The boba here...so good...very chewy and soft. I've never had such well behaving balls in my mouth…read morein my whole life...service is good! I got to go so I didn't care about ambience but it felt safe and nice and not smelly while waiting! Got the oolong milk tea. It was okay, was more wowed by the boba but will try new drinks soon! Note: always get perfect sweet, light ice Ranked best to worst Best toppings Boba Taro paste Konjac Taro boba not as good as regular Best milk tea Cassia Black tea Green milk tea Oolong Bubble (normal black) milk tea High mountain Pouchang Best milk additives Cream (wow...) Milk Oat milk (cant taste the oat at all, i generally like oat) Mousse

Chicha San Chen is the super hyped bubble tea shop from Taiwan that's apparently won a bunch of tea…read morerelated accolades that I won't pretend to be remotely familiar with. Their ordering system is entirely via two kiosks, which can be annoying if the customers ahead are slow, ordering a bunch of drinks, or both. They really should have a policy for cashiers handling smaller orders (2-3 drinks or less) and forcing kiosks only for larger groups. The estimated wait times vary pretty wildly, so take their posted estimates with a grain of salt. It stated 15-20 minutes when I was there, but it took about 25 (and we were just the 2nd group in line, though there were clearly tons of queued orders already with people standing around or sitting waiting). When we finally got our drinks, the Classic Ding Dong Oolong Milk Tea and the Milk Tea with Taro Balls and Taro Paste, I was expecting really prominent tea flavor like you get from the best milk teas in Taiwan and HK, especially given their hand-brewing process for each cup (which partly explains why wait times balloon). Sadly, I got very little tea flavor from either drink. That said, the fresh taro paste and taro balls were very tasty, with the balls having fantastic QQ chewiness. Prices are a bit much though, at almost $10 for that drink alone. I honestly think they could cut costs on gimmicks like the rope carriers (cute for influencers, but pretty useless and likely jacks up the price for regular customers). One silver lining from the long wait is that we spilled over into a free tea tasting slot. Miranda was fantastic as our guide as she was super friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. She walked us through how their Lishan Oolong Tea (sold separately, not used for in-store drinks) is harvested and sun-baked into 5 different varietals, each with unique colors, aromas, and tastes (and following the sun both literally and figuratively in terms of names and descriptors). Overall, it's a fun experience if you enjoy that sort of thing (and your wait happens aligns with a tasting slot or you can always a reserve ahead of time as well), so 5 stars for Miranda and the tasting, but the actual milk teas were lacking and a disappointment given the hype, cost and wait.

If you're looking for a truly multitextured experience, HeyTea is the place for you…read more I ordered the triple matcha latte with coconut blocks. The drink took about 25-30 minutes to be prepared so don't come in a hurry!! I inserted the straw into the bottom of my cup and sucked. Nothing came out. I had to suck with more strength, due to the thick consistency of the drink. Finally, a gelatinous, slimy and sort of sweet substance came out of the tip of the straw. You do have to work for it due to the thickness of the drink, it's not liquidy. The actual matcha had a strong and smooth taste but to be honest was a little too concentrated which made it a bit astringent. This drink was truly a journey for the mouth. Usually a drink is about taste but this one was much more about tactility, or at least that's how it felt. Unfortunately the substance seemed to leave a strange metallic, unpleasant aftertaste that lasted for quite a while after finishing the drink. Texture: interesting taste:2.5 , it was new to me but i wouldn't have it again aftertaste : gross The next drink ordered was some sort of blue mango coconut concoction. Every menu item had a grandiose name so i'm not sure the exact one but it was a mango coconut slush. They white jelly substance was back and taking charge in the bottom of the drink. Along with the strange substance was a plethora of white tasteless balls. Not like traditional boba, but not bad. the flavor of the drink was good, a bit too coconuty for my liking but it was fine. The real problem was the radio of (balls + substance) : drink... way too high! i barley had any sips that had more drink then texture additives. The taste was good, but texture was off, and my stomach was not too happy after ingesting the whole thing in about 10 minutes.

I would recommend ordering online 30 minutes prior as there is always a line…read more The coconut mango boom is a very refreshing, but light drink to satisfy the sweet tooth Highly recommend

Met with a friend to get Asian inspired coffee and journal. This place was so welcoming that we…read morewound up having a great conversation and got a lot of journaling done! I got the flavored latter with pandan syrup! Pandan is one of my favorite Vietnamese flavors! So glad I found them.

