Best boba place in southern CA. I've tried so many over the years and this by far is my favorite. Highly recommend the avocado mango! The boba was the perfection and tasted like boba should. Go here if you are in the SGV you won't be disappointed! read more

My sister and I have been meaning to try this place out for awhile now. They serve fresh fruit teas. We got the Coconut Mango and the Sumo Berry Tea at regular sugar (recommended). Drinks were made quickly and immediately we knew we should have ordered less sweet. If you're someone who is used to drinking quarter sweet drinks definitely go for the less sweet option. Sumo Berry Tea was like an orange and strawberry mix. It was pretty good and had lots of pulp. Although I didnt really taste a strong tea flavor. I liked the Coconut Mango better because it was blended and more milky/creamy. Inside has minimal decor and was kind of stuffy inside. Drinks are on the pricier side because of the fresh fruits. read more

been eyeing this place for a minute and finally gave it a try last night! i came to the conclusion that this place makes excellent fruity drinks. the quarter pound mango was similar to a mango milk tea from sunright but with tea jelly and more mango chunks. the cheesy green muscat smoothie had a generous amount of grape chunks that i thoroughly enjoyed chewing with every sip. i will certainly come back to indulge in other fruity menu items read more

ICI Tea Drinks - quarter pound mango & cheesy green muscat smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Super light and refreshing fruit teas that I would happily opt for over Chicha across the lot. I got their persimmon orange tea with tea jelly and they used chunks of real fruit. The drink came out beautiful as well! They are totally overshadowed by the huge long Chicha line while I was able to very comfortably order, receive, and finish my drink before where I would have been if I had waited for Chicha even moved half way. read more

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Good price for the fruit tea since I believe it is 32 ounces for about $7 I believe which is a lot of tea. Small isn't too small but isn't a spot to come and study. Service was very good and efficient since it doesn't take them that long to make the drinks and also do multiple orders at the same time which is great. I like the mango drink as well. Lots of mango in it but do not put full sweetness. It doesn't need that much since the mango itself is sweet. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Left: mango Right: fruit tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

New favorite place to go!! - Quality: Top notch quality drinks, I visited in one of the busy days but not like other places, they still make it with love and care. The first sip got me OOOH yummy. I personally am not a boba lover but this place got me in loveee with their drinks - Service: I had an amazing experience with their boba service! The staff was super friendly and attentive, making sure I got exactly what I wanted. They even gave me some great recommendations. They're the sweetest and hard working people - Ambiance: It is cozy and beautifully neat inside. I just love everything about this place. 100000% recommend to TRY OUT read more

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Really glad I came in! I got their mango avocado smoothie and it didn't disappoint. Taste like they use fresh fruit and real ingredients. The workers are polite and made our 4 drinks very quickly. I like their decor inside as well! Super cute read more

Very good quality . Fresh fruits. Good competitor to chiccja. Impressive Very good quality . Fresh fruits. Good competitor to chiccja. Impressive read more

My friend put this tea spot on my radar and we decided to visit on a Saturday night to grab a drink. Looking through the menu, what intrigued me the most was definitely their jumbo sized fruit tea. Seems like ICI Tea specializes more in fruit teas than milk teas. ICI is located in the same plaza as Yu Cake and Jell & Chill. There's several parking spots on the upper floor as well as underground parking. Storefront is small with bench seating if you want to sit and chat while enjoying a drink. You can order at the kiosk or at the register (or on-line, which seemed to be the popular choice when we were there). I will say that the prices of the drinks here are a little on the high side. A regular runs about $6-7 while a large is $1.25 more. The medium cups are quite small - maybe 2-3 inches shorter than Sunright's cup. I wanted to try the jumbo fruit tea, but that was almost $10 with most of the cup being filled with large watermelon slices. I ended up ordering the Orange Iced Tea (regular was $6.25 plus $0.75 for their tea jelly) with less sugar and less ice. I thought the drink was super refreshing. Could taste both the fruit and the green tea aspects of the drink. I also really enjoyed their in-house tea jelly. I liked that it was cut into small cubes, making it easy to drink. For $7.00 though, I thought the quantity of drink was minimal compared to other boba places. Also ordered their boba milk tea ($5.25 I believe) with less sugar and less ice. The drink tasted fairly good, but there wasn't enough tea flavor. I felt like I was drinking very sweet, very tasty milk along with the boba pearls. Boba was cooked on-point with the right amount of sweetness. My friend tried the Quarter Pound Mango ($6.25) and felt like the drink was good, but also on the pricier side. After reviewing the menu, it does seem like their fruit teas run a bit high while their plain teas are not too highly priced. I do want to return and try a few more drinks. The workers/owners were really nice, quick to fulfill orders. tl;dr - try out the fruit teas! Overall, I did enjoy both the drinks that I ordered. read more

lol tried this place for the first time when chicha's line was nuts but honestly it was SO GOOD that we keep coming back for more :') Their fruit teas are really well done! There's actual chunks of fruit and the flavors work really well. Love that they use toast so you can gain rewards and order online. Cute spot! Interior is nice with a few seats. They're always playing Chinese bops read more

