Tea Era

The best Molly Tea in the Bay Area. I know they are all Molly Tea, but having tried different…read morelocations, this one has consistently delivered perfect drinks each time. Of their drinks on the menu, white champaca, white champaca oolong, dancong, white champaca matcha are the top drinks I cycle through. Although they recommend 70%, I actually prefer 30% sweetness, less ice. Truly brings out the tea flavor. This location had a new drink Camellia during the LNY. However, I have not seen it on the menu since March. Hopefully they'll bring it back. They now have order online via their website (chowbus), and I recently learned that they have an app. This makes ordering drinks at this location easy since it is located in corner strip mall with minimal parking.

Tried the famous Molly tea!…read more I loved their seasonal jasmine apple tea with sago was delicious

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Heytea

4.3(287 reviews)

Came to this location because both the cupertino and san jose locations ran out of the world cup…read moremagnets on monday afternoon. Line wasn't too long tbh, but it took an hour to order and get drinks in total. We were so lucky to get the USA and secret edition magnets (the ones I really wanted!). I got the mango grapefruit boom and I loved the mango and grapefruit. I wish you could do no coconut. Beautiful interior with a good amount of seating :)

I regularly order the Kale Boost Tea because I consider it a healthy and refreshing choice. I've…read morepurchased it many times from this Sunnyvale location, and in the past, it was always fresh and had a nice green color. However, during my last few visits, I noticed that the drink had started turning yellow instead of green, and the taste clearly seemed less fresh. Today I ordered it again, it was turning yellow and tasted not fresh, It makes me wonder if it was prepared in the morning and left sitting until around 3 PM. I hope the manager can pay more attention to freshness and preparation times, because this used to be one of my favorite healthy drinks. I would really appreciate it if they could maintain the same fresh quality as before.

Strawberry Boom ($7.49) + Cheese Cloud Green Tea ($5.49)

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Mango coconut

Alma Dessert

4.2(141 reviews)

I purchased a Mango Green Tea with crystal boba. At 0% sweet it was still pretty sweet, so I'm glad…read moreI got 0 sugar. The tea flavor was bold, and the crystal boba topping was generous. I was surprised to see a scripture reference on the seal. As for the tiramisu, I tried the classic as well as the mango tiramisu. I wished the mango had two layers of ladyfingers (the spongy part) like the classic did; instead, the whipped cream was 2/3 of the layers instead of 2/3 being ladyfingers. The classic was great though, no complaints. I'm curious to try other flavors next. Service was quick as there was no line. There is one small table outside for seating.

I've passed by Alma dessert a couple of times and always wanted to grab a little treat…read more I went in and quickly ordered the Classic Tiramisu and the Matcha Tiramisu and I would most definitely come back again to try the others. They both weren't too sweet and were so decadent, it's a great little snack to get whenever you need a pick me up. The portion sizes were perfect too! Would recommend!

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Tong Sui

4.5(943 reviews)

4.0 mi

•$$$

I absolutely love this place! A friend recommended the Earth Coconut Summer Drink, and I ordered it…read moreless sweetened with cream on top. It was amazing--perfectly coconutty, not too sweet, and the jelly inside adds great texture. It's an incredible non-dairy option! Staff is incredibly nice and friendly. They specialize in organic, low-calorie coconut puddings and refreshing drinks, and their menu is huge, so there is truly something for everyone. A few quick highlights: Price: Around $9-$12 Perks: They offer samples so you can try before you buy! Amenities: Restroom available, plus great indoor and outdoor seating. Parking: Located in a busy Sunnyvale area, but there is quite a big parking lot around the building. If you want a guilt-free, fresh indulgence, you have to check this spot out. Highly recommend!

