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    Milk Tea People

    4.7 (454 reviews)
    ModerateTea Rooms, Desserts
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Emi B.

    This is easily the best matcha place in Denver. I first visited several years ago, and the quality still tastes exactly as great as I remember. It is definitely on the pricier side, but you are paying for the beautiful aesthetic just as much as the beverage itself. I highly recommend ordering anything with matcha here, since the employees painstakingly hand whisk every single drink right in front of you. The only downside for me was the cream cheese series, which tasted a bit too overwhelmingly cheesy. The cheese foam and the drink separate quite a bit, and it is hard to mix them together just by swirling the cup around. I am not sure if you have to explicitly ask for a straw, but I will probably request one next time to make drinking it a bit easier.

    Melanie T.

    The first time I came to Milk Tea People, I thought it was good but it was definitely not worth the drive and it was a pricier matcha than I have seen. But fast forward to 2026 and the era of tariffs and inflations, a $10 drink is the norm. And I'm glad I decided to give MTP another try. First time was good but didn't stand out. This time around, I left impressed. We were in Downtown to see Hell's Kitchen and I decided to bring my partner here since he's never been. This time, I ordered the ube jasmine sweet cream drink because it didn't look too powdery and artificial (the light purple color spoke to me). We also ordered the black sesame drink and both drinks were quite delicious and definitely worth the drive for the drinks (or at least the 14 min walk from the entertainment venues to here for a pick me up before the shows). They're not too sweet and I'm glad that they don't overload the drink with ice because I've been to some places where you get 90% ice. It's a modern milk tea shoppe but it's currently located in a plaza with plenty of outdoor seating and it's enclosed so you don't see the loudness of the city. I know they're relocating soon but I'll be back for sure.

    Sabrina H.

    I came to Milk Tea People after it was recommended to me from a friend in New York. Maybe my expectations were just too high but it does not live up to its hype in my opinion. I got the matcha wafchi, which came with lavender gelato, blueberries, and condensed milk. It didn't really taste too special and I would have preferred a different ice cream flavor but the waiter said they could only do lavender or vanilla. For my drink, I got the green Thai tea almond sweet cream. It was a bit too sweet for my liking. There are no tables inside -- only 4 stools. It made me unsure if these stools are meant for people to sit on while they are waiting for their food/drink or if people could actually stay and eat while sitting here. There are some tables outside but it seemed like it was for the public and not exclusively for milk tea people, and it was really hot outside.

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    Emily L.

    Great matcha and very cool interior. I just got a plain matcha latte with whole milk and no sweetener. It was definitely high quality and strong. $9.96 was very steep but it's ok for once in a while. They weren't busy at all when I came around 1:30p on a Sunday. I'm sure their flavored drinks are probably really good I would totally come back

    Nina C.

    I was craving some Boba tea and saw this on the map and had to stop by because of all the good reviews. Turns out they don't actually have any Boba, but they're milk. Tea options are unique and cover a range of amazing flavor combos. I went for the black sesame, it was absolutely incredible. They have an open " kitchen" if you will, grinding the Matcha by hand constantly, right in front of you. The entire vibe is very zen, it's a very small place but the entire front has very tall windows, giving it a larger field, and very natural, minimalist energy. Prices are pretty average a little under $10 for a drink

    The strawberry matcha here is positively delicious. I could totally drink a million of them before heading home. The barista was super polite and seriously fast, we were in and out within 5-10 minutes. Also a super chic building with a cool and laid-back atmosphere.

    Ube jasmine tea sweet cream
    Lianna B.

    Such a unique drink spot. The service is fast, the ambience is simple yet trendy. The drinks taste natural with the perfect amount of sweetness. There's a few spots to sit inside but not tables but there is ample seating in the shared space outside. Highly recommend giving this place a try!

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    Akshita P.

    A great tea spot! Inside is super serene with a few stools and open layout to be able to watch the drinks be crafted.

    hot cinnamon horchata matcha
    Sangeetha S.

    FIRE matcha spot in Downtown Denver. ambiance is so minimalistic and clean. drink menu had lots of latte options, fruit tea options and a few desserts. not too much to be overwhelming but enough to want to go back and try something new. the cinnamon horchata matcha was INCREDIBLE, one of the best matchas I've ever had!

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    Amanda L.

    Not quite as impressed as last time, but maybe I ordered wrong. We got the golden yunnan cheese cream which had a nice salty cream layer but I was recommended to not stir it which was hard because you only tasted the cream. The tea itself tasted very fresh and had a lot of depth. Very similar to a boba milk tea flavor. I also tried the orange blossom matcha (not my favorite, the artificial orange flavor covered the matcha completely) and the orange creamsicle which just tasted like ice cream so how can it be bad.

