Boba Koala

4.5 (33 reviews)

Bubble Tea, Coffee & Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies

Closed • 9:00 am - 6:30 pm

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Andrew T.

A cute little spot with accessible parking off to the side. There's a cute storefront vibe coming in. There's a variety of options to choose from. I can't go wrong with a thai milk tea as a judgment on boba tea places. The thai milk tea was decent and I can see myself getting it again.

John B.

This place is in a fancy complex with limited parking; two spaces are reserved for 15-minute pickups at this place but otherwise you're taking a chance. It is walkable from downtown. The inside is very kitschy Their fruit tea options already include some diced fruit and seeds mixed in, and the option is available to order up to three toppings. Even ordering two was quite excessive. My green apple boba were perhaps the best part of this drink, but the grass jelly I ordered was a single blob of jelly which had to be broken up with the straw; I was expecting a bunch of little jellies but I guess this worked. If I'd gotten a third topping, I don't know that there would have been any space for actual tea. The little fruit bits added some nice flavor and texture. It was an interesting beverage. Only an occasional indulgence for me with the price. If I came back, I'd order differently, but I think I could do well.

Rose E.

I felt compelled to check out this new Boba joint...and honestly, I felt it was time and money wasted. Here's why. I simply asked for their Matcha Milk Tea with Boba. Simple enough? Well, for some odd reason, they added this super-sweet Caramel/Chocolately mix into my tea...which basically diluted the Matcha flavor! Just WAY too sweet...almost sickening! I mean, what happened to my MATCHA Milk Tea? I could barely taste the Matcha! Not sure why it didn't register right away that they got the drink wrong...adding this random flavor into my simply Matcha Milk Tea. But I realized how wrong it was as soon as I took it out of the bar and drank it in my car, already driving away. I wish I stayed put..so that I could just have them redo the drink right. As it was, the place was way farther than I had thought...so never should have bothered. Plus, the place was small, compact, and WAY too busy with one too many TOO-cute, juvenile merchandise. Definitely not my kinda place. So yeah, a total waste for me. Waste of gas...and 7 bucks for a drink I could barely sip. Never again will I return to this "Toyland" version of a tea bar.

Myiah H.

I cant wait to come back. My gripe has NOTHING TO DO with Boba Koala. My gripe: parking! You have to park across the street in a parking spot in the parking deck. You have to pay for an hour, and it's $5.50. So my advise is to combine cars before driving out here. The owner is so sweet here. The store is adorable with plush toys and small containers of baked goods. Perfect for the students on campus. There are also cheeze it's and other traditional candy. Our drinks were the passion fruit tea with rainbow jellies and the Oreo milk tea (with oat milk) and brown sugar jellies. The passion fruit tea is not that sweet, but it's delicious, has real fruit in it and the jellies added sweetness. The Oreo gives a traditional Oreo milkshake flavor, but as a drink. The brown sugar jellies are a great addition in this drink. I believe we paid about $14 for both, so not bad at all. Kinda like the prices of Starbucks drinks. I'd definitely return! I saw on Google that it was Boba Tea Celebration day, or something like that; and I'm glad that I gave this place a try.

Stephanie L.

Okay, first of all.... Why is this place so cute!! I was in the mood for some boba and decided to try this place since I was in the area. Such a cute Cafe, they have so many options it took me a while to decide what I wanted, they also had some snacks and other treat offerings which looked so yummy. The employee was very patient with me and answered all my questions and even offered some recommendations! I went with the Aloe juice with jelly - Passion Fruit flavor and omg it was delicious and refreshing! I also ordered the Pineapple tea refresher (not pictured) for later, I'm sure it will be just as delicious! If you've been considering this place, don't walk - RUN and get you some boba!

Tim B.

wow~ this local family business is giga cute! Tasteful colouring, plenty of snacks, cute plushies, and most importantly yummy refreshments from a kind inviting lady. Two Koala Boba reserved parking spots available and nearby light rail!

I stopped in last week for a treat. I passed the owner while walking to the store but needed to use the bathroom first (down the hall, behind the security desk). I got my order and was walking back to my car and there was a security guard taking a picture of my license plate. I said "what the hell?" while waiving my purchase in my hand. She responded that they have had problems with people parking in the Boba Koala spots all day. I said that I understood that, but the sign says 15 MINUTES and I was only in that spot for 5. We both walked back into the store where the woman who rang me up verified I had purchased something. I felt like a criminal! You can see in the picture it's 15 MINUTES!! I am NEVER going back to a shop that treats PAYING customers like this.

