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    Uncharted Tea

    4.5 (131 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Bubble Tea, Tea Rooms
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Fall 2025 Specials
    Caleb M.

    It's been far too long since my wife and I have visited Uncharted Tea. I know we will always get high quality tasty drinks when we stop here. I will say it's always a gamble if we will get close street parking. Also a warning that they have a set of stairs up so may difficult for some to be able to get inside due to this. Once you get inside the order counter will be in front of you and then to both sides will be a variety of seating options. Some tables, a couch and some window seating to watch the hustle and bustle of Portland. Through a partnership with the book store across the street Green Hand Bookshop they have some books for sale too. They do offer some food options here including breakfast toasts and what not but I have only had drinks. Also don't be worried by the name if you don't like tea they do have coffee options available too. If you like tea and especially bubble tea this is a must visit though! Besides their typical offering menu they do specials and that is what got us needing to stop by. I will first give a shout out to their dirty chai, one of the best versions of this I have tried! But the two fall inspired specials we got today were Thai Tea Pumpkin Spice and Nitro Pumpkin Spice. Both were full of flavor and super unique for fall drink specials. The Thai tea had a good mix of that classic flavor that you know if you've tried it with a balanced amount of pumpkin. The Nitro Pumpkin was a delicious cold brew with a punch of pumpkin to it. Both came with boba but you could ask for without if wanted. I would get either of those drinks again but would give a slight edge to the Nitro Pumpkin Spice. Do yourself a favor and stop here for the first time if you haven't checked it out and if it's been awhile revisit!

    Left: Mariana Trench (Taro, Oolong, Oat Milk, Simple Syrup, Boba) Right: Navagio (Earl Grey, Oat Milk, Lavender Vanilla Syrup, Boba)
    Alexandria S.

    Such a cute boba shop. Bright space with lots of seating. Their tea was absolutely delicious and the staff was friendly. I will definitely come back to try more things from the menu

    Avocado Toast with roasted chicken peas, the   Black Pearl, Tami Massif with Mango
    Dianne A.

    Our first experience at Uncharted Tea was to say the least, very pleasant. From the moment we walked in the door, we knew this was a place we would frequent. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful in helping us choose our drinks. I had the Black Pearl which was delicious and fun. I love bubble tea, it's fun!!! My husband got the Tami Massif with Mango. He said many times it was the best he's had. We both had the Avocado Toast with crunch Chick Peas and Harissa Olive Oil. Absolutely the best we've had. There was plenty of seating and windows. The shop is on Congress Street which provides lots of people watching while enjoying your tea and toast. Parking took a while, but was worth it!! This place is definitely a winner.

    Vi L.

    As a tea lover, my friend recommended I come here. I really liked the vibe and open space of this store, and also appreciated the extensive menu that had different than usual bubble tea type options. I got a sailor's paradise since it was caffeine free. It was fine, but the flavors and boba did not stand out to me in any way. My friend got a dirty chai but felt it was excessively sweet. I wish I liked it more than I did.

    Kraken
    Priscilla M.

    I came to check out Uncharted Tea after learning the unfortunate news that my childhood boba spot, Bubble Maineia, had closed down and the owner returned to Taiwan. Uncharted is definitely catering to certain folks, with a sea themed menu and board games around the store for kids to play with. Not the most accessible spot, with a few stairs and doors to get into, and it may be more prudent to walk here if you can rather than try to find parking. I got the Kraken (Thai tea) with boba to cool myself down one day, and found it to be good but nothing crazy. The tapioca pearls were semi sweet but decently chewy. They do have other snacks and mochi, as well as wifi to do work here however there is music playing in addition to the noise of the machines and everything.

    Gabrielle D.

    Loved Uncharted but I do wish it was easier to find parking for. The steps are steep to enter so be aware of that if you have mobility issues. This was my first time seeing a tea-machine that functions like an espresso machine. The teas are great and I wish I could try all the flavors. Highly recommend!

    A selection of books, and people gaming at the table

    This was exactly the vibe I needed to recharge as I explored the city. So many quirky-cozy places to sit and sip, lovely baked goods to complement the bubble tea. They had all the staples you'd expect, and I was very impressed by their unique twist on a good boba. Book and games to pass the time or entertain the kids so you can get a moment of quiet. The staff was helpful and had good suggestions about the menu. I'll be sure to stop by next time I'm in Portland!

