* a passion project created by a physician * rather than…read moretraditional boba, this tea shop handcrafts unique toppings in-house, offering different flavored tapiochi (tapioca + mochi) and jellies (my favorite is the osmanthus jelly!) * each location has store exclusive drinks 10/10

One of my favorite boba spots ever! I love that they do not do traditional boba. I much prefer the…read morejellies and tapaochi! The texture is perfect, if you like jello you'll like this. The drinks are also the perfect amount of sweetness. Normally at boba shops I adjust to 50% sugar, but here 100% is just fine. I do feel the tea quality has gone a bit down since they have expanded. But overall, it is still good. The service is always great & they always have a sample to give you when you enter. My personal favorite is the misty oolong. The first time I came I tried the popcorn milk tea and it was a little over rated. I think great for people that love popcorn flavored things but not my vibe. Their cassia is also good if you're looking for a non-caffeinated version.

I came to charge my car and decided to give this tea spot a try because it looked incredibly busy…read more My thought was, it must be good, right? Luckily, I was right. I ordered the half sweet matcha with oat milk, and it was delicious. The portion size was generous, and despite how busy they were, my drink came out surprisingly fast. I loved that you can order from a touchscreen kiosk and easily customize your drink with all the available add ins. The menu is huge, but the digital ordering system makes it easy to browse and see all your options. The location itself is small with minimal seating, but it has a cute atmosphere and a great vibe. Overall, a solid spot for tea and matcha lovers, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu.

Convenient and Customizable -- A Solid Go-To My all-time…read morefavorite boba spot was Sunright Tea Studio, but unfortunately it's closed down, so I've been on the lookout for a replacement -- and this place has become my current go-to. What I love most here is the ordering experience. There are multiple large touchscreens where you can fully customize your drink -- sugar level, ice level, add-ons, substitutions, you name it. I almost always go for zero sugar, and the fact that I can do that easily is a huge plus for me. It's the kind of flexibility that modern boba shops should all offer. The portions are generous and the prices are reasonable, which is refreshing compared to some other spots in the area. Is it the most amazing boba I've ever had? Honestly, no -- but the ability to build your drink exactly the way you want it more than makes up for it. There's also a large display screen showing order status, so you always know when your drink is ready. It's a small touch, but it makes the whole experience feel smooth and stress-free. I'll be real though -- I probably drink more coffee from the Starbucks across the street than boba from here. At the end of the day, coffee feels like the healthier daily habit. But when I'm in the mood for something different, this place is where I'll be.

Parking: plenty of parking in the parking lot!…read more Pricing: drinks start at $5.25+ Ordered: Mango Jasmine Lassi Mango Yuzu Brown Sugar Milk with Boba Hoji-chata with Sesame Cream Top Service was amazing and extremely helpful! Make sure to check out their DAILY DISCOUNTS!

I came here with my friend at around noon on a Friday so it wasn't too busy at the time. When we…read moreentered, it smelled amazing. The staff that was working there was super helpful and nice and we got four different drinks. Because there was no way we got our drinks relatively quickly. sip-list: - roasted black sesame - yuzu grapefruit - double matcha - green grape milk tea I would really recommend the drinks with foam tops because they tasted delicious! instagram: @mndys.world

If you have not made it over to this place, you need to go now…read more One of the best tea places I've tried. Plenty of parking in the plaza. The minute you walk in, it smells so good of tea. I think this place is comparable to Molly Tea and Charlie Tea but I think it taste slightly better. It has such a fragrant strong tea taste. I tried the osmanthus milk tea and the oolong lemon tea. You must get the osmanthus milk tea. My husband who doesn't like milk tea said it was so good and he would get it again. The oolong lemon tea is on the sweet side. It was good but wasn't stand out. However the osmanthus milk tea was perfect. I got the recommended 70% sweetness. Will go back to try other milk teas for sure.

