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    3.9 (435 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    PEKOE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Angela (left) & Manly Melons (right)
    Megan J.

    My favorite drinks from Pekoe are always Manly Melons and Pretty In Pink. My decision on which to get depends on if I'm going for just a tea, or something with milk that day. I personally don't like going for the split cup because I feel like it's not worth it. Make sure to point out if you want to adjust ice or sweetness, because.. the service is meh. The staff doesn't seem to ask and default to 100% sweet, extra ice. Service is quick but the staff definitely do not seem like they like their jobs. There's a decent amount of seating inside but small, with loud music playing so I wouldn't say much of a place to hang out. Lots of parking outside, but also surrounded by other small businesses.

    My banana matcha tasted so weird with too much syrups and too sweet, not recommend for matcha drink

    Split cup
    Joyce T.

    Split cup for $7.75, which is a good idea for those who can't decide. We had the split cup yellow mango and pretty in pink. Both are just mediocre. We also ordered taro taro, it's just okay. Over all the drinks are mediocre, they're popular maybe because they open till late night on Saturday.

    Nadine Y.

    Whenever I'm in the area I always come to Pekoe to grab my dose of boba. I love their flavors and the various unique names they have for each drink. I usually get the kawaii and add on some extra toppings. Service here is usually quick which is why I love coming here. The quality of their toppings are usually fresh and I can easily change my sweetness here. Lots of seating inside so if you have a big group there's a chance you can sit down. The ambience is very chill which is nice and I like that it's usually pretty clean inside. Recommend coming to Pekoe and trying out their boba if you can!

    Cindy T.

    Pekoe definitely has been in my rotations whenever I'm craving boba. I haven't had it in almost a year but when I did get, the consistency is the same! I got the white winter and it has the perfect amount of sweetness. I got my dad the Thai tea whities (funny name), and my boyfriend got the taro which we both didn't like 1/5.. it really didn't taste like taro.. other then that drink which we won't get again the other ones are great. Parking is a bit small / tight if you go and it's super busy in the day.

    Yellow Mango & Foxy Brown Split Cup
    Krisstina C.

    When I'm in the area, I like to pass by this place because they offer split cups! It's perfect to try new drinks or to share with someone else. Their drinks are consistent and their boba is a soft texture. It can get busy at night but their staff is fast with taking orders and making drinks. I would recommend trying if you're in the area!

    Uday M.

    Really appreciate how they allow for split cup drinks, so you're more willing to try something out of your comfort zone. Of the two drinks (four total flavors), three of them were very good, with the pandan being the highlight. They were busy so the drinks did take a while to come out. However, they were able to accommodate a small modification even after we submitted our order.

    Pretty in Pink, Manly Melons
    Saanvi S.

    Walked in and it was empty, including no one standing at the front (only showed up after hearing us walk in), which was a little weird. Service was very quick and I really appreciated that. Loved how toppings were included in the price, especially the little heart jellies! I should've asked for less ice, once reaching the halfway mark it became apparent that there was too much and I started getting ice chunks up my straw too. The bathroom was very clean but extremely cold for some reason.

    Kawaii
    Lloyd C.

    Stopped in to get my milk tea fix. Matcha Man: Matcha Latte w/Strawberry Cream. Nice smooth matcha, but you can taste the strawberry flavor clearly. A nice drink. (pictured) Mario & Luiy-chee: Organic lychee w/lychee bits. Flavorful and sweet, like eating the real fruit. Manly Melons: Mango, lychee, strawberry, watermelon, w/white pearls and aloe vera. Refreshing and flavorful with all those different fruits in this drink. It's one of my favorites.

    Pekoe Special and Pretty in Pink
    Generous Y.

    New to the San Jose boba scene specifically but no stranger to San Francisco. Props for opening later than other spots but the atmosphere is strange with club vibes while being very small and limited inside. Also way too sweet, which is my biggest complaint. Definitely gives me high school hangout vibes so I would have enjoyed it much more years back. Pekoe Special - way too sweet at 50% sugar and there's no 25%/30% option. Not sure if they even bother adjusting sugar but I wouldn't want to even try 100%. Tea was okay but hard to distinguish from all the sugar. Boba has a fair chew but no flavor. Grass jelly was great but stand Pretty In Pink - similar to above, way too sweet. While there's a floral taste from the jasmine, the sweetness takes full control. Would rather drink a milkshake if I wanted this level of sugar.

