The ambiance is very mellow. Ended up talking to one of the employees while waiting for my drink, and got great life advice. Nick is a one of a kind goat!! Super genuine guy! Definitely coming back. Thanks again Nick! read more

Nice cozy boba shop where you can relax hang out with friends or even bring your laptop and work. Service was great and quick. I came to try out their drinks and some snacks. My favorite was definitely the strawberry croffle and Coco Calm. read more

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The Teas: They're absolutely unparalleled & delicious! They have *the* best milk tea. (Black tea + milk). The Ambiance: They have remodeled since they first opened. To be honest, the remodel is not good. It used to look very classy & now it looks kind of cheap & 'industrial'. The remodel just does not fit and the plants are not well maintained. The Service: It took 30mins to get our 2 teas. That's crazy. Also, they don't come in early to prepare boba. Instead, they open & then tell you that boba won't be ready for another hour. Does the donut shop open & tell you to wait an hour for them to bake? No, the donuts are ready for purchase when the donut shop opens because the bakers come in early enough to bake them in time for the shop to open. The same principle applies here. This is a boba shop. Boba should be ready when they open. An employee should come in earlier, before the shop opens, to make the boba in time for the shop to open. It's really quite simple. read more

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I'll always say yes to boba. When I heard about the banana matcha, you know I was down. The banana matcha is really good, with the perfect balance of banana and matcha flavors. Plus, at most places, the matcha settles at the bottom and you can taste the powder, but here, the matcha powder is definitely dissolved, which I enjoy because nobody wants a matcha drink that tastes like powder. They also had other new hojicha drinks. They are good, but I wasn't a fan. If you love earthy matchas, you'll love these new drinks. They are very earthy and strong, but I had the hojicha with coffee, so I didn't enjoy it as much. The inside is breathtaking. It's got good vibes and a very aesthetic look. I love the walls. It gives off a New York style with exposed brick walls. It's a great place to study. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Cute little place that's well decorated and welcoming for a hang out or study! I was a bit confused at the kiosk because you are only able to add one topping and if you want more than one, you would have to order at the register with a worker. One of the workers kindly explained this to me as I added a little note to my drink wanting an additional topping and that I'd pay at the register upon review of the note. What I didn't know was that the note appears on all drinks ordered, which made it confusing [for them] so I appreciated the explanation for next time :) Drinks are good - I ordered the matcha cloud and the flavor was interesting. I had expected it to be sweeter but it was mild and wasn't able to be customized, at least with the kiosk. The boba was very chewy, I loved it! There were so many options I wanted to try them all! read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I had the pleasure of trying this boba spot in San Jose. I didn't know that this place was here until recently so I decided to check it out. The interior is very cute. It doesn't seem to get that busy so you can usually find a table and it doesn't take long for your order. I got one of their new drinks, the hojicha latte with black sesame foam. I love the combination of the two. My boyfriend got the honeydew green tea and loved that one just as much. Can't wait to try their other drinks! read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Honeydew green tea and Hojicha latte with black sesame foam - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Super cute, plant-filled tea spot with cozy, rustic vibes. The green bisou and black sesame were my favs since both of them had a bold & earthy taste. The pistachio cream top was so good, and the strawberry croffle was delicious! read more

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This local tea shop is a hidden gem, offers many tea, coffee and snack options, and is very nice and cozy inside and is the perfect place to hang out. The fresh, bright, and delicious Bomb Lemon Honey tea is still my favorite, but the creamy, nutty Okinawa Tea is always a solid option as well. They have something for everyone here, so you can't go wrong. They have a few snack options here also that I always see people order and the pandan waffle smell always gets me so hungry! My only complaint is the boba doesn't always taste fresh and more often than not it is hard and not soft and chewy as I would expect. They are a Credit Card only spot, so don't bring cash! read more

I would say by far, this is the best Takoyaki I've had compared to other boba places. It always so fresh and so good. It does take a while to come out, which is understandable! Don't even get me started on the drink, me and my boyfriend would always get the mango green tea or milk tea. I recently try the white peach oolong and it's going on my list of top three drinks from here! The service here are always so nice and welcoming, and they keep the place clean too! Which I really appreciate it. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Left: Mango Green milk tea Right: Mango Green Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Aesthetic, spacious, floral vibes. Boba is a little hard for my preference but it's still chewy What we ordered: - Roasted Oolong Milk Tea - 75% sweet and less ice, tastes watered down, very subtle tea flavor - Oreo Milk Tea Puff Milk Tea - oolong and less ice, compared to other places, it's not that sweet read more

