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    Bee's Boba Express

    3.6 (105 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Jay T.

    Best boba you'll ever get I'm telling you. My family been going here since he was at 99 ranch. Definitely worth going to this over any other ! And he's extremely cheap! Service is quick and he is very friendly as well. Thank you Danny for the amazing boba after all these years ! My personal favorite the blue vanilla or honeydew. Located at the NEX Food court to the left of the escalators !

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    Nadine C.

    Refreshing beverage at the NEX Food (Navy Exchange) Court in Honolulu, Hawaii... Bee's Boba Express used to be at Moanalua 99... before the complex closed down and became Home Depot. Now, Bee's Boba Express is upstairs of the Pearl Harbor Exchange. Just go up the elevator, escalator, or stairs. No ID necessary! There's free parking, good air-conditioning in the spacious area, lots of inside and outside seats, and a convenient restroom! Bee's is near the elevator - you can't miss this bright yellow vendor. Service was quick and friendly! I got a Peach Green Iced Tea with Rainbow QQ (colorful gel cubes). It was a bit sweet - even after I let the ice melt. I added about a cup of water when I got home... LOL! It lasted longer and I got more fluids in me!

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    Michelle C.

    I used to go to Bee's back when they had a location in 99 ranch all the time. I've been to this location once or twice before but I haven't been in years. This one is located in the nex food court. I grabbed lunch here one day and was craving something sweet after having curry for lunch. I decided to get pineapple mango smoothie with boba. It was made pretty quick and it definitely hit the spot. I like that the boba was a little chewy. Definitely will be back again.

    Wayne H.

    Located at the NEX, Bee's Boba offers a wide selection of milk teas and fruit smoothies. I typically get the regular black milk tea or the taro coconut smoothie which are both tasty and not too sweet. If in the area and looking for boba, this is a good place to try.

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    Jordan e.

    Great flavor selection Fresh fruit ingredients Lots of boba/ mochi/ pop selection Excellent service Located in the NEX 2nd floor

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    Rachel T.

    I visited at 10:45 AM and a lady was still setting up and when I got closer to the counter, she asked how many drinks I was interested in and when I said 2 she offered to make them for me earlier than opening. I ordered a Matcha smoothie with Azuki and Boba. The Boba was nice and soft is a good balance of sweet & matcha flavor similar to Starbucks. I was able to ask for extra flavoring to make it stronger. They offer a variety of toppings to put in your drink. QQ is jelly topping. Classic homemade local business in Hawaii for many years. They do not have a phone number nor any website or social media. They do accept AmEx, Mastercard, VISA and Discover with tap to pay. They are located on second floor of NEX food court, on the left of the escalator. There are some tables and chairs near the kiosk to dine at.

    Jerry E.

    Great place to enjoy huge selections of bubble tea, and shaved ice with mochi, topped with ice cream of various flavors. Glad that they are all on the sweet side. Otherwise, I probably would have no problem in putting away many servings, instead of sharing one. Perfect stand to stop by when shopping at the Pearl Harbor Navy Exchange. It is located on the second floor, left side of the escalator, prior to the exist door to the outside lanai dining area. Let's support this popular local small business during the pandemic. Thanks! Addendum - It is fair to state that at close to $6.00 a pop, it is not in the inexpensive/cheap category.

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    Nasha W.

    Absolutely love this place for a refreshing Boba smoothies. I have tried several flavors and Lychee coconut Boba is so good. I love that they have so many options to try and add ons so you can come here many times and try something new. Their cups are also sealed and perfect for your commute. One thing to note. They close at 5 pm on the weekdays and not 8:30. The weekends they are open until 6pm.

    #30 Matcha green tea cup shave ice w/ azuki bean, mochi balls, green tea ice cream, condensed milk
    Ruby S.

    #6 for 2020 My taste buds were craving something with a subtle hint of sweetness. Courteous and helpful workers filled up my cup with a layer of fine shaved ice, dollop of azuki beans mixed with mochi balls, scoop of matcha green tea ice cream, and drizzle of condensed milk. Portions worked out perfect! I'm smiling from ear to ear, enjoying every bite and spoonful of dessert. When I'm in the mood for a sweet beverage, I will try other flavors of boba drinks next time.

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    I don't like how they do a smoothie. The dairy taste of yogurt was overwhelming. I couldn't feel the real fruit flavor in it.

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    The bubble tea is sweet, the service is good and there is good selection. I only wish they opened earlier.

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    They ran out of tapioca! It was an exceptionally busy day due to a military exercise.

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    The location is so convienient and accessable I love it here boba is my favorite! Very good! :)

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