    Micah G.

    Love it here! Boba 10/10 would be back!!!!! Got 4 different drinks for my fam and all were good. Only came here once but my cousin comes often that's why she recommended. 10/10 would come back

    Ann T.

    One of the fewer boba places that are opened later at night in the area. There's the option to order for pick up or just order there. I guess with the later hours, the boba places had a lot of people there hanging out, but service was efficient enough and there was only 1 other person ahead of us. The decor makes it look like a fancy late night club or bar with the mirrors and modern look to it. I ended up getting the Melrose, which is a cold brewed Pekoe rose tea with fresh watermelon juice. I was informed that they were out of watermelon chunks which was fine with me. I got this at 50% sweetness. The tea started off alright with a strong floral taste and slight sweet after taste of watermelon. However after a couple more sips it started tasting artificial and almost medicinal. Might have just been a poor order choice on my part...

    Foxy Brown
    Monica O.

    Beyond sweet and doesn't live up to its usual flavor. My first time coming to this location. I prefer the one on white rd and Aborn.

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    Always have bad luck with this location first time they didn't have taro now this time they did not even add taro chunks smh

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    I'm always able to get my tea in a fast manner. It's always just what I've asked for!

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    Open late: very close to my apartment complex. Very clean inside. Even the bathroom is clean. Staff is very friendly

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    Ask the Community - Pekoe

    Do you still sell the light bulb cups with the light at the bottom?

    Does this place accept Apple pay?

    Yes. They accept Apple Pay.

    Are they open currently?

    Yes they are

    Is there any way I can place a pick up order? I'm stuck at work most of the time ☹️

    Just wondering do they still do split drinks? because I have gone twice in the past and in both occasions the workers tell me either they "Ran out" or "are getting more split cups soon".?

    Yes they do! I went yesterday and saw a group coming out with them, maybe they only have limited daily? Or try another pekoe :)

    Is there an app that I can download to see my points/reward status?

    Im not sure, you can ask but what I do know is that when u scan you should receive a text message and can go from there

    What reward system do they use?

    Last I've seen they use Square for their rewards system

    Hi are they currently open? I came by 3 different times (all before midnight), but they were not open and there was no sign about updated times during the Shelter-in-place. Online, it always says they're open until midnight. TY!

    I've been to both locations during the pandemic, I even went today, they are both open. You can always call to confirm hours or even place orders ahead of time.

    What time they close?

    Midnight!

    Anyone know the hours?

    10am-Midnight Everyday!

    Is this location open yet? or just soft opening?

    It's open they starts last Friday..! I asked the cashier earlier..!Try it on girl it was a good experience and look for Timothy his really nice very accommodating crew😁

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    HEYTEA

    4.3
    (433 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    This has grown to be one of my favorite places to get drinks!…read more My favorites are the grape boom - The grapes are always so refreshing and the drink isn't too sweet so it's more enjoyable. I also feel very light drinking it and don't feel unhealthy after. The coconut mango boom is super delicious as well! I love all the toppings inside especially the sago. Their jasmine guava king is one my favorites as well, i feel like they rarely miss. I loveee guava and jasmine so it's a perfect combo!! I tried the green grape guava slushie recently for their summer seasonal drink and it's sooo refreshing especially in the hot weather. It cools you down and I literally finished it so fast. And i never finish my drinks fast.

    I've been here once when they first opened and tried the Coconut Mango Boom. It was good, but not…read morememorable enough for me to come back often, especially with so many great boba spots in the Bay Area. This time, Instagram reels gave me major FOMO over their new Pistachio Cloud Jasmine Coconut, so I had to give HeyTea another try. The store is clean, modern, and has a nice minimalist vibe. It wasn't nearly as busy as my first visit, so my drink was ready in about 10 minutes, although the baristas were working nonstop with online orders. Staff were friendly and helpful too. As for the drink, I actually enjoyed the Jasmine Coconut base more than the Pistachio Cloud cream, which is funny because that's what brought me to revisit HeyTea. It was good and worth trying, but not something I'd specifically comeback for. Overall, I had a pleasant experience. I think HeyTea is worth trying at least once, especially if a new seasonal drink catches your eye. As for me... I'll probably only come back when Instagram gives me another FOMO.

