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4.0 (139 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 8:30 PM
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Mary F.

This is a tiny boba spot in Sequoia Station next to where Site for Sore Eyes used to be. You order with a cashier who is behind a plastic wall. There is no seating and only about two or three customers can fit inside, but there is plenty of parking. The milk tea is ok, and pretty artificially flavored. I ordered the honeydew milk tea with boba and probably won't come back, but it's good to know this place is here.

Original milk tea and taro milk tea w boba
Matthew M.

Great drinks, great service, hole in the wall with all your boba needs. There's more I want to try but I keep ordering the same thing since it's so good (taro + classic milk teas)

Watermelon freeze
Tiffany R.

Been coming here for awhile now. Service is quick plus they have a loyalty card so don't forget to ask for one! The beverages I've had and recommend are watermelon freeze with lychee topping and peach mango black tea with boba!

Peach mango black tea (left) and jasmine milk tea (right)
Sophia C.

Not bad! Peach mango black tea 8/10 - I will definitely opt for 75% sugar in the future - ok tea flavor and they definitely go heavy on the peach and mango syrup - great value! Jasmine milk tea 8/10 - very milky and creamy not so much tea but I don't mind it - it's very desserty and not as refreshing but I don't mind it - childhood milky flavor Overall, it's a hole in the wall with no seating. 2 baristas are there so if there's a line drinks will definitely take a while. Nothing much to say about the service but the drinks came out pretty decently fast. I would come back!

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EM H.

2.5 stars. Craving boba all week, Mom and I made a quick stop at Teatime on the afternoon of Saturday, August 26, 2023. Located in Redwood City's Sequoia Station, there is plenty of parking for patrons in the lot. As we walked up to the tea spot, I thought that there was a long line out their door. Upon arrival, though, we realized that the people loitering around the shop were the customers awaiting their drink orders. The venue is TINY. Maximum capacity for the room wherein you place your order can't be more than half a dozen persons (this explains why everyone was standing around outside). This place is solely for to-go orders as there is no seating available for eating and drinking. Printed 8" x 11" sheets of paper are taped to the wall to serve as the menu and jars along the clear window showcase most of the drink toppings (grass jelly was not shown anywhere). Mom ordered a Taro Milk Tea with boba which, to our surprise, was made from a powder and was completely dairy free. I ordered a Jasmine Milk Tea topped with boba and grass jelly. When I asked if they had oat milk, the dairy free milk was recommended for a better, more full-bodied drink, so I happily went with the suggestion. Our drinks were made very quickly. At first sip, we both noticed that the beverages were on the sweet side...which is when I realized that we weren't asked about preferred sweetness nor ice levels. After a few sips, I got used to the sweetness level, but did wish for a stronger Jasmine floral taste. The boba were perfectly chewy, though, so my craving was satisfied. Will we return? Sure, if we are already at the Sequoia Station and craving boba again. I wouldn't drive out specifically to go here, though.

Corner location next to where Max's used to be.
Marcus F.

A pretty good place to get a refreshing Watermelon Fruit Freeze! I got mine with boba AND rainbow jelly. I always order something similar at every boba-type place so that I can compare them. Then I venture out to the bubble tea varieties, etc. This is a small walk-up window-type place, but I will come back again. Tea Time is nestled in the corner of the Sequoia Station Shopping Center. It is kind of weird that it does not come up on Yelp as the first choice even when I am literally in front of it. I always seem to get the Palo Alto location. The drinks can at times take longer than expected for a drink so it does miss a star for that. Employees don't seem very happy to be there nor do they display any smiling for the customers.

the entrance to a restaurant
Alex C.

Stopped by Teatime the other day while picking something up at the nearby Safeway located in the same plaza. Found this place on Yelp, and discovered that it's rather hidden all the way at the corner of the shopping complex, on the side opposite of Safeway. The store itself is very small, so you basically wait in line outside while 1 person goes in, orders, and steps back out to wait for their order. The staff was very friendly, and I opted for my usual Passion Fruit w/ Green Tea and boba. The drink itself definitely did not disappoint, and was very refreshing and full of flavor. The boba balls themselves were nice and chewy, and not all clumped together like at some other places. Although I don't live near RWC, if I'm ever back in the area, I will definitely make sure to make a stop at Teatime!

Black milk tea with boba
YJ L.

