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    Happy Lemon

    4.0 (171 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    J4. Oreo Waffle

    Employees don't look happy working at the location. Decided to try this location to see if it compares to other locations around the Bay Area. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you want anything matcha related. No size selection when choosing the drinks. Their matcha drink definitely tastes watered down. The waffle, I would say that it's a solid choice. If you do come here, I would recommend just sticking to the tea based drinks. Ambiance wise, maybe I just went when there were a lot of kids through the n word nonchalantly, they don't identify themselves as one, but definitely more for a place where high schoolers can hang out there.

    Gao Na Y.

    Came in on a weekday around late afternoon and wasn't busy! Menu is a single sheet that is on a table that's in the middle, as well as one by the counter where you pay. The worker was very kind when taking our order! Inside of the store is pretty neat. Enough 4 table seatings. After ordering, our drinks came out really fast! A total of 4 drinks were ordered... 1. Mango yakult smoothie: 9.5/10 - this was really good! Tasted kind of like a mangonada without the spices and chamoy. Don't know if I could really taste the yakult. Got this at 75% sweetness and it was perfect! Smoothie wasn't too thick, just right 2. Lemon yakult slushy: 7/10 - this comes with lychee jello, which was yum! The drink itself is really sour and lemon-y, the yakult was definitely overpowered by the lemon flavor. If you don't really like super sour drinks, wouldn't recommend this. My sister didn't enjoy but I thought it was good 3. Passion mango green tea: 4/10 - this tasted sort of artificial and perfume-y. The fruit flavors were lacking and the drink was bitter. The tea is definitely present, would prefer this to be sweeter 4. Strawberry shortcake smoothie: 5/10 - presentation of this drink was so cute but I didn't really enjoy it. I've had better strawberry shortcake drinks elsewhere. Wasn't too bad, but lighter in flavor than I prefer Overall, the drinks were alright. Drinks alone, I'd give it 3/5 stars. They could definitely be better, but the service inside was nice and really quick so 4/5 stars

    Kristine S.

    Came here for a refreshing drink after walking around the outlets. We got the Mango green tea with mango boba and mango yakult and both were good. Just wish you could customize more. Service was quick and plenty of seating. Would definitely come back.

    Original Bubble Waffle with puff cream. The puff cream tasted like sweetened butter...
    Amanda M.

    I know Happy Lemon is a chain / franchise... so I try to rate them all based on individual experiences. That being said, this location was a mess. (I visited a few weeks ago). Ironically enough, there were no customers inside when I went in, but I didn't let that deter me. However, the tables and floors were so messy! Almost as if a stampede of messy kiddos had just tore this place up. I brought my mom here for her first ever bubble waffle and it was kind of a let down to have her experience it in this messy environment. Not to mention that the staff working that night were not welcoming or friendly and seemed very irritated to be working at that moment--which is a bit of a bummer as well. (I do hope things got better for them that night, however!) All in all, the bubble waffle was served hot and was delicious. My mom was thrilled with this new culinary experience and I look forward to taking her back, perhaps to a different location. I'm still very much a Happy Lemon fan, but I'm not sure if I'll return to this location or not. Fingers crossed for timely improvement!

    Kaethlyn R.

    yelp and google said its open but once i arrived on a Friday at 4:30pm the doors are LOCKED.. doordash and grubhub are still open and you can still buy.. waited for 15 mins it's still closed. if the workers are on break there should be a sign that says they are, otherwise this store needs to update all their hours if they are closed because this was a waste of time..

    Oreo and sky cream tea-puccino
    Alex Z.

    Love coming to happy lemon, one of my favorite boba places. I got their new 2025 drink Oreo and sky cream tea-Puccino. Ugh it was so good it came with boba and lychee jelly which I love lychee. I always love trying out their new flavors when ever they come out. There is one that I have not liked yet. Service is always great, staff is super friendly and welcoming.

    Chocolate smoothie with salted cheese
    Katelyn S.

    Happylemon is my absolute favorite boba tea spot ever! I love the gilroy location because the ambiance is so nice and the servers are really quick. Theres so many drinks to choose from, and their salted cheese is the best (don't knock it till you try it) I highly highly recommend going to happylemon if you're looking for delicious drinks :)

    Both were 100% sweetness level instead of 50% and 100%
    Jen D.