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    4.3
    (534 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    tldr: solid menu. green tea amazing. quick service! doesn't need sugar to make it better!…read more has a pretty solid menu! there isn't a lot of seating. but there's some outside! it was about 5pm and they were sold out of boba sadly. but i got the calamansi green tea. perfectly sweet and tart at 75%. im not too much of a green tea enjoyer. but it was great green tea! i would love to come again!

    Update! My recent trips here have me feeling compelled to say some nice things about Haiku. Maybe…read moreit's because I've tried a lot of mid matchas lately lol. What I have been enjoying lately from Haiku: - iced Matcha Guava latte (50% classic sweet, regular ice) + oat milk - Iced Matcha strawberry latte (50% classic sweet, regular ice) + oat milk wow the matcha here is great quality and the blend of everything is solid. I normally get 50% sweet, less ice at boba shops, their 50% classic sweet is perfect in their drinks. Their ice amount is not overwhelming either. Love that they do not charge extra for oat milk! The guava matcha is my go to, but you really can't go wrong with their matcha strawberry either. Both are not super sweet at 50% and the guava with the guava or strawberry are composed well. Drinks are both not overly powerful in the flavor you choose, while the matcha is not overly bitter as well. Updating my review to a 5 :-D ---How I Rate on Yelp:--- (5 stars): Exceptional!! -- food, service, and atmosphere all outstanding. Worth going out of your way. (4 stars): Great! -- very good experience overall, minor flaws but nothing major. (3 stars): Good -- decent, acceptable, but there's room for clear improvement. (2 stars): Poor -- disappointing experience, multiple issues (food, service, or setting). (1 star): Terrible -- very bad experience, would not return or recommend.

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    Boba Bliss

    4.6
    (145 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    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.

    I usually order ahead through the Squarespace app whenever I come here, which makes the experience…read moreincredibly convenient. My go-to order is the Strawberry Matcha with whole milk, less ice, less sweetness, and honey boba. The matcha has a rich, flavorful taste that pairs perfectly with the strawberry puree. The strawberry flavor is fresh and not overly sweet, creating a well-balanced drink that doesn't overpower the matcha. The honey boba adds just the right amount of sweetness and texture, making it my favorite combination. One of the best things about this shop is how fast the service is. Even when ordering in person, I'm usually able to get my drink and be on my way within minutes. The efficiency makes it an easy stop when I'm craving a quick drink. The interior is also a highlight. There's plenty of seating available for anyone looking to study, work, or simply catch up with friends. The space feels welcoming and cozy, with a cute aesthetic that makes it enjoyable to spend time in. Overall, this is a great boba shop with quality drinks, fast service, and a comfortable atmosphere. If you're a matcha lover, I would definitely recommend trying the Strawberry Matcha.

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    Tropical Passionfruit, Taro Ube, Oolong Milk Tea w grass jelly
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    TP Tea

    TP Tea

    4.0
    (103 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    TP Tea Berryessa is a dangerous kind of convenient: the type of place that sits right around the…read morecorner from my childhood home and suddenly turns a quick errand into "we might as well grab drinks and waffles." But convenience only gets you in the door. The quality is what makes you come back. The Lychee Berry Smoothie is my personal favorite: bright, refreshing, clean, and balanced without being overly sweet. My kids loved the egg waffles, especially because they come out warm, crisp, and fun to share. My son went straight for the Brown Sugar Boba Milk, and that one has that rich, smooth, classic brown sugar flavor that tastes like comfort in a cup. What impressed me most is the value. Everything feels polished, fresh, and well put together without feeling overpriced for what you get. Great drinks, great waffles, great location, and the kind of consistency that makes this an easy family go-to. Beautiful quality, strong value, and dangerously convenient in the best possible way. Easy 5 stars.