I tried the jumbo fruit tea with brown sugar boba to share with my partner, and I think I've found my new go-to boba drink! They use real fruits, not just the usual slices of orange and lemon. The boba pearls had a great texture too. The only tweak I'd make for next time is to ask for no sugar. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - jumbo fruit tea with brown sugar boba to share - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

fantastic fruity tea shop! i've been getting their seasonal peach oolong. prettiest colour and cute sticker! personally i would prefer a stronger tea flavour but the bits of fruit and sweetness level was perfect. strawberry mochi latte is a delicious non-caffeinated beverage that has the slurp-able mochi and tea jelly. my coworker has tried the sumo berry tea and she enjoyed it. can't wait to try more of their seasonal items! read more

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This place is has good drinks! I recommend the 1/4 lb mango and sumo berry drink!! The 1/4 lb mango is creamy and the sumo berry drink is very refreshing. It's a small place and can get busy. Parking lot is crazy so park ob the street if you can. They give you your order in a cute little reusable bag to keep your drinks cool! read more

My favorite boba spot! The fresh fruit is amazing and always perfectly ripe. My favorites are the mango coconut smoothie and the quarter pound mango. My friends and I are all hooked on this place! I always get the less sweet and it's perfect for me! The place is very new and clean and the worker are always nice as well. read more

[ Drink ] I ordered the Quarter Pound Mango and really enjoyed it, I liked how it was a milk tea and contained mango chunks and Jasmine Tea Jelly (the menus should really give a description of what is in each drink, that will make the ordering process so much easier!). read more

Þessi tebúð býður upp á ljúffenga boba-te drykki með ávöxtum. Sumir réttirnir eru frekar sætir, það er best að stilla sykurmagnið. Inni í búðinni er mjög lítil. Sjálfsafgreiðslukioskurinn er staðsettur undarlega með öðru fólki sem situr mjög nálægt. Verðin eru sanngjörn og starfsfólkið er fljótt með pantanirnar. Það er best að bíða eftir pöntuninni fyrir utan. Bílastæðið við þetta torg er frekar pirrandi! Bílarnir virða ekki gangandi vegfarendur eða aðra ökumenn. Ég mun aðeins heimsækja þessa búð aftur ef torgið er ekki fjölmennt. Annars eru margir aðrir möguleikar á boba-te í sömu götu! :^o read more

Very mouthwatering menu, everything looks super attempting. Upon entering the place there is self service kiosk to order and pay so it is very convenient. I chose the orange - Passion Fruit Drink with less sweet! Glad I chose that menu, as it was up to my expectation. There is orange pulp and passion fruit seed in it! Everyone is very friendly! Recommended to everyone who wants fruity drink when you are in the area! read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Orange Passion Fruit Ice Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I came by here last weekend out of curiosity. I liked that they had a lot of fruit tea and smoothie options, especially if you love mango and coconut drinks. I got the Mango Coconut Milk Smoothie which was great. The person who was working there was also very friendly. The store itself was very clean, but a little dim for my preference. The only downside was that their menu was recently downsized, so two of the things I was hoping to get were no longer there (They didn't have any Matcha or Thai Milk Tea drinks as of Nov. 25, 2023). read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Mango Coconut Milk Smoothie - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

This is my go to iced tea place in cali. I am a big fan of having tangerine pieces in my drinks read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Persimmon ici - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

The drinks here are so fresh and delicious. I have tried both the Quarter Pound Mango and the Mango Coconut Milk Smoothie and they were both really good. The mangos were so fresh and the drink wasn't overly sweet. I also like the jelly inside the drink because it adds just the right amount of variety to the drink without being overpowering. I am excited to come back here and try some of the other drinks. read more

