This is a review on the milk teas specifically. I got the black oolong milk tea specifically, 50% sugar with boba. I'm not really sure what I'm drinking to be honest... is it a black tea, is it an oolong? Not really sure as the tea flavor isn't very strong (I prefer stronger teas, so it's just a personal opinion). The boba is good (good texture). Flavor wise it has a weird artificial taste, I can't really put my finger on it, maybe it's the sweetener or something. Overall, not too bad but not the best. I think I will get the smoothies next time. read more

Drinks are amazing, fresh boba. Customer service is great,attentive, friendly, dog friendly too!! So much space too! Love it def have come a few times! Have brought some friends too!!def recommend coming. Clean space! read more

It was really hot today and I really wanted an ice-cold refreshing drink, so I ordered the Banana Cream Pie smoothie. It was made with a whole banana and had a hint of cinnamon. The staff were helpful in recommending it to be made with oat milk because of my lactose intolerance. The Abuelita Cold Brew my friend ordered was also recommended by our friendly cashier as the favorite of the cold brews. The drink was visually appealing with its whipped cream topping and chocolate syrup that coated the cup. He enjoyed it as well with its robust coffee and cinnamon flavor. I noticed that they sell empanadas now, but we didn't try those because we weren't hungry at the time. Overall, a great experience again. read more

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I feel like this boba place gets a lot of hate for people who don't know how to read or use their mouth. There's so many complaints about an extra charge for your choice of add ons. Did you expect it to come free? I'm sure there's a sign that has the extra fees noted for your changes. Don't see a sign? ASK. I've been to this place at least 6 times and have had only one issue with my drink. In fact, it's the only place that I know in Redlands that has you try your drink to make sure if you like it before you leave with it. There's one time my drink tasted off and I asked for a little more sweetener. The barista immediately took the drink and happily obliged. Also, anyone who gets offended by there flag, it's 2026, GROW UP. I love how accepting they are of anyone. We need more of that. read more

This place is underrated. Prices are higher, but my Taro Smoothie w/ boba was worth it. Very smooth and delicious. The two staff ladies were very friendly. I love the ambiance in here. Very minimal and aesthetic. I would study here if I was a student because they have many outlets. Definitely recommend this place. Also, there was nobody here on Friday around 7:45pm. Taro Smoothie: 4.5/5 read more

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We ordered the moon milk drinks. It is milk with lavender syrup, blue tea and a touch of sea form. My moon milk was smooth and refreshing. Service was prompt and attentive. Ambiance was inviting and I would come back to this place. read more

Viva La Boba - Moon milk - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Such a cool, cozy boba shop! It's the perfect study spot- quiet, relaxing, spacious. They have amazing art on display from various talented creators, all of which tie into their theme very well! There's also a mini library with books available to check-out via QR code, a small potted succulent garden all of which are for sale, and posters for upcoming events! Staff are friendly and provided wonderful customer service. The employee at the register offered help and said to feel free asking any questions. They gave me recommendations and also informed me that I can customize the drinks with different flavored syrups The drinks themselves were delicious. I had the mango black tea, which had a very strong, distinct mango flavor and a good amount of caffeine as well. It was refreshing, perfect for the weather read more

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Ordered a large milk tea and a milk with boba for the kiddo. Barely tested any tea and both cups had dismal amounts of boba in it. Tasteless and cost me $13. read more

Clean with friendly staff & most importantly delicious drinks. We added cbd to our drink which was a nice treat. read more

Viva La Boba - Can't remember the names but one was matcha and the other was a banana drink. 10/10 for both. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Stopped in my nephews niece and daughter to try this little gem! My nephews got a Oreo shake which they both downed within a matter of minutes and said it was delicious. My niece got a mango tea boba and she loved it!!! And for me and my little we shared a Thai tea boba and that was divine! It's big inside and clean and the lady at the counter was so sweet! When I'm back in the area I will definitely be stopping back In read more

