The boba is PERFECTLY cooked, soft and chewy, and the drinks are blended well and do not have weird aftertastes. They also have other hot food items like takoyaki and gyudon! And musubis. They call it onigiri. What we got was a triangle rice ball covered in nori (seaweed), we usually call that musubi. And they had spam in it, so spam musubi. We went twice in one weekend! read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This is a really cool boba place. The decor is so amazing and well branded. The prices of the drinks are very reasonable, especially since it includes the boba in the price. Tried the strawberry lemonade with strawberry popping boba. It was amazing flavorful and refreshing. And a ton of boba! At $5.26 (with tax) for a regular size, I'd say it was a steal. The staff seemed really nice, but not super talkative. All in, this is a great boba option if you are in the area! Highly recommend! read more

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Great place for boba in Omaha! I love all the different flavors and boba that they have and how you can mix and match it. The staff are always nice and I love that there's a lot of seating in this location. The artwork on the wall is so cool too! I always get the taro milk tea with tapioca pearls and it's always so tasty! read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Taro milk tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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This is our go-to for boba when we visit Omaha. Our family visits so often the staff know their order. The drinks are always amazing and the staff is friendly and efficient. Its central downtown location makes this an easy place to grab a boba and snack. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Taro slush - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Fast friendly service ..extremely clean and spacious...loved the retro vibe ...busy place and great staff..I had the chai tea..my friend had a Hawaiian sunset...DELISH! Creamy and fresh cold deliciousness...they offer food menu as well ...loved it read more

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I have been coming to Thirst-Tea for years and always get the P1- Strawberry! It is so so so good! My boyfriend also loved it. It is strawberry with strawberry popping boba. I have also come here throughout the years with friends, and they are normally very fast even when it is very busy! The place isn't very big, so there isn't much seating. I normally always go grab it and then walk around Midtown/downtown. They have tons of drinks options and they are willing to give suggestions if you are unsure of what you want to get or would like! I really love Thirst-Tea and will definitely continue to keep coming! If you want some amazing boba tea in Omaha this is a great place to go to. You won't regret it! read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - P1. Strawberry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Thirst tea is in my weekly rotation, i have high expectations for my boba and this place is affordable and delish. My favs are unique drinks, peachee and Hawaiian sunset. Service is fast, place is clean, fulfills my boba cravings every time. Would recommend read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Friendly service, good variety and options of drinks hot and cold, lots of boba's , lemonade and others read more

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For the past 10 years, I've been getting the same drink. I've tried different ones here and there, having tried all of the drinks on the milky menu. I decided to try something new and got the tiger latte. It was soooo good. It has a taste similar to coffee. The staff are always really friendly and the inside is so cool. There is paid street parking and a parking garage. If you take your garage ticket to thirst tea and get it validated by the cashier, your parking will be free! I can't remember for how many hours though, but at least 2 hours forsure! read more

Love walking here and around turner park on a nice day. They've got an excellent selection of boba and I've yet to have anything that was less than good. Very reasonably priced for boba as well read more

A lot of boba options and cute location. This is a nice place to stop at to satisfy a craving or hangout. Located in Midtown and lots of other restaurants near to try, plus a park is in walking distance. read more

Always a delicious experience. Today we stuck with just a snack after school. I got a Yoshi onigiri (kani/crab and seaweed) for the first time. My go to is usually the kimchi one. This was a pleasant alternative and definitely will get again. My youngest got the seaweed onigiri and enjoys the kick from the house sauce that comes with each one. My oldest decided on the avocado onigiri today. It did its job convincing him something different is actually wonderful sometimes and converted him into an onigiri lover even asking for a second one. Prices are decent for what they offer. The vibe is always chill when we come even when they had a line out the door. Today was a small crowd of just us as the previous customers left. They did open up their indoor seating which was closed down and dismantled last time we came in so we got to enjoy eating in. I will say there was a weird odor in the building today not typical to our visits. However that won't deter us from coming back. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Onigiri 02. Seaweed - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I stopped in here for a quick drink and it did not disappoint! I got a peach tea and it was delicious and perfect for these hot summer days. I will say it's a little sweet so I would request 50 or 75% sugar to make it a little more tolerable. Drinks were served quickly and the area this store was in is perfect for a little walk with your bubble tea! read more