Pretty excited to see a tea shop that features mostly fruit teas! I came on a weekday and it was empty so drinks came out pretty fast. The whole ordering process was very simple and straight forward since you do all the ordering on the self serve kiosk. I ordered 3 drinks: jasmine green tea, tropical fruit tea, and orange passion fruit iced tea. Jasmine green tea - no sugar: tasted just as expected. Very strong tea flavor. Tropical fruit tea - less ice and less sugar: very refreshing and has fresh fruits. It's a little more on the tart side though. Orange passion fruit iced tea - less ice and regular sugar: very refreshing, has real orange pulp, and strong passion fruit flavor due to the seeds. It was a little annoying to drink with all the passion fruit seeds though. Overall I really enjoyed the drinks and will definitely come back on a day where I'm craving for something fruity. Drinks are a bit on the pricier side but you can tell they use fresh fruits, which makes it worth it. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Left: jasmine green tea Middle: tropical fruit tea Right: orange passion fruit tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I was looking for boba shops that have water chestnut popping boba as one of the toppings. Surprisingly, ici Tea Drinks and other coffee or bubble tea shops like Cotti Coffee and To Go Cafe all have water chestnut popping boba as a topping. Ici Tea Drinks is a bubble tea shop located in a busy plaza on Valley Boulevard, across from UG Tea. This shop offers a wide variety of fruit tea drinks, smoothies, and milk teas. The menu features seasonal drinks and refreshing drinks made with high-quality, fresh ingredients. The interior, especially the artwork inside the shop, was very cute. The service was quick and the waitresses were very nice. I ordered the watermelon coconut milk drink with less ice and no added sugar. The sweetness of the drink was surprisingly on point, since the sweetness came from the natural sweetness of the watermelon. I also liked how there are water chestnut popping boba inside the drink, since water chestnut popping boba are one of my all-time favorite toppings. I would definitely want to come back to this shop to get their seasonal drinks and fruit teas. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Watermelon Coconut Milk-西瓜椰椰 - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Got the avacado mango smoothie. I thought this place was decent, but the interior seemed rushed maybe? There were a lot of small things that caught my eye where it was damaged a little or incomplete. The smoothie was more on the liquid-y side if that makes a difference. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Not my favorite boba spot in the 626. On my first visit, I ordered the guava lemon tea, and it was packed with fruit bits. Personally, I wasn't a fan--every sip felt more like chewing on large pieces of fruit than actually drinking tea. On my second visit, I tried a green tea with jasmine tea jelly, and it was just okay. The tea itself was a bit too bitter for my taste, so I'd rather stick to other spots for my go-to drinks. That said, if you're into fruit teas--especially ones with actual chunks of fruit--this place might be worth a try! read more

I don't know why this place doesn't have more reviews! It's the best fruit tea I have ever had. I love the muskat grape and kale. It tastes so fresh and real. read more

I really loved the drinks here, especially the muskat grape and kale, without sugar and with water chestnuts. It's so delicious. Mostly drinks here are made using fresh ingredients, not artificial flavors like at other tea places. Highly recommended anyone to try the drinks here. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I stopped by Ici today and saw they launched a new peach series, so I had to try the "多肉桃桃柠." I'm in love--this is the drink I want to sip on all summer long! The combination of peach and lemon is just perfect--fruity, refreshing, and slightly sweet. Plus, you get real peach chunks in every sip! And with that soft pink color, it's a total aesthetic win--pure fairy vibes! Definitely made for all the princesses out there! read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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I finally had time to stop by and get my favorite drink: quarter pound mango! The first time I ever got this drink I fell in love and the next times I would occasionally order two and keep one in the freezer for up to a week then have it thaw then drink... that is how good it is ‍ It is a nice balance of tea, mango, and milk flavor with a nice addition of homemade tea jelly which makes an excellent comfort drink. I always order togo but if you plan on ordering in-person, it is a small and cozy, well-lit space with staff who is always so kind. Please treat them well and treat yourself to their yummy & cozy drinks! read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Quarter Pound Mango drink~ - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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In an area thats saturated with boba drinks, you've got to be good to survive. This place didn't disappoint. Delicious tea flavor, correct consistency, and just the right amount of sweetness. We always get our drinks less sweet and less ice. We did so on these drinks and they were perfect. C1. Mango Passionfruit Iced Tea (5): Huge chunks of mango! Ice tea was very flavorful without being too sweet (we ordered it less sweet). really good if you like nice mango chunks. Regular Milk Tea with boba (5): Really good consistency and balance with good tea flavor. Boba was cooked properly. Chewy and not mushy or hard. Good BMT. Considering there's the michelin rated boba joint in the same complex that always has a line out the door, this place is an excellent alternative. I'd almost prefer it actually. Get your drink on! read more

ICI has free parking in the plaza, a nice open cute space with seating (not too crowded even if the space is small), and friendly staff. You can order at the register or via a large ipad stand. With my limited Chinese it was a it difficult to order (the iPad is in Chinese) but I ended up matching the options to the English/Chinese menu on the screen behind the register. Drinks are a bit pricey but they use real fruit! read more