Okay ........... I'm a coffee drinker. So when you look at their menu board, see my pic, you can tell I'm out of my element. Well, sort of. When I was thinking about my order, I declared my preference and they were very quick to accommodate me. But I asked for something outside my comfort zone ............. I (really they did) choose wisely. The owners were very friendly, helpful and engaging. The vibe was very energizing (just a side note: I there for a community event. This was one of many they participate in. If you check out their other social media pics, you'll they are quite engage with the local community.) While I (I mean they) choose wisely for my drink, when you look at the menu board, you'd hard press to not find "your" drink there. Their variety could be endless. The building has been around for over 100 years, and while it's been renovated, it still has that rustic charm. And better yet, they have a billion (maybe not, but still a bunch of) electric wall outlets by their tables. The upper windows let in a great deal of natural light. I (I mean they) choose a Thai Tea Milk something with boba balls (tapioca pearls). My drink was sweet, but not too sweet, refreshing (must be the Thai thing going on) and creamy. It came with the super wide straw for pulling up the boba balls. These were very chewy. It was a good drink. There are a variety of snacks/food items served, see my pic. Later on, I'll be back for a homemade peanut butter cookie - yum (from a licensed home kitchen). As you can see from pic, they also cater from their trailer. So that you're not disappointed, check out their open days and hours. read more

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I was craving boba and I saw Viva La Boba. I was like when did this opened? I thought I would give it a try. It's across the street from Krak Boba. So first impressions was hmmm, ok. Yeah ordered my boba it was kind of late like almost 9pm so I ordered a small instead of a larger size. Was not very impressed with the boba nor the milk tea. It was just ok. Basically, I would care to go back to it I guess. Nothing to do with the server or the place. It's just didn't have anything special for me to go back to. Maybe great for a study place? Idk. The place is clean... read more

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That's where I got the vegan cookies by Ugly Oats in Redlands. The staff (Elisa) was wonderful answering my questions. Definitely will come back for the drinks next time visit since Viva La Boba has oat milk option for dairy-free. Cafe has nice seatings inside as well. Thank you! read more

Viva La Boba is one of the best coffee shops in the Inland Empire and their Redlands location is a wonderful example of the region hospitality. Every time you go in there the person behind the counter and the people in the shop are going to be in a good mood and want the community to feel that welcome. A place for great vibes, excellent ac and bomb drinks. read more

Don't take cash, frustrating and do not recommend. Go to another boba spot instead, would probably have better customer service.

First time stopping in and I was underwhelmed. The actual store and staff were great. I got a fruit tea and it was super watery. The boba was fresh but had a thicker texture than what I prefer. I might be willing to try other drinks, but for the price ($7+ for the small size), I'll probably find other sources of boba. read more

This place is so cute!! A peaceful, calm atmosphere to study or hang out I love that they hold events in their community and support other small business owners! We need more places like this. The workers are so kind, and their cookies are bomb too! read more

Was there for their drag bingo day! I love love loveee having a new safe & inclusive third space plus the lavender Jamaica was so refreshing! I've had nothing but great service while there so I'll def be coming back! read more

Had a chance to try this spot during one of their community events that involved beads and boba. The group that hosted the boba & beads event was partner with community health worker Native American grant. We all got to try one drink for free and make these awesome beaded keychains. My four year old also joined in and had a lot of fun. Drinks were delicious and yummy. Would def come out for another event and other drinks in the near future. read more

Ok so the boba isn't ready until 12:45 here everyday because THEY MAKE IT FRESH EVERY SINGLE DAY now it makes sense why I'm completely addicted and I just found out the boba is literally from Taiwan. So this place continues to amaze me like serious quality over quantity. I've been 4x now and they're like consistently sweet and the vibe is great. If you want great quality boba just come in the afternoon read more

I'm sooo excited to have a viva la boba in Redlands! They make the BEST drinks hands down, and are exceptionally friendly every time we come. I love their unique and expansive selection of drinks, and that there are endless possibilities for customizations. My favorites are the moonmilk and the taro cold brew. Out of the many boba places in town, this is THE spot! read more

