I'm so glad I had the opportunity to stop here on the last day of my most recent Anchorage visit. The interior is so warm and inviting, especially during the dark, cold winter nights. Menus at bubble tea shops can be overwhelming with all the choices, but here it's well-organized: photos and descriptions of the drinks with numbers for easy ordering. Staff are very welcoming and can help you decide what to order if you need recommendations. I had the lychee Jazzy Mist with lychee jelly. I went with 75% sweetness since that's what is recommended. It ended up being too a little sweet for my liking, so I would just order a lower sweetness level next time. Despite that I did enjoy the flavor and the texture of the jelly. I look forward to coming here next time I'm in town and sampling more of the menu! read more

See all

This place isn't just 5 star Anchorage quality, its 5-star NYC/LA quality. If you're a traveler, you know what I mean. Their product is perfect every time. EVERY time. A surprisingly, their prices are reasonable given that we are in timbuktu. They always have a great monthly special and they have a rewards program as well. Follow them on Insta for updates. If you want diabetes, try their brown sugar bubble mix- its out of this world. They have a great variety of teas, fruits, toppings, milks, caffeine and refreshers. I also adore their cups and lids. They DO NOT SPILL. This place gets 10 stars from me for perfection. read more

See all

I have ordered from many the boba establishments in the area and am delighted to declare this particular venue as my utmost preference, given its exceptional mastery of flavor profiles. Notably, the liberty to personalize orders with numerous topping choices, adjustable sugar content, and customizable ice levels resonates with me. The mobile application exhibits impressive streamlining and intuitive design, rendering the ordering process effortless. I hold particular fondness for their lychee and rose beverages, which consistently meet expectations. Furthermore, I have sampled the Blue Magic Yakult, Tropical Paradise, Jasmine Blossom, among others, all of which are delectable and delightful. The store's ambiance is charming, complete with ample seating arrangements. Given its numerous strengths, I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment and intend to revisit. read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Lychee of roses - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

See all

The boba scene in Anchorage looked grim. That is until we came across Bear Bubble Tea, possibly the only 2nd gen-type boba establishment in the city. Arriving for a weekday afternoon treat, we were greeted by a small line of customers. Luckily they are pretty efficient with their drink process so we got ours quickly. Classic Milk Tea, 50% Sweet, Iced ($6.95) - The tea is surprisingly good. It has decent black tea flavor, has a good creaminess level, not gritty but with a good level of richness, and isn't too sweet at 50% sugar. I wasn't expecting such a good milk tea from a place in Anchorage. This drink comes with boba. The boba is also pretty good. It starts too soft, but firms up a bit after mixing the drink. Still, even at full cold, it's still on the softer side, able to be pressed flat without too much force between the tongue and roof of the mouth. It's clearly marinated in a brown sugar soak, giving stickiness and a good sweetness level. The pearls have a good q level, despite being a little soft. To be honest, I prefer boba that's a little softer over boba that's too firm, as long as it's not to the point of being mushy. Milk Tea Rating: 4.5/5 Boba Rating: 4.5/5 Usually we only get a single drink from boba shops that are new to us, but after having the Classic Milk Tea, we decided to go for a second since it was so good. Thai Jasmine Green Milk Tea, 50% Sweet, Iced ($6.95) - I had to ask the bobarista what this was and she unfortunately wasn't able to explain it very well, other than stating that it's not Thai tea mixed with Jasmine tea. We were curious enough that we had to order this. After receiving the drink - woah, this milk tea has a really interesting flavor. It's a little like a minty anise, warm and toasty, kind of reminding me of bubblegum actually, with pandan/vanilla and licorice notes. Really interesting and really quite good! Again, the drink includes boba, which is the same texture as the other drink. Milk Tea Rating: 4.5/5 Boba Rating: 4.5/5 Bear Bubble Tea serves some great drinks, really unexpected quality for the area. They could easily compete in a much larger metro - this is coming from someone who has visited 200+ boba shops over the past 3 years. I guess having "bear" in the name must mean it's good - for some reason, I haven't met a bad "bear" boba place yet! Bathrooms - Single unisex room. read more

See all

Fast service, kind workers, and I enjoyed my drink! Would definitely go back and try more. read more