My friend and I got the ChaHalo Black Milk Tea Frappe & Lychee Flavored Iced Jasmine Green Tea. We…read morewould both recommend others to try it! * ChaHalo Black Milk Tea Frappe: "Tastes exactly like how you would expect ~ good" * Lychee Flavored Iced Jasmine Green Tea: really refreshing! I really liked the lychee pulp in the drink. Good option for a hot day. We ordered via a self serving kiosk and the drinks came out fast! Chahalo is a good option if you're trying to avoid the long lines at the other popular boba shops and still get a good drink. Definitely a less busy and chill vibe ~

This place is a cute little boba shop with pretty good food and drinks…read more Food: 5/5 I came here on a Saturday at around 12pm and tried their lunch special. I got the popcorn chicken with rice and it came with a jasmine green tea. The popcorn chicken was really crispy, but not too flavorful. However with the sauce and rice, it was pretty good. The meal was about $15 after tip and tax, which is a great meal since it came with a drink. Service: 5/5 This place has kiosks to order. After I ordered, it took like 5 minutes for them to make my food and drink. The food was freshly made and came out nice and hot. Ambiance: 5/5 This place was playing kpop and pop music. They have cute interior. There was plenty of seating. And overall, it seemed like a great place to chill and hang out with friends.

I arrived around 11am on a Sunday. Plenty of parking. The store was empty. It looked like a nice…read moreplace to get some work done. It took 16 minutes for my two drinks even though there were at least two baristas and I was the first one in the store. Also, someone who arrived after me received their drink first. I did like how there's a screen where you can see how long your drinks will take to make. - Strawberry Milk: 5/5 no notes. - Vietnamese Coffee: 2/5 sooo watered down.

I finally patronized this place when it was not busy and on a special one day bogo deal. We ordered…read moreat the kiosk the brown sugar boba milk tea. The order took a few minutes to be ready and by then it started to get crowded. The milk tea was da hong pao tea at 70% sweet with less ice. It was refreshing and the boba was sweet and chewy. The interior is cute, well lit, and clean. Parking is plentiful. I want to come back to try the mango pomelo sago.

Tried a few of their drinks which were made pretty fast…read more The Jasmine Lemon tea was super refreshing and great for summer. I'd go under 70% sugar bc I dont like it too sweet. The Jasmine Tea Latte was more subtle in floral flavor. The mango pomelo sago was BOMB! Love the rich coconut with the sweet mango and bitter pomelo. My fav. Also had their egg tart which is really tasty and flakey! Would go back.

Matcha lovers, this one is worth the stop…read more I visited Chayan not too long after they opened, and this was such a good find in Rowland Heights. First of all, the space itself is beautiful. The traditional Chinese-inspired aesthetic gives the shop such an elegant, calm atmosphere. It isn't overly flashy or trying too hard to be trendy--it just feels peaceful and thoughtfully put together. Definitely the kind of place where you can slow down and actually enjoy your tea. But let's talk about the reason I came here: the Matcha Green Tea Frappe. SO. GOOD. What immediately stood out to me was that this didn't taste like one of those drinks where the actual matcha gets completely buried underneath sugar. You can genuinely taste the matcha and the quality of the tea. It has that distinct matcha flavor while still being creamy and enjoyable. And the topping?! Instead of just throwing regular whipped cream on it, they top it with whipped matcha and roasted peanuts, which gives it this really interesting combination of creamy, earthy, nutty flavors. The peanuts add a little texture and complement the matcha surprisingly well. It tasted intentional rather than just sweet for the sake of being sweet. That's probably my biggest recommendation before coming here: if you're looking for an extremely sugary, dessert-style matcha, this may not be what you're looking for. This is much more about actually tasting the tea. If you want something loaded with sugar where the matcha disappears somewhere in the background... Starbucks is right there. But if you appreciate a more balanced drink where you can actually taste good-quality matcha, I absolutely recommend giving Chayan a try. Beautiful atmosphere, quality tea, unique flavors, and an overall really relaxing experience. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their menu.

