A great stop for a sweet asian treat! I got the shaved snow (two flavors) with pandan and taro snow, and mochi, bubble tea, and a condensed milk drizzle. It was refreshing and not too sweet, and a nice chew from the mochi and boba! The workers were super friendly, helping us decide what to get. It's a bright cheery space and a perfect dessert spot! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - shaved snow (pandan and taro) - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Everything we tried here was great. Can't wait to return to try the shaved ice. Employees were patient while the kiddos decided (no line). We will definitely be back. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Zen Cafe is my go to for boba in the Richmond area. Not only do they have consistently quality drinks, but the service is always friendly and welcoming. I've been back more times than I can count. I definitely recommend considering their seasonal drinks if you're looking to try something new. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Passion fruit green tea with aloe - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I got the Pumpkin Thai with Boba($6). The boba was very fresh with it being warm and chewy. It did some time for the drinks to be made as there was a line, but eventually came out in 10 minutes. The Thai tea had a good sweetness ratio with pumpkin flavoring. Overall a very good boba spot that I will definitely come back to! Drink(50%): 8.7 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 8.0 Overall: 8.2/10 read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

When I tried boba for the first time when I was little, I was given honeydew milk tea, and I loved it. I always got honeydew milk tea until the shop we got it from closed. I haven't really gotten that flavor since then because most places don't have it. I was able to get it here, and it was so nostalgic. It was just the right flavor, and they're generous with their boba. I'll be back to try their other flavors :) read more

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This place is fantastic! Cute inside and everything is made fresh/quickly. I got shaved snow and devoured it before I could take a pic. Can't wait to come back. read more

This is a sea salt coffee with Oreo crumbles absolute 10/10!!!the service in atmosphere is always fantastic we love coming here for breakfast on weekends!! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Sea salt coffee with Oreo crumbles absolutely delicious we love going here for breakfast on the weekends - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Beautiful decoration and chill vibe. Patient and friendly service. Everyone enjoyed their drinks. I tried the honey oolong. This was my first time trying oolong and it was a delicious first impression. The drink was smooth & not too sweet. read more

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There are so many places to get bubble teas these days but this one remains to be our favorite. They have great flavor options with a variety of toppings to keep it interesting. Look at how pretty our drinks are! Left one is the mint chocolate slushy with milk cap; right one is the mango splashy with popping strawberry boba. These definitely put a smile on my daughter! Oh my daughter thinks their shaved ice is the best in town. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Went for the boba tea, stayed for the shaved snow. I'm pretty basic with my boba tea preferences like Thai tea or mango slush so I can practically get it anywhere. The shaved snow is amazing and hard to come by in the area! The portion is generous. You can pick 1-2 flavors, 2 toppings, and a drizzle. The shaved snow is creamy and melts in your mouth. There is no icy texture. Apparently they freeze the flavors in blocks ahead of time so they can shave it when ordered, which is so smart. We were wondering how the orders were prepared so fast. Because of the texture it melts pretty quickly so I would recommend eating it there. They have a few tables inside. Our group stayed and chatted for awhile and we felt welcome. Can't wait to come back, I'm already craving another bowl! read more

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I ordered a junior shaved ice and my husband a large. They were both very big and full of flavor. Came in a big bowl. Had to take the remaining home. People were very friendly and helpful. read more

Hidden gem in Richmond area! The matcha latte is a chefs kiss and they have the best matcha I've had in the Richmond area. Only downfall is that they are located all the way down broad. read more

This is my Boba Tea spot! I love the available options that they have and the Instagram account that they keep up to date. Thanks to Social media, I found out about their Vietnamese Coffee (specialty drink) where you can add some cream foam and additional (coffee) jelly! The post was honestly the reason why I came here and showed them the post of what I wanted haha. It was "I'd like to order exactly what is shown in this picture please." hahaha I love their frequent card that they have going on and it make you want to go back. Also, my other favorite drink is their Mango Slushie with rainbow jelly! It's just sooooooooo good! I wish I can say that I've tried their other flavors but when you have an item that you know that will get you to happiness...why change it? Highly recommend for the boba/jelly drinks. Def my #1 go to. read more

I've been craving soft ice or the mian mian bing texture ever since summer so glad we found this place. Other places I've tried around the area had cute toppings and presentation but coarser ice which was disappointing. We also ordered a lychee slush which was refreshing and oolong tea with pearls at 25 percent sugar and no ice. The guy at the counter was patient when I was considering all the options. There were some places inside to sit as well as outside but it was pretty hot and humid so we chose to stay indoors. All in all a nice summer and July 4th weekend treat! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Mango honeydew shaved ice with pudding and strawberry pocky - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Wonderful staff, the drinks are well made and the ambiance is really cute. Try their mango pomelo drink you won't regret it!

