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    Milk Lab - Cary

    4.4 (554 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Taro Latte and Match Latte
    Jake V.

    Milklab has some of the best milk teas we've tried in the NC Triangle area. We've been here multiple times, and here are my thoughts on the drinks we've tried: 1. Purple Taro Latte - Highly-recommended if you enjoy milky snd sweet milk teas. The taro flavor is so rich. Hands down, this is the best taro milk tea we've tried in Triangle NC. 2. Matcha Latte Milk Cap - my girl loves this because the matcha tastes rich and the "milk cap" gives it a creamy, satisfying taste. 3. Thai Tea Milk Cap - This was our first favorite. The "milk cap" makes this more than just an average Thai tea. One of Milklab's best drinks. 4. Dalgona Milk Cap Latte - Rich coffee milk taste. Not bad but I think Milklab's tea drinks are more delicious. 5. Strawberry Matcha Latte - One of my favorites; I'd rank this slightly higher than the Matcha Latte Milk Cap but my girl -who's more of a matcha lover than me- prefers her matcha drinks without strawberry. 6. Brown Sugar Fresh Milk + Boba - Not the best brown sugar tea we've tried, and sometimes, we can barely taste the brown sugar flavor but the barristas here in Cary seem to do a better job getting it just right than the Durham location (not the one inside Southpoint Mall) There are other drinks in Milklab's menu we haven't tried that look delicious. They use quality organic ingredients and fresh milk, and their blends are mostly unique compared to what you can get in a typical milk tea cafe. However, I would not recommend their rolled ice cream. Tried twice, and for $8+, we were not satisfied. It seems that Milklab is more focused on emphasizing the flavors of the rolled ice cream's toppings rather than the ice cream itself, which is nowhere close to Andia's ice cream quality. It also takes longer for them to serve the ice cream. Wish they serve Taiwanese snacks like popcorn chicken or Korean pancakes instead (like how Tea Hill, Quickly & Tiger Sugar do it ). Customer service is usually fast here; you can order using the kiosk or via Milklab's website. I'm not a big fan of Milklab's ambiance (just doesn't look inviting inside and out), with its dull walls and cramped space but this particular location has a nice outdoor area with wooden tables and chairs well-lit at night. Most of the time, we just grab our drinks and devour them in the car. Milklab also has one of the best milk tea containers - higher quality and classier-looking than what most other milk tea cafes use. Despite its flaws, Milklab is still one of the few that made it to my "Best Milk Tea Cafes in the Triangle NC" Collection here on Yelp (https://bit.ly/bestmilkteaNC) because of its various expertly-crafted milk cap teas and high quality ingredients. Overall Score (Cary location only): 4.2/5

    Jonathan P.

    This is by far my favorite boba spot in North Carolina! I love coming to milk lab. I would always get the thai green milk tea it's the best! I've even brought so many of my friends to this place and they all love it! I always put them on to the thai green milk tea. The service here is always amazing with lovely staff. Totally recommend this place for boba.

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    Lenora S.

    Accept that it's busy and there is minimal indoor seating, and it's a five star experience. I'd recommend order ahead. QR code in the pics. Ice cream is slower than tea. Tried on a Saturday. 4 employees on tea, 1 then 2 on ice cream. Waited 15-20 min. Lost track of time coming out in a corner. Not made. Just waited. Got two. Mango slushy. Real mango with jasmine tea. Fantastic. Would order again. Second was a Hong Kong tea- black tea, cream, brown sugar. Serious caffeine. Kept me up late. I'd order again but only get in the morning. Again, tasty. Super fresh tapioca boba. Lots of outdoor seating. Watched 5 groups leave due to the crowds. Kiosk ordering at door or in person at register.

    Austin L.

    great cozy little boba shop. i've enjoyed their milk teas and all of them have been consistent in taste and quality. this location was great! staff was friendly and greeted us upon arrival.

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    Ellen M.