Hailey L.

This boba spot is so underrated! It is so good and the service is great. The inside is very cute and has a bunch of plushies that you can buy as well as snacks. Had to go 2 days in a row because it was that good

Amanda P.

Love this little shop! Can't believe I didn't know it was not only right beside my office.....but they open at 9am!!! I've always wanted morning boba instead of morning coffee and now I can and not only that, but the boba and milk teas are also actually really good!! And very fairly priced!! They also have cute plushies and snacks for sale! Will be coming here lots!

Elizabeth M.

I got the Vietnamese iced coffee and red bean dumplings. Both were great. Staff was very friendly and I love how it's beside the hotel.

Jess M.

Cute interior full of life, love, color, and happiness!!! The mango smoothie I got was refreshing especially with the chunks of mango in my straw! They have a lot of Adorable plush items to purchase! Inside there is seating, it's air conditioned, and just a great local spot to hang and get some quality drinks and snacks! We also got the red bean bao which stayed warm for 30min!!!!

Teryl R.

I love that the shop was right next to my hotel, so I was able to pick it up right as I was checking out. I do believe that they only have one size which was fine with me. The bigger the better. A great amount of boba was used, and it was sweet to my liking. The customer service was sweet, and simple. Prices were fine with me, and might I add since it is right next to a hotel I think that it is dope that part of the shop is like a Convenience shop. If I ever come back to this location I would for back to this shop and try a new flavor.

Jon M.

Overall a pretty good boba spot, nothing super crazy about it. I could say it was the best but I can for sure say it's not the worst I've had. However if you're looking for a quick boba fix in Charlotte and you happen to also need some tooth paste and a toothed brush. Yup, you got it, this is that spot. Boba + convenience store. I would say it's worth a try.

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Lauren L.

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Boba Koala is a great place to drop by while you're in Charlotte. It's located on the Johnson and Wales campus, and is such a cute spot with lots of decorations. There's a large variety of customizable drinks (milk tea, boba, etc) and several well-priced food options (dumplings for $4) The Jasmine Milk Tea was DELICIOUS. It had just the right amount of sweetness. My sister ordered a Strawberry Matcha drink that was just as good! The staff was fast, extremely warm and friendly, and there's a small parking lot next to the building. I'll be coming back! read more

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Brenda V.

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There is parking if you go around the corner on w trade street making a right from Johnson and Wales way. The store is very clean and smells amazing. They have so many cute Japanese plushies. We ordered the matcha and boba coffee with boba. Both were delicious. Staff was friendly. read more

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Cyndi K.

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Not far from the Charlotte Convention Center, located in the Johnson and Wales University Charlotte campus, Boba Koala offers a variety of drinks and snacks. Fast and friendly staff to help you get your boba fix and be on your way! The store front also offers some cute gifts, plushies as well as convenient items needed for students. Great stop while in the city. read more

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Andrew T.

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A cute little spot with accessible parking off to the side. There's a cute storefront vibe coming in. There's a variety of options to choose from. I can't go wrong with a thai milk tea as a judgment on boba tea places. The thai milk tea was decent and I can see myself getting it again. read more

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everything here is delicious and everythings so vibrant! but the server could use a better attitude, ruined my whole experience. left with a good drink though. read more

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John B.

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This place is in a fancy complex with limited parking; two spaces are reserved for 15-minute pickups at this place but otherwise you're taking a chance. It is walkable from downtown. The inside is very kitschy Their fruit tea options already include some diced fruit and seeds mixed in, and the option is available to order up to three toppings. Even ordering two was quite excessive. My green apple boba were perhaps the best part of this drink, but the grass jelly I ordered was a single blob of jelly which had to be broken up with the straw; I was expecting a bunch of little jellies but I guess this worked. If I'd gotten a third topping, I don't know that there would have been any space for actual tea. The little fruit bits added some nice flavor and texture. It was an interesting beverage. Only an occasional indulgence for me with the price. If I came back, I'd order differently, but I think I could do well. read more

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Rose E.

