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Another fantastic addition to the local boba scene in Sawtelle. Fast service and great Taiwanese tea products. Highly recommend!
Yes, yes I know the parking is hard in Sawtelle but there's the undeground parking, meter, etc. The shop itself is very sparkling clean, friendly staff and you can watch them brew the tea and make your drinks. That being said, it does take a while for your drinks to be made. I believe we got the most popular milk tea drink that was recommended. The milk tea drink itself had a soft foamy top, not too sweet and the boba balls were nice and chewy. I guess that frothy texture threw me off. I also expected more of a tea flavor but it was a bit lost on me. This is my third time trying Chicha San Chen in a third location and I think its just not for me. Check it out if you're a fan and curious of the hype. Glad to have it locally in Sawtelle for others.
I tried this location of Chica San Chen for the first time, and it did not disappointment. I tried their green tea with boba, and the tea had a fresh, fragrant flavor that stood out. The boba was soft and chewy, and it complemented the overall drink. Service was friendly and quick, and there was plenty of seating in the boba shop to enjoy boba by yourself or with others.
This tea chain will be my new go-to if I'm ever near a location! Loved it. Fresh tea, brewed in front of you and served the way you like it. I got mine iced with konjac jelly. There is a decent amount of seating, not sure how busy it would be get during rush hours. They went with a simple ambiance and perfected it inside.
Oooo this place is GOOD. First off it's super cute & is giving the ikea of boba tea. Customizable, aesthetic, friendly service. I loved this cutie westside stop. Parking is notoriously tough around here but I snagged a prepaid meter nearby and was in and out under 10 min! Def make a couple rounds & don't be scared to walk a block. I went with a delicious unsweetened oolong, cream top + boba. Everything is made fresh to order, and I loved walking out with my adorable lil boba purse.
This might be my favorite new tea spot! This is more of a traditional tea brew place with more tea drinks than milk tea. I went with the honey oolong and got the orange lemon pouchang for my partner. Both were brewed fresh and made to order and they were both refreshing and delicious! You can order at the kiosk or there is someone available for in person ordering. Even though it was made to order it did not take long. Not to mention parking is validated up to 30 minutes. For Sawtelle, parking is a must!
Came here after a looooong day in LA looking for something light and refreshing and I definitely found what I was searching for!!! I got the honey osmanthus oolong tea because it was one of the top recommended drinks on the menu and I thought it was the perfect balance of sweetness and tea flavor. There were also some samples of honey cassia black tea set out which was also VERY good!!! I don't have much to say about the milk teas but my drink was very good and I would definitely come back the next time I make a trip to LA! The store itself is also very nice and clean and the service was pretty standard. There are two kiosks on right side when we walked in which is always pretty handy since we can take our time thoroughly looking through the menu. Also not the first time I've seen these types of carrying strings but it really comes in handy when you're in a walkable city like LA.
Taiwanese tea chain CHICHA San Chen currently has a foothold in Los Angeles and the chain recently opened this new location in one of the busiest parts of LA - Sawtelle Japantown - where other competitors like Odd One Out Tea, Volcano Tea House, Noble Tea, and Teaspoon are all located within two blocks of each other. Heck, that's not even mentioning that CHICHA San Chen is located literally next to popular regional coffee chain Alfred Coffee with Tomo Coffee just a block away. So I guess CHICHA San Chen is certainly not afraid of the competition. [Parking]: To my surprise, it was nearly impossible to find street parking in Sawtelle at 10 PM on Friday. Luckily, the plaza where CHICHA San Chen is located offers 30 minutes of free underground parking with validation. Bring your parking ticket with you and the staff at the shop will stamp it. [Atmosphere & Ordering]: This location has several indoor tables and an outdoor bench to sit, but no seats were available on Friday night. Single-file line to order drinks and customers can order through a kiosk or with the staff; however, most customers wanted to try the free drink sample so they mostly waited for staff assistance. The shop only lets customers sample whatever featured drink they have available at the moment, but customers can also smell the aromas of various tea leaves at the ordering counter. [Menu]: The laminated menu lists several popular drinks including Bubble Milk Tea, Bubble Volcano, Creamy Mango Lemon Tart, Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea, Orange Lemon Pouchong Tea, Classic Fruit Tea, and Passion Fruit Green Tea. If you are a fan of taro, the shop also offers various taro drinks. *** Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea (regular sweet, less ice - $7.25): A perfectly refreshing drink with right sweetness and I think this is one of the best drinks to order at CHICHA San Chen. *** As expected CHICHA San Chen offers refreshing drinks made with tea extracted from teapresso machines, but unlike other locations this Sawtelle location offers free tea samples. A big plus on offering a 30-minute parking validation.
