Believe it or not, I'm not a fan of boba. I prefer a boba drink without bobas. Having said that, my co-worker convinced me to get one. Let me explain: We were working outside our property and there was a long lag time as we were waiting for parts to arrive. Just across the street from us is this place. We all started to get thirsty and started having conversations about boba. I'm no expert on it, but one of our other co-workers is. In fact, she makes (or rather) cooks her own balls....or pearls, however you want to call them. My other co-worker mentions necklaces, and we told him to be careful....you're threading HR territory. She brushes it off and says she has a potty mouth anyways and proceeded to educate us on how the balls are prepared. She even shows us a YouTube video on the process and added that she makes them all the time. Based on this newfound knowledge, she convinced me (and others) to get one this time. So, we crossed Market St., went inside, checked the menu, ordered, waited and jaywalked back to our side of the street. I got the Pearl Milk Tea and thought the drink was OK. But I noticed the boba balls (or pearls) were inconsistent in texture as I sucked them up in that large straw, which should have a warning label for choking hazard. Some were chewy, some were Al dente and there were even large parts that were clumped together and not separated. (check the photos) The expert co-worker commented and said she can make it better. Yeah, I agree because subsequently after this incident, she proceeded to give us her own version of her boba balls...pearls. I'm still not a fan, but I know what proper boba pearl should be like. Sucks balls... read more

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I stopped by CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice on Market Street near Embarcadero this past Saturday to try one of their drinks, and it turned out to be a great choice. I ordered the Chunky Mango milk tea and customized it with 30% sugar and 50% ice. The sweetness level was perfect. Sometimes boba drinks can be overly sugary, but this one had just the right balance--sweet, smooth, and refreshing without being overwhelming. The mango flavor tasted fresh and the drink was really enjoyable, especially on a nice day in the city. The staff was also very friendly. There were two workers behind the counter, and both were welcoming and helpful. They made the drink quickly and were very polite, so I left them a tip. When I first walked in, the place was pretty quiet and I was the only customer there. But after a few minutes of sitting down and sipping my drink while checking my phone, more people started coming in. From what I've seen passing by before, especially during the summer, the place can get pretty busy with students, families, and people stopping by for a quick drink. The ambiance is simple but relaxing. There are a few chairs and tables where you can sit down, chill for a bit, enjoy your drink, and then head back out into the city. It's a nice little stop if you need a break while walking around Market Street. They also have a lot of different drink options, so I'll definitely be coming back to try some other flavors. If you're around the Embarcadero or Market Street area and want a good milk tea or fruit drink, this is a solid spot. Two thumbs up from me. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There's still construction going on right now so this spot is a bit hidden. Hopefully once the construction is done, it'll be easier to access. Regardless, drinks are decently priced, so it's not too bad. You can get two drinks for the price of about one if you're looking for a deal. They so have 50% off on Wednesdays, so that's also another steal. There's some seating but not too much so it's more for smaller parties and/or to go only. They have cute photowall photo ops. Drinks are made to order with lots of topping choices and sugar percentage choice, which I always appreciate. Rating is based for price per drinks. This was our first time here and won't be our last. read more

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Honestly I was so surprised to see a CoCo here on Market St. Downtown has been lagging behind in boba spots, and it was a pleasant surprise as my wife and I were biking through. Turns out location does matter, because we hopped off our bikes and turned a non-boba drink night into a boba drink night! With these large chain stores, going basic is always a safe bet. I ordered a Jasmine with 70% sugar it was just right and expected of any other Jasmine Milk Tea, with nothing out of this world worth mentioning. It gets the job done at a good price for the location. The boba pearls are pretty bouncy and chewy, and had a sweet taste to them on every sip. For the price and location, I can see myself coming here again and again. CoCo isn't a boba shop I would go out of my way to go, however it does hit and fix and sudden boba cravings (especially with the fast service and clean interior). I would love to try their fruit teas which I've heard some good reviews about. They also have occasional promotions that are all available in details at the order kiosk. read more

Going Downtown there are some options when it comes to Boba. On Market street there is CoCo( they do not serve hot coco) a boba spot which has many different fresh juices and teas. I got the Fresh Passionfruit Green Tea which was had no seeds but it also was not too sweet (by request). It had a good tasty passionfruit flavor. They do have different combinations like my favorite Passionfruit & Mango Slush ( didn't give me a brain freeze ). CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice in Downtown San Francisco has lots space for a Boba place. A descent place to enjoy Boba in Downtown San Francisco. Come to CoCo and grab their bag and try the Passionfruit & Mango Slush and also their green tea Enjoy the view outside of Downtown San Francisco and the view inside of the art along with the CoCo Xmas tree read more

