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    Tea Gather

    4.6 (78 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Jason C.

    Hidden in the lower level of all the main shops, unless you know where it is, it's bit hard to find. The interior is open, tables by the front of the restaurant, open space in the back. They have an extensive menu items. I went with original milk tea, 50% less sweet and 1/2 ice. Compared to other places, it was good... usually when I get 50% less sweet, it's bit on the sweet side. Service was good. Friendly cashier.

    Lily N.

    10/10 boba and unexpectedly amazing chicken! I came for the drinks, but the chicken completely stole the show. Huge shoutout to my cousin for ordering it because I never would've thought to try it myself. One bite and I was hooked. Perfectly seasoned, crispy, and just the right amount of salt. Totally addictive. The shop itself is smaller (has easy and free parking) but super cozy, with seating available and zero wait time every time I've visited. It's a hidden gem that deserves way more attention. Don't sleep on this spot!

    Boba
    Nadia B.

    Tea Gather is a solid boba spot. Drinks can take a little while, but the cozy seating and board games make the wait easy. I haven't tried the hot food yet, but I see lots of people ordering it every time I'm in there.

    Classic Milk Tea
    Albert T.

    I originally visited Tea Gather a couple of weeks after they first opened back in early 2021. I was super excited to visit - it was a new boba shop after all, and in addition, I believe this was the only place (and still is the only place) in Metro Detroit that served 雞排 ji pai (jumbo fried chicken cutlet). Unfortunately, I found their boba to be especially hard and their cutlet to be soggy and oily on that visit. I decided to go again recently since I figured it could have just been some opening week jitters and/or trying to start a successful business during the height of the pandemic. I walked in after lunch on a weekend and found a couple of people lounging around and sipping on their drinks. I took a quick look at the menu again and I tried ordering the cutlet but I was told that they were out. I replaced it with the basil popcorn chicken and found out they also didn't have any basil. Flummoxed again, I had to go with the popcorn chicken without basil. Classic Milk Tea, Large, Half Sweet, Half Ice w/ Boba ($5.65) - I feel like they changed the recipe for this drink from my previous visit. Before, I have in my notes that they used pu-er, giving the drink a very earthy and woody taste. This drink on the other hand didn't have nearly the same flavor notes and was very muted in comparison. Instead, the flavor seemed to mostly come from the sugar syrup they use - a kind of caramelized smokiness. The sweetness level is still quite high even at half, at least for me. The boba this time was quite good - almost the ideal texture, with a bouncy and chewy exterior and a firmer interior. Popcorn Chicken without Basil ($8.75) - They hand make this to order so it take a bit of time. I could hear pounding and frying noises coming from the kitchen as this was being made. The chicken smelled amazing when it first came out - I will never get tired of that pepper and five spice fragrance. The chicken itself is tender and juicy thigh meat, with some skin and fattier portions adding additional richness. The exterior has a thin and delicate crisp from the fried sweet potato starch. We got this medium spicy, which added a mouth warming tingle. I think they might use shichimi for the spicy. There was actually quite a bit more white pepper added that I am used to in this dish and while there are usually some sweet and soy notes imparted on the chicken by the marinade, I couldn't really detect those flavors here. I think the boba at Tea Gather is in the top quartile of boba shops in Metro Detroit. If I lived nearby, this would definitely part of my regular rotation. As it stands though, I can only visit once in a while when I happen to be in the area.

    Taro milk tea with grass jelly and red guava milk tea with lychee jelly
    Sandy L.

    Came here after lunch with my sister. Was excited about the bubble tea in the area that is new to us. We ordered the taro milk tea with grass jelly and red guava milk tea with lychee jelly. We both enjoyed our bubble teas. It was filled with young people and is moody and dim in there.there is seating and games to hang out. If you need to use the restroom, you have to ask for the key. The service was quick and easy and the front counter gentleman was nice and knowledgeable.

    Tasty, milky black tea with chewy bubbles.
    Ann W.