4/5 For some of you…read morewho might not know, CHAYAN is: * Chayan -- a UK / London-born tea brand * Origin: London, United Kingdom, originally known as Tastetea * Specialty: Modern-style Chinese tea, frappes, and "chappuccinos" topped with cream and nuts * The brand has also expanded internationally, including locations in Canada such as British Columbia. LOCATION & PARKING This CHAYAN is located inside Pacific Plaza on Colima Rd. The parking lot is shared with the other businesses in the plaza, and it's not very big, so parking can sometimes be a little limited. The shop is on the ground level, right next to the stairs that lead up to the second floor. ORDERING & ATMOSPHERE Once you walk into the store, there are two self-order kiosks on the left where you can place your own order. You can also walk straight to the counter and have one of the staff members help you. The staff members I interacted with were nice and friendly. Usually, there aren't too many customers inside, so the atmosphere tends to be pretty quiet and relaxing. PEACH OOLONG MILK TEA I've visited this place twice. The first time, I ordered the Peach Oolong Milk Tea with their chestnut boba--or whatever their specialty topping is called. Sorry, I forgot the exact name, but it's definitely not the regular black boba. The drink was pretty good. It wasn't overly sweet, and I liked how the peach flavor blended nicely with the tea. You could still taste the tea instead of the peach flavor completely overpowering it. DA HONG PAO MILK TEA The second time, I ordered the Da Hong Pao Milk Tea with the same chestnut topping. This one was decent as well. Nothing crazy or mind-blowing, but still an enjoyable milk tea. OVERALL Both times I came here, I had a good experience. I'm giving CHAYAN 4 stars because while none of the drinks really "wowed" me, they were still good enough for me to consider this place above average overall. Friendly staff Nice and quiet atmosphere Drinks aren't overly sweet Good tea flavor Easy ordering with kiosks or at the counter The drinks just need a little more of that "wow factor" for me to give this place a full 5 stars. Will definitely come back again and try some of their other drinks!

I love this place. Perfect spot for students looking for a sweet treat and yummy snacks. There's…read morelots of seating great for studying or doing hw. It's usually super chill and clean in there. I appreciate this spot so much and the kind service.

Only tried roasted oolong milk tea - not bad but not great?…read more It is more roasted tasting that I expected but that's good since tea taste stands out. The boba is soft and chewy. I don't like the fact it's one size and it's the smaller one. Ambiance looks cozy for the high schoolers to hang out!

bookmarked ginkgo katsu forever and finally got to visit and it did not disappoint!…read more we got a chicken katsu and shrimp tempura roll to go and both were great in quality, portion, and value. the chicken katsu bento comes with rice, cabbage salad, pickled daikon and i love the dressing and katsu sauce that came with it. not sure if it gets really busy during the weekends but there are plenty of tables for dine in. will definitely return to try different items!

I was a die hard fan of this place, really enjoyed their katsu plates but recently the flavor or…read morequality has changed? I didn't let that stop me though, I would still go at least once a month. But with my most recent visit, I spotted something shiny in my salad as I was finishing it and it was a sizable piece of metal. :( The customer service is and was always good here, great portion sizes too! I think the piece of metal just threw me off. It's really unfortunate, I really liked this place.

What I got: Summer Serenade…read more Matcha Paradise Mochi Pops Nutty Dip Plum Candy Coconut Water I love this place! Two of my fave desserts in one! Mochi and shaved ice! I love how fluffy the shaved ice and mochi so soft and yummy! Especially when you dipped the mochi it's extra flavorful! I also love the jiggly cute panda decoration on the summer serenade and love the coconut flavor! it's refreshing! I will definitely comeback here it's sooo delicious and will try their other menu! The service is amazing, fast and they're always busy! This place gets packed but the dessert comes out fast. The ambiance is cute! Love the panda decorations. There's seating inside but it gets packed and love that for their business!

Miro.Mochi in Rowland Heights is a visually cute, ultra-modern spot with a lot of potential, but my…read moreexperience ended up being a bit hit-or-miss. The presentation of their fresh milk mochi (鲜奶麻薯) bowls and dip-and-stretch mochi desserts is undeniable--it makes for great photos, and the shop itself is super bright and clean. The stretchy texture of the milk mochi base was fun and delightfully soft, and components like the taro paste and purple rice had a nice, subtle sweetness. However, for the price point, the execution fell a little short. Some of the toppings felt under-prepared; the taro balls lacked that fresh, springy chewy elasticity you want in a shaved ice/mochi bowl, and the coconut jelly base tasted slightly watered down instead of rich. Logistics wise, the service was quite slow even though the store wasn't very busy, and parking in this Labin Court plaza can be a complete nightmare during peak evening hours. It's a solid place to stop by once for the aesthetic and novelty, but given the steep competition for Asian desserts in Rowland, it doesn't quite hit top-tier status for me.