What a cute tea shop with a modern, slightly Japandi-inspired decor that makes the space feel calm…read moreand inviting. Their drinks were a pleasant surprise. The Thai tea was nicely balanced and not overly sweet, and the Jasmine tea was fragrant, thick, and perfect at 50% sweetness. The matcha latte was the best drink here for me: earthy, not sweet at all, and with a subtle nuttiness that made it so satisfying. The only miss was the strawberry taro, which leaned too sweet for my taste. Overall, a beautifully designed shop with some truly great drinks.

I finally got around to this tiktok famous spot…read more I wanted a matcha horchata but did not want to make the drive to a farther destination so I settled for trying this place out. It was not that busy at all. It's a small place but there's a good amount of seating for the size of the place. There's parking in the plaza & they have restrooms. I ordered their own matcha horchata and .... ...:. .... I only was able to taste milk. I have no clue how it is made, but I genuinely was like..... I feel like I'm drinking cows milk. I was not impressed at all. I tasted 0 horchata and 0 matcha it was the weirdest experience. The cashier was somewhat nice? It was a minimal interaction. There's screens to order as well so maybe he was not expecting the human interaction. Either way it threw me off unfortunately. I'd have to wait a while to see if I wanna come back and try something different. There's too many coffee and milk tea shops that come to my mind first to visit instead.

Such good boba! Easy parking out front…read more Right when you step inside, it smells delicious. They have pancakes along w lots of boba drink options. Fruit teas, milk teas, taro, etc. I got the traditional milk tea with non-dairy creamer and boba pearls. They ask your ice level and sweetness level preference - I got light ice and 30% sweet. It was the perfect level of sweetness and so good! The boba pearls were smaller than usual and really tasty. Great little treat! And kids love this place too - my niece and nephew loved the strawberry drink and the pancakes.

We were in the area and stopped by Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea for a quick drink after spotting it in…read morea busy shopping center. It definitely caught our attention, and the menu had a lot of refreshing options. The lobby looks empty but they have a large seating area that was full so don't be fooled by my photo. We ordered the peach fruit tea and a matcha with boba. The matcha with boba was a delicious pick. The boba had a great texture and was probably the highlight for me. The peach fruit tea wasn't quite my thing. It came with A LOT of fruit bits (I'm pretty sure they were pears), which might be great if you enjoy that texture, but for me it made it hard to actually enjoy the drink. It was really lacking on the peach flavor but having to work around all the fruit took away from it. Overall, a decent stop if you're in the area and like fruit-forward drinks with real fruit pieces...just something to keep in mind depending on your preference.

They have so many options to choose from. AND THEY HAVE EGG PUDDING AND GRASS JELLY! I LOVE THOSE…read moreTOPPINGS! The drinks are so refreshing as well. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Please come

Amazing boba! Quick and friendly service, would recommend to any boba lovers nearby! Tastes smooth…read moretoo

I came back after the owner responded to my post and mentioned there was a change in management…read more Let me say, it has! The staff were energetic and our drinks came out amazing!! My only comment is that they ran out of a lot of key ingredients like coconut. Coconut is embedded in many of their drinks, but I still managed to find something for myself! Check it out!

What can I say, I loved my drink! Ube coconut milk, so so good)…read more Looking at their menu now and seeing a bunch of other amazing sounding drinks-- too bad I always get my Ube/taro. Cute cups. Hubby and my daughter happy with their drinks, too. Craving one now....

MAI Coffee & Tea House is an absolute gem in Gardena! I am so glad I found this spot. You can…read moreimmediately taste the high quality in their drinks--they actually use organic Straus milk and fresh, locally sourced fruits, which makes a world of difference. The flavors are rich, authentic, and never taste artificial. But what really sets them apart are the toppings. You can tell they don't cut corners because everything is prepared fresh in their kitchen every morning. Their silky mousse and chewy mochi are next-level--easily some of the best I've ever had! The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff is super friendly, and the quality is incredibly consistent. Whether you're craving a perfectly brewed coffee, a refreshing fruit tea, or a decadent boba drink, this is the spot. I'll definitely be coming back on the regular. Highly recommend!