    I had noted this small establishment the last time I was in town. It is off the beaten path so even though I'm a regular diner and shopper in downtown Northville, this was my first time here. I was surprised by the number of pre-teens and teens here. One group was studying - their laptops all opened. The other group was enjoying time with friends. As expected from the business name, there are numerous teas available here: black, green, fruit teas, traditional teas, and milk teas. Smoothies, yakults, and finger goods are also available. I am a traditionalist when it comes to tea so I had black milk tea with honey and boba. I don't like powdered teas so I go with something basic. While there were three people working I found that it was slow going. However, I was very impressed by how they mixed up my beverage so that the milk did not just sit on top and cleaned up my cup so it was not sticky. Will I be back? Yes, if not for the tea, for the bubble waffles I saw being served up.

    Sayaka Y.

    It is little hidden place in northville. From outside decor it looked like Taiwanese tea shop so I had to try them. We tried bubble waffles special which comes with ice cream and your choice of one topping. Also got winter melon boba tea , strawberry boba tea and Taro boba tea. I feel as everything was fairly priced. Soon as I entered , I was greeted immediately and they offered good friendly customer service. Interior was a little bit more monotone and darker lighting than I expected and could use some improvement but not a big deal.

    Amethyst W.

    I like visiting this place when I'm in northville. It's kind of hidden away in the back of a building, but if you know where it is, it's easy to get to. There's adequate parking nearby if you wanted to drive here, but it's perfect for you to take a night stroll in downtown Northville, and make this as one of your stops through the night. They have great options for bubble tea and jellies. I normally just get a slush with jellies and it's delicious. Perfect for a hot summer night walk and you are in need of a refreshing beverage.

    Milk Tea Menu
    Judy N.

    Delicious drinks (you can get Hot Bubble Tea!) and excellent service. I would love to try their food since the reviews are so good. Fun place to meet up with friends and hang out. We'll be back!

    Menu
    Andreaus T.

    Love this place the owner is so knowledgeable I found a place that's as good as San Francisco. It's nice and calm here. The milk tea tastes authentic. They also have chill music and I see people playing board games.

    Popcorn chicken!
    Renee P.

    Came on recommendation of a family friend from Taiwan after a full meal elsewhere and still stuffed ourselves here! They have a ton of options for drinks - I got the classic which was delicious with soft, chewy boba. The popcorn chicken tasted like it was made with chicken thighs which made the meat super juicy and the coating was well flavored and nice and thin. Would definitely try adding the fried basil next time as well! Wish I lived closer here, will try to swing by next time I'm in the area for sure! There was only one person working so the food and drinks took a little while to come out, but we weren't in a hurry so it was fine. They have a cute indoor seating area and outdoor patio as well as plenty of free parking!

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    Christal P.

    Tea Gather is my favorite café in downtown Northville. There is an extensive menu of assorted tea, milk tea, traditional Chinese tea, and smoothies. I have only tried the traditional tea, but the bubble tea options look delicious from what I see other customers order. In addition to drinks, there is a small "Munchies" menu with Asian street food favorites like Crispy Tofu, Basil Popcorn Chicken, Crab Rangoon, Jumbo Fried Chicken Cutlet, Bubble Waffle, Salted Green Beans, and Cuttle Fish Balls. My favorites are the Basil Popcorn Chicken and Crispy Tofu. Everything is made to order with the option of adding spicy seasoning. The food is always served hot, crispy, and tender. The owner is friendly and the café is clean, spacious, and serene. It makes a good place to hang out with friends, relax, or work on one's laptop. There are also games in the back that are available to customers like Monopoly, Pictionary, Scrabble, and Connect 4. Free parking is available both in front of Tea Gather and in the parking structure next door.

    fried tofu
    Oat H.

    i come here a lot! great tea and pretty interior design, they are open for most days and they are pretty fast with the food and drinks even during a rush! they sell a kind of loose leaf/tea cake that is very delicious and many good snacks

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    I drove 20 minutes to Tea Gather to find a handwritten sign that says, "closed today, see you tomorrow."

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    Nice drinks and many varieties of drinks to get. People are super nice here and mixed with the amazing ambiance it is just so awesome.

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    THE BEST BOBA I HAVE EVER HAD! I come to Tea Gather regularly and it is my favorite part about Downtown Northville!

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