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    Vian N.

    i think their syrups are exactly accurate, but the fundamental tea base is lacking. none of the matcha drinks tasted like matcha imo the orange creamsicle is yummy, tasted like a push pop the pistachio matcha had a strong pistachio flavor and same with orange blossom which started out tasting like cereal milk, but changed into a more artificial orange taste

    Lisa N.

    Another five stars for Milk Tea People! My husband just started working downtown, and on our walk to the light rail, he somehow has not been here yet. WHAT?!?!? If I worked this close, half my paycheck would be going to Milk Tea People. I got the Uber Cream and it was DELISH!!!!! I only wish I'd gotten a waffle. Next time! Cause I will def be back soon

    Coconut Ube wafchi and Ube Jasmine Sweet Cream
    Sherry Z.

    Amazing drinks but pricey. Service is also great, they hand you your items once they're done making it. You can really taste the Jasmine in the ube drink. Hojicha is also really good. More of a grab and go place. Not much room to hang out inside

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    0.7 miCurtis Park, Northwest
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    My friend made reservations for High Tea at TeaLee's tea house. This is not your typical, run of…read morethe mill, high tea. The atmosphere was amazingly calm and welcoming. The owner herself, Miss Risa was taking care of creating this unique culinary experience. The first service we chose a peach oolong. This was served with a green salad and broccoli quiche. Wonderful! I cannot tell you what the salad was dressed with, but the flavors!!!! The quiche was absolutely perfect from crust to cheesy top. Second service was Yellow submarine. This refreshing chamomile was infused with dried pineapple and mango. The first cup was good, but the second was delightful. The fruit had time to meld with the chamomile and created an epic infusion. The third service was a Moroccan mint. This was just as wonderful as you would expect. We were served an open face curry egg salad and a homemade fermented cucumber on a seasoned cream cheese. The flavors were wonderful. The sweet serving was a blueberry scone with Lemmon curd, apple cake and macrons. Service was top notch, the owner came over to chat with us. We even had a chance to spend time with one of the guides from the local Black History Museum. This was a delightful end to our amazing day! Thank you for the hospitality

    What a cute tea house!…read more We accidentally stumbled across this place as we were heading north of downtown, looking for a place to satisfy our thirst from being in the summer sun, our throats parched from walking 16th mall and strolling in museums. As we came in we were greeted right away and sat at the table by the window where there sat many cool antique teapots. We were instantly wrapped by the coziness and ordered a pot of the Ginger Peach Rooibos. As we waited for the freshly craft to brew, we bopped and grooved to the beats of soulful R&B vibing the space. So chill, so peaceful, so relaxing. When we got our pot of tea, we got a little stand with a candle that kept the pot warm allowing us to take our time sipping on tea. We opt for honey with our tea which went really well with the ginger peach tea. It was so good, we ordered a cold version to go. Lovely place with lovely tea!

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    Stopped in here after dining at Buckhorn exchange down the road. It's a great spot with awesome…read moremusic and great ambiance. The staff were attentive and they had a nice selection of drinks including sake and cocktails.

    This place is not for everyone and that is honestly part of the appeal…read more I came alone and was seated right away, most likely because it is a small space. The hostess or employee sat me down, and I took a seat at the bar. I was immediately given water and a menu, which felt easy and welcoming. This is not a "background music while you catch up" kind of bar. The music is the experience, inspired by Japanese listening bars. The sound is intentional, the vinyl selections feel curated, and the space encourages you to slow down and be present. Located in the Arts District of the Santa Fe neighborhood, ESP HiFi is walk in only, so arriving early is a good idea since it fills up quickly. The menu includes seasonal cocktails, highballs, natural wine, warm drinks, non alcoholic options, and small bites, with tastings focused on Japanese whiskey and mezcal. I had a walnut mezcal based cocktail, and ordered olives and Marcona almonds as a snack, all of which fit the vibe perfectly. They also offer a daily happy hour or "social hour" from 4 to 5pm. It was also fun watching the mixologist seamlessly switch between making drinks and DJing, which added to the experience. Yes, it is dark inside, but that is part of the atmosphere. The staff is not overly talkative, but the music is the whole point here, and that focus feels intentional. It is a popular spot and definitely gives hipster energy, but in a self aware, well executed way. If you are expecting a loud, social cocktail lounge, this is not it. If you appreciate good sound and a focused atmosphere, you will enjoy it. Not trying to please everyone. Just doing its thing and doing it well.

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