Ordered a classic black milk tea with boba, no adjustments. Super sweet, but that's how I like my boba! It's a super tiny storefront (can fit one party at a time at most), and their menu is smaller than most other shops I've been to. I like to get drinks that are "special" to that particular store, but Teatime didn't seem to have any drinks like that. Definitely worth coming back if I'm in the area, but not a place I'd go out of my way to get boba from. Maybe if they had a unique pitch or drink. As a local stop, it's a 5/5; for non-locals, I'm sure the boba shops in your area are just as good.

Coral T.

It's a tasty boba spot with unique flavors. Recently they've been making their drinks on the sweater side even when ask with 0% sugar. Their drink with fresh fruits are excellent. Service is pretty fast when ordering and receiving a drink. Excited to try other flavors next time. Note it's at Sequoia Station and it is a to-go only spot, so no place to sit.

Guava green tea
Nikki G.

Got the guava green tea here. Good fruit flavor but the tea could have been a little more strong. The tiramisu tea is also good. Definitely more dessert than tea.

Horchata Snow with boba and aloe 25% sweetness Strawberry Freeze with boba 25% sweetness
Elle G.

My favorite boba spot !! They have everything here from classic milk teas to, green teas, fruit teas, fruit freezes and unique drinks. My all time favorite is the horchata snow but I don't like anything too sweet so I get 25% sweetness with aloe and boba they have like 12 different options of jelly's. Service is great but this place tends to get busy and typically only two staff are working at once so if you see line expect to wait a few minutes. Also it's a very small place there's no seating it's just a walk through to go atmosphere. I went today and ordered the horchata snow and the strawberry freeze both equally great and I had my drinks within 5 min of ordering. Be patient when they are busy its worth it if you want to enjoy some delicious boba tea !

Tiramisu milk tea
Sophia B.

Good boba tea in a conveniently tempting location. I usually get a medium tiramisu milk tea with boba ($6.95). It's creamy and a nice twist on classic milk tea. The boba is consistent and pleasant to chew.

This smoothie doesn't taste like avocado or mango. It's gross.

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Not bad , I was quenching my thirst and this place hit the spot . I love the vibe here.

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Love their boba milky tea. Tasted just like I remember tasting it when I lived in Taiwan.

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Temp & Time - Hojicha cake, flan cake, and hojicha tea

Temp & Time

4.4(150 reviews)
3.1 mi
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Temp & Time is one of the underrated matcha tea shops! When you drive on El Camino Real, it may be…read moreeasy to miss as there is a small entryway to the parking lot for Temp & Time. The inside has such a pretty aesthetic, with a few inside tables to How to order is with an iPad kiosk, so card payment only. The menu selection is nice and simple, offering matcha and hojicha options. There are also small desserts like cheesecakes, cake rolls whole or slice and tiramisu. This tea shop is nice to go to after work to relax and decompress for a bit. Items my coworker and I ordered- * Hojicha Strawberry Latte - light sweet, soy milk and less ice. Rating 5/5 * Hojicha Cake Roll slice. Rating 5/5 * Matcha Latte - light sweet, oat milk, less ice. Rating 5/5

Temp & Time is a hidden gem in Palo Alto! It's not the easiest to get to - the cafe shares a small…read moreplaza with Drunken Monk and parking is extremely difficult so be warned. This cafe specializes in Asian inspired drinks, roll cakes, basque cheesecakes, as well as Japanese puddings. The interior is super Japandi / minimalistic aesthetic. Their desserts have also been officially marked as "not too sweet" by my inlaws so you know it's got that Asian parent stamp of approval! I haven't tried the basque cheesecakes and the puddings, but have been a repeat customer for their roll cakes. So far I've tried their matcha, coffee, and black sesame roll cakes and all are fantastic. Super strong flavors and the chiffon cake isn't too dry. I will say for a single slice the price is quite steep, but it /is/ located in Palo Alto so rent is not cheap I would assume. Also if you wanted an entire roll, you have to order 2 business days in advance.