Viva La Boba - Moonmilk with strawberry jellies, moonmilk with boba, thai tea with boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

super yummy homemade syrups! I got a green tea with passion fruit and strawberry syrup and it was so good. love that they support local lgbtq community through events (dance classes and drag shows and pride)! ‍‍ read more

This was such a treat and surprise to discover! Came here to the J-Hope cupsleeve event by Inland Empire BTS Army group, just before Hobi's LA concert in April. The drinks here are amazing! A nice spot big enough to hold an event, several booths with enough seating too. Not bad! They are very much a customizable drink spot. I tried their jamaica juice with strawberry syrup and boba. Perfect and no caffeine! I also got a drink to-go, the seasonal special date molasses cream with brown sugar syrup black tea and boba!! So good!! My husband loved it. Looking forward to coming back here! read more

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Love this place! I appreciate that the boba is made every day! Also the owner is so cool and the ambiance is chill

You know it's going to be a good time when you get hit with the wonderful smell of fresh boba right when you walk in the door. I grew up in Rowland Heights so let's just say I have a high standard when it comes to my boba and tea. Ever since moving to Redlands, I have been anticipating the arrival of Viva La Boba. It was worth the wait! First off, the space is beautifully designed - bright and open, with plenty of comfortable seating (and different seating options). It's a great place to study or work. There are a ton of outlets to plug in your laptop and the wifi is fast. They have a huge menu with a great selection of unique drinks. I've tried a handful of them and so far my favorite is the PB&J. The staff is also friendly and super helpful. If you're getting boba anywhere in the IE, definitely worth checking out Viva La Boba Redlands or San Bernardino! :) read more

Viva La Boba - Cute photo op/serving window outside - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Viva La Boba is hands down my favorite spot in town! The drinks are so delicious, and they have such a wide variety--from refreshing teas and creamy milk options to unique seasonal specials that always hit the spot. The vibe here is unmatched--the ambience is chill, welcoming, and just makes you want to hang out for a while. But what really makes this place special is the staff. Everyone is genuinely friendly, warm, and treats you like family the moment you walk in. They're always so generous and go out of their way to make sure you're happy with your order. You can feel the passion and care behind everything they serve. Whether you're a regular or visiting for the first time, Viva La Boba is the place to go. Flavor, atmosphere, and amazing people--what more could you want? read more

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Get your Boba oven behind in here. They have a huge variety on the menu. Black tea, fruit, tea, slushy, smoothies, coffee, seasonal flavors, baked goods, breakfast sandwiches. For vegans they have oat milk. Gluten-free, they have a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. The space has a great feeling and there's plenty of space to sit down and study and stay a while. The customer service was great. The woman that helped me was ready and willing to answer questions and make suggestions. I will definitely be back. read more

Viva La Boba - Cute lid and sustainable straw - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

My husband and I had coupons for Viva La Boba, so we decided to check it out. Upon entering, I was surprised by how spacious the shop is. There is plenty of lighting, space, and outlets for people to work here should they need a spot. Lots of different drink options. I ordered the Jamaica iced tea and added boba (I loved that I could get this unsweetened). I wish they had more options to be decaf and unsweetened. My husband ordered a Thai milk tea with boba. His milk tea was perfectly creamy. The staff here were friendly and quick. I would recommend if you're looking for some boba! read more

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Love this place so much! 10/10 recommend! So clean and delicious boba. The staff is absolutely so sweet and helpful. Can't wait til I can come back again! read more

Can someone please explain why do they have all of these hidden charges without disclosing them when you order, li extra for milk? After I asked the cashier she said that's how it is like what ? Never again coming here I feel like they stole from me I also want to mention that parking here is bad and the horchata boba does not taste like horchata Save your money ppl and go somewhere else read more

Viva La Boba - Overcharging ?? - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Amazing drinks and an even better atmosphere!! The service is great and friendlier than you will find at a chain boba shop. They often host events, and every one I've been to has been an amazing time surrounded with the sweetest people. This is a great addition for Redlands downtown. read more

