Food: 5/5 Service and Setting: 3/5 Value: 2/5 Say what you want about Boba Guys, but to me it is a staple in the S-tier boba game. Located in The Camp, Boba Guys is nested in the edge of the mall surrounded by foliage. The natural patio vibe they are going for makes the space feel fresh. Be warned, sometimes there is no cashier at the register so you will need to flag someone down at the checkout window. Though pricey, it truly is worth it. Strawberry Matcha Latte: 5/5 Probably the most basic item on their menu, the Strawberry Matcha Latte is perfection. Perfectly sweet, this drink is SMOOTH. I don't know how they do it, but drinking this feels like you're getting it pumped directly into you via IV. Not too thick, not too thin, rounded out flavors of matcha and strawberry make this a masterclass for a what a well made drink should taste and feel like. The boba here is also excellent and has that fresh boba softness with the chew you get from pre-made boba. Definitely in my top 5 drinks, probably #3! read more

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gold star! i enjoyed my drink after some time at salty bear. I think the price was fair too.

The staff was nice and fast, but I feel like the quality of their drinks has gone downhill. Pandan Matcha Caramel: you couldn't really taste the pandan and the matcha wasn't mixed well enough so it was still gritty. They should've swapped the caramel for a different sweetener cuz it just sat at the bottom and didn't add any flavor except sugar. Korean Banana Milk: doesn't taste anything like real banana milk you can get in Korea much less HMart. Also very powdery and gritty. Oolong Milk Tea: it was decent but even 50% was very sweet. Boba was decent though. Good chew and honey ratio. Maybe just stick to the classics and don't try their experimental flavors. read more

Not a fan of the standard jasmine green milk tea here (which is my go to order I drink at least once or more a week at various milk tea shops) I actually threw mine away in the trash after just a few sips and that was even after getting it remade: it just tasted so bland at first like super thick milk without tea and then even after the remake just like sugar milk too sweet and fake-syrup tasting. The reason for 4 stars despite hating their Jasmine green milk tea is that they offer Horchata with boba (non-caffeinated) which my kids LOVE and it's undeniably delicious! I'll probably order that next time instead of my normal go-to since I'm sure I'll be back here for my kids read more

Boba Guys - Jasmine Green milk tea & horchata milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Some of the BEST boba in OC! I was so excited when they opened this location. I like to come in the off-hours so there is typically no wait. I don't love ordering on a screen but it is what it is and their boba drinks are fantastic so that wins me over regardless. read more

I love this place when I first tried it in SF about 6-7 yrs ago. I saw this location at the Camp which took over for East Burrough back in the day. It was a warm day so why not. I ordered my fav strawberry matcha latte and it was just different. Didn't have that same sweet flavor that I remembered. Oh well. read more

Boba Guys - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

chat is this boba? why of course it's called boba guys what were you born on september 11th, 2001? could not be me, i'm a pisces. anywho we pull up, i had to basically park between an a** crack of a spot because the spots are so tiny? like who made this parking lot? and why do the spots say things like "time" "find inner peace" "womanhood" "chungus" and etc. like it's not that deep make me a wider opening i cannot open my door and suck in my stomach every time i exit my car. we stopped by bryant booth which had no line somehow and the guy working the place is the friend of my middle school situationship that i haven't seen in EIGHT YEARS?!?! does that still happen to people? i was so embarrassed i got flashbacks but he was chill it was nice strolling down memory lane. i dated his friend who spoke zero english it was definitely something. after a slay photoshoot we were like hmmm boba because we're fiends. FIEN FIEN FIEN. it was so kawaii the flavors melted on my tongue. its not my top 3 boba spots of all time but this is never a disappointment and always taste good. i like a really sweet boba. one star marked down for the parking lot and humiliation of reliving cringe middle school memories! read more

