There's been a huge rise of bubble tea places and I'm definitely not complaining. I enjoy trying…read morenew places and finding new exciting flavors. This place has some similarities to others I've been but also has some new concept ones as well. Came here one day with my kids and wife. She had her favorite of milk tea with Oreo foam. She ordered hers without sugar and I thought it was good, but for me, I would get it normal. My kids went for some fruity drinks (one was a grapefruit and I forget the other). The grapefruit was delicious. It came with a slice of grapefruit inside to make it look nice. This is something I haven't really seen at many other places before. Location is nice for people that live or work in center city, but the traffic around here is horrendous. This is my kids favorite place because of the cup, so most likely, I will be back (or have my wife grab some stuff for them before heading home from work)

Tsaocaa is usually great, but I wouldn't recommend this one. My order was half empty upon arrival…read more(yikes) and the crane games are so loud. My friends drink was great (and full!) though.

The prices here right now are insanely cheap for some boba compared to anywhere else in the…read morecity--or anywhere else I've been period. Not sure why exactly it's such a great value but I'm not complaining. I've tried a couple of their milk teas and it's been completely fine. The space is also nice and cozy. They have wifi, and I've gotten some work done here. They also stay open pretty late. There honestly isn't any other good boba in this area to my knowledge unless you are making it out to chinatown or university city. Definitely recommend checking it out!

I often crave milk tea with boba and Tea House Cafe didn't disappoint! The Pearl Milk Tea was…read moreperfect with a generous amount of boba. When you order, you'll be asked if you want to adjust the ice and sweetness level. I personally get less ice and normal sweetness. In hindsight, I would have done normal ice as the boba that goes in is hot. The space is clean, simple, and comes with a few tables and chairs. There are plenty of outlets with easy access and free Wi-Fi.

Sleeper hit at BB Tea House. I did not expect to like it this much…read more Ordered a dragon fruit bubble tea and their house banh mi. The drink was refreshing and fruity with a natural tartness from the dragon fruit. Not overly sweet even though I forgot to ask for less sugar. Their 100 percent sugar tastes more like 75 percent, which I actually liked since I usually go for 50. The boba had a nice chew and was not overly sweet either. The banh mi was really solid. Crispy toasted bread on the outside, soft inside, with a good balance of savory meat, pickled veggies, and fresh herbs. Bright, tangy, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Went around 1:30 so technically past lunch, but it was still busy. There was a bit of a line and people kept crowding or cutting, but the staff were working fast and getting orders out efficiently. They also have a small front area with grab and go items like bottled drinks, spring rolls, and other snacks. There is even a heated case with fried items by the register. Did not try those this time but definitely will next visit. Seating is limited, more of a quick stop spot, but perfect for a casual bite. Overall really good. Great flavors, good portions, and faster service than expected for how busy it gets. Definitely coming back.

I've been here multiple times! If you can get past the craziness of the parking lot, this is a…read moreplace you can find a lot of good Vietnamese snacks. We love the Egg Foam Coffee! Other drinks are good too. They have decent banh mi sandwiches and a lot of variety. We love going to see what kind of treats they have available. The Che Troi Nuoc is something I always get there. I totally recommend this place, there is something for everyone if they like Vietnamese treats!

Sharetea is a chain, so I expected a pretty generic taste, but I was pleasantly surprised. I like…read morethat this location feels a bit more individual, though I think I may have ordered the wrong drink. I got the grapefruit Earl Grey seasonal drink with aloe. The first sip was refreshing with the grapefruit flavor, but the Earl Grey and bergamot quickly took over and became incredibly strong. It ended up tasting a little too bitter, yet also a bit too sweet, even though I ordered it with half sugar. The shop was a little messy, though I couldn't tell if that was because of the Halloween decorations. There's a self-service ordering kiosk at the front, and the staff were fast and friendly. The space is brightly lit with a cute backdrop for taking pictures with your drink. I'm definitely coming back to try a different flavor. If the Earl Grey is this bold, I'm curious to see how their other teas compare.

They refused to let me use the bathroom after I purchased some Tea. They said they just cleaned it…read more I pleaded I really had to go and asked for the manager which they said there was none. I'm never coming back....

First time visiting Bambu here in Philly! I've been to a few locations in the SF Bay area already,…read moreso I am already well familiar with the franchise generally. Shop is on the smaller side, but definitely clean and appealing. Love having Vietnamese music videos on the screen that are chiller and a nice change of pace from other places that are showing sensory overloading K-Pop or anime. Definitely less distracting when eating in. Our group ordered a ton of different things, but I got the #13 Ube Halo Halo. I've had the real stuff in the Philippines, and this was pretty good! We asked for an extra cup to share too, and were able to get that, along with our desserts within minutes of ordering. Not too busy on a Sunday evening, so this place was also a great place to chat. Only 3-4 tables here, so seating can only accommodate smaller groups, especially if there are other groups already.

It's kind of funny that my first review in my new city is for a spot I already know from back home,…read morebut that familiarity is exactly what made me so happy to find it was in my area. It felt like a reliable, consistent, and delicious reminder of home. I ordered the #4 Chè Sương Sa Hạt Lựu, which comes with red tapioca (my favorite!), mung bean, jello, grass jelly, pandan jelly, and coconut milk. The mix of flavors and textures was spot on with chewy, crunchy, smooth, and refreshing elements all in one cup. At first I thought there was a lot of ice but once everything was stirred in, the balance was just right and it kept the dessert cool without diluting the taste. Service was quick and efficient. My order was ready in no time and the staff handled a steady stream of customers with ease. The space itself is small with a few tables and chairs, and it definitely filled up over the hour I was there on a random Monday afternoon. The atmosphere had a casual vibe that made it easy to relax and enjoy my chè without feeling rushed. Overall this was a wonderful first stop to review in my new home and I am already looking forward to coming back!