I've been going to MAI coffee for the past couple of months, and I've been able to try out their…read morevariety of options. I'm not a fan of coffee so I'm always deciding between their mochi, fresh fruit, or iced teas etc. My go-to drinks are the Yuzu Citrus No. 8 and Jasmine Frost Iced Tea (less sweet for both options). The Yuzu Citrus has the perfect amount of tang with a slight sweetness that cuts through the acidity. The tea flavor manages to shine through the fruitiness, and overall the flavors pair well with one another. The Jasmine Frost Iced Tea is very aromatic and brewed to really highlight the Jasmine. My boyfriend normally gets the mochi mango which has soft chunks of mochi mixed, and tart/sweet mango puree. I appreciate how the smoothie is never icy, and has a creamy texture. There are plenty of seating options for people, whether it's socializing or studying. It gets pretty busy and wait-times can vary greatly; I would recommend ordering ahead of time. The staff members are friendly and helpful. The only issue I have with the spot is that the drinks do tend to be on the more expensive side, with drinks ranging from $7-9. The matcha drinks are also not the highest quality, and often the matcha tastes quite diluted. Overall a solid spot!

I was craving something sweet and came across Presotea! We luckily came before a rush could start…read moreso I was able to take my time deciding what I wanted to order. The interior is so spacious and had a couple of self serve kiosks along with some snacks you're able to buy separately which I found pretty neat. I got the Avocado Coconut Cream and It was just so perfect!! The avocado flavor was subtle, creamy, and tasted fresh, while the coconut added the perfect touch of sweetness -- such a perfect balance between flavors without overpowering one another. What I appreciated most was the texture of the drink, most smoothies I've tried from boba shops have been milky or just straight ice, however at Presotea I like how thick and creamy it was without melting too fast. I was able to enjoy my drink over some time without feeling rushed to finish it before it went bad. I'd also like to add that what made my experience so much better was the quality of service! Before going with my drink, I took some time debating between two other drinks and Dave, who took our order, suggested the Avocado Coconut Cloud! Not only was he patient with me but also so knowledgeable about what drink I would enjoy the most based on preferences I gave him. I saw that he also handled making my drink and you can definitely tell that the order was handled with care. Big ups to him :)

Happy Re-Grand Opening Presotea Torrance!…read more Today Presotea Torrance celebrated their re-grand opening. They're under new ownership and the owner is a South Bay local who really wants to promote the community. The celebration was a perfect way to celebrate community, good vibes and treats! It also happened to be National Boba Day! I got their Mango Cloud and also tried the Bubble Waffle with strawberries and bubble. I really enjoyed both. The Mango Cloud was refreshing. The topping of boba and lychee jelly were so soft and chewy. Equally as delightful was the bubble waffle. It was sweet and tasty. The good flavor was enhanced with the strawberries and boba. I'm happy I was able to join in today's re-grand opening celebration and hope to be back soon for more tasty boba treats!

I'm so sad to learn that after five years Mellow Tea Studio is closing! I first discovered Mellow…read moreTea Studio during a Yelp Elite Experience back in 2024 and since then I've gone back a few times to this boba shop for some more tasty drinks and for their Monday specials. I love their pumpkin spice drinks. Their pumpkin Oreo Spice Milk Tea is so good! I also like their Taro Milk Tea. The shop is super cute too! I love the floral swing and the different cats drawn on the wall. June 9 is their last day. I will definitely miss this cute spot and their yummy drinks.

Checked this place out one Saturday afternoon. A decent spot for your boba craving in the Redondo…read moreBeach Riviera area. Overall, I thought they could have tasted better. It wasn't bad though. It's close to a 4. But the service was nice and friendly and a fair amount of seating. Decor was a little hodge podge. Parking is conveniently in a parking garage.

I vaguely recall this place opening up before the pandemic so I'm really happy to see Kokoroll…read morestill going on strong. It's tough to find a boba shop that has stood the test of time in this area. They've expanded their menu beyond drinks. The last time I visited, they had açaí bowls as an available option. My tried and true order includes a sushi burrito w/salmon, ponzu, crab meat, green onions, cucumbers, etc. and a Lavender Earl Grey Milk Tea (75% sweetness). With how much I've requested in my sushi burrito in the past, I'm impressed at how well it holds together. Each time I'm in, I've seen either 1 or 2 people working. They seem to work well together and work through orders in a timely fashion. Ambiance wise, there are a couple of tables. But I've always seen it as more of a grab and go spot, or where you can just sip boba & chat for hours. If you're in the area for a quick snack, show this place some love!

I went here with a couple of close friends, and honestly? The taro tea was pretty good. The boba…read morecame out nice and bouncy, and didn't feel like they just thawed it out on the counter like some places I've been to have done. The workers weren't incredibly enthusiastic or open to conversation, but I don't blame them. It was already around 6PM and maybe their shift was coming to an end. I don't want to talk to customers 24/7 either! I love the small decor inside and the overall color palette of the interior. Not bad for a boba shop!