It's still very new but I like the aesthetic and the drinks were pretty good!!…read more I got the milk bubble tea and my friend got the milk green tea. We were both definitely satisfied with them. There's also free wifi. Itd be a good place to study. Definitely coming here again!

I was excited to see this boba spot especially coming from Los Angeles. Unfortunately some drinks…read morewere a miss The strawberry cream looked so good but unfortunately tasted really bad. It tasted very artificial and like a water down drink. My hubby didn't drink it at all. The lavender milk tea (50% sweet) was not too bad. The chai milk tea was pretty good. The chocolate cookies n cream was good also. One thing is the boba was not fresh. They tasted old. I believe all drinks are made with powdered cream (as the base for "milk"). Sadly to say I will not be returning. At least not for the drinks. I might try their rolled ice cream.....might...

I've never had milk tea so good. The milk tea they use is fresh black tea and green tea, flavored…read morewith fresh honey. It is the best milk tea shop in Iowa. I Love it。 I've seen people vilify the store in the comments section and I just want to say it's not true. I have been drinking milk tea in this shop for three years. It is very delicious

Staff was very friendly and took care of our whole family! The prices are a little spendy but it is…read morewell worth it for the taste and the vibe! 5 stars

The bubble tea here is delicious...and non-dairy! You can adjust the ice and sugar levels although…read more regular sugar (which I ordered by accident) is not too sweet. The large is also not that large...wish there there were a few more bubbles in the drinks. Parking can be difficult (it's off-street only in a busy area).

Favorite place to grab boba downtown…read more I keep it plain with the #1 most popular item - Teamo Signature tea. Why go wrong when you can get something right each time? Friendly staff, always willing to make recommendations. I imagine it would be a nice place to study as well, given the open concept of the inside.

I've had a lot of boba in my life, and I would say La Tea definitely leans a little less…read moretraditional compared to more authentic spots. That said, there's one drink here that truly pops off -- and it's what keeps me coming back. The Uji Matcha Latte with tapioca and red bean (half sugar) is my go-to order, and it's delicious. Perfect balance of earthy matcha, chewy boba, and just the right amount of sweetness from the red bean. Honestly, I like it even better than some matcha drinks I've had in Seattle! I think that drink is better than the random drinks I've tried at Teamo which is next door. The last time I stopped by, we were heading out on a road trip, and I ordered a small -- but heads up, the bottle is a teddy bear shape, which while super cute, isn't the most convenient if you're trying to fit it in a car cupholder. Still tasty though! Overall, I'd rate their boba quality around 3 stars -- but that matcha drink alone is a solid 5 stars in my book. Plenty of seating inside (the space is surprisingly big) and a few games at the front if you're hanging out for a bit. Tip: Stick to the matcha drinks if you're a fan -- they do them really well here!

La Tea and Teamo are right next to each other. I wanted to go to Teamo, but due to the Pride…read moreFestival, the line was much longer at Teamo. Being an impatient gremlin, I went to La Tea instead. I love Jasmine Milk Tea; that is my go to everywhere I go. I'm always trying to find the next best Jasmine Milk Tea place for my tastes. Let me tell you, this place is not it. There was a reason that Teamo's line was much longer then La Tea. My tea did not taste like Jasmine at all. I was with my best friend and her mom. This was her mom's first boba experience, so she thought it was great. My bestie doesn't go out of her way to drink boba or milk tea, so she thought it was fine too. Basically, if you're a noob when it comes to milk tea, it'll taste good to you.

I was so surprised to see that the NewBo had a Filipino kitchen called the Pinoy Cafe! What?!?!…read moreFilipino food here in Cedar Rapids! Are my eyes deceiving me? The menu items are limited, but she offers Filipino staple items like Pork Adobo (Filipino Pork dish marinated in soy sauce and vinegar), Pork or Vegetable Lumpia, (Filipino egg rol) and Pancit (a Filipino rice noodle with vegetables and usually chicken or pork), and of course rice! We actually ordered a Combo Dish with Bar-B-Que chicken, rice, and 2 pieces of lumpia. After a bite of the lumpia, we ordered another 5 more pieces! Yum! This food booth also sells delicious Boba drinks and Bu! Now these were quite pricey! I am use to seeing Boba drinks all over California, but this was my first time seeing one in Iowa. We ordered the Thai Milk Boba Drink and a Strawberry Boba Drink!! Yummy! I miss getting these while I have been here in Iowa! In California, they are practically on every other block or strip mall, but I guess it hasn't really become as popular out this way. Boba drinks or Bubble Tea are often creamy milk smoothies or flavored teas that contain these round, chewy, tapioca balls that are placed at the bottom of the drink and add a unique texture and delightful surprise with almost every sip! Sooooo tasty and fun! The only shocking thing for me was the price! I have never paid so much for a Thai Boba Drink or a Strawberry Bubble Tea in all the years of drinking them out in California! I was a bit shocked at the price, but that didn't stop me from buying them! I've gotten one every time I have come to the NewBo! I love these drinks! And they have them for the lactose free people as well! After meeting and talking with the very nice Filipina woman who owns the Pinoy Cafe, I found out that she is going to be closing shop by the end of the month! After running a very successful and well respected food booth for the past 5 years, she has decided she wants to stay home with her kids before they grow up to be too old to want to spend time with mommy. I was heartbroken to hear that she will be closing up shop! This has been the only Filipino food place in all of the Cedar Rapids area! It may not have been the best Filipino food that I've ever tasted, but it was pretty solid. And how else will anyone here get to experience even a little taste of Filipino food if this place closes down? I feel like this is such a great tragedy for the cool young hipsters and the old timers who come to hang out at the NewBo that may never get the opportunity to try any Filipino food ever again! She did say that she will most likely keep her website up for the Pinoy Cafe and offer lumpia made to order. And maybe after the kids are grown, she might reopen. Who knows?! If you have never eaten Filipino food or never tried this particular spot at the NewBo, go check it out! Let's say goodbye to our local Filipino Iowan gal with a warm good luck for the future!

