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    Bobaholics

    4.0 (646 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BOBAHOLICS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Joyce T.

    Visited on Saturday evening, it's quite empty, ordered via kiosk and got our drinks right away. Creme brulee Thai milk tea was pretty good, creamy and smooth texture, we opted for large size 32 oz, it's a good choice for two to share.

    Emily N.

    Nice cafe with some seating, a total of 2 outlets, and free wifi. Drinks are more expensive but they are a bigger size than usual. The creme brulee croffle is just tossed with sugar and served with a little container of cream. It was good though and $5. Store is not too busy and nice to do work at on a Friday :)

    LARGE X2
    Ter L.

    It's been a really really long time since I last visited but since I was in the area grabbing dinner... why not make a quick stop since I was thirsty. The menu offering @ Bobaholics is huge. The snack menu alone will leave you in awe. Here you will find teas, milk teas, coffees, smoothies, & lemonades. Things only get more interesting with all of the different ways to customize your drinks. Add some popping boba, an assortment of jelly bits, add an extra shot of espresso, or top your beverage with some cream??? Whatever your heart desires, Bobaholics is sure to have whatever you're in search of. Purchases: *COMPASSION FRUIT TEA *VIETNAMESE COFFEE *ROASTED OOLONG MILK TEA + HONEY BOBA & EGG PUDDING Drinks are good- refreshing, tasty, and well balanced with the sweetness. The boba is perfectly chewy and while the pudding was a little skimpy, it was good. Staff is friendly, service is quick, and your orders are made to your liking/requests. 4 stars. I'm tempting to come back and try out their snacks...

    Wendy T.

    Quick service and lots of seating available. Great spot for studying (spacious, good WIFI, outlets accessible). Got the viet coffee and the fried tofu, yum! Love the aesthetics here. Would come back.

    Inside
    Khai T.

    I came at lunch time and here's my experience: 1. Ambience (5/5): it was surprised me because the inside was totally different from what I imaged :). It was big and very clean. The decoration was very elegant and bright. There were plenty of seats when I came. Hidden Easter egg:). 2. Service (5/5): we almost served ourselves using kiosks at the front. We ordered from the kiosks and got the food at the cashier counter. The staff were very helpful and nice when I asked for some water and a sharing cup. 3. Food (3/5): - Matcha with mango and honey boba (3/5): personally, I wish it had more matcha flavor. The boba was normal, and the taste was quite bland. One plus was the drink was not too sweet. - Chicken popcorn (5/5): it was hella good:). Very tender and flavorful. The meat was not too dry and it hadn't too much flour. One plus was that it had skin, so yummy. - Calamari rings (3/5): I thought they would be some thick, circular rings like the ones I've had at other places before. It was quite chewy and not too fresh. By the way, I liked the squid tentacles. - House special sauce: good, matched well with the fried food. Overall, I loved the atmosphere here, it was very clean and bright. I lowkey liked the chicken popcorn a lot. Next time, I would try a new drink to give another review.

    Oolong Milk Tea
    Michael L.

    I was in the neighborhood and needed a boba fix so I decided to stop by. The shop is located in a strip mall close to the City Sports gym. It's on the side of the gym and there's a very close driveway on Oakland Road if you can spot it on your maps. So I ordered the Oolong Milk Tea with Honey Boba. Overall the drink was good and I would have independently given it 4 stars. However, I'm only giving it 3 stars because the guy/kid at the register was sub par. It looked like he didn't want to be there. I had a question about the differences between some of the boba offerings and I didn't get a great answer. There was another person there also and she brought out a food order for some other patrons. She also didn't exude customer service skills nor look very enthusiastic. There's a ton of interesting things on the menu and I want to come back but I'll have to see. There are too many other places around where the food and the service are notable.

    Mango coconut with mango crystals
    Tannu S.

    I ordered mango coconut with mango crystal boba, 40% sugar and ice in regular size. The drink was good and refreshing. Not overly sweet. Their menu has variety so may be another day to stop to try their food along with boba. I am so glad to find a place that has so many good options to make a boba drink without tea/coffee at the same time catering to boba tea enthusiasts. Also the staff is friendly and the place is casual and clean. If you not already know about them, visit.

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    Hanh H.

    Menu full of options! I want them ALL, ALL, ALL, ALL, ALL!!! Money, cars, socks and Boba! Flavor town: * Banana split with strawberry cream! Whoa! * Banana cream matcha. Hold on now! * Compassion tea - oh someone slap me I've become a BOBAHOLIC!! Snacks?! Oh amazing! Nice portions. Piping hot. Service is also wonderful specific to the Caucasian guy in the front. Hello friend! All above outlined flavors are a total ball for your taste buds and are my absolute go to! The business is also beautifully and tastefully cute in design.