Ordered online through their site, customization was easy and descriptions were detailed. Text…read moremessaging was great, it notified me when our drinks were ready to pickup. The order was ready 10 minutes earlier than scheduled. Located in Arques Plaza, next to Metro Burger and Subway, Tong Sui sits prominent. The parking spaces closest to Tong Sui is ample. The pick up area and register is visible immediately upon entering. The cashier shared a friendly, warm smile and assisted with my pickup order immediately. The line upon entering had about ten people waiting to order around 6:30PM on a Saturday. Our order consisted of: 1 - Peach & Lychee Cheezo ($9.95) with honey boba ($1) 1 - Black Sesame Hojicha Latte (8.50) with honey boba ($1) 2 - Osmanthus Oolong Tea Latte ($5.95) with honey boba ($1) 1 - Mango Sticky Rice Coconut Pudding ($10.95) Verdicts: Osmanthus Oolong Tea Latte - very nutty and earthy flavor profile, at regular sweet I feel like it's too sweet but it was purchased for my daughter and husband. My daughter is not a fan even though she liked this tea at a different shop with the same selection options. I like it, Even with the prominent profile, the flavors are true to its name, well balanced and complex. If you are not into a strong earthy flavor, this is not for you - I personally enjoy it. Peach & Lychee Cheezo - this is the drink that sold me on trying Tong Sui. Blended peach skin on with Cheezo foam I have never had at regular sweet is not sweet. Think drinking a ripe piece of fruity, juicy and oh so satisfying. That is this drink. My daughter enjoyed it so much it is now hers. I at least got two sips. This is definitely a fan favorite because my husband wished he had chosen this one. Black Sesame Hojicha Latte - Hojicha is one of my favorite teas, never had it paired with black sesame and definitely never had peanuts added. This flavor profile intrigued me so much so I had to try it. At less sweet it is still slightly sweet and still perfection. The peanuts give it a nutty flavor profile with the roasted green tea and black sesame adding an additional nutty, smoky, earthiness. I love! The drink is creamy, rich, nutty and perfect. Think a luscious blended black sesame shake, so good! Mango Sticky Rice Coconut Pudding - served as my breakfast this morning. Kept refrigerated, it was perfect the next day. The mango tastes fresh, bright and sweet. The puddling was creamy, thick, coconut forward and light. The sticky rice complimented and balanced out the other two ingredients, making it the perfect bite. Whether I was eating the mango solo, the pudding with the mango or all three at once, each bite was truly satisfying. It was very filling. Would I return, most definitely when I am back in the area. Wish the other locations were closer to where I frequent. Other locations include Campbell, Milpitas, Palo Alto, Valley Fair and Redwood City.

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Ktea Cafe

3.9(384 reviews)

This was my first time trying their popular Jianbing (eggy crepe burrito). I chose the pork belly…read moreoption $16.95 and added a passionfruit iced tea ($3 more) to make it a combo. This spot is a takeaway counter only and shares the space and kitchen with Mayan Kitchen. You order at one of the electronic touchscreen screens and wait for your order. There's a rewards membership program here with Toasttab too. My review of the pork belly jianbing: Very flavorful and filling. The pork was sliced in thin slivers and marinated in a sweet and savory sauce. There were crispy wonton skins and cilantro in the filling too. The crepe wrapper itself had a chewy and pliant mouthfeel. Passionfruit tea that came with the combo was a bit sweeter than I'd prefer, especially since the pork belly marinade was already sweet. But the iced tea was refreshing on a warm sunny afternoon. I would come back to try other filling options for their jianbing when I'm in the area. Current price in August 2026 for Jianbing is $16.95, add an iced tea for $3 more.

Good lunch spot, the staff was super friendly and our order came out fast. My boyfriend enjoyed the…read morepork belly jianbing a lot. I thought my classic jianbing was salty, I would remove the spicy sauce next time. Thai tea was refreshing and did a good job of keeping me up that night, haha. It seems like they are the same business as Mayan Kitchen, which took over their old storefront. Unfortunately, the new Ktea Cafe storefront faces the packing lot and is next to where other businesses dump their trash. Not a pleasant walk over if you are coming from the other side of Murphy.

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Pork Belly Jianbing

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Shu Shia

4.3(292 reviews)

5.9 mi

I want to believe this is a healthier alternative to milk tea! They also have regular milk teas but…read moretheir avocado smoothies seem to be the popular choice. I've tried a few of their avocado drinks, and I have to say, they're super addictive. The Avocado Chia and Super Avocado were both delicious, reminding me of a creamy, sweet avocado yogurt smoothie. The oat popping boba is a nice alternative to regular boba and adds a great texture to the drink. I say it's a must add to your drink, trust me you won't regret it. I'd skip the Strawberry Dafuqin, though. It reminded me of strawberry milk with a bunch of toppings, and I didn't get much of the oolong tea flavor. My only complaints are the wait time and parking. They get tons of online orders, so drinks can take a while to prepare. Plan accordingly if you're stopping by! The plaza is also small, so parking can be a challenge. There are about 5-6 tables for dine-in, and you order through a kiosk, so there isn't much to say about the service. Overall, I hope they open another location closer to or in San Francisco!

