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    Boba Guys

    4.1 (436 reviews)
    ModerateBubble Tea
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Strawberry Matcha Latte
    Meiyi Y.

    The strawberry matcha latte was tasty with the balance between the sweet strawberry puree and earthy matcha. You cannot adjust the sweetness of this drink since the sugar is in the strawberry puree, but the barista offered to put in less puree to make it less sweet. The store has a couple of window seating, but this is more of a grab a drink and go place.

    Founders's Favorite off the secret menu, available only to regulars who reach the level in their app.
    Cece Y.

    I'm sad the Hayes Valley location closed, so this is now my new favorite Boba Guys location. The staff here are very friendly and fast with drinks. There is some seating indoors along the window, but it's mostly standing only. There's lots of other good food on this block and street, as well a public outdoor park and seating area just down the block. I ordered off the secret menu (available only to regulars who unlock the level in their app) and got the Founders's Favorite It's coffee with ube and banana milk. So pretty and tasty! Other favorites include the Hojicha Latte with kuromitsu syrup and the Black Sesame Layyr, as well as the Butternut Squash Latte, but that's a seasonal special they haven't brought back in a while. I've been to several other boba cafés in SF, but none of them are as good as Boba Guys!

    Menu (7/2025)
    Rose T.

    I haven't been to Boba Guys in a while. When the Chinatown location first opened, there were always lines out the door. That wasn't the case for this location in Potrero Hill. I was in the neighborhood when I walked by a menu board showcasing their Spring Summer 2025 Seasonal Specials. They looked good so I decided to go in. After perusing the menu, I ordered the Yuzu Pina Matcholada (16 oz - $7.00) with boba ($0.85). +Combo of the coconut, pineapple, and yuzu was very refreshing with a creaminess from the matcha cloud +Not too sweet: The cashier told me that sweetness can't be adjusted b/c there aren't any added sugars. +Boba was soft & chewy with caramelization. +Topped with crunchy fruity bits (freeze dried pineapple?) +No upcharge for no ice +Cup & bamboo fiber straw were durable. -Matcha could be stronger. Side notes: 1.) 5% Healthy SF Mandate automatically added to all orders. 2.) Limited indoor seating: I saw 2 people sitting on stools. Daggett Park is nearby but if the weather isn't great it's best to take your drink to-go. *Verdict: 4.5 stars rounded up to 5 d/t service. I received my drink within 5 minutes after ordering. If I was in the area, I would try another one of their seasonal drinks. Depending on the drink, it can be pricey but they have a lot of creative options with Asian ingredients that I haven't seen anywhere else.

    Jay G.

    Ugh, I love boba guys, but why was drink so watery! I got the Thai tea and was expecting creamy but it was very watered down. Even upon receiving it I was thinking the drink looked too clear or see through for it to be Thai tea. Boba balls were chewy but not very sweet.

    Classic black milk tea
    Lily H.

    I love boba guys and found this one open near me so was excited to have it as my go-to when I'm craving a classic but good black milk tea. The boba was great the first time I came but seems to be inconsistent in quality the following times. My go-to is always get the classic black milk tea with boba and 50% sweet and default straus milk. It seems some of the staff members (there was a boy the first time I went and it was good) and the other times when I got the boba it was more on the diluted side (an older women, maybe the manager?). When the boy was there the boba was just a bit stronger and perfect. The third time I came the older woman was there again and the milk tea was diluted again, the nice cassia milk tea that I loved going to boba guys for was just almost but not there. Overall okay, but if the consistency of the quality of the flavor in the boba is fixed it'd be a 5 star.

    Geoff B.

    Stopped by Boba Guys this evening for a post-dinner treat. Still one of my go-to spots -- they really set the standard for quality boba. Drinks are always fresh and balanced, and the boba has that perfect chewy texture. I usually stick with the matcha strawberry, but gave the mango matcha a shot tonight -- no regrets. Super smooth and not too sweet. Definitely recommend. Consistently solid spot. Never disappoints.

    Black sugar hojicha latte
    Amy B.