Viva La Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

I am thrilled Viva La Boba has expanded! I've visited their San Bernardino location a handful of times when visiting friends in the IE and am excited this Redlands location has opened! My friends live much closer to this location and we visited during their soft opening. Having visited before I knew which drinks I like, but I decided to try something new! I wanted something creamy and caramel-y. With the help of the barista, I was recommended a horchata with caramel. The sweet and creamy horchata was elevated by the caramel, making it deliciously rich. Thank you to the friendly and helpful staff for the recommendation! The modern minimalist design with lots of comfortable seating is a great vibe for catching up with friends, or getting some work done. Street parking was fairly easy on Stuart, and on our next visit to Redlands we will definitely be returning! Looking forward to them officially opening! read more

Viva La Boba - Horchata with caramel - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Having been to many boba and tea shops in the greater LA area it's always great to find another one to try! Maybe it's because they are still not fully open (no square space online ordering available for this location) but the menu in the store is cryptic at best. Just the name of the drink and no description of what it is or how much it costs. Furthermore at nearly 2:30pm on a Saturday they didn't even have brown sugar boba as a topping which is bizarre given the name of the shop. The thai tea which many people have said is great at the SB location tasted terrible. Turns out I was charged extra for the heavy cream (not even condensed milk which is what I'd assume to get) for a whopping 90 cents more. The thai tea itself tastes basically like water with no sweetness and barely any spices detectable. Moving on to the smoothie. This one isn't as bad as the other drink but still tastes way too sweet. It's also a mystery as to how it's vegan and what the base plant based milk used was. The cashier never mentioned if the sweetness could be controlled in either drink nor is it mentioned anywhere in the store. It's a nice place and ambiance overall inside for sure. However after dropping nearly $14.50 on two 16 Oz drinks (without even boba which wasn't available) this doesn't feel premium luxuiorus or worth the price. Having been to various locations in SGV where the teas taste fresh premium and high quality this isn't one of them. At best you could say they are barely on par with kung fu tea down the street which is sad when you factor in their price. Hope they can improve. I'd move on to another location unfortunately. read more

Viva La Boba - Thai tea and Pina colada smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Love this shop. The drinks and boba are always fresh and delicious, and service is always very friendly. I also love the support of the local community and the events they put on! I'll keep coming back again and again. read more

We had such a great experience at Viva La Boba. The protein shake with boba was delicious. It was also such a great environment with a very clean restroom. I give it an 11/10. Thank You. read more

I'm so excited that this location is finally open! I like that they are ran by locals so they truly care and give back to the community! Their staff is also super friendly and accommodating! They always offer to adjust my drinks if it's not to my liking, which is never a case! The drinks are always spot on! I love that this location has plenty of seating and is unique from the SB location. It definitely embodies the small town charm and spirit that Redlands has always proudly claimed. They are also literally a block from the Downtown Redlands Arrow station so you can grab a drink or two to keep you hydrated and energized for your trip! This location also has two signature drinks the Orange Blossom and the RFM Creamsicle! I highly recommend the RFM Creamsicle, not only is it super refreshing but a portion of its proceeds go to a fantastic cause in helping the unhoused! Definitely check them out! read more

Viva La Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Redlands, California

Have been to both locations (Redlands and San Bernardino) and have nothing but good things to say. I am very big on customer service and I was very happy with customer service at both locations. Was greeted immediately, given patient suggestions when I asked for them,and received really good drinks. Highly recommend to all, unless you're a bigot. read more

Such kind customer service! Recommended black tea lychee tea with jellies and it's my new go-to. It's such a cool vibe in there where I can do some computer work and enjoy my drink. Will come again! And the bathrooms are clean! read more

Amazing customer service and the ultimate community driven third space where everyone is met with nothing but kindness thanks so much VIVA LA BOBA read more

I've been going to Viva since they first opened up in San Bernardino. My favorite drink is IE sunset that's sooooo refreshing to drink during the summer! Thank you for coming to Redlands and creating an inclusive space! read more