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There are not too many boba options unless you take a MUNI ride a few blocks in some direction here. Coco's fills the void plenty, though. This spot has high ceilings and maybe half a dozen tables but plenty of standing space. Plenty of wall decor, and more spartan on the seating. The service can be slow if there's a large crowd, as this location has minimal staff. The drink selection is excellent, offering everything from fruity blends to classic teas. Coco's is the spot I recommend for friends who like cloud-tops and popping boba. Look for the discounted drinks on the monitors. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Vibe. High ceilings and lots of floor space. - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This review comprises two different visits. The first time, I got a chocolate milk tea large, 30% sugar no ice. It was rather underwhelming, it just tasted like a less sweet chocolate milk. On the other visit, I got a tropical special- passion fruit green tea. I had decided to buy it because I saw a sign outside advertising a discount. There was 35% offered for this drink. I had to scrutinize the sign more closely and overhear another customer talking to the cashier to learn that the 50% off advertised for 3 types of drinks on that banner was only offered for those ordering on the Fantuan app. I did find the passion fruit green tea to be pretty good, it was very fruity and there was plenty of boba. I would probably give it a 3.5 overall since I'd rate a 3 for the chocolate milk tea and a 4 for the passion fruit green tea (the promotional discount definitely made it feel more worth it for the latter drink). I will say that both times the staff were very quick to make the drink, though, and it was done within only 1-2 minutes. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Tropical special - passion fruit green tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Stopped here for a drink and got the Mango Yakult. Small shop but quick service. I enjoyed my drink and have no complaints! read more

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Coco Fresh Tea & Juice is conveniently located on Market St. in San Francisco, to satisfy all your boba cravings. We tried a flavor of the popping Boba: the Blue Moon/Lychee and the Strawberry Slush which were so colorful, it was a delight upon the eyes! We also got the grape dream and the Mango Green tea with all the extra fixings, Sago, Cream and Coconut Jelly. My current favorite is the Strawberry Slush--it was an absolute delight on a warm day! It's a smooth and creamy milk flavor that sweetens your entire mouth. The addition of sago pearls complements the already delicious beverage, enhancing the explosion of flavors on my taste buds. read more

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So good i will come back to try more i ordered the regular milk tea with salted cream and popping lychee read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Milk Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came around 8pm on a Friday night and there were only 2 other people inside. I ordered a passion fruit green tea with 75% sweetness and no toppings -- it's one of my go-to drinks anywhere. Overall the drink was pretty good, nothing surprising. It tasted exactly how you'd expect it to taste. Service was pretty fast since there was no one there. There's only 2 indoor tables that can sit about 2-3 people per table. It's a super small place. Plenty of parking in the parking lot. They have one bathroom too. I didn't have any issues with the service, they were alright. Overall, it was ok but nothing amazing. read more

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When I walked in the store, I hope it would smell like tea and not of strong bleach which throw me off a bit while trying to order on the screen. We comin in late night so there were no boba left to try. We tried the tea and it was alright for my taste. A bit of being more sweet than I expected in 50% of sugar. I like the popping lychee and the great amount of it. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Occasionally come here on weekdays, and it's usually empty. Although the parking lot is huge, the place itself is pretty small. Theres 2 tables on the inside. I got the Jasmine Milk Tea hot with pearls and the temperature was just right. The only thing was that the boba was not as chewy as I thought it would be and the drink left a weird taste in my mouth afterwards (like the feeling when you drink coffee and theres a lingering taste kinda thing). Other than that, the drink itself wasnt bad. I really liked their Passion fruit black tea as well, my friend got it was coconut jelly and it tasted really great! The employees were super nice and when I kindly asked them for the wifi password they helped me by writing it down on a piece of paper instantly. Currently they have a promotions for December and each day is different! Would come here again! read more