Last month, I visited ChiCha San Chen for the first time. I went to the new Sawtelle location with my friend on Saturday afternoon, and it was packed. The shop space is small, yet clean and well-lit with some tables and casual vibes. I got the Osmanthus Oolong Tea with light sugar and normal ice ($7.25), which was fragrant and refreshing with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cup packaging was neat as well. Additionally, I wanted to note my order/pick-up experience and bring awareness to those planning to visit during the shop's peak times. During my visit, ordering was quick, but picking-up took a while. Every receipt had an order number and I knew I was going to have to wait a bit, but several numbers past mine were already called, so I asked the staff at the counter about the status of my order. They verified my receipt, apologized for the delay, and made my drink right away. I don't know how my order was missed, but luckily, the situation was resolved after I checked with the staff. Finally, about 20 minutes after I placed my order, I got my drink and a free tea bag as an apology from the staff. Honestly, the customer service made up for the ordeal. I may return to this location at a less busy time to avoid repeating this situation.
Had lunch in Sawtelle and walked over to check out this new location. I parked elsewhere but it seems they also have garage validation. There's a few tables inside and some outdoor seating in the plaza. Lots of customers awaiting their orders but no line for placing an order. Super excited to see the return of the taro series, especially since the SGV and Koreatown locations don't have it. I ordered the taro milk tea as I'm a huge fan of the taro balls and taro paste and it didn't disappoint. Would highly recommend this drink, or any in the taro series, if you're a taro fan. Their green milk tea with taro balls is also an amazing drink. Quick service, friendly staff, would come back again.
If you look at my page, you'll see I rarely give 5 stars. It has to be really really good for me to give it 5 stars, and this place IS! It's our new favorite boba spot. It's usually pretty crowded but the line moves fast. You can also order online. I always get the bubble boba with less sugar (it's the perfect amount of sweetness like that). My hubby gets the taro latte because he says the taro balls are way better than boba. They validate parking in the structure for 30 minutes! Staff is always really nice. And it's cute inside with plenty of seating.
I'm genuinely happy they opened up a location in Sawtelle, gone are the days that I've to sit in traffic for an hour to drive to SGV for this. Hands down my top 5 boba spot in LA, no cap. Even if you don't care for tapioca balls, this is still worth trying because they are tea-emphasis boba store. Ambience is clean and bright, they have their own tea machine and they are well staffed (unlike boba stores with just one staff being there for the whole thing). Love it.
We tried two different teas here, and both were very refreshing.It looked like they have tables for tea tastings, but when I visited on a Sunday afternoon, I didn't see any tasting or tea consultation sessions taking place.The brewing machines were unique, and it was fun watching how they prepared the tea. However, I didn't notice a significant difference in flavor compared with other tea shops.
I've been to the location in San Gabriel and I am so happy that we have them here in west LA now When I walked into the store and the aroma of tea said hello itself Me and my friend went on a Saturday afternoon They offered a touch pad panel so people can order themselves but we preferred to order from the employee The assistant was very sweet and introduced what they were promoting and also gave us the sample to try I finally decided my high mountain tea with floral honey with konjac and it tasted so delicious ! I loved the aftertaste of the tea itself and I could smell the floral scent. We walked outside and sitting there to enjoy our tea there! Note: parking garage and street parking are all available read more
I have mixed feelings about Chicha and honestly I think it comes down to the drink you order! I've been here on multiple occasions since grand opening to try different drinks and each one is a hit or miss for me. My personal favorites are the taro bubble milk tea and mango tart - these are definite hits. The taro tastes balanced with just the right amount of sweet, whereas the mango is more of a refresher/great as a summer drink Service is standard and the interior looks clean and modern. Parking can be validated in the plaza's underground parking structure, or you can park on the street/at the Michael's structure and walk. I just wish the drinks weren't so expensive... these were near $10 each. I'm not sure if they've fixed the photobooth, but hope that has been done as it was down the last couple of times I went. read more
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Johnny L.