Bear Bubble Tea - I think frozen matcha add boba and cream cheese foam - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I was shocked at how good this place is! As someone from SoCal, I had my doubts because I am a SoCal boba elitist (lol) but I was impressed! PARKING & LOCATION // Like a good boba shop, this place is in a plaza. Parking seemed easy. The shop itself isn't too big with may 4-5 tables. AMBIANCE & SERVICE // I love that there were tables inside for you to hang out in. Service was amazing! The person working at the counter was soooo sweet. DRINK // I ordered a CLASSIC MILK TEA with BOBA. I typically like to order this at new boba shops to compare and this was good! It wasn't too watery and the boba was the perfect texture. OVERALL // 5 stars If I lived here, I could see myself coming back regularly! Highly recommend. read more

Loved this place. Very laid back and reliable. Fantastic bubble tea, relaxed atmosphere and great service. A+

They are not a very welcoming environment, they just stare at you as you walk into the door with a blank expression. This place used to be good when they first opened, but they let it get to their heads and became very greedy. Their new point system is ridiculous, you have to spend so much money to get a free drink and the points EXPIRE. They need to go back to the punch card system if they're already going to be greedy in other aspects. I also saw this on facebook. (see photo attached) read more

Bear Bubble Tea - not filling drinks up all the way when asked for no ice, kind of ridiculous - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Stopped by for the first time today, very cute aesthetically pleasing shop. Nice music and beautiful graphics and signage for all the drinks and specials. A kind lady took my order and I got the brown sugar bubble milk (no boba tho since I'm picky lol) Everything was delicious and came out pretty fast! The only complaint I have is when I brought my drink out I noticed it was dripping quite a bit from under the seal unfortunately and I tried to clean it up but then it dripped more but it's okay haha... Definitely would go here often if I lived in Anchorage! read more

See all

I've been here several times. They no longer do a punch card which kinda sucks cause I was three drinks away from a free one! Now they use cash app rewards and you get 1 star for every $ spent. Each drink is around 6/7/8 $ not including all the cheese foam and jelly/boba that you add. You need over 100 stars to get anything as a reward so it's kinda a waste. I like the punch card better. read more

See all

I've visited Bear Bubble Tea a few times now because, let's be honest--who doesn't love a delicious, refreshing drink? Every visit has been a great experience, but my most recent one is what finally pushed me to write a review. I discovered they have an app, and let me tell you, it's a game-changer! If you've ever felt a little anxious standing at the counter trying to decide between all the tempting options while people wait behind you, the app removes all of that stress. You can take your time browsing their menu, customize your drink exactly how you like it, and order at your own pace. It makes the whole experience smoother and more enjoyable, and I absolutely love the convenience. As for the drinks? I've tried numerous options, and honestly, I haven't found one I didn't like. Whether you're in the mood for a classic milk tea, a refreshing fruit tea, or something indulgent like a slushy or specialty drink, they have something for everyone. The boba is always fresh and perfectly chewy, and their flavors are well-balanced--not too sweet but still packed with deliciousness. Bear Bubble Tea has quickly become one of my favorite spots for a treat, and I'll definitely keep coming back for more. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and check them out! And seriously--download the app. It makes the whole experience even better. read more

Bear Bubble Tea is one of the best bubble tea places in town! With its convenient location on Dimond Blvd and King Street, in a busy area, it is no surprise this place is popping. When you walk in, you are greeted by a modern, clean white interior that feels fresh and inviting. Most of the time, the line starts as soon as you walk in, but don't worry - they have multiple ways to place your order. At the counter, you can order your favorite drink from one of the great staff members. On the right side of the counter is a self-order kiosk, or you can online through their app ahead of time. The parking lot can sometimes be challenging because it is shared with other businesses. Their Mango & Passon Fruit refresher with Strawberry popping pearls is so delicious! *** translation to German for all the world travelers *** Bear Bubble Tea ist einer der besten Bubble Tea Läden in Anchorage! Dank seiner günstigen Lage am Dimond Boulevard und King Street in einer belebten Gegend ist es kein Wunder, dass dieser Laden so beliebt ist. Beim Betreten empfängst Du ein moderne, weisse Einrichtung, die frisch und einladend wirkt. Meistens beginnt die Schlange gleich beim Betreten, aber keine Sorge, Du hast mehrere Möglichkeiten, Deine Bestellung aufzugeben. An der Theke kannst Du Ihr Lieblingsgetränk bei einem der freundlichen Mitarbeiter bestellen. Rechts neben der Theke befindet sich ein Selbstbedienungskiosk oder Du kannst einfach vorab online über die App bestellen. Der Parkplatz kann manchmal etwas schwierig sein, da er mit anderen Geschäften geteilt wird. Ihr Mango-Passionsfrucht-Erfrischungsgetränk mit Erdbeer-Popcorn-Perlen ist einfach köstlich! read more

