LOVED THE MATCHA BOBA and the service was so good shout out to Everlyn they're fast with it

This is such a bummer because the boba is so good but I feel bad the staff have no AC. It makes it seem like management isn't concerned for employee's work environment. Also, I came in and wasn't greeted which was fine because they were already working one groups' drinks that but then I waited for a bit until she was done, ordered, and then when my drinks were being made she stopped to take a gentleman's order, made his drink and then finished mine. This type of thing has happened multiple time here unfortunately and I won't be going again because there are other places where the staff are super friendly. read more

The drinks here are so good and I love coming here usually but it's so hot in the store I don't think I want to ever come back until they get their AC fixed... the poor employees. read more

If you change your hours to 12pm, then open at 12pm. It's 12:25pm and I've watched 4 customers walk up to a locked door with an employee inside. I'm sure this place wants business but the inconsistency will lose business. Do better and open on time read more

The drinks are alright, but the super weird hours ruin it. After today, I'm done. This place's hours are wildly inconsistent. They never follow posted hours. Today I showed up after a long week and after having sat in an hour of traffic to a sign that reads "closing at 6:30, sorry for the inconvenience!" It's 6:05. They are very closed. Done. read more

The boba was SO amazing! It's made fresh from scratch 2x daily. Delicious! We got the black tea boba. So nice that there's dairy free options too. Kids loved! Will be back. read more

This place really needs help. Used to love their drinks but after the last few visits I'll just give my business to other places that actually value my time. Last week I drove here after work to get a drink and the door is open but the employee says they're closed. Strange because the hours online show they are opened until 8pm. Okay whatever. I come back today before 7pm and walk in ready to order when I'm told they're are out of boba! A boba place that is out of boba?!?! The worker tells me it's because they are closing. So what time do you actually shut down? It's ridiculous and frustrating that I even rushed to get here and convinced the whole family to get a drink. For what? Inconsistent hours and product availability. read more

Solid boba spot. Lots of selection but not overwhelming. They also have coffee and tea. The staff is helpful. Always hits the boba!

Hey Bobaloca! Why is your employee working in the heat, with no AC running?! Cheap. Go figure since the powder used for your drinks is so low grade! Why is Midori melon slush NEON GREEN?! I feel like I should stop by a power plant to let them know some chemicals ended up at your store! Tastes horrible. So artificial! For over $6 I expect higher quality. New management needs new management. I wish I could give 0 stars! No lie. Your employee was great and super friendly. It's MANAGEMENT THAT NEEDS A REALITY CHECK OK!? I'd say close up shop but that kid needs a job. Don't apologize. Do better. Come on, boba drinks aren't that hard. Put in the effort or sell it to someone that cares. read more

Bobaloca - Melon slush - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

What type of business boba opens at 12, you show up at 12:20 asking for Thai tea boba, but are told their boba won't be ready till 12:45 ...had to wait 20 minutes (as this was the closest establishment to our destination)...then placed order and come to find out they were also out of lemonade ...wish I would have gone elsewhere, I don't recommend...and she refused to provide a discount for inconvenience read more

Super upset. I took my children out for a treat today. The drinks are fine... but the poor employee is working with no AC and it's sweltering in there. But the thing that made me most upset is that they have PORNOGRAPHIC YouTube movies playing in there. I didn't realize it until after I paid and we were waiting for drinks. Now I have to explain to my little ones what "f**** horny" is. Will never go back. read more

The inside is cute and has a nice ambiance. Has good service fast and efficient. I got the Jasmine Green Tea Iced which was good and refreshing but I wish they had cheese foam on the menu. I also got the Caramelized Brown Sugar Milk Tea Caramelized Brown Sugar Milk Tea with boba this was okay the flavor was there at first but quickly just became one flavor only and the boba was definitely not fresh. read more

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This place was terrible 10 years ago and it's still terrible today. I went to the high school down the street and my friends and I used to come here after school until I discovered the amazing boba shops in downtown. I avoided this place because I knew it was terrible but I saw the "New Management" sign so I thought after 10 years some things had to have changed. NOPE. The quality of drinks here are still horrible. I ordered a Taro Milk Tea no boba, I noticed they still use the same powder to make it so I instantly didn't have high hopes but some how this tasted worse than it did a decade ago. It literally tasted like just taro powder and milk, no sweetener. I went back inside to ask the girls working there if the drink was supposed to be sweetened. She said yes and I explained to her mine does not taste sweet at all and I would appreciate it if they could remake it. The second one did taste a tiny bit sweet but this time they gave me a drink with no ice. I NEVER ASKED FOR NO ICE. It was 100° outside and all I wanted was a refreshing taro milk tea but instead I got some lukewarm watered down crap. I couldn't even finish the drink after two sips, I just poured it down the drain and cut my losses. There is no reason to even put up a "new management" sign if the quality is still going to be 0 stars. On top of which they don't offer any other toppings other than boba. Every other boba shop I've been to has a variety of boba, jellies, and pudding. Avoid this place at all costs. You'll just be disappointed. Every boba place in downtown Riverside is 100 times better than this place and well worth the drive. read more

Bobaloca - Gave it to me with no ice. Who wants hot milk tea?? Tasted terrible. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

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Honestly the new ownership must suck and not regulate their establishment. MULTIPLE times I have gone for the convenience of the location but 90% of the time the order is wrong and the kid working does not acknowledge the line that at the register waiting to order. read more

Best taro ever !! I come here all of the time. The girls are always so sweet and helpful plus they always have good music on, definitely worth stopping by!! read more

Bobaloca - Taro Milk Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

Bobaloca continues to be an amazing local boba shop. I'd even go as far to say that it's now even better under new ownership. They have done a great job remodeling the interior and treating their customers with attentiveness and kindness. Their drinks are very affordable too! Very excited to continue recommending them to family and friends. Their ample indoor seating options means more boba dates! read more

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The cookies and cream shake was watered down. The fruity shaved ice was prepared with old fruit that was turning brown.