    Eddy G.

    I was in the shopping center nearby, running some other errands, and thought I'd stop in to Bobaholics for a drink. Fruit flavored teas tend to be my favorite, and I saw that they had some options. There were a couple issues, unfortunately... I ordered the peach green tea, and was expecting it to be just a nice light fruity tea. It ended up being a lot more floral than I had expected. Personally, floral flavors just don't do it for me. Would have been nice if that was indicated on the menu more clearly somehow. That's more of a personal preference thing, though. The bigger issue was that I asked for my drink to be 50% sweet. When I got my drink from the counter, the first couple of sips were intensely sweet, and the remaining drink wasn't sweet at all. I even gave the cup a swirl for good measure before I put the straw in! I'm used to most places thoroughly shaking/mixing their drinks when they hand it off to a customer. I'd give this place a try again, but I can't say my first impression was great.

    Mali-Nelson O.

    Love love the pandan waffles. Best by far! Drinks are tasty and oh can't go wrong with the popcorn chicken on the side! We were greeted and treated nicely. Clean new establishment. No complaints here. Thanks!

    Now selling baked cookies!
    Lloyd C.

    It's been awhile since I last stopped in but noticed they have new coffee drinks, sell cookies, and remodeled. Compassion Tea: Green tea infused with mango, passionfruit, & peach (50% sweetneess). It was flavorful, fruity, and refreshing.

    Sunset sherbet
    Anthony N.

    This place is pretty decent for what i got. Im pretty sure its syrup but its not overdoing it since i can still taste the tea. I like the vibe of the store and my frinds also enjoyed the drinks they got. Just get less sweet if u know that they are gonna have multiple flavors. I would go back and get the sunset drink

    Taro ube coffee
    Alex Z.

    Bobaholics is honestly one of those places I like to come not only for the great drinks, but also to get myself a little snack. The crab rangoons are my favorite, there always piping hot. Service is fairly quick and even if it gets busy they have a cute seating area to relax while waiting for your order.

    Dubai Chocolate Matcha and Taro Ube Latte

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    Came here years ago and it was pretty good experience very friendly service and pretty good drinks

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    9 months ago

    Ordered a popcorn chicken and it was very salty. Also, the milk teas were tasteless. Wouldn't come back here again.

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    Can we still enter our phone numbers to earn points on Fivestars?

    Hello, we are currently pausing our reward system for safety reasons. We are encouraging our customers to keep your receipts and we will enter the rewards when it is safe for everyone!

    What is the default milk they use for milk teas?

    We use our non-dairy creamer by default, but we also offer whole milk, half n half, oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk!

    Do you do boba bars for events?

    Hi! Yes we do. Please email christie@bobaholics.co for more information :-)

    How many ounces are the bucket-sized drinks?

    32 ounces!

    What time do you stop food orders at night?

    Hi, we stop food orders at closing time!

    Do you have non-caffeinated TEAS here like caffeine-free earl grey or red/green rooibos or chrysanthemum tea?

    Hi! Yes, we do! We off non-caffeinated jasmine green tea along with honey chrysanthemum and golden buckwheat tea.

    Is there a maximum amount of flavors I can add if I create my own drink?

    You can pick as many flavors as you’d like! We recommend up to 6 flavors so it doesn’t get too sweet but the choice is still your’s :-)

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    This has grown to be one of my favorite places to get drinks!…read more My favorites are the grape boom - The grapes are always so refreshing and the drink isn't too sweet so it's more enjoyable. I also feel very light drinking it and don't feel unhealthy after. The coconut mango boom is super delicious as well! I love all the toppings inside especially the sago. Their jasmine guava king is one my favorites as well, i feel like they rarely miss. I loveee guava and jasmine so it's a perfect combo!! I tried the green grape guava slushie recently for their summer seasonal drink and it's sooo refreshing especially in the hot weather. It cools you down and I literally finished it so fast. And i never finish my drinks fast.

    I've been here once when they first opened and tried the Coconut Mango Boom. It was good, but not…read morememorable enough for me to come back often, especially with so many great boba spots in the Bay Area. This time, Instagram reels gave me major FOMO over their new Pistachio Cloud Jasmine Coconut, so I had to give HeyTea another try. The store is clean, modern, and has a nice minimalist vibe. It wasn't nearly as busy as my first visit, so my drink was ready in about 10 minutes, although the baristas were working nonstop with online orders. Staff were friendly and helpful too. As for the drink, I actually enjoyed the Jasmine Coconut base more than the Pistachio Cloud cream, which is funny because that's what brought me to revisit HeyTea. It was good and worth trying, but not something I'd specifically comeback for. Overall, I had a pleasant experience. I think HeyTea is worth trying at least once, especially if a new seasonal drink catches your eye. As for me... I'll probably only come back when Instagram gives me another FOMO.