See all

Amazing quality tea and toppings. Customer service is next level. Not sure if the woman at the register was the owner, manager, or an employee but her service was amazing. Extremely patient and professional. Customer ahead of me shoved her phone in the woman's face and someone on FaceTime order. The woman didn't even blink, only smiled and patiently took the customers order. I could never exhibit this saint's patience. Been coming to this shop since it opened and they've grown a lot. Not a ton of seating inside but super cute interior. The business owners clearly care about the experience of customers. The boba is great and the flavors are balanced. I usually order a passion fruit jasmine green tea with lychee jelly or taro latte with brown sugar syrup. Perfect every time. read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Taro latte blended with brown sugar syrup and boba 75% sweet with soy milk. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I have been on the lookout for places with delicious bubble tea and this place did not disappoint! Very cute little spot inside an L shaped mall right off king street. The friendly server helped to recommend a fruity mango smoothie with boba added into it. Was very tasty ! The boba was super soft and delicious too. Definitely recommend if you're in town . read more

Finally got to try this recently opened south Anchorage boba spot! It's located in the same strip mall as "Mandala," off Dimond Blvd/King Street. Bear Bubble consistently has lines out the door. Luckily my girls and I were able to sneak in before their early evening rush on a beautiful sunny day. Their interior space is cozy, bright and clean. They offer free lemon water for refreshment. Their menu is easy to read and options are clear. Prices are average. We ordered a brown sugar tea with boba and a mango refresher with mango popping pearls. They also had some Pockys for sale at the register that my toddler cried for. Bear bubble definitely gave what it needed to give. We especially loved their cups. We can't wait to return. read more

See all

Super nice workers, cute shop. Great tea and really good spam musabi! On my two week trip to Alaska I went at least four or five times before heading back home. read more

See all

I've been driving past this spot for years on my Costco runs and finally decided to stop in, so glad I did! Their menu is way beyond your average boba shop in the U.S. As someone who's Asian and has had authentic boba all over Asia, I can honestly say this place is the real deal. I grabbed a Black Sesame Latte for myself and a Taro Latte for my husband, and wow... we were both obsessed! Their organic brown sugar boba is soft, chewy, and not overloaded with artificial flavors or sweetness. Just perfect. The staff was SUPER friendly and welcoming, and the shop itself has a cute, cozy minimal vibe that makes you want to hang out for a while, but I gotta run my groceries can't wait . If you're in Anchorage and craving bubble tea, this place is a must. Seriously, best boba in town! read more

Bear Bubble Tea - The gateway to happiness! (Pick up your order here.) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

See all

Bear bubble tea is currently in their soft opening phase. I have seen posts on social media about lines sometimes being out the door. Lucky for me the few times I've gone haven't been that crazy, but I can tell why this spot is so popular. This cute cafe has a great menu with a variety of tea, coffee & fruit drinks with add ins. They also have a few food items & will eventually be adding bingsu to their menu. The shop is small, but the aesthetic is very nice & modern. Staff is always super friendly & they work diligently to get your drinks out. The order system includes numbers so everything is pretty streamlined. The first time I went I ordered their signature brown sugar bubble milk tea, and a fresh strawberry blueberry smoothie with whip foam. They brew their own tea for the drinks, which I believe they're the only shop in town that does so. The brown sugar boba were fresh, perfectly chewy & plentiful. The only thing I wish there was an option to customize sweetness because I like my bubble tea on the sweeter side. The standard sweetness level is pretty much what you would find for milk tea in the lower 48. I just really love shops that allow you to customize especially since we don't have one here. The smoothie was made with whole fresh or frozen fruit & not a syrup. It was a very good smoothie & my child enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the milk tea, but went back again to try the Thai tea. I love a good blended Thai tea so I went with that & added in boba. The Thai tea flavor was really good I just wish it was stronger. I think they could play either the levels a little more on the flavors especially since the cups are all the same size. Overall this is a great shop for bubble tea. The menu had a good variety, and it's great to see a ship that uses brewed tea vs. powders. read more