Yummy and fast drinks. Love the view of downtown, as well. I recommend the Tiger Milk. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Tiger Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

All the guys in Omaha are really really thirsty, but all the girls avoid them by hanging out at Thirst Tea! Now this was not my FIRST TEA It's deffo not the WORST TEA And once I was IMMERSED TEA I really enjoyed THIRST TEA Sometimes I think I'm CURSED TEA My Bubble (tea) has BURST TEA And all my dreams DISPERSED TEA At least I still have THIRST TEA It's not limp like FRED DURST TEA Not big like my BRATWURST TEA And I got dragged here, was COERCED TEA But I still enjoyed THIRST TEA I came in here on a Wednesday morning... no, it was the day after. It was a Thirstea morning. Pretty nice and spacious bubble tea shop located on the wonderful and gorgeous west end of the lovely Midtown Crossing circle west of downtown Omaha. The products aren't amazing but they are pretty good and there's lots of cute customers and various different interesting menu choices. It's a good Boba shop and I enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to bringing Barbie Here and exploring to see if they are more towards the five or more towards a 4-star, as I was torn between these two ratings. But because it is in Omaha I will give them five stars. Because it's really not got a lot of great options around here so it's good that they are of a pretty good standard I know you've probably been to like Thirstea thousand other boba places, but this one is worth your time! read more

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Boba was adequate. However, the food service is way too slow. I have come here on two separate occasions and it always takes approximately 20-30 min to get my Takoyaki and Onigiri. read more

My favorite spot in Omaha for bubble tea! Whatever you are looking for in terms of bubble milk tea, they will have it. There are two locations, but I can only speak for this location....it is always friendly, quick, and never out of boba. Thirst Tea has quickly become my favorite for bubble tea for one main reason... consistency. I have never been here and been disappointed by being out of boba, or sub-par quality. Some of the other bubble milk tea shops around Omaha are great, but are often out of boba, certain flavors, but never Thirst Tea! Thirst Tea offers all the flavors (coconut, taro, lavender, strawberry, mango...etc) plus so many specialty flavors (too many to list!). read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Coconut Milk Tea with Boba - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Boba and tea is nice. Inside has a lot of seating but unfortunately, their free wifi does not work. Service was straight to the point and quick. Recommend if you're nearby but not the best place to do some work here. read more

Went to thirsttea quick between classes! We were in and out in less than 10 minutes. My friends enjoyed the milk tea with boba, chai tea with boba and passion fruit with boba. I thought my boba was a little over cooked, a little mushy!All were good, quick service, friendly staff, many options. They have more than their staple drinks too with a few appetizers, I will have to try next time! read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Passion Fruit, Chai, Milk tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Came in toward the end of the night and overheard the boss tell the employees to be more "stingy" with the boba portions. A few of us heard it in line and were totally shocked this guy was skimping on the portions. Seems like they need new management. read more

5 stars because it's hard to find boba tea in Omaha. This is located right down the street from me and they are open late enough to satisfy my cravings! My favorite is the Thai tea with bobas. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - M5. Thai Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

My buddy and I are boba lovers and we normally enjoy it at least once a week. So it was natural that during our brief visit to Omaha that we would stop by and grab one to go before heading back to Chicago on our road trip. This spot is huge and clean. It looks like a great place for folks to come and study when other coffee shops become too packed to accommodate them. There were four people working in the back taking our orders and making our drinks. We honestly had our reservations given that this is Nebraska. But Thirst-Tea blew us away with its quality tea and chewy boba. I was a huge fan of their Oolong Milk Tea as it had the a great mix of both without being too sugary. The boba was very soft, and depending on your preference, can really be a good thing. Even after 30 minutes of getting my drink, it was still good! I love it when a boba drink is made well and can last long since it takes me a bit to drink. If I am ever back in Omaha, I will definitely make it a point to drop by this spot again. read more

