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    Honi-Bear Boba Cafe

    4.1 (55 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Afternoon treats for us - Avocado Smoothie and Popcorn Chicken.
    Candice F.

    It is amazing how many boba drink places exist in Downtown Pleasanton. We finally got ourselves to check out the most recent addition to the area. Our recent visits have been to return for the avocado smoothie, which is not a common drink offering at Boba places, and popcorn chicken. The avocado smoothie is okay and not the best, however, it will do given none of the nearby places offer this drink. But the real winner is their popcorn chicken which comes with a decently sized-portion and the batter is perfect in amount and flavor. We don't particularly like our food spicy, so we always request for them to not add additional pepper sprinkled on top. That makes it perfect for us. However, if you like your food more spicy, definitely let them know. The only way to do this is if you order directly through a cashier or you somehow get their attention before they finish your order. Otherwise, ordering through the kiosk does not allow you to input any special requests. Service is not particularly fast especially when they get bombarded by the students from the middle schools and high school in the afternoon. I have yet to try their milk tea, but I haven't come to want to take the chance given one of my favorites is not that far of a walk from Honi-Bear. In any case, the location is great in the heart of downtown to treat ourselves to some drinks and snacks!

    Abel A.

    One worker on a nice Saturday evening???? We came with a large group of adults and kids, so our drinks and snacks took ages to come out. Luckily we were hanging out so speed of service wasn't such big deal. But we definitely noticed. Shop was clean and bright. Given the circumstances of dealing with alot of customers, worker was courteous and worked hard. Drink were just ok.

    Brown Sugar Boba Latte

    Boba tasted great! Was warm and enjoyable and the cups are super cute. There was seating around and we ordered on the kiosk. The workers are really sweet and is responsive when called for help.

    Janet T.

    I went to try this cafe for the first time with two of my friends. It was nice that this boba place closes later than some other places. My friends and I got there close to 8pm, it wasn't crowded. We were able to find a seat. I ordered the Mango Sago smoothie drink and shrimp egg rolls. Both were delicious. The only thing about my drink is the sago were frozen in which it tasted like dipping dots, it was not too bad. But because is winter, I think I still prefer the fresh soft sago instead. My friend ordered hot taro milk tea and popcorn chicken. They enjoyed the drink. I got to taste the popcorn chicken too. It was tasty and crunchy. The shrimp egg roll was also very tasty and crunchy. I would order the snacks again. I probably won't order the mango sago drink next time, I would try something else. My friends and I chatted here for almost two hours last Friday night from 7:45pm to 9:30pm. The atmosphere is nice. I like it that the store closes later than other boba places.

    Anna L.

    My husband and I wanted to try a new boba spot after CorgiCon and opted for a drink and snack at Honi Bear. Their mango sago drink was so refreshing and reminded us of HEYTEA's. The popcorn chicken was also tasty with good flavor and fried well. Some of the reviews about the kiosk mentioned a convenience fee, but we didn't notice one on our order. We'd definitely come back if we're in the area again!

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    Veronica P.

    I came in with my friends on a Monday evening on a three day streak of getting boba looking for a fourth. I don't like caffeine at night so I was worried coming to a new place but the staff assured me most of the drinks weren't caffeinated actually, and looking at the list of smoothies and milks (along with lattes and teas of course) I felt a little silly for asking before looking at the menu. I ended up ordering a banana milk with boba. It was pretty good actually, the boba was pretty standard not particularly amazing or bad. The banana milk is on the better end of banana milks but still has that slight fake taste that's really hard to escape with banana milks. They also sold some cute bear stuffed animals. Overall cute late night boba place in downtown Pleasanton. When in the area would recommend but no need to go out of your way.

    Earl gray black tea with puffy cream on top (6)
    Victor G.

    Honi Bear Boba Cafe opened recently where Prime Poke once was. Infrastructure, counter, walls, seats look similar with a slight retrofit. Outside common area seating the same. Honi is a family biz, has an eclectic menu: fried food, fresh fruit tea, smoothies & milkshakes, milk teas, cream series, matcha & lattes, toppings, special flavors, fresh milk, create ur own fruit tea/slushy. Greeted with a smile by a tall white young adult female with a thick accent. Haven't heard Russian in decades. Actually bought a book long ago to study Russian but couldn't hack it. She was meticulous in Getting my order right down to the most minute detail. Sips: Earl Gray Black Tea topped with puffy cream (6) 25% sugar/ice -ready in 5ish minutes. Puffy cream is similiar to creme brulee without the flame torching. -big cup, black tea not watered down. Semi-bold -puffy cream stuck at top for awhile. Shaking & stirring didn't dislodge it. Tasted pretty sweet. -eventually got cream to mix. Actually very tasty 4ish stars semi-worthy:YMMV quantity: great quality: very good, everything not done.

    "Taro paste" "tea" with boba.
    Dave D.