Service was great! Loved the Pandam syrup (coconut and vanilla syrup not too sweet!) recommendation…read morefor our iced latte! Almond croissant was mediocre. Quite cafe area with a solid mix of working and socializing people. Cannot miss this spot, it's painted blue on the outside of the building.

What a cute little cafe! Visited for the first time on a Friday morning, and it wasn't bustling as…read moreothers have noted (could be due to not being the weekend?), so I was helped right away. Located in a rather dense part of Daly City, but with a little effort, you can find a spot to park. NOTE: There are meters on Mission Street that only take quarters! You order at the counter, then take a seat. Nice variety on the menu, both breakfast and lunch items (eggy thangs & goodness between bread). A couple of Latin items. A small choice of baked goods and a self-serve water station. Ordered "The Scrambled" w/ ham and cheddar, potatoes... no choice on toast, just straight unbuttered wheat, so you'll need to request butter if you want some. Also got a large latte which was delicious! Everything was brought to me, which was nice. Only saw one staffer up front (they weren't busy), and she was super friendly and upbeat. Can't believe I haven't been here before, but I will be back as I'd like to try the Baleada, which is egg, bean, and cheese in a tortilla... simple, but looks tasty. Also, prices were very reasonable! Go, go, GO!

Stumbled upon this neighborhood mom and pop cafe as I was finishing up some grocery shopping nearby…read morein the morning. You order and pay at the counter and they'll bring you your dish if you want to dine in. There is metered street parking at the front, but you can find residential parking on the side streets. The ambiance of the cafe was simple, warming and welcoming; a quiet and relaxing vibe. Service overall was great and dish came out decently fast. They cleaned up pretty quickly as well when a table was finished. I wanted something a bit light so I opted for: 1) American Omelette(6.5/10)(~$12) - A decent and light breakfast plate. The omelette was a thin egg omelette a bit of a departure from your usual diner fare. The ham wasn't diced either, it was just 1-2 deli sliced ham placed in between with your choice of cheese(provolone, cheddar or swiss). For sides, you can either get a salad or potatoes. I went with the potatoes and they were grilled really well and seasoned just right. It also came with a sliced wheat bread. It was an okay dish, but if you want something more filling, I would try something else. 2) Drip Coffee(Small)(7/10)($2.75) - Just your usual house coffee. Overall, taste was good without it being overly bitter. A adequate cup of coffee that will wake you up in the morning. Price was very reasonable as well. 3) Pupusas(5.5/10)($4.50) - I ordered a pupusa to go as I wanted to give it a try for lunch. It was an okay pupusa; I ordered the chorizo one....but couldn't really find it in the pupusa when I got home. Just refried beans. It was freshly made though since it took awhile to get it. The pupusas aren't on the menu in the cafe, but it is written on the board outside. It came with a bag of mild salsa and a bag veggies on the side. Overall, I've had better pupusas on the Mission and would skip this. A decent neighborhood spot to grab a quick bite if in the area!

I went to Dead Eye Coffee Bar and it was actually really good. I got the banana cream pudding latte…read moreand it did not disappoint at all. It was super smooth and had a really nice flavor, not too sweet but still really good. Then I tried some other drinks, like their taitiah latte, and it was honestly so good. like actually amazing. Definitely one of my favorites now. Overall, the drinks were really good and you can tell they care about what they make. I would definitely go back and try more stuff from their menu.

Came back for my second visit this past Saturday. After coming here about a month ago, I followed…read morethem on IG and saw that they now have banana cream. Of course, I had to try it. I ordered the Banana Cream Pie Latte with a double shot and almond milk. It was delicious. I loved everything about it. It was like having dessert with coffee, and I couldn't get enough of it. The banana cream was creamy and had the perfect amount of banana flavor. It wasn't overpowering, and it paired well with the coffee. I'm curious about the matcha now, so I'll have to try that next time.

One of my go-to coffee spots in the area. The espresso is consistently smooth, and you can really…read moretaste the quality--it's worth every penny. I'm here 3-4 times a week on my way to work, and it never disappoints. The space has a great vibe, but what really keeps me coming back is the team. The baristas are genuinely kind and welcoming--shoutout to Julia, Amy, Issa, and Caitlyn for always making my mornings better. If you're nearby, definitely stop in and try the Raw Honey Latte--it's perfectly balanced and not overly sweet.

