Been wanting to try this spot for awhile and i'm so glad I did! I got the banana matcha and it's…read moreeasily one of the best i've had. The banana cream is sweet and creamy and mixes so well with the matcha which is less sweet. I got my drink with extra sweetness, and it was perfect. There's real banana pieces at the bottom of the drink too which I LOVE! I'd get it in a larger size if I could. Definitely coming back for the banana matcha and to try something new! Inside is small, but there's seating inside and outside! Staff were kind, helpful, and answered all my questions.

Stopped by to try their matcha because the menu looked intriguing. The interior was adorable, the…read moreservice was friendly, and our drinks came out within about five minutes. The strawberry matcha einspänner was beautifully presented, with strawberry jam at the bottom and a thick layer of strawberry foam on top. Unfortunately, the flavor and texture did not quite live up to the presentation. Even after mixing it thoroughly, the matcha tasted thin and was overpowered by an overly sweet, artificial strawberry flavor. It may be a fun choice for someone looking for a cute, sweet drink to photograph, but serious matcha lovers may find it underwhelming. The honey matcha was an even bigger miss for us. That said, they offer several unique drinks, including pennywort-based options, that I have not seen elsewhere and may be worth trying instead. Overall, the space and presentation were lovely, but the matcha itself fell short of expectations.

Their creamy milk tea and Japanese pudding are a must-try! There is no place that replicates the…read moreflavor. I love their tofu pudding desserts and notice they recently expanded their menu, which includes pandan waffles and sugarcane juice. The drinks are on the sweeter side, so I suggest 50% sweetness level. Boba was nothing special, but the Japanese pudding and tofu pudding were better toppings. With most visits, their service can be a little slow, but the staff were friendly. This location is more of a kiosk with no seating, so if you want to hang out, the Silver Creek location is the place to go. Otherwise, I just come here for their creamy milk tea with Japanese pudding. It'll always be #1!!!

Soyful Desserts is a hole-in-the wall shop offering a variety of silken soy pudding drinks with…read moreassorted toppings in the heart of San Jose's Little Saigon neighborhood. If you're looking for a Vietnamese refresher that contains all the toppings your heart could wish for, go lift your spirits at Soyful Desserts! I had to drive up and down the side of the mall to locate Soyful Desserts (the sign was small!), and parking was tight. When I got to the window, it was like being at a walk-up café. A couple of tables and chairs were set out for folks to sit and enjoy their drinks, and a gentle breeze blew down the walk. I ordered the #8 Combination soy pudding drink and waited while the lady made the drink for me. She handed the drink to me with a smile, and I told her that it was beautifully made. Indeed, the drink was beautiful to look at. Spoonfuls and spoonfuls of soy tofu mixed with sweet syrup and Japanese pudding. Layered on top was the green pandan jelly, gelled basil seed, grass jelly, and red bean, all topped with shaved ice. I took my first sip. The soft silken tofu was the main event, very cool and balanced by the creamy pudding and sweet syrup. I lifted my straw higher to pull in more toppings, and the sweet floral pandan landed on my tongue. The grass jelly followed after, tender and al dente. Gelled basil seeds slid past, and I enjoyed their soft crunch between my teeth. The red bean was soft and starchy, with a hint of sweetness that rounded out the cast of toppings. Not too sweet, with a variety of flavors and textures to delight the tongue, my combination drink from Soyful Desserts was a cup of wonder. I found that Soyful Desserts creates joyful desserts, and mine definitely warmed my heart. When I'm craving soy tofu drinks again, I'll be back for more.

Cute, service was fast and helpful. Food and drinks were yummy! They gave a lot on their menu, so…read morewe tried a few different things. The attendant there was very helpful in answering my questions.

A Sack of Potatoes, I think you might want to consider changing your name because you guys are more…read morethan that It was my first time here, and overall it was a good experience! I ordered the F10 iced matcha latte with less sugar (30%), and it was very refreshing and tasted great. The C2 California fresh fruit tea was also delicious, you can tell they use real fruit, which made it extra refreshing. I also tried the popcorn chicken, which was tasty and delicious. I gave the steak guacamole a try, and I thought it was just okay. Pros: - Great place to study or get work done, with plenty of seating and outlets. The space is open and roomy -Reasonably priced - Fast service ( speaks for itself) Cons: - The music inside is a bit loud, so I'd recommend bringing headphones or earplugs - Half the tables were dirty when I arrived - Parking in the plaza can be tricky, but if you hang around, someone usually leaves

Taste: 10/10 Service: 10/10…read moreAmbiance: 7/10 Price: 8/10 If I'm here on the east side of San Jose, Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu is my go-to for sugarcane juice. Enter through the front entrance of the Grand Century Mall, turn left and make your way down the hall to the food court. Among the colorful array of food shops, is a bright green shop that is Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu where a silvery machine to the left is seen squeezing out sugarcane juice! I shouldn't say that I hate carrots -- that's unbecoming of me -- but I strongly dislike carrots. This is one of the only ways I would enjoy carrots: nuoc mia ca-rot! I rarely order anything else from here but I would encourage you to explore their menu and come back for more! Nuoc mia ca-rot has a wonderful blend of mild earthiness of the carrot and the grassy undertones of sweetness from the sugarcane. It takes the edge off of what would otherwise be a very sweet drink! I would much prefer nuoc mia over boba milk tea (particularly on hot, summer days!). Sugarcane juice is a bit pricey here, but I chalk it up to this is a specialty shop just for nuoc mia which lends a certain nostalgia for Vietnam. There are versions of the drink here that you can't get anywhere else. If you want to experience a taste of Vietnamese culture, Nuoc Mia Ninh Kieu is a great place to start! Try them out!