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I felt compelled to check out this new Boba joint...and honestly, I felt it was time and money wasted. Here's why. I simply asked for their Matcha Milk Tea with Boba. Simple enough? Well, for some odd reason, they added this super-sweet Caramel/Chocolately mix into my tea...which basically diluted the Matcha flavor! Just WAY too sweet...almost sickening! I mean, what happened to my MATCHA Milk Tea? I could barely taste the Matcha! Not sure why it didn't register right away that they got the drink wrong...adding this random flavor into my simply Matcha Milk Tea. But I realized how wrong it was as soon as I took it out of the bar and drank it in my car, already driving away. I wish I stayed put..so that I could just have them redo the drink right. As it was, the place was way farther than I had thought...so never should have bothered. Plus, the place was small, compact, and WAY too busy with one too many TOO-cute, juvenile merchandise. Definitely not my kinda place. So yeah, a total waste for me. Waste of gas...and 7 bucks for a drink I could barely sip. Never again will I return to this "Toyland" version of a tea bar. read more

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Myiah H.

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I cant wait to come back. My gripe has NOTHING TO DO with Boba Koala. My gripe: parking! You have to park across the street in a parking spot in the parking deck. You have to pay for an hour, and it's $5.50. So my advise is to combine cars before driving out here. The owner is so sweet here. The store is adorable with plush toys and small containers of baked goods. Perfect for the students on campus. There are also cheeze it's and other traditional candy. Our drinks were the passion fruit tea with rainbow jellies and the Oreo milk tea (with oat milk) and brown sugar jellies. The passion fruit tea is not that sweet, but it's delicious, has real fruit in it and the jellies added sweetness. The Oreo gives a traditional Oreo milkshake flavor, but as a drink. The brown sugar jellies are a great addition in this drink. I believe we paid about $14 for both, so not bad at all. Kinda like the prices of Starbucks drinks. I'd definitely return! I saw on Google that it was Boba Tea Celebration day, or something like that; and I'm glad that I gave this place a try. read more

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Stephanie L.

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Okay, first of all.... Why is this place so cute!! I was in the mood for some boba and decided to try this place since I was in the area. Such a cute Cafe, they have so many options it took me a while to decide what I wanted, they also had some snacks and other treat offerings which looked so yummy. The employee was very patient with me and answered all my questions and even offered some recommendations! I went with the Aloe juice with jelly - Passion Fruit flavor and omg it was delicious and refreshing! I also ordered the Pineapple tea refresher (not pictured) for later, I'm sure it will be just as delicious! If you've been considering this place, don't walk - RUN and get you some boba! read more

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Tim B.

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wow~ this local family business is giga cute! Tasteful colouring, plenty of snacks, cute plushies, and most importantly yummy refreshments from a kind inviting lady. Two Koala Boba reserved parking spots available and nearby light rail! read more

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Andrew M.

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I stopped in last week for a treat. I passed the owner while walking to the store but needed to use the bathroom first (down the hall, behind the security desk). I got my order and was walking back to my car and there was a security guard taking a picture of my license plate. I said "what the hell?" while waiving my purchase in my hand. She responded that they have had problems with people parking in the Boba Koala spots all day. I said that I understood that, but the sign says 15 MINUTES and I was only in that spot for 5. We both walked back into the store where the woman who rang me up verified I had purchased something. I felt like a criminal! You can see in the picture it's 15 MINUTES!! I am NEVER going back to a shop that treats PAYING customers like this. read more

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Hailey L.

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This boba spot is so underrated! It is so good and the service is great. The inside is very cute and has a bunch of plushies that you can buy as well as snacks. Had to go 2 days in a row because it was that good read more

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Amanda P.

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Love this little shop! Can't believe I didn't know it was not only right beside my office.....but they open at 9am!!! I've always wanted morning boba instead of morning coffee and now I can and not only that, but the boba and milk teas are also actually really good!! And very fairly priced!! They also have cute plushies and snacks for sale! Will be coming here lots! read more

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Elizabeth M.

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I got the Vietnamese iced coffee and red bean dumplings. Both were great. Staff was very friendly and I love how it's beside the hotel. read more

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Jess M.

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Cute interior full of life, love, color, and happiness!!! The mango smoothie I got was refreshing especially with the chunks of mango in my straw! They have a lot of Adorable plush items to purchase! Inside there is seating, it's air conditioned, and just a great local spot to hang and get some quality drinks and snacks! We also got the red bean bao which stayed warm for 30min!!!! read more

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Nice, helpful staff. There's a large variety of drinks to choose from and they are good with suggestions.