Zen Cafe Treats is amazing. The energy, the atmosphere, the customer service as well. From their milk teas, with options for less sugar, to their shaved snow with oat milk choices, this hidden gem makes me smile. On my recent visit I tried shaved snow for the second time. I got a two flavor bowl: taro and honeydew topped with custard pudding, which tasted a bit like a Thai iced tea, and red beans, which have a subtle sweetness and very slight bean taste which in no way disturbed the snow flavors. It's worth the find and the price! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Taro and honey dew shaved snow topped with red beans and custard pudding - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Yummy and lots of unique menu items! Love the board games and aesthetic decorations. Will return!

It's not the easiest place to find, but I love their shaved ice treats!! I've tasted their boba teas- good flavor!!! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Shaved ice treat - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This was our first time here during 100 degree heat wave. It hit the spot with refreshing "bingsu" like dessert. Very refreshing and the milk tea was on point! This place will be one of our frequent stops! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Milk tea Shaved Snow with corn flakes and mochi! Deliciously refreshing! - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I'm glad to see another boba shop open up in the Richmond area that isn't a big franchise. I tried the Earl Grey Milk Tea with pearls. It had a great flavor - though the pearls were a lot more bland than I am used to. Nonetheless, it was still good and I will definitely be returning to try the shaved ice desserts! Super convenient location in the West End with ample parking. A must try if you're near the area! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Earl Grey Milk Tea (Medium) - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This is definitely one of the best places for bubble tea. I always get the Taro or Brown Sugar Milk Tea, and it's perfect every time. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

So glad to see that Zen moved closer to the West End! We have a great collection of boba and bingsoo places now, which is great to see. Zen's quality is really great too- you can tell that their tea is brewed fresh (it's so strong), they have a multitude of toppings, and their bingsoo is such value for the price. I can't wait to come back and get bingsoo all the time! It reminds me of Snocream in Annandale, really happy to see Asian cafes spreading. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Lychee Yakult w Crystal Pearls - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Zen Cafe Treats Ratings: 4.2/5 Food: 4.5/5 - My sister had been hyping up about the Chrysanthemum milk tea here at Zen Cafe, and I decided to try it out with my boyfriend and her when he was visiting RVA. Thumbs up to them for serving great drinks and decent shaved ice desserts. See the description on how tasty the milk tea was below. - Chrysanthemum Milk Tea [GET]: A new and interesting milk tea, and I really like it. It got a very subtle Chrysanthemum tea flavor after each sip; it's refreshing and cooling, not heavy or overwhelming at all. Reminds me of the tea we get at dim sum, but got a fusion twist to it. I got it with tapioca and crystal bubbles, because I was sharing it with my boyfriend. The toppings are delicious, bubbles are cooked just right with a perfect texture. It was al dente and chewy, and crystal boba got a nice jelly chew to it too. My favorite thing about this drink is that it's not too overly sweet. Ambiance: 4.25/5 - Located in the same building as New Grand Mart supermarket and kind of tuck away in a corner. Interior is clean, bright, and spacious, a great spot to chill with friends or even study. There's a limited amount of tables and chairs available though, probably only fits 2 groups at most. It is a pretty Instagram-able place, well decorated and cute. One of the top Boba shops in RVA in terms of design, ambiance, and a lot quiet and calm compared to Brecotea across the street. Price: 4/5 - The large Chrysanthemum Milk is $5.75 and each additional toppings are $0.75 each, so I got tapioca and crystal boba too. The total came up to be around $8 after tax, which is reasonable, because I got two toppings but definitely worth the visit. It's delicious. Service: 4/5 - Staffs are welcoming and kind. Typical customer service you will receive at any particular Boba shops. They greeted us when we walked in, and ordering process was seamless and effortless. The drinks came out fairly quick too, all within 15 minutes. BLUF: A good addition to the Boba scenes in RVA. Zen Cafe is one of my top Boba place, because of their Chrysanthemum milk tea, and I highly recommend trying it out if you haven't. Get the large too, because the medium size is quite small. An unexpected treat and Boba trip, but will return when I am back in Richmond! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Chrysanthemum Milk Tea w/ Tapioca & Crystal Boba - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Omg best shaved snow in Richmond!! I love that it was a good size and it came with two toppings and a drizzle, and it was for a good price too. Pudding is my favorite topping, not to be slept on. The mochi is so yummy too. The honeydew flavor in the ice came through so well too!! I'll have to try pandan flavor next time :P See y'all again soon! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Honeydew Shaved Snow w/ Mochi, Pudding, and Condensed Milk Drizzle - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