This is honestly one of my fave spots for nước mía (sugarcane juice) in San Jose. It's located…read moreinside the food court at Grand Century Mall. Ninh Kieu is pretty well-known for their fresh pressed sugarcane juice (made when you order!!) and also got a bunch of specialty healthy juice combos. I went on a Saturday around lunch time and it wasn't too busy, waited like 5 mins for two drinks. My all-time go-to is the OG sugarcane juice with kumquat... soooo refreshing, sweet with that little citrus kick, just hits every time. I also brought my bestie with me and it was her first time trying sugarcane juice ever, and she loves strawberry so I got her that flavor... tell me why she got OBSESSED. She literally finished the whole thing in 30 mins and was still talking about it 2 days later saying she was craving it again lol. Price is pretty average compared to other spots, nothing crazy, but the quality is always consistent and fresh which I appreciate.

I'm a huge fan of Uju's which is a super cute small mom and pop boba shop. I've always been a fan…read moreof toppings and this place is a dream come true. They have a variety of toppings that you can choose from or you can do their full toppings which includes a little bit of everything. I've tried multiple drinks before but my favorite has to be the green Thai tea. It's super creamy and strong as well. They also have a variety of snacks that look super delicious but I haven't tried just yet. The customer service here is also so amazing. They're super patient with everyone that comes in and quick to support if you need any help or adjustments.

Cute and casual spot with a wide variety of drinks and toppings. It seems to be a mix of Vietnamese…read moreand Korean inspired flavors/offerings. Mostly fruit teas and jellies. There's also a few snack/dessert items including shaved ice, rolls, and Korean hot dog (limited availability). I got an Ube Halo Halo shaved ice which was refreshing for the hot day but was lacking in flavor. The jellies are good, but I wish there was more of it. I tried some of my partner's milk tea drink as well. The items are really colorful and eye-catching, but the flavors are really light and could definitely use some improvement. Overall, Uju's is okay, and would be lower on the list amongst all the different boba/snack shops in the area.

I really like this spot! The menu isn't massive, but what they have they do well--I am personally a…read morefan of how focused their menu is. I will say that the drinks are on the pricier side; everything her ranges from 6 to 8 dollars, even for the smaller-sizd drinks. This spot is a bit small, but it is well-lit and comfortable to sit in. It's clean and stylish inside, and orders are primarily taken through a standing tablet. It's relatively easy to find parking, even though the lot is somewhat busy, especially right after work. The drinks come out pretty quickly and taste really good, though even their "less sweet" options tend to err on the side of being too sweet. I am usually a bit suspect of matcha or hojicha served by places that mostly serve other boba drinks, but I have tried both the matcha and hojicha here, and I liked both. They don't serve food or snacks, which I don't mind! I would absolutely recommend this spot to others; it's a nice experience and their drinks (at least the ones I've tried) are solid.

Thai tea was delicious! My boba balls were warm though…read more There was plenty of parking as this shop is in the same area as Dai Thanh, a large Asian supermarket. I look forward to coming back and trying the other drinks.

Came back to try other drinks. This time we tried Coconut Mango Blue, Crisp Grape Boom. They are…read moreboth really good, refreshing and delicious. The coconut mango blue is also very pretty in color. Bear in mind that they're always busy and be prepared to wait at least 15+ mins for your drink.

The fragrance of the teas as you walk into this shop are wonderful, and I can see why it's a…read morepopular boba shop. I stopped by with my husband and got the king jasmine guava milk tea with brown sugar boba, while he opted for the coconut mango slushie. We both enjoyed our drinks, although I think I would like to try something sans milk next time as the tea itself seems to be of good quality. The boba was softer than I typically like it, but had good brown sugar flavor. The interior is almost aggressively trendy, white, and fairly minimalist, but is very clean and the staff seems to have a pretty organized system going for the orders. As mentioned, the fragrance of the brewing teas in the shop is wonderful, but it is a noisy environment so we ended up moving to the outdoor seating to enjoy our drinks. Orders are made through the kiosks, so the only interaction with humans is pickup at the counter. Overall, the tea seems good here, so I am looking forward to the next opportunity to stop by and try something from their menu.

I got the green grape matcha it was good you can taste the sourness of the grape in the cream. I do…read morewish they added green grape purée in it as well or at least gave you the option to add it. I did see they have a double green grape tea next time I'll try it. The service was good and friendly told me to let them know if I have any questions.

Parking: Garage around the corner with plenty of spots…read more This is my favorite spot to go to study. They have self-serve wifi, a bathroom, and seating (although it is limited: 4 tables inside indoors, 1 table outdoors). The drinks are super high quality and the tea is strong. Their signature is the poison oak boba which is my absolute favorite topping. I recommend their matcha einspanner or jasmine tea latte! It's the perfect fix if you need caffeine. The baristas are really friendly and the drinks come out really fast as well. Definitely check it out!