Went on a rainy day so it was empty inside but it was such a cute atmosphere that I would've totally wanted to sit and hang with my friends! Ordered one of their new drinks the green bisou which was matcha with a pistachio cream top. Sooo good! I would get it with less sweetness next time though. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - New drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Visited again on a Sundar afternoon and the shop was empty. I heard that they had new drinks on the menu so I ordered a Roasted Nutcracker (Hojicha latte with pistachio cream top). I tasted the cream top and it tasted like pistachio and was slightly sweet and slightly salty. It tasted so good on its own but combined with the Hojicha latte, it definitely elevated the drink. The Hojicha had a roasted flavor and isn't watered down like some boba shops would make it. I'm excited to try the other new drinks, especially the coconut water matcha cloud. read more

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It's so pretty in here! It's small, but they did a great job with the space.. (it's been about 10 years since I last visited). Ordered a roasted oolong with coffee jelly and a popcorn chicken ($17 without tip) They're both good. I really liked my tea. The chicken portion is on the smaller side... and there's only flavor on top.. wish there was those places that put the spices outside so you can season it yourself. Another weird thing is that none of their menus have pricing.. so the total is just a surprise at the end, lol. read more

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I had a pretty good experience here previously and the first time I came to this spot was probably back in 2016. Unfortunately, some things only get worse with time and this spot is a prime example. I got the taro milk tea as I wasn't looking to have caffeine late at night, which already seemed pricey on the ordering kiosk. I'm so not a fan of the implementation of kiosks at boba shops because I do prefer having the human interaction, and those kiosks oftentimes charge a convenience fee which the one here definitely did. I really hate bringing dollar amounts into my reviews but I can't help but feel that it's significant here. I ended up paying $6.95 for a taro milk tea made from taro powder without any additional toppings and with no taro chunks. Usually I'd just tell you if a place is value for money or not so much, but at almost $7 for just milk with powder I couldn't recommend this place less. I've gotten real taro paste with real taro chunks and on some occasions a topping too for that price, so I definitely left feeling scammed. Their cups used to have really cute and pretty designs on them but the one I got on this visit didn't. The ambiance inside is still cute, thoughtfully decorated, but the hanging menu doesn't depict prices and given what I got for the price I paid, well, you can either see for yourself or take my advice. read more

I really enjoyed this boba spot! The boba was so good and definitely fulfilled my expectations. I loved how many options they offer -- from coffee and matcha to slushies and shaved ice cream. There's so much to choose from, which makes it a great place for different cravings. The food, however, was a bit disappointing. I tried the garlic fries and a sandwich, but everything was cold. I was really looking forward to hot, delicious garlic fries, so that was a letdown, and the sandwich didn't stand out either. That said, I absolutely fell in love with the place itself. It's aesthetically pleasing, clean, and calm -- perfect for hanging out or getting some work done. The decor is beautiful and totally my vibe. I especially appreciated the real plants; they really elevate the space and make it feel cozy and welcoming. Overall, I'd give this place a 4 out of 5. It was almost perfect -- the drinks and atmosphere were amazing, but the food could definitely be improved. Btw service was great. The guy helped us figure out what we wanted ( I came in with my two kids, we ordered a lot, but he was nice and patient, so thank you.) read more

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Been coming here since I was in high school (now college grad), and it's always been super good and consistent with flavor. So many great options to choose from! It's also a lowkey study spot. Not usually packed, but it is on the smaller side so space is limited. read more

My First time here at this Pop Up Tea, Coffee and Snacks! Super Glad I came across this Welcoming and Charming Boba Shop. I came to this side of town to meet my friends 4 lunch and have been wanting to visit this place for quite sometime now. Loving the indoor and outdoor seatings area. Cool, Cute, and Cozy interior setting too! Drinks are great for my taste. Many Great Snacks Options here as well! Will absolutely come back to try other items and food on their menu! read more

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Pop Up Tea is hands-down my new favorite boba spot! The moment you walk in, you're greeted with the coziest vibe and friendliest staff. Their drinks are delicious & Who doesn't love a boba shop that's Instagram-worthy and tasty? They got a area decorated with cute Christmas decor where you can take selfies The menu has such a fun variety, and everything I've tried so far has been amazing! Their house milk tea is perfectly sweet and creamy, and the egg pudding is also a great topping. I also love their avocado smoothie with ice cream so creamy, like a sip of happiness! What really makes Pop Up Tea stand out is the little details: thoughtful customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to stay and sip all day. If you're in San Jose and craving boba, you have to pop by Pop Up Tea. It's a total 10/10 experience every time! read more