10/10 experience. They use lactose fre milk for all you lactose intolerant folks. Really great place to chill and relax and even study if you'd like to. The staff us super welcoming and friendly any day you walk in. I got the winter melon green tea tea and it was amazing! Fresh and high quality ingredients. Thr atmosphere is super instagamable as well so if you're looking for photospot here's the place! The bathroom is also super clean and well decorated as well. Best choice to go to especially on a hot summer day. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I got their pandan flavor w/mochi, herbal jelly, and condensed milk drizzle and it was everything I needed and more. I love the selection of flavors and toppings they have. The toppings taste fresh and their shaved snows are so good and always come out so creamy. You can even opt for oat milk for some of their flavors to make it dairy free! If you're like me and want two toppings but don't wanna commit to a standard bowl of shaved snow, get the mini and buy an additional topping! It will be cheaper than the standard one flavor price. I also really recommend getting the condensed milk drizzle, it takes the bowl to the next level. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The place to get a sweet treat! Love the ambiance and the variety of teas they have. Customer service has been superb! Highly recommend!

It's so good The people it's very kindly, the bobas it's delicious too, I love go then, the ambience it's nice read more

Great service!! Workers are very friendly and patient when you're deciding on your order haha. The music and lighting were very nice as well!! Very cozy and chill inside, andddd the drinks are always great!!! (If you like sweet- tiger milk tea is the way to go) read more

They have the best shaved snow around! And the boba tea is also excellent! Try the shaved snow !

Tried the earl gray milk tea here and thought it was decent. It definitely had a good tea flavor which a lot of places I feel like don't. The boba was just alright though, it didn't have the bounciness that I've grown to expect from great boba places. Overall would come back if I needed a boba fix but wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

So glad the owners decided to finally reopen! Some changes include a new location and no more banh mis. The new location is more towards the west end of Henrico which is a lot more convenient esp for those who do some weekly groceries at New Grand! There's also a small, but spacious seating area inside for those that choose to dine in. I came by during opening week and tried their green thai tea and pandan shaved ice with fruity pebbles, lychee jelly, and condensed milk drizzle. The green thai tea had a pretty strong bitter after taste, which I can see some people being turned off by but I didn't mind too much. It was sweet, rich and had a strong tea flavor. The pandan shaved ice was my personal favorite. It's hard to find pandan flavored desserts in the Richmond/Henrico area so I'm glad there are more diverse Asian flavors offered. It had just the right amount of sweetness and pandan flavor/fragrance. I also like the added crunch of the fruity pebbles. I'll certainly be coming back more and look forward to trying out more of their menu items! read more

So thankful that a friend recommended Zen Cafe to cater the boba bar for our daughter's engagement party! Brandon was professional, on-time and attentive. My daughter and fiancée even had a tasting there beforehand and selected three types of teas (oolong milk tea and taro with the tapioca boba and white peach tea with aloe vera jelly). Brandon delivered teas in disposable gallon containers, provided plenty of boba and jelly, and gave great instructions so that the tapioca boba wouldn't harden or stick (put it in a crock pot on low and stir occasionally). He brought extra ice, straws, cups and slotted ladles and provided instructions for making the perfect bubble teas. It was such a relief since I'm not a boba drinker and wasn't sure how to make this work. It was a hit with so many compliments. Even the most particular boba drinkers enjoyed it. Super thankful and definitely recommend them to anyone considering hosting a party with a boba bar. read more

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Friendly staff and amazing menu options! I took my little brother and cousin there to help them work on their social skills while ordering and the staff was very understanding of their teen awkwardness and even offered them encouragement. We enjoyed all of the beverages we ordered and the Pandan shaved ice still lives in my dreams read more

Zen Cafe has amazing boba milk tea and yogurt drinks! My favorite treat to get here is their pandan shaved snow with condensed milk and grass jelly! Soooo goood! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Love mango fruit refresher with strawberry popping boba cold with no ice!! Prices are more affordable than kung Fu

New boba spot to go to!! We have only tried two flavors so far . The brown sugar and Thai tea , both were good. I was only sad by the size of their medium cups which could be mistaken for a small size. Coming back soon read more

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so good! the thai tea bob was delicious. best boba place in the area by far. the place is clean, the workers are sweet. next time i want to try the shaved snow, it looked so yummy too! read more

Zen Cafe Treats - thai tea with boba - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Hands down best bubble tea in the region!!!!! Service is fast and friendly, menu selection is huge, prices are great!

Two thumbs up for Zen Cafe! I'm so glad to have a new bubble tea spot in RVA. Their shaved snow is authentic and appetizing. They have multiple flavors and lots of fun toppings. Their bubble tea is amazing (would recommend their Tiger Sugar Milk speciality drink). Their medium sizes are a bit small, but they are packed with flavor. The high quality of ingredients used shows. read more

Zen Cafe Treats - Shaved Snow - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, Virginia