect sweetness, light easy drink

Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea

Coconut mango

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Coconut Manga Boom (so refreshing throughout the entire summer season)

Desouro

4.2(485 reviews)

2.7 mi

This place is new and the drinks are amazing!…read more I ordered the Desouro Matcha with cream and the Phoenix Milk Tea. Both drinks were full of flavor with a smooth, creamy taste that was perfect for my palate. The service was excellent! The barista was attentive and made sure our drinks were prepared just the way we liked them. You can definitely tell they care about getting the details right. A great spot for flavorful, well-crafted drinks and friendly service! Outside is cool to sit down and enjoy your drinks with friends and family. Come try it if you haven't !

Was eating next door at Kaju Tofu and saw no line at Desouro after dinner (which is rare!), so I…read moreseized the opportunity to grab me a lil nightcap tea. Still super bummed they never brought back my fav Orobae Gyokuro green tea, I decided to change things up tonight and try the Desouro Phoenix No. 2 Pure Oolong Tea. I paired it with the new Black Tea jelly and it was DEElish & refreshing! I got level 4 sweetness + half ice, which was just perfect for me. Desouro is always consistent when it comes to the quality of their teas and preparation of their drinks. That's what I've always loved about them. You can tell they really care about the tea, and I appreciate that consistency. I'm also glad they've fine-tuned the service to be more efficient since reopening. The line madness is definitely a lil more bearable now. Still holding out hope that my Gyokuro makes a comback someday, though! RxFoodie recommends if you're looking for good-quality teas & something new to try!

Golden Buckwheat with Osmanthus Milk Tea, Non-Caffeinated ($6.15)

Metal goddess oolong tea, white peach oolong milk tea

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My aged crescent outside

OMOMO Tea Shoppe

4.3(1.4k reviews)

2.9 mi

WOW! Just wow! Omomo…read moreis very popular in the Irvine area and during peak hours, the wait can be quite extensive but definitely for good reason. The drinks are absolutely phenomenal from their milk teas to their slushies, each item is made to perfection. Upon entering the establishment, you can expect to have your order taken relatively quickly. They have a variety of high quality beverage options to choose from including fresh tea, fruit tea, milk tea, and their special creamomo creations. Personally, I always get their Omomo matcha which is their signature ice blended drink made with ceremonial matcha. This drink is definitely a must try for anyone going to this spot for the first time, it's one of their best sellers for good reason. You can also get your drinks modified in terms of sweetness and ice level (depending on the drink). Overall, I would highly recommend this drink shop to anyone in the area looking to get a refreshing beverage!

If you go to omomo often, they always have a line before opening. I lined up around 11:50am, and…read morewas second in line. Upon entering i noticed they now offer mobile ordering and they were already busy making drinks for online orders. Considering being 2nd in line, it took a lot longer this time to get 2 drinks probs from the mobile orders. Note to self to order online next time!! The girl with the pink hair called out my name, i showed my ticket and placed it in the box. She said to show the ticket again to her because i guess she didn't see it. I showed the ticket to her and placed it on the counter. She then said with attitude i can put the ticket back in the box. Her tone and comment was unnecessary. I ignored what she said, took my drinks and left. Review is 3 stars for the interaction I had with her.

Oreo brulee green tea

Around 9:10pm on 3/30/25 CLOSED

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IG: Belly.around.the.world - Please bring back the matcha soft serve!

Jam Jam Tea Lab

4.5(555 reviews)

3.9 mi

Locally sourced ingredients

Locally owned & operated

I've never had anything like the barley tea boba. It popped like popping boba but had a meaty chew,…read moreI loved ittttt Peach yogurt yakult is so good

Drinks are okay I would not go back…read more The recipes could be better Small sizes and so much ice

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Interior

Redstraw

4.0(567 reviews)

1.9 mi

I was in Irvine and cravings for a boba drink for our ride home. I yelped a place and Redstraw came…read moreup. The picture of the mango bingsoo is what made me come here. My husband is a big mango fan so I knew he would love this. I ended up getting the honey oolong milk tea with boba. I love the taste of this drink, however, the boba was not as chewy as I like. My husband ended up picking mango mojito and thought it was refreshing. Redstraw does offer a whole lot of choices, you can pick from tea, milk tea, and coffee. You can even customize your tea to your type. Overall, if you're cravings for a refreshing drink this is your spot.