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- okinawa milk tea (3/5): can't reduce sweetness but it wasn't overly sweet! just tasted like regular boba milk tea :) - Passion-Berry Green tea (4/5): their teas are rly good - Bomb lemon honey green tea (4/5): would get again! amazing snacks w/lots of options, super cute and cozy interior, great for hanging out or studying, and nice workers! i would def come again to try their other stuff :-) read more

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Matcha and hojicha was fire not to sweet and quality. The inside was cute and aesthetic def could see myself spending hours studying in here. The service was good but it does take the food a while to come out.kids loved the popcorn chicken. read more

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Pretty good honey great tea. Vietnamese coffee is pretty good as well. Friendly service. 2016 read more

Very cute setting, came via Google search valving popcorn chicken and wanted to avoid the mall. In the same plaza as safeway, in the corner next to wells fargo and anytime fitness. Lady that took my order was very nice. I had a vietnamese coffee with sea salt, an order of takoyaki and popcorn chicken all for $25. Popcorn chicken was decent, came with a small serving of sweet and sour sauce. Takoyaki was also decent, nothing out of the ordinary to be expected. Vietnamese coffee was also basic, too, lowkey missing that caffeine jab. Sorry for cheating on you, TapEx. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Rude service from the workers who you could tell just didn't wanna be there they tried to make me pay extra for the sauce that comes with the fish balls and were very rude read more

Oreo milk tea had a good taste and not to sweet. The service was great. The young lady had an answer for all my questions. The aesthetic of the place is nice and I will come back to do homework and enjoy a drink. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Oreo Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This was a great place to stop for boba tea and a couple options for coffee based iced drinks. We got quick and friendly service and the extended hours made this a great option for an evening boba tea. read more

Super disappointed in this business. I live nearby and have been coming here for about a year now. I've noticed they have become super super stingy and cheap. I asked for a tea with half Boba half another topping portion totaling one full portion of topping ( half and half). They were trying to charge me for two toppings! Even though I was only doing half-and-half. I've never seen another Boba place do this and I even used to work at a Boba place. I've never seen this before! They literally would rather lose my business than save me $0.20 or whatever it was for the extra topping. They don't care about keeping the customer happy. They are cheap. All they care about is nickels and dimes. I don't want to support a business that is cheap like this. It's not like I was getting two full portions of toppings. I was literally getting half scoop of 2!! And the drinks are already not cheap! They are trying to gouge. These jellies and toppings and syrups that they're putting in these drinks are cheap. They are trying to be snaky and make a huge profit off of their loyal customers! Don't trust them. read more

It was super cute and had such a nice ambience. The service was quick and it was super easy to order! I was craving something sweet and they definitely delivered with their pandan waffle. My siblings enjoyed their orders as well, my sister forgot to order boba with her drink but overall enjoyed it! read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Pandan Waffle, Taro Milk Tea, Mango Smoothie, bacon cheese fries - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Great service. The drink called summer sunrise was great. This place is spotless. Would like to try more drinks and food like the fruit tea series and the garlic fries read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Oreo cheesecake - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This place looked really good on here so we thought we would give it a try. I got the strawberry milk tea with strawberry jellies... I did not like it it didn't even taste like strawberry. My daughter's strawberry smoothie was very good, I joked asking if I could trade her but she said no. I also got the strawberry Panna cotta which I guess Asian Panna cotta's are different? It was not like Panna cotta at all it actually tasted like banana it didn't taste like strawberry at all it just had a red gelatin on the top that had no flavor with a couple very sour strawberries on the top read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Strawberry milk tea, strawberry smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Today I had an awful experience here, I went to the store happy to try different boba. I bought some for myself and my girlfriend, I always made sure to tip. When it came to picking up the orders, I over heard the lady at the counter asking everyone if they want a bag and being friendly. But when it came to me she pushed the boba forward and said nothing. I might be reaching but every other customer was Asian and of course I'm not. I felt really mistreated, I wish they allowed us to tip afterwards because some establishments don't deserve it! Decent boba tho read more

This place is a disappointment. We ordered a Thai tea and a taro milk tea. Both taste artificial. My taro milk tea also did not come with the taro cubes pictured in their menu and when I asked they said they no longer offer it -- isn't that false advertisement? I drink milk tea often and the ones I ordered here are subpar compared to other milk tea places close by. I do not recommend this place. read more