Hi Emily,…
1 month ago
Like a mini theme park for tea lovers! Sawtelle's newest hotspot is no joke--the line here is massive! I managed to grab a seat inside, and the entire time I was drinking my tea, the queue outside just kept growing. The hype is definitely real. The concept of this shop is fantastic. The interior is spotless, beautifully designed, and they even have a dedicated space where you can check out the actual tea leaves. What really set them apart was the customer service; before we placed our order, the staff walked us through the menu and let us do some tastings. It made the whole ordering process feel like an interactive experience! Their drink menu features some highly unique toppings that you won't find at your average boba shop. As for the taste, the tea is incredibly crisp, refreshing, and premium. You can really tell they take their brewing seriously. Pro-Tip for Elites: The tea easily gets a 5-star rating for quality, but the wait can be a bit daunting. If you hate long lines, you might want to wait a few weeks for the crowd to settle down or visit during off-peak hours. But if you're a true tea connoisseur, the tasting experience and unique toppings are a must-try! read more
Yes, yes I know the parking is hard in Sawtelle but there's the undeground parking, meter, etc. The shop itself is very sparkling clean, friendly staff and you can watch them brew the tea and make your drinks. That being said, it does take a while for your drinks to be made. I believe we got the most popular milk tea drink that was recommended. The milk tea drink itself had a soft foamy top, not too sweet and the boba balls were nice and chewy. I guess that frothy texture threw me off. I also expected more of a tea flavor but it was a bit lost on me. This is my third time trying Chicha San Chen in a third location and I think its just not for me. Check it out if you're a fan and curious of the hype. Glad to have it locally in Sawtelle for others. read more
I tried this location of Chica San Chen for the first time, and it did not disappointment. I tried their green tea with boba, and the tea had a fresh, fragrant flavor that stood out. The boba was soft and chewy, and it complemented the overall drink. Service was friendly and quick, and there was plenty of seating in the boba shop to enjoy boba by yourself or with others. read more
3 days ago
This tea chain will be my new go-to if I'm ever near a location! Loved it. Fresh tea, brewed in front of you and served the way you like it. I got mine iced with konjac jelly. There is a decent amount of seating, not sure how busy it would be get during rush hours. They went with a simple ambiance and perfected it inside. read more
Oooo this place is GOOD. First off it's super cute & is giving the ikea of boba tea. Customizable, aesthetic, friendly service. I loved this cutie westside stop. Parking is notoriously tough around here but I snagged a prepaid meter nearby and was in and out under 10 min! Def make a couple rounds & don't be scared to walk a block. I went with a delicious unsweetened oolong, cream top + boba. Everything is made fresh to order, and I loved walking out with my adorable lil boba purse. read more
This might be my favorite new tea spot! This is more of a traditional tea brew place with more tea drinks than milk tea. I went with the honey oolong and got the orange lemon pouchang for my partner. Both were brewed fresh and made to order and they were both refreshing and delicious! You can order at the kiosk or there is someone available for in person ordering. Even though it was made to order it did not take long. Not to mention parking is validated up to 30 minutes. For Sawtelle, parking is a must! read more
Came here after a looooong day in LA looking for something light and refreshing and I definitely found what I was searching for!!! I got the honey osmanthus oolong tea because it was one of the top recommended drinks on the menu and I thought it was the perfect balance of sweetness and tea flavor. There were also some samples of honey cassia black tea set out which was also VERY good!!! I don't have much to say about the milk teas but my drink was very good and I would definitely come back the next time I make a trip to LA! The store itself is also very nice and clean and the service was pretty standard. There are two kiosks on right side when we walked in which is always pretty handy since we can take our time thoroughly looking through the menu. Also not the first time I've seen these types of carrying strings but it really comes in handy when you're in a walkable city like LA. read more
