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    5.0 (534 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jennifer D.

    Food: ive only had their drinks but not the food yet. It is delicious. Only want to point out for the smoothie that I ordered, it was good but could use more strawberry flavor. It tasted as if I was eating snow mostly. But still enjoyable. I normally get their regular milk tea they offer and I enjoy it with Egg Pudding and Boba. The boba is a bit sticky and large but still delicious. Service: Amazing. Top tier. Super friendly. I order online and come into the shop. And i quickly get greeted with my name. Hearing "JENNIFER! HOW ARE YOU?!" LOL. but ive only been to this place twice and the guy knows already LOL. But the most happiest person ever. Ambiance: Cute Lil Cafe spot. Comfortable. I havent personally stayed but they sell little trinkets too on the side, and they have a sit down couch areas with TVs. I will post more photos eventually

    Peach & Lychee Fruit Tea (jasmine green tea, half sugar, light ice - $5.99)
    Luke L.

    HaiCha is a boba shop conveniently located right next to Pasadena City College. This spot used to be Bubble Puff & Tea, and HaiCha took over in March 2024. [Parking]: Street parking only (free), but our party came during a not-so-busy Sunday afternoon and was able to find several available spots. [Atmosphere]: The shop has a pretty small space but still has few tables and sofas. The shop also displayed cute crochet items for sale for those who are interested. [Ordering]: Customers can order via a kiosk which is what our party did, but the owner also tried to make small talk and personally I thought it was a little over-enthusiastic. [Menu]: There's a sign displaying the following top 10 drinks: HaiCha Milk Tea (Milk Tea Series), Roasted Oolong Milk Tea (Milk Tea Series), Orange Grapefruit Green Tea (Fruit Tea Series), Lychee Peach Green Tea/Tokyo Special (Fruit Tea Series), Passion Fruit Green Tea/Tokyo Special (Fruit Tea Series), Matcha Latte (Milk Tea Series), Taro Milk Tea (Milk Tea Series), Mango Green Tea (Fruit Tea Series), Jasmine Green Milk Tea (Milk Tea Series), and Thai Tea. They also sell bottled Fu Hang Soy Milk in the mini fridge. *** Peach & Lychee Fruit Tea (jasmine green tea, half sugar, light ice - $5.99): A refreshing drink and half sweetness was about right. I think having two fruit flavors = doubles the sweetness and hence requires 50% sweetness. *** I don't think the drinks are amazing enough to drive 30+ minutes out of the way for, but this is still a solid spot for local community college students to grab a quick and refreshing drink.

    David P.

    HaiCha Tea is located at 12 Harkness Avenue Pasadena, California 91106. It is located a few steps north of Colorado Boulevard. This business is worth the short walk from Pasadena City College. This is a small cozy respite away from the problems of the day. The atmosphere, the delicious herbal teas, smoothies, and friendly service are appreciated by all of its patrons. I was happy to discover HaiCha Tea when I was looking for another location in the area. I looked up its reviews and was amazed at the number of perfect reviews. Quite an achievement for a place that has been in business for a number of years. Clearly this business knows how to take care of its people through great family Taiwanese recipes and old fashioned good service. I was greeted with a warm welcome as I entered the business. After ascending three steps, I entered a small room with a calm atmosphere. With calming music playing and the sound of running water I felt like I was in a meditation room. After talking with the gentleman about the menu, I decided to try the cold Strawberry Herbal Tea. After a short time he graciously brought over my order. He was eager to see if my Strawberry Tea was to my liking...it was perfect - tasty and refreshing. On another visit I was able to fully experience the best smoothie that I have ever tasted! It was a dairy-free Taro Smoothie. What a vision piled high and packed with flavor. On another hot day I was looking for something refreshing and light. The owner suggested the High Mountain Oolong tea. A perfect selection - cool, light, and refreshing. I look forward to coming back and trying other teas, smoothies, and coffee drinks. Street parking is available but this location is a nice walk from PCC or anywhere in the vicinity.

    Milk Tea ( Hot and Cold), brown sugar tea, matcha tea
    Brittany B.

    When my high school students want Boba, they will get boba. I am so grateful this boba shop was open before noon so I could make it on time for our last wellness activity of the school year. The owner was incredibly nice and the boba drinks were awesome. All of my students loved them. Will be back for sure :)

    Menu - Oct 2025
    Ana T.