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Temp & Time - Clockwise: Matcha Latte w/ oat milk ($6.75), Hōji Roll Cake ($6), Thai Tea Roll Cake (OTH), Hōji Latte w/ oat milk ($6.75)

Clockwise: Matcha Latte w/ oat milk ($6.75), Hōji Roll Cake ($6), Thai Tea Roll Cake (OTH), Hōji Latte w/ oat milk ($6.75)

Temp & Time - Matcha roll cake, plain basque cheesecake

Matcha roll cake, plain basque cheesecake

Temp & Time - Black Sesame Roll Cake

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Black Sesame Roll Cake

Saint Frank Coffee - Maple Pine Latte

Saint Frank Coffee

4.5(273 reviews)
3.5 mi
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I love me some good coffee!! Found this place randomly while visiting and glad I stumbled upon it…read more The line was a little long but it moves pretty quick. There's a few tables and chairs to enjoy your drink and/or pastry and it's shaded. The patio is pet friendly. We ordered the iced filter coffee and it was nice, strong and smooth. We also got their seasonal flavor orange cream latte and it was so delicious. The orange was light in flavor but enough to taste the orange notes and the consistency with the whole milk was decadent. Not too sweet. Definitely will come back when in the area again.

This location is across the street from Menlo Caltrain so expect a few interruptions if you're…read morelooking for silence. I went there on a Saturday morning, 815 and the place was hopping. Certainly a neighborhood feel with dogs, strollers, and the typical guys on laptops. There was only one seat available and it was positioned in the back row facing the crowd. FWIW: I'm not a coffee sage who demand specific regions, roast or rules. Flight: cold brew, cortado, shot and latte. No sugar. Two types of beans with cards describing where they come from and what flavors to expect. Experience was pleasant, even though the place was crowded. The coffees themselves were just ok. I was told what order to drink them in and I finished (90%), all but the iced version - something about the light roast with sour notes really put me off. Reasons to return: People watching- excellent. So many strollers with human and canines in them. Stayed for 1.5 hrs Coffee- good. Didn't love everything they served but they were purposeful in teaching about beans and prep. Service- fine. Person taking the order was lovely, person serving the order was clinical. No smiles on this guy.

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Saint Frank Coffee - Cafe Miel

Cafe Miel

Saint Frank Coffee - Single origin flight - $11

Single origin flight - $11

Saint Frank Coffee - Stale pastries from Midwife and the Baker. Coffee is terrific though

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Stale pastries from Midwife and the Baker. Coffee is terrific though

The Yard Coffee - Seasonal drinks and pastries

The Yard Coffee

4.6(104 reviews)
0.3 mi
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Locally owned & operated
Free WiFi

I came across this place while I was in the neighborhood and it immediately caught my attention…read morebecause of the cute, outdoorsy vibe. I wasn't sure when I'd get a chance to come back since I don't live nearby, so when I joined a book club meetup and found out it was being held here, I was so excited! I love how many different seating options they have. There are indoor and outdoor tables, a grassy area, and even swings, they really have something for everyone :) They also offer yoga classes in the outdoor area, and it looks like they regularly have different activities and events going on based on the posters they have up. As for the coffee, there's a cute little walk-up counter where you place your order, and they call your name when it's ready. The staff was really friendly, and I thought it was a great idea to have all the event and activity information displayed right by the ordering area. My latte was excellent, and I love that they offer ceramic cups if you're staying to enjoy your coffee there. I honestly loved the vibe of this place. It has such a welcoming, wholesome, community feel, and I can't wait to come back again :)

Saw this place on social media and had the chance to visit on a nice sunny day! It was a bit…read moreconfusing at first where to order, but once I saw the menu, there were so many options to choose from. I saw they had a Seasonal Menu, so I tried the Strawberry Matcha Oat Milk Latte. I had to wait a couple of minutes for my drink and it tasted just okay. The matcha wasn't as rich as I'd like it to be. But I would love to try their Lavender Latte next time! The ambiance is also so nice, there's lots of places to work at both indoors and outdoors.

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The Yard Coffee - Indoor seating

Indoor seating

The Yard Coffee - Cappuccino

Cappuccino

The Yard Coffee

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Brew Coffee and Bakery - Smoked Salmon Sandwich on a croissant and Mango Passion Slushy for lunch! Hee

Brew Coffee and Bakery

4.7(162 reviews)
1.7 mi
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I've been wanting to go to this place for a while now. Everytime I search for a place with best…read morecoffee near my work, this always pops up. I finally had the pleasure of going here, and it wasn't too busy. The person who took my order was super nice and helpful in narrowing down items to try. Everything here is made to order, so they do recommend using the app. Especially if you are in a hurry. I ordered: 1. Vietnamese coffee with salted cream: Surprisingly, this was a little sweet to me. I do recommend sipping it, instead of drinking it through a straw to get the full flavor. 2. Croffle w/ nutella: This was crispy and chewy. The nutella gave it a messy yumminess 3. Egg, cheese, and bacon croissant: This was delicious and surprisingly it didn't have that greasy oily feeling. It is very hearty. 4. Perfect green smoothie: My co-worker loved this and found it very delicious. Perfect balance of all the items. I look forward to coming back soon and will pre-order next time.