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    4.3
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    tldr: solid menu. green tea amazing. quick service! doesn't need sugar to make it better!…read more has a pretty solid menu! there isn't a lot of seating. but there's some outside! it was about 5pm and they were sold out of boba sadly. but i got the calamansi green tea. perfectly sweet and tart at 75%. im not too much of a green tea enjoyer. but it was great green tea! i would love to come again!

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    4.6
    (145 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    I really like this spot! The menu isn't massive, but what they have they do well--I am personally a…read morefan of how focused their menu is. I will say that the drinks are on the pricier side; everything her ranges from 6 to 8 dollars, even for the smaller-sizd drinks. This spot is a bit small, but it is well-lit and comfortable to sit in. It's clean and stylish inside, and orders are primarily taken through a standing tablet. It's relatively easy to find parking, even though the lot is somewhat busy, especially right after work. The drinks come out pretty quickly and taste really good, though even their "less sweet" options tend to err on the side of being too sweet. I am usually a bit suspect of matcha or hojicha served by places that mostly serve other boba drinks, but I have tried both the matcha and hojicha here, and I liked both. They don't serve food or snacks, which I don't mind! I would absolutely recommend this spot to others; it's a nice experience and their drinks (at least the ones I've tried) are solid.

    I usually order ahead through the Squarespace app whenever I come here, which makes the experience…read moreincredibly convenient. My go-to order is the Strawberry Matcha with whole milk, less ice, less sweetness, and honey boba. The matcha has a rich, flavorful taste that pairs perfectly with the strawberry puree. The strawberry flavor is fresh and not overly sweet, creating a well-balanced drink that doesn't overpower the matcha. The honey boba adds just the right amount of sweetness and texture, making it my favorite combination. One of the best things about this shop is how fast the service is. Even when ordering in person, I'm usually able to get my drink and be on my way within minutes. The efficiency makes it an easy stop when I'm craving a quick drink. The interior is also a highlight. There's plenty of seating available for anyone looking to study, work, or simply catch up with friends. The space feels welcoming and cozy, with a cute aesthetic that makes it enjoyable to spend time in. Overall, this is a great boba shop with quality drinks, fast service, and a comfortable atmosphere. If you're a matcha lover, I would definitely recommend trying the Strawberry Matcha.

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    TP Tea Berryessa is a dangerous kind of convenient: the type of place that sits right around the…read morecorner from my childhood home and suddenly turns a quick errand into "we might as well grab drinks and waffles." But convenience only gets you in the door. The quality is what makes you come back. The Lychee Berry Smoothie is my personal favorite: bright, refreshing, clean, and balanced without being overly sweet. My kids loved the egg waffles, especially because they come out warm, crisp, and fun to share. My son went straight for the Brown Sugar Boba Milk, and that one has that rich, smooth, classic brown sugar flavor that tastes like comfort in a cup. What impressed me most is the value. Everything feels polished, fresh, and well put together without feeling overpriced for what you get. Great drinks, great waffles, great location, and the kind of consistency that makes this an easy family go-to. Beautiful quality, strong value, and dangerously convenient in the best possible way. Easy 5 stars.

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    4.2
    (355 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    This place is known for their matcha but I especially love the hojicha here. The drink is not…read moregrainy at all -- very smooth (which can sometimes be an issue with hojicha drinks). The flavor here is very strong -- you can actually taste the roasty nuttiness of the hojicha and it is not diluted at all. The earl grey addition gives that extra caffeine but also a great floral aftertaste that compliments the flavor of the hojicha well.

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    3.8
    (80 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    They're getting really creative with the drinks, even adding rice into it lol. I got the strawberry…read moreteagurt & I added purple rice as my topping. My friend got the jujube purple rice yogurt. I didn't think tea & yogurt would mix well, but it's actually pretty good! It's not too tart and you mostly taste the strawberry jam. The purple rice gives it a different texture when you chew, and I'm assuming it's pretty healthy if you compared it to boba. My friend thought her drink tasted ok. It's a nice change if you want something other than boba.

    I've discovered a new drink place to add to my list of favorites. Next time, I'm not sharing the…read moreosmanthus yogurt. It was smooth with a mellow sweetness, even at 100%. The osmanthus syrup complimented the yogurt and gave it some texture. The grape teagurt, on the other hand, is probably not something I'll get again because the grapes at the bottom were too sour and had a weird rubbery, gritty texture. I'm looking forward to trying the honeydew yogurt drink next. They have a lot of unique drinks that I haven't seen elsewhere. I appreciated that when my drink came out a little short, the server made more so that it would fill to the top. And I appreciated that the register asked me to join their rewards program after paying instead of there being a nondescript sign somewhere away from the counter that would surely lead to me kicking myself for not seeing it after spending a lot. The reward is $8 off for spending $100.