    My friend and I came here to get some milk tea to drink. It was easy to find street parking, and they're located at a corner. When we came in, we were immediately greeted. We looked at the menu and made the order there (there are kiosks). We waited at the seating in the front, and the drinks were brought to us. We got the Hokkaido Milk Tea and Hot Cocoa Milk Tea. They were very good drinks.

    Taro Smoothie
    Pam S.

    Such a nice kind-hearted soul was the Owner. He had patience for my grandkids as they wondered OUT LOUD what they should get. They ended up with the Taro Smoothie and proclaimed it was the best Boba ever! From the few sips I had it was pretty tasty. There is seating inside with couches and I did see some people ordering actual food (I believe) parking is street parking. Respectfully Reviewed.

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    Harrison L.

    This is a boba shop but there's also some food here too; must try the fishballs when you come here! If you're looking for a quick snack with some boba, these are a must. Very authentic and very good!

    Milk Tea ( Hot and Cold) house
    Yasamin M.

    The house milk tea was delicious! The best one! Tommy was so kind and so hospitable! I am so glad I decided to come in :) the music is very peaceful too

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    Cindy Y A.

    Amazing little spot right by Pasadena City college. Calm music when you enter and an enthusiastic Taiwanese owner! We tried the grapefruit lychee fruit tea with lychee and the strawberry smoothie with boba. We also tried the black sesame crunches--yummy! Parking a bit tight--just 2 parking spots in front but if you are at PCC you can easily walk over. We even got a free cell phone holder for the car!! Check it out.

    Strawberry Smoothie

    Love coming here. Owner is super friendly. Very welcoming. Drinks are great! He can customize your drink to whatever you desire. I got half mango and half strawberry. It was so tasty and the presentation was amazing. Come support this great boba location. You will not be disappointed!

    Matcha Latte Milk Tea

    This is the cutest little study spot. Super nice seating areas and tables. Calming music playing and the guy who served me was super sweet! I got a matcha latte and did some homework here so it was a great spot to get some work done

    HaiCha Milk Tea w/PERFECT boba!
    Susan L.

    What an ABSOLUTE GEM of a tea/boba/coffee shop in Pasadena! Walking in, the smell of brewed tea and warm sugar just hugs you. Unassuming space, but such a warm and friendly welcome from the owner, Tommy. He exudes such enthusiasm and pride in his products that it is contagious. I ordered the HaiCha Milk Tea 50% sweet with boba, and truly, it's quite perfect. This drink is made with a blend of black and oolong teas. The tea flavor comes through the milk extremely well. The boba are perfectly chewy, bouncy, and this may sound odd, but round and slippery. You would think that all boba are this way but no. We have all had boba where the surface is sticky or squished with flat sides--like eating little gummy dodecahedrons. Ugh. HaiCha's boba are perfectly bouncy, slippery spheres, which is exactly how they should be. Tommy the owner is Taiwanese and imports all of his tea and boba from Taiwan. He brews all of his teas daily and of course, cooks the boba daily. He also makes these delicious Taiwanese snacks: coconut crunchy and sesame crunchy. Slightly sweet and full for nutty goodness! They definitely feed one's nostalgia for Taiwan. There are quite a few boba shops in the Pasadena area, and I have tried many of them. So far, HaiCha is clearly the winner when it comes to authentic Taiwanese tea and boba. It helps that the owner's love and belief in the product is so genuine. FYI: This shop opens surprisingly early, at 8:30am, every day. Apparently, there are coffee drinkers that come in for their morning Joe before work or class. I forgot to ask him when boba is ready everyday. Will ask next time!

    Honeydew Milk Tea

    I would recommend this place! I've been a fan of boba shop mainly for the quick service, accomodating owner, and comfy ambiance. I'm currently a fan of the honeydew milk tea offered here, and not many of the place I've been to have offered this flavor, at least close by.

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    4 months ago

    I had their house milk tea and it was the best I have ever had. The owner was so lovely, too. I will definitely be back!

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    The kindest owner with the yummiest authentic tea! Cute little spot with treats and good tea.

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    Friendly service. The "real" teas are pretty good- complex notes without bitterness. I had the oriental beauty signature.

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    The boba was excellent and the service was top notch! The owner was so kind and patient. We will definitely be coming back!

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    Lovely little shop with a very kind owner! Really sweet atmosphere and a great tea selection!

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