Overview: nostalgic, my favorite boba place that offers mini boba!, delicious and fresh food /snacks too ---- I used to come here all the time back in high school when it was located across the street in front of the bus stop next to the martial art place. I'm so glad that they are still open and running. They have happy hour from 6-8pm with discounted drinks and food which is great for the high schoolers in the area and to just hang out there too! I LOVE mini boba, so much more than the regular sized boba balls and T4 is one of the only places I know that still have the option to add it. I got my favorite Wintermelon Milk Tea for $6.35 ($5.75 for reg size + $0.60 for mini boba topping) and it was just like I remembered it. Sweet, creamy, chewy, and refreshing. I also got the Popcorn Chicken $7.75 which they offer sauces like ranch and sweet chili (there are more options but I forgot). It came out piping hot and the chicken was still tender and juicy, also had crispy basil on top. The girls working were so sweet too! You can either order directly from them or through their small kiosk iPad on their counter. There's plenty of seating but parking is always an issue. We had just come from playing at SubPar Mini Golf so we left our car over there and just walked a few minutes. ---- Overall: a classic boba institution that I'm so happy still operates, fresh food and drinks that tastes the same as I've had them years ago! I can't wait to be back when I'm visiting Alameda again! read more

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Milk tea with 0% sugar and boba was good. Boba was perfect texture and chew. Avocado smoothie was a bit watery for our liking. Would have loved more thickness! read more

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Great place! Service is fast, flavors are on point, and there's always something new to try. Perfect for a quick boba fix.

Date: 5/30/2025 Time: 11:57 AM 68° Sunny I decided to stop here for lunch. First time, and it took me a while to decide exactly what I would have for lunch. It was either an everything bagel, cream cheese spread and a beverage at Starbucks or T4 Alameda. I chose the latter over the former. Wow! Nice selection of flavored teas, milk teas, smoothies, milkshakes, snacks and assortment of toppings. Also, they have three new items - chicken katsu bowl, chicken katsu sandwich, popcorn chicken rice bowl (price range $8.75 to $9.25). Eats: Chicken katsu rice bowl with a side of pickled radish. Beverage: lychee green tea with lychee jelly. (4 star) Chicken katsu has a crispy outer texture, yet moist and tasty. Lychee green tea is on point, refreshing with bits of lychee jelly. Service is quick and employee is friendly helpful. Seating capacity: about 20 people. Ambiance: casual and comfy. Three menu board mounted on wall. Lighting is perfect. Lunch counter has five chairs facing Park Street. Lunch: $17.44 (tax included). I must admit choosing T4 over Starbucks is better. Glad I made the right choice. Future visits: yes. Eager to try the avocado milkshake and a snack. read more

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T4 replaces Pho Sinh with totally new decor of dark blue, wood, vanilla, beige walls & some twinkling lites at the front. Decor limited to lit menus on right wall. Seating in front and along left wall. Order at counter. Ready in 5ish minutes. Offerings: snacks, milk tea, flavored tea, smoothies & milkshakes, toppings, taiwan classic desserts, Salted cream cheese top... Sips: Earl Grey Tea w/cream cheese top (L. 6.25) -no ice, no sugar. Drank with small straw. Didn't shake per suggestion when asked. -tea semi robust flavor, cream cheese slightly sweet. -should have drank thru slit sans straw ala Happy Lemon style. Combined cheese & tea probably 5 stars. 4.5 stars instead. *drinks have improved in quality. Snacks still ok. read more

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Wow, I'm actually really happy this T4 is here in Alameda. Having come from the South/East Bay with plentiful of good quality boba, this T4 does not disappoint. They have a variety of snacks and drinks, including egg puffs and coffee jelly (some T4s in South Bay do not have either). Normally I would get the earl grey milk tea, but I wasn't feeling that after dinner and decided to get the earl great black tea with coffee jelly instead, along with chocolate egg puffs. Both were great - especially how the black tea did not have any sediments and was clear, unlike some boba places could have it and it makes the tea have a horrid aftertaste. They also have a daily Happy Hour promotion of 20% off snacks. Will definitely come again! read more

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T4 always comes through for party trays of snack items! We ordered small party trays of popcorn chicken, half fries/tater tots, and shrimp egg rolls. Food was seasoned just right and crispy. I think the egg rolls have to be cooked a little longer as the inside was a little doughy. Wish there was a little more meat inside the spring rolls though they were still tasty. Everything was a hit at our end of season little league baseball parties and the first food items to be devoured. Service was stellar and the staff were really nice. I was delayed coming to pick up the order and staff offered to reheat the trays for me. We've catered drinks in the past as well and guests loved those too. I can't wait to order party trays in the future. Next time I'll have to take pics of the food before guests dig in! Thanks T4 staff! read more

