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    3.9 (8 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Mango green kittea and strawberry fizzy with lychee
    Wanda L.

    Cute cat-themed boba shop with a cozy vibe and super friendly staff. The drinks were fresh, the boba was great, and the cat-inspired menu is such a fun touch. Some people seem oddly focused on whether AI was used for menu design, but honestly, why does that matter? The entire world uses AI in some form now. What matters is the drinks, the service, and the experience and this place delivered. Definitely coming back.

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    Victoria M.

    I recently tried Purl Tea and had a great experience! The drinks were fresh, flavorful, and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The staff was friendly and helped me pick something I ended up loving. The shop itself has a clean, cozy vibe--perfect for a quick stop or to hang out for a bit. I'll definitely be coming back to try more from their menu!

    drink colors not pleasant looking but they taste good.
    Lane J.

    they just opened about a month ago according to the not welcoming staff. i wish they were a little friendlier. the plus is that they are open late and my son liked his drink. boba tasted good and the parking and inside was nice and clean. i guess i will back, hope the service gets better.

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