See all

Pros: * Organic Milk + Organic Alternative options & Oatmilk available * Consistent drink quality * Friendly staff * Cute but small interior Cons: * Newly opened, small staff of 2-3 so there is usually a 10-20min wait * Customizable sugar levels aren't possible * Full Menu isn't available yet and items do run out (technically shop is still in soft opening hours) I've been to Bubble Bear 5x and the drinks have been consistent. My preference for milk tea is a strong tea flavor and lightly sweetened (30% sugar level). Although they don't offer change in sugar level I would say it's comparable to a 50-70% sugar level at milk tea shops in the lower 48. I think they've found a good sweetness level to satisfy most ppl. They do use fresh milk/alternatives and this is probably what sets them apart from other spots in town + their overall boba focused branding. Most of the drinks are ~$7, toppings are $.75 each and alt milk at $.70. Earl Grey w/ Salted Cheese Foam add Grass Jelly 4.5/5: This is my go to hence why it's in every photo. The earl grey flavor is present. The cheese foam doesn't have a super strong cheesy taste if that sounds off putting. Once you mix it all up, it pretty much tastes like an earl grey milk tea with a pinch of salt here and there. The grass jelly was a good texture, not too firm. Jasmine Green Milk Tea (comes w/ boba) 4/5: This one tastes like an iced matcha latte with boba. I couldn't taste the Jasmine flavor therefore the rating reflects that,otherwise it's a 4.5 were it just matcha latte The sweetness level is like a 40-50%. Classic Milk Tea (comes w/boba) 4.5/5: The Assam black tea was quite fragrant. The boba was well cooked, it had that nice chewy bounce. The sweetness was like a 60-70%. I've also tried sips of the Green Tea Lychee, Green Tea Passionfruit with those being slightly sweeter than the milk teas but flavors strong in both drinks. The very popular Brown Sugar Milk Tea highlights the bouncy boba and creaminess of highly sweetened milk. I've tried failed versions of this brown sugar drink but from my taste test it seems that Bubble bear can do it right. For the sweet tooth! The Iced Black Sesame Latte had a very savory, lightly sweetened and slightly sandy texture which I liked but I tried this drink after it had sat for a bit. I can't give a conclusive opinion on these drinks since I haven't had a whole cup to myself. Overall, it's a great spot to get milk tea boba (in my case grass jelly) drinks. It is worth the wait if you've got 15 min to spare. I'm looking forward to how this place progresses and wish them well. *If you read this far don't look at my profile for other reviews because you'll find more novice essays ! read more

See all

Decor is cute, staff stayed busy yet super friendly, and the drink I tried was great. Can't wait to go back and try more, I like how they have specials going as well. read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Oolong with salted cream - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Wanted Boba so I did a quick search on Yelp and boy did Bear Bubble Tea hit the spot. The menu is quite large but aren't all Boba Tea menus? Anyways, I went with the Taro Milk Tea and added Taro Pudding. Received my order within 5 minutes and the taste was exceptional! Not too sweet, not not-sweet enough, just perfect! Prices are reasonable too so I HOGHLY recommend stopping at this spot on your way to/from home! read more

Had some strawberry smoothie with some boba who it was Awesome would recommend this place

Love stopping in when I am near. I now have 2 favorite drinks when there. One is the Thai Tea with boba and the other is the Taro latte (blended). The staff has always been friendly and helpful. I haven't sat down with my drinks, but it's always clean and seating area very cafe like. read more

They are closed on Mondays, but open Tuesday-Sunday until 6pm. Their hours are currently not posted on the door, I think he said they opened at 10am... but I cannot specifically remember. Anchorage bubble tea lovers rejoice! lol. I was out running errands and saw that someone had posted this on Facebook, it was on the way home so I decided to pop in. I arrived at 6:50pm - walked right in but the guy at the register informed they were closed. I was going to turn around to leave, would've just returned another day when they were open, but Charles offered to let me order anyways. Kudos for the top notch customer service, because he absolutely did not have to do that for me. They were out of brown sugar boba because... well they were CLOSED. So I ordered a traditional milk tea with coffee jelly. They only offer one size for hot drinks (16 oz) and cold drinks (24 oz). I paid $6.25 for my 24 oz milk tea. It was actually pretty good. The assam tea had a great flavor, ratio between tea and milk was balanced and it was not overly sweet. I was not offered any adjustment on the sweetness level - so I am not sure if that is customizable like most bubble tea places in the lower 48 but be sure to ask. They use brewed tea and not powder. The shop was clean and spacious. Lots of table and chairs for their modest space. The menu isn't huge, but they cover the basics and pricing is appropriate. I would definitely recommend checking them out. read more