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I just placed an online pick up order through their square system. On my way to the store and found out someone else picked up my order, I was so confused. So I called, the staff clearly didn't understand what I meant. Someone else picked up my order, doesn't the stuff check before other people pick up orders? How could they let someone else picked up my order and told me that I couldn't get a refund that I have to cancel the order by my end? How could I cancel the order from my end while someone picked up my order? And she clearly couldn't understand what I've meant and said she doesn't have a machine to cancel it. Unfortunately the manager not at the store. This is ridiculous. BE AWARE if you order online! read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Someone else picked up my order - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Coco is a consistent standard on the west coast including western Canada. It's better at other locations but it's alright here. Convenient location here, it's only a short trek from many corporate offices. Wasn't in dire need of caffeine so went with a taro option - the taro sago. There's a fair amount of seating with a few outlets but no wifi. Taro Coco Sago - light, nutty as you'd expect with taro but the sago was slightly undercooked being a bit firmer and not as chewy as it could be. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Taro Coco Sago - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I tried CoCo as a part of a DoorDash order and was really pleased with my drink. I tried the Tropical Special with 70% sweetness and really enjoyed it. It was light and refreshing with strong fruity flavor. It wasn't too sweet, and the coconut jelly and pearls added a nice texture. I would highly recommend trying this drink, it was really tasty. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Tropical Special - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Apparently it's from LA. So thats probably why it's better than most of the stand alone/local bubble tea stores actually in San Francisco. I got a milk tea with tapioca. Decent flavor, decent amount of tapioca, and not too sweet. Nothing to write to home about, but also nothing wrong with it either. The inside is empty. I hope Coco manages to stay open in the financial district. They're probably one of the only Asian stores located at the financial district. read more

Love the freshness of their Black Sugar milk tea & how their boba had a nice chewy texture. I was especially pleased with the Lemon Green Tea with freshly squeezed lemon juice extracted from a machine. The Lemon Green tea was very refreshing & I can only imagine how soothing it would be to order this on a hot summer day. I'm so glad I decided to increase the size to a large, so that I could savor it while taking BART home. I hope Coco's is here to stay bc it is not only a convenient stop after traveling by public transportation, but there's also quality in their product. read more

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I discovered CoCo through a Yelp Elite event at their Fisherman's Wharf location. However, their Market St location seems to have a different menu. It doesn't have the red bean drink I got there. I tried the medium sago taro milk tea and large chocolate pearl milk tea here but felt disappointed. The medium size seems like a small size. I don't recommend the chocolate milk tea, cause it tasted like chocolate milk. The boba also isn't soaked beforehand so it doesn't taste sweet but plain. read more

This review is a few years in the making. Located near the famous Lotta's Fountain on Market street, Coco Fresh Tea & Juice makes delicious drinks. I totally loved my recent purchase: milk tea with cheese cream and grass jelly. Opted with no sugar. Absolutely delish, friendly service and cute mural inside the store. read more

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Tea run for my coworkers for mango slushies and other drinks. Bottom line they're great at packing their drinks to go with minimal if any spills. The cons are the drinks are just average and aren't that great. I guess we're just paying for the convenience. read more

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Yummy boba. Lots of options when it comes to pearls, mixes, sweetness, and flavors. There is zero parking around here so it's best to walk in. Nice staff. read more

I came back here for the second tIme and still loved their boba milk tea. The milk tea was rich and flavorful and the boba was soft and chewy at the same time and was a perfect pairing with the drink. I also tried their Sago Taro Milk Tea this time around. It was pretty good. The flavor was definitely more on the mild side and I could use a bit more of that taro taste in my drink. The sago was pretty good too and went well with this drink. It reminded me of the Chinese dessert with taro sago in coconut milk. What I also liked was the shop itself, it was nice and clean and the restroom was spacious and warm, especially on winter nights like this. I'd definitely go back to try their other drinks. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Brown Sugar Fresh Milk with Pearl - medium sized. - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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While it's not the best, I've always been a fan of the drinks at CoCo, if not for the fact that it's a simple boba place that doesn't try to hard to follow trends or be something more than it actually is. It's a solid boba place that gets you what you bargained for, which is nice in a sea of every growing competition that has come up with a bit of everything to attract your dollars. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

CoCo Fresh adds cuteness to Market Street. I bookmarked this shop, and it did not disappoint. A statue of CoCo greets one upon entering, next to a mural of San Francisco. It is a long, narrow space, with a few tables. The shop could accommodate lines, one of which formed when I entered at lunchtime. The menu is varied, and matcha drinks are featured. After advised to try the 3 Guys by another guest, I chose my usual Jasmine Milk Tea with 50% sweetness and boba. I would increase the sweetness if you prefer sweet drinks. The tea is made quickly, and has a pleasant taste. The boba is good. The customer service lady is nice. I learned they have another shop near Fisherman's Wharf. Visit when you're downtown, for delicious tea! read more