Ordered a honeydew milk tea and a chai tea coffee. It taste like watered down milk. And I got about 5 pieces of ice so my milk tea was warm. read more

Bobaloca - Honeydew milk tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

These drinks taste awful. I'm convinced nobody who has made the drinks has actually tasted them. How could you even feel good dumping thick syrups and un fresh ingredients in cups and serving it to people. Wow. read more

I've always loved boba loca. Since the new management I've been coming more and my drinks seem to taste better everytime. I feel especially lucky when the owners (husband and wife) are working and take my order because they always seem to make them perfectly sweet, perfect consistency, and just the right amount of boba and not the syrup that comes with it. They are as sweet as can be and definitely make me want to keep coming back to support the business. read more

Bobaloca - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

they are under new management. Last time i was here was years ago and i can say it has really improved. Had the caramelized brown sugar milk tea and it had the right amount of brown sugar (not too sweet) and the boba is the right consistency. Will definitely try again read more

First time to try. Impression ? It is indeed watered down. The Thai tea with boba my daughter ordered by waiting 15-20 minutes is not as good as we thought will be. At almost the same price, I will rather drive to Ten Rens to get my regular drink. Four stars for the 2 workers who are trying their best to fullfill the order. read more

great service and great employees. and great flavors. Good location. Good promotions.

Yummy drinks and lively music playing on the tv :) the baristas are very kind and helpful!!!

Amazing service, very friendly and boba smoothies supper yummy. My son who is super picky loved it. Highly recommend it. read more

Bobaloca - Mango and taro smoothie with boba - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

I came in today with my kids after school for a treat. The girls were very friendly and helpful. They had a variety of drinks to choose from. My kids were super happy! Definitely will come back again. read more

Bobaloca - Taro slush is my favorite - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

This place is a absolutely fabulous. A favorite of mine, the drinks are delicious and the customer service is wonderful. The ambiance of the place is very welcoming and is all around a great place to sit down and have a nice drink. read more

Bobaloca - Hot Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

Biweekly customer. Always fast service and pretty consistent quality. Hope they improve the card reader thats always malfunctioning. Seams to be wasting valuable employee time. read more

Cool little spot, been going here since high school. Even with new owner drinks and quality have always been great. Check this place out.

My kids love this place! Always super friendly service! & my daughter loves the additional snacks they sell read more

Bobaloca - Extra boba always - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Riverside, California

First time here as we found it on Yelp. I would say at first we were a bit nervous as we don't like getting boba or shakes,smoothies, drinks from just any place but this turned out pretty good. We were a bit spectacle on going since some reviews were negative on customer service, but we still decided to give it a try. We personally didn't experience bad customer service. We placed an ordered, and we got our order. Fast and simple. The drinks did have a little of a healthy kick to it but we enjoyed the flavor. We got an Oreo milkshake and a vanilla frappe. You should try it. No 5 stars as we've only been here once. We shall keep trying other flavors and hopefully our experiences remain the same ! read more

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Great place to satisfy our boba cravings! Milk tea flavors were a little limited, but they had the essential flavors. Something unique about this place place is that they provide the boba toppings for free! First boba place I've been to that does this. I got the Thai milk tea with boba. Sweetness level was perfect - sweet but not too sweet! Size of the regular boba was just enough for me. Customer service was friendly and fast. Thank you for staying open during COVID and serving thirsty boba lovers! read more

I have been coming here for my delicious Thai Tea/ Taro. Sadly under new ownership the drinks are no longer made the same way. They make the Thai tea with low fat milk instead of heavy cream/whole milk. That's the reason it's watery. I'll make the drive to OMOMO Tea Shop in Chino Hills instead. read more

Ordered the almond milk tea and it was delicious .. the guava tea also delicious and the ice cream was really good ! Totally recommend !!

"UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP" sign outside : okay... My husband orders Thai tea w boba. Wayy too watered down with too much milk. Not enough tea. He also mentioned how the owners husband and wife had an issue w the computer and they argued in front of him in a different language for a while trying to fix the issue. ALSO**!! All the tables in their restaurant except for two were folded up so other customers couldn't sit there.. so making it unfriendly to order and sit down and enjoy your drink there. It was also uncomfortably warm in there. Lastly, I go to use the restroom.. I big sign on it that says "STAFF ONLY" UGH! This pregnant woman needed to use the restroom. Rude! Very NOT Customer friendly and encouraging you to take your drink OUT with you. So don't expect a welcoming chillax environment. No where to sit and no restrooms for customers. They need to fix all this asap if they want to be successful in my opinion. read more

Not the same after the new ownership. The girl that works there is always on the phone. Worst part is she's using the stores phone so when I call it's always busy . read more

Come here often always great service and kind workers come here for delicious drinks if your local!

New owner, good vibe and fast, friendly service. I've been stopping by on Friday nights to get boba for the family over the last several months and I'm glad we get to keep this habit going. read more

Yummmmm...... just moved in IE and I was craving for boba..... where do I go.... Yes Bobaloca! My go to place close to home!

I stop here multiple times a week. I am kind of addicted to the caramelized brown sugar tea. My kids love the smoothies with jellies. The drinks are good, the store is clean, and the staff is friendly. Best place around for boba. read more