I have not tried any of the milk teas but have tried the refreshing tea. I have enjoyed every tea…read morecombo I tried. The drinks are very refreshing and the price is not expensive. There is seating inside and also seating outside. The service is nice and friendly. Overall, I would come back to try the other mojitos.

Mango bingsoo

Dalgona Cold Brew Coffee

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Wushiland Boba Irvine

4.2(209 reviews)

1.5 mi

We've tried so many different drinks here. Can't go wrong with any choice, unless you have a…read morepreference. There is mobile order, kiosk, and ordering directly at the register. I will say they messed up a mobile order of mine once and were really nice about fixing this for me despite I already left the store. Drinks are always made quickly, fresh. There can be a wait on a busy day/evening. Tea is good, lots of customization, quantity and quality of toppings are worth it. A staple boba shop I always come back to.

Very disappointed by Wushiland today around 3:30 p.m…read more When I received my drink, I immediately noticed that it looked like I had received about half the amount of QQube toppings I usually get. Whenever I order from Wushiland, the toppings typically reach around the part of the cup where the word "boba" is printed. Today, there was noticeably less. I politely mentioned to the staff that I frequent Wushiland and that they typically put much more QQube in my drinks. The staff member told me they put one scoop of toppings and that they had done that for my drink. While I understand that there may be a standard serving size, it was frustrating to hear this, especially as a loyal customer who has several photos of my previous Wushiland drinks showing significantly more toppings. I also had another frustrating experience while my drink was being made. I could hear the staff discussing that they were starting to run out of the drink I ordered. Instead of letting me know, they added more ice to my drink, even though I specifically ordered it with less ice. I would have much rather been informed that they were running low so I could decide whether I wanted to make a different selection. I'm not sure if this was an issue with the staff working today or if something was different because of the Labor Day holiday, but the overall experience was very upsetting. I'm especially disappointed because I've had several positive experiences at Wushiland in the past and have always enjoyed coming here. Now I'm pissed and going to Heytea.

Jasmine Green Tea w/ mini boba

Oolong milk tea with mini pearl

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Milk tea

Boba Cucue

4.7(88 reviews)

4.4 mi

Place is insanely cute. Great ambiance with tons of cute stuff and plushies. Crane machines in the…read moreback. I always order the fruit tea mega bucket without sugar. Nice and refreshing. The taro smash float and watermelon float were tasty as well. Ordered the food here, Japanese hot dog and Shu Mai. Food is pretty decent but it's definitely store bought frozen food and on the tiny side. They have weekly specials and sometimes discounts for holidays like Father's Day. Highly recommend checking this place out if you are ever near Lake Forest.

The drinks at Boba Cucue are very refreshing. I've been coming here for some time now, and the…read moreservice here is always friendly and attentive. Everything is clean and well managed. When entering, you can order dine-in and to-go at the kiosk, or you can give your order to the person at the counter. It has a very cozy-like layout inside; music at the perfect volume really adding to the "feel-good" ambiance.

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SOMA Tea & Mocktail

4.2(296 reviews)

1.4 mi

The worst thing about here is you may time it fairly well or you may time it poorly and have a long…read morewait. Initially I think two people were making drinks but eventually it became all three people. For four drinks I think we waited 20 minutes or more. At least they are golden. I have noticed this trend here, so I think they do not staff too heavily even on hot and sweaty days. BLACK SESAME (light ice, 75% sweet): -- moderate plus authentic black sesame taste -- very creamy -- smooth -- perfect -- could consider 50% sweet but might be a touch too low for this beverage RATING = A+ MUSHU DRAGON OOLONG TEA w/PEACH (75% sweet, light ice): -- some peach chunks in bottom -- switched to fat boba straw after noticing issues -- for me 75% spot-on sweet for this one -- nice tea taste with up to moderate peach taste RATING = A

I tried the Iced High Mountain Mulberry Tea. It was very interesting strong tea, and it was good…read more Next time, I really like to try the Mocktail. Clean, nice and very spacious shop. Friendly staff.

