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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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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
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. :)
I discovered Uncharted back in December 2025 while on dinner break for a show at Merrill Auditorium. From the moment I walked in, I fell in love with the atmosphere. It's definitely my kind of vibe. The staff were attentive and not put out when I first came in and were incredibly helpful with giving me suggestions (because everything sounded so good). I ended up leaving my first visit with The Abyss bubble tea and meandered my way back to Merrill. Today, I decided to treat my son to an evening out in Portland, and we swung into Uncharted for a quick tea. He got a small regular brown sugar milk tea and I got a large Kraken. I'm just as smitten with the vibe and the space now as I was back in December, & know that whenever I'm in town I'll be coming in to get a tasty drink to walk around town with. read more
11 months ago
Was walking by and stumbled upon Uncharted Tea, and honestly had no idea what I was walking up the steps to but I'm so glad I checked it out. There were so many interesting drinks to choose from, but luckily the workers were friendly and super helpful in guiding me. The commitment to the nautical theme is adorable, and all the clever drink names made the menu fun to read. I also love how many books and games they have available, it feels like a cozy little hangout spot you could easily lose track of time in. I got the Leviathan, which is nitro coffee, taro, oat milk, simple syrup, and boba. I'm picky with boba, and let me just say... I was actually impressed. The texture and flavor were on point. There were so many other drinks I wanted to try, so I'll definitely be back. read more
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! read more
1 month ago
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8 months ago
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 read more
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. read more
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. read more
3 years ago
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. read more
11 months ago
3 years ago
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! read more
1 year ago
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! read more
2 years ago
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. read more
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 read more
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. :) read more
4 years ago
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! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
5 years ago
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 read more
I dropped by this boba tea shop having reading the reviews on Yelp. It was about a 15 minute walk from Exchange Street so it's definitely a hike. The tea shop was definitely contemporary and cute. After looking through the menu, I decided to try the Zephyr boba tea since I like osmanthus a lot. It is made with osmanthus tea, macadamia milk, boba, and brown sugar. The boba tea was unfortunately very disappointing. First of, how can a boba tea not have any ice? More importantly, the boba was very chewy and way undercooked. read more
If I lived in Portland, I would be here allll the time! This may be one of my favorite bubble tea shops I've ever been to. The menu has so many creative flavor combinations and I love that everything is sea-themed. They also have great toasts and mochi ice cream. The employees were so friendly and wonderful. There's ample comfortable seating as well. Highly recommend getting a treat here on your Maine vacay! read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Cute place with board games and spots to sit, chat, and enjoy tea. What an awesome find! Oh and I felt like their drinks were both delicious and creative. read more
I got the Kraken (Thai tea with no boba). The staff was friendly and quick and handled the fairly long line with ease. My drink was tasty. The only downside is this place is super cold! I had planned to hang out and read a bit but it was freezing inside so I decided to take my drink to go. They have a bunch of games so this could be a good spot to meet up with friends as long as you bundle up. read more
Super cute boba spot in Maine. I was in Maine for a day trip and was surprised to find this boba spot in town. There's metered street parking. I really liked the original drink flavors and the option to build your own drink. They make many of the drinks with oat milk by default so that was a pleasant surprise. The indoor seating spots were super cute! Got there in the afternoon rush so we didn't sit in, but would definitely try to next time we are in town. read more
3 years ago
Friend's kid wanted a Boba tea bad! So off we went to do a pickup. We got (4) teas. They were wonderful but they did run out of boba and we didn't have ten minutes to wait. The barista suggested lychee jelly instead because it was just as chewy as boba. Unfortunately what we didn't account for was the additional lychee flavor added to the drink. Unfortunately not a combo I'd appreciate. read more
6 years ago
During the starts of COVID I was out with my daughter running errands. She said she was craving bubble tea! I said, " Oh I just saw something about a bubble tea place on FB but I am not sure if they are open or if they are maybe doing curbside" She was on it! Found their web page placed our orders and paid for it all on line! We did find the location but had to loop the block a few times so I could park and she run into grab our take out order. We enjoyed them! read more
2 years ago
Superb! Love the mushroom hero tea. Will definitely be back to try the food. Love that they're open later that most spots but they're only open till 7, not 8. Laptop friendly, awesome staff! read more
When I first walked in, I was welcomed with a smile by 2 people at the counter. The service was fast and they have such a variety to pick from here. My drink was delicious, and I question if I got the wrong boba though. The chart says Strawberry Boba, but I think what I got was Tapioca as it was really chewy and didnt taste like strawberry itself. This place is definitely a really good tea spot. Also seems to be the go-to spot for some people to hang out or do their work at. There were different spots and areas where you could sit that was spread around. This is definitely a walk-up to building as it's right on Congress Street with constant traffic and only a few available street parking spots if you're lucky. They didn't have anything available in the fridge, but they had labels for some quick grab to go foods, too. read more
5 years ago
A sunny café setting with beautiful wood and copper tables. The workers aren't harried and are friendly to each customer. If it gets busy the line flow to the counter is cumbersome (moving the couch might help) About $5 for a bubble tea with a variety of flavors. The tea is fresh brewed in an espresso type machine. The tapioca "bubbles" are just right. Flavors are pretty good but since they're made with a syrup it has a different effect than the powdered flavors. A hint more cloying for my palette I guess I'm more accustomed to the first bubble teas I got. Good bubble teas for the price. read more
3 years ago
Great spot in town, not too far from anything else. I like to walk around downtown and then grab boba here. Classic milk tea is always my favorite but they have some other great options as well. Inside is really nice, lots of seating and games as well to play while waiting for your order. Great location, great service, great boba! read more
Great service and unique options! I ordered a Sea Smoke With Maple Syrup and oat milk! The drink was good but definitely has a smoky aftertaste. There are many options to choose from and you can even create a custom drink. They offer seaweed tea and a variety of milks to choose from! read more
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662 Congress St
Portland, ME 04101
Arts District, West End
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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…