Yummy coffee, yummy pastry, cute interior, plenty of seating, parking, all around great!…read more I tried the rose latte; a french eclair. My partner ordered honey lavender and a cheesecake slice. All were amazing! I saw many people working or having friend gatherings. The place thrives but isnt too loud and still has plenty of seating! Highly recommend for flavor AND atmosphere!

Cute little cafe with a kiosk self ordering system First…read moretime coming to try them out and both my friend and I ordered the banana latte and another drink. The banana latte was absolutely AMAZING. I'm sure they use real bananas when making the milk that goes into it. It was delicious and worth a second trip! I ordered the cocomango (I think that's what it was called) and brought it home to enjoy later. Of course... amazing as well I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area to come visit.

Being a campus type of business that caters to mainly college students, the boba was decent. Not…read morethe best but not the worst. I like how transparent they are when it comes to how many grams of matcha is used per drink. Lots of seating and parking can be hit or miss. service was really great and interior settings was dark but pleasant.

My first review for 2026 goes to Kanom. This is a new dessert place that replaced Simple One…read moredessert. Kanom is more of a Thai style dessert cafe that specializes in drinks and snacks. They have hot and cold drinks as well as set me menus that include desserts. I ordered a hot Thai tea with their Thai coconut pancake with corn and their Thai crispy pancakes. The Thai crispy pancakes was very fragrant and the filling was wrapped in a sweet thin like taco shell. One pancake was actually pretty filling already. I feel kids will love this . There was something very florally about this pancake and I tried it ask them what it was but I think girl at the front had to ask their manager. The Thai coconut pancakes with corn js my favorite. I Love corn ! I loved how there was lot of corn in each of the pancakes. The coconut flavor was good and not too strong. My Thai tea was good as well, and surprisingly not too sweet. The next time I come , I'll get the shaved ice and try one of their cold drinks.

Writing this so I hope the owners see. I just came back from a trip to Bangkok and was excited for…read morethis new Thai dessert spot. I think it's still quite new so they're developing the space which the interior is quite bare but has a lot of potential. Feels like a restaurant layout but I wish it was more chill like a lounge/cafe. Unfortunately there aren't many outlets and worker said no wifi, if there was I would totally come to work here. Items on the menu were okay but maybe my standard is high from just being in Thailand lol. They could really hone in on the Thai experience (asam tea and kanom krok etc) to differentiate from the boba/matcha places. I like you can adjust the sweet level. Anyways okay place, would come back if they improved the area to chill/work and I'd be willing to try the other items! Please give fast wifi!!

After seeing Excelsior at the Coffee Fest 2025, my wife wanted to drop by here to try their coffee…read moreagain. It didn't disappoint. Shop is on the smaller side, but does have some minimal seating (one large table and a few bar seats). Pastries, tea and coffee, all available, and a bathroom in the back. Great for grab and go. Not great if you're hoping to sit and chat. Service was fast and efficient. Coffee was hot and delicious. My wife enjoyed her horchata latte. I got the hot chocolate and it was also surprisingly good for a non-coffee option with latte art on the hot chocolate and nice foam top. Their everything croissant was especially delicious, with flaky layers of pastry and a small dab of herbed cream cheese hidden in the center. Coffee Fest beans were available too in their merch section if you missed grabbing some there!

Place gone down hill. Staff has serious attitude issues. Not once they have any cups others than…read moresmall size. When asked they get annoyed. This place won't last and they deserve it with the staff they hire.

REALLY GOOD MATCHA OMG. They are definitely super busy on weekends though so we ordered it for pick…read moreup before arriving. We got an osmanthus matcha latte and an earl grey matcha latte, both with oat milk and 50% sweet. Their drinks are on the sweeter side so 50% was perfect. The matcha flavor was so strong and it complemented the earl grey/osmanthus flavor really well. I want to go back to try the other drinks because they all look so cute!! Ratings Earl grey matcha latte: 5/5 Osmanthus matcha latte: 4.5/5

Wooow these drinks are tasty! And dangerous... to my wallet…read more We got the Black Sesame Hojicha Einspanner, and the Black Sesame Coffee Einspanner. Both were soooo good, we couldn't pick a favorite. I can't wait to try the other types of drinks. It was hard to just pick two.