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    Hoji

    4.7 (300 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Assam salted cream, thai tea salted cream
    Tracy N.

    Super cute tea shop in a very corporate looking area. Limited seating indoors and outdoors but plenty of parking out front. It was slightly hard to find though since they didn't have a sign with the name out front (unless I just missed it). Service was friendly and helped us out since it was our first time, and our drinks came out pretty quick. I also thought the prices here were super reasonable compared to most tea shops that I've been to Assam salted cream w/ boba: 3/5 I liked this but the honey flavor was a bit too strong for me. Boba was nice and chewy though Thai tea salted cream: 4/5 Pretty good thai tea with a bit of saltiness from the cream Note: they also had a mancala board inside which I thought was super fun so we sat and played a couple games before heading out

    Assam black milk tea & hojicha sesame
    Tiffany H.

    Had a wonderful experience at hoji! We ordered the hojicha sesame latte and the assam black milk tea with boba. Our favorite was the hojicha sesame latte as it had a fragrant tea flavor and it didn't just taste like milk and cream. The boba texture was also one of the best I've had. Would highly recommend ordering boba with your drinks. It was chewy and tasted freshly made. The Assam milk tea on the other hand, wasn't exactly my favorite since it tasted mainly like milk and cream. I couldn't really taste the tea flavor in it but the boba texture was good. Service was excellent! The cashier was kind. We received our orders quickly. There were some games on the table to play while we waited. Not much seating inside the store. Plenty of parking out in front in a shared lot with other businesses. Would come back for their hojicha sesame latte!

    Black Sesame
    Canary H.

    A craving for boba, means a need for a boba adventure! We stumbled upon Hoji after browsing for good boba on our way home. Hoji shared the same parking lot with a coffee shop we're familiar with! On a Sunday afternoon, there was plenty of parking. When you walk up to the store, there isn't a sign on the outside. Before walking in, there's also a posted sign that says only 10 people at a time. We counted about 6 people, and proceeded to walk in. The decor is timeless and vintage. Super cool to look at and enjoy. We turned around and there was the cashier. It definitely is a small as can be. We took a bit of time looking at the menu and then deciding our drinks. We were a bit indecisive, but settled on their Rose Salted Cream and their Hojicha Black Sesame. The cashier was a bit interesting and didn't bother to help us or explain anything. He had us repeat our order a few times out of inattentiveness. It wasn't loud in there, but he definitely wasn't listening. Immediately after our order, he goes on his phone. Another worker had finished making a drink for a customer, and had to nudge the cashier to let him know the drink was ready. Even then, he wasn't on alert about it and made a face at the customer who stood up to grab the drink. Our drinks came out fairly quickly. We took our photos and left to sit in the car. It was quite small and stuffy in there. Our drinks were delightful! You can definitely taste the hojicha. The black sesame didn't overpower the drink, as for the rose salted cream, it was flowery enough. The boba itself was definitely handmade and perfectly chewy. I can understand why this store's drinks are a favorite. I deducted a star because of the service and attitude. We walked out the door saying goodbye, and even then, they didn't seem to care. The customer service here is lacking, but at least the drinks are decent. I might wait to see if any changes are made to their workers before coming back to try again.

    Irene B.

    Hoji has been my go to matcha and tea spot ever since I discovered it near UCR. It's surprisingly hard to find a great matcha spot in the IE, but Hoji is definitely a hidden gem. I've tried their matcha latte multiple times and it's honestly comparable to some of the famous matcha spots in OC and LA. The matcha is smooth with a medium bodied mouthfeel, a velvety texture, and just the right amount of sweetness. Their thai tea is also excellent but my favorite drink has to be the hojicha black sesame with boba. The hojicha has an amazing roasted aroma while the black sesame salted cream adds a rich, nutty, and savory depth that makes the drink incredibly addictive. The handmade boba is the real highlight. It's soft yet chewy at the same time, it's just the perfect texture. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and I appreciate that they offer a stamp card for returning customers. The shop itself is on the smaller side, but the retro vibe, cute art wall, and full length mirror make it a fun place to hang out and snap a few pictures. This has become a staple in my drink rotation and I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu.

    Barley Tea + Sea Cream, Matcha Latte, & Assam + oat
    Kiana L.

    Hoji Tea Room is such a cute, tiny boba shop that really focuses more on the tea itself rather than toppings, which I personally love. The inside has a really cozy and aesthetic vibe, and one thing I thought was super cool is that you can actually sit and draw, then put your artwork up in the shop. It gives the place a really creative and community feel that makes it stand out from other tea spots. The worker was super nice and helpful, especially since I was being really indecisive about what to get. They took their time to explain things and helped me decide without making it feel rushed at all. I got the matcha latte, and I absolutely loved it. It was smooth, well balanced, and just really comforting without being too heavy or overly sweet. I also tried a few drinks off my friends' orders, like the Assam + Oat and the Barley + Sea Cream. The Assam + Oat had a really deep, bold tea flavor that paired nicely with the creamy oat milk, making it smooth but still strong. The Barley + Sea Cream was more unique, with a light roasted, nutty taste from the barley and a rich, slightly salty cream top that made it really interesting and different in a good way. It's a really cozy spot that highlights the tea experience in a simple but thoughtful way, and I'd definitely come back.

    Hojicha tasted like water and mango matcha was mid.  So disappointing.
    Rowena A.

    Second time here and I was hoping for a better outcome. ‍ Not sure what kind of oat milk is used but I cannot taste anything but ice/water.