Shu Shia is an up and coming tea and smoothie shop that's known for their variety of flavors and…read moreoptions. Given their notoriety for fruit drinks, I went for one of their grape smoothies with jelly for a topping. They don't offer traditional boba here but other similar toppings are available. The smoothie I had was very good I must say. I could taste the fresh fruits blended with just a hint of sweetness. None of it felt overpowering and was really refreshing for a hot day. We did have to wait maybe 15 minutes for our drinks due to so many online orders but I've had worse wait times. The parking lot is small but we were lucky to find a spot rather quickly when we went on an early weekday evening.

Signature Avocado Smoothie with Chia Seed

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Sunright Tea Studio - Sunnyvale

4.3(803 reviews)

4.2 mi

For me, Sunright Tea Studio is a staple boba shop. The drinks are always consistent and tasty, I…read morehaven't been disappointed with anything that I've gotten. This Sunnyvale store is my default location since I've moved to the Bay Area. They're located in a plaza with some tight parking spots, but parking is never too hard to find. My go-to drink is the Ceylon Milk Tea and if I want boba, I'll go with the Panda Milk Tea. I usually go for 50% sweetness, but I've noticed the drinks here are a bit on the sweeter side, so I'll go for 25%. I order on Toast for the convenience of having the drink ready once I come in for pick up and they also have a rewards program.

The pudding boba milk is my favorite drink to get here. It is much sweeter if you order it with…read morehouse milk instead of fresh milk. I like how they have an option for "less boba" for some drinks. My boyfriend doesn't love boba as much as I do, but he loves to get the mango smoothie (remove jasmine jelly) here. They have two kiosks to order drinks, so staff interaction is minimal. They work super fast, I never have to wait more than five minutes for my drink. It's usually done in a minute or two! Plenty of parking in this plaza, so a it's a convenient location overall if you are craving milk tea and smoothies.

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Sunright Tea Studio - inside

Ume Tea

4.3(424 reviews)

0.1 mi

I have been to this place 3 times this month just because its one of the perfect refreshments for…read morethe summer. I love this place and it's really cute. Am in-love with their peach drinks and whats amazing is the fresh pits of peach in their drinks is so delicious. I just wish they take more care of the cleanliness of the place. If u sign up for points you will also get reminders of freebies every month.

Such a cute little spot for bubble tea in Castro street Mountain View downtown!…read more Loved the vibe and the decor They have merch for purchase as well. They do have outside seating in the street and the entire street is blocked for traffic ... so it's amazing vibe! I got the chicken popcorn and the standard bubble tea with mango boba and was delicious

I'm excited about the new napkins!

Uji Strawberry Matcha Latte with Ice Cream

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MoonTea

4.1(242 reviews)

2.6 mi

I stopped by for takeout. They have a wide variety of drinks…read moremade with different types of tea leaves, so I'd say this place is great not just for boba lovers, but also for people who genuinely enjoy tea. The food menu was also more extensive than I expected, making it a good spot if you're a little hungry too! Xiangxi Hot and Sour Rice Noodles You can choose the spice and sourness level, so I went with extra sour. I thought it would be small since it's listed as a side dish, but the portion was big lol. The peanuts added a really nice crunchy texture too! Changsha Stinky Tofu It was my first time trying stinky tofu, and wow...the smell was definitely strong and the flavor was super unique. I think it's one of those foods people either love or hate, but it's definitely worth trying at least once for the experience!

Popular spot in Sunnyvale. looks like everyone knows about it, since it was pretty crowded on a…read moreweekend. First thing I noticed was the smell - their teas have a really nice fragrance. Lychee milk tea and peach oolong milk tea were both good. Sweetness and ice level are adjustable, which I always appreciate. Small detail but I loved their cups ,floral patterns, nice touch. Service was fast despite the crowd. They also have several food options on the menu. Didn't get a chance to try them this time but I'll be back for that.Worth checking out if you're in the area.