Taiwanese tea chain CHICHA San Chen currently has a foothold in Los Angeles and the chain recently opened this new location in one of the busiest parts of LA - Sawtelle Japantown - where other competitors like Odd One Out Tea, Volcano Tea House, Noble Tea, and Teaspoon are all located within two blocks of each other. Heck, that's not even mentioning that CHICHA San Chen is located literally next to popular regional coffee chain Alfred Coffee with Tomo Coffee just a block away. So I guess CHICHA San Chen is certainly not afraid of the competition. [Parking]: To my surprise, it was nearly impossible to find street parking in Sawtelle at 10 PM on Friday. Luckily, the plaza where CHICHA San Chen is located offers 30 minutes of free underground parking with validation. Bring your parking ticket with you and the staff at the shop will stamp it. [Atmosphere & Ordering]: This location has several indoor tables and an outdoor bench to sit, but no seats were available on Friday night. Single-file line to order drinks and customers can order through a kiosk or with the staff; however, most customers wanted to try the free drink sample so they mostly waited for staff assistance. The shop only lets customers sample whatever featured drink they have available at the moment, but customers can also smell the aromas of various tea leaves at the ordering counter. [Menu]: The laminated menu lists several popular drinks including Bubble Milk Tea, Bubble Volcano, Creamy Mango Lemon Tart, Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea, Orange Lemon Pouchong Tea, Classic Fruit Tea, and Passion Fruit Green Tea. If you are a fan of taro, the shop also offers various taro drinks. *** Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea (regular sweet, less ice - $7.25): A perfectly refreshing drink with right sweetness and I think this is one of the best drinks to order at CHICHA San Chen. *** As expected CHICHA San Chen offers refreshing drinks made with tea extracted from teapresso machines, but unlike other locations this Sawtelle location offers free tea samples. A big plus on offering a 30-minute parking validation. read more
Last month, I visited ChiCha San Chen for the first time. I went to the new Sawtelle location with my friend on Saturday afternoon, and it was packed. The shop space is small, yet clean and well-lit with some tables and casual vibes. I got the Osmanthus Oolong Tea with light sugar and normal ice ($7.25), which was fragrant and refreshing with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cup packaging was neat as well. Additionally, I wanted to note my order/pick-up experience and bring awareness to those planning to visit during the shop's peak times. During my visit, ordering was quick, but picking-up took a while. Every receipt had an order number and I knew I was going to have to wait a bit, but several numbers past mine were already called, so I asked the staff at the counter about the status of my order. They verified my receipt, apologized for the delay, and made my drink right away. I don't know how my order was missed, but luckily, the situation was resolved after I checked with the staff. Finally, about 20 minutes after I placed my order, I got my drink and a free tea bag as an apology from the staff. Honestly, the customer service made up for the ordeal. I may return to this location at a less busy time to avoid repeating this situation. read more
Had lunch in Sawtelle and walked over to check out this new location. I parked elsewhere but it seems they also have garage validation. There's a few tables inside and some outdoor seating in the plaza. Lots of customers awaiting their orders but no line for placing an order. Super excited to see the return of the taro series, especially since the SGV and Koreatown locations don't have it. I ordered the taro milk tea as I'm a huge fan of the taro balls and taro paste and it didn't disappoint. Would highly recommend this drink, or any in the taro series, if you're a taro fan. Their green milk tea with taro balls is also an amazing drink. Quick service, friendly staff, would come back again. read more
If you look at my page, you'll see I rarely give 5 stars. It has to be really really good for me to give it 5 stars, and this place IS! It's our new favorite boba spot. It's usually pretty crowded but the line moves fast. You can also order online. I always get the bubble boba with less sugar (it's the perfect amount of sweetness like that). My hubby gets the taro latte because he says the taro balls are way better than boba. They validate parking in the structure for 30 minutes! Staff is always really nice. And it's cute inside with plenty of seating. read more
I'm genuinely happy they opened up a location in Sawtelle, gone are the days that I've to sit in traffic for an hour to drive to SGV for this. Hands down my top 5 boba spot in LA, no cap. Even if you don't care for tapioca balls, this is still worth trying because they are tea-emphasis boba store. Ambience is clean and bright, they have their own tea machine and they are well staffed (unlike boba stores with just one staff being there for the whole thing). Love it. read more