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Does this boba shop stand out from others? No. It's priced fairly high, and the drinks aren't anything special. They have plenty of caffeinated options available, but only a few decaf choices. My husband got a Thai milk tea with boba, and I got a hibiscus berry fresca with boba. My husband said his wasn't anything more than average. My hibiscus drink had a description that said it would be tart. When I received it, it was so sweet it tasted like sugar water. I was eating lunch from another restaurant so my husband brought it back to see if they could make it less sweet. They tried, but somehow it was even more sweet. They kept offering other things on the menu to my husband, but I didn't want to try anything else. Seemed like the first two people helping didn't know how to process a refund. Once they got someone else up front, they refunded us which I appreciated. So who is this shop for? People who prefer sweeter drinks, and are just looking for something quick to grab. Wouldn't recommend if you're looking for something decaf or on the more tart/less sweet side of the spectrum. read more

Boba Guys has always had a strong boba tea following up in the Bay Area and it's great that they've made their way to OC. They've got a cute little store at The Camp covered in greenery making it look like the perfect spot to take a boba break. Inside, there's a self-service kiosk where you place your order so I can't say much about customer service, but my drink came out quickly. They don't have as many drink varieties as some places. You won't find slushies or cheese foam here, but they do focus on quality tea drinks and have seasonal specialities like Pink Pitaya and Coffee Mojito currently. I had their popular Strawberry Matcha Latte ($6.75/ 24oz.) with boba ($0.65). They use premium organic matcha and their own housemade strawberry purée. I love that organic milk is their standard but you can also substitute oat or almond milk without an extra charge. I will say it was one of the best tasting strawberry matcha lattes I've had. It had good matcha flavor and the right amount of sweetness. The boba was cooked well and on the chewy/firm side which I like. As much as I appreciate that they use high quality ingredients in their drinks and earth-friendly bamboo straws, I have a hard time paying $6-7 for a boba drink. This is a place to treat yourself to but unfortunately won't be my every day go-to tea shop. read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Matcha Latte (IG: @christal.light) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Went here after taking some family grad pics at the Anti-Lab and was happy to see that there's a new Boba Guys in my area!! Drinks: 5/5 + Strawberry Matcha Tea Latte Boba Guys is THE blueprint for the Strawberry Matcha Tea Latte. While there's other boba places that might offer it, no other places compare. The Boba Guys formula just hits at the right combinations - sweet, milky, and creamy with soft boba to boot! Even though I'm always itching and have my eyes on trying new flavors (especially the Korean Banana milk), I always seem to favor the classic. Maybe next time!?!? Another thing I love about Boba Guys is the versatility of options and toppings. For those who might be lactose intolerant or avoiding milk based products, Boba Guys offers a variety of tasty alternatives such as Oat Milk that still retain the same quality of taste and flavor as standard milk options. Service: 5/5 Service is quick and easy. Order at a kiosk, wait 5 minutes, and you'll have your drink ready to go. For those wanting to sit and chat with friends, there's only a couple of seating available, both inside and outside. The interior is filled with lush greenery, white lounge chairs, and wooden walls that are great for taking aesthetic pictures. You can also choose to just walk outside and explore the rest of CAMP, an outdoor mall which has indie shops, vegan cafes, and vegetation galore. read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Matcha Tea Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Good tea and nice, chewy boba but their straws suck because they don't suck! Their straws are made from some environmentally friendly materials but they're flimsy and cave in when you try to suck up a boba. Go back to the nice plastic straws that don't cave in and deform and work as a boba straw should. read more

I was so excited to see Boba Guys open up in Costa Mesa as well. Service was wonderful, super fast. The drinks are absolutely delicious and store is super cute. Easy pre-order on the screen or at the counter drinks already quickly. Wonderful addition to the area, highly recommended. read more

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I totally forgot there was a Boba Guys at The Camp! Happened to be visiting for a different location, but was pretty happy to stumble upon a Boba Guys. The location is so pretty, but it's SMALL. I wish there was a display case for snacks or a bigger menu, but there just isn't the space for it near the register at all. As with other locations, the quality of Boba Guys is pretty consistent, but this location definitely seemed to have a more limited menu (where's my Ube Snickerdoodle?) All in all, convenient to have a location in OC! Will be stopping buy again if I get a hankering for some Horchata Boba! read more