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Osmanthus Milk Tea (with whipped cream and pecans)

Teazzi Tea Shop

4.1(289 reviews)

I got the Sea Salt Melon Mist , which I believe is a seasonal item. It's a honeydew oolong tea with…read moresea salt cream on top. It was the perfect sweetness, very subtle and reminiscent of biting into a juicy honeydew. The flavor wasn't overpowering or fake. It really captures the perfect taste of tea and honeydew. You order via self kiosk and the drink got to me within 5 minutes. There are a few tables inside too if you wish to dine in and enjoy your boba. There are also a few food options that I want to try the next time around. Parking was pretty accessible imo. There's a big parking garage by Target or other available parking spots around the shopping plaza. I wish this place wasn't so far from me, but I will be back when I'm in the area!!

This spot was a lil disappointing. The tea was mild in flavor and was pretty drowned out by the…read moremilk. If you have a milk tea option I'd hope the brew is good/strong or the ratio is sorted out so the flavor of the tea can still come through. Pretty meh for the amber oolong milk tea unfortunately. Almost $7 for an iced milky drink. It was really mild and nonexistent. For taste it certainly wasn't worth it. The crispy mochi waffle was alright I guess. Chewy inside. They ran out of their dips so I had it plain. Ok waffle snack but I don't think I'd get it again lol.

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Grace K.

Elite 18

1728

1116

1046

18 years ago

[edit] so because I edited my Verde review, I thought I might as well edit this one too. I said that this place is better than Verde, but 09 is a new year for new and updated things! Now I definitely think Verde is better, but this place still is good. And yes I did give it 4 stars just like I gave Verde 4. I wanted to give this place 3.5 stars, but I thought I'd be generous with the star giving since I'm in such a good mood :P The boba is decent, probably #2 for me - and the tea isn't that bad either. My favorite is the hot almond milk tea. I suggest you try this one admist the MANY MANY choices you have. Also, just like Verde, this place is even WORSE with seating. I think there really is only enough for 6 people (or maybe even less) haha. . .you definitely gotta get your boba on the run :) BTW, I don't think they take credit card, but if I'm wrong, my bad! [Aug '08 review]Yes, I'm a fan! Not a 5-star fan yet, but definitely a fan! It's better than Verde for various reasons - Although there's almost no seating inside, it's not cramped when you're standing in line. The owner is super nice and he always has a smile on his face. They have TONS of flavors and out of the couple I've tried - I like them all! The boba tastes a lot better and the texture is better too. Also, it doesn't taste powdery - it definitely goes down smoothly and the tea really does taste better. read more

D M.

14 years ago

So Tea Era is definitely my favorite boba/bubble tea place in MV. It really is a fair amount better than Verde Tea and IMHO blows TapEx (Tapioca Express) out of the water. Though it does have a pretty small seating area and is inconvenient in that they only accept cash, it still has my business due to taste. At some boba places the drinks are a bit too watery or (god forbid) even sometimes gritty from the powders they use to make the drinks. I'm not sure if Tea Era uses different ingredients, but they at least do a much better job of mixing the drinks. Some nice touches: * if your drink comes out a bit below the brim of the cup, they normally go back and make you a little bit more... they seem to do all they can to get you right to the top * great selection of flavors (milk teas, non-milk teas, smoothies, etc.) and good selection of tapioca (black pearls, various colored cubes and pearls) My overall recommendation: * Taro Milk Tea with Black Pearls... so creamy... tastes a bit like cake batter to me. I guess you can't beat a classic :) read more

Jessica T.

545

12 years ago

A close second for me to the Fantasia in Cupertino. I adore anything with taro so I was ecstatic to find another tea shop besides Fantasia that served taro balls! The Tea Era taro spheres are rather different from Fantasias. You can just get them in a cold drink and they are considerably smaller and have a smoother texture than the fantasia taro balls. I asked the Tea Era workers why I could not get them in a hot drink and was told they would melt:(. My go to beverage is the roasted barley milk tea (big) with taro balls and no ice. Taro balls are only so much better although their regular boba is great. After that, it was taro overkill. I figure I'm not as much of an actual taro fanatic as an I first thought. The line can get long here but it's worth the wait! You can add if you do not understand that to order they have a list of the popular drinks on the board and distinct toppings. Be sure to bring cash, and remember to get your loyalty card stamped each time! read more

Venessa C.