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Teryl R.

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I love that the shop was right next to my hotel, so I was able to pick it up right as I was checking out. I do believe that they only have one size which was fine with me. The bigger the better. A great amount of boba was used, and it was sweet to my liking. The customer service was sweet, and simple. Prices were fine with me, and might I add since it is right next to a hotel I think that it is dope that part of the shop is like a Convenience shop. If I ever come back to this location I would for back to this shop and try a new flavor. read more

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Jon M.

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Overall a pretty good boba spot, nothing super crazy about it. I could say it was the best but I can for sure say it's not the worst I've had. However if you're looking for a quick boba fix in Charlotte and you happen to also need some tooth paste and a toothed brush. Yup, you got it, this is that spot. Boba + convenience store. I would say it's worth a try. read more

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Vanessa H.

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Boba, quick small eats, and plushies. Cute place with good veggie bao, and strong but tasty dragon fruit boba. They made it without extra sugar for me as the rainbow jellies/fruit brought its own sweetness. read more

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Lea R.

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Amazingly good boba tea with friendly, quick service. Ordered brown sugar milk tea with half the sugar, and it's sweetened just right. We're so glad we stopped in! read more

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Drew J.

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Best boba tea! Great service and great snacks. Very quick & friendly customer service :)

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My favorite boba spot!! the staff are so friendly and the drinks are fair price!!! the decorations and setting is so cute and just nice to be in!! i always go here when i'm in charlotte read more

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Chastity M.

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Best and nicest place in Charlotte! Cute toys, tasty teas, and kind to people during events

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Great drinks with lots of selections to choose from, friendly staff, the coffee boba is especially good. If you go to JWU then its the best place nearby for a snack. I recommend the pork boa:) read more

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This place is great! Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I got a matcha milk tea with boba and It was very delicious. The have dairy free milk alternatives so I chose oat milk. Very refreshing read more

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Rehina L.

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Best Boba in Charlotte!! I search cities for the best boba and they are the absolute best!! The boba is a perfect texture and taste!!! They also have amazing pork dumplings and bbq buns!!! I live in Ballantyne and will drive all the way to this location for amazing boba!!! The owners are so adorable and willing to fix it exactly how you like it!!! Love y'all!!! Rehina read more

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Best boba we've ever had!!! Love the matcha and brown sugar teas with tapioca good customer service too read more

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Kenny R.

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Absolutely delicious and have non dairy options too. I got the coconut milk tea and asked if they could blend it and they were so nice and totally did! It came out perfect. Also it feels like walking into a hello kitty vibe and is so cute. This is for sure going to be a regular spot for me now. read more

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Erin C.

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Amazing shop! The best boba menu in Charlotte in my opinion. Can't wait to go back and try everything! Drinks and snacks. Also a super cute collection of plushies to fall in love with. Love that there are two reserved parking spots in case you want to swing by while on the road. The staff of super nice and helpful too. Love love love Boba Koala! read more

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Amanda O.

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Good boba tea, definitely recommends I got the brown sugar tea, it was a little on the sweeter side but all around very good

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Excellent tasting boba with a wide range of flavors! I love the location and the decorations in the store are so cute.

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Very cute little shop with delicious boba tea! The service was very nice and made the drinks quickly. I had brown sugar milk tea and it was great! Some of the best i've ever had. Also, the shop sells lots of other little things which is very convenient. Great experience and would come back again! read more

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we come here all the time and the drinks are always tasty! the owners are so friendly! they also have squishmallows, a fridge with snacks, and they also sell hot snacks like pork buns. 100% recommended! we come here at least once a week! read more

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More info about Boba Koala

901 W Trade St
Ste 160
Charlotte, NC 28202
Third Ward, Uptown
Directions
(980) 224-9764
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http://bobakoalaclt.com

Hours

What time does Boba Koala open?

Boba Koala opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Boba Koala opens at 10:00 AM on Friday.Boba Koala opens at 11:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does Boba Koala close?

Boba Koala closes at 6:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Boba Koala closes at 7:00 PM on Saturday.Boba Koala is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 9:00 AM - 6:30 PMFri 10:00 AM - 6:30 PMSat 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Boba Koala take credit cards?

Yes, Boba Koala takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Boba Koala have catering options?

Yes, Boba Koala does have catering options.

Does Boba Koala have a drive thru?