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Went here around 1pm on a Sunday. There were 2 other groups in front of us. The service was quick. Decent vibe. It prob didn't help that the seating was basically non-existent (thanks to covid I'm sure). Both drinks with tax was under $10. I got the large D5 which is a dark lychee with aloe jelly. The dark is with black tea. A light would be with green tea. My bf got the M5 which is a regular size milky taro with boba. Both were really good. His milky taro with boba was particularly excellent. Side note: we both normally get 50-75% sweetness but both got regular sugar this time. It was NOT overly sweet like some places. We will definitely go back. read more

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Boba (bubble tea) isn't really a thing I ever find myself craving, so I'm by no means an authority on the topic. That said, there's something whimsical about the fat straw and small balls of tapioca that you just have to love. And if you love boba, you've likely already been here, since Thirst-Tea is Omaha's only dedicated bubble tea shop... at the time of this writing. Bonus that you get to stare at a giant fruit mural while snacking and sipping. Definitely a kid-friendly spot as well. Boba is essentially made for kids (or kids at heart). Shoot, it's a sweet drink with chewy gummies. Nuff said. But don't get me wrong, there are items on the menu that will appeal to an adult palette as well (matcha green tea!) As well as food snacks. At first glance, you might not think a shop like this could sustain itself in Omaha... and at Midtown Crossing no less... but that just speaks to the uniqueness of Thirst-Tea. Drink up. read more

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Whenever I hit a new town, first thing I do is search for a boba (not bubble) tea place. It gives me an idea of how diverse the area is. Found this place in yelp and as soon as I saw the area, I know this will be my go-to if drinks are at least half decent. The store front is clean, clear & plenty outdoor seating ...best of all, a quaint little park across the street I ordered an item NOT on the menu: avocado slushee and they were gracious enough to make one anyway. The slushee got good flavor, not too sweet AND the boba have just the right chewy texture! Definitely a come back again soon ...maybe even later on this afternoon read more

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So delicious First time having Thai tea boba and it was FABULOUS. The staff were so helpful and friendly in helping me decide which milk tea boba to get!! Will definitely come back read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Thai tea boba - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

There's something for everyone here! In addition to classic Thai teas, they have fruity versions with popping boba as well as slushees. Quick service and nice location for walking around outside. The food snacks are great too. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

This is my favorite bubble tea place!!! Best in Omaha, I've been coming here for years.

I've been to Thirst-Tea so many times, yet never thought to review it until today?! Bad Elite Yelper, bad! Thirst-Tea is located on the edge of Midtown, before hitting downtown. They are located behind a busy street, in a trendy little complex of restaurants and bars. Parking is limited, and also metered..although it is free on the weekends, which of course is the busiest time in the area! Thirst-Tea has an extensive menu of boba teas-from unique blends, to the usual suspects, to delicious milky teas. They also have a limited menu of snacks-gyoza, Chinese crullers drenched in condensed milk (SO GOOD!) edamame, etc. I've only sampled the crullers from the menu, the rest I will have to try at another time. Normally I come here to grab teas and then leave..but mentally have made the note to check out the rest of the food offerings! Since it's so popular and has a limited staff, wait times can be anywhere from 5 mins to 20/25ish. There is almost always a line snaking its way from the door to the back near the restrooms. So be aware of this if you are on a time crunch! It picks up from midday all the way to close, with weekends being the absolute busiest. I am a creature of comfort, and always get Thai tea with extra boba. The Thai tea is smooth, creamy, and a cheerful bright orange. It is one of only two drinks on the menu that are not vegan as it is made with half/half instead of the coconut creamer they use in the other drinks. So vegans, keep that in mind! It's a mild, light flavor and is very refreshing. The bobas are chewy and delicious, and add a fun texture to the drink. Love it! Prices are pretty average-they have two sizes, regular and large, and prices range from $3.25-$4.75 depending on your order. This is a bi weekly indulgence for me, but it can get costly if you visit often! Thirst-tea is a great place to grab drinks, snacks, and either hang out inside if you can snag a table or take them outside to enjoy the fresh air on the patio area. Give it a shot! read more