121

12 years ago

Coming to Tea Era was my last attempt to enjoy boba since I had tried it and had been extremely disappointed by it. Do I believe that I will crave this? No. Yet, I now can value it. The tea is absolutely delicious. It was a bit daunting coming into this place because the menus are largely not in english and I was very perplexed walking in. Yet, I told the woman behind the counter I had never been there before and I inquired what she implied I get and she promptly said the roasted barley milk so I figured, why not? I thought the way they make the tea was really cool. They've this machine that places a seal in addition to it and shakes it that you break through with your straw. The woman even inquired after I tried it if I enjoyed it which showed that she cared about my experience. That was a fine touch. In general, I definitely would come back. I would suggest giving this place a try in the event that you're not a lover of boba. read more

Harry C.

112

12 years ago

The wife wanted an avocado smoothy, so I headed over to Tea Era. I asked for a whole avocado (they usually only use 1/2) and the manager was very accommodating. After leaving I noticed that there wasn't any boba in my drink. I made a quick U turn and let the girl know what had happened. The girl at the registered (she was wearing a blue addida's jacket and spoke w/ a very strong mainland china accent) was extremely rude. She stared at me like some evil witch, then snapped 'you didn't tell me you wanted pearl! you need to pay more!' I was taken aback by her lack of basic courtesy and actually said...'damn' Management should not allow a person of such low character to be customer facing. If she can't show good manners to the customer, why is she taking our orders in the first place. Thanks for the smoothy! But, please select and train your staff w/ higher standards. read more

Danny L.

18 years ago

I get the same drink every time I visit a tea shop - jasmine milk tea with no pearls. I hardly ever stray from this order, and whenever I do, I usually end up regretting it. Well, with all these positive comments about the roasted barley milk tea, I couldn't help trying it out. Now the roasted barley milk tea is the only drink I order at Tea Era. I was surprised, but I love the taste of this drink. One great thing is also how consistent it is. At other places, the sweetness of a drink can vary, but here, the drink tastes the same every single time. I still get the jasmine milk tea everywhere else I go, but here, the roasted barley milk tea is the only drink I will ever order. I come away happy every single time. read more

Kyu L.

18 years ago

I went there after dinner and wanted to try something new. Saw on the menu a japanese milk green tea. Cool....must be an inced sencha or matcha with milk and sugar. I asked if I could get it without the milk and nope I couldn't. The said the milk was already mixed in. Okay...I gave it a try..."with pearls please". Sorry we're out of pearls. Okay...without perals then. The guy got a spoon and scooped out some green colored powder and mixed it with water and ice. Ummmm....gross. I thought there was some tea invovled with this drink and not just an instant flavor mix. Oh well....I guess for real tea I need to go elsewhere. read more

Jeff J.

18 years ago

This is the only place my girlfriend want to come for drinks, so sadly i have to drink all the way from San Jose, jkjk =]. its worth it though. first time i went there i had strawberry with pearls. yum! TARO!!!! i loved there taro. if you ever get the chance, try it. the only one that makes it, is the supervisor/owner. i asked for it the other day and all the workers said it was too hard to make.... so im guessing hes the drink guru....... its a small place, more like a whole in the wall. but don't like the tiny place next to some weird shop that is never open when i go.... *weird* Rose, Roasted Barely good too read more

Morgan D.

9 years ago

Nice spacious place and already crowded! Super crowded! I have yet to make it into the Tea Era location, but that's sort of my home so I for sure will. Their matcha with oat milk latte was superb. Thicker consistency than with just almond milk. Slightly sweet naturally. The energy balls: peanut butter, oats, and other ingredients and it is a calorie packed energy ball. Healthy at that so healthy calories. Fettuccine stir sticks so you don't get that gross wood taste. Plenty of seating but gets busy. Parking avail in the lot. So very excited to go more often! read more

Ck K.

15 years ago

My cousin keeps telling me how she loves the drinks here. She said there's a strong tea flavor. So, I was near downtown Mountain View and decided to give them a try. I was kind of upset. The tea tasted like your average milk tea place. The texture was UN-appetizing. I don't know if I had bad luck, but the milk tea I got still had powdery particles in it. I drank half of it then tossed it cause I couldn't stomach it. I'll give them one more chance another time. I'm guessing it was bad luck. read more

Amber L.

11 years ago

To be 100% honest, I probably won't come back, but not because of the Milk Tea I ordered. In fact, the tea was pretty good...not too sweet and quite refreshing. The problem is that they don't have central air and the wait was really long. It was really humid inside, so I would definitely not consider staying there. Again, the tea was worth the money so please don't think the 3 stars has to do with product quality. I hope this was helpful...happy eating everyone. read more

Kaichyn K.