    I don't come here often so this is the first time I've seen tables and chairs being used. I'd say it's about time! We came from track meet and it was sooo hot (in the 80s) so we wanted a cold drink on the way home. We ordered through yelp as we didn't want to waste and more time and so we can be on our way but no, big mistake. This order took way longer than the ones placed at the store. This order took over half an hour and despite me telling the employee, upon arrival, and as I was ordering food, and then again when I picked up the food- about our order. Each time they acknowledged me and said it's coming. Empty response? Poor comprehension? Because despite the multiple notifications they still put the drinks in the fridge. Finally, I asked again (4th time!!!) and told them I think they put it in the fridge!!! And yes, they did! I saw them do it! I, however, had too much faith in them and thought it's not mine since I've already told them three times!! So we got our drinks and they missed the sweetness level in my order. It was too sweet that I had a headache afterwards. Hmm so for this I think I'll lower the rating to one star.

    Strawberry Shortcake

    Went in around mid day, service was good, drinks didn't take too long to be done, got the strawberry shortcake and it was yummy.

    Vending Machine next to store
    Daniel C.

    Great Service, saw that I was from out of town and let me try a free sample, super generous workers and had decent tea! The Place and Music they played were welcoming and chill

    A1. Green Tea with Salted Cheese
    Annette T.

    A1 Green Tea with Salted Cheese and boba. This is my go-to here at Happy Lemon after many years wondering why this place was so popular with others. Now, I know why. I'll come here every so often when I'm craving for a boba drink and I'm nearby shopping at Costco in Gilroy. This location is conveniently located in one of the Gilroy Outlet plazas and provides very quick service. I plan to come back here again and again when I'm in need of a boba fix.

    bubble waffle

    Me and my Friend visited Happy Lemon Gilroy for the first time last July 31, 2025. Drinks were okay I don't have complain with that. And the 2 bubble waffle we order looks different and cashier put a tip in my receipt without my consent... I usually give tips cash. I dont include it in my purchased products. I asked the cashier about the tips that she included but she ignore me. And she didn't even say sorry.

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    7 years ago

    Yummy! I got the Jasmine milk tea with lychee jelly good customer service! Will be back again!

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    7 years ago

    Love coming here! They always have very fast friendly service! The drinks are so good!

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    7 years ago

    The best boba place I've been to so far. Can't wait to try other yummy drinks. Nice to see some more food/drink places at the outlets too.

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    8 years ago

    Great spot to hang out and chill. Very spacious and refreshing drinks especially the lemon tea series.

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    7 years ago

    Really awesome place! Fast, friendly service and a great variety of flavors. Definitely the boba place that Gilroy needed!

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    After Gilroy Gardens, I wanted anything but pizza and pretzels. Yelped pho and this place popped…read moreup. The young gentleman greeted us and had us sit anywhere. We got: Pho with different meats and a separate bowl of meatball. The broth was good, a little on the oily side but good. Spring roll: I got it without noodles. I appreciated that the pork was lean and not fatty. It was a good roll, however the peanut sauce tasted like straight thick peanut butter, it needed to be thinner, sweeter and have more of that umami taste. Grilled chicken rice plate: I enjoyed this dish, the chicken was flavorful and the salad and rice paired well together. The young boy and man who I'm assuming is family are very nice. They are welcoming and pleasant. I'm glad this place is closer to us. We live in Morgan Hill and I do not approve of any of the pho places there for their lack of flavor. I will definitely be coming back here.

    I'm a huge fan of Gilroy Noodle (I've only ordered to-go as FYI)…read more I have had terrible to lack luster experiences with noodle dishes here in Gilroy. For the longest time to get a decent Pho or vermicelli dish we would have to drive north or west. I fist tried Gilroy noodle with trepidation... I've not always had the best dining experiences in Gilroy since I've moved here. What sheer relief and joy I felt when I tasted my first bite several months ago with the shrimp vermicelli dish. FINALLY a decent (Yummy!) place to eat in Gilroy! Evetything I've ordered and happily eaten is well seasoned... the ingredients are fresh and properly prepared. No matter what dish I order the shrimp or fish always properly cooked. The to-go orders are so carefully packaged for optimal enjoyment at home; things are packaged separately if they need to be ... etc. they never forget condiments or sides. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The slushies, lemonades, and teas are all tasty (too sweet for my taste but the hubby loves them). I do wish that they had a few more options without meat but that's just a selfish minor point. I'm so glad we have this place close to me here in little old Gilroy! I have been back several times and will continue to do so! Perhaps you should too if you are in this neck of the woods.

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    I bought yogurt and a Thai tea, but I was really disappointed with the tea--it tasted expired…read more Unfortunately, I didn't realize until after I had already left. It's especially frustrating since I drove all the way from Hollister just to try this place.

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