Welcome back! Quality/Quantity - You were one of my daughter's favorite boba places. Usually a 5 star experience. But today, my daughter's boba was firm/hard as if they were old...? But the other drink's boba was good?!?! Was this from the same batch? The flavors of the drinks were good. Atmosphere - Small location. I think it is better than the previous location. At least you are not behind a huge column/pole now. Metered street parking. A few tables inside for eating and drinking. I believe a unisex bathroom...? I did not check, sorry. But I did notice a line for the bathroom. Service - Self service iPad. Then they call your # or name to pick up at the counter. Happy hour available from 6-8pm, but not worth the drive back to save $2. Price - $13, sorry iPad receipts are email only and my wife paid so I can not give you the drink descriptions, name, etc. Owner Comment - Again, welcome back. Congrats on your opening since 11/2/24. I am sure we will be regular customers again. read more

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Was my go to spot for milk tea in Alameda for awhile. The last 2 times I went this week, the drinks were awful. This lady that works by herself on Thursday at 12 makes really bad drinks. I had her both times and she heavy loads the sugar even at 30%. I asked her to remake the drink first time, but I'm basically paying 7 dollar worth of ice water. I just went today and ordered a different drink, and I did not bother asking for a remake. Loaded sugar and 0 tea flavor. The worst. I'm not coming back. Both drinks were milk tea. Replying back to the manager: it's the barista that's the problem. Other employees have made the drinks perfectly fine. read more

Well, well, well. T4, now that is a name I have not heard in a long time. The last I ever saw of this was early-mid pandemic when it seemed to be struggling. Then the store front went dark and bordered up during the dark times. Lo and behold! Literally just across the street from its original location on Park, it's now re-emerged. Slightly smaller than before but perhaps more manageable this time of the kids do not destroy place like before. So I had to go in and try out what most frequently ordered item from them. Popcorn chicken. It's been many years so I only have a faint memory of how it use to be. But I'd say it's still fairly decent. Hot, crunchy breading and solid seasoning. And just like before they keep the salt n pepper & chili powder shakers at the side to use at your pleasure. A solid snack that I will likely rely upon again. The day I came was a bit early and cold so I wasn't in the mood for a cold frosty smoothie. But the person assured me they still had my ole fav. I think it was called red bean matcha smoothie. I couldn't actually see that name on the board. But I'll be back to test it out later when it's warmer! Stay tuned... read more

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Soft opening today. I love the popcorn chicken, it was perfectly fried and seasoned. I got my usual milk tea with grass jelly, I really like the silky and smooth grass jelly. I also got the red bean smoothie with boba for the kids, they loved it. The shop is bright and inviting. Servers and baristas were friendly. read more

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I've been going to T4 ever since they opened a store in Chinatown. When they opened one in Alameda, I was ecstatic - and then it burned down. After this finally opened this location for years, I was extremely excited to come back. All T4's are very consistent in their drinks, and their seasoning on their popcorn chicken and calamari are incomparable to any other boba shops. The service is usually quick, and they have a stamp card reward system which is also nice if you come here often. There are a variety of drinks and toppings to try -- my go to is a roasted oolong milk tea with grass jelly. There are times when I venture off and my drink isn't as good, but you get what you pay for! T4 is one of the cheaper boba spots compared to many others, and it always feel nostalgic to go back. There is street metered parking in front and around the area. read more

Best boba spot in Alameda. The strawberry milkshake was one of the best I've ever had. Waffle was super good and not too sweet. Milk tea was also really good. If you're around the area please go to T4 Alameda. read more

T4 Alameda - Best boba spot in Alameda. The strawberry milkshake was one of the best I've ever had. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

T4 in Alameda is back! I wasn't too hungry so I just got popcorn chicken without any drinks but it was delicious. Perfectly moist, juicy, and crispy on the outside. The seasoning on it was spot on too. I used the self-order iPad to order so I can't speak much on the service but the interior of the place is modern and relatively spacious. read more

Out of the neighboring three businesses that also sell Boba on Park St, this location without question sells the best bubble milk tea. My party came at a dead time, but I've also been to other businesses before that did not give us our order for quite a while even when there was nobody else around. The staff here was lightning fast and also very attentive to members of my party. Some of them brought in outside food and while staff had every right to tell us they could not consume it within their business, they were more than generous and provided eating utensils for their meals. I am not sure if that is a norm here, but I did appreciate their consideration and allowing that to occur. I also appreciated how the energy in the business felt. In comparison to others, what I appreciated was at the staff was very engaging with their customers which allowed for a very welcoming environment for patrons. All of us enjoyed our drinks, and I know the next time we're in the area and search of Boba. This will be our only stop. 4/5. read more

