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    Cha Redefine

    4.7 (214 reviews)
    Fri 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Sat 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
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    Dog with whip cream
    Brian T.

    New tea chain that opened up in this busy San Gabriel plaza. Open late night which is great for hanging out. Indoor and outdoor seating. Refreshing drinks. Nice service and even gave my dog whipped cream on the side! The mango chili uses real mango for that sweet natural mango flavor. The ceylon cha latte comes with a thick whip cream and nuts on it. Tea was good. Would come back if I'm craving a late night drink. They also have ice cream and pastries here!

    6/25/26 Sri Lanka Ceylon cha latte with oat milk-- surprisingly good!
    Jennifer W.

    6/25/26 I was really excited & rearing to go in.... Entered the doors and was told, "We open at 11". I figured it was an open door that they were. Would've passed the chance coz time is money but J figured J will take my business elsewhere but decided to return. J walked over to Kee Wah. When I returned, it was starting to pick up already. My less than warm reception was not impressive. The young man at the counter did not greet me and I may have startled him when I loudly said "Hi! Good morning!" as I stood there waiting for him to acknowledge the presence of a customer. If anything, I value these interactions & it didn't bode well. Ambiance is modern, clean, even the single stall restroom was clean and furnished for comfort. Music is extremely loud, not much for conversation if you would like to stay to enjoy your beverage with a friend, unless you relish shouting over each other. Perhaps it's only geared for the younger crowd. I ordered the HOT Sri Lanka Ceylon Cha Latte with oat (extra $0.75 for the oat milk)--- the only reason I'm giving it a 3 star rating. This beverage was actually very good. Not many beverages are made hot here (silly me, I thought tea & coffee are traditionally served hot vs. cold). The house cream made it palatable & the crunchy nut bits were a pleasant surprise. This is newly opened in the TAWA Gateway plaza, with many businesses sharing the lot, which I'm fairly certain will be packed in peak hours. The experience was lackluster as it was not the most welcoming atmosphere from the staff but at least I gave it a try.

    Kevin T.

    Visited Cha Redefine with my lovely wife during their grand opening and it's just like the other locations I've been to. They're pretty big and have plenty of tables around. The cafe is very clean and big, free parking in a large parking lot as well. They share same plaza with two other boba shops and are close to popular restaurants as well, perfect spot to get some drinks after a meal. My go to drinks here are the matcha tornado and the Osmanthus drinks as well. All are refreshing to drink especially on a warmer day. This spot doesn't seem like a spot to hangout with friends as they don't have big tables. More of a grab and go type cafe. CRF is known for their higher quality drinks so I'm very happy to have another boba spot added to an already packed SGV.

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    Karen T.

    Of course I had to visit the newest Cha Redefine location. This location is pretty much the same as the one in Arcadia. The shop has a clean, minimalist aesthetic. There is minimal seating inside, so it seems better for a grab-and-go experience rather than hanging out for a while. The menu has many creative drinks and a decent variety of drinks to choose from. I really like the chappuccino and cha latte drinks, whereas my husband really likes the ceremonial matcha grade drinks. Their drinks do lean towards the sweeter end though, so I prefer to get half sweetness here. Although there is no self-order kiosk, they do have online ordering through Toast and a loyalty program. The store opens until 1 am everyday, making it the perfect boba spot for late-night visits. Plenty of parking, including underground level parking, is available in the shared plaza.

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    Jenny N.

    Came here around 11pm and line was packed!! Who knew there was 50% off drinks late night Mango Mango: 8/10, good refreshing summer drink Super crowded inside but there's a cute photobooth! Good amount of seating to chit chat while waiting for drinks.

    Leesuh W.

    Matcha Matcha 5/5 (good if you like matcha) Mango mango 5/5 (50% sweet is just right) Mango Passion Chill 4/5 (25% sweet is still a bit sweet) Almond Croissant 5/5 (only if it is baked fresh) Service 5/5! My overall experience has been good! However, their bakery goods are not good if you come in the late afternoon or evening. They're either cold or too hard to eat. I would recommend their almond croissant, but get it when they open or early afternoon - otherwise it's a waste of your money.

    Sri Lanka Ceylon Cha Latte
    Peggy S.