We tried two different teas here, and both were very refreshing.It looked like they have tables for tea tastings, but when I visited on a Sunday afternoon, I didn't see any tasting or tea consultation sessions taking place.The brewing machines were unique, and it was fun watching how they prepared the tea. However, I didn't notice a significant difference in flavor compared with other tea shops. read more
3 months ago
I got the black tea with mousse and boba, regular ice and regular sugar, and it was SO good. My friend got the passion fruit green tea and it was super refreshing and really well balanced, not overly sweet or artificial tasting. We actually went back and got the bubble milk tea too because they were handing out samples and it was also so good. Easily the best milk tea and fruit tea spot on Sawtelle right now. We got our drinks in under 20 minutes. Staff were friendly, offered samples, took our order quickly, and overall the service was great. Yes, it's a little pricey, but honestly worth it. Great drinks, friendly staff, clean store, efficient service. My favorite boba place on the street :) read more
New location in Sawtelle with small surface lot (parking time limited here) and garage in the lower level. Interiors beautiful with a nice aroma of tea as well as some small tables outside space right next to Alfred's. Went Saturday evening and there was only a small line (1-2 people before me) and you can either choose to order from the register or a touchscreen. Drink came out relatively quickly - I'd say within 5 minutes. Price is a bit steep though even for boba and price. I got the creamy lemon tart drink -- nice contrast between the cream top and the lemon tea. I usually have to adjust the sweetness for drinks but didn't this time and didn't think the sweetness was too overwhelming because of the nice balance from lemon tartness! Would come back but probably not often because of the price! read more
Right off the bat I have to say the service here was incredible. The workers were very friendly and gave great descriptions of the tea choices and we were even given samples. I ordered the osmanthus oolong tea with milk and boba. I liked the drink, it was good, but it wasn't mind blowing. And after waiting in line 30 minutes, and paying a whopping $9.06 for the drink, I just wasn't as impressed as I hoped to be. Don't get me wrong, it was a good drink. But it wasn't $9 good. I did really like the boba here. Perfectly chewy with the right hint of sweetness! :) Overall I had a good experience here, and I recommend trying it at least once! read more
Parking: Underground garage 30 min free with validation Service: Cashier gave samples of cream milk tea and answered questions, drinks came out timely, photo machine was sadly not working Ambiance: Thankfully no line on a Monday at 4pm and plenty of table seating available, modern and light interior Drinks: Green milk tea with boba, light sugar, and no ice had good tea flavor and boba had sweetness so light sugar was perfect; texture of tapioca was chewy but not too soft or firm Green tea with honey and boba, light sugar, and no ice - slightly prefer this one for the pure tea flavor and touch of sweetness from honey though if they could do a honey green milk tea that would be best read more
4 months ago
The lines can get very long but the staff works to keep things moving at a fairly quick pace! Originally from Taiwan started in 1998 and they use quality ingredients! Absolutely love that we have a location on the west side, quite dangerous as it's close by and I want it daily! The quality is incredible and they make each drink to order! When at the register they gave a sampler, which they rotate what they give out daily. Tried a sampler last time which was better than I had expected and so I'll be ordering that the next time I go. Overall lovely aesthetic space! They do have limited seating options inside. There's also limited underground parking and they also have street parking close by! read more
Drinks: Only tried a few of their drinks, but the Bubble Volcano, Taro Milk Tea and Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea were solid--not too sweet and the flavors were subtle but present. Service: Greeted with a short line on an early Sunday afternoon, which quickly ballooned, but drinks were made ready fast. Ambiance: Casual, modern, minimalist. Few tables available. Parking: Limited parking. However, there's an adjacent garage for a fee, and there's also metered street parking. read more
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Johnny L.