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Stopped in for a quick drink...berry hibiscus with almond jelly. It was very refreshing with just the right amount of sweetness. They have a good selection, I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area. read more

Boba Guys - Berry Hibiscus with almond jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Solid boba spot!!! This plaza is super busy though so plan ahead because parking was tough. The shop is a cute and has a couple floating/swinging chairs. I'm honestly surprised it took me this long to finally go to Boba Guys. I like the option to customize your drink and loved that you can pick oat milk without an extra cost. I got the jasmine milk tea with oat milk and boba! The boba was cooked super well and I enjoyed it. read more

Boba Guys - Jasmine milk tea with oat milk and boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Finally got to try Boba Guys after randomly stumbling upon it while walking around and have to agree that this is one of the best bobas I've ever had. I ordered the Matcha Tea Latte with boba which included honey for sweetness which was pretty unique. I'd recommend adjusting the sugar level of the drink because the honey overpowered the matcha flavor, but otherwise it was still pretty good. There are like two chairs available to sit inside and plenty of tables nearby outside if you want to sit down and enjoy your boba. read more

Boba Guys - Matcha Tea Latte w/ boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

TL;DR Has to be on everyone's Boba To-Try list. Worth checking out, at least once. Drinks: We ordered a Strawberry Tea Fresca with boba, and a Caramel Matcha Latte with almond milk and boba. The strawberry tea was delicious, not too sweet, but had a nice tea and fruit flavor. The boba is served warm, and adds for a nice contrast with the ice cold tea. Definitely worth getting imo. The Caramel Matcha Latte was a different story for us. There is not much of a caramel taste at all, and the matcha is really overpowering any ways. It was not terrible, just not what were were expecting. Location: Boba Guys is located at the Camp. Parking is quite tight here, we found some parking on the back side, and had to walk around. There is some great restaurants, and shops at the Camp. Grab a drink, and walk around. Notes: You should come to Boba Guys at least once. read more

Boba Guys - Caramel Match Latte w/ Almond Milk + Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I am so happy there is finally a boba guys in the OC! This location is located at the camp in Costa Mesa. I used to troop it to Culver City to get my boba guys fix but I'm glad to see the same quality extends to different locations. This is the smallest boba guys store front I've been to. It's more of a pick up and go type spot as there are only two seats available. There are plenty of seats, however directly behind boba guys at the communal area of the Camp. Service here is great. There is usually no line and I get my drink within a couple of minutes. My usual is the strawberry matcha latte with almond jelly. You can actually taste the quality of the matcha they use. It is smooth and not bitter while also slightly sweet from the strawberry puree. My only complaint is that it is pretty pricey. My drink was about $6.40 for a small. read more

I've been a Boba Guys fan since their early days in SF. My SF friends would pick me from the airport with either a BG drink ready in the car or we go straight to the nearest Boba Guys. Yep, I'm obsessed. After years of waiting, Boba Guys finally made its way to OC!! Located in the CAMP, Boba Guys took over East Borough's space, and made it really cute. I typically get their Strawberry Matcha Latte, regular matcha latte, or the Classic Black with boba. Depending on the locations, their menus are slightly different. Qualities are pretty consistent, and ingredients are fresh. They make their own boba balls, source organic tea leaves, and use real milk. They also offer almond milk and oat milk without extra fee. I'm a fan and will continue to support AAPI business. #bobabae read more

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I love Boba Guys! I have been to their multiple other locations and I'm so glad they have one close by in Costa Mesa. Their drinks are always spot on and they will adjust just how you like it. This one is located in The CAMP in Costa Mesa, which isn't my favorite place only because of the limited PARKING! Otherwise, it's a great location close by to several other establishments and across the way is South Coast Plaza. Again, parking is limited and spaces are otherwise small so go during off-peak time! Drinks: I love their Korean banana milk (caffeine free), strawberry matcha latte, & their classic tea drinks. You can customize the sweetness levels (on most), ice levels, and the type of milk to be used. If there is something amiss about your drink, do let them know and they will try to accommodate. I would definitely come back to try some of their non-traditional drinks that I have yet to try! read more