This spot is so cute but besides the aesthetic the drinks are amazing. My friend ordered their fruit teas and they do not skimp on adding fruit bits in the drinks. When I try different boba spots I stick to the simple boba milk tea cause I like to play it safe. If their boba milk teas are good then I experiment and order something different. Let me tell you I love their BMT. Boba is so chewy. The tea flavor definitely shines. I'm all about more tea than milk in a BMT. It's a hit here, will definitely come back and add this spot to my boba rotation. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Strawberry ice tea add mango - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Drinks made with fresh fruit, especially seasonal menu. Compared with other places also makes Persimmon drink, this place is the best one I've ever tried. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Menu as of jan 2025 - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

This tea shop is one my family's favorite places! They always have such fresh fruit teas and cool seasonal offerings. The staff are nice and the owner is super kind! The place has really cute decor and overall it's really nice to enjoy your tea here! read more

We came across this spot while trying to find a place to study, and I'm really glad we found this place!! The drinks here are super fresh bc they use fresh fruit,, super yummy. I've never been to a place that sells persimmon drinks, so I was definitely super impressed by their persimmon orange iced tea! The watermelon coconut milk tea was also reaaaally good. Also, the bobarista was kind enough to remind us not to drink any milk for an hour or so after drinking the persimmon drink-- something I forgot about haha. Definitely recommend coming here!! read more

ICI Tea Drinks - persimmon fruit tea & watermelon coconut milk - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

The mango and avocado drinks are superb, with generous servings of fresh fruit and jelly. The shop took over the location that had been The Alley and has two self order kiosks and helpful staff if modifications are needed. Drinks are made quickly and ICI is a great alternative to the very prominent milk tea location in the same plaza, with a significantly shorter wait if you're feeling like having a fruit tea or smoothie rather than milk tea and mousse or taro. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Quarter pound mango smoothie (left) and mango avocado milk smoothie (right), both delicious! - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Overall rating: 4/5 Wait: 4/5 Arrival time: Saturday 1:30pm Food: 4/5 Order: quarter pound mango, jasmine milk tea Service: n/a Price: 4/5 Worth it, would come back Ici Tea Drinks offers a delightful boba experience, with drinks of pretty decent quality. While the tea flavor may be subtle, the quarter pound mango and jasmine milk tea provide a refreshing and satisfying indulgence. The mango's sweetness complements the fragrant jasmine, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Though the tea flavor might not be the strongest, the overall quality and taste make Ici Tea Drinks a worthwhile stop for boba enthusiasts. read more

The milk tea here was pretty good, I think it's actually better than sancha. I know, blasphemy. I mean It's a dollar cheaper, taste better, and it's larger. How can you go wrong? read more

Super good drinks! I'm so glad I found this place. I'm from the Bay Area- this is one of the place where it surprised me. I ordered a mango sago and water melon tea. It taste so refreshing and I love ghe combination! I will go back more often!!! Highly recommend The service is good as well read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

The fruit teas here are so fresh and not filled with too much syrup. Cute spot, plenty of parking and the owners are this super sweet couple. Definitely a favorite spot of mine in a sea of boba spots in the 626. Wanted to share a pic of their passion fruit mango but I drank it too fast, soooo good lol. read more

ICI Tea Drinks - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Stopped by since I was curious and I don't regret it! Cute shop with screen you can order and pay by yourself. The fresh fruit , it was absolutely 100% fresh, real fruit!!!! I tried the season drink and supper refreshing. They have homemade jelly, it was good too. Wish i live close by to get it everyday . Service was good and nice too. ICI Tea Drinks in San Gabriel holds a special place in my heart. Despite its unassuming appearance, this hidden gem boasts a treasure trove of delightful fruity drinks that tantalize the taste buds and uplift the spirits. As soon as I step into ICI Tea Drinks, I'm greeted by a burst of fruity aromas that instantly brighten my day. The ambiance may be simple, but it exudes a cozy charm that makes me feel right at home. It's the perfect spot to unwind and indulge in the simple pleasures of life. The star of the show at ICI Tea Drinks is undoubtedly their fruity drinks. Each sip is a symphony of flavors, blending the sweetness of ripe fruits with the refreshing tang of natural juices. Whether it's their signature smoothies or their exotic fruit blends, every sip is a journey to paradise for the taste buds. What sets ICI Tea Drinks apart is the genuine passion and dedication that goes into crafting each drink. The staff takes pride in their creations, ensuring that every drink is made with the freshest ingredients and served with a smile. It's this attention to detail that keeps me coming back for more. ICI Tea Drinks may not be the flashiest spot in town, but it's certainly one of the most special. It's a place where I can escape the chaos of the world and savor the simple joys of life, one fruity sip at a time. read more

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