8 years ago

On the outside, there is a poster with pictures advertising for "red bean and fresh milk" in Chinese, but the English version only says "red bean". When I spoke Mandarin to order, the staff told me English only. As if this is not confusing enough, I can't find an item named "red bean and fresh milk" on the formal menu displayed inside. I said "red bean", and got red bean milk tea, which tastes ok but that's not what I wanted and not the one on the poster. read more

Rachel S.

4 years ago

This is a tiny place on Castro street, with a few tables both inside and outside. It has a good selection of teas both hot and cold at pretty good prices. It often has a long line but it moves pretty quickly, considering almost every drink is a customized tea. My favorite is the rose boba tea - it's very refreshing and really good! They have an array of menu items to chose from. It's definitely worth a visit! Note - they take CASH only. Highly recommended. read more

Jaehee J.

12 years ago

My favorite boba tea place in the bay area. Be warned though--super tiny place, especially when it's full, which it nearly always is. Their wall is littered with stamp cards from other customers. You can also request a stamp card and put it on the wall for when you come next time, just remember to write your name on it and where you put it. Be sure to look around at the handwritten signage on the wall to see if any drinks have special promos. read more

Elizabeth L.

11 years ago

I am not a tapioca pearl fan, so I cannot comment on those. But, I really like both their hot taro tea and lemon slushy with bits of aloe instead of pearls. Both are so good I haven't branched out and tried anything else on their extensive menu. There is very little seating inside, but there is more outside which I prefer anyway. It is cash only, but they have stamp card that you can redeem when it is full. Also, they are closed on Tuesday. read more

Sandeep K.

4 years ago

The bubble tea is not bad but definitely not the best in Mountain View for sure. There are many relatively newer bubble tea places near by which are significantly better. The owner of this bubble tea shop seems to be related to the restaurant next door, Queen House, so there are often cross promotions between the two. If you crave for bubble tea when eating at Queen house, this is not a bad choice. But I would go somewhere else otherwise. read more

Cynthia H.

4 years ago

Tea Era is my favorite place to get boba milk tea on Castro. Co-workers and I often go for a boba run, to the degree one of the interns made us a parting gift-- Boba Club mugs. This tea place has a lot of variety and, without fail, has made quality cups of boba. I've never had the hot versions. My tendency is iced, half sugar. There's often a line so the workers here have learned how to move things along relatively quickly. read more

Hubert L.

Elite 23

136

464

4 years ago

DRINKS -- (4/5) Drinks were very suspicious since they were made within a minute which made it seem like it was made from powder. The drink was alright and had good chewy boba. VIBES -- (2/5) Vibes were not here because all you got was a small aisle to sit and wait for your drink and that's all. The space was tight so to enjoy the boba you would have to step outside. read more

Pierre F.

3 years ago

I recently visited Tera Era, and I must say, it was an incredible bubble tea experience. I ordered a mocha smoothie with salted whipped cream, and it was absolutely excellent. The smoothie had the perfect balance of rich mocha flavor and creamy goodness. The addition of salted whipped cream added a delightful touch of savory sweetness. read more

F. C.

6 years ago

Good l highly recommend this place . Very delicious, *cheap* boba with fast service. The pearls and tea are both very high quality, and while it won't be the most phenomenal boba you can get in the area, it's certainly one of the most worth it shops for the affordable price, in my opinion. Definitely would recommend! read more

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Thrilled Tea Annie is open again, in a new location. Menu is the same, tons of options, and same…read moremom & pop nice service. Wishing them well in Los Altos!

408 Boba

4.4

(39 reviews)

By far the best Mango Nada I have ever had. Service was beyond excellent! Affordable! 10/10read more

Boba is typically an Asian/Chinese drink but this location seems to pay little to no homage to that…read moreculture. It's just like a little kiosk set up inside a 7/11 type beat with very little decorations and an empty display with just fake mangos at the bottom. It's very much not really a place you would grab a boba and chill with your friends unless you like convenience stores. Like respect to the staff the people that work there were very nice but that's pretty much where the good stuff ends. The service took like 15 minutes to make 2 drinks when we were the only customers so while I appreciate they were making from scratch, that's too long.