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    4.5
    (448 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Kitchen open late
    Happy hour specials

    I've been to Co Ba twice now and had a great experience both times. I was looking for a reliable…read moredessert spot open late that serves desserts on the lighter side, and che fit the bill perfectly. Both times I've gone were half an hour before closing and the store was packed. The first time I got the Ha Noi Mist and the Lychee Rose, the second time I got the Ha Long Sunset and a limited stock warm specialty dessert with pandan and ube dumplings in a ginger coconut sauce. The Ha Noi Mist's ingredients sounded the most aligned with my personal preferences and I got the Lychee Rose to try something different but refreshing on a warm summer night. I was hesitant to get the Ha Long Sunset since I'm not a fan of jackfruit but Eric voted for it, and also the dumplings since a ginger coconut sauce sounds weird but he said that's what he wanted. Sipping che through a straw definitely beats spooning it. Make sure to thoroughly mix the drink and crush up the ice a bit before indulging. On my first visit I didn't notice the kiosk and ordered with the cashier so I was confused at how I would know when my order is ready because I didn't get a number or a receipt, but I later noticed the screens displaying that information on the wall. I'm a big fan of pandan jelly. The red pearls can be good but can sometimes have a bit of a crunchy chew in the center. Young coconut has a good flavor but a texture that isn't my favorite. I did not like the jackfruit in the Ha Long Sunset, but the flavor wasn't strong enough to ruin the whole dessert. I feel like che is a dessert that is not necessarily expensive or time consuming to produce, and the milk tea/fruit tea prices here are definitely on the pricey end given their component ingredients. Yes I would revisit, especially when I need dessert late, but I feel that making che at home could be the cost-effective alternative.

    Definitely one of the top Teas and Desserts shops in the Bay Area!!! I have been here 3 times…read morealready. A small but cozy shop with indoor and outdoor seatings. Nice Lounging area inside. Great Authentic Vietnamese Drinks and Che Deserts!!! My top go-to here are the Hanoi Mist, Saigon Pearl, Matcha Paradise, Jasmine Blossom, and Thai Orchid. Great Taste and definitely Refreshing!!! No cash Card Only.. I recommend come check it out!

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    3.9
    (435 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    I like the environment here. It's dark so it feels like a night club with modern hip-hop and R&B…read moreplaying in the background. The drinks also each have cool names. Sometimes I don't even read what the drinks have in it. I'll get it because it sounds cool. I've yet to have a bad drink so picking drinks based off of names has worked out so far!

    Again, we're exploring San Jose for boba spot as I'm not a little further south for work. But I've…read morebeen wanting to try Pekoe (though I think we tried it once before at a different location...maybe), so we went ahead and tried it. In short, the boba as hard, the drinks were interesting but don't think we'll be coming back. L O C A T I O N Pekoe is located in a small plaza with dedicated parking that's shared with the other establishments. I did easily find parking but I could imagine it being hard to find parking during peak times. I N S I D E There are some seating areas which is nice. But it was pretty dead and basically a kiosk to order your drinks. No one was at the front as I'm sure they were in the back making the drinks. M E N U They had a variety of drinks with some special naming conventions. The drinks start at $6.50 and you can do a split cup so you can try more than one drink but it will cost a dollar more. But primarily drinks are milk teas and fruit teas. I kind of wish they just had standard milk teas and you can add your own toppings. Maybe there was a way to do this but nothing stood out when I was ordering at the kiosk. I got a Black Dragon which was an oolong with grass jelly and my hubby got the Foxy Brown which was a brown sugar milk tea with honey black boba. I got to taste his boba and it was so hard. He was like, maybe it's al dente...no this was not cooked thoroughly. My drink tasted chocolatey which I didn't mind. It was an interesting oolong taste profile. The grass jelly was fine. S E R V I C E Kiosk was fine. Easily paid by credit card. Drinks came out in a timely manner. O V E R A L L Although I didn't mind my drink, I wouldn't go back for the boba itself. The drinks were fine but when bobas start to be almost $7 a drink, there's just other options that I would prefer with menus that are a little more flexible. But I would say try them out still and decide for yourself!

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    Inside and seating to left
    Inside and seating to left
    Pekoe Special and Pretty in Pink
    Pekoe Special and Pretty in Pink
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    Bobaholics - bubbletea - Updated July 2026

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