What a gem to find Filipino food in Iowa. This place is located in a market downtown, where there…read moreis a number of other food stands (Mexican, truffles, coffee, Indian, Mediterranean) which is perfect for someone who wants to try multiple bites or for a family:group who just can't decide and needs choices. The food was a bit on the pricier side for fast casual, but happy to support small and local businesses. The pancit (noodle) and lumpia (egg roll) combo dish was ok. Noodles didn't seem particularly flavorful but the lumpia was good. I also liked the accompanying sauce. The pork skewers were excellent...mouthwatering juicy fatty pork grilled to perfection with a sweet savory sauce. Hundred percent -- get this. Service was nice and fairly quick. Was one of the more popular food stalls in the market. Would go back for the pork and venture to try other menu options too. Overall more of a 3.5 of 5 BUT considering this is Iowa and.....Filipino food - I rounded up! I like the abundance of seating both inside and outside. Was easy for our family of six to enjoy a nice low-key lunch.

100% recommend! I…read morehonestly did not expect to find bubble tea this good in Iowa. The Bep Teahouse in Iowa City caught me completely off guard, and every visit since has been just as great. This is literally the best bubble tea I've ever had, anywhere. The space is one of my favorite things about it. The front has that bright, lively energy you'd expect; vibrant, fun, the kind of place that puts you in a good mood the moment you walk in. Head towards the back and there are a few private booths tucked away that feel almost entirely separate from the rest; quieter, more intimate, and just a relaxing place to sit and decompress. This place is great for a date, a solo visit, or even just a quick stop between errands. The atmosphere here adapts to whatever it is you're looking for. The bubble tea speaks for itself, but don't overlook everything else on the menu. They have smoothies, along with foods like popcorn chicken and fries, all of which are genuinely delicious. Not once have I left feeling like I overpaid or that something wasn't worth it. Pro: Exceptional bubble tea, great food and drinks across the board, friendly staff, and an atmosphere that just works no matter why you're there. Fair prices and always clean and inviting. Con: Nothing Tip: Try something new each visit; there's so many amazing options, and it's a great way to expand one's horizon.

I had the tarot ube brulee boba tea and it was the best tasting boba tea I have ever had in my…read morelife. And I profoundly love boba tea and do not get it anywhere near as frequently as I desire. It was so rich and creamy, a heavenly blend of ube and caramelized goodness with perfectly tender boba pearls that have me yearning for more. We got it at 50% sugar and it was still very sweet so next time I would probably go for 25% sugar even. They also have shave ice and mochi donuts and they had neither of those when I was there because it was pretty late but you bet I'm going to be back soon to partake of this deliciousness as well! I love the decor, lots of green and cozy and clean and bright. So perfect! Service was fast and friendly! They also have ordering kiosks that let you get exactly what you want without having to talk to anyone. I always joke that Iowa city has more bubble tea places per capita than than anywhere I've ever lived... So fortunate to be living here!

Tried this place for the first time and the food did not disappoint! It was authentic and…read moredelicious! The restaurant vibe was hip and fun, the walls were designed with colorful graffiti art and they had a karaoke corner. Our group ordered Kimchi fried rice, jjajangmyun and Korean style bibimbap. All dishes were tasty! The jjajangmyun noodles were perfectly chewy just how I like it. And the bibimbap was served in the traditional clay pot, it was a little on the spicier side but it was so good I finished the entire bowl. The only thing I was missing was the banchan (Korean side dishes). Understandable since we ordered a la carte whereas if we ordered kbbq or the meat combinations it would be included. We definitely plan to come back and try more dishes! Highly recommend!

One of the best places in town to get Korean food. When friends want to try Korean food for the…read morefirst time I usually take them here since there is a fun vibe and the food is reasonably authentic. They also have great cocktails and plenty of soju.

Strawberry cream with strawberry popping pearls (pictured) and I got an iced coffee with vanilla…read moreand tapioca pearls both were very good. We also got the avocado toast which was also very delicious. Service was fast and very friendly and happy to accommodate special requests. It was quiet when we were there and would be a great place to work for a few hours, free WiFi. Spreading diversity-tea, equali-tea, conservation, and joy! #qcbobatea 100% Woman, Latina, and LGBTQIA+ owned! Love this about them. Hours are different than what I seen on yelp, they are open 9:00 am until 7:00 pm M-T until 4 on F and 2 on Saturday, closed Sunday. They are inside the college, public welcome.

From the owner: We do bubble tea! Bubble’s Boba tea has a variety of bubble tea goodness and food. We are located…read moreat SCC Downtown Urban Campus Cafe!