T4 Alameda - 28. Peppermint Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

I'll let the pictures speak for itself. These photos were taken less than five minutes after driving off . I was looking forward to a late night treat. But got met with disappointment. :( this is not how a pandan waffle is suppose to look like. It looked balled up, and had no shape. Looks undercook as well. Always check quality before leaving establishment. read more

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Me and my bf were a bit hungry and Was craving a snack so we stopped by at t4. On the wall the pictures of the calamari rings looked good so my bf suggested we order it. After ordering it we were disappointed bc there was only 8 small pieces of calamari & we paid almost 10$ ): def not good to share between us. ( it looks bigger in my photo but it's actually not that big and filled less than half the box) I wasn't sure if that was the usual quantity so I just asked one of the male employee who looked like the manager and asked if they sell by the piece & I think he said it is usually sold by the number of pieces but he gladly just offered us a second batch. Really appreciated it. So 4 stars for him. Hopefully they can clarify there's only 8 pieces on the wall or menu so ppl won't be disappointed when they order it. If you're hungry I suggest ordering the popcorn chicken as a better snack and enough to share!! read more

T4 Alameda - Only came with 8 pieces for almost 10$ so if ur hungry I suggest getting a different snack! - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

The service was not great. We walked in the door and up to the cashier at about 7:59pm last night.. we know bc we checked our phone when we saw the happy hour sign. (Never been here before, just randomly decided to try it) The unhappy girl with attitude asked us for our order, while giving us the total we asked "oh did we not make it to happy hour?" No answer, didn't even look at us. Maybe we didn't, which is fine but completely ignoring us was rude. But whatever, what do I expect from a boba shop? Anyway, we just wanted a snack and some milk tea. The milk tea was okay, I would probably get the milk tea again. But the food, I don't think I would get it again. We ordered the lobster balls and popcorn chicken. Pretty sure it gave us some type of stomach bug/food poisoning. We've been sick all day - I had mainly the lobster balls and a few pieces of the popcorn chicken. My fiancé had most of the popcorn chicken and he's way sicker than me. Whole ride home eating it, he kept questioning if it was cooked all the way. Maybe it was an off night? read more

I come here often and I'm always meet with great service and amazing food. The boba is soft and chewy and the popcorn chicken is hot, crunchy, with decent portions. I recommend coming here during happy hour. Overall this place is great read more

T4 Alameda - S1. Basil Popcorn Chicken - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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Yay T4 is back on Park st! I like this place :) their popcorn chicken is goood, so much meat!! (sometimes other places the chicken is all breading). And the workers are always friendly! There is also plenty of seating, unlike some other boba shops in alameda.. anyways I love u t4 read more

T4 Alameda - S1. Basil Popcorn Chicken - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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Went here for the soft opening and the experience was great. Boba is not over cooked, my taro milk tea and basil popcorn chicken was bomb read more

T4 Alameda - Taro milk tea and popcorn chicken. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Amazing food and service! The food was so damn good I want to live there. Very lively and fun to just be in. (Not biased.) go here! or you will see me at your house tomorrow read more

T4 Alameda - Popcorn chicken very yum - Bubble Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

I love the popcorn chicken here, it's my favorite order. And olong milk tea with bona

Not too happy with the service here. I was standing in line to order a drink and I understand how the line system works you wait your turn for the person to be done then move forward so on and so on however for some reason the cashier ignored or pass me, but he called up the people that were behind me to place the order first I thought this was ridiculous. read more

Drinks were great and location in Alameda is safe to park. Service was fast and we got to stay late. Place is not too big but was enough for catching up. read more

Had to make an account for this because the store is so good. The worker with a beanie and all black outfit is super cute, drop the number ( ° °)i give it a 5 because his service was EXTRAordinary out of this world. good drink too, especially the milk tea boba so bomb.com read more

Yay, they're finally open again. T4 is my go to bc their boba is the perfect consistency of sweet & chewy. And I enjoy the fresh grass jelly (as opposed to the canned grass jelly at other locations) The remodel and atmosphere is really nice and modern with seating options. Great, quick service. read more

I was happy to see T4 had returned to a location just across the street from the old location. I didn't know why the first one closed, but I'm happy they're back! It's my favorite go-to boba shop. My favorite is the Lychee smoothie with 30% sweetness.. read more

one of the workers look like they could be my twin very supa dupa yummilicious food and i like the avocado smoothie read more

I always come around an hour before closing and there's often no boba but i got boba today and it was hard. To clarify, some were extremely hard while others were extremely soft. read more

Drinks and Food make you want to keep coming back for more. Service is very fast and pleasant. The place has a very inviting atmosphere. Very friendly. read more

This place had one of the best popcorn chickens I've ever eaten from a boba place. Well seasoned and very tender! It is brightly lit, and there are lots of tables which is refreshing since so many places have ditched their seating entirely. Workers are also very friendly and welcoming read more