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3CAT Handcrafted Beverage

4.1(449 reviews)

4.1 mi

Came here on a friend's recommendation and was in the area. Theres 2 screens at the front to take…read moreyour order with the menu and drink descriptions. I chose to go with the Mango Dew since it was more of a smoothie and it was a hot day. It had a mango based smoothie with passionfruit, one of my favorite combos. The drink with tax ended up being around $8 and it was ready in about a few minutes. After getting it, I loved the flavor and could not stop drinking it. My only complaint was that even though there was only 3 tables occupied, all the other tables were dirty so we didn't feel comfortable sitting while waiting. I think that says a lot since there were more dirty tables than clean ones. It also made it difficult to tell if someone was sitting at a table or not, or just in the bathroom. I don't believe it was too busy considering there was only one person's order prior to us ordering as well.

Yummy crafted drinks!! Ordered a few drinks to try and my favorite was the rice frosty with barley…read morepopping boba! It's not like regular popping boba it had a chewier texture to it so it was pretty fun trying! I would put this spot on my repeat list for boba!

Mochi Oreo

Mochi Mango - love this one

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Peachy Lime - refreshing! floral jasmine tea with a touch of lime & peach

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Ingrid L.

Elite 26

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2 years ago

This cozy little tea spot has quickly become my go-to. Every visit feels like a warm welcome, thanks to the super friendly and patient staff. Sure, the drinks might take a bit longer to prepare, but trust me, it's worth the wait. You can taste the difference - every sip is packed with the freshest ingredients, making each drink a delightful experience. The storefront is charmingly small, with no indoor seating, but you might snag a spot at one of the few tables outside. Pro Tip: Order online! It's the perfect way to beat the wait. :) read more

Alan L.

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4

0

2 years ago

Macu Tea is the perfect spot to grab a boba fix. Their "Sun Shine Lili Tea" is a standout--it's a mix of passion fruit and orange that's super refreshing and just the right amount of sweet and tangy. The boba pearls are soft and chewy, making every sip satisfying. The shop has a chill, laid-back vibe, and the staff is always friendly and quick, so you won't be waiting long. If you're looking for a tasty, refreshing drink, definitely give the Sun Shine Lili Tea a try! read more

James L.

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4

0

11 months ago

Macu Tea is my absolute favorite spot for boba and fruit teas! Every drink tastes so fresh, natural, and refreshing. You can tell they only use high-quality ingredients. This weekend I learned mangos were in limited supply because of the season, and they actually rejected a batch that didn't meet their standards. This level of care and commitment to quality is why I keep coming back. You can taste the difference in every sip! read more

Parag P.

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3

1

2 years ago

Macu Tea is a delightful boba spot that stands out with its fresh fruit smoothies and creative flavors. I tried the King of Mango smoothie, and it was a burst of natural mango goodness, perfectly complemented by the chewy tea jelly. The staff were friendly and the shop had a clean, welcoming vibe--definitely a place I'd return to for a refreshing treat! read more

Paul Y.

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2

1

2 years ago

I recently visited Macu Tea, and their golden leaf tea was a standout--perfectly balanced with a smooth, earthy depth and a subtle floral finish that lingered beautifully. The shop's vibe is cozy yet modern, and the staff were quick and friendly, making the experience even better. Definitely a spot worth revisiting for tea lover! read more

Van N.

67

2

1

1 year ago

Macu Tea Shop is my go-to spot for boba! The Chi-Chi Mango Smoothie is my absolute favorite--super fresh, creamy, and packed with real mango flavor. The staffs are always friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Highly recommend if you're craving something fruity and delicious! read more

David N.

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7

1 year ago

Great fast service with super friendly staff! The King of Mango and Brown Sugar Boba Latte are absolute favorites. Some drinks are fixed and not customizable, but the team is always happy to help you choose the perfect one. read more

Melody C.

0

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2 years ago

this place is so slow and it legot sucks!!! like the ordering person is like what are you talking about!!! like yall get a life and go somewhere else!!! read more

Joori

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3

2 years ago

I really like the boba milk tea and the passionfruit lili also staff is really nice I also like the sunshine lili and bobo grape smoothie

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