I ordered the Oolong Milk Tea. It wasn't as aromatic as I was hoping it to be. Pop up Tea was quite a drive to get to and was a little underwhelming. I am glad I gave it a shot but I do feel like there are other boba shops that offer stronger teas. read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This place had been my favorite spot since highschool (over six years ago). I recently moved to LA and miss this boba so I get it every single time I visit back home. My favorite are their strawberry and mango milk teas! and their pandas waffles are amazing!! no other place has them like they do here read more

Arrived here on Wednesday morning right during opening hours at 11 AM for drinks for the family on a warm day! It's great to see how pop up has grown into a staple part of the South San Jose community. Part of the branham plaza so parking isn't too difficult. The ambience has been so improved to be aesthetic and instagrammable. Lovely decor with floral and somewhat cottage core. Since I arrived during their first hour, the honey boba was still cooking for another 30 minutes. Yet, I was the first customer and my order was taken care of by their only worker available. Turnaround time was about 8-10 minutes completed. I ordered 3 drinks: Strawberry Milk Tea, Mango Green Tea, and Peach Green Tea. My family was happy with the drinks since they were refreshing, semi sweet, and to their liking. Definitely a go to spot in South Bay for Boba! read more

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Classic Pearl Milk Tea Judgment: B- it's got that verde tea cafe pmt taste but slightly better in regards to the artificial-ness (verde pmt is light tea, not too creamy cream) I like verde tea cafe for what it's worth concisely, it's easy to drink and inoffensive solid pearls not filled to the top =:( no line/minimal wait at noontime interior has good vibes nice service unrelated but the pandan waffles are nice also unrelated but today is the last day for their buy (new on the menu) popcorn chicken, get any drink for free promo I think the popcorn chicken could use a lil more seasoning but it's otherwise fine this has no bearing on the rating for the record $6.35 + tax read more

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I'd leave 0/5 stars if possible. I'm not a regular at this boba shop, but I've visited several times--even before the recent remodel. Today, I stopped by shortly before closing to order an avocado smoothie. While waiting, I took a seat and noticed someone who appeared to be an employee come out from the back. She was dressed very casually, wearing legging shorts, a loose t-shirt, with messy hair and headphones on. She began preparing a drink, which I initially assumed was for herself, but I realized it was my order when she added milk, sweetener, and avocado. My partner noticed that some milk had spilled onto her hand during the process. What shocked me most was when she scooped a bit of the drink onto her hand and tasted it before sealing the cup. That was extremely unprofessional and unsanitary. I wouldn't expect anyone to lick their hand or taste a customer's drink before serving it. When I finally tried the drink, the boba was hard and unpleasant to chew, which only made the experience worse. I couldn't enjoy my order--I only took one sip before deciding to stop. Unfortunately, this visit completely changed my view of the shop, and I truly hope they improve their sanitation and professionalism moving forward read more

Pop Up Tea, Coffee & Snacks - Avocado Smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Always quick when I order in advance. One day I came in in a hurry, as I was leaving I dropped my bag of teas and they spilled everywhere, I went back in and the ladies replaced my order. They were so friendly and helpful. I always get the Vietnamese coffee, it's very strong and tasty. I highly recommend this place. Such a great vibe. It's my FAVORITE read more

This place is always changing the theme. Which is refreshing. I feel like I'm outside even though we're inside. Remember to collect stamps to work you're way up to a free drink. My go to drink is the yogurt strawberry yogurt smoothie. If you like th tart of Asian yogurt, than you'll Love this. read more

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When I came here recently, I was instantly greeted with boba and holiday vibes along with a tasty smell of Pandan waffles made in-house. Kudos to whoever decorated because it got me all into the holiday feels and spirit. I haven't been here in years since it wasn't always close by and convenient for me to get to but I was craving boba and was nearby after going on a Costco run. I ordered one of their top ten drinks, an Okinawa Milk tea with boba pearls, light ice, and 100% sugar. The drink was made pretty fast since I was the only customer in-line but there were some groups of people hanging out with drinks in tow. I liked the drink but thought it could've been slightly sweeter. Other than that, the price being close to $6 was a bit steep but I've come to accept that those are the prices for cups of joe and boba nowadays. I'll definitely be back here to get this drink but tweak the sweetness and actually hang out inside. read more

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Ordered the Thai milk tea with boba here. The Thai tea flavor was good but I found the boba a tad bit tough and not as chewy as I would like. Decent spot but def not on my top of the boba list for the Bay Area. read more