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I've seen a few of these around Omaha and I enjoy them! They seem to be mostly popular with college and high school students. Most people are going to go in for the Teas. They do offer food, but I've never seen anyone order any. On the Tea Menu, you're got two different types : Fruity Teas and Milk Teas. You can get either type with or without boba. First time I went in, I got a Hawaiian Sunset with Boba and I loved it. It was fruity, sweet and really refreshing! I also got an Island Twist later and loved it just as much. Last week I tried a milk tea and the cashier recommended doing boba with it. I liked the flavor of the milk tea a lot, but I dislike the texture of the Boba with it! Next time is try a milk tea, I won't be trying it with Boba. If you're coming in for the Tea, you might just need to try around a bit to find what you like. The one off of 76th isn't too busy so I like to go there to grab tea and chat or work on homework. read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Milk Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Best spot for bubble tea and onigiri! I make sure to stop where whenever I am in town or even passing thru Omaha. This is probably my favorite place in Omaha given how often I come here. There is so much variety to their menu and they prolly have the best prices for bubble tea! read more

I was very surprised that there was an authentic boba place in midtown Omaha! The boba was a little overcooked but the black milk tea was delicious. Would come back if I'm in the area again read more

The best boba place in Omaha indeed. Located in Midtown crossing where it is next to other fine dining and bar spots. Midtown has parking for first 3 hours free so parking is not a big deal. Quality, can't compare it to boba place in California or NYC but it is decent! Lots of variety to choose from, from hot tea to milky boba, slushies, or just normal tea. The snacks here are affordable and delicious. My favorite is onigiri and crullers. Staffs are friendly and knowledgeable. They are also pretty fast in making drinks. Be aware that this place is very crowded during weekends and evenings, probably usual hang out spot, the wait for drink could range from 10-30 minutes. Happened to me twice. read more

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I've been to this location multiple times and usually the wait time is long because of long lines. Sunday the wait time was only like 3 minutes! I usually get the Coconut Milk or Taro if I don't want anything too sweet. I get the grinch if i'm feeling more fruity and sweet. Island twist is also a good refreshing one with mango jelly! Large is $4.25. Food: 4 stars Price: 4.5 stars Service: 3.5 stars Cleanliness: 3.5 stars Overall Experience: 4 stars read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Coconut Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I came here recently with my roommates, they're all big Boba fans! We ordered our drinks and they were done in under 5 minutes. The only complaint is that the boba is over cooked and not the right consistency. read more

What you would expect from a bubble tea place. They also have a small menu available and the food looked good. I would go back to try.

I'm from California but I came to Omaha to visit my cousins and this was the first boba place he took me to. It was pretty good! I got the peachee tea and it did not disappoint. The thai tea is also really good (my cousin got it). Definitely would come back and try the thai tea if I visit Nebraska again! read more

Thirst-Tea Cafe - Peachee tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I am so happy Thirst tea opened back up again, due to COVID19. I missed trying out the different boba teas and other drink and food selections. I recently got to try their Japanese matcha milk tea with boba and my husband tried their Vietnamese coffee with boba. We both asked if they could make our drinks less sweet and they did! Their hours are from 12-9pm! read more

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All around decent spot for boba in Omaha, the missing star is for food. Host/Cashier is generally extremely nice and I appreciate their efficiency. Food is pretty subpar, no matter what I order and I have tried a few things throughout the menu. Really love the mural in the space (pic below). The seating situation is weird, but I am assuming it is a Covid-era situation. Awesome combination of flavours, decent prices, relatively busy almost always and fairly clean. I've only ever had the brown sugar boba pearls and those were decent enough. Just avoid the food, specifically the pork bowl and rolls. read more

One last try for bubble tea on our roadtrip from MN to CO! We were happily surprised that this cute place in Omaha beat the 3 shops we tried in Denver/Boulder. This bubble tea is made with real tea and powdered creamer. Real tea makes the difference! There is a little odd flavor from the powdered creamer. They have a good selection of toppings including pudding, grass jelly, aloe and popping pearls. Not sure? Ask to sample a tooping. We both opted for jasmine milk tea, so I can't speak for the flavored options. Boba was perfectly squishy! Pudding was ok (had an aftertaste). We also tried the takoyaki and seaweed onigiri. Onigiri was tasty, takoyaki was not (too mushy). read more

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