    Pros: Good location with easy parking Friendly service Fun to watch rolled ice cream getting made Pretty interior with good seating Cons: If you don't specify sweetness level for your drink, you will get a very sugary one They put your drink on one side of the counter but will bring you your ice cream. Would be helpful if they brought your entire order to your table A bit on the pricey side Pro tip: Worth a visit if you are in the strip mall, but wouldn't go put of your way to visit. There isn't anything special, plus it is a chain.

    Peachy Lychee Crush (Large)
    Tess W.

    obsessed with the peachy lychee!! Adam was so sweet with helping me with my drink. Obsessed with Adam- this store is clearly well-managed (I think by him) HIGHLY recommend this location and this drink

    Chocolate factory or cupcake, can't remember name. Lol
    Kelly M.

    Many choices for fresh, organic milk teas and ice cream. Create your own toppings or order off their predetermined menu of concoctions. Service is order at kiosk, online or at the counter. Sterile environment, milk smell upon entering. Chocolate cupcake - yum. Delicious chocolate base.

    Banana milk tea
    Tiffany B.

    Great rolled ice cream great service good variety overall...5 STARS (It has to be at least 85 characters thats why i put this)

    Unicorn poop ice cream
    Sienna S.

    The table was very sticky, and there was hair in the cup of my unicorn poop rolled ice cream.

    Bang bang ice cream
    Christine W.

    The bang bang ice cream is what I usually get. The Thai tea isn't too strong, and the boba is quite tasty. I do think I'll pick different toppings next time than teddy grahams and Nilla wafers tho. The milk teas here are pretty fantastic, lives up to its name. My boyfriend's Lychee Berry was good as well, especially at 50% sweetness. Cashier is pretty quick and the space is nicely furnished, just a little tight.

    Taro coconut pudding (left) and Strawberry Dalgona Milk Cap Latte (right) with no milk cap
    Ashley B.

    This Milk LAB is in a prime location in Cary. Close to lots of food and shopping, so you can stop by when doing errands. Hubby's taro coconut pudding: 4.2/5 The boba was nice and soft, even when in the cold slush of the drink. The slush was an even, smooth and creamy texture. Surprisingly, not as big of a coconut taste, be did not mind that. My strawberry dalgona latte (requested with no cream cheese milk cap): 4.5/5 A yummy drink! I love anything with strawberries and coffee, so naturally I was drawn to this drink. The perfect ratio of dalgona, milk and strawberries (which were fresh too). The staff was friendly and was happy to customize as needed. The cup packaging is great too! Love the sturdiness and the ability to use a boba straw or you can sip from the lid!

    Strawberry fruit tea
    Amy F.

    Cute place with a large menu. Had to ask for suggestions as it was my first visit. Strawberry fruit tea was suggested, and it was delicious!

    Rolled Bang Bang Ice Cream
    Lynne C.

    Milk Lab never disappoints! I got the rolled Thai tea ice cream during my last visit. There was a very long line but the service was fast and the people were very nice. The ice cream was good but on the sweeter side. I recommend the Kimochi rolled ice cream (vanilla with strawberry) if you're looking for something less sweet.

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    Do you sell your mochi dessert topping?

    Do they have milk alternatives? almond, soy, oat, etc.?

    Soy and Almond Milk for their teas, I don't think for the ice cream.

    Do you serve any non dairy ice cream?

    Yes they do

    Don't have sanitation score posted anywhere?Couldn't find one online either?

    Dear Crystal, Due to the fact that Milk Lab only serves rolled ice cream and milk tea we actually… Read more

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    Brecotea

    4.1
    (338 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Stumbled into this gem and the vibe is immaculate -- gold accent décor, that honeycomb light…read moreinstallation, and a neon "Explore sweeter life@Brecotea" sign that practically begs to be photographed. The pastry case is a showstopper: berry-topped croissants with fresh whipped cream, fruit danishes, ube buns, almond twists, and savory options like the garlic-herb bun and hot dog danish. I came for the bakery but stayed for the drink menu, which is huge -- milk teas, fruit teas, yogurt smoothies, sparkling teas, and a full coffee lineup. One heads-up: the Coffee Crush ($4.95) is essentially just Dalgona coffee -- that whipped instant-coffee-over-milk drink that went viral a few years back. It's tasty, but know that you're paying café prices for something you can whip up at home with three ingredients. Would've loved a little more transparency on the menu there. Pastries are fresh (seemingly), drinks are solid, and the space is genuinely lovely for sitting a while. Worth a visit -- just go in knowing what the Coffee Crush actually is.