No, Boba Koala does not have a drive thru.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Boba Koala have bike parking?

Yes, Boba Koala has bike parking.

Does Boba Koala have outdoor seating?

Yes, Boba Koala has outdoor seating options.

Does Boba Koala have parking?

Yes, Boba Koala has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Boba Koala wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Boba Koala is wheelchair accessible.

Does Boba Koala have free WiFi?

No, Boba Koala does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

At Boba Koala, we take pride in creating the freshest and tastiest Taiwanese Milk Teas and Bubble Teas of all flavors imaginable.

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5.7 mi

Went there two times, first time i had some interesting boba alternative, passion fruit, not my…read morefavorite but the tea was great. That time they ran out boba, however the guy working there was super friendly and accommodating, he let us try couple different boba jelly things and we picked one. The other time we went they had regular tapioca boba and the tea was great. Would come back. It's also a cute place, and picture ready for those interested. P.S. My ratings are based on whether I believe I could make a better or healthier version at home. If food/drinks/service impress me, I'll be happy to come back. If not the stars reflect that.

I love walking and exploring cities. It was hot here in Charlotte and I absolutely enjoyed running…read moreinto this milk tea shop and trying one. Definitely hit the spot. Casual. Good service. Please come and create your own adventure.

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Village Juice & Kitchen - Charlotte

3.6

(49 reviews)

1.4 mi

A little disappointed with the unfriendly attitude of some of the workers here. I sometimes come…read morehere for the breakfast food or smoothie items but after a negative encounter with the person taking my order, I plan to go to other places in Optimist Hall instead. The ambiance is okay and the seating is shared with other vendors at the food hall. Also, to pair with the unpleasant interaction, I needed to go back because the mango salsa and hot sauce on my order was missing. Not only was the service sub-par, but the order was incorrect With Optimist Hall offering so many options, I would kindly suggest going other places instead, where you'll be treated with kindness and respect.

We ended up stopping here twice when we were in town because they are so good! Prices are a little…read morehigh. But we were on vacation so we splurged. We tried the Hot Pink and the Curious George. Definitely recommend. And the employees working were nice enough and our order came out fairly quickly.

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Carolina Smoothies

Just had a very watery smoothie and when I mentioned it to the owner she just asked if she should…read moreadd more honey but "the fruit is the fruit" and she can't change it. I just wasted $10 for a smoothie that tasted like ice chips and threw it out.

My first visit to Carolina Smoothie was after leaving Freedom Park on a very hot day, so I needed…read moresomething refreshing and decided to stop in for a smoothie. I ordered the Island Bound and expected it to have a bit more sweetness since I chose from the tropical side of the menu. The customer service was friendly and fast, which I appreciated. As for the smoothie, it tasted like fresh fruit simply blended together and served in very natural and clean tasting. It wasn't giving dessert vibes like I expected, but it definitely seems like a better option for someone looking for a healthier smoothie choice.

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The peanut butter slam is DELICIOUS. ITS COLD, CREAMY and the right amounts of each ingredient.

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Frutas Locas

4.2

(5 reviews)

22.9 mi

Store was clean and smelled like deliciousness . The owner was sweet, she understands little…read moreEnglish just as I understand little Spanish. There's pictures with names and prices of her menu on the wall. There's also several flavors of ice cream and Italian ice. It was some mango chamoy flavored ice that I'm definitely coming back to try. There's also a dish with ramen that a young lady was eating when I arrived that looked very tasty. Support small local businesses and give them a try! You will not be disappointed and my bill was under $20

Hidden gem! We stopped in for a little fruit/sweet treat after church on a Sunday…read more The ladies working were so friendly and servicing guests quickly. The place is spotless! I needed to take my time since I don't speak Spanish fluently and they were very patient. They explained everything I wanted to order to make sure I understood what I was getting. We ordered a managolada and a churro loco. We found a few favorite place! 10/10 will be back!

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Green Brothers Juice & Smoothie

3.3

(35 reviews)

6.5 mi

Quick and easy in and out visit. I ordered the promotional Strawberry Matcha smoothie and it was…read morereally good -- but one tip before you take that first sip: mix it up. The strawberry puree settles at the bottom so your first sip will be straight puree if you go in unprepared. Learned that firsthand. Ordering was smooth and the smoothie was ready in about 5 minutes. No complaints, will definitely be back.