    I really like how many interesting drink options there are at this location. I ended up getting the Sri Lanka Ceylon Cha Latte. Great tea taste and the whipped cream topping added a nice foaminess. The pecan had a nice crunch to it. The service was quick, even though the store was pretty crowded. There was plenty of seating but it felt like most people were waiting for their drinks. The shop was large and felt well lit. The parking lot was in a huge complex with other stores so it was easy to find parking.

    Menu (May 19, 2026)
    Ian A.

    I had a good experience at Cha Redefine (San Gabriel). I ordered the Sri Lanka Ceylon Cha Latte ($7.50 - Large - 75% Sweet - Less Ice). It's Sri Lanka Ceylon Black Tea, Milk, Whipped Cream, and Honey Roasted Pecans. I enjoyed the prominent fresh tea flavor, but it all tasted like a SUGAR explosion. It's VERY sweet. (Important: Cash is not accepted. Bring Card or Contactless Payment. Also, this location uses a gimmick where customers receive a FREE Fragrance Card if they show a Yelp Review; practice caution when checking the reviews. I vehemently dislike these gimmicks.) I arrived at Cha Redefine (San Gabriel) on Tuesday (around 11:13AM). Parking is easy. The main lot is very big. Also, there's extra underground parking whenever it's busy. Customers must order at the counter; there's no self-service kiosk. Staff (receipt says Yuhang) is very welcoming, friendly, and diligent. Yuhang happily answered all my questions, and Yuhang moved purposefully. There was no line, but the drink arrived very slowly. I waited about 13 minutes for one drink. As mentioned, I ordered the Sri Lanka Ceylon Cha Latte ($7.50 - Large - 75% Sweet - Less Ice). I had loved this same drink at the Rowland Heights location, so I chose it again. However, San Gabriel made it very sugary. The crisp, fresh tea flavor was almost masked by all the sugar. If searching for a dessert, this is a good option. The ingredients tasted fresh and well-intentioned. On ambiance, Cha Redefine (San Gabriel) is clean, well-ventilated, and a little loud. Lively Pop Music echoed everywhere. There's about seven round tables, and there's about eight electrical outlets. Also, I appreciated the gender neutral restroom in the corner. The location is popular with a steady flow of customers. Overall, I appreciated Cha Redefine (San Gabriel). It's a good option for tea; however; there's also many amazing, alternative nearby choices. Still, I sipped with a small smile. 4.4 out of 5

    Coco mango
    Mabel T.

    So happy this Cha Redefine is open closer to my house! The drinks are solid and still as consistent as their other locations. Where to start? There are so many good options, no matter what I am craving or who I am with, I feel this place has it all. There are refreshing drinks like fruit teas (peach oolong!), lattes (Sri Lanka!), matcha (blueberry oat matcha), and also heavier or non caffeinated drinks (coco melon!). There are so many other flavors that are good or that I haven't even tried. I normally get 70% sugar at most places but I'll get 50% here for things without toppings. I was also impressed with the service especially during the times they had their promotions. The line moves, the ordering process is easy (friendly staff) and the drinks come out faster than expected. I am not sure if they are still experimenting with their hours but we got to hangout there till almost 1am on Friday night. The spot is decorated with a modern simple chic feel while there is a free photobooth that gives the place a little extra splash of fun! I'll have to try the food and gelato next time.

    Britney H.

    This Cha Redefine is in the TAWA Getaway plaza with 99 Ranch Market and Daiso. This Cha Redefine is near the ends of Marugame Udon and Wushiland Boba. Right now, they may/may not have a line due to it being freshly opened. They have so many pastries and they also have gelato. This place is the ONLY place that has gelato for Cha Redefine. In addition, they have a cute little photo booth on the left side near the restrooms. The service was great and they finished the drinks promptly. I like their Coco Lemon Longan with the refreshing lemon and longan taste. In addition, this was the time where they had BOGO on all drinks! I would recommend this to any Boba lover and anyone who loves a great place to hang out! TIP: There's ample parking and a restroom. The restroom is gender neutral! Right now til 6/18, they will do a late night special with their drinks as 50% off.

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    Dora H.