    Brecotea is a fantastic spot when you're craving both boba and fresh pastries. The selection of…read moredrinks is impressive, and everything tasted fresh and well-balanced without being overly sweet. The boba had the perfect chewy texture, and the pastries looked just as good as they tasted. It's one of those places where it's hard to leave with just one item. The atmosphere is bright, clean, and inviting, making it a great place to relax, catch up with friends, or enjoy a quick treat. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially when deciding between the many drink and pastry options. Overall, Brecotea offers a consistently enjoyable experience, and it's definitely a place I'll keep coming back to.

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    Boba Baba

    Boba Baba

    4.5
    (324 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$

    I'd give this place a solid 3.5 stars--round up to 4 stars for nice customer service. Living in NC,…read morethere really isn't an abundant amount of boba places to venture to, but it seems like this place is highly recommended by college students and local boba enthusiasts. Being so used to many boba options back in CA, it kind of makes it feel weird to struggle to find a boba place nearby. The location is pretty convenient for college kids or adults to chill with friends. Lots of tables and even a shelf with some board games you could play if you had an hour or two to pass in the area. I can't remember the name of the drink, but I remember it having butterfly pea and lemon... or yuzu. Drink is aesthetically pleasing, but I'm not sure if I tasted what the drink mentioned. Still, nice attempt at being trendy with the boba menu. Maybe they're known for their milk teas here? It was quite busy when we can on a Saturday evening before closing. :) Drinks took around 10 ish minutes to make, but staff were quick to take orders and make drinks. If I remember correctly, there were two people working that day-- least in the front!

    I am shocked I have not yet written a review for Boba Baba, when I go all the time!…read more I am a huge fan of their strawberry matcha, and more recently, of their butterfly fresca! Both drinks are delicious, and bonus points for also offering lactose-free/plant milk! But be warned, they do not offer the plant milk for certain drinks, since some are pre-mixed. Definitely ask before ordering! I would also highly recommend the puff pastries and mochi donuts! I had to search through my photos to find my favs: the ube puff pastry & the strawberry mochi donut. The puff pastry is a large portion, and heavier, so you can definitely share. The mochi donut is nice and light, so these are better to get more than one flavor to try.

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    Kung Fu Tea - Cary

    Kung Fu Tea - Cary

    4.2
    (264 reviews)
    4.8 mi
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    Halal
    Kid friendly

    I enjoyed the Rose Hip tea with 50% sweetness and Mango boba. Very delicious! The staff here were…read morepleasant and welcoming. This tea is expensive but well worth it. I appreciate there being non-caffeine options like the Rose hip.

    This is the 2nd Kung Fu Tea location we've been to, and our expectation wasn't great after trying…read moretheir teas multiple times in the first location. We ordered something we've never ordered in a Kung Fu Tea before: Brown Sugar milktea. This particular Kung Fu Tea spot is in a fantastic location, next to our favorite ramen spot, Miso Ramen Bar. My girl ordered 1 we'd share while we finish our meal. Feng Cha in Morrisville was about to close so Kung Fu was the only milktea place we can get one by 9 PM. The texture of the boba is perfect, and the amount is well-balanced for a $6+ milktea. My first sip of the milktea itself didn't last a great impression, however. While I can smell the fragrant smell of freshly-brewed tea, I could barely taste the brown sugar flavor and the milktea doesn't taste as creamy as Feng Cha's or Milklab's. Even Tiger Sugar near H-Mart served better quality brown sugar milktea but it's slightly better than Breco Tea's disappointing Brown Sugar milktea. In other words: This milktea is average compared to other Brown Sugar milkteas we've tried. My girl loves its aroma and she says it's not bad. Customer service is fast: Barrista was able to serve our drink in less than 5 minutes. Ambiance is fine, place looked clean. Overall, I see Kung Fu Tea Cary as the McDonald's of the milktea industry - franchise looks as strong as Quickly's. and it'll be enjoyable to a casual milktea customer. But why settle for average when there are other milktea spots that can offer higher quality blends for about the same price?