Tea Era

3.7

(854 reviews)

This is an oldie, but goodie, and I'm so glad Tea Era has stood the test of time. The new fad…read moredriven boba shops aren't bad, but I don't find most of them that much better (my kids and wife agree), and we certainly don't love the wait times and lines for some of them (or the extremely high prices). Tea Era offers all types of milk tea, including caffeinated, non-caffeinated, and fruit-based options, including slushy type drinks. They also have quite a selection of food and snacks, including popcorn chicken and various chicken and pork based noodle and rice dishes. The food has gotten quite a bit more expensive over the years, but their boba is still reasonably priced relative to other shops. As an added bonus, Tea Era is located in a strip mall with lots of parking. There is a bowling alley nearby as well as an array of most Asian restaurants, many of which are delicious.

Rating should be 3.5 not 4…read more This place has an extensive menu. They have more just boba tea. They serve also Taiwanese cafe food. Ordered Ceylon milk tea. Sugar and ice level were as expected as the order. Boba was cooked to just right. Tea however was a bit weak. Nowadays, one orders from the kiosk and waits for the drink. No more live cashier.

T Castle

(34 reviews)

Great spot for authentic HK‑style milk tea, egg puffs and other new items on the menu, really bring…read moreback some memories. Service was great, very friendly and local.

I was really feeling something sweet and looked around the area for something like an egg puff…read morewaffle and stumbled upon this spot. I got the Oreo crunch puff and the sweet grape crema. Oreo Crunch puff- Everything that you would expect from a good eff puff waffle. The waffle was nice and sweet, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. The Oreo bits were busting with the generous amount loaded into the waffle. Every bite was an Oreo waffle puff perfection. Sweet Grape Crema- The grape was potent with flavor and really shined throughout the entire drink. It wasn't too sweet and the crema was both sweet and savory, the perfect topper to any good drink. There was only a single worker there at the shop that was responsible for both handling the cashier and making the drinks. Although it was busy and she was by herself, she was still very enthusiastic and made the experience there even better! Solid job and hats off to her!

Wanpo Tea Shop

3.6

(346 reviews)

Easy ordering process: you can order online ahead of time or use the kiosk near the front door to…read moreplace your order. Once ready, you'll get a text message and can pickup your drink inside. Each drink is organized by order number, so you just walk in and pick up. It's strange to not have to speak with anyone, but it's efficient. Most of the drinks offered are fruit teas, and are light and refreshing. It's a typical "boba" spot; good but nothing super amazing.

Milk tea was average; I would've liked a stronger tea flavor. Boba was great chewy texture but…read morepretty flavorless. I would maybe go again if it was a super hot day, and I was craving something to drink at the mall, but probably get it with grass jelly.

MoonTea

(242 reviews)

Chun Yang Tea

(263 reviews)

My office is literally across the way from the tea shop. I have been there multiple times or our…read moregroup has ordered online and got it delivered. I will say the quality of service is superb. Each time we have ordered their our items have come correct each time. I called that out because our group order sometimes is about 10 people and no one has ever had any issues with the quality of their drink. The day I went, July 14th, I was only going for myself and got one item. The individual behind the counter when I walked in greeted me said hello and asked if I had any questions. I told them no and that I would use the machine to order my drink. It was ready within 4 minutes looked beautiful and as I left the shop the person on the counter told me to have a great day. Like I said I just love this place and I really wanted to do a review for it considering I've been there multiple times now.

I ordered the Lychee Oolong Tea. It came out within 10 minutes. It tastes very sweet and like…read moreartificial lychee. There's an oolong tea aftertaste. Reduce sweetness from normal! This is a chill place for small or big hangouts! The parking lot is small and shared with residents so that's not fun. I was here during lunch on Friday and it's not that crowded surprisingly.

Pop Tea Bar

3.9

(349 reviews)

Pretty good tea place, it was great to try it; they have a solid set of teas, with variety of…read moretastes, all delicious, defiantly a solid spot, stopped by here a few years ago and loved it

Pop Tea Bar just got bought for the second time in two years. Whoever the new owners might be, I'm…read moreseeing early hints of greed and stinginess. Their drinks used to be a good deal, but prices have jumped by something like $1.40 across the board -- a combination of raising the base number and no longer including tax. They also whimsically decided to erase all customers' points in the rewards program (buy 15 drinks, get 1 free), making everyone start from zero. So far the drinks haven't been compromised, but overall I'd say this place is just OK now.

Gong cha

3.7

(170 reviews)