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Finally found a good boba spot near work! (which is also a dangerous thing...) Located on Market St, this place is super easy to spot. Inside is very spacious with lots of tables and areas for seating. I like their fruit drinks the most! I have tried their mango yakult, lemon yakult, and mango smoothie. The drinks are quite sweet so I like that you can adjust for the sweetness. I think my least favorite was their black tea latte. It just tasted like a plain milk tea, if not worst. Yes, their drinks are a bit pricey but what do you expect from SF? Remember to get a stamp card! read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I always see Coco stores when I visit Taiwan but this store is actually the first time I've ever tried it! This location is very small (with barely any seating inside) and the line can get super long because there's only one cashier. I had to wait over 30min for boba on a weekday afternoon. However, sometimes when it's too busy an employee will take your order in line and then write it on a piece of paper for you to hand to the cashier, this helps speed up the ordering process a little bit. I tried the black tea cloud (it has the cheese cream on top). The price of $4.25 is pretty steep for a regular boba so I was expecting something amazing. However, the milk tea was fairly average and the cheese on top is less dense/sweet than some other places. I usually like a bit of saltiness mixed into the cheese but I couldn't taste any salt at all. I did like that the milk tea itself was not overly sweet. I also tried the coveted brown sugar fresh milk tea. This is super delicious - you can't adjust the sweetness or ice levels because they're already adjusted to be less sweet and have less ice. For some reason I don't see too many boba shops sell brown sugar milk tea so I was really happy to drink something that reminded me of Taiwan. As for the boba, I thought they were pretty disappointing. I liked that they were sweet and weren't stuck together but they were super chewy. It was hard chewing them properly and I ended up swallowing a lot of them without mushing them up all the way. The stamp cards are virtual and you can earn prizes like free toppings or drinks. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Regular milk tea and brown sugar fresh milk tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Saturday afternoons are crowded with students and out of town visitors. Total time from in line to pickup was about 20 minutes, not bad. However, my ordered size large Red Bean Matcha Milk Tea came out as a regular size ($5.50 pricey and I included a tip!). The place was busy so I didn't want to make a fuss, but noticed people behind me looked as though they had the same cups size order issue. Anyway, passed by this place many more times during lunch hours and there's always a line, sometimes to the door. Even though work is nearby it's a major deterrence from going in. Weekdays late afternoons are better as either none or very short lines. I got a large Taro Milk Tea with red beans this time, and mentioned the cup size mistake from the previous visit. Only got a response that they must have made a mistake, nothing else (note not asking for a freebie, just relaying my experience). The drinks are good so go if you must and can handle the waits. For me, the inaccuracies and inability - or lack of authority - to acknowledge more than lip service are too many negatives. read more

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I am a fan of coco in SoCal so I was excited when they opened one near my office! I was also a tiny bit bummed because it would be even more difficult to ignore my boba cravings. My #1 go to is the green milk tea with sago (less ice, 30% sugar). TRUST ME, sago is the way to go! When I want a fruit tea, I go for their mango green tea. read more

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Another trip back for a satisfying refreshment. I've come back on several occasions and the lines have died down. Each time I try to order something different. This visit I tried the "3 Guys," a simple milk tea with boba pearls, grass jelly and egg pudding. It was damn delicious! And would definitely order it again. Despite the occasional lines, it is definitely worth the wait. I'll be back!!! read more

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This CoCo is A-Okay! Service is attentive and friendly, one walked around collecting the straw wrappers at each table. They also calmly and politely handled a slightly-crazy man who walked in straight to the front of the line and started yelling about Jesus. The interior (and exterior, to an extent) is very cute. The menu is very extensive and there's definitely something for everyone. My friend got the 3 guys with boba and I got the 2 ladies with boba. They were both creamy and milky. We came around 7pm on Friday night and there was almost no line. A line started to appear around 7:15, however. Will definitely be back due to the convenient location in the midst of the FiDi on Market. read more

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I love the CoCo locations in the bay because they do justice to the sago, and this one doesn't disappoint! My go-to is the jasmine milk tea with sago (30% sweet) or passionfruit green tea with sago (0% sweet). Their drinks are on the sweeter side, and I feel like their fruit teas are sweet enough without the added sugar. The jasmine milk tea is super creamy/milky without a strong tea taste, which i actually really enjoy when I'm feeling a more milky drink. Taking off one star because I love the grapefruit drinks but you're forced to get the large (doesn't seem that much bigger than the medium tbh), making the drink pretty expensive, especially if you want to add toppings too. Also, the trash cans are all the way in the back of the store which isn't super convenient. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Jasmine Milk Tea with sago (30% sweet) - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The store staff is very professional and kind. Also the drink is very delicious, we ordered brown sugar pearl jasmine milk tea and grapefruit green tea. In addition, the environment is clean and fashion. This is one of our favorite bubbles tea store in the downtown San Francisco. read more

Would I come back: UH YEAH! Tropical Special: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 5/5 The extended review... Tropical Special: This was a pretty typical combo and quite delicious with the boba AND coconut jelly. The price was also pretty good considering it was large with two toppings. Another boba place to compete with Sharetea in the downtown space! Service: Average service Ambiance: It's quite a cute store front with some seating. A nice place to hang out and chat. read more