Ordered from the kiosk so I wasn't squinting past people in like to look at the menu. Wanted a bowl…read morebut they were all kind of similar (wish they were more diverse like the smoothies) so I made a couple of modifications. Took a reasonable time as there were several folks in front of me. They called my name and we exchanged thank yous, but when I was walking away I heard a staff member say to the other that Saturdays can be their busiest days and they ideally don't do modifications. Whoops! The bowl itself was a little soupy, but tasty. Overall nice place to stop after a morning walk and glad theyre around.

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Clean Juice - Uptown

I wanted to write a review to talk about Mark at Clean Juice in the uptown Charlotte location. He…read moreis seriously the most joyful person I've ever met behind a counter. Every time I stop by during lunch to grab a smoothie, he's in the best mood, smiling, upbeat, and just radiating positivity. It genuinely makes my day better. On top of that, he always prepares everything with so much care. You can tell he actually loves what he does and wants every order to be perfect. It's rare to find someone who brightens your afternoon just by handing you a smoothie, but that's exactly what Mark does. Clean Juice is lucky to have him! Highly recommend stopping by, especially if Mark is working.

When traveling it can be hard to find a healthy and affordable breakfast spot. I ordered Clean…read moreJuice via ubereats and it was the perfect start to what I knew would be a busy day. I opted for an iced coffee with almond milk the detox juice. I also ordered the protein toast which is essentially the breakfast I make for myself regularly - avocado smashed on sprouted toast with a hardboiled egg, red pepper flakes and sea salt. Everything tasted like something I would make at home, super clean and tasty. Will most definitely add this into my travel rotation.

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Midwood Smokehouse

Excellent BBQ. We had the well fed combo plate with chopped pork, beef brisket, pork ribs and…read morejalapeño cheddar sausage. Ribs were tender and fall off the bone. Brisket was moist with beautiful smoke ring. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly and attentive. I would definitely come back when I am in the neighborhood

Went to Charlotte for work and heard so many amazing things about Midwood Smokehouse, so I had to…read moregrab a solo lunch to start my trip off right and I'm so glad I did! I ordered the burnt ends and brisket, and both were absolutely delicious. The burnt ends were rich, flavorful, and had that perfect smoky BBQ taste, while the brisket was tender and cooked beautifully. Definitely a spot I'd come back to next time I'm in Charlotte!

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maman

The hype is real, y'all!…read more I came in on a Thursday morning, and was able to snag a 10-minute parking spot on the street out front. There were only a couple folks ahead of me in line, so they took my order at the counter pretty quickly. The place is lovely, with lots of seating, fake trees, and blue & white decor. The pastry case is enticing with so many delectable-looking options, and they also have a full breakfast & lunch menu. To drink, I got the salted tahini and honeycomb latte + tahini foam, which was slightly savory and well-balanced. To eat, I tried the mac n cheese croissant, which I warmed up for a bit in the microwave at home. This pastry is very buttery and indulgent, with a good amount of mac on top. A unique option! I also enjoyed the pistachio & chocolate croissant. The pastries came out first, and then the drink. Since I was taking my order to-go, I'm not sure if there's an option for them the warm the pastries for you. Hope so! I always prefer them warm. I'll definitely be back to try more of the drinks & pastries and enjoy the café environment!

I love the concept of this place overall but there are some things people should be aware of. The…read moreonly parking option in the area is a garage that is owned by the apartments and Maman only validates for 30 minutes. Given that it is 30 minutes to get through the long line if you want to eat there you will be paying at least $4.50. Second the prices overall are quite high. For a latte, breakfast wrap and a tea cake it was $30. Considering parking it cost even more. So this would only be a once every couple of months splurge for me. The space itself is nice, the service was pretty good. My favorite thing was the fluer de sel latte. The breakfast wrap was ok but very messy. The tea cake was a little dry and too sweet for me. The menu had many choices and the pastries in the case looked really good.