I was apparently in town where my college roommate is now living and working, so of course on my…read morelast day here, a coffee shop was needed for a meet up! Brew Coffee and Bakery was within a nice walking distance from my hotel so I made the short 15 minute trek over. There's a good amount of space inside to sit and enjoy your beverage, but seems like most of the people in the morning was here to grab something to go. We were able to catch up for a good while without feeling like someone needed our table or that we were overstaying our welcome here. I tried the regular size of their Iced Hojicha Latte ($7). Yum. Loved the taste and it was just the right amount of caffeine I needed to start my day of travel and heading home!

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Brew Coffee and Bakery - Another section of seating area- not occupied by customers hee.

Another section of seating area- not occupied by customers hee.

Brew Coffee and Bakery - Breakfast Club without jalapeños

Breakfast Club without jalapeños

Brew Coffee and Bakery - Iced vietnamese coffee - so good!

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Iced vietnamese coffee - so good!

The Baker Next Door - Order counter

The Baker Next Door

4.2(209 reviews)
0.4 mi
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Locally owned & operated
Locally sourced ingredients

Oooh - my new favorite brunch lunch spot in downtown Redwood City!!…read more I love a place that has both good coffee and tons of food options. So many delicious fresh food options. We loved that each dish came with the freshest bread, you can see them making fresh bread in the open kitchen. The breakfast sandwich was perfect. You can get it with either bacon or avocado. The turkey sandwich was also excellent - that sun dried tomato jam that it came with was to die for, I wish I could bring a jar home to put on bread! I enjoyed migraine salad that came with kale, farro, squash, feta. Again loved the crisp fresh bread it had on the side too ! Granola bowl was great - with fruit and homemade Granola, personally I like that it wasn't too sweet like there wasn't a honey or sweetener drizzle. Coffee and espresso drinks were very good , will definitely be back to try more dishes ! There was a constant line to order, but from ordering to getting food wasn't too bad at around 20 minutes . Table seating indoor is limited with the amount of customers they have, but there is also some indoor bar top seating along the kitchen and more outdoor tables.

Best breakfast sandwich, hands down!…read more My barbershop is literally next door, and my kids are obsessed with this breakfast sandwich -- it's their all-time favorite breakfast sandwich . They are excited every time we stop by fresh in the early morning before I open up shop. It's become our little tradition, and I look forward to it as much as they do. Highly recommend!

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The Baker Next Door - Kouign Aman

Kouign Aman

The Baker Next Door - Chocolate Croissant

Chocolate Croissant

The Baker Next Door - Apparently a very safe place to be. Someone left this unattended for a good 5 min with multiple people walking past.

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Apparently a very safe place to be. Someone left this unattended for a good 5 min with multiple people walking past.

Little Green A Plant Bar

Little Green A Plant Bar

4.5(135 reviews)
0.4 mi
•$$

Little green is a really unique spot in RWC. It's very obviously run by people, not a corporation…read more They have so many free community based events that feel like they are filled with your neighbors. My only note is their limited tea selection, which applies to every coffee shop in town. I love the plants and the events though!

I've stopped into Little Green A Plant Bar a few times now, and overall I enjoy this place. The…read moreinterior is both spacious and cozy at the same time, and there's just so much to look at - plants, art, vintage, animal skulls, cool furniture, mannequins, etc. Overall, I like this place more as a plant shop and less for coffee. I've purchased a little spider plant and an alocasia polly, which have both been great. The employees are knowledgeable about plants and give great recommendations, especially regarding succulents. They also have a fun selection of cards and gifts by local artists, although some of the prices are a bit unreasonable (like $40 for a tiny planter pot). The coffee shop is fine, but less exciting. Most recently, I tried the Bicerin off their seasonal specials, which was a Cortado with Nutella. I thought the Nutella would be somewhat mixed in for sweetness, but it was literally just a teaspoon of Nutella in my drink. I've tried their Chaga Matcha in the past, and it was also just okay. Will return for the plants and ambiance!

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Little Green A Plant Bar - Matcha & Brie Jam Sandwich

Matcha & Brie Jam Sandwich

Little Green A Plant Bar - Paloma Tahn!!

Paloma Tahn!!

Little Green A Plant Bar - Baby shower today!

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Baby shower today!

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