    I've been here twice now, and unfortunately this visit was a disappointing experience. I decided to…read moretry something new--the Lychee Berry Smoothie--but it didn't turn out well. While I generally like strawberries, the strawberry sauce in this drink tasted off. Not sure if it taste bad because it's near the end of the day. I noticed a sign stating that if you're not satisfied with your drink, it can be remade. So I politely asked if they could remake mine without the strawberry since that was the only issue. At first, the employee told me they couldn't remake it without strawberry, which was confusing given the posted policy. I explained again that the strawberry tasted bad and pointed out the sign. Only then did she agree to remake it. Everything else about the drink was fine, and I wouldn't have asked for a remake if the strawberry sauce hadn't tasted spoiled. The interaction just felt unnecessarily difficult and left a bad impression. It was upsetting to end my day with this kind of experience. Honestly, this place isn't my favorite to begin with--I only came because my boyfriend likes it--but after this, I probably won't be ordering anything for myself again.

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    3.8
    (80 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    They're getting really creative with the drinks, even adding rice into it lol. I got the strawberry…read moreteagurt & I added purple rice as my topping. My friend got the jujube purple rice yogurt. I didn't think tea & yogurt would mix well, but it's actually pretty good! It's not too tart and you mostly taste the strawberry jam. The purple rice gives it a different texture when you chew, and I'm assuming it's pretty healthy if you compared it to boba. My friend thought her drink tasted ok. It's a nice change if you want something other than boba.

    I've discovered a new drink place to add to my list of favorites. Next time, I'm not sharing the…read moreosmanthus yogurt. It was smooth with a mellow sweetness, even at 100%. The osmanthus syrup complimented the yogurt and gave it some texture. The grape teagurt, on the other hand, is probably not something I'll get again because the grapes at the bottom were too sour and had a weird rubbery, gritty texture. I'm looking forward to trying the honeydew yogurt drink next. They have a lot of unique drinks that I haven't seen elsewhere. I appreciated that when my drink came out a little short, the server made more so that it would fill to the top. And I appreciated that the register asked me to join their rewards program after paying instead of there being a nondescript sign somewhere away from the counter that would surely lead to me kicking myself for not seeing it after spending a lot. The reward is $8 off for spending $100.

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    Co Ba Dessert Tea & Coffee

    4.5
    (448 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$
    Kitchen open late
    Happy hour specials

    I've been to Co Ba twice now and had a great experience both times. I was looking for a reliable…read moredessert spot open late that serves desserts on the lighter side, and che fit the bill perfectly. Both times I've gone were half an hour before closing and the store was packed. The first time I got the Ha Noi Mist and the Lychee Rose, the second time I got the Ha Long Sunset and a limited stock warm specialty dessert with pandan and ube dumplings in a ginger coconut sauce. The Ha Noi Mist's ingredients sounded the most aligned with my personal preferences and I got the Lychee Rose to try something different but refreshing on a warm summer night. I was hesitant to get the Ha Long Sunset since I'm not a fan of jackfruit but Eric voted for it, and also the dumplings since a ginger coconut sauce sounds weird but he said that's what he wanted. Sipping che through a straw definitely beats spooning it. Make sure to thoroughly mix the drink and crush up the ice a bit before indulging. On my first visit I didn't notice the kiosk and ordered with the cashier so I was confused at how I would know when my order is ready because I didn't get a number or a receipt, but I later noticed the screens displaying that information on the wall. I'm a big fan of pandan jelly. The red pearls can be good but can sometimes have a bit of a crunchy chew in the center. Young coconut has a good flavor but a texture that isn't my favorite. I did not like the jackfruit in the Ha Long Sunset, but the flavor wasn't strong enough to ruin the whole dessert. I feel like che is a dessert that is not necessarily expensive or time consuming to produce, and the milk tea/fruit tea prices here are definitely on the pricey end given their component ingredients. Yes I would revisit, especially when I need dessert late, but I feel that making che at home could be the cost-effective alternative.

    Definitely one of the top Teas and Desserts shops in the Bay Area!!! I have been here 3 times…read morealready. A small but cozy shop with indoor and outdoor seatings. Nice Lounging area inside. Great Authentic Vietnamese Drinks and Che Deserts!!! My top go-to here are the Hanoi Mist, Saigon Pearl, Matcha Paradise, Jasmine Blossom, and Thai Orchid. Great Taste and definitely Refreshing!!! No cash Card Only.. I recommend come check it out!

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