    My drink from Boba Guys was super solid, with a strong tea flavor and subtle sweetness, which I was able to customize! The boba was great for the most part, but every once in a while I got a boba that was a little tough. I ordered the black sugar hojicha latte and was impressed with the quality. I am interested to try their other unique drinks. This location is very small with only one table to sit at, but it is great to grab and go as there is a park right next to it!

    Simone O.

    Came here on a sunny day, a little bit of a line but didn't wait longer than 20 minutes total and either ordered on the kiosk or talked to the barista. Strawberry Matcha Latte (5/5): this is my go to, the strawberry sweetness and flavor really compliments the matcha Pandan Caramel Matcha Latte (4/5): not really a strong pandan flavor but the caramel matcha was nice!

    Dirty Banana Milk and White Peach Jasmine Fresca
    Jennifer F.

    Drinks are great! Service is great! Ambiance is nice and cleanliness is good. I go to this location because it's the closest to home.

    Horchata
    Anthony N.

    5/5! Been wanting to try Boba Guys for a long time, and while visiting SF, I finally got a chance too! The Food: I went with the Horchata Specialty drink. It was delicious! Had that great horchata/cinnamon flavor. Was refreshing and made to my liking. The Service: Service was great. Staff were friendly. Ordered ahead of time and went to go pick the drinks up. Very fast service! The Atmosphere: Nice and small boba spot. Very Modern and minimal setup. Overall, a 5/5 Loved the drinks and service here. Would come back to boba Guys!

    Thai Tea
    Thu N.

    Their new Pastel Paradise Cloud is SO DELICIOUS! Definitely going to be craving this drink often. You'll love it if you enjoy strawberry-lychee flavor combos, and it's also a cute insta-worthy drink to top it all off (very Barbie girl summer). Staff was very friendly when we came into the store and super speedy whipping up this drink at the Potrero branch. Loved my experience here and am definitely very curious about their other seasonal summer offerings!

    Korean Banana Milk and Matcha Latte
    Ryan B.

    Today the shop had a popup selling Uyghur meat pies from a local vendor. The meat pies were really tasty but VERY expensive. I also liked that the cashier was kind enough to ask if I wanted the pies heated up or frozen. Speaking of the drinks, the boba from this location is of better quality than the other locations like the one near Chinatown SF. The service is quick since we only waited 3-5 min for our order. I recommend getting the Korean banana milk if you have a sweet tooth but you don't care for other known flavors like brown sugar or matcha.

    Mango fresca (seasonal special) and a boba guys pin!
    Eileen C.

    Boba Guys is so consistently good, and this location is such a convenient and nice location to grab a boba on the way or to sit and chat with friends. When I don't know what to get, I always go for the strawberry matcha or their classic black milk tea. But I often like trying their seasonal flavors as well! The people working here were super nice and gave samples to try for the seasonal frescas!

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    I love their drinks and boba, it's my preferred texture for tapioca pearls! Workers were friendly and helpful too

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    Would it be possible to use compostable cups?

    as of may of 2022, when you buy drinks from boba guys, they all come in pla cups and lids--which are all compostable… Read more

    What time do they start serving boba?

    I believe this locations starts at 11am

    Do they have plugs?

    No plugs for you to use

    Is there wifi here?

    yes! just ask a bobarista for the password :-)

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    I wanted a milk tea because the ones I was making at my father's house were not cutting it. I…read moredecided to check out Mew Tea. I walked about 30 minutes and arrived too early as the store did not open until noon. I walked out to Geary Blvd. and there was a lot of construction as I explored the area. I returned with only 14 minutes left before opening. The lady opening the store was raising the blinds on the windows facing the street. She unlocked the door shortly after noon and directed me to the kiosk to order. I knew I wanted the peach oolong milk tea at 75% sweet with no ice. It had been quite windy on the walk. Because of a coconut allergy in the family I had to ask if the popular mango pomelo sago had any coconut. Unfortunately, it has coconut (milk or oil?). As soon as I heard coconut, it was a no go. I wasn't familiar with pomelo and the lady told me it was like grapefruit. I still wanted to order a mango drink and went instead with the mango smoothie also 75% sweet with less ice. The customer following me asked about alternative milks which they do have. I overheard that they have oat and almond milk. Both drinks were excellent. The milk tea was not too sweet and I appreciated the peach bits in the drink. The mango smoothie was really creamy.

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