Hi Adrian! Thanks for coming and the support. In the future, we do…
Seriously some of the best teas. Recently just opened on the west side and it's in a perfect area with plenty of eateries so you can either have a pre meal or dessert drink. Some of the popular choices that even won awards are: High mountain pouchong tea Ding dong oolong For this visit and that gave a sample and won me over is the green tea and mango, less sweet and with boba. The boba texture. Divine. Although I haven't been to many locations and I've only gone to the SGV location twice during covid but the staff here is so friendly. From walking in, sat the counter and even to the owner. It shows that they enjoy working there. Fun fact and probably a secret is they really use filtered water. That should have been a given but that is what probably what lets the tea flavor shine. Congratulations on the new location and great to me that I can enjoy great tea more often. read more
Sooo happy a high quality boba shop has opened in West LA. I've tried their other locations and they never fail me. Happy to say that the Sawtelle location delivered as well! The green milk tea with bubble is a must. They use cream instead of milk to give it a richer texture. I came when it opened on a weekday, but there were other people that came to. Def a popular spot. read more
Stopped by on a quick visit to Sawtelle, and everything about CHICHA San Chen impressed! I haven't been following the hype, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Service is friendly, and the place wasn't too busy when we went, but I could definitely see the line going out the door during busy Sawtelle weekend hours. The vibe is sleek and minimalist. We were able to try a sample of their pouchong tea with lemon juice before placing our order. That stuff is GOOD! I ended up getting the creamy lemon tart, which adds a dairy-free mousse to the pouchong + lemon juice. It was really hard to put down. It tasted almost like a creamsicle! We also got the creamy mango tart, which was really good, too. It's just really hard to outdo the lemon juice--I'd highly recommend it if you're unsure of what to get. Will be back to try more of the menu! read more
Ooo another tea shop in Sawtelle! I'm a zero sugar kind of gal, so I got the green tea with milk and it was fantastic. I usually get oat milk, but they don't do that here, so I got the regular milk that's somehow special so it's easier on the tummy. Cool with me. The tea was SO fragrant, tasted floral and earthy, and the milk did not upset the tummy, as advertised. Love this place. read more
This place is not overrated!! if you're a fan of tea, it's a must visit. even if the line may seem daunting , the staff is extremely efficient and works very quickly :) I appreciate their hard work. Brandon was very kind and explained the menu to me when i had some questions The smell when you step in is absolutely delicious , my all time favorite is the mango tart but you really can't go wrong with any of the options. !! read more
Checked out this new boba spot today. Their drink is very tasty but if you don't like too sweet be sure to adjust when you're ordering. I really love the boba flavor and texture were perfect! We waited about 15-20 minutes all in all, waiting in line and getting the drinks. They had some seating inside, but also outside there are shared seating with the other store fronts. My son enjoyed the little decor they had and took a little photo on their instant Photo Booth. read more
Came here for soft opening with a friend and our experience was great! I ordered their award winning green tea with cream and bubble and it was good. I ordered mine with normal ice and perfect sweetness. The green tea flavor was good, but I do wish it was stronger and less watery. The same goes for the cream. The cream was nice and light though. The bubble/boba was nicely chewy and not too hard nor soft. It also wasn't soaked in sugar which I liked. Overall this was good, but I've had better elsewhere. My order was also $9 which was too expensive for a boba tea. The drinks came packaged cutely with their signature holder which was cute. The interior was neat and nicely decorated with Taiwanese elements. I liked how there was a tea tasting station. However, we didn't have time to participate since the tasting takes about 15 minutes and the restaurant only validates 30 minutes for parking (underground) and we did have to wait a bit for our order since the shop was relatively busy. They also have a free photo print station which was nice and cute. The service was also great and all of the staff I spoke with were nice and welcoming. Overall, a solid contender for boba in the area and worth checking out! read more
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Johnny L.
Thanks for coming during soft opening carlo - we actually validate…
Newest boba place on Sawtelle Drinks: - Creamy Lemon Tart: delicious creamy mouse with lime zest, and High Mountain Pouchong tea. Overall the most unique and best drink I've had a Chicha, similar to a tart lemonade with tea - Taro milk tea: taro balls are QQ and the taro flavor is starchy, but not too strong Service and Ambiance: - I typically avoid going to Chichas because of the extensive lines and long waits for your drink (30+ min) however, this Chicha has the shortest wait for our drinks (less than 10 min)! - Cashiers and managers were friendly and informative - Open space, only a couple tables inside and more small tables outside to sit read more
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Johnny L.