    Salted Cream Thai Tea with Boba and Seasonal Ichigo Matcha with Boba
    Amber Ashley T.

    I've been coming here for a few times now and each time I am blown away. It's located in a warehouse- industrial looking center that does not have a sign above it. But look for all the people and then you know this is the one. It's super cute inside and homey. They decorate the walls with completed stamp cards that look like the old mini library checkout cards. The workers are always so chill and willing to help if you have questions. They do have a small menu with seasonal options from time to time. My favorites are definitely the Salted Cream Thai Tea and their Matchas! They're always perfectly sweetened and balanced and their boba is so soft and delicious. It has quickly become one of my top boba spots!

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    Morgan W.

    Genuinely the best matcha I've ever had and that's saying something because I've tried A LOT (follow my matcha page @morganxmatcha on insta hehe). I'm from Orange County so I'm so sad this spot is so far from me other wise I'd be here every day! They also do a stamp card where if you accumulate 10 stamps from different purchases you get 1 free drink which is nice of them!! Their matcha comes 75% sweet and with oat milk as the default and it's actually perfect! The flavor profile is so nutty, bright, slightly vegetal and almost a little fruity which pairs so well with the oaty flavor of the milk. The shop itself is so cute and cozy and I love all the doodles and old stamp cards on the walls. The staff was also very nice and get your drink out quick. If they expand to OC that would be a dream come true!!

    Alison J.

    Ordered the Salted Thai tea with boba. 20/10 probably the best boba I've ever had. I wanted to come back the next day to have the exact same drink again. I prefer coming to this location towards the end of the day when it's less crowded

    Faye A.

    I was passing through Redlands on a matcha mission and somehow stumbled into Hoji Tea Room, tucked away in what looks like an industrial strip mall that screams "this can't be it"... but oh, it was!! The place is tiny.... like, two chairs inside tiny w a few bonus seats outside if you're lucky!! Staff were nice, very proud of their craft and telling me all about the history of the shop. I ordered two matcha lattes (bc self-control is a myth): one w boba, one without. They say they use ceremonial-grade matcha, and I can easily attest that they are NOT lying!!! They're out here whisking matcha the legit way w a bamboo chasen and ceramic bowl like it's a full-on tea ceremony!! And WOW!!!!! Ceremonial-grade matcha just hits different.... smooth, rich, zero grass clippings energy. If you know, you know!!!!! The boba was solid too, softer and less aggressively chewy than typical boba, which I actually loved. Long story short: tiny shop, big matcha energy. I will absolutely be back the next time I'm anywhere near Redlands!!

    Miyazaki Hojicha w/ Black Sesame Salted Cream
    John M.

    Hoji is a small tea shop that offers a variety of freshly brewed tea and matcha with boba. It's tucked away in a small unit in the plaza, which did make it a bit hard to find at first. Upon walking inside, the store was nicely decorated and at the time I went, it was Halloween, so they definitely make sure the shop fits the season! I opted for their Miyazaki Hojicha paired with a black sesame salted cream. I am a very big fan of Hojicha tea and the color looked fantastic! The tea itself was umami and had a very nice roasted flavor. The black sesame salted cream paired excellently with the tea, the nutty flavor bringing out more of the roasted tea flavor. Their drinks are also very affordable! I was quite surprised by how cheap their drinks were considered so many shops charge $8-9 for a drink of this quality. If you're looking for a nice, refreshing tea beverage, look no further and come here!

    Oat milk Thai tea

    Wow!!! Really good Thai tea ! Will definitely come back and try other things on the menu ! Drinks and service were great. They got our drinks out pretty quick!

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    Lauren B.

    A quaint tea shop with a small but well-crafted selection of drinks to choose from. Hoji is somewhat of a hidden spot, being in a plaza without noticeable signs to pick it out. We ordered a matcha yabukita latte with boba and their special Kanazawa milk tea. I enjoyed both, and thought 50-75% sweetness was perfect. There was a lot of ice so I would definitely ask for less or none if I come by again. The shop itself is very small, mostly to just drop in and order a drink, and maybe check out their vibrant and cute art wall while you wait for your order. There are a few seats outside to enjoy your drinks, but this mostly seems like a pop in and go place.

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    Very good matcha it's different then the usual matchas around its a lot more floral but in a good way

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    suddenly very dairy forward :( miss the old hoji! been a repeating customer since the first week they opened

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    goated matchas + goated interior + goated service ty for being so close to my work this place has my matcha business from now on

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    Best matcha in the IE!! I got the Haruka matcha latte and it was absolutely delicious and so fresh. Served quickly and friendly service!

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    Best tea place I've been to ever. really just hands down amazing, I'd go here daily if I lived closer

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    Ask the Community - Hoji

    Are there any fruitier teas for someone who isn't a fan of milk tea?

    If you're looking for fruity flavors, Hoji probably isn't the spot. They specialize in straight teas served over ice--clean, roasty, tea-forward. Milk can be added, but it's optional

    I left my purse, and there's no number?

    Hi, there wasn't a purse that we found today, sorry.

    Are there any decaf drinks?

    Barley Tea has zero caffeine, and our best seller - Hojicha - has very little caffeine.

    Do u guys take cash?

    Yeah! Cash, Credit, Apple Pay, Quarters, Nickels, Dimes!

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    Review Highlights - Hoji

    i absolutely loved the cute lil vibes of this place and the hojicha was easily one of the best i've ever had.

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