It was ok, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit this boba chain. On a hot hot Monday afternoon, it was surprisingly crowded and hot. Only one guy at the register that's why! With so many people in the kitchen mixing and blending things, I would've thought the line out the door would've moved faster. Wrong. They've got to figure out their process better. If I see more than three people pouring drinks and mixing smoothies, then I'd expect the drinks to come flying out at superspeed. The poor cashier was probably getting heatstroke just keeping up with orders and credit cards! After a 15-minute wait, I ordered the Matcha Cloud. Another 10 minutes later I finally got it, and was already over it. The cloud part I could do without. The Matcha was delicious and not too sweet. Great job back there mixing and pouring guys. Now they just need to figure out how to get people in and out! Especially in the heat of summer such as this. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Matcha cloud - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Quick Summary: - Default sweetness was just right (in my opinion) - Boba pearls were not stuck together and had a good consistency This boba place opened as suddenly as it appeared on Market Street. I'm not sure exactly when it opened, but I was eager to try. Since it is still a new store, and a boba place on Market Street is fairly a rare find, it was packed with a crowd. It was leading out the door when I made my first visit. Since it is a new store, I always go for the orthodox: black milk tea with boba, so I can compare with what I know. The order took some time, but I feel it's due to the store being new, so I won't count it on this review. I also requested no change in the ice quantity and the sweetness. The cup is slender but tall, and there was nice amount of boba pearls at the bottom of the cup. The pearls were chewy and had a good consistency. They weren't stuck together into a glob, and they fit through the straw without any issues. The tea is very good too; a right balance of tea and milk. I was very pleased with the sweetness percentage because it was just right. I would like to visit again to try the other flavors. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Black tea with boba pearls Default sweetness is just right - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Loved the free milk tea that they gave out for first 100 folks this month. It's right next to the Bart station. My friend ordered the mango tea and she said it was amazing as well. The wall is nicely painted to take a picture when visiting with someone. Don't forget to waive at the pink coco mascot lol ( kids might think it's hello kitty) Good spot in walking distance on fidi on a sunny day. Would give a genuine 3.5 star, since I've had better boba tea in less price. But since I got the free one and my friend got the BOGO I'll give a 4 for my first experience. read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Painted Wall and the mascot - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

i still remember when i tried coco for the first time back in 2012 inside the bottom of taipei 101...this was the first time i had true authentic milk tea and it floored me lol. since then, i've been to the coco in new york, los angeles, tokyo, and now SF!! so happy they finally opened up several locations in the SF area--truly brings me back to 2012. i usually get the black milk tea with boba. it's your pretty typical authentic black milk tea--good balance of strong tea flavor and creaminess. i feel like the black milk tea at coco tastes a bit unique (in a good way) so it's always a treat to have it. prices are reasonable for bay area boba and whenever i come i usually upgrade to a large because why not? i also usually get less ice and 30% sweetness since it is more than enough sweet for me. i feel like anything above 50% may be really sweet. will definitely come back whenever i am in the financial district! read more

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Can't believe there's a Coco in SF! This is one of my favorite boba places in SoCal! I ordered the MILK TEA WITH PUDDING, a classic I usually get in SoCal! - the milk tea is very tea based, so even with 100% regular sugar, it's not overly sweet. I feel like I can really taste the black tea flavor - (the boba quality is really nice and chewy here but i feel like the addition of it makes the drink too sweet which is why I didn't add it to my drink ) - the PUDDING has a great soft, chewy texture and I feel like it compliments the drink super well. It has a subtle almost honey like flavor Interior wise, I feel this place is really big and service is quite fast so I'm happy to know that there's finally another good boba place in sf :) read more

CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Close to all forms of public transportation, super simple to get my boba fix in between stops. After 6p, a hour before closing, there has never been a line for me. Don't let that fool you... My favorite of the moment, Sago Taro Milk Tea with add in boba, something amazing! Zero ice and 30% sugar adds a subtle sweetness to the taro milk. No powdery taste, just a beautiful silky creaminess of taro milk that coats the mouth. The sago pearls are a complimentary addition to something already so delicious on its own, elevating the explosion of flavor on my taste buds. I could honestly have done without the boba, but the chewiness of the pearls adds an additional layer of flavor and texture to an already delicious pleasure. Would I recommend? Most definitely! Do not allow the star rating to deter you. The mango green tea is a beautiful bouquet of tropical enjoyment. The sago taro milk tea is a satisfying snack or refreshment. The flavors are basic but elevated in quality through ingredients. Try for yourself... doubt you'll walk away feeling anything other than satisfied. read more