    Honi Bear is a new-ish boba shop in downtown Pleasanton. The place is relatively clean and has the usual decorations (eg solar cat paw thing). They can't even get their branding consistent since the sign above the door says "honey bear" not "honi bear". The service is basically nonexistent. You order your drinks on a tiny iPad which has to charge you a convenience fee. They barely talk to you until you pick up your order. We got the taro paste milk tea which had neither taro paste nor tea. The boba was acceptable but everything else was artificial taro powder. It was also way too sweet considering we asked for 25% sugar. Most of the drink landed in the trash can. I'm not going back.

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    Karrie L.

    We went on a Monday a little after they opened. They open at 6pm on Mondays. Very odd hours. The two staffs were welcoming but one of them spoke very softly so I had to tell her to repeat herself. I got the first recommended drink on the menu which was fresh rainbow white peach oolong tea and added panden jelly which was recommended as one of the new toppings they offer. The drink has no tea flavor even though they added a tea bag inside the drink. Not really right for me since I like to taste the tea flavor. We also tried the honeydew milk tea which was alright. And Jasmine milk tea, so so as well. They are offering some promotion right now that if you get a food item, you can get $2 off your drinks. Overall, the environment seems clean and staff were friendly. But the tea lacks tea flavor. They are situated right next to the Peet's and they do have several tables for outdoor seatings. I would keep them in mind next time I want a boba drink past 8pm. Since that's the time where other local boba shops close. Monday to Thursday close at 10pm Friday and Saturday close at 11pm Sunday at 9pm

    Love that they have sago!! Add it to all my faves! I love this spot Downtown and they are so friendly! Yummy popcorn chicken too!
    Erika G.

    So cute! Love the location Downtown and the chill outside hang. They offer sago plus all other boba toppings! Sago is my fave and I add it to almost all my boba smoothies or teas. Friendly and easy to order. Yummy popcorn chicken!

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    Tess l.

    Super friendly and cute vibe. I got milk tea and it taste very authentic And creamy and I am particular about the milk tea They had a fun pop up as well,with with CrumbSocieties cookies they were just freaking amazing !!! I believe they will start carrying them. So go! I really hope they do. Quick reviews, just for you

    Avocado with lychee jelly / Honeydew milk tea with crystal jelly
    Josephine E.

    Nice service but the drinks I got were just meh. I enjoyed the honeydew milk tea, but the "fresh" avocado smoothie was not fresh. It tasted like old avocado and it was also mostly ice. I've had WAY better avocado smoothies everywhere else. I was disappointed. I did try my friend's honey boba, and that was pretty good. Also, the staff is nice.

    Drink Menu August 2025
    Mabel H.

    Another boba shop on Main St in downtown Pleasanton! What is this reality I'm living in. My friend and I came for the Mango Coco Sago ($8) around 9pm on a Saturday, but they ran out. I pivoted to the Okinawa Milk Tea ($5.75) and asked for it less sweet, which they nailed. The staff was friendly and helpful with recommendations. This is for sure a fun hangout spot after school or on the weekends! I love that they close at 10pm most days which is unheard of in Pleasanton lol. I'll be back to try the sago and popcorn chicken :)

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    11 months ago

    SO good. New favorite boba spot in Pleasanton 100%! The owner made it perfectly, not too sweet; it was just right. Will be back for more!

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    Delicious well-made drinks with speedy and very friendly service. Prime location in downtown Pleasanton too.

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    The lychee earl grey milk tea is so good!!!! And I love how it's non dairy . Love this place!

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    Amazing service and really yummy food and drink! I got a cookies and cream milkshake and curly fries and they were both great.

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    Im NACHO man when it comes to eating Mexican food being a picky eater. I love nachos but there's a…read morelot of great Mexican restraints and trucks that just dont even hit the bar. after trying this place a few times this might just be my new favorite go to especially because they do Nachos the right way here. What I really love about this place is that they have a salsa bar with pickled radish and cucumbers that im a huge fan of. The green salsa is my favorite as it's garlic, refreshing, and full of flavor. Cucumbers and radish are fresh and crunchy that cuts the fatty taste of the Mexican food. Their quesadillas here are on something as the cheese pull with these is insane. I like how they have a stand where you can order from inside along with the option to dine in where they bring your food out to you. my only fear is that ill visit this place so much that ill be recognized by the staff.

    A quaint little location in the shopping center catty-corner across from the fairgrounds. We got…read morehere in the early afternoon on a Wednesday and saw that they have a Happy Hour special of 3 Tacos for $6 weekdays between 3-6PM. Wow. What a deal! However, we were about 75 minutes too early and too hungry to wait. (Which reminds me, I have a reason to go back!) Anyway, the menu looked great and I chose a taco salad. Now, I like a good taco salad, but I have been disappointed by many other places in the past. But this place has a fantastic taco salad! Wow! Everything was right about this salad. First of all, a lot of places fry up a whole stack of tortilla shells in advance and then let them sit and get stale and rancid. The tortilla shell at Taqueria Extra was fresh and perfectly crispy. I truly appreciate the FRESH part. The fillings were abundant and well proportioned. The flavors all blended together exactly right. The chef is brilliant. I loved this taco salad. My DW got a taco plate which comes with a side salad and a generous serving of rice and beans. I got a taste of the taco and it was flavorful and excellent also. This is a highly recommend and a definitely return to restaurant.

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