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    Crema Coffee & Bakery

    Crema Coffee & Bakery

    4.4
    (321 reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    With the weather sitting in that perfect sweet spot before the North Carolina summer heat takes…read moreover, I grabbed a seat outside and settled in with an Iced Vanilla Latte and one of Crema's famous Cragels filled with cream cheese. The latte was smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced--not overly sweet, just enough vanilla to complement the coffee. The Cragel was every bit as delicious as its reputation suggests: warm, chewy, flaky, and generously filled with cream cheese. A perfect coffee, a scrumptious Cragel, and ideal patio weather--what more could you ask for? This is exactly the kind of local gem that keeps me coming back.

    I'm not sure if I would come back here. I'm sure if I came on a non busy day and not peak time it…read morewould have been a better experience. It was very crowded there's not a lot of seating inside, they do have outside sitting. I did like how the inside looked and they had their pastries out front. I couldn't tell what to order and spent a few minutes trying to figure the menu out without getting overstimulated by the time I could even think about asking questions they had a really big line. I ended up ordering a medium cappuccino which I know see from other reviews that my disappointment was not just me. we did get a waffle croissant thing which was not bad. It tasted stale. So it was a bit tougher and chewier or I'm not sure if that's how it was supposed to be ? I'm sure if it was fresh it would have been better. My daughter ended up getting a fruit smoothie and a hello kitty looking Madeline that was banana flavored she really liked that. There are no prices on the things that aren't at their coffee station area. I did ask the guy up front that it was my first time here and I wasn't sure what to get, he just stared at me. Didn't say anything. And then corrected me when I asked for the waffle thing. Soo.. there's that. So I guess come here if you know what you want. Or come during non less busy hours. We only came by because it was across the street from our therapy appointment. But left more disappointed.. and I spent $22 with tip. Not even sure what I paid for or the prices it all happened so fast. So go here don't go here. We will probably try another place.

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    Crema Coffee & Bakery
    Another coffee-themed display. Gives the place a bit of a rustic feel.

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    Another coffee-themed display. Gives the place a bit of a rustic feel.
    Grand Asia Market

    Grand Asia Market

    3.8
    (354 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Great deals and yummy food court. The hours are a bit restrictive now since they close early but…read moreyou just have to plan around that. The duck is amazing and I highly recommend it. The pork and quail egg bao has continously gotten worse and been more disappointing every time I get it. I miss the old way. The salty tofu is only available on weekend and it one of my favorite. The store always have cheap prices and many Asian grocery options. It can be a bit crazy and chaotic in store making it a bit stressful atmosphere espically near the food court during peak times.

    Funny enough, I've been going to this almost my entire life, even when I lived 2 hours away. It's…read moreone of those things that you get exactly what you pay for, it's low a pretty good price with a really solid selection of all my grocery needs. The service is never exceptional, but to be honest you never expect that. At a place like this. I would say the bakery has started to go a little downhill, and the fresh food And restaurant has not been as good as before, you can tell the starting to add a little bit more fillers, but it's still is a good pit stop when you're there. They recently enrolled a membership where you get points for the money that you spend there, which I feel like they should have had for a while ago, but it is definitely a bonus!

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    Great variety during the week however, you should come on the weekend to have their congee soup
    Great variety during the week however, you should come on the weekend to have their congee soup
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