    Strawberry Matcha Latte
    Francesca F.

    Ambiance is everything!! The boba is great too-- nice and warm pearls, made fresh for sure! There's a lovely view of bustling downtown Portland here, and the vibe is just super lovely and laid back. A perfect stop for any day trippers or casual boba enthusiasts.

    Great Barrier Reef
    Tyler M.

    Cozy coffee shop, perfect for what was a pretty rainy day in Portland. The turmeric chai latte was a nice balance of sweet and savory and the "great barrier reef" with coconut milk, lychee, mango and boba was a unique take on bubble tea. Surprisingly refreshing on a cold day. 1. Turmeric chai latte - 4/5 2. Great Barrier Reef - 5/5

    Atlantis - matcha, oat milk, simple syrup, boba
    Jane G.

    Although I don't think I'll ever fully hop aboard the boba tea train, Uncharted is undoubtedly the best bubble tea in the area. There's plenty of indoor seating inside a spacious, bright, and homey-feeling interior, and the menu is the perfect amount of extensive. I ordered the Atlantis (matcha) and Mariana Trench (taro), and found the Atlantis to be a better pick. Kinda wish I had just gone for the Kraken (thai tea), but you live some, you learn some. Although I probably should have asked for 125-150% sweetness (which I appreciate that you can do!) I tried to be healthy (questionable), but regretted it, because without the extra sugar, the drink gets watered down pretty easily. Still good, nonetheless. Although I understand that the menu is supposed to have more authentic roots, as compared to Kung Fu Tea, let's say, I do wish they had some flavors (anything chocolate-y or Oreo typically does the trick) that catered to my childlike tastebuds. I have yet to try their food, which features avo toast, deviled egg, and other quick, healthy bites, so looks like I'll have to make another trip. :)

    Mango lychee w coconut milk -- way too sweet and too much ice
    Constance L.

    Gorgeous venue but drink fell short. Detailed breakdown below: **Service, 5/5** Staff was super friendly and drink came out quickly. **Decor & cleanliness, 5/5** Beautiful space with plenty of desk space to do work in natural lighting. **Price & portion, 4/5** Prices are a tad high for the area. **Taste of the food, 2/5** I got the mango and lychee with coconut milk at 75% sweet. Almost half the cup was ice, and the drink was wayyyy too sweet. Even after I let the ice melt, it was overwhelming. I also couldn't taste any coconut milk at all. **Other notes** Straws are compostable which is nice!

    Unsweetened oolong tea with mango and boba (5/5) and Kraken (3/5)
    Katherine S.

    Cute tea shop! Lots of shop special signature teas and also the option to create your own! They options for food as well (toasts, pastries, etc). ~ My husband got the Kraken (3/5). Basically a Thai Tea with boba. The tea flavor was a little weak, and tasted milky. Might be because they use whole milk rather than half and half or cream like most other thai teas we have had. ~I made a custom tea (5/5): Unsweetened oolong with mango and boba. I opted for unsweetened because the mango and the boba would add sweetness, and it was just perfect. ~Morning bun (5/5): hybrid of a cinnamon roll and flaky croissant. SO GOOD

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    I am obsessed with the Posiden drink. So refreshing and perfectly sweet. Some teas give me acid reflux or a stomachache, but never here.

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    Good prices, good drinks, cozy seating and environment (soft music). A little heavy with the gay pride. Service was nice.

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    Ask the Community - Uncharted Tea

    Can I get unsweetened boba tea, or is there sugar/sweeteners in the boba itself?

    All of our drinks are customizable so we can make them sugar free. All of the “toppings” / boba do have some level of sugar to them that we are unable to remove. Our tapioca pearls are unsweetened by default and we add sweetener to them after we… Read more

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    I came here as a treat to myself because I had gone on hikes that were kind of challenging and my…read morefeet hurt so I wanted to get my feet soaked because my foot really hurt. It definitely did help the pain that I was experiencing in my foot. However, I felt like it was really challenging for it to be just right because sometimes it was too hot and then it would cool down. Service Needed some work and could've been better. The latte that I got was really good. It was kind of sweet for a chai latte but not bad.

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