See all

I never found any good boba drinks until I found Bear Bubble Tea! Tried their brown sugar boba and it was delicious Yum, would recommend this place!! read more

this is probably the best boba tea place here in anchorage. We tried a couple of places here & this by far beats them all. read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Oolong Milk Tea, Espresso Frappe with Cheese Foam, and Yogurt Drink - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

See all

First time there. I wasn't sure what I wanted but I decided on one of their recommended most ordered drinks and it was very refreshing and tasty! read more

Great drink spot. Best boba in town! They have a variety of drink options with fun flavors. The staff is very welcoming. The place is clean with fun decorations. read more

See all

So far, impressed! It's still their soft opening, but they've become pretty popular already. They're located on King Street in the same lot as Mandala Restaurant. It's a small store. We were 4th in line and we were already by the door. There are 6 tables of mostly 2 chairs. It'll be difficult to fit a big group here, so you're better off getting things to go. Short interaction with staff but they were very nice. I got the Brown sugar Boba tea with added espresso shot and coffee jelly. Yes, I'm extra. It was really good. I would've preferred my coffee jelly to be less firm but there's not even that many places that even offer it. My hubby got the Green Tea with Passionfruit refresher with Boba and Mango popping pearls. Those popping pearls are yum! If you get fruity drinks, I recommend getting them. They also have strawberry popping pearl. I would go back to try their shave ice and other items. They have lots of other stuff other than boba, so go ahead and try em! read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Green tea with passion fruit with Boba and Mango popping pearl & Brown Sugar Boba Tea with Coffee Jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Fun place to go to when you want to not make your own boba at home! I'm really picky with my milk tea and I like how you can control your sugar preference here like boba places in the lower 48! Prices aren't bad for the quality of teas you get so I won't complain about that. Really, my only complaint is the hours lol they close too early in my opinion but I guess I can appreciate that because it gets them home to their families earlier and still work an 8 hour shift to support themselves. It is a small place so I usually take it to go but the atmosphere here is so welcoming and they are so accommodating! I courtly choose between grass jelly or coffee jelly so they let me taste them! Who does that!?!? They do lol that's good service and I ended up extremely happy with my milk tea choice in the end! read more

Cute little spot. A little overpriced, but a good experience when Anchorage is lacking boba. I'll read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

The customer service was amazing, answering all the questions we had. We loved our drinks which were not only delicious but beautifully presented. We were impressed by the cute set up, and the seating area was much appreciated, (we got to escape the cold Alaska weather and enjoy our drinks) and the menu offered numerous drink options of both milk and bubble tea. The vibes were incredible :) also great music read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I've been to bear bubble tea a few times now over the past month and noticed that of all places in Anchorage, they are one of the only ones that are consistent with taste and boba consistency. I've tried a few different drinks (their brown sugar milk tea w espresso has been my go to!) and also tried both musubi options and I have been pleased every time. They manage to also maintain great customer service whether it's a slow day or have a line out the door. Super welcoming and genuinely a great experience. It is super cute and aesthetic inside this shop. Also has seating which is nice. I'll for sure be coming back! read more

They had their soft opening and decided to check out the new boba spot. I really like the menu selection and is on par with some of the better boba spots in the area. My biggest pet peeve about the others is how sweet the drinks can be and this one had unsweetened options. I tried their Jasmine green tea and their green tea passionfruit one and I really like both. If you like cheese foam they provide it and I haven't seen that in the bubble tea places around here yet! read more

Bear Bubble Tea - Green tea passionfruit with lychee - Bubble Tea Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

The people there are so kind and their drinks hit the spot! They are an awesome business and I can't wait to go back

This is the best Milk tea in Anchorage. You get to choose the amount of sweetness which is great. Boba is always fresh as well

I saw another review say that you can't adjust sweetness levels. I got the classic milk tea and they were able to make it less sweet for me. So, maybe try asking again! Anyway, the boba scene in Anchorage has been severely lacking and this place is just great, on par with tea I've had in Seattle and Portland and even in Asia! Highly recommend. I hope in the future they will have more food items. read more

Classic Milk Tea 5/5. Not too sweet, actually tastes like tea! This is THE bubble tea I've been looking for in anchorage.

Very tasty beverages, the mango refresher has real mango fruit and the classic tea with boba was spot on. Service is fast and friendly, the decor is new and pleasant. read more

Always stick with the classic milk tea with black boba, best smell and amazing service.