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Biscuit Belly - Charlotte

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Amazing place!!!! Definitely returning!…read more Food 5 stars Customer service 5 stars Super clean establishment. Food was outstanding. Employees were very upbeat, friendly and genuinely happy to be there. Not used to that, but I'll take it! We ordered the following: Loaded breakfast tots - yummy goodness Smokeshow- amazingly Flavorful and delicious. Almost decadent. Short stack pancakes - very good No complaints

Really disappointed with this restaurant. The fundamental issue is that I thought the biscuits were…read moretoo dense and not light and fluffy like I prefer. The entire meal was disappointing. I know I made it look very pretty in my photos, but don't be fooled. Here is the complete review. We found the green tomatoes bland and appeared to have been frozen before being prepared. The "Gravy Train" with the mini biscuit was inedible. The gravy itself was OK. Nothing special, not one of the three were "great." But the mini biscuits were terrible, hard, dense chunks of dough. I ate one of them and discarded the rest. The "Chicken Ditch the Waffle" was equally terrible. Whatever they did to turn the biscuit into "fake" French toast is a 100% fail. They were as dense and unappealing as the mini biscuits. The chicken itself was fine. If I was only rating the chicken I'd probably give it a 3.5. The best dish was actually the "GOAT." It was served with a Standard biscuit which we thought was still too dense and dry. I recommend finding an independent restaurant that serves real, "from scratch" food. I should point out that the service crew in the dining room who delivered the food as well as provided cleanup and assistance, were exceptional. They were friendly, courteous, and focused on customer service. I'm sure they deserve more than they are being paid. It was obvious many of them were spanish-speaking immigrants. Not everyone in the restaurant treated them with the respect and gratitude they deserve. Here's the detail of our order from their menu. GRAVY TRAIN mini biscuits with samples of our gravies: sausage, mushroom, and smoked gouda mornay 9.25 FRIED GREEN TOMATOES O hand-breaded and served with ranch or pimento cheese (+1) 8.5 CHICK 'N DITCH THE WAFFLE we've ditched the waffle and replaced it with our biscuit-style french toast with a buttermilk fried chicken breast and Mike's Hot Honey 13.25 THE G.O.A.T. buttermilk fried chicken breast, sweet pepper jelly, goat cheese 12.25 DARK & SPICY BLOODY MARY poblano-tomato mix, vodka, garnish 11.25 (Overpriced and underwhelming)

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Nathan S.

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4 years ago

I don't write a lot of reviews but I feel like I have to write one because of something I witnessed and was amazed by the staffs at Boba Koala. I have been going to Boba Koala for a few weeks now and really loved my experience here: great selection of Boba Drinks and top notch customer service. The managers/staffs are always kind and very patient. Couple weeks ago, I came to get my boba drink as usual, there was a young lady customer who suddenly turned very pale and was about to pass out while she waited for her drink to be made. The staff and one other customers were really worried for this young lady and called 911, the medic crews came but had trouble locating the store so the staff asked the other customer to stay and take care of the young lady while he left his business and went outside to help direct the ambulance to the store quickly. The staff also made sure to give one of the medic crew members the young lady her order and cleaned up the big mess on the floor afterward. I was amazed by the staff effort and his patience. With all that and he still managed to get my order done within the reasonable wait time. That is called "going an extra mile". I highly recommend this business. read more

Maria N.

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1

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4 years ago

My friends kept telling me to go try Boba Koala uptown so I went. What a great experience I had at Boba Koala!!! best Tapioca Bobas I have tried so far. My favorite drinks here is the Brown Sugar Milk Tea with tapioca boba and Taro Milk Tea with extra bobas :). They also have a good variety of fruit teas, slushies, aloe juices and many more. They are also have some quick bite food items in case you are hungry. Staffs here are extremely friendly and very helpful. I will definitely come back again!!! read more

Brandon P.

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10

2

4 years ago

Very rude staff, overpriced drinks. You might as well go to Sharetea or Uptown's tea fusion. Bought a regular boba tea from this place that's $10, without anything else added to it, just milk tea and boba. I got the same Zoe's boba milk tea at Tea fusion for a little over $5, huge difference. Either way, the rip off wasn't what got to me, it's how the staff dismissed me and some other people from what I've seen, l'm not going to keep trying to grab your attention. read more

Tony C.

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3

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4 years ago

The store is inconsiderate and opens/closes at whatever time they please, despite their hours of business labeled on their door. It says they're open 9am Monday-Friday, they are sometimes open, other times they don't open until 11am. Also, you often have to get their attention when you walk into the store or prepare to be ignored for an hour like how my friends and I were ignored for an hour. read more

Stacee P.

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4

1

2 years ago

The drinks are super delicious and fresh. The couple is super sweet and helpful, a small shop with a lot of options and flavors. Also have small bites as well! read more

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