Was craving some Indonesian treats and this place came up on my search on Indonesian food in…read morePhilly. I didn't have a car so ordered this via UberEats to the hotel. Everything arrived perfectly, no issues. I ordered the sweet Martabak - chocolate, nuts and cheese and the savoury one with egg and ground meat. So good!!

We ordered the Green Tea + KitKat and Pandan + Sweet corn Martabaks for delivery. Both were pretty…read moredelicious, the cake was spongy and not too sweet. The fillings were generous and I loved they added condensed milk to both. Each mini order has 2 pieces which is quite a good sized portion. Everything came packaged very well and still warm so we know it was freshly made.

I ordered a bunch of stuff and I can't believe and ashamed to admit that I would go all the way to…read moreNYC for some of it when we have such good stuff available in Philly! I have never seen Pandan egg tarts anywhere else, so I was super pumped to try those and they were delightful. We got the Taro Bun, Pandan Tart, Red Bean Egg Yolk Puff, Steamed Custard Bun, Pork Floss Cake with Taro, Pandan Sponge Cake Sandwich and my absolute favorites were the Pork Floss Cake with Taro and Red Bean Egg Yolk Puff. It is a bit far from my place so I ordered for delivery and they packed everything very nicely!

Was visiting Philly for the day and looked up Asian bakeries and found this place. The outside art…read moreis very cute and the interior is small and mainly just for ordering. We came around 3/4 pm on the weekend and there was a decent variety of stuff left but I would suggest coming earlier if you can since some things were sold out. We got the cha siu puffs, sweetheart cake, and pandan tarts. The cha siu puffs were a bit dry (tastes best when freshly made). The sweetheart cake was alright, I have definitely had better. The highlight was the pandan tarts - I haven't really seen these anywhere and they tasted great!! My bf and I were tempted to go back to buy more but we were in a rush.

Workers are always very kind and fast! Place is always kept clean and welcoming. Their oolong milk…read moretea is delicious and very consistent. My favorite place to get boba in south philly!

The employee was really really nice! The place was cute and clean and smelled good. The boba itself…read morewas also pretty good. Not too much ice, good amount of boba, and good about of tea. Average price. The boba is a tad chewy but i don't mind. The tea tastes fresh and good

Delicious Asian food open late at night. The service was fast and efficient. The ambience was clean…read moreand stylish. It's not the fanciest of restaurants, but I appreciate how it's open late. I came to this place after arriving late from the airplane ride. The salmon teriyaki bento box was pretty good!

The second time I ordered from here I purchased essentially the same bowl. While the ingredients…read morewere great like before, the biggest change from last time is they really doused the bowl with sauce, so much sauce that everything was soaked in it, giving everything a really pungent flavor. I love ponzu sauce, but not this much! My first bowl was much better.

Let me preface by saying that when I rate bubble tea places, I usually compare them in relation to…read moreKung Fu Tea because Kung Fu Tea's bubble tea isn't the best but it isn't the worst. It's not my go to spot but it's always a safe option when that boba craving hits. And they have a good variety when it comes to milky and fruitier options. For additional context, I usually prefer fruit teas and adjust the sugar level (typically one level below 100% sweetness). After trying a few of their drinks, I would rank Gong Cha as being around the same level as Kung Fu Tea. I like that this location normally makes their drinks starting at the 70% sugar level, which is a plus in my book. Overall, out of the drinks I've tried, there haven't been any standouts that result in me craving Gong Cha when that bubble tea craving hits. But, the drinks I have liked have been pleasant. Drink Ordered: * worth trying - [Lemon Ai-Yu White Pearl]: I think the lemon tastes too artificial but it's less noticeable at the 70% sugar level. I like the ai-yu jelly and white pearl combination though. - [Lemon Wintermelon Basil Seeds*]: I really liked the lemon and wintermelon combination. - [Grapefruit Yogurt Drink with Aloe Vera*]: I liked that this drink was more grapefruit forward compared to other similar drinks from other bubble tea shops. I've also ordered this drink with the white pearl topping, which is an equally good topping option. - [Wintermelon Milk Tea with Aloe Vera*]: There was a small sign on the counter recommending the aloe vera topping with the Wintermelon Milk Tea but I would not personally recommend that combination. I feel like aloe vera pairs better with non-milky drinks. The wintermelon milk tea drink itself was good though and had a really pleasant, fragrant wintermelon aftertaste. It probably would have tasted better with the pearl topping. - [Thai Mango Smoothie]: This is a seasonal summer drink. The mango flavor was light and tasted artificial and had more of a slushy consistency. It comes with passion fruit jelly as the topping. I thought that the drink was very underwhelming. - [Lychee Oolong with Ai-Yu Jelly]: The drink was too sweet but could taste better if it was less sweet. The drink is more oolong tea forward. Would I go back? : Yes, but only if I'm in the mood for it. Mr. Wish, which is one of my favorite bubble tea shops, is in the same plaza and I will almost always choose Mr. Wish over Gong Cha.

Went there on a Saturday with my elderly mom who has never had Boba before. The cashier was beyond…read morerude. He kept cutting us off and rushing to take our order. We were the only customers at the time so this was confusing as there was no line of people waiting. When we got our drinks it was all wrong. I think he messed it up on purpose or because he didn't take the time to clearly take our order the whole thing was so incorrect. This was a major disappointment. Very bad experience for my mom. I will not be coming back to this boba place again nor do I recommend it.