Boba Guys - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Boba guys is finally in OC! The super popular chain from SF makes its debut in the busy OC Camp. It's abit hidden in the very back towards the native foods/vitaly side. The decor has that very trendy wooden modern feel with wood paneling everywhere for them foodies looking for a IG pic spot. Yeah they have an entire wooden ledge for pics or i guess sitting on. You can either order online first or order there. Probably suggest ordering online first especially if you need to park in temp parking to run and grab and go. Currently during covid protocol there are no tables or seats available inside but a standing room only waiting area in the open layout. Matcha Latte - Made with organic premium-grade matcha, milk and honey. One of there popular signature items can be ordered either hot or cold in 16 or 24 oz. You have a choice of whole milk, oatly milk or almond milk. You can also adjust sweetness level. All toppings are extra for $0.65 including boba. Nope can't adjust ice level. The drink itself is pretty tasty but when ordered cold the straight honey is really hard to dissolve at the bottom so you suck up chunks randomly no matter how much you stir it. And yes the matcha inside settles to the bottom if you leave it for awhile so stir often before drinking again! Ube latte - Light and airy - our housemade ube marmalade is shaken with silky coconut milk and a touch of spice. Caffeine-free. No adjustments allowed. Again can be ordered hot or cold either in 16 or 24oz. Your only other option is adding toppings and drop of cloud. Flavor wise its got a nice creamy ube flavor with the nuttiness from the coconut milk. Overall it's pretty good but definitely on the pricier side for the premium ingredients. Service is fairly quick with preorders or could be 10-15min wait when there's a long line on the weekend. read more

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I was really excited to know there was a Boba Guys in the area since I thought it was only in Norcal! Boba Guys is located is a super cute, camp aesthetic plaza. The business itself is more of an order and pick up kind of place since there's no tables/chairs to hang out at (there's only 2-3 chairs at least). With that being said, there are many seats around the plaza to hang out at. They have a pretty diverse menu. You can order at the kiosk or at the register. Horchata: This definitely tasted like Horchata. I would recommend if this is your cup of tea! Ube Latte: This drink is so aesthetically pleasing, haha. It requires a really good mix. It's pretty good, but it also isn't the best thing I've had. The pearls for both drinks were cooked perfectly. Not hard and not too soft, but just a great texture and taste overall. I have heard the Strawberry Matcha is really good if you are needing a flavor to try. Unfortunately, my boyfriend and I were only in the area and we don't live as close as we want to try it often, but I would definitely visit again to try more flavors from the menu. read more

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Excellent Strawberry Matcha Latte. Strong matcha flavors, strawberry jam is not too sweet. They have milk substitutes. Their almond jelly tastes more like silk tofu pudding - what a pleasant surprise! My friend liked their Thai Tea boba. Easy walk-up to order. Cute wicker cocoon seating and beautiful trellis purple flowers. Next time, I wanna try their Tie Guan Yin Oolong and Korean Banana Milk (both sounds odd and exciting)! read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Matcha with Almond Jelly & Thai Tea with Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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BOBA GUYSSSSS - I've been going to this place since it started up in the Bay Area. This is where I learned about a strawberry matcha and is truly the only place I'll get a strawberry matcha. I've never been (and still am not) a matcha girly but this is the one time I am. Currently craving this already after just having it read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Matcha Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I've been wanting to try Boba guys and I'm so glad they opened up shop in the OC! My go-to has been the strawberry tea Fresca, I'm a huge fan of fruity boba and I love LOVE that they offer almond jelly instead of boba. I also stopped by the try their Pink Pitaya, which is part of their summer menu, it's not my cup of tea, but then again I'm not much a fan of dragon fruit in general. Their coffee horchata is also a nice treat if you want a nice mix of horchata and the strong shot of espresso. Overall, am happy they not only offer a variety of flavors from all over the globe, but also make an conscious effort to be eco friendly, love that their straws are compostable! Overall, fast and friendly service, I'm so glad they also offer a kiosk in case you want to avoid human interaction haha. ;) Thank you so much and welcome to the OC! read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Tea Fresca (Strawberry Jasmine) w/ Almond Jelly - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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All the drinks were watered down. Not the usual experience from Boba Guys. Really disappointed.