Thanks for coming and trying our drinks! My favorite is the creamy…
4 months ago
Love that we now have a Chicha San Chen location on the west side!! I stopped by with some friends on a Monday night - there was a short line that moved quickly. You scan a QR code to access their menu. It can also be found here: https://chichasanchensawtelle.com/menu/ We loved how friendly the service - they took time to answer all our questions about the menu and even showed us the best way to enjoy our drinks! They were also giving out samples at the register. The space itself bright and beautiful the space is, and the beautiful handmade tea leaf cannster display on the back wall. There's also I got the dong ding oolong tea with cream and it was so delicious. You can really taste the quality and it's so cool that each drink is made to order! I will for sure be back to try more of their menu! Parking: I usually search for street parking, there's also an underground parking garage (looks like they only validate for 30 min) read more
Adding to the Chi Cha love! I went for the honey oolong with taro balls, which had a lovely roasted flavor. It was my first time at this chain, so I also enjoyed smelling their tea samples - definitely want to try their pouchang next. The handles made of twine is a nice touch! read more
Cute space, interesting interior design. Would probably be a nice study spot if it wasn't so incredibly crowded inside. There was a line out the door on the second week of opening but wait time was reasonable after ordering. The tea itself was great! I tried the creamy mango tart, which cannot be modified at all in terms of sweetness/ice, and cannot have toppings added. The tea was expertly brewed, and the mango flavor tasted natural and not overwhelming. The cream foam was lightly sweetened and airy. Would be nice if online ordering was available, but I assume they are too busy to accommodate. Overall would come back again! read more
So happy that this delicious boba tea place finally opened in sawtelle. The service was fast and efficient. There are a few tables/chairs both inside and outside of the store. Parking is validated for 30 mins. They're known for their milk teas but the green tea and oolong tea are also so delicious here. Now that I don't have to drive all the way to SGV and wait in line for an hour, I'd definitely be coming here to get my boba tea fixes!!! Treat yourself and try chicha san chen in sawtelle :) sooo yummy and worth all the hype! read more
23 days ago
1. Taro fresh milk-iced: If able, would rather have just the paste and not the taro balls 2. Passion fruit green tea: good. Would get again. 3. Bubble Volcano: Just right: would get again 4. Creamy Mango tart: better without the cream 5. Orange lemon pouchong tea: kinda tastes like a smartee 6. Classic fruit tea: needs to be sweeter All at perfect level sugar. Though it was busy, there were like 14-16 people working and making drinks. Didn't have to wait long. I hope they add more drinks here. Usually get lemon condensed milk in SGV. read more
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Johnny L.
Hi Julia,…
4 months ago
First timer! We tried this spot based on a friend recommending it to us and we were pleasantly surprised with their menu and build your own tea options. We tried the creamy lemon tart and the green tea with passion fruit. Both were delicious but I really enjoyed the creamy lemon tart on a hot day. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Nathanial took our order and gave us a sample of their Osmanthus Oolong Tea which was tasty. We also got a cute little pin as a souvenir for our first time ( so cute). I think manuka honey would be a wonderful add on to their menu as I love taking my tea with it for the health benefits and to have a premium add on but they do have regular honey which is also nice. I would definitely try this spot again. read more
4 months ago
Checked out Chicha San Chen during their grand opening, and it was worth the wait! There was a line, but it moved pretty smoothly. Customer service stood out. Jess at the register was super friendly and even offered us a sample. They also had a promo where if you buy 2 drinks, you get a free pin (we lucked out with a UCLA Bruin one). While waiting, you can sample teas, or check out the Photo Booth. We both ordered the Passion Fruit Green Tea with boba, refreshing and really good. Just note that not all drinks can be customized with boba, but there are plenty of options. It does get crowded and seating is limited, but overall a fun experience. Definitely coming back. read more
The highlight of this Chi Cha is exceptional service. Everyone was super sweet, but the standout was the employee by the name of Long! Long was super patient with us even as we asked him about our order number, and explained everything about how the process worked thoroughly. The drinks we got had great tea flavor, and the inside was clean and well-kempt. I especially like that they have a tea tasting bar, and will definitely come back to try it. My favorite was the Cassia Black tea with cream, which has a creamy, almost cocoa-like flavor, and my friend added bubble. I wasn't a huge fan of the High Mountain Pouchong tea with mousse and bubble, but the tea flavor was good. The drinks are also not too sweet, so keep that in mind if you have a sweet tooth. It's also a little inconvenient that the drinks on their popular menu can't be changed, but I think that's up to corporate. Overall a pleasant experience, would come again! read more
Chicha is a fav boba spot for me so I'm really glad I got to visit the grand opening as I was already in the area for lunch! This location definitely meets the standard of the other existing locations so I'm sure the employees trained really hard, Bonnie especially made my drink perfectly! Sawtelle is typically a pretty difficult area to find parking but this is in the little plaza with a few spots and parking garage so it's more convenient. Nice clean interior with a cute free photo machine great for little scrapbooky black&white pictures. The line also went really quickly and drinks were made quickly as well. So happy they opened up here, and with odd one out around the corner and jamjam about to open up across the street, sawtelle is gonna be a hotspot for good boba for sure read more
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