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    Raretea - Reno

    4.5 (137 reviews)
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    Adam C.

    Stopped here in the middle of a date night and my partner, and I had the place to ourselves Very delicious tea options, both hot and cold with some hints of coffee here and there While I am glad that they have a steady GrubHub and delivery business going in the background, the intermittent very loud blender. Noises paused conversation every time they ran.

    Iron goddess tea-presso milk tea
    Rachel R.

    Having grown up in Southern California, I've been spoiled with amazing boba shops, so I'm always on the lookout for something that measures up here in Reno. RareTea has been the clear winner for me since moving here. I tried the Iron Goddess Tea-presso milk tea (a variety of oolong) and loved it. It was smooth, rich, and distinctly nutty in flavor. They brew their teas fresh to order, and you can taste the difference. The boba was wonderfully soft, exactly how it should be.

    Xue C.

    Came in craving milk tea with some friends on a Saturday. There was no parking when we got there, but luckily someone parking on the side of the street was leaving. It was not very busy and our drinks were ordered and made fairly quickly. We ordered: - Uji Matcha Milk Tea: The matcha here is really good and refreshing. Doesn't taste watered down at all from the last time I was here. - Mango Coconut + Noodle: The mango flavor is good. Tastes like a slushy with pieces of jelly shaped like noodles as a topping. Great for mango lovers! It is nice how there's outdoor seating and games to play. I wish there was a wider variety to choose from. It's a great place to meet up and hang out with friends.

    Thai tea Boba
    Elissa I.

    This is the best Boba place in Reno in my opinion. Their quality is always consistent and the flavors taste fresh! I've picked up several times and their shop is a great place with lots of space and friendly service!

    Brewing tea time!
    Melissa L.

    I was craving some boba and decided to stop by. I got the high mountain oolong tea-spresso milk tea with boba and my bf got uji matcha latte. Both tasted really good. I really liked the high mountain oolong tea. They actually used one of those tea brewing machines and I was able to see it brewed in real time. The tea flavor was so strong and so delicious. I definitely recommend getting that if you're a strong tea lover. The matcha was also so so good. It was ceremonial matcha so you can taste the matcha realness. Definitely recommend both of these drinks. Service was kinda slow just because there was only one worker and she was making a lot of drinks from the order prior, but we were in no rush, so it didn't matter. There were a few tables inside with communal games to play from. Overall, a cool spot to hang out and get some work done.

    Jennifer N.

    My kids love their boba, good selection of drinks, spacious, they have games, fast service

    Okinawa Milk Tea Mango Coconut + Noodle
    Rodrigo V.

    This place is awesome. It's one of the few places that makes bomb boba in Reno. Coming from the SF Bay Area, this will be our watering hole moving forward when we're in town. Don't give the casinos your money, Come give this place all your money instead!

    Big thank you to the team member who helped me a few days ago at Rare Tea (sorry, didn't get your name!). Super efficient service even with a queue -- quick, friendly and spot on. The tea was, as usual, outstanding. You guys are the best -- see you again soon!

    Apryl B.

    I still love coming here for boba in midtown. They have added some new flavors in their menu. This place is definitely a lot busier now than before which is great but, I think they need add employees. I waited for two drinks for like 20 min. Overall, still a great spot for boba with friends and family.

    Mango passionfruit green tea and Okinawa milk tea
    Hailey L.

    A great spot for boba and lingering! They have a game area and multiple tables which is nice to welcome people to stay as well as come in. The service was really nice, being available to answer questions and kindly make conversation. I ordered the Okinawa milk tea and am usually worried about my drink being too sweet, but the cashier kindly recommended I keep my drink normal sweetness since they can't really adjust it for the Okinawa without adjusting the flavor.. but she was right! It wasn't too sweet or overwhelming of caffeine either. For the matcha latte. Ignore the tissue over the straw (we had to cover it so my dog wouldn't lick it in the car hahah), but look at the ICE!! Love the ice! The boba however, wasn't too soft, which I usually like for the outside of the boba. But it was firm and my siblings didn't have a problem with it. PARKING in the lot outside is pretty tight and small, especially since there are other businesses next door as well. But there is plenty of street parking around free of charge! Seems to be in a nice neighborhood, and lots nearby! Would come back for a drink or to hang with friends, but most likely wouldn't get boba topping next time.

    Brown Sugar Boba Shake
    Lynn D.

    Delicious teas and boba drinks. We had the strawberry cream with coconut milk and the brown sugar boba shake-both were amazing! The boba is perfect-chewy and flavorful. They share a patio with Wheyfarer Cheese and the patio is cute, shady and dog friendly! Highly recommend!

    Matcha Smootea, milk tea and Mango Matcha Latte

    The shop is simple and clean. The drink tastes awesome! It costs $6-8 per drink. The servers are kind.

    T W.

    Duo grape tea is legit. Definitely recommend this place. Smaller parking lot. Inside is roomy enough to hang out or work.

    Mango Coconut + Noodle & Uji Matcha Latte

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    Really friendly cashiers and quick service! The boba portions were generous with delicious drinks. Will be back!!

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    Hope to see you again! Thank you

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    Thanks Helena! I can's wait to hear you on Mar 23!

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    The place was neat and clean with friendly staff. A lot of variety of drinks to choose from at a good price.

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    Hands down our favorite tea and boba spot in Reno. Nice variety of drink options in additional to the classic boba teas. I heart Raretea!

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