I've heard many good things about Boba Guys over the years from friends in San Francisco and when they opened their first few locations in LA a while back. Years later, I finally got to try one of their drinks as they finally opened a spot in the OC at the Camp! The aesthetic/design of the place is modern and inviting with most of it being outdoors and the menu is pretty broad with plenty of drinks to choose from! I like the fact that they are alternative milk options for those that are lactose intolerant and I can tell that all their ingredients are fresh and they get high quality tea for their drinks! You can order in person or ahead online for pickup! For my drink, I ordered the Ube Latte and it was delicious! The ube marmalade mixed with coconut milk was a new flavor profile for me that I loved! You get the creamy ube flavor mixed with the sweet nuttiness from the coconut milk that works really well when mixed together with a little hint of spice! Drinks can be ordered in 2 sizes and service was pretty quick after ordering! Parking is pretty easy to find since it's located in the Camp and it most likely pretty crowded on the weekends but on a weekday like when I went, it wasn't busy at all! Overall I give Boba Guys a 4.5/5! If you are in Costa Mesa, I highly recommend giving them a try! I totally understand the praise and hype fans have for their drinks and I will be absolutely coming back for more drinks! read more

Boba Guys - Ube Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This location is very cute! Glad they opened one up around OC. There's parking around the plaza in front and in the back! The location is outdoors in a way, it's and open space. It's very outdoorsy looking like the plaza I guess. I always get the strawberry matcha latte! They can't adjust sweetness unless you're willing to get less strawberry, which compromises the overall flavor, so that is up to you! read more

Boba Guys - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Parking around here is a bit tough, but if you're able to find a spot or have a friend drop you off, they're quite efficient. Came here around 4PM on a Saturday and there was no line! I placed my order on the kiosk and had my drink in less than 5 minutes. Their boba had a nice consistency and the strawberry matcha latte was refreshing without being overly sweet. I rarely come this far south, but will definitely drop by if I'm in the area again! read more

Boba Guys - strawberry matcha latte with boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Really solid and consistent boba. Wish we had one closer but it's worth the 25 min drive. Service is quick and it's a really nice place to hangout when the weather is good. My go to is the banana milk with coffee or the hibiscus read more

Boba Guys - Banana milk - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The drinks were really good! Nothing mind blowing, but the matcha-to-everything else ratio was tasty! When I mixed it, it had a strong mango flavor with a matcha aftertaste. The mochi was not what I was expecting. It was very liquidy and had a similar texture to Filipino taho. I thought I could chew on it or something, but it just tasted/felt like heavy cream. read more

Boba Guys - Right: lychee w mochi Left: matcha mango w mochi - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Solid boba store originally from SF. Serves high quality tea here. Some of my faves are their black sesame latte, horchata latte, hongkong MT. But they are most known for their strawberry MT read more

Boba Guys - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I'm so ecstatic that my favorite place to get a strawberry matcha drink is finally in OC! They're currently having their soft opening and will have their grand opening on 9/25. I already know this is going to be a popular spot because they have a prime location at the Camp. Luckily, they do have mobile order if you really don't feel like waiting in line. I got the strawberry matcha latte with boba. Their boba is definitely a little harder & chewier so if you don't like that, maybe look at some of their other options! Their straws are also 5/5 because they're recyclable and don't melt in your mouth. read more