    I'm so happy to see that one of my favorite tea shops is now open in the SGV! They have an amazing selection of delicious drinks, and I highly recommend the mango mango if it's your first time at CHA redefine! The drink is filled with fresh mangoes! I also love that they have seasonal drinks that rotate, so it's always fun to see which drink will pop up next. This time, they have a Longan Coconut series, and the Coco Longan Lemon is so refreshing. You can taste the real coconut water! This location also serves really good gelato. My kid loved the coconut gelato, she was literally screaming for more! I've also had their pastries, and for a boba shop, they have a VERY flakey, buttery and TASTY croissant! Like... you'd never think to get it, but it's AMAZING! Love the vibes, love the drinks, and can't wait to try more!

    Spacious lounge waiting area.
    Carl N.

    It's time to REDEFINE our life with boba cha. Without further ado, let's begin this tea-rrific review. :D lol Cha Redefine is a popular boba brand in the SGV. It's a high quality brand that offer high quality boba drinks. This new location is at Valle blvd adjacent to the Hilton hotel. They just opened about a week ago, and everything is brand new from the aesthetic decor to the electronic menu board. Cha Redefine is known for their top 10 drinks. My default drink is the Mango Mango boba! It's freshly made purée mango. Staff were nice and competent. Drinks and pastry are priced fairly well. Store is spacious and neat. Plenty of parking since it's in a large plaza. Overall, it's a nice spot to grab a boba drink. I recommend it.

    Coco lemon drink (new/seasonal)
    Karen L.

    The latest new addition from Cha Redefine. Solid drinks as always but a few pros/cons to consider: + Pros: Nice setting with plenty of spacing, ample parking in the Focus Plaza lot, plenty of restaurants near or in the Plaza to make it a worthwhile stop + Cons: even on a slow Wednesday night, they were backlogged by a large number of food delivery app orders (which you can see on the waitlist TV screen). Probably spent 10 to 15mins just waiting for a basic drink. The worse part is that they don't announce numbers when your drink is ready and ordering from the counter doesn't give you a text notification so it requires you to pay attention on the screen on your own to see when your drink is ready. Also the weird layout doesn't give a ton of seating so plan on grab and go. Net net, service can use improvement but the drinks are solid like the other locations.

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    您好,非常抱歉让您今天的体验感不好,饭团现在也有在做这个活动满$15送pastry的活动, 可能员工没搞清楚,非常抱歉。

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    Experience and ambience was really nice! They also have a mini Photo Booth that you can take pictures at!

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    The store was very clean and smelled fragrant. The drink I got exceeded my expectations and the baristas were attentive.

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    Super clean boba shop with a good variety of drinks. The boba is refreshing, and there are a lot of mango options for fruit lovers!

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    Love this location! Right next to some amazing SGV eats, and away from the crowds at the mall. Matcha matcha is my jam jam!

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    4.6
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    Lotus & Bean (formerly, AK fresh roast) is my go to spot for coffee in the SGV. It's dangerously…read moreclose to my office (about 3 miles) so I'm usually here once a week. My go to order is their pandan coffee with oat milk 75% sweetness. If I'm in the mood for something sweet, I'll add a slice of the pandan mochi (or go to Baking with Ish). Lynn is always friendly and so passionate about her business. I love that she makes her pandan syrup from scratch. You can definitely taste the difference compared to other coffee shops. Her pandan coffee is very fresh and strong, it always helps me stay awake. I will always support and tell people about Lotus & Bean!

    Want a Matcha or coffee? This is the best coffee and Matcha place we had found…read more My daughter loves Matcha and her dad loves Coffee. She tried their Banana Matcha and is so good! I tried their Matcha Pandan Bliss. I love the taste because i can really drink out of the really Pandan in the drink and not syrup. Their price is a very fair and worth of trying yourself! I happened to meet the owner there and asked her what makes your Matcha so special and she said she used the finest Premium Organic Matcha in her drinks so customers can taste the difference of the real quality ingredients in the drink. I hardly see out there any coffee or tea shop put so much thoughts for their drinks. This owner really cares not just her business but the quality she puts in the ingredients in her drinks! Their Strawberry Coffee is very delicious too with the little kicks of fruits inside and gives a cool tasteful strawberry favor! Dont believe in me! Go try it yourself and definitely you will give a 5 stars! Not only that , it was a long line but they service very fast ! I love it! We come here when we go visit my mom in San Gabriel! Thanks the owner for so thoughtful and a good service to their clients. Look at the line, especially on a weekend is packed and longline but good thing they service is very fast

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