Boba Guys - Strawberry Matcha Latte - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Having found this location in OC was amazing! For the longest time it had only been in NorCal and then in LA so I'm glad it finally reached OC! While there is a parking lot, it's a nightmare on the weekends. From what I heard from friends, it's definitely a lot better during the week. It is located at the CAMP and is such a neat little place though. The aesthetics blend outdoors with indoors. On this day I went, the screen menu wasn't working so the only menu they had was on the counter. Overall, I thought the drinks were the same quality as I've tried in other locations and they even implemented their bamboo straws here as well! Definitely would recommend for a treat or a boba guys fix -- just better on a weekday! read more

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This is more of a 3.5 rating. Out of all boba places, this is one my favorites. Most of the teas are fragrant, the boba texture is the BEST. However, every time I go, the boba is less and less. They raised the price of boba to be $0.75 too. If you're going to charge that much, you need to stick with consistent measurements. This picture here shows my large cup and you can see the boba ratio looking pretty sad. Bummer bc I would go out of my way to come here multiple times a week. read more

Boba Guys - Raised price of boba to $.75 and just showing the ratio of it in my drink - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I had a gift card and decided that I wanted to use it. I was gonna go to the one by my work but when I looked it up on Yelp, it was reported closed!!!! I'm actually a little bit not surprised. I just never saw it busy and it was in a not so busy location. So the only location closer was the one at The Camp in Costa Mesa. I decided to just use the entire gift card because who knows, this one might shut down too!!!! I got the Thai iced tea and the Hong Kong Milk Tea. Overall I have to say, it's ok and the menu is just okay too. I just don't think they have a lot of good options for drinks. I just don't care for the menu. And also there wasn't anyone at the register so I kept having to look at the side window and there were people working in there but I wasn't sure whether to knock on the window or if anyone was gonna show up. I waited a long time for someone to actually help me. read more

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Came here last night and had such a wonderful experience! I'm pretty picky with what boba drinks I like - strictly fruity things. So, I've only tried one drink from here but it keeps me wanting to come back! The strawberry tea fresca with boba is *chef's kiss*. The only place I've found that has something similar that I like is 7 leaves, but they're slightly different so I'll switch between the two when I'm in the mood for a strawberry tea. This location has both kiosks and cashier ordering - options for both introverts and extroverts lol! The manager Luke took great care of us. He was so friendly and gave us great recommendations. Our order came out so quickly too. Can't wait to come back. read more

The hot weather has met their match. Boba Guys delivers an array of gourmet drinks that will satisfy anyone cravings. This quaint location is in the heart of the CAMP district in Costa Mesa. Grab your favorite drink, as mine was their delicious Thai tea, and take a stroll around the CAMP district. Ordering was easy and the waiting area for your drink has a lot of shade! Looking forward to making another visit. read more

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I got the ube milk tea. It didn't really taste like ube, matter of fact it was really bland. I don't think I'd come back. There are plenty of other competing boba shops, this can't even be considered mid tier. Honestly! read more

As someone who avidly gets boba, I was by far disappointed. Boba Guys for a period of time was extremely mainstream and prevalent in social media, so I was eager to try it out after being told by a friend that there was a location in Costa Mesa. I've went here twice, and let's say I wouldn't see myself coming back. I've had both their strawberry matcha and and a tiny bit of their mango matcha. Unfortunately, I was unable to finish both drinks. The matcha was bland and had a distinct taste of bitterness to it. The strawberry matcha was only good during the first sip, as you're drinking the strawberry syrup which carries the flavor. After that, all you're able to taste is watered down matcha. The mango matcha was straight up disappointing. It had a really strange aftertaste and I had enough after the first sip. The boba was huge, but had an extremely weird and plastic like taste to it. The service wasn't anything to look forward to either, just what you'd expect from a local boba shop. After giving Boba Guys two chances, I can safely say that I wouldn't see myself coming back here anytime sooner read more